Laurens City Council Receives SAFE Designation Recognition, Moves Forward on Key Ordinances
November 19, 2025
At its regular meeting on Tuesday, November 18, Laurens City Council received significant recognition and moved forward on a full agenda of municipal business, including holiday preparations, financial ordinances, and…
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Celebrating 40 Years of Safety, Hope, and Healing: Laurens County Safe Home Invites the Community to Give Thanks for Safety
November 19, 2025
This Thanksgiving season, Laurens County Safe Home is marking a significant milestone—40 years of providing safety, shelter, and compassionate support to survivors of domestic violence. Since 1985, the organization has…
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Deadline Approaches for Teachers to Register for “Dear Mr. Treasurer” Activity
November 19, 2025
The South Carolina State Treasurer’s Office is issuing a final call for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teachers to register their classrooms for the “Dear Mr. Treasurer” financial literacy activity.…
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South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announces Angels for 2025
November 19, 2025
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced the Angels of 2025. Secretary Hammond honored this year’s ten Angel charities in a ceremony at the Edgar Brown Building on the…
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Community Encouraged to Attend Laurens County Land Use & Zoning Task Force Meeting on November 20
November 19, 2025
Laurens County residents are encouraged to attend the upcoming Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting…
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Governor Henry McMaster and the First Family Announce the 59th Annual Governor’s Carolighting
November 19, 2025
Sarah Kay Wrenn, Miss South Carolina 2025, to Emcee Event Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster will celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the 59th Annual…
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Laurens County 8U All-Stars Set for a Big Week With Presbyterian College and State Title Prep
November 19, 2025
The Laurens County 8U All Star football team is gearing up for an unforgettable week as they prepare for their state title run. Comprised of talented young players from both…
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Blue Hose Offering $10 Tickets for Final Home Game This Saturday
November 19, 2025
Blue Hose fans have one more chance to cheer on their team at Bailey Memorial Stadium this season, and PC is saying “thank you” with a special offer for supporters.…
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Presbyterian College Orchestra & String Quartet to Present Classical Program on November 20
November 19, 2025
Music lovers are invited to an evening of exceptional classical performance as the Presbyterian College Orchestra and String Quartet take the stage on Thursday, November 20, at 7:30 p.m. in…
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What You Need to Know About Apple’s New Mobile ID Feature
November 18, 2025
As digital services continue to expand, Apple has introduced an enhanced Mobile ID feature inside the Apple Wallet—allowing users to store a secure, digital version of their driver’s license or…
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As the Season of Giving Arrives, Your Spare Change Can Warm a Heart
November 18, 2025
With the holiday season upon us and colder weather in the forecast, the Laurens Commission of Public Works (CPW) is reemphasizing its ongoing Community Change program—a simple, powerful way for…
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Christmas for Kids Applications Still Open — Don’t Miss the Deadline
November 18, 2025
There’s still time for Laurens County families to sign up for the annual Christmas for Kids program, an initiative of the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office that ensures local children experience…
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Robert “Bus” Baker Announced as Presbyterian’s Head Cross Country Coach
November 18, 2025
Presbyterian College Blue Hose Director of Athletics Dee Nichols has announced the hiring of Robert “Bus” Baker as the head coach of Presbyterian’s cross country programs. Baker was an All-Big…
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Ethan Collins Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week
November 17, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, November 14th, the Player of the week is Laurens Academy quarterback Ethan Collins. Collins is…
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Holiday Open House at Tapestry: Sip, Shop, and Celebrate Cate’s Next Adventure
November 17, 2025
Tapestry is kicking off the holiday season in style with a festive Holiday Open House on Wednesday, November 19, and the community is invited to join the fun. From creating Christmas wish lists…
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Gov. Henry McMaster, SCDEW Announce Tax Rate Cuts for South Carolina Businesses
November 17, 2025
South Carolina Businesses To Save $40 Million Governor Henry McMaster and S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) Executive Director William Floyd today announced that South Carolina’s unemployment insurance (UI)…
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Lander Chamber Orchestra, University Singers to Perform
November 17, 2025
The Department of Music at Lander University invites the community to join the Lander Chamber Orchestra and University Singers for a concert Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m., in the…
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A New Beginning Farm: Faith, Family, and Fresh Starts Fuel a Growing Laurens County Business
November 17, 2025
A New Beginning Farm may have started with a single act of kindness, but over the past decade it has blossomed into one of Laurens County’s most creative, personalized, and…
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Laurens County Resident Honored with Life Saving Award from Newberry Fire Department
November 16, 2025
Laurens County resident Sr. Engineer Hastings Stewart was honored with the Life Saving Award by the Newberry Fire Department during a recognition program held on Thursday, November 13, 2025. The…
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After Hours at Break on the Lake Brings Together Greenwood and Laurens County Chambers
November 16, 2025
Members of the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce and the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce will come together for a special joint networking event, After Hours at Break on the Lake,…
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The True Spirit of Christmas Shines on Woodlawn Drive
November 16, 2025
The true spirit of Christmas is alive and well in Laurens, thanks to two young neighbors whose holiday kindness made a big impact. On Woodlawn Drive, friends Whit Buhrmaster and…
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Help the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office Make Christmas Brighter for Local Families
November 16, 2025
‘Tis the season for giving, and the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is once again collecting toys and gifts to bring joy to children and families in need this Christmas. Each…
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Pink Friday at LushAcres Farm Market Brings a Festive Start to Holiday Shopping
November 16, 2025
LushAcres Farm Market is kicking off the holiday season in style with a special Pink Friday celebration on Friday, November 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event invites…
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Big Air Laurens Kicks Off Holiday Savings with Pink Friday Event
November 14, 2025
Big Air Laurens is giving locals a head start on holiday savings with one of its biggest promotions of the year — Pink Friday, happening Thursday, November 21. Instead of…
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Thrive Laurens County Hosts Community Listening Session Nov. 18
November 14, 2025
THRIVE Laurens County will host a free Community Listening Session on Tuesday, November 18, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Christ Central Mission Station in Joanna. The venue is listed as 710…
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From Pay Raise to Pay Cut: S.C. Supreme Court Halts Lawmakers’ Salary Increase
November 14, 2025
The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned a controversial legislative pay increase approved earlier this year, ruling that the measure violated the state constitution and effectively cutting lawmakers’ pay rather…
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Sunny Meadow Boutique Invites the Community to Help Grow Its Canned Food Christmas Tree
November 14, 2025
Sunny Meadow Boutique owner Shannon Walker is spreading holiday cheer with a creative twist on giving back — a “Canned Food Christmas Tree” that’s growing right in the shop window…
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Gov. Henry McMaster: Charleston Harbor Saved from Environmental Disaster
November 12, 2025
USS Yorktown Clean-Up Completed – 1.6 Million Gallons of Toxic Waste Removed Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by the South Carolina Office of Resilience (SCOR) to announce the completion…
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New Miss Lander Discovers Welcoming Community after Transfer to Campus
November 12, 2025
Haleigh Tomlin, the new Miss Lander 2025, arrived on campus last year as a transfer student. Unsure of how the new campus might be a fit for her and her…
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Kipp Group Establishing US Headquarters in Laurens County
November 12, 2025
$12.2 million investment will create 19 new jobs Kipp Group, an alliance of German companies, today announced it is establishing its U.S. headquarters in Laurens County. The company’s $12.2 million…
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The Timeless Elegance of the Harp: Kipper Ackerman Brings Classic Grace to Every Occasion
November 12, 2025
The graceful tones of a harp have long been associated with beauty, refinement, and a touch of magic—and South Carolina harpist Kipper Ackerman embodies each of those qualities in her…
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Dailey Finishes in Top Eight at SCHSL State Singles Tournament
November 12, 2025
Junior Libby Dailey delivered an impressive performance at the SCHSL State Singles Tournament held November 10–11, 2025, representing Region 3 AA among a field of thirty-two athletes selected from the…
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Eastside Elementary to Host Holiday Craft Fair and Holiday Market on November 16
November 11, 2025
Eastside Elementary School will kick off the holiday season early with its annual Holiday Craft Fair and Eastside Holiday Market on Sunday, November 16, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. The…
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Thanksgiving Sweetens a Local Effort to Support the First United Methodist Food Pantry
November 11, 2025
A local baking business, Sweet on Occasion, is turning generosity into something a little sweeter this Thanksgiving season. Sweet on Occasion, located inside the Sanitary Market on the Square, is…
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Shop Local First this Holiday Season: Choosing Community with Intention
November 11, 2025
Laurens County—As the holiday rush begins, the Laurens County Buzz is encouraging residents to put local small businesses at the top of their shopping lists. When neighbors choose local first—before…
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Presbyterian College’s “Tartan Threads” Career Closet Seeks Donations of Professional Attire
November 11, 2025
Presbyterian College is calling on the community to help Blue Hose students make strong first impressions at interviews, career fairs, conferences, and other professional events. The college’s career closet, Tartan…
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Broad Street After Dark: Clinton Shop Hosts Evening of Local Flavor and Vintage Finds
November 11, 2025
Broad Street Antiques & Vintage Finds is opening its doors for a special after-hours shopping experience on Wednesday, November 19, from 5–7 p.m. at 204 N. Broad Street in Clinton.…
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Give Thanks, Not Illnesses: DPH Encourages Vaccinations Ahead of Thanksgiving, Holiday Season
November 11, 2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. – As South Carolinians prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving and the entire holiday season with friends and family, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) reminds everyone to…
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Laurens County Council Advances Two Major Economic Development Projects
November 11, 2025
At Monday night’s Laurens County Council meeting, members welcomed newly appointed Laurens County Administrator Jerre Threatt, who officially began his role on November 3 following his appointment in October. Threatt…
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A Heart for Service: Lander Lecturer’s Military Career Helps to Shape Education of Nurses
November 11, 2025
Lori Stone has built her career on service, both in uniform and in the classroom. Before guiding future nurses at Lander University through the complexities of patient care, Stoneserved in…
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Javen ‘Zoom’ Cook Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week After Dominant Playoff Performance
November 10, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, November 7th, the Player of the week is Clinton High School running back Javen Cook.…
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Remembering All Who Serve – Veterans and Their Families
November 10, 2025
By Brenda Stewart, Publisher Last week, I had the pleasure of attending Marchant Real Estate’s quarterly networking lunch in Greenville, SC. With Veterans Day approaching, veterans were recognized, and the…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center to Host November Diaper Drive-Thru in Clinton
November 10, 2025
The Upstate Pregnancy Center will hold its next diaper drive-thru on Tuesday, November 11, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in downtown Clinton. The event will take place in the…
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CHS Junior Mia Carles Makes School History with State Golf Championship Win
November 10, 2025
The A/AA State Girls Golf Championship was held Tuesday, October 28, at Chester Golf Club, concluding a weather-altered event that proved historic for Clinton High School. Originally scheduled as a…
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Clinton City Council Approves Multiple Proclamations and Takes Action on Key Development Items
November 10, 2025
At its regular monthly meeting on November 3, the City of Clinton unanimously approved a series of proclamations recognizing important health observances and community initiatives taking place throughout November. Council…
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Dick Harpootlian launches Dig Me a Grave book tour
November 9, 2025
Tour begins Dec. 16 in Columbia, SC, the city where Donald “Pee Wee” Gaskins, South Carolina’s most prolific killer and the book’s protagonist, was put to death nearly 35 years…
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SCETV explores aging and caregiving in new episode of Impact South Carolina and live episode of Palmetto Perspectives
November 9, 2025
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) announced the premiere of a new episode of IMPACT South Carolina as well as an opportunity for the public to be part of the live studio audience…
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Presbyterian College Chamber Winds & Wind Ensemble to Present “Hot & Cold” Concert on November 13
November 9, 2025
The Presbyterian College Chamber Winds and Wind Ensemble will present their fall concert, Hot & Cold, on Thursday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Belk Auditorium. The performance, conducted by…
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Medicare and Marketplace Open Enrollment: Guidance from Laura Anastasio Moore
November 9, 2025
Open Enrollment for Medicare and the Health Insurance Marketplace is underway, bringing new plans, shifting benefits, and important decisions for individuals and families. With so many changes this year, navigating…
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Fueling the Future: Deans Use Breakfast Time to Connect with Students
November 9, 2025
By Graham Duncan How well do college students get to know their academic administration? Many may struggle to build relationships with the faculty and staff in their degree programs, but…
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