LCSO Bloodhound Sandy Retires

  September 4, 2020

I would like to take this time to inform everyone that our Bloodhound Sandy is now retired. Sandy has been a hardworking and vital team member to this office for…

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Agriculture Technology Campus establishing 1,000-acre operation in Hampton County

  September 3, 2020

Combined $314 million investment to create more than 1,500 jobs  Agriculture Technology Campus, a joint venture project between Mastronardi, Clear Water Farms, LiDestri Food and Drink (LiDestri) and GEM Opportunity…

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JAWS showing at The Capitol Theatre – Sept 4-10

  September 3, 2020

The Capitol Theatre is open with Free Admission sponsored by Laurens CPW! JAWS (PG) FREE admission sponsored by LAURENS CPW The Capitol Theatre 104 South Public Square, Laurens, South Carolina, 29360 SEP…

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Welcome to the BUZZ!

  September 2, 2020

I’m so excited to bring you the first edition of the eNewsletter for the LaurensCountyBUZZ. The BUZZ was created to provide a single source for all things Laurens County.  It’s…

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South Carolina Public Radio announces schedule updates

  September 2, 2020

Three programs leaving lineup; two new programs to be introduced SC Public Radio (SCPR) has announced plans to update its schedule. Due to limitations caused by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic,…

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Thorne Celebrates 6 Years in Laurens

  September 2, 2020

In 2014, family owned and operated Thorne Ambulance Service (TAS) opened their Laurens office and began providing full-time service to the citizens and visitors of Laurens County. Ryan Thorne, founder…

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4-H School Enrichment Programs

  September 2, 2020

While delivery methods are changing due to COVID-19 guidelines and protocols, 4-H school enrichment programs are still available to our teachers! These programs are available to grades K-12 in all…

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Laurens County 4-Her Wins SC 4-H Small Garden Project

  September 2, 2020

The SC 4-H Small Garden Project is a hands-on project that allows youth to set goals and plan activities and strategies to achieve those outcomes, even in the face of…

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About LaurensCountyBUZZ

  August 31, 2020

About LaurensCountyBUZZ The LaurensCountyBUZZ has been created to bring the news of Laurens County to the residents in a timely manner and…. it’s FREE! Yep, it’s free for individuals to…

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Clinton YMCA Youth Soccer

  August 31, 2020

Clinton YMCA Soccer Practice begins next week! There are limited spots still available in all age divisions ( 3-5, 6-8, 9-12 year olds).

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Sadler Hughes Apothecary Relocating and Expanding

  August 31, 2020

Sadler Hughes Apothecary has been serving the community for 103 years.  During that time, the pharmacy has been in five different locations including its current location of 216 South Broad…

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Magistrate Court to Continue at The Ridge During September

  August 31, 2020

The Laurens County Magistrate Court will continue to operate from The Ridge during the month of September.  The move to this temporary location in August enabled the Magistrate’s office to…

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Virtual Art Exhibit Laments, Celebrates That Nothing Lasts Forever

  August 28, 2020

“Everything That Was Forever,” featuring work by South Carolina artist Christopher Rico, will be on exhibition online from September 3 to November 20. The art exhibit includes Rico’s recent abstract…

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New Pharmacy Students Serve the Community

  August 26, 2020

Last week, first-year pharmacy student Rachel Blocker didn’t practice using a mortar and pestle to compound medicine. She didn’t practice formulating treatment plans for patients either. Instead, orientation for Blocker…

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Thornwell’s Farm is Back!

  August 26, 2020

One of our greatest values is stewarding all that God has entrusted to us—from the Board of Trustees (BOT), our staff, the people we serve, and our treasured alumni, to…

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South Carolina applies for Lost Wages Assistance grant

  August 26, 2020

Governor Henry McMaster and S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Executive Director Dan Ellzey announced today that the state of South Carolina submitted its grant application for FEMA’s Lost…

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LCSO Annual School Supply Drive – August 28th

  August 25, 2020

The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is holding our annual School Supply Drive on Friday, August 28th at the Laurens Chick-fil-A from 9AM to 2PM. All donations will go to local…

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Tapestry Tuesday’s at Ten

  August 24, 2020

  Join us on Facebook Live tomorrow for Tapestry Tuesday’s at Ten. Every Tuesday at 10am we will host a Facebook Live on new arrivals, sales etc. You never know…

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SC State Fair is Giving Back – October 20-21

  August 24, 2020

In an effort to give back to the community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the nonprofit South Carolina State Fair will host its first-ever free, Drive-Through S.C. State Fair…

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Biology And Pharmacy Professors Awarded Research Grants

  August 21, 2020

Two Presbyterian College faculty members have been awarded grants for their research on the undergraduate campus and at the PC School of Pharmacy. Dr. Austin Shull ’11, assistant professor of…

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Navigating Early Childhood Development via Virtual Learning

  August 20, 2020

An essential component of our continuum of care is our unique, full-service Child Development Center (CDC), focused not only on the children who attend but also on their families. Each child’s…

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Students To Begin Class On Campus, Online

  August 19, 2020

PC School of Pharmacy students will be divided into Blue cohorts and Garnet cohorts when they begin classes on Monday, Aug. 24. Each week, one group will attend classes on…

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Filing for Nonpartisan Offices Closed on Monday

  August 19, 2020

The deadline to file for nonpartisan offices was noon on Monday. Nonpartisan positions open for this election cycle in Laurens County and those who have filed to run for them…

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Lander Early Childhood Education Program Ranked Highly

  August 19, 2020

Lander University’s early childhood education program has been ranked as the 17th best program of its kind in the country, according to the website Study.com. More than 40 million visitors…

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Clinton YMCA Soccer Fall Registration

  August 19, 2020

Clinton YMCA Soccer Fall Registration Three Playing Divisions: Ages 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12 (age as of 9/1/20) League games will be played Monday, Tuesday &/or Thursday @5 PM at PC…

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Original Six Foundation announces new programming across the state

  August 18, 2020

Partnership with Bojangles, the Carolina Panthers, and the Longleaf Fund Focuses on Early Childhood Literacy The Original Six Foundation (O6 Foundation) announced it will assume leadership of the My First…

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More SC residents now have access to SC Thrive’s rent assistance program

  August 18, 2020

SC Thrive offers immediate relief for South Carolina residents still struggling to pay rent during the Coronavirus pandemic. The organization is now accepting Rental Assistance Program applications from households that previously…

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