COVID Vaccination Sites in Laurens County this Week
October 20, 2021
If you have not already been vaccinated and want to be, DHEC sponsored vaccination sites are scheduled for October 21st and 22nd in Laurens County. Hickory Tavern Middle School will…
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Walmart selects Spartanburg County for new, high-tech grocery distribution center
October 19, 2021
$450 million investment will create more than 400 new jobs Walmart has announced plans to build a new, high-tech distribution center for fresh and frozen groceries in Spartanburg County, South Carolina.…
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O’Neill School offers new master’s degree partnership for Presbyterian College graduates
October 18, 2021
The Indiana University O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and Presbyterian College are proud to announce a new partnership that will give Presbyterian graduates a unique opportunity to pursue…
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AG Wilson, Coalition Voice Opposition to Biden Administration’s Potentially Illegal and Overly Burdensome IRS Proposal
October 18, 2021
In a letter to President Joe Biden and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with 19 other state attorneys general, voiced opposition to the administration advocating a…
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Thornwell to Host Free Virtual Parenting Series
October 18, 2021
Being a mom or a dad is a tremendous joy, and it is also hard work. Disruptions in the home can make you feel at a loss on ways to…
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Main Street Laurens Launches Fall Farmers Market
October 18, 2021
Main Street Laurens has a new FALL FARMERS MARKET. It started this past weekend and will run each Saturday through the end of November, thanks to the sponsorship of PRISMA…
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Overstock Outlet Opening Soon
October 18, 2021
As reported earlier, Overstock Outlet will fill the empty building on the corner of West Main and Laurens Street that used to be Home Sweet Home. The store will carry general…
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Clemson intelligent irrigation system: Increase profits, protect environment
October 18, 2021
“This advanced technology will make it much easier and cost-effective for farmers to apply irrigation water and nutrients where, when and in the amount needed to meet crop requirements.” Jose…
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Raiders Wallop Eastside in 1st Region Game
October 18, 2021
After consecutive Region 2-4A cancellations due to COVID, the Laurens Raiders looked recovered and refreshed in a 69-10 victory over Eastside in Taylors. Laurens (3-3) plays outside its region in…
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Blue Hose Absorb 4th Straight Loss
October 18, 2021
Davidson won the new Border Cup for its games against Presbyterian with the ease, doubling up the Blue Hose, 70-35, at Richardson Field on Saturday. Presbyterian (2-4, 0-3 Pioneer Football…
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Chapman Hands Red Devils a Bitter Loss
October 18, 2021
A tough call that transformed a Clinton interception into a Chapman touchdown played a crucial role in the Panthers’ 27-26 victory over the Red Devils at a near-capacity Wilder Stadium.…
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Presbyterian College issues challenge to future service entrepreneurs with statewide competition for high school seniors
October 18, 2021
Presbyterian College announced today that it is leaning into its motto – “While We Live, We Serve” – with a challenge to high school seniors who are interested in making…
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PC Community Health and Wellness Fair
October 18, 2021
Presbyterian College is hosting a Community Health and Wellness Fair on Tuesday, October 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m on PC’s campus in front of Mabry-Smith-Yonce building and Templeton Gym…
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Attorney General Wilson joins 19-state effort urging Congress to oppose increased natural gas, oil costs
October 18, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a 19-state coalition urging Congress to reject burdensome legislation that would increase fees on energy producers and hit American consumers with even greater…
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Southern Trade Outfitters Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
October 14, 2021
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting for Southern Trade Outfitters, LLC, 124 South Public Square in Laurens, on Friday, October 1, 2021. This much-anticipated…
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Hello Weekend – Let’s Play!
October 13, 2021
Another great Fall weekend in Laurens County is almost here. Local Fall events that have been popular include: The Patch in Mountville is closed for the season! They had a…
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LCSO Holds Successful Fundraiser for K9 and Bloodhound Teams
October 13, 2021
The annual fundraising event for the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office K9 and Bloodhound Teams was held last Saturday at Tractor Supply in Laurens. The turnout was good and so was…
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5 Steps for Holiday Budgeting Success
October 13, 2021
World Finance offers simple tips to take the stress out of holiday expenses It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and you know what that means? It may not…
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Lander University’s scholarship celebration marked by gratitude
October 13, 2021
They came from as far away as Zimbabwe and as close by as Greenwood and Ninety Six. Their stories were as disparate as their paths – a college professor who…
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Rhythm on the Rails Brings Lumberjack Demonstration
October 13, 2021
Laurens County is about 60-70% forest land and timber harvesting is big business. Go by any timber land being actively harvested and you will see machines doing the work to…
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2021 Laurens County Youth Livestock Shows
October 13, 2021
The past two weekends, on October 2nd, 8th, and 9th, over 60 exhibitors and 110 animals came to the Laurens County to participate in the 2021 Laurens County Youth Livestock…
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Governor’s School for Science and Math Now Accepting Applications for Residential, Virtual and STEM Foundation Programs
October 13, 2021The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for its residential, virtual, and STEM Foundations programs. Online applications are available at www.scgssm.org. GSSM is…
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New Specialty License Plate Supports Cancer Research in South Carolina
October 13, 2021
Gov. Henry McMaster Holds Ceremonial Bill Signing for S. 242, Drivers for a Cure Special License Plates Governor Henry McMaster and Lieutenant Governor Pamela S. Evette were joined today by members of the…
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Haley selected to Clemson Board of Trustees
October 12, 2021
Former United States Permanent Representative to the United Nations and Governor of South Carolina Nikki R. Haley has been named to the Clemson Board of Trustees, effective immediately. Haley graduated…
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Blue Hose Set to Embark on Carolina Border Clash with Davidson
October 12, 2021
The 2021 Pioneer Football League (PFL) matchup between Davidson and Presbyterian will feature the inaugural Carolina Border Clash for the 1919 Cup. The history between the two schools dates back…
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South Carolina Attorney General warns about imposter schemes
October 11, 2021
The Securities Division of the Office of the South Carolina Attorney General is warning investors about a growing number of online schemes in which bad actors are posing as regulatory…
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Clinton High Teacher Successfully Completes Boston Marathon
October 11, 2021
Clinton High School science teacher, Laura Fox competed in the 125th Boston Marathon on Monday. Running is not new for Fox. She is a graduate of Presbyterian College (2009) where…
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Crusaders Finally Reach the Win Column
October 11, 2021
Laurens Academy, its roster depleted by heavy losses from an 8-4, finally broke into the win column with a 66-30 over Jefferson Davis Academy at homecoming on Saturday afternoon. The…
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Red Devils Roll to 7-0
October 11, 2021
Clinton High made Broome its 2nd Region 3-3A football victim and improved to 7-0 with a 47-14 victory over the Centurions on Friday night in Spartanburg. The Red Devils used…
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Blue Hose Come Closer
October 11, 2021
Just numerically, Presbyterian College has lost consecutive football games by margins of 72, 20 and 8 points, respectively. The Blue Hose won their 1st two games against teams of modest…
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Thornwell to Host Jeep-O-Ween on October 16
October 11, 2021
JEEPERS CREEPERS! It’s time for Jeep-o-Ween, hosted by “Just Winging It” Jeep Club! Put on your best costume and bring the whole family out for this free trunk-or-treat event. It’s…
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Hospice of Laurens County to Host Business Before Hours
October 11, 2021
Hospice of Laurens County will host Business Before Hours on Thursday, October 14 from 8 – 10 am. The event is cosponsored by the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce. It…
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Laurens County Council Announces 2021-2022 Council
October 11, 2021
Laurens County 4-H recently announced the 2021-2022 Laurens County 4-H Teen Council. For 2021-2022 the Council will will include Allison Jewell, Olivia Lyda, Kaleigh Porter, and Charlotte Crowe. As members…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – October 12
October 11, 2021
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, October 12th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens. The meeting starts…
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Local Runners Support Annual Run Like a Mann 5K and 1 Mile Run
October 11, 2021
After a week of rain, lots of rain, the skies cleared enough on Saturday for the annual Run Like a Mann 5K and 1 Mile Run. The event is hosted…
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One of a kind: Clemson introduces new degree blending education, human resources
October 11, 2021
The Clemson University College of Education has developed a new undergraduate degree program that is the first of its kind to blend aspects of learning sciences, systems improvement sciences and…
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Piedmont Tech and SC Works Holding Job Fair on October 20
October 11, 2021
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and SC Works/Upper Savannah once again are partnering to host a Job Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the…
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DHEC Encourages Use of Monoclonal Antibody Treatments for COVID-19
October 8, 2021
Recent shortages of monoclonal antibodies (mAb) for use in the treatment of patients with COVID-19 in South Carolina have been resolved at this time, and South Carolina now has sufficient…
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LushAcres Modifies Event Schedule Due to Rain
October 8, 2021
Due to the inclement weather over the past couple days, and what is forecasted for Friday October 8th, LushAcres Farm will not be having the Corn Maze or the Hayrides…
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S.C. Board of Financial Institutions passes resolution in opposition to proposed financial account activity reporting
October 7, 2021
State Treasurer and Board urges Congressional delegation to vote against Biden administration’s plan to monitor private citizens’ bank balances State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that the State Board of Financial…
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Hello Weekend – We’ve Been Waiting for You!
October 6, 2021
Another great Fall weekend in Laurens County is almost here. Local Fall events that have been popular include: The Patch in Mountville – The Patch will be open every Friday and…
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Bipartisan coalition of attorneys general expresses support for Congressional hearings addressing youth social media use
October 6, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a bipartisan coalition of 52 attorneys general expressing strong support for the hearings being conducted by the U.S. Senate Committee addressing protection and safety of kids and…
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Main Street Clinton Brings a Double Header Event to Clinton
October 6, 2021
With the postponement of Rhythm on the Rails earlier this year, Main Street Clinton is gearing up for a double header weekend for October 22nd and 23rd. First up on…
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Clinton’s Wilson named county’s player of week
October 6, 2021
Davis Wilson became the 1st quarterback this year to be named Player of the Week by the Laurens County Touchdown Club. The Clinton senior directed the Red Devil offense in…
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Hire Me SC Employer Summit to coincide with National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 6, 2021
The 2021 Hire Me SC Employer Summit is back on Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. as a virtual event through Zoom. The fifth annual event led…
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Verdin’s Too to Host Free Fall Container Class Saturday
October 6, 2021
Next up in a series of free instructional events at Verdin’s Too is a Fall container class. The event is sponsored by Sycamore Landscaping (Randy and Carol Davis). The class…
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Fall Festival at LushAcres Farm Continues This Weekend
October 6, 2021
LushAcres Farm’s Fall Festival & Corn Maze is in full swing! This Friday & Saturday you and the family can come out and enjoy the mile long maze, hay rides,…
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Senior Night Brings a Win for CHS Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams
October 6, 2021
Clinton High School Cross Country teams swept their opponents in their final home meet of the year on Monday, October 4th. It was also Senior Night and Dorothy Trent, Joey…
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Somos LU (We Are Lander): Sophomore student Avila-Cabrera helps to make a difference in Lander’s campus community
October 6, 2021
Lander University sophomore Citlali Avila-Cabrera, a political science and history double major, says one of her favorite spots is inside the Josephine B. Abney Cultural Center, where Lander displays the…
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Silent Witness Ceremony Honored 2020 Victims of Fatal Domestic Violence
October 6, 2021
Ceremony Held During National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Attorney General Alan Wilson led participants through the 24th annual Silent Witness Domestic Violence ceremony that was held today at the South…
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