Lecture Explores “The Cherokee War of 1776” at Laurens County Museum
October 13, 2025
The Laurens County Museum’s Revolutionary Battle Series continues on Tuesday, October 14, at 7:00 p.m., with a compelling lecture on “The Cherokee War of 1776.” Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant…
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Jerre Threatt Named Laurens County Administrator
October 13, 2025
Threatt brings decades of public service and local leadership to the role Laurens County Council has unanimously appointed Jerre Threatt as the new Laurens County Administrator. Threatt will officially begin…
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Laurens QB Logan Bragg Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week
October 13, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, October 10th, the Player of the week is Laurens District High School quarterback Logan Bragg.…
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Book Your Holiday Party at The Fox Hole
October 13, 2025
The holiday season is right around the corner, and Moultrie Southern Cuisine is officially opening up bookings for holiday parties in The Fox Hole, its stylish downstairs lounge in downtown…
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Run Like a Mann Marks 15th Year with Successful Community Event
October 13, 2025
The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) recently wrapped up its 15th Annual Run Like a Mann, celebrating another year of strong community support and participation. The event brought together runners,…
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Fountain Inn Fire Department Reminds Residents of Recreational Fire Safety Rules
October 13, 2025
As cooler weather approaches and families gather around outdoor fires for warmth, cooking, or simply to enjoy the season, the Fountain Inn Fire Department is reminding residents of important safety…
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DPH Confirms 11th Measles Case in Greenville County — No Cases Reported in Laurens County at This Time
October 13, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has confirmed the state’s 11th measles case this year, involving a child in Greenville County. This marks the eighth case connected to…
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Third Thursday Finale Brings 80s Fun to Downtown Clinton
October 13, 2025
The final Third Thursday of the season is coming up next week, and Main Street Clinton is closing it out with a high-energy blast from the past! On Thursday, October…
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Presbyterian College to Celebrate Alumni Excellence at Homecoming, Including Three Local Honorees
October 13, 2025
Presbyterian College to honor distinguished graduates at 2025 Alumni Awards Ceremony Homecoming Weekend celebration to recognize achievements in service, leadership, and lifelong commitment to PC’s mission Presbyterian College will honor…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host Gubernatorial Candidate Congressman Ralph Norman
October 13, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will host a special event featuring Congressman Ralph Norman, a candidate for South Carolina Governor, on Thursday, October 30 at The Ridge in Laurens. The…
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South Carolina State Fair Underway Through October 19
October 12, 2025
The South Carolina State Fair is in full swing, running now through October 19 at the fairgrounds in Columbia. Now in its 156th year, the fair continues to blend agricultural…
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PC Stays Undefeated with Two Late Touchdowns at Butler
October 12, 2025
Sophomore Justin Montgomery netted a career-high 134 rushing yards, tight end Nathan Levicki raced to arguably the biggest touchdown of the season from 75 yards away, and the #23/24 Presbyterian…
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Big Air Laurens Hosting Spooktacular Kids Halloween Trunk or Treat
October 12, 2025
Get ready for a night of spooky fun and high-flying excitement at Big Air Laurens! The trampoline park is hosting its Kids Halloween Trunk or Treat Party on Sunday, October…
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Lander’s Andy Jameson to Speak on American Life through Cocktails
October 12, 2025
Lander University invites the Greenwood and Lander communities to attend a talk on Tuesday, Oct. 28, by Dr. Andrew Jameson, professor of English at Lander University. The lecture, titled “A…
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Fall Festival Fun Continues Weekends Through October at LushAcres Farm
October 12, 2025
Fall is in full swing at LushAcres Farm, where the annual Fall Festival is bringing families together for seasonal fun, pumpkin picking, and meaningful community support. The festival runs every…
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American Legion Post 25 Gears Up for 5th Annual Toy Run
October 12, 2025
Community generosity fuels year-round projects, with Christmas for kids as a top priority American Legion Post 25 is once again rallying the community to help spread holiday cheer during its…
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Anchored in Service: Lander Veteran Celebrates U.S. Navy’s 250th Anniversary
October 10, 2025
As the nation observes the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy on Oct. 13, Lander alumnus Jeff Long is among the thousands of Navy veterans who share the values of…
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Fountain Inn Fire Department Partners with Local State Farm Agents to Promote Fire Prevention Week
October 8, 2025
The Fountain Inn Fire Department is proud to partner with Anthony Bennon State Farm and Liz Berry State Farm Agency to highlight Fire Prevention Week, a nationwide campaign created by…
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Chamber to Host Business After Hours at Presbyterian College
October 8, 2025
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce invites community members to a Business After Hours event on Thursday, October 16, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. inside the beautiful rotunda of Neville…
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Diaper Drive-Thru on October 14 to Help Local Families
October 8, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center will host its next Diaper Drive-Thru on Tuesday, October 14, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the parking lot at Wattsville Drug, 24 Sirrine Street in…
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Second Saturday: Let’s Make Downtown Shine on October 11
October 8, 2025
Community members are invited to roll up their sleeves and help spruce up downtown Clinton during the Second Saturday Volunteer Morning on Saturday, October 11, beginning at 9:00 AM. Hosted…
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Laurens County Organizations Unite to Support Small Businesses for Pink Friday 2025
October 8, 2025
Laurens County is gearing up for a holiday shopping celebration that puts small businesses front and center. Sunny Meadow Boutique, Upstate Advertising, the City of Laurens, Main Street Clinton, Main…
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Halloween Howl at Break on the Lake Set for October 30
October 7, 2025
Get ready for a frightfully fun night on the water! Connect Lake Greenwood is hosting a Halloween Howl on Thursday, October 30, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Break on…
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Workforce-Ready: Lander Students Network Their Way to Careers
October 7, 2025
When Lander University officials say graduates are “workforce-ready,” they mean it. Students at Lander dressed for success and came with resumes in hand during three specialized career fairs where 140…
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Lander Alumnus Cameron Dorn Races toSuccess with Suitcase Full of Courage
October 7, 2025
Cameron Dorn doesn’t just talk about pushing limits. He lives it. Some might call the South Carolina native a business daredevil, but the founder of Suitcase of Courage strategically channels…
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Clinton City Council Reviews Tourism Funding, Zoning Changes, and Infrastructure Plans at October 6 Meeting
October 7, 2025
The Clinton City Council covered a full agenda during its regular meeting on October 6, 2025, recognizing important community observances, approving funding allocations to support tourism, and discussing zoning, infrastructure,…
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Ladies of the Lake Bring 1950s Fun to Laurens County Memorial Home
October 7, 2025
On September 11, the Ladies of the Lake brought smiles, music, and sweet treats to the Laurens County Memorial Home with their event, “The Hop to the Home.” Dressed in colorful…
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SC Department of Veterans’ Affairs Shares Important Information on Federal Contingency Planning
October 7, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs (SCDVA) recently shared important information from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding its contingency planning in the event of a federal…
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SC REALTORS celebrate award winners, install 2026 incoming leadership
October 7, 2025
South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) celebrated its 2025 award winners, and installation of officers at Wild Dunes in Isle of Palms in September. Approximately 300 Realtors from across the state attended…
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Charleston retains title of No. 1 small city in the U.S. in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
October 7, 2025
For the fourth consecutive year, and 14th time in the last 15 years, Charleston has been named the top city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The Readers’ Choice Awards…
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South Carolina Public Radio premieres new audio drama series, Shortwave Kitsch Radio
October 7, 2025
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) is pleased to announce the premiere of Shortwave Kitsch Radio, an original audio drama series that combines history with creative storytelling. The series will…
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City of Clinton Seeking Applicants for Design Review Board
October 6, 2025
The City of Clinton Planning Department is now accepting applications for openings on the Design Review Board. Applications are available at the M.S. Bailey Municipal Center, located at 211 North…
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Who Knew? Clara Barton & Harriet Tubman in South Carolina During the Civil War
October 6, 2025
The Laurens County Museum invites the community to a fascinating Lunch and Learn presentation on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from Noon to 1:00 p.m., exploring the powerful but often overlooked…
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Laurens Academy Standout Caleb Hardy Recognized as Player of the Week
October 6, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, October 3rd, the Player of the week is Laurens Academy H-back and linebacker Caleb Hardy.…
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Laurens County Among Three Counties with Confirmed Rabid Animals
October 6, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon and two bats have tested positive for rabies in separate incidents. In Laurens County, the raccoon that tested…
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Laurens County Releases Working Draft of Revisions to Open Space Residential Development Requirements
October 6, 2025
Public Input Sessions Scheduled Through December Laurens County Council has released a working draft of proposed revisions to the Open Space Residential Development Requirements, currently codified within Ordinance No. 926.…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center Announces Bundles of Joy Community Baby Shower in Laurens County
October 6, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center, in partnership with First Choice by Select Health, is excited to announce the upcoming Bundles of Joy Community Baby Shower on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from…
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Westminster Presbyterian Church to Host Fall Festival in Clinton
October 6, 2025
Westminster Presbyterian Church is inviting the community to celebrate the season at its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 18, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the church campus in…
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October is Safe Sleep Month: Protecting Our Littlest Residents
October 6, 2025
October is recognized as Safe Sleep Month, a time to raise awareness about safe infant sleep practices and help prevent Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID), including Sudden Infant Death Syndrome…
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Keep Laurens County Beautiful and LCWSC Expand Storm Drain Mural Project Across Laurens County
October 6, 2025
Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB) and the Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission (LCWSC) are teaming up once again to expand the popular Storm Drain Mural Project, bringing more colorful…
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Spectrum Expands Service with New Field Operations Center in Laurens to Support Four Upstate Counties
October 6, 2025
Spectrum today announced the opening of a new Spectrum Field Operations Center which will help provide seamless connectivity for Laurens, Greenwood, Anderson and Union County customers, including more than 6,000…
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DPH Launches New Podcast Series
October 6, 2025
The S.C. Dept. of Public Health (DPH) today launched the “Healthy People Podcast,” a new series aimed at educating the people of South Carolina about topics of public health…
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First Revolutionary War Bloodshed Launches Lander Community Lecture Series
October 6, 2025
Lander University’s Community Lecture Series began its 2025-26 season with a program on the Siege of Savages’ Old Fields in Ninety Six, the first site of bloodshed in the South…
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Annual Gun Raffle Offers Top Prizes While Fighting Hunger in South Carolina
October 6, 2025
South Carolina Hunters for the Hungry is once again combining the thrill of winning with the power of giving back. The organization’s Annual Gun Raffle features 24 incredible prizes from…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Candy Donations for Annual Trunk-or-Treat
October 5, 2025
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is gearing up for its annual Trunk-or-Treat, and the community is invited to help make the event a sweet success. Individually wrapped candy donations are…
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Trick or Trail 5K Brings Spooky Fun to Laurens
October 5, 2025
The countdown is on for one of Laurens’ most festive races of the year. The Trick or Trail 5K will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Collyar Park,…
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The Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame is Now Accepting Nominations for the Class of 2026.
October 2, 2025
The 2026 induction ceremony will be held in conjunction with the Laurens County Sports Awards in May at Belk Auditorium on the campus of Presbyterian College. This ceremony will feature…
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Laurens County Council Announces Finalists in County Administrator Search
October 1, 2025
Laurens County Council has named four finalists in its search for the next County Administrator, following a nationwide recruitment process. The executive search was conducted by Find Great People, a…
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Laurens City Council Confirms Ira Bedenbaugh to CPW Commissioner Seat
October 1, 2025
On Tuesday, September 30, the Laurens City Council held a called meeting to confirm a new commissioner for the Laurens Commission of Public Works. Before the confirmation process began, Mayor…
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Squealin’ on the Square Celebrates 25 Years in Downtown Laurens
October 1, 2025
The countdown is on, and excitement is building in Laurens as the community prepares to celebrate a milestone year for one of its most beloved traditions. The 25th Annual Squealin’…
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