Laurens County Hospital Among Seven Prisma Health hospitals to earn “A” in spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades
May 3, 2021
Seven Prisma Health hospitals have earned “A” grades in the Spring 2021 Hospital Safety Grades released by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization committed to healthcare quality and…
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Lander University to hold multiple ceremonies to confer degrees for Class of 2021
May 3, 2021
Lander University will conduct its 163rd commencement exercises on Tuesday, May 11, when it will confer degrees on the approximately 377 graduates of the Spring 2021 class. To ensure the…
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Laurens County Councilman Garrett McDaniel Resigns to take Position in Biden Administration
May 1, 2021
At the close of a scheduled budget meeting of Laurens County Council on Thursday, April 29th, Councilman Garrett McDaniel announced his resignation and relocation to Washington, D.C. McDaniel has been…
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SCDOT moves forward with Carolina Crossroads Phase 1
May 1, 2021The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announced that it is moving forward with awarding a contract to begin the first phase of the $1.7 billion Carolina Crossroads project in…
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Raiders Lock Up Region Baseball Title
May 1, 2021
When the week began, a win in two tries against Region 2-4A rival Greenwood would clinch a playoff berth for Laurens. The Raiders won both, and as a result, will…
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Order of Contributions
April 30, 2021
By Corinne Hanna, CFP® Whether you are an employee deciding about your annual benefits at election time or an employer deciding which benefits to offer, make your workplace benefits work…
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District 56’s Winners in Day 2 of the Michelin STEM Competition
April 30, 2021
On Friday, April 30th, Laurens County 5th and 6th grade students competed in Day 2 of the Michelin STEM Competition. This competition was held at Clinton High School, and schools…
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CrossFit864 and Willow Branch Yoga Studio to Hold Open House
April 30, 2021
CrossFit864 and Willow Branch Yoga Studio Open House (April 29,2021) CrossFit864 recently reopened in their new location of 207 W. Pitts Street, Clinton SC. With the expansion added space for…
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Clinton QT is Open for Business
April 29, 2021
The QT Remote Travel Center in Clinton is open for business! Today at 9:00 a nice crowd of community leaders and patrons gathered for the grand opening. The expansive 8,000 square…
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Michelin STEM Competition
April 29, 2021
Laurens District 56 students in 3rd and 4th grades participated in the Michelin STEM Competition held at Clinton High School on Thursday, April 29th. Students in both grades built cars…
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Laurens Academy Eliminated from SCIS Playoffs
April 29, 2021
After a heartbreaking loss at St. John’s Academy, Laurens Academy faced an elimination game against Holly Hill Academy at home on Wednesday. The Raiders scored early and often, defeating…
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Clinton Fire Department Receives “Fire Safe South Carolina” Community Designation
April 29, 2021
For the second year in a row, the Clinton Fire Department has been designated as a Fire Safe South Carolina Community. Fire Safe South Carolina (FSSC) and its partners recognized…
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First Look at 2020 Census Data
April 28, 2021
On Monday, April 26th some initial data from the 2020 census was released. That data had to be completed to meet legislative deadlines for apportionment. According to the census.gov website,…
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William Bartram’s Wild Azaleas
April 28, 2021
By Tom Poland Blooms, blossoms, and bracts splash color everywhere you look this time of year. Daffodils and now dogwoods and azaleas add their voice to the spring…
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Lander University Names Eric Rivenbark Assistant Vice President
April 28, 2021
Lander University Advancement has picked philanthropic professional and higher education veteran Eric Rivenbark to serve as assistant vice president for major, planned and principled gifts. Rivenbark comes to Lander after…
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“Capital Project Sales Tax” Starts May 1
April 28, 2021
When Laurens County residents went to the polls on November 3, 2020 the Capital Project Sales Tax (CPST) Referendum that was on the ballot passed with overwhelming support. A total…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office to Host Third Annual Jail & Bail
April 28, 2021
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Third Annual Jail and Bail event is scheduled for May 21st from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Proceeds from the fundraiser are used to help…
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Attorney General Wilson Announces Launch of SC Highway Heroes Campaign to Combat Human Trafficking
April 28, 2021
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – The South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force, under the leadership of Attorney General Alan Wilson, announced the launch of the SC Highway Heroes Campaign. The initiative is a…
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Lady Devils End Season with a Win
April 28, 2021
The Lady Devils played an amazing match against one of the best teams in the upper state tonight. Woodruff game into Clinton for game 2 of the season, after winning…
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Humimic Medical, partners team up to make a difference in South Carolina COVID battle
April 27, 2021
It was not long ago when we all witnessed demand for critical Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) far outstripping supply on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle. While this story…
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Kerry Pannell named new provost at Presbyterian College
April 27, 2021
Presbyterian College announced this week that Dr. Kerry Pannell will join the College’s administration as its new provost and vice president for academic affairs. “We are thrilled and fortunate to…
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Palmetto Brothers Dispensary Opens to Large Crowds of Enthusiastic Patrons
April 26, 2021
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary was a hit with the locals this weekend for the Sip & Stroll event in downtown Laurens. “The outpouring of support and love we felt from the…
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An Inside Look at the New QT Remote Travel Center in Clinton
April 26, 2021
On Thursday, April 29th the QT off Interstate 26 at Exit 54 will open for business. Different from many of the other QT stations you might be familiar with, the…
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Clinton baseball headed to playoffs
April 26, 2021
It’s a good baseball season in Laurens County. Clinton has clinched a Class 3A spot and has a fighting shot at the Region 3 title. Laurens is battling for a…
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New Local Real Estate Company 864 Realty LLC
April 26, 2021
We are so excited to announce that we have Opened a BRAND NEW Real Estate Company in our home town of Clinton SC- LAURENS COUNTY! ! Having branches doesn’t make…
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Marketing Minute Video: Communicating Your Expertise
April 26, 2021
Marketing Minute with Catherine Dingler, NP Strategy Whether you’re an entrepreneur working hard to build your brand or a business owner with tough competition, mastering your work won’t help…
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COVID-19 Vaccines offered this Thursday and Friday at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy
April 26, 2021
After a thorough review of potential side effects related to the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, the FDA and CDC have lifted the pause and providers can now resume administering…
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County Council to Meet for Regularly Scheduled Meeting – April 27th
April 26, 2021
Laurens County Council to meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 27th at 5:30 pm. The meeting will take place at the historic courthouse on the square in…
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Capitol Theatre Now Showing Mortal Kombat (R)
April 25, 2021
The Capitol Theatre is now showing Mortal Kombat. About the movie: Hunted by the fearsome warrior Sub-Zero, MMA fighter Cole Young finds sanctuary at the temple of Lord Raiden. Training…
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Attorney General Wilson announces State receives $84.3 million in tobacco settlement funds
April 23, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that the State secured $84,349,251.83 in its share of the annual tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (“MSA”) Payment. In 1998, the Attorney General’s Office…
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Laurens District 55 High School Robotics Program to Hold STEM Camp
April 22, 2021
The robotics program at Laurens District 55 High School will attempt to hold our annual STEM camp this summer in person. Camp will run from 8:30a-5:00p Monday, July 12th through…
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Lander alumni share career wisdom during ‘Senior Lunch & Learn’
April 22, 2021
GREENWOOD, S.C. – “Listen to learn, and love to learn; know your strengths and weaknesses; have a bad day? do better tomorrow; don’t underestimate the value of relationships – maintain…
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Lander University announces MAT in Visual Art K-12
April 22, 2021
Lander University has announced that its Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Visual Art K-12 has received approval from the South Carolina Department of Education, and may begin accepting…
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Spangler Fired as Presbyterian Football Coach
April 22, 2021
In a move greeted with shock and anger, Presbyterian College athletics director Rob Acunto fired head football coach Tommy Spangler after the Blue Hose finished the spring season with the…
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SC environmental group, Power Plant SC, to plant 3 million tree seeds on Earth Day 2021
April 22, 2021
South Carolina Floodwater Commission leading multi-agency environmental effort The South Carolina Floodwater Commission is launching an ambitious effort to plant 3 million tree seeds – assisted by citizens, students, churches,…
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Introduction to Adaptive Golf with Laurens County Special Needs Board
April 21, 2021
On April 14, 2021 Upstate-Carolina Adaptive Golf & Adaptive Golf Academy hosted an Adaptive Golf Coach training with Laurens County Disability and Special Needs Board. We had a great time…
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Drug Take Back Day is Saturday April 24th
April 21, 2021
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) holds Take Back Days twice a year, in April and October, at locations across the country. National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April…
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South Carolina Department of Education update on school operations, full face to face instruction, and S.704
April 21, 2021The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) released an update on current school and district operations, plans to transition to full face to face instruction, and a statement from State…
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Gov. Henry McMaster nominates former U.S. Attorney Peter M. McCoy, Jr. to serve as Chairman of Santee Cooper’s Board of Directors
April 21, 2021Governor Henry McMaster was joined by members of the General Assembly to announce that he has nominated former U.S. Attorney and former chairman of the S.C. House Judiciary Committee, Peter…
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Gov. McMaster awards over $12 million in GEER Funds to S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice
April 21, 2021Funds to Provide Counseling, After School Programs to Bolster Delinquency Prevention Efforts Governor Henry McMaster announced a $12.05 million investment in the S.C. Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to expand…
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Red Flag Fire Alert issued statewide through Thursday
April 21, 2021
COLUMBIA—The South Carolina Forestry Commission is calling for a Red Flag Fire Alert for Wednesday and Thursday, April 21 and 22. The alert will go into effect Wednesday at 7…
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35 years later, a look at the world’s worst-ever civil nuclear disaster
April 21, 2021
‘The Chernobyl Event’ premiering on South Carolina ETV April 25 South Carolina ETV (SCETV) today announced plans to premiere The Chernobyl Event: An Update at 35 Years on Sunday, April…
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Bass tournament June 19 to honor life of angler, raise funds for Lander scholarships
April 21, 2021
GREENWOOD, S.C. __ The first annual Dean Peeples Memorial Scholarship Open Bass Tournament on Saturday, June 19, will raise funds for Lander University scholarships honoring an avid bass fisherman who…
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United Community Banks, Inc. reports first quarter results
April 21, 2021United Community Banks, Inc. (NASDAQ: UCBI) (United) announced that net income for the first quarter reached a record $73.7 million and pre-tax, pre-provision income was $81.6 million. The quarter benefited…
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Palmetto Brothers Dispensary Almost Ready to Serve its First Pint
April 21, 2021
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary is looking forward to participating in their first annual Sip & Stroll. Brothers Wade and Wes Meetze are excited about introducing Palmetto Brothers to the public during…
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United Community Bank Offers Families Tips for National Teach Children to Save Day
April 20, 2021United Community Bank is proud to celebrate National Teach Children to Save Day on April 22 to help youth in their communities learn to make smart money choices. Established by…
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Stewart Farms Strawberry Patch Open for Picking
April 19, 2021
Spring in the south means strawberries and there is no better place to pick your own than Stewart Farm. A local, family-owned farm that started in 1993 with their first strawberry…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Admin Executive Director Marcia Adams and SCDVA Sec. William Grimsley announce upcoming Veterans Virtual Career Fair
April 19, 2021Governor Henry McMaster was joined by South Carolina Department of Administration (Admin) Executive Director Marcia Adams and South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) Secretary William Grimsley to announce the…
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City of Clinton to Host Fireworks Show for Clinton Seniors
April 19, 2021
The end of the school year always brings a time for celebrating and this year is no different. As they did last year, the City of Clinton will host a…
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Possible Link between Periodontal Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease?
April 19, 2021
Good oral hygiene has always been important but new findings suggest even more reasons to amp up your oral hygiene routine. What is Periodontal Disease? The mouth contains both harmful…
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