In strong first-quarter, Coastal areas lead home sales throughout South Carolina
April 19, 2021
The market in South Carolina remains strong in the first quarter according to South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) March 2021 statewide real estate market data. Median sales price increased from $234,000…
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Blue Hose Take the Bus to Victory
April 18, 2021
Presbyterian College’s football took buses to Des Moines, Iowa, and returned with a winning season. The Blue Hose’ 28-24 victory over Drake enabled them to end the spring with their…
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PC Pharmacy School now administering COVID vaccinations
April 18, 2021
Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy Wellness Center is an approved COVID-19 vaccine provider and is now scheduling appointments for the public on select days. Anyone 18+ who meets the criteria…
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Clinton Girls Soccer Win Big for their Seniors
April 16, 2021
After the night started with some tears and hugs following Clinton’s Senior Night celebration the Lady Red Devils dried their eyes and went to work. It was another all around…
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Prisma Health announces physician leadership team for first-in-Upstate solid organ transplantation program
April 15, 2021
GREENVILLE, S.C — Nationally recognized transplant surgeon Todd Merchen, MD, will join Prisma Health to lead its new solid organ transplantation program along with transplant nephrologist Keith Superdock, MD. The program,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson cautions consumers about misleading sales tactics used by some over-the-counter hearing aid companies
April 15, 2021
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is warning consumers to be aware that some over-the-counter hearing aid companies use misleading sales tactics. Nearly 50 million Americans have…
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M.S. Bailey to Hold Tours for Parents and Guardians of Incoming 4K
April 15, 2021
M.S. Bailey will be hosting several tours and Q&A sessions for parents and guardians interested in the 4K program for next year, 2021-2022. Here is a list of…
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Undefeated Clinton Boys’ Tennis Senior Night on Thursday Against Chapman
April 15, 2021
Winning is nothing new for the Clinton boys tennis team. The latest team to go down in another Region 3-3A match was Emerald. Emerald fell 6-0 to the undefeated Red Devils,…
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Red Devils Win Softball Rivalry
April 15, 2021
Clinton edged Laurens in a season-opening softball tournament. The Raiders clobbered the Red Devils in their regular-season trip to Clinton. The Red Devils won something of a rubber match on…
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PC School of Pharmacy Receives Longest Accreditation Term in School History
April 14, 2021
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy received continued accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). Now accredited through 2028, the eight-year term is the longest in the School’s…
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Professor of History Wins SCICU Excellence in Teaching Award
April 14, 2021
Imagine a college professor who confesses he may not have anything to teach his students. Next, imagine that same professor being named a college’s Professor of the Year. Then apply…
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Gov. McMaster announces $10.5 million investment in charter schools, workforce development
April 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today announced a $10.5 million investment in South Carolina’s public charter schools and the state’s workforce development efforts through the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) fund. South Carolina’s charter schools will receive $9…
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Governor Henry McMaster appoints Robin Price to the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind Board of Commissioners
April 14, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Robin Holden Price of Columbia to the Board of Commissioners of the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind (SCSDB) where she will represent…
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Ads that ring your cash register
April 14, 2021
By Jerry Bellune Bob Bly and I are direct response apostles. It’s the best way to advertise. Bob says if we embrace direct response ads in print and online, the…
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Clinton Baseball Remains Perfect in Region Play
April 14, 2021
Clinton miraculously got out of a major jam in the first inning on Tuesday against Emerald. The Vikings scored a run, but that was it in the Red Devils’ 11-1…
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College of Behavioral and Social Sciences recognizes student achievements
April 14, 2021
Lander University’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences held its honors and awards program on Tuesday, Apr. 13, at the Jean Tribble McFerrin Amphitheater located behind Laura Lander Hall. “These…
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Nursing major and Academic Success Center tutor ‘thriving’ at Lander University
April 14, 2021
Lander University nursing major MacKenzie Calcutt, of Columbia, attributes her academic success to the smaller class sizes and personal attention she receives from faculty and staff at Lander University. “I…
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Clinton Girls Beat Union in Close Match
April 14, 2021
The Lady Red Devils returned from Spring Break in great form and played a well rounded game against a tough Yellow Jacket squad. The first half of the match ended…
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SC AG Alan Wilson leads coalition of 22 AGs in sending letter to President and Congress opposing D.C. statehood as unconstitutional
April 13, 2021
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and 21 attorneys general sent a letter today to President Biden and the leaders of Congress opposing bills to make the…
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Be Pro Be Proud Provides “Big Rig” Experience to Laurens County Students
April 13, 2021
On Tuesday, over 40 10th graders from Laurens District 55 High School and Clinton High School came out to the Piedmont Tech Laurens Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) to explore…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, Superintendent Molly Spearman, SCDOI Director Ray Farmer announce $24.54 million investment in school buses, public transit
April 13, 2021
Second Round of Volkswagen Settlement Funds to Purchase 235 New School Buses, 3 Public Transit Buses Governor Henry McMaster was joined by S.C. Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and S.C.…
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Another PC Football Player Finds National Distinction
April 12, 2021
Colby Campbell, a senior linebacker from Montmorenci, was named national defensive player of the week. Campbell set a school record with 25 tackles in Presbyterian’s 29-24 victory over Davidson. A…
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Laurens County Council to Meet on Tuesday for Regularly Scheduled Meeting
April 12, 2021
Laurens County Council to Meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 13th at 5:30 pm. The meeting will take place at the historic courthouse on the square in…
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Sip & Stroll in Less than Two Weeks – Some Tickets Remain
April 12, 2021
Main Street Laurens’ annual Sip & Stroll is less than two weeks away! The first batch of wines are in for this year’s Sip & Stroll, April 22-24th If you…
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Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Laurens; One Person Exposed
April 12, 2021
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a raccoonfound near Highway 56 North in Clinton, SC between Countryside Circle and Springdale Drive has tested…
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Outplacement and Career Transition Benefits Promote the Bottom Line
April 12, 2021
By Gene Mills Gallivan, MS Whether you call it reorganization, right-sizing, termination, downsizing, layoff, reorganization or restructuring, turnover is daunting for both the organization and the individuals involved. In today’s…
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S.C. Governor invites all South Carolinians to participate in history making tree-planting effort
April 12, 2021
S.C. Governor Henry McMaster is inviting all South Carolinians – “old, young, students, churches, community groups, everybody,” he says – to join POWERPLANTSC on Earth Day, April 22 and help…
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Arts spring into focus at inaugural Lander University Art Walk Uptown
April 12, 2021
The stunning portraits by artist Abigail Lynn were the center of attention by art lovers visiting The Arts Center of Greenwood. Lynn’s artwork was part of the Lander University Art…
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Laurens County Deputy Receives Bert Friday Award
April 12, 2021
Congratulations to Detention Deputy Braswell on receiving the Bert Friday award upon graduating from the academy. This award is given to the student who obtains the highest overall academic average,…
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Blue Hose Turn the Tables on Davidson
April 11, 2021
For reasons related to the pandemic, Presbyterian played Davidson twice this year. At Davidson, the Wildcats prevailed, 41-24. Saturday at Bailey Memorial Stadium was quite different as the Blue Hose returned…
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SC AG Alan Wilson leads 14-state letter against bill that would require workers to join unions
April 8, 2021
(COLUMBIA, S.C.) – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is leading a 14-state coalition of attorneys general in sending a letter to U.S. Senate leaders opposing a pro-union bill. The…
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Litter Prevention Week
April 8, 2021
LITTER CONTROL WEEK ANNOUNCEMENT APRIL 12-18, 2021 WHAT: The Office of the Governor, SC Department of Public Safety and PalmettoPride will host a press event at the State House to…
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CrossFit864 and Willow Branch Yoga Studio to Hold Open House
April 7, 2021
CrossFit864 recently relocated to their new location at 207 West Pitts Street. The building is perfect for the business and provides great opportunities for expansion of services and client conveniences.…
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Three Blue Hose Earn Big South Honors
April 7, 2021
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Three members of the Presbyterian College volleyball team were honored by the Big South Conference as a part of its annual awards announcement on Wednesday afternoon. Junior…
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SC Chamber Statement on Hate Crimes Bill Progress in SC House
April 7, 2021
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) President and CEO Bob Morgan today issued the following statement regarding the South Carolina House of Representatives giving 2nd Reading to H.3620, the Hate…
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IMPH releases fourth report on the impact of COVID-19 policy actions
April 7, 2021
Over the past year, the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH) and the North Carolina Institute of Medicine (NCIOM) have jointly monitored state and federal actions that…
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Abney “Skipper” Smith Named Bush River Realty Broker-in-Charge
April 7, 2021
Abney “Skipper” Smith has been named Broker-In-Charge and Partner at Bush River Realty, LLC in Clinton SC. Bush River Realty serves the Clinton and Laurens County area in residential, land…
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PC’s Smyth Wins National Honor for Defensive Play
April 6, 2021
Jeffrey Smith, Presbyterian College defensive back, was named national player of the week for football in the NCAA’s Football Championship Subdivision (FCS). In a 26-3 victory over Stetson, Smyth returned…
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Taproom and Wine Bar to Open in Downtown Laurens
April 5, 2021
Palmetto Brothers Dispensary will be the first craft beer and select wine bar in Laurens County. The dispensary will be located in the beautiful historical downtown square in the city…
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City of Laurens Launches “Friday Night Live”
April 5, 2021
When the work week is over and it’s time to relax there are now more local options to get your weekend started. Local merchants, working in partnership with the City…
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Laurens County Humane Society to Hold Spay/Neuter Clinic April 15th
April 5, 2021
The Laurens County Humane Society is holding another mobile spay/neuter clinic on April 15th. Pets must be 3 months to 4 years old and weigh less than 50 pounds to…
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Interest in Moving on Main Grows after Two Weeks
April 5, 2021
Are you looking for a new option to get outside and exercise? The MOVING ON MAIN series kicked off on Saturday, March 27th and judging from the attendance, interest in…
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Outstanding Educators from Piedmont Tech Honored
April 5, 2021
Three Piedmont Technical College (PTC) employees were honored recently as Outstanding Educators for the 2019-2020 academic year by the South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) at its annual conference last…
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Lander concludes Race and Identity Dialogue series with two final events
April 5, 2021
Lander University will wrap up its Race and Identity Dialogue in the month of April, with two virtual sessions for students, faculty, staff and members of the public. The first…
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Blue Hose Doff Their Hatters, 26-3
April 5, 2021
The Presbyterian College scored all 3 touchdowns by means of defense and special teams in a 26-3 road victory over Stetson. Jeffrey Smyth twice intercepted Alex Piccirilli passes and returned…
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Reading, Writing… and Financial Literacy
April 5, 2021
By South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis Where did you learn about personal finance? Did a patient parent explain the difference between spending for what you need versus what you want?…
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Raiders Outlast Red Devils
April 2, 2021
Laurens once led rival Clinton 14-0 at Ed Prescott Field on Thursday night. Somehow, before the night was mercifully over, the Red Devils whittled the margin down to three, 18-15,…
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New economic development initiative to expand recruitment of pharmaceutical companies, shore up emergency supply chains
April 1, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2021-17, which directs the Department of Commerce to enhance recruitment efforts of pharmaceutical and medical supply manufacturers in South Carolina and directs state agencies…
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Grand Slam, Great Pitching Lead Raiders
April 1, 2021
Jackson Edwards pitched a 1-hitter against Greer, but it was a single swing of the bat by Zach Faulkner that made a 5-0 victory most memorable. With the bases loaded…
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Lady Red Devils Fall to Chapman
March 31, 2021
The Lady Red Devils came out of the gate playing their brand of soccer. Crisp passes, great runs, crosses and shots. The Clinton girls looked dominant early in the game over Chapman. However…
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