M.S. Bailey CDC Now Registering for 4K Program – The Best Start for Your Child’s Education!
February 17, 2025
Parents looking for a high-quality early childhood education program for their four-year-old children can now register at M.S. Bailey Child Development Center (CDC) for the 2025-2026 school year. If your…
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Lander University Wind Ensemble to Perform
February 17, 2025
The Lander University Wind Ensemble is excited to share their first concert of the semester with the community Tuesday, February 25 at 7 p.m. in the Abney Cultural Center Auditorium.…
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Hospice of Laurens County Thrift Store Now Open Saturdays!
February 17, 2025
The Hospice of Laurens County Thrift Store, a hidden gem for bargain hunters and a vital supporter of hospice care in our community, has announced new hours of operation, now…
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Limitless Purpose offers opportunities for children
February 17, 2025
As Limitless Purpose celebrates its 5th anniversary, the organization has announced two opportunities for children and families: Limitless Learner Summer Incentive Awards and the annual free Family Celebration event in…
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Design/Development Review Commission | Thursday, February 20, 2025
February 17, 2025
On Thursday, February 20, 2025, the Design/Development Review Commission meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Members of the public and/or…
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School District Five teacher selected for prestigious learning opportunity
February 17, 2025
Spring Hill High School teacher Marc Turner was selected for a prestigious learning opportunity to study the lives and service of an American Veteran with National History Day® (NHD) and the American Battle…
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City of Charleston launching mini grant applications in Ardmore Sherwood Forest
February 17, 2025
Charleston was selected to receive neighborhood improvement mini-grant funding, technical assistance, embedded staff, an AmeriCorps VISTA, and support from innovation experts. The City of Charleston is spreading the love this…
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Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. to host annual Youth Symposium
February 17, 2025
WHO: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, Iota Omicron Sigma Chapter, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. WHAT: The Iota Omicron Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamm Rho Sorority, Inc. will…
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Stay Safe Online: Learn Cybersecurity Tips at the Laurens Library
February 17, 2025
In an age where digital threats are on the rise, knowing how to protect your personal information is more important than ever. The Laurens Library invites the community to a…
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Palmetto State Teachers Association Hosts Legislative Hill Day to Advocate for Educators and Students
February 17, 2025
On Wednesday, February 4, 2025 Palmetto State Teachers Association hosted the Palmetto State School Counselor Association for a Legislative Hill Day event at the South Carolina State House in Columbia. …
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SC Lawmakers Visit South-West Border, Meet with SC National Guard Soldiers including Laurens-Based National Guard Unit
February 17, 2025
South Carolina Representatives Doug Gilliam, Richie Yow, Bill Taylor, and Cody Mitchell, along with South Carolina Adjutant General Major General Van McCarty, SC National Guard Director of the Joint Staff…
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Clinton Writers Group
February 17, 2025
Clinton Writers Group Clinton, SC—The Clinton Writers Group meets on February 26, 11:30 am at the First Presbyterian Church of Clinton. (410 E Carolina Ave, Clinton, SC 29325) Come join…
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Eight Clinton Wrestlers Qualify for State Championships
February 17, 2025
The Clinton Red Devils wrestling team made a strong showing at the Individual Upper State Championships on Saturday, with eight wrestlers earning spots in the state tournament. The competition, held…
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Build a Sweet Structure at the Laurens Library!
February 16, 2025
Young builders with a sweet tooth are in for a fun challenge at the Laurens Library! Children ages 6 to 10 are invited to join the Kids Club on February…
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Annual Lake Greenwood Cleanup Set for March 8
February 16, 2025
Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB) and Keep Greenwood County Beautiful (KGCB) are teaming up once again for the Annual Lake Greenwood Cleanup, scheduled for Saturday, March 8, from 9:00 a.m.…
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Friends of the Library Present Chautauqua History Comes Alive: Mary Draper Ingles, Wilderness Survivor
February 16, 2025
The Friends of the Laurens County Library are pleased to present: History Comes Alive: Mary Ingles, Wilderness Survivor (1755) – a Chautauqua Presentation Location: Laurens Library, 1017 West Main Street,…
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Clinton Police Department Hosts Open Hiring Day on February 19
February 16, 2025
The Clinton Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join its ranks and serve the community. On Wednesday, February 19, the department will host an Open Hiring Day, providing…
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Piecing Together the Past: Letters and Diaries Shed Light on Revolutionary War Soldiers
February 16, 2025
Amidst the chaos of battle and musket fire, Patriot soldiers fought for freedom not just with weapons, but with relentless effort and ingenuity. They dug trenches through hard red clay…
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District 10 Commander Wayne Hipp Recognized for 10 Years of Service
February 16, 2025
At the recent Copeland-Davidson Post 56 monthly meeting, District 10 Commander Wayne Hipp was honored for a decade of dedication to the American Legion. Post 56 Commander Rossi Hanna presented…
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Mountville’s Jonathan Walker Crowned Lander University’s 2025 Homecoming King
February 16, 2025
Lander University crowned the 2025 Homecoming King and Queen during Saturday’s Homecoming games. Jonathan Walker is a senior business administration major with an emphasis in IT management from Mountville, representing…
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South Carolina Aquarium Enlists United States Coast Guard’s Assistance in Release of Five Endangered Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtles
February 15, 2025
Release Included Smallest Sea Turtle Patient Admitted in Aquarium History Love was in the air this week as Valentine’s Day approached, but it was also in the waves as the…
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Veterans Last Patrol Expands Outreach: Speaker Addresses American Legion Post 56
February 15, 2025
At the February 11th regular meeting of American Legion Copeland-Davidson Post 56, guest speaker Mike Ware shared insights about the Veterans Last Patrol program, which provides companionship and support to…
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Blue Hose Go Back-to-Back in Season Opening Doubleheader against Georgetown
February 15, 2025
The Presbyterian College baseball team (2-0) opened their season on a high note with a pair of wins over the Georgetown Hoyas (0-2) on Friday evening. GAME ONE Final Score: Presbyterian…
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Join Greer Relief for a meaningful morning at OurNeighborhood Breakfast
February 14, 2025
Greer Relief & Resources Agency invites the community to come together for the Neighborhood Breakfast on Tuesday, March 25, from 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM at Memorial United Methodist Church,…
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How to make your house more energy efficient
February 14, 2025
By Chad Charles As a fourth generation home builder, I know how important it is to create a home that is not only beautiful, but also energy efficient. Residents of…
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Beat the Winter Blues at EdVenture
February 14, 2025
When the weather is dreary, the kids are out of school, and the cabin fever kicks in, there’s no better place to bring the family than EdVenture! This February, EdVenture…
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Columbia World Affairs Council merges with Columbia Council for Internationals
February 14, 2025
The merger expands regional capacities to host international leaders & students and to connect with more American professionals & families in the Midlands The Columbia World Affairs Council (CWAC) announces…
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Nexton announces grand opening of Publix grocery store
February 14, 2025
Nexton, the most innovative and walkable community in South Carolina, announced the opening of a new Publix grocery store, a national supermarket chain known for its quality products and noteworthy…
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Tickets for Hootie & The Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am go on sale February 17
February 14, 2025
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – One of golf’s most celebrated charity events, the Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am, returns to Barefoot Resort’s Dye Course April 14. Fans…
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Over 350 S.C. Cooperative Extension professionals donate supplies to Rapid Shelter Columbia as part of the statewide conference
February 14, 2025
More than 350 Cooperative Extension professionals from across South Carolina came together for a statewide service project to support Rapid Shelter Columbia during the second biennial South Carolina Joint Cooperative…
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Tickets now available for Community Foundation of the Lowcountry’s Annual Community Meeting – March 26 at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
February 14, 2025
Community Foundation of the Lowcountry (CFL) announced that tickets are now available for its Annual Community Meeting! The Annual Community Meeting takes place on March 26, 2025 from 4:30-6:30 pm…
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Denmark Technical College announces new vice president for student affairs
February 14, 2025
Denmark Technical College announce Dr. JL Porter as the new Vice President for Student Affairs. With over 17 years of distinguished service in public and private universities and community colleges,…
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Lexington Two Schools recertified by the Arts in Basic Curriculum Institute
February 14, 2025
Lexington Two’s Saluda River Academy for the Arts and Busbee Creative Arts Academy have been recertified as ABC Certified Schools by the Arts in Basic Curriculum Institute for exemplary efforts…
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The Forgotten Rain Porch
February 14, 2025
By Tom Poland A reader and friend, Zilphy DuRant of Florence, South Carolina mailed me a letter and clipping from The Post and Courier about an architectural feature I’d…
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Presbyterian Baseball Opening Day time changed to 1 PM
February 14, 2025
Due to the projected forecast, Presbyterian College baseball will now open their season with a doubleheader against Georgetown on Friday, February 14. The first game is scheduled to start at…
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How honor Health Career Programs in the Upstate are shaping the future of healthcare careers
February 13, 2025This February marks a remarkable milestone for Honor Health Career Programs (HHCP) — their fifth anniversary. What started as a local non-profit in Greenville in 2020, has now turned into a…
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Tickets on Sale NOW: Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast benefitting the Big Red Barn Retreat
February 13, 2025
Proudly Presented by The Folline King Group at Merrill Lynch, a Bank of America Company The Big Red Barn Retreat announced the 3rd annual Southern Shuckdown Charity Oyster Roast, presented…
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ECSC Sports wins governor’s cup award for rivals in Red Tour
February 13, 2025
Experience Columbia SC Sports won the coveted Governor’s Cup Award Tuesday for the Rivals in Red Tour that brought in 70,000 visitors and soccer fans from across the globe to…
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Greenville Triumph and Liberty launch U20 Pre-Pro Pathways in USL Academy League
February 13, 2025
New USL Academy League teams to provide elite development opportunities for Upstate soccer talent The Greenville Triumph and Greenville Liberty soccer clubs announced significant enhancements to their academy programs. The…
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C.A. Johnson High becomes first Midlands school to offer Prisma Health’s MedEx Academy program
February 13, 2025
Prisma Health has expanded its MedEx Academy program to C.A. Johnson High School, which becomes the first school in the Midlands to offer the program. MedEx Academy is a one-of-a-kind…
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Prisma Health Children’s Hospital–Midlands hosts classes for children suffering the loss of a loved one
February 13, 2025
One in 9 children in South Carolina will experience the death of a parent or sibling by the age of 18. Processing that grief, especially the loss of a loved one,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson fully supports Section 504 school accommodations for children
February 13, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson assures parents whose children rely on “Section 504” accommodations in school that nothing is changing, and your child’s accommodations are not going away. “My…
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94 acres of vital Johns Island farmland protected
February 13, 2025
On January 28, Lowcountry Land Trust announced the acquisition of Grayson Oaks, a 94-acre property on Johns Island. This transformative purchase addresses South Carolina’s agricultural land loss crisis while protecting…
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Little Fee Tract easement strengthens ACE Basin
February 13, 2025
Lowcountry Land Trust announced the conservation of the Little Fee Tract, permanently protecting 314 acres in the ACE Basin. The fully donated conservation easement, with 1.77 miles of direct river…
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NAI Columbia’s Kelly Chambers Team close $2.68 million sale for target anchored shopping center
February 13, 2025
NAI Columbia’s Kelly Chambers Team, consisting of Ben Kelly, CCIM, and Patrick Chambers, successfully closed the $2.68 million sale of a ±27-acre site on Augusta Highway in Lexington, South Carolina.…
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A great day to reach out
February 13, 2025
By Jeff Becraft Last Saturday, I got up and I just didn’t feel that great. Something was off. I thought maybe it was my sugar levels were off or…
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DP3 Architects, Ltd. welcomes two new team members
February 13, 2025
DP3 Architects announced the addition of two new team members to the firm, Brian Moulder and Seth Forrester. Brian received his Bachelor of Architecture from Clemson University in 2022. He…
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America the Beautiful on full display at Upcountry History Museum
February 13, 2025
Visitors will be transported to treasured landscapes across the country in “Clyde Butcher’s America the Beautiful” exhibition opening at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, on…
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The Ideal Life partners with Turn90 to launch transformational leadership development program
February 13, 2025
The Ideal Life Foundation has announced a new partnership with Turn90, a South Carolina-based nonprofit dedicated to breaking the cycle of incarceration, to launch a 12-week leadership development program designed…
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Stokes & Company welcomes Saad & Manios clients and team
February 13, 2025Stokes & Company, CPAs, a trusted accounting and advisory firm serving businesses and individuals across Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina, welcomed the clients and team of Saad &…
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