September is National Voter Registration Month
September 1, 2021
The South Carolina State Election Commission, along with county election officials across the country, are celebrating National Voter Registration Month this September. During the month, state and local election officials…
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Main Street Clinton Brings Concert Truck to Town
September 1, 2021
A concert truck? Yes, there is such a thing. Close your eyes and imagine a 16-foot box truck converted into a fully functioning concert hall. Hard to imagine? Click here…
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SC tax credits available for education-related expenses
August 31, 2021
The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) reminds teachers and parents that Income Tax credits are available for certain education related expenses. Information for teachers: Classroom Teachers Expenses Credit: Classroom teachers…
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An Interview with New County Administrator Thomas Higgs
August 31, 2021
Monday, August 30th was “day 1” for Thomas Higgs now serving as the Laurens County Administrator. He hit the ground running, attending a department head meeting with County Council Chairman,…
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COVID Shuts Down Clinton’s Next Game
August 30, 2021
Clinton’s football games against Newberry, varsity and JV alike, have been postponed due to positive COVID tests in the Red Devil program. A significant notes package also includes Laurens athletics…
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Superintendent of Education Imposes Mask Mandate on Buses
August 30, 2021
In a memo received from the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) on Thursday, August 26, 2021, Laurens County School Districts learned of a mandate that took effect on Monday,…
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Another Record-Breaking Year for Enrollment at Lander University
August 30, 2021
The Fall 2021 semester at Lander University has launched with yet another year of record-breaking enrollment and residence halls filled to capacity. Classes began Monday, Aug. 23, and as the…
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Attorney General Wilson sues Biden Administration to stop enforcement of guidance that threatens women’s sports and student and employee privacy
August 30, 2021
Lawsuit defends states from federal regulatory overreach and the unlawful interpretation of anti-discrimination laws Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with 19 other states led by Tennessee Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III,…
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Aligning Your Values with Your Investments
August 30, 2021
by Bailey O. Davis There are so many ways to help people, organizations, and causes that are special to you. You may donate your time by volunteering in your community.…
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The Coffee Roost – Serving Tea and Poetry
August 30, 2021
Now in the new location with more space, The Coffee Roost has already offered several different events. On Saturday, August 28th they closed early to host a poetry tea. “The…
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Downtown Clinton Turned Blue…PC Blue
August 30, 2021
The Block Party and Welcome event for Presbyterian College (PC) students was a big hit with students and the community. Sponsored by the City of Clinton and Mainstreet Clinton the…
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Clinton Pulls Out a Win over Laurens, 21-19
August 30, 2021
Clinton’s 21-19 victory over Laurens, putting a stop to a 3-game Laurens win streak in the rivalry between the county’s public schools, was the best game between the two in…
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Barbells, BBQ and Live Music Coming to CrossFit864
August 29, 2021
CrossFit864 is not just about working out. The group that works out together also plays together and you’re invited. On Thursday September 2nd CrossFit864f will host Barbells, BBQ and live…
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Progress on the Taproom Coming to Clinton
August 29, 2021
It’s just been a few weeks since the BUZZ broke the story of the new taproom coming to Clinton. The City of Clinton Economic Development recently sold the DE Tribble…
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Prisma Health to Re-Open Drive-Thru Testing for Covid-19 in Three Locations
August 29, 2021
Prisma Health has announced that it will re-open drive-thru Covid 19 testing in three locations. The drive-thru locations include Greenville, Clinton and Seneca. Prisma’s Laurens County Hospital (LCH) will re-open…
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Attorney General Wilson joins coalition seeking confirmation Biden Administration will faithfully defend federal immigration statute
August 28, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general seeking to ensure that the Biden Administration will faithfully defend a long-standing federal immigration statute that prohibits illegal re-entry.…
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High School Coaches Talk Touchdowns at the Club
August 27, 2021
The Laurens County Touchdown Club began its series of Thursday luncheons with a showcase of high school football on the eve of annual rivalry between Laurens and Clinton. Also, previews…
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Cross Country Runners Take Football to Laurens
August 27, 2021
Each year — well, each normal year — the cross country teams of Laurens and Clinton high school handle the delivery of the game ball to iLaurens, where the Raiders…
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PC MOURNS LOSS OF DEAN JOE NIXON ’62
August 25, 2021
We are sad to share the news that Presbyterian College’s “Action Joe” passed away Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021, in Clinton. Joseph O. Nixon, the College’s longtime dean of students and…
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Hello Weekend – What’s Going on in Laurens County
August 25, 2021
It’s the last weekend in August, how can that be? Football season is in full gear and this week is the Laurens v. Clinton rivalry game. Checik out this week’s…
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The Vestibule Coffee and Tea – Serving Much More Than Coffee or Tea
August 25, 2021
Anyone who has enjoyed a coffee, tea or specialty drink from the Vestibule Coffee and Tea knows that it’s much more than a coffee shop. You might come in for…
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Yates to lead faculty development efforts at Lander University
August 25, 2021
Lander University has named Dr. Jennifer Yates as assistant provost of Faculty Development, Teaching and Learning, according to Dr. Scott Jones, provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs at…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis Reminds PalmettoBaby Parents to File for $529 Grant by Aug. 31 Deadline
August 24, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis would like your help in reminding South Carolina parents who gave birth on May 29, 2021, that Tuesday, August 31 is the deadline to complete the…
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Laurens County Chamber Business After Hours Event – Sept. 16th
August 24, 2021
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce will host a Business After Hours event on September 16th at Lakeside Country Club from 5:30-7:00 pm. Just what is Business After Hours? Business…
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PC SCHOOL OF PHARMACY WELCOMES CLASS OF 2025 WITH ANNUAL WHITE COAT CEREMONY
August 24, 2021
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy’s newest students were welcomed into the College community Aug. 20 at the school’s annual White Coat Ceremony in Belk Auditorium. The P1s of the…
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Biggest Laurens-Clinton Game in a While
August 24, 2021
Clinton is 1-0. Laurens is 0-1 but lost narrowly to last year’s Class 5A Upstate titlist. The Raiders have dominated in recent years. Historically, the Red Devils have had the…
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Raiders Release Regulations for Athletics Contests
August 24, 2021
This week’s rivalry game against Clinton is Laurens’ 1st at K.C. Hanna Stadium. The Raiders have released ticketing and parking information regarding sporting events at the school this year. Read…
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Move-In Day at Lander University brings nearly 1,800 students to residence halls
August 24, 2021
Moving Jade Kinseth into Lander University’s New Hall was no small feat. The 18-year-old freshman from Powdersville arrived and quickly filled three luggage carts and two elevators with her belongings.…
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Registration Deadline for the Laurens County Youth Livestock Show is Sept. 24th
August 24, 2021
There is only ONE month left to register for the Laurens County Youth Livestock Show. The Laurens County Youth Show is a three-day event consisting of art, beef cattle, dog,…
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Clinton Economic Development Corporation Closes on Sale of 75 Acres for New Subdivision
August 23, 2021
Clinton Economic Development Corporation recently closed on the sale of 75 acres that will be developed for much needed housing. The property known as Clinton Park Corp Center 3, is…
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PC’s Football Coach Named to Sports Illustrated 25 Most Intriguing Football Coaches of 2021
August 23, 2021
Kevin Kelley was one of America’s most successful high school coaches, and he was likely the country’s most well-known. Now as the coach at Presbyterian College, Kelley is among Steve…
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Lander remembers faculty and staff with Employee Remembrance Garden
August 23, 2021
“I immediately knew when I started working at Lander that this was much more than a job,” said Anissa Lawrence, chair of Lander University’s Staff Senate, to a crowd of…
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Clinton overpowers Pendleton on opening night
August 23, 2021
Clinton got its season off to a roaring start with a 48-24 victory over Pendleton. Jishun Copeland led the way with 6 carries for 104 yards. Next up for the…
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Late threat fails as Hanna edges Raiders
August 23, 2021
Facing the reigning Upstate champion in Class 5A, Laurens took T.L. Hanna down to the final second before succumbing to the Yellow Jackets, 23-17. Laurens had two shots at the…
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Blue Hose scrimmage on Fan Day
August 23, 2021
PC held a Fan Day Scrimmage on Saturday and the fans who came were not the only ones pleased. Kevin Kelley, the new head football coach, said he was pleased…
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PC Block Party and Welcome Event this Thursday
August 22, 2021
The City of Clinton, Mainstreet Clinton and many local businesses will roll out the red carpet to welcome PC students back to town. The event is scheduled for August 26th…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – August 24th
August 22, 2021
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 24th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens. The meeting starts…
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PC School of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2025
August 22, 2021
On Friday, August 20th, Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy welcomed the newest class of pharmacy students with the traditional White Coat Ceremony. Click on the pictures below (photo and video…
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Football Hopes Are High in Clinton
August 20, 2021
Clinton High School’s football team was better in Corey Fountain’s second year on the job, as weird and unsettling as the Fall of COVID was. The Red Devils were strong…
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Crusaders Face Long Odds in Repeating Success of ’20
August 20, 2021
Nine players who provided the foundation of Laurens Academy’s advance to the SCISA 8-man football semifinals have moved on. What’s more, one of them was Thomas Lowry, who either ran…
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Raiders Better, Schedule Too
August 20, 2021
Daryl Smith, in his second season as head football coach at Laurens High, has built a stronger team around a wealth of talent. The difficulty is in this schedule. The…
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Family Promise of Laurens County has been selected as a State Farm Neighborhood Assist® Top 200 Finalist and needs your votes!
August 20, 2021
Family Promise of Laurens County needs your help by voting for them to receive a $25,000 grant from State Farm® to help improve the community. Starting August 18 at 12:00am…
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Attorney General Wilson files suit against City of Columbia for violating state law with school mask mandate
August 19, 2021
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson filed suit today with the South Carolina Supreme Court asking it to declare the City of Columbia’s school mask mandate void…
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Laurens County School District 55 Board of Trustees Meeting August 23, 2021
August 19, 2021
Laurens County School Board 55 Board of Trustees will meet for their August meeting on Monday, August 23rd. The meeting will be held at the District Administrative Office in the…
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Sober or Slammer? Initiative Launches on August 20th
August 19, 2021
We know we shouldn’t drink and drive but still too many do. The South Carolina Department of Public Safety wants to change that and they hope the Sober or Slammer?…
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Hello Weekend – High School Football Opens this Weekend!
August 19, 2021
School started this week and so does high school football. There’s plenty of other options for your entertainment as well. Here’s what’s happening in Laurens County this weekend. Thursday, August…
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Sanders Middle School Welcomes LDHS Alum
August 18, 2021
Mary Katherine Black has been selected as assistant principal for Sanders Middle School in Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55). Following the announcement, the 2013 graduate of Laurens District…
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McMillan-Bennon Focused on Academic Recovery
August 18, 2021
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) has announced Kathy McMillan-Bennon as Director of Academic Interventions. McMillan-Bennon is transitioning to the new role from her post as assistant principal at…
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Fan Day Slated for Saturday at Bailey Memorial Stadium
August 18, 2021
The Presbyterian College football team will hold its annual Fan Day on Saturday afternoon, August 21, at Bailey Memorial Stadium. Gates will open at noon with the second scrimmage of…
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Family Promise of Laurens County Seeks Public Support as Finalist for Cash Award
August 18, 2021
Family Promise of Laurens County has been selected as a finalist for State Farm Neighborhood Assist 2021! The final 200 causes are narrowed down by a public vote to 40,…
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