Partnership with Laurens District 55 High School Facilitates EMT Certification
November 10, 2021
Before there were public rumblings about a shortage of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), Laurens County School District 55 Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas was reaching out to potential partners to help…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Requests Investigation into Obscene Materials in Public School Libraries
November 10, 2021
Requests State Law Enforcement Division Evaluation Governor Henry McMaster has requested that S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman immediately begin a comprehensive investigation into the presence of obscene and pornographic…
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Laurens County Manufacturing Job Fair Scheduled for November 18th
November 10, 2021
The Laurens County Manufacturing Job Fair will be held next Thursday, November 18th from 4PM-7PM at Piedmont Technical College CAMCenter (109 Innovation Drive, Laurens, SC). Those seeking employment can prepare…
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PC Choir, Orchestra and Wind Ensembles to Present
November 10, 2021
You know the holiday season is near when Presbyterian College announces their annual Christmas program. This year, the Department of Music at Presbyterian College will present “Together for Christmas” on…
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LushAcres Closes Out Fall and Prepares for the Holiday Season
November 10, 2021
After a success Fall Festival with more than 1,500 people visiting LushAcres the farm is gearing up for the holidays. New winter hours began on November 9th: Tuesday – 12:00…
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CHS Competitive Cheer Team is Going to State Championship
November 10, 2021
The CHS Competitive Cheer team qualified for the AAA State Championship on Tuesday, Nov. 9. The Red Devils will travel to Columbia on Nov. 20, to compete in the state…
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AG Wilson, other states and several businesses, start court proceedings against OSHA vaccine mandate
November 10, 2021
November 5, 2021 (COLUMBIA, S.C) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with several other states and businesses, today filed the paperwork to begin court proceedings against OSHA’s…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins coalition supporting Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act
November 10, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson has co-sponsored a letter to Congress signed by 43 attorneys general in support of the Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act of 2021. The bipartisan legislation would end…
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Clinton Elementary School in Laurens 56 identified as a U.S. News Best Elementary School
November 10, 2021
Clinton Elementary has been identified as a U.S. News Best Elementary School. This honor is a result of the school ranking in the top 30% of elementary schools in the…
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Clinton Girls Compete in the State Singles Tournament in Florence
November 10, 2021
At the end of each tennis season, the South Carolina High School League hosts a singles tournament for the top girls across the state. Players qualify for the “invitation only”…
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City of Laurens to Host Veterans Day Celebration
November 8, 2021
Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11th every year as a tribute to military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. This year the city of Laurens…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Bans Vaccine Mandates at Cabinet Agencies, Requires State Agencies to Cooperate with Ongoing and Anticipated Litigation Related to Federal Vaccine Mandates
November 8, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-38, which prohibits all state agencies in his cabinet from requiring employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The prohibition applies to the 19…
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Laurens County Council Special Called Meeting Tuesday November 9th
November 8, 2021
The Laurens County Council will meet in a special called executive session on Tuesday, November 9th. The meeting will be held in the Hillcrest Square Administrative office at 2:15 pm.
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Red Devils Score Most Points … Ever
November 8, 2021
Clinton High’s football team scored more points in a game than any team in the school’s history. And it was in the Class 3A playoffs, and the Red Devils played…
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Blue Hose Women Enter Season with High Aspirations
November 8, 2021
Presbyterian College women’s basketball coach Alaura Sharp has four starters back and no shortage of optimism as the Blue Hose attempt to improve on last season’s 11-10 record. Sharp’s teams…
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Laurens Destroys Easley in 1st Round of 4A Playoffs
November 8, 2021
The fact that Easley was seeded higher made no appreciable difference to the Laurens Raiders, who hammered the Green Wave, 56-13, on Friday night in Easley. Quarterback James Rawl threw…
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Blue Hose Come a Little Bit Closer
November 8, 2021
Jalen Jones set a pair of school records, but Valparaiso managed to keep Presbyterian at bay in a 65-55 victory on the Beacons’ home turf on Saturday. The Blue Hose…
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South Carolina Recognized as Leader in K-12 Computer Science Education
November 7, 2021
On November 3, Code.org and its partners released the 2021 State of Computer Science Education: Accelerating Action Through Advocacy. Published annually, the report provides the most comprehensive analysis of national progress…
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United Way of Laurens County to Hold Youth Volunteer Rally
November 7, 2021
On Sunday, November 14, 2021, at 3:00PM, there will be a Youth Volunteer Rally on the Public Square in Laurens (rain location at the picnic shelter at Little River Park)…
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Lander University will hold annual Tree Lighting celebration to kick off holiday season
November 7, 2021
Lander University invites the Lakelands community to join students, faculty and staff on campus for the University’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting celebration. The festivities will take place on Tuesday, Nov.…
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Clinton YMCA Youth Basketball
November 4, 2021
Clinton YMCA Basketball Registrations for basketball are being taken for the following age groups: (Age as of Dec. 1, 2021) Basics: 5-6 Mini-Mite: 7-8 Jr.Mite: 9-10 Mite: 11-12 All age…
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Clerk to County Council, Betty Walsh, Retires after Decades of Service
November 3, 2021
In a place where change is commonplace, Betty Walsh has been a source of consistency and familiarity. Walsh has served as the Clerk to County Council for Laurens County since…
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Signature New Year’s Eve Event Coming to Laurens
November 3, 2021
The holiday season isn’t over until we “ring in the new year” and now for the first time there is a local option to celebrate in style. The Laurens County…
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Hello Weekend – What will you do this weekend?
November 3, 2021
There is a crispness in the air and another weekend is almost here. Lots to do in Laurens County – here’s what we know. Lush Acres Fall Festival and Corn…
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Lander Students Help With Empty Bowls Fundraiser
November 3, 2021
Lander University students Veronica Orndoff, left, of Greenwood, and Brantlee Collins, of Chapin are shown outside Greenwood’s United Center for Community Care, where they assisted with the annual Empty Bowls…
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Former U.S. Congressman to Discuss Climate Change at PC on Nov. 10
November 3, 2021
Former United States Congressman and staunch conservative will discuss free enterprise solutions to climate change during a Nov. 10 event at Presbyterian College. Bob Inglis, the executive director of republicEn.org,…
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Laurens Police Department Christmas in the City Applications Available Nov. 8th
November 3, 2021
The Laurens Police Department wants to help make Christmas happen for those in need. Beginning November 8th they will be accepting applications. Those interested in applying can pick up an…
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CHS Girls Tennis Fall to Chapman in Upper State Match
November 2, 2021
The CHS Girls Tennis Team had an amazing season, which culminated in their re-match of conference rival, Chapman. Chapman is the only team to beat the Red Devils this season,…
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Mural Brings Laurel Street in Laurens to Life
November 2, 2021
Another area of downtown Laurens comes to life with the large mural commissioned by Main Street Laurens and painted on the back of the Verdin’s Too building. “Main Street Laurens…
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Calling All Runners – CHS to Host Turkey Trot
November 2, 2021
Clinton High School will host the CHS Turkey Trot on November 20th. Local runners and walkers are welcome to participate in the in-person event. The 5k/ 1 mile run (or…
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SC Veterans Virtual Career Fair Scheduled for November 9th
November 2, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Administration (Admin) and the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) encourage all South Carolina veterans looking to continue a career of…
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CHS Girls Tennis Team to Compete in Upper State Championship Tonight
November 2, 2021
The CHS Girls Tennis Team will compete in the Upper State Championship tonight after easing through their playoff draw thus far. They beat Berea in round 1, 6-0. They beat…
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Laurens 55 Implements Revised Quarantine and Isolation Procedures
November 2, 2021
The Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Board of Trustees took action on October 25 to implement revised COVID-19 quarantine/isolation procedures for students effective Monday, November 1. The revised…
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Rhythm on the Rails Wrap Up
November 1, 2021
The annual Rhythm on the Rails (ROTR) weekend is in the rearview mirror and by all accounts it was a great success. The much-anticipated annual Fall weekend full of food,…
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Thornwell to Host Free Workshop – Parenting in a Pandemic
November 1, 2021
On Thursday, November 11th at Noon (12PM) Thornwell will host a free workshop “Parenting in a Pandemic.” The workshop focuses on how stress, particularly the stress involved in a global…
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Music in the Garden – Fall Edition at Verdin’s Too
November 1, 2021
What a great time of year for an outdoor concert. Verdin’s Too is bringing back Steve Eager & Friends this Friday (Nov. 5th) for an outdoor concert and more. Steve…
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Lander University broadens scholarship program for transfer students
November 1, 2021
Lander University has enhanced its scholarship program for transfer students. The scholarships are for students seeking to transfer from other colleges and universities, as well as students from two-year institutions…
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Lander University crowns fall 2021 Homecoming King and Queen
November 1, 2021
Senior elementary education major Chase Maxwell, of Anderson, and senior interdisciplinary studies major Raylyn Garner, of Laurens, were named Lander University’s Homecoming King and Queen on Saturday, Oct. 30. The…
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Accelerate Applications are Open
November 1, 2021
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) is now accepting applications for the Accelerate program. Online applications are available at http://www.scgssm.org/virtual/accelerate. Accelerate is a virtual program designed…
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FREE clinic coming up for veterans & service members with legal needs
November 1, 2021
Veterans, members of the Reserves, and active-duty members of the military are invited to a FREE legal clinic on Tuesday, November 16th, 2021 in Greenwood. This clinic is sponsored by the SC Attorney…
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AG Alan Wilson joins lawsuit to stop vaccine mandate for federal contract workers
November 1, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a lawsuit aimed at blocking the requirement for federal contract workers to get vaccinated against COVID-19. South Carolina is joining a lawsuit…
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PC Chamber Orchestra Fall Concert – Tuesday, November 9th
November 1, 2021
PC’s Chamber Orchestra will hold a Fall concert on Tuesday, November 9th in Edmunds Hall at 7:30 pm. The concert is free and open to the public. Dr. Richard Thomas…
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Clinton Charges Into Playoffs
October 31, 2021
Corey Fountain’s Clinton Red Devils put a nice cap on the regular season with a 39-17 victory over perennial rival Woodruff on the Wolverines’ home field. Clinton (9-1) hosts Palmetto…
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Stetson Hands PC Its Hats, 56-14
October 31, 2021
Since opening the season with two victories over minor opponents, the Presbyterian Blue Hose have lost six consecutive games, the latest being a 56-14 loss to Stetson in a Pioneer…
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Raiders Roll Past Greer En Route to Easley
October 31, 2021
Although Laurens won both Region 2-4A football games it played, the Raiders enter the playoffs as No. 3 seed because COVID forced cancellation of games against Greenwood and Greenville. Nonethless,…
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Choosing a Guardian for Your Minor Child
October 29, 2021
By Laird W. Green, CFP® While no one wants to think about the possibility of not being there to raise a child, naming a guardian for your child is of…
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Commitment to Commencement
October 28, 2021
Have you ever thought about what can be accomplished in two million minutes? Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas has and she recently shared a…
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Hello Weekend and Halloween!
October 28, 2021
Another Fall weekend is almost here. Here’s what we know about events in Laurens County. Lush Acres Fall Festival and Corn Maze – The Fall Festival/Corn Maze will take place on…
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Fukoku America, Inc. Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 28, 2021
Fukoku America, Inc. is proud to support the Susan G Komen Foundation in the fight against breast cancer! “We all know someone who has been impacted by breast cancer,” said…
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Sawmill Tactical Training Complex Partners with National Organization to Provide LCSO with Tactical Response Gear
October 27, 2021
One of Laurens County’s best kept secrets, the Sawmill Tactical Training Facility, is stepping up to provide funding for the Laurens County Sheriff’s office to acquire customized med kits and…
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