City of Laurens Dedicates “Welcome Plaza” and First Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Laurens County
July 15, 2021
LAURENS, S.C. – Sometimes a parking lot is more than a parking lot. On Wednesday morning (July 14, 2021), members of the Laurens City Council, Mayor Nathan Senn, Laurens CPW…
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Riverside Garage and Tire Celebrates Opening of Second Location
July 15, 2021
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce hosted a celebratory ribbon on July 14th for the Grand Opening of Riverside Garage and Tire’s second location. Owners, Jakeh & Jessica Cooper, opened…
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Tell Stories to Attract Prospects
July 15, 2021
By Jerry Bellune Celebrity lawyer Howard Weitzman’s dream was to play professional baseball. Like many kids, he lacked the talent needed. But he had other talents. A coach recommended he…
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President Biden encourages FTC to consider limiting non-competition agreements with employees
July 15, 2021
By David Dubberly and Brittany Clark On July 9, 2021, President Biden issued an executive order on “Promoting Competition in the American Economy.” The order directs more than a dozen…
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PC student’s NASA research could help our understanding of Mars
July 15, 2021
Presbyterian College student Marigordon Varner will spend the upcoming fall and spring semesters conducting NASA research that could help us further our understanding of Mars. She and physics professor Dr.…
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Laurens County Delegation Stands with Keep Laurens County Clean
July 15, 2021
BREAKING NEWS! Two members of the Laurens County Delegation (Gilliam and Jones) attended a meeting on Tuesday night organized by local residents and members of Keep Laurens County Clean. At that…
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Is it Friday Yet? Here’s Your Weekend Lineup!
July 15, 2021
Is the weekend here yet? Friday can’t get here soon enough. There’s plenty to do in Laurens County including outdoor excursions, shopping, and dining. Here is the lineup for this…
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SC Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Push for Hunting on Public Land on Sundays
July 15, 2021
South Carolina Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (SCBHA) is starting its push for Sunday Hunting on Public Lands! On June 17th in Pickens County, SCDNR and some of our State Representatives…
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Sadler Hughes Apothecary Ribbon Cutting and Hot Dog Lunch this Friday
July 14, 2021
Sadler Hughes Apothecary will celebrate their relocation to 102 Jacobs Highway in Clinton this Friday. The Grand Opening will take place from noon to 2:00. Hotdogs and hamburgers will be…
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Squealing on the Square Returns – October 1-2, 2021
July 14, 2021
Mainstreet Laurens has announced that the annual Squealing on the Square event will return this year. Laurens’ 20th annual Squealing on the Square will return this year on October 1-2,…
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Keeping Laurens County Clean – Update on Possible Wastewater Evaporation Facility
July 14, 2021
The news broke here on the BUZZ Monday that there is a permit pending with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) for a hauled wastewater receiving…
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District 56 Preparing to Open after Year with COVID-19
July 14, 2021
Laurens County School District 56 is excited about the upcoming school year, as the first day of school is quickly approaching. In preparation for the start of school, District 56…
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I Am Lander: Charlotte firefighter was at heart of Mecklenburg County’s pandemic response
July 14, 2021
Kevin “Blake” Howell returned to his duties as a fireman with the Charlotte Fire Department in June. There were no headlines, no paparazzi and no fanfare. But for Howell and…
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MS Bailey Child Development Center Now Enrolling 4K Students for 2021-2022 School Year
July 13, 2021
MS Bailey is enrolling students for 4K for the 2021-2022 school year. Students must turn four before September 1, 2021, to qualify for enrollment. Please stop by the school, 625…
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Finley Named Assistant Principal for Laurens Elementary School
July 13, 2021
Laurens County School District #55 Superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas has announced the appointment of Johna Staggs Finley to the position of Laurens Elementary School Assistant Principal for the upcoming 2021-2022…
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Another Retail Store Coming to Laurens Public Square
July 13, 2021
A “twist” on a favorite store in Laurens is the next new storefront coming to the public square in Laurens. If you’ve enjoyed shopping at the Southern Twist (100 South…
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REOPENING PLAN REVISED FOR L55
July 12, 2021
In a called meeting held via conference call on Monday, July 12, the Laurens County School District #55 Board of Trustees unanimously approved revisions to the district reopening plan for…
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Bass Tournament supports Lander University scholarship in memory of young angler
July 12, 2021
The Douglas Dean Peeples Memorial Scholarship at Lander University has been fully endowed, thanks to proceeds from a recent bass fishing tournament held at Lake Russell and the contributions of…
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Breaking News – Something Stinks in Laurens County
July 12, 2021
July is a busy vacation month and as many Laurens County residents returned from summer vacation, they received notification from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC)…
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SOUTH CAROLINA SEVEN touring Blackstock Battlefield
July 12, 2021
Statewide SC7 expedition getting exclusive tour of Blackstock Battlefield Global expedition leader Tom Mullikin is leading the second annual SOUTH CAROLINA SEVEN (SC7) expedition across South Carolina in order to…
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Laurens County Loses a Great One – George Henry Cornelson IV
July 12, 2021
George Cornelson was a gentle giant. Large in stature and even larger in his love for his family and community. He lived out the saying, actions speak louder than words,…
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Mig’s of Laurens Now Delivers
July 12, 2021
Mig’s of Laurens now offers delivery! Delivery is available within a 15 mile radius. There is a $5 flat fee for delivery and there is no up-charge on the food…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – July 13, 2021
July 12, 2021
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 13th. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens. The meeting starts…
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Christmas in July Toy Drive Scheduled for July 27th
July 11, 2021
It’s July so do you know what that means? In collaboration with the Highway 76 Hotspot, the Laurens County Sheriff’s office will hold their annual Christmas in July toy drive…
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Crescent Farm in Clinton One of SC Agribusiness Entrepreneurs to Share $150K in Funding
July 11, 2021
COLUMBIA – The South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Agribusiness Center for Research and Entrepreneurship (ACRE) has awarded seven entrepreneurs a share of $150,000 for their innovative agribusinesses. Ten finalists pitched…
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Gov. Henry McMaster calls on DHEC Board to ban Biden administration’s ‘door to door’ vaccine tactics in S.C.
July 10, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today called on the S.C. Board of Health and Environmental Control to “issue direction to agency leadership and to state and local healthcare organizations prohibiting the use…
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Woody O’Cain named vice president for enrollment at Presbyterian College
July 9, 2021
Veteran admissions, financial aid and advancement executive Woody O’Cain will join the Presbyterian College community on July 26 as its new vice president for enrollment. He is presently a fundraiser…
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Dirt Devils Take Two in Newberry
July 9, 2021
The Clinton Post 56 Junior American Legion baseball team wound its season down with a doubleheader sweep of Newberry on Thursday night. The Dirt Devils, made up of players ages…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Appeals Preliminary Injunction of Fetal Heartbeat Bill, Continues Fight for Unborn Children in South Carolina
July 9, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster – joined by other defendants – has appealed the federal district court’s preliminary injunction of the South Carolina Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act (Fetal…
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Upcoming Job Fairs Highlight Free, Short-Term Training Opportunities
July 9, 2021
It’s a job applicant’s market, as area employers report challenges filling vacancies. That makes it an ideal time to seek employment and upgrade skills. Piedmont Technical College (PTC) offers myriad…
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DHEC data show more than 90 percent of COVID-19 deaths and hospitalizations in 14 days were unvaccinated individuals
July 8, 2021
DHEC’s Dr. Jane Kelly: “The overwhelming majority of people who are getting hospitalized and dying from COVID-19 are those who are not fully vaccinated” The South Carolina Department of Health…
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A Firefighter Saving Lives even in Death
July 8, 2021
The loss of a young person in a senseless accident is always hard on family and friends. The loss of a firefighter is hard on family, friends and the community.…
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Attorney General Wilson asks EPA to hold all states to emissions rules
July 8, 2021
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and a coalition of 15 other states have joined in urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to not reinstate California’s waiver…
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Hello Weekend – Glad You’re Back!
July 7, 2021
It’s a short work week and the weekend is almost here! There are some great events and opportunities to shop, dine and exercise in Laurens County. Here is the lineup.…
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Clinton Animal Hospital Shot Clinic
July 7, 2021Come out and Meet the Vet’s of Clinton Animal Hospital and support HEART of LCAC . Meet Dr. Pierce , Dr James and Dr. LaMier The July Shot Clinic will be…
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Local Students Make President’s List at PC
July 7, 2021
The President’s List at Presbyterian College is composed of students who earned a 4.0 grade point average for a semester. PC is proud to recognize the following students for making…
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Local Students Make PC Dean’s List
July 7, 2021
The Dean’s List at Presbyterian College is composed of students who have earned between a 3.3 and a 3.9 grade point average. PC is proud of the following students for…
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Lander University offers new scholarship for online M.S. in Emergency Management
July 7, 2021
First responders and public employees enrolled in Lander University’s online M.S. in Emergency Management program may qualify for a need-based scholarship up to $6,000 ($1,500 per semester). The scholarship will…
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Laurens County Museum to Host Revolutionary War Lecture Series
July 7, 2021
The Revolutionary War in Laurens County was truly the crucible that forged our nation. “Laurens County Heroes, Villains, and Heroines,” is the first in a series by battlefield preservationist and…
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‘Exotic,’ ‘Strange,’ and ‘Different’: Medieval History in the 21st Century
July 7, 2021
Teaching millennial students about life in the Middle Ages is not without its challenges, according to Lander University Professor of History Dr. Robert Figueira. “I’m really teaching about an alien…
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Electric vehicle manufacturer STAR EV expanding team, operations in Greenville County, SC
July 7, 2021
The Greenville Area Development Corporation (GADC), charged with promoting and enhancing quality of life in Greenville County by facilitating job growth and investment, has announced that STAR EV, a specialized…
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Marketing Minute: Advocacy
July 6, 2021
Marketing Minute with Seth Palmer, NP Strategy While advocacy is usually reserved for discussions involving lobbyists and elected officials, many of the same principles can be applied to any marketing campaign.…
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Summer Safety: Prisma Health Children’s Hospitals urge safe operation of ATVs, golf carts, lawn mowers
July 5, 2021
It’s common to see children on golf carts and ATVs, especially in summer months, but precautions must be taken while using recreational vehicles or serious injury could occur, warns Prisma…
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Clinton High Cross-Country Team Doing More Than Running
July 5, 2021
Even a summer downpour couldn’t stop the Clinton High School Cross Country team from completing the 5th annual “running of the cans.” The event started in 2017 when coach Lee…
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Lighting Up the Sky in Laurens County
July 5, 2021
Laurens County loves a good fireworks show. The July 4th weekend provided several options for viewing some really great fireworks. On Friday, Connect Lake Greenwood presented “lights on the lake.”…
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Coffee Roost Events – Something for Everyone
July 5, 2021
The Coffee Roost opened in the new location on Saturday, June 5th for the Laurens High School Prom on the square. Hours of operation at this time are Monday and Tuesday…
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Explore Clinton – July Edition is a Wrap
July 4, 2021
Mainstreet Clinton is hosting a series of music events on the first Thursday of each month during the summer and interest in the events is growing. Last week for the…
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Seymour installed as Chair of Laurens County Chamber Board
July 4, 2021
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce has had leadership change. Last week Michael Seymour was installed as chair of the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Prior to…
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Laurens County Animal Shelter at Capacity
July 4, 2021
The Laurens County Animal Shelter recently announced that they have reached critical capacity. Adoption fees have been reduced. If are you interested in adding a pet to your family go…
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Tommy Spangler Comes to the Red Devils’ Defense
July 2, 2021
Former Presbyterian College head football coach Tommy Spangler, well-known for his defensive prowess, is helping fine-tune that side of the ball for the Clinton Red Devils. Spangler, who led PC…
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