September 30 Hurricane Ian AM update

  September 30, 2022

September 30 Hurricane Ian AM Update City of Charleston Experiencing Impacts of Hurricane Ian, Residents Urged to Stay Home Charleston, S.C. – The city of Charleston is now experiencing the early…

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First Community Bank announces seminar for minority businesses

  September 30, 2022

First Community Bank is pleased to host the “Access to Capital for Minority Businesses” seminar on October 12, 2022, from 9:00am – 11:30am at Columbia International University. Peter Shand, President…

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Winar Connection, Inc. establishing operations in Spartanburg County

  September 29, 2022

$5 million investment creating 50 new jobs Winar Connection, Inc. (Winar Connection), a manufacturer of custom cable products, announced plans to establish operations in Spartanburg County. The company’s $5 million…

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Courage is not the absence of fear

  September 29, 2022

By Jeff Becraft   Walter Payton was one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. At one point, he was the all-time leader in rushing yards until Emmitt Smith…

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Hurricane Ian Expected to Make Landfall in South Carolina

  September 29, 2022

The National Hurricane Center recently issued a hurricane warning for portions of the South Carolina coast. Forecasters now believe Ian, which is currently a tropical storm, will make landfall somewhere…

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UofSC Columbia Campus to close Friday

  September 29, 2022

Due to anticipated inclement weather associated with Tropical Storm Ian, all classes scheduled for the Columbia campus for Friday, Sept. 30 are canceled, including all in-person and virtual classes. As…

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State agencies preparing for potential impact from Hurricane Ian

  September 29, 2022

On September 28, Governor Henry McMaster signed an Executive Order 2022-28 declaring a state of emergency and activating the state’s emergency operations plan, which enables state agencies to prepare for…

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The Pull Of The Macon Music Scene

  September 29, 2022
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   I find my mind drifting back to Macon, and then I find myself driving kudzu-bordered roads. Macon, Georgia sits in the middle of Georgia. It’s not…

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Laurens 55 Announces e-Learning for Friday

  September 29, 2022

Due to the threat of high winds and heavy rain associated with Hurricane Ian, Laurens County School District 55 will shift to eLearning for Friday, September 30.  All district schools…

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Restaurant Week Midlands begins this week!

  September 29, 2022

South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association to Celebrate Local Flavors During Restaurant Week Midlands The tastiest time of the year is here! Food lovers will want to claim a spot…

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City of Laurens Announces Early Closures for Friday

  September 29, 2022

  Due to the threat of high winds and heavy rain on Friday the City of Laurens will close the following City facilities at noon tomorrow: City Hall The Ridge

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Lander Adds Freshens to Dining Line-up

  September 29, 2022

Lines spilled out into the entryway of Lander University’s Grier Student Center on Monday, Sept. 19, as students tried to be among the first to get a taste of a…

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Laurens Police Department Welcomes Sgt. Anderson

  September 29, 2022

Laurens Police Chief Grounsell and the Laurens Police Department (LPD) have welcomed another new member to the team. Already a decorated officer, Sgt. Dominique Anderson is a prior Rookie of the…

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Five South Carolina schools named 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools

  September 28, 2022

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today recognized 297 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022, including five schools in South Carolina. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing…

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NP Strategy expands presence in the Carolinas

  September 28, 2022

NP Strategy (NPS+), a strategic communications firm providing crisis, media and public relations assistance, welcomes Denada Jackson to the growing team. Jackson, an award winning public relations expert with established…

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State Agencies Preparing for Potential Impact from Hurricane Ian

  September 28, 2022

Governor Henry McMaster today signed an Executive Order 2022-28 declaring a state of emergency and activating the state’s emergency operations plan, which enables state agencies to prepare for Hurricane Ian’s potential impact…

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LushAcres Fall Festival Modified Due to Hurricane Ian

  September 28, 2022

The much-anticipated 2nd Annual Fall Festival at LushAcres Farm is on hold. According to an announcement, due to the anticipated heavy rain and high winds expected in our area on…

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Hurricane Ian Delays Squealin’ on the Square One Week

  September 28, 2022

Main Street Laurens and officials from the City of Laurens have announced that the city’s annual fall barbeque festival, “Squealin’ on the Square,” has been rescheduled to take place next…

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Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium CEO announced

  September 28, 2022

William Blackford, Chairman of the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium Commission, announced that the Commission has selected Roger Newton as Chief Executive Officer of Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium effective October 3. “Roger’s extensive…

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The Institute for Child Success hires policy director

  September 28, 2022

The Institute for Child Success (ICS), an early childhood, nonprofit organization that uses applied policy and research to improve the outcomes of young children and their families, has brought on…

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Infinity Marketing promotes three media team members

  September 28, 2022

  Infinity Marketing, a fully integrated marketing agency in the Upstate, named Caroline Sievers and Darian Steele as Media Managers, and Simone Corpora as Senior Media Buyer. These promotions will…

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Engenius COO named 2022 Best and Brightest Under 35 honoree

  September 28, 2022

TJ Deluccia was selected as a 2022 Best and Brightest Under 35 honoree, an annual awards program hosted by Greenville Business magazine that honors outstanding young leaders for their professional…

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Setting the bar

  September 28, 2022

Yturria becomes first Hispanic officer to hold second-highest rank in the department’s 200-plus-year history By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Richland County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD) Deputy Chief Maria Yturria became the…

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DP3 Architects, Ltd. welcomes three new team members

  September 28, 2022

DP3 Architects, Ltd. announced the addition of Brittney Saitta, Austin Seay, and Daniel Kleban to the team. Brittney Saitta, NCIDQ joins DP3 Architects as the Hospitality Studio interior designer. Saitta…

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Attorney Bame joins Burnette Shutt & McDaniel

  September 28, 2022

South Carolina native Annie Day Bame has joined Burnette Shutt & McDaniel. She will focus her legal practice on employment law, civil rights law, and litigation. Before joining the firm,…

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LC GOP Meeting October 4 Will Address Election Integrity

  September 28, 2022

The Laurens County Republican Party will meet on Tuesday, October 4th at the Historic Laurens County Courthouse (downtown square). The meeting will begin with a reception from 6:00-6:30. The program…

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LC Public Library is Hiring

  September 28, 2022

The Laurens County Public Library is hiring a part-time assistant for the Laurens location. The position needed will work 25 hours a week (Wednesday – Saturday) with starting pay at…

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BPS CPAs names Ben Lynch partner

  September 28, 2022

Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS), announced that Ben Lynch, CPA, will be elevated to the firm’s leadership team as a partner effective January 1, 2023. He now assumes strategic…

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