Wofford Ruins Blue Hose’ First Home Game
February 25, 2021
After three road games against SEC power Auburn, Presbyterian baseball opened its home season against Wofford on Wednesday. Although the Blue Hose broke on top,Wofford wound up battering six PC…
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City of Laurens Updates the Parades and Assemblages Ordinance
February 24, 2021
LAURENS, S.C. – On February 16, the City Council of the City of Laurens unanimously approved second reading of an important new events ordinance which replaced the city’s inadequate and…
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Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital achieves national recognition in Newsweek’s annual best maternity hospitals ranking
February 24, 2021
GREENVILLE, S.C.—Prisma Health hospitals were ranked among the Best Maternity Hospitals nationally, according to Newsweek’s annual list which includes 217 hospitals across 36 states. Ten hospitals were ranked in South…
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Trouble Sleeping? Wear Socks to Bed
February 24, 2021
The struggle is real. Millions of people have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Sleep is a vital part of our life and much needed to stay healthy and be…
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Former SCANA CEO Kevin Marsh pleads guilty to State Grand Jury Indictment related to V.C. Summer Nuclear Power Plant Project
February 24, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that former SCANA CEO Kevin Bryan Marsh waived presentment and pled guilty today to a State Grand Jury indictment for violation of South…
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Whom Should I Select to Serve as Trustee?
February 24, 2021
By Jonathan J. Robertson, CFP® When people are updating their estate documents, they frequently leave assets in trust for someone else. The key concept behind the idea of a trust…
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SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Companies
February 24, 2021
By William R. Jeter, CFA, CFP® SPACs are currently all of the rage in financial media. Why? As with any investment being heavily promoted, you can almost always understand by…
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Tupelo Honey is coming to Midtown Muster March 10th
February 22, 2021
Midtown Muster just announced a mid-week dinner presented by Tupelo Honey on Wednesday, March 10th. There will be two seating times to choose from: 5PM and 7PM. Each seating is…
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LCWSC is Hiring
February 22, 2021
The Laurens County Water & Sewer Commission (LCWSC) announced recently that they are hiring in two positions. LCWSC is a Special Purpose District that provides water and sewer service to…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – Tuesday, February 23rd
February 22, 2021
The Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 23rd. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens. The meeting…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Meet Thursday, February 25th
February 22, 2021
The Laurens County Republican Party will meet on Thursday, February 25th. The meeting will be held at the at the Historic Laurens County Courthouse at 6:00 pm. SC Senator Shane…
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Smith Taking Softball Skills to USC Sumter
February 22, 2021
Michaela Smith plans to study criminal justice at USC Sumter while continuing her softball career. The Laurens District High School senior will join the Fire Ants next fall. Smith held…
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Red Devils Perform Well in Soccer Tourney
February 22, 2021
Penalty kicks stopped Clinton in the finals of the weekend’s Emerald Cup boys’ soccer tournament in Greenwood. Host Emerald edged the Red Devils on penalty kicks after the two teams…
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Brooke Ruhoff: a practical education in a close-knit community
February 20, 2021
Sophomore graphic design and business administration double major Brooke Ruhoff, of Greenwood, understands the importance of a “hands-on” education, and that’s why she chose to attend Lander University. “I get…
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Close Ones Continue to Slip Away
February 17, 2021
Three times this year at Templeton Center, the Presbyterian College women’s basketball team has lost games in the final two seconds. The latest was a 61-59 win by UNC Asheville…
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Clinton 26 Commerce Park – Open for Business
February 17, 2021
Clinton 26 Commerce Park is one of the premier industrial parks in Clinton and surrounding Laurens County. Strategically located near the junction of I-26 and I-385, Clinton 26 Commerce Parks…
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Make-A-Wish South Carolina to Hold Virtual Wish Ball February 20th
February 17, 2021
For 35 years, with the support of local communities and volunteers, Make-A-Wish® South Carolina has worked to deliver hope to more than 3,000 kids facing critical illnesses and their families.…
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Countdown to QT in Clinton
February 17, 2021
There’s something new coming to Clinton. You can’t help but notice the massive construction site just off Interstate 26 at Exit 54. Now coming close to completion, the countdown is…
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Laurens County Deputy Recognized by the Humane Society of the United States
February 17, 2021
Sgt. Brown with the Laurens County Sheriff’s Animal Control Office was recently recognized for his work to break up puppy mills. “We are very proud of Sgt. Brown and his…
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Periodontal Disease and COVID-19?
February 17, 2021
What is Periodontal Disease? You may have heard the term “periodontal disease” or “gum disease” at your dental office before. Periodontal disease is defined as serious infection and inflammation of…
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Make Learning to Save Fun and Easy for Kids this America Saves Week
February 16, 2021
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis When it comes to learning something new, you often hear, “it’s never too late.” But when it comes to smart money habits, it’s almost never…
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13th Annual Lake Greenwood Cleanup Scheduled for March 6th
February 16, 2021
This year, the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce (LCCC) and the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, through the Laurens County Beautification efforts, are partnering to advance the impact of the annual…
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Clinton Girls Go Out with a Win
February 15, 2021
A veteran Clinton High girls’ basketball team entered the season with high hopes after winning the Region 3-3A championship a year ago. Thirteen games were lost to COVID-19. A returning…
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African American History Series Sponsored by the Laurens County Museum Association
February 15, 2021
The Laurens County Museum will hold the second event in the African American History Series on February 17th. This event will feature Attorney LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson, JD, LLM, CG®, CGL. She…
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A lifetime of lessons in stakeholder management
February 15, 2021
By Amanda Loveday NP Strategy I recently celebrated five years at NP Strategy. Since I began as the first full-time employee, we’ve built an incredible group of 25 individuals…
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Laurens County Resident Among Those Honored for Work to Make Wishes Come True
February 15, 2021
Make-A-Wish® South Carolina recently recognized eight South Carolina women for their philanthropic achievements via a virtual award ceremony. Each dynamic woman was a 2020 honoree in the W.I.S.H. Society. Honorees…
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PC to celebrate Black History Month with a Virtual Convocation
February 14, 2021
PC will celebrate Black History Month with a virtual program featuring Dr. Kendra Hamilton, associate professor of English, as the keynote speaker. The virtual convocation will take place at 6:30…
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Laurens County Conservation District 2021 Earth & Sky Photo Contest
February 14, 2021
There are some pretty places and scenes to capture in Laurens County and the Laurens County Conservation District wants to see your pictures. Their annual Earth & Sky photo contest…
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Blue Hose Get Ready for … Football
February 13, 2021
Presbyterian College — and many other small colleges — didn’t even play football in 2020, thanks to COVID-19. For the first time in history, the Blue Hose are playing in…
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Boathouse Fish Camp Celebrating 25 Years
February 13, 2021
Boathouse Fish Camp may be new to Cross Hill but they have 25 years experience serving great food to locals. The original location, The Wagon Wheel Fish Camp was established…
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Workforce development partners hold first ever drive-thru job fair in Laurens County
February 12, 2021
On Wednesday, February 10, Laurens County’s first ever drive-thru job fair was held at the Piedmont Technical College Center for Advanced Manufacturing (PTC CAM) in Laurens. Hosted by partner organizations…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson warns about social isolation and the risk of investment fraud
February 12, 2021
The Securities Division of the South Carolina Office of the Attorney General along with the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), FINRA, and the staff of the SEC’s Office of…
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Two Raiders Plan to Play Football in College
February 10, 2021
Cole England and Nick Humphries, who played football at Laurens District High last autumn, plan to spend the next one on a college campus. England, an offensive lineman, signed with…
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The Fog Lifts at the End
February 10, 2021
To the great credit of the basketball teams at Laurens District High School, they kept trying. LDHS was impeded by the coronavirus, of course. Both boys and girls went a…
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Playoff Hopes Dim for Clinton Girls
February 10, 2021
A year ago, Clinton High School’s girls’ basketball team won the Region 3-3A and reached the third round of the state playoffs. This year has gone south. The Red Devils’…
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South Carolina Association of School Librarians Honors Two Laurens County Educators
February 10, 2021
The South Carolina Association of School Librarians will celebrate librarians, libraries, administrators, support staff, and students during its 46th Annual SCASL Conference in March. Two of the top honors for…
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Electoral Initiative at Lander University to feature prominent S.C. activists and campaign leaders
February 10, 2021
The community is invited to participate in a live, virtual seminar with some of South Carolina’s most prominent activists and persons who have worked on political campaigns on Monday, Feb.…
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Capitol Theatre Showing “The Marksman”
February 10, 2021
The Marksman is a 2021 American action thriller film directed by Robert Lorenz. The plot follows a rancher and former Marine (Liam Neeson) living in an Arizona border town who…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson calls on President Biden to reinstate Keystone XL permit
February 10, 2021
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and a coalition of 13 other attorneys general today called on President Joe Biden to reconsider his unilateral revocation of the 2019 Presidential Permit…
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Meiden America Switchgear Celebrates Opening & First Product Shipment from its First US Manufacturing Facility
February 9, 2021
On Tuesday, February 9, Meiden America Inc. Switchgear held its official opening ceremony at their facility in Gray Court. The ceremony was also a celebration of the first product shipment…
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Gov. Henry McMaster removes State Accident Fund Director
February 9, 2021
Governor Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-09, removing Amy V. Cofield from the office of Director of the State Accident Fund, effective immediately. In addition, the governor has formally requested…
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Changes Coming to Management Team for City of Clinton
February 8, 2021
On Monday, Feb. 8th during a meeting of Clinton City Council for a financial bond workshop, it was announced was that City Manager, Bill Ed Cannon was retiring “effective immediately.”…
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Lowry Wins Share of SCISA Football Honor
February 8, 2021
Senior Thomas Lowry shredded records during his career at Laurens Academy. Lowry was the Crusaders’ leading passer and rusher. LA finished the 2020 season with its best record, 8-4, in…
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ZF Announces $200 Million Investment in North American Commercial Vehicle Transmission Manufacturing
February 5, 2021
ZF PowerLine 8-speed automatic transmission technology sets benchmark for medium-duty commercial vehicle trucks, buses and heavy-duty pickup trucks With passenger car comfort, unparalleled commercial vehicle performance, advanced safety technology and…
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Lander University Alumni Association honors distinguished alumni
February 4, 2021
In the lead up to Homecoming Week, Feb. 8-13, Lander University has recognized six alumni for their devotion and service to their communities, and to the University. “We are exceptionally…
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The Value of Going the Extra Mile
February 4, 2021
By Michelle Legaspi NP Strategy For businesses, success can look like many things: bottom-line revenue; year-over-year growth, etc. Though, not all success is as easily defined as a metric…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces Enforcement Action Against GPB Capital Holdings, LLC for Allegedly Defrauding South Carolina Investors in a Nationwide $1.8 Billion Private Offering Scheme
February 4, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that the Securities Division (the “Division”) within the Office of the South Carolina Attorney General has filed a regulatory action against New York-based investment…
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South Carolina AG Alan Wilson part of $573 million settlement with McKinsey & Company for its role in “turbocharging” the opioid epidemic with Purdue Pharma
February 4, 2021
Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a coalition of attorneys general from 47 states, the District of Columbia and five U.S. territories in a $573 million settlement with one of…
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Minor Revamp Required in PC Football Schedule
February 3, 2021
As previously announced, Presbyterian College will begin its delayed football schedule on March 6 at Gardner-Webb. What follows the opener has been rearranged and revised by PC in cooperation with its…
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As Frigid Temps are Forecasted, Clinton Fire Chief Provides Safety Tips for Use of Indoor Space Heaters
February 3, 2021
As the coldest temperatures of the year are upon us, Clinton Fire Chief Phillip Russell and his team want everyone to be warm and safe. The use of portable electric…
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