Laurens Electric Monday Morning Power Restoration Update
October 7, 2024
As of Monday at 8:00 a.m., 6,105 of our members (or 9%) remain without power. We are in the most difficult and time-consuming phase of the restoration process. Although crews…
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After a Long Wait and Storm Delays, the Show Must Go On—and What a Show It Will Be!
October 7, 2024
Following delays caused by the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Laurens County Community Theater (LCCT) is excited to announce that their highly anticipated production of Snow White and the Prince is finally…
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Debris Removal in Laurens County Set to Begin Week of October 14, 2024, as SCDOT Continues Recovery Efforts
October 7, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Transportation continues to clear trees, reopen roadways and assist utility crews with their operations. As that wraps up, our attention turns to cleaning storm debris…
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Seventeen Laurens County School District 55 Educators Earn their Master’s Degree in Education on Diverse Learning
October 7, 2024
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is honored to celebrate seventeen of its educators who earned a Master’s Degree in Education on Diverse Learning from Lander University. One of…
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PC Falls to Toreros After 87-Yard Scoop & Score in OT
October 7, 2024
The Presbyterian College football team never trailed at any point in regulation on Saturday afternoon against the San Diego Toreros, although a 26-yard touchdown pass with eight seconds left and…
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Laurens Electric Sunday Evening Update
October 6, 2024
As of Sunday at 8:00 p.m., 6,849 of our members (or 10%) of our members remain without power. We are in the most difficult phase of the rebuilding and restoration…
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Status Update on Laurens County Recovery from Hurricane Helene
October 6, 2024
As of October 6, Laurens County continues its recovery efforts from the impacts of Hurricane Helene, with various aspects of community infrastructure returning to stability. County Administrator Thomas Higgs provided…
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Clinton Community Garden to Celebrate Community Resilience at ‘Gathering in the Garden’ Party on October 14th
October 6, 2024
In the midst of the ongoing clean-up from the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene, the Clinton Community Garden feels now is the perfect time to come together for our annual…
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Sonny Ledda Retires as Clinton Police Chief, Begins New Role as Laurens County Emergency Management Director
October 6, 2024
By staff reporter On Friday at 3:15 PM, Chief Sonny Ledda made his final call with the City of Clinton, marking the end of a 25+ year law enforcement career…
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South Carolina Extends Voter Registration Deadline Due to Historic Storm
October 6, 2024
South Carolina citizens now have additional time to register to vote ahead of the 2024 General Election, following a court order extending the voter registration deadline to Monday, October 14.…
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Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline Open for Assistance
October 6, 2024
Residents impacted by Hurricane Helene can now call the Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline at (844) 965-1386 for help with cleanup efforts. The hotline is designed to connect those in need…
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FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Team in Laurens County
October 6, 2024
A FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) team is set up at The Ridge, located at 301 Exchange Drive in Laurens. The DSA team will be available on Sunday, October 6,…
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Laurens County Issues Statement on FEMA Emergency Declaration Exclusion
October 5, 2024
Laurens, South Carolina, October 4, 2024: Since the beginning of one of the most catastrophic storms in the history of Laurens County, County staff and personnel have worked around the…
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Laurens Electric Saturday Morning Update
October 5, 2024
As of Saturday at 9:00 a.m., 12,715 members remain without power. Service has been restored to 51,151 members, representing 81% of our member-base. We are entering the most difficult phase…
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Upcoming Historical Lecture: Brigadier General James Williams – The Most Ardent Patriot in Laurens County
October 4, 2024
On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., the Laurens County Museum will host renowned historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore as he delivers a compelling continuation of his lecture…
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Laurens Electric Friday Morning Update
October 4, 2024
As of Friday at 8:30 a.m., 16,337 members remain without power. Service has been restored to 47,525 members, representing 75% of our member-base. All 32 substations are back online. There…
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Lander University Closed Until Thursday, October 10
October 3, 2024Due to the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Helene, Lander University’s campus will remain closed until Thursday, Oct. 10. All classes, activities and sporting events are canceled during the closure. This…
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AT&T donates $300,000 to support communities affected by Hurricane Helene
October 3, 2024
AT&T is also supporting its employees affected by the disaster and is matching 100% of employee relief contributions to select organizations Key Takeaways: AT&T is contributing $300,000 to assist communities…
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FEMA specialists in South Carolina after Hurricane Helene
October 3, 2024
FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance crews are in South Carolina neighborhoods helping people apply for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Helene. DSA specialist wear FEMA attire and have federal photo identification badges.…
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SCRA announces new Member Companies and grant funding
October 2, 2024
JVPro, Qatalyst Health, and Storybutton were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. FSI Advanced Research, LifeTagger, Little Beeings, and SMPL-C received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies…
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Laurens County Recovery Efforts Continue After Historic Storm
October 2, 2024
The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has prompted an unprecedented response effort in Laurens County. As the county transitions from rescue operations to the recovery phase, local and state officials are…
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LCCT Adjusts Show Dates for ‘Snow White and the Prince’ Due to Hurricane Helene
October 2, 2024
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Laurens County Community Theater (LCCT) has announced changes to the production schedule for their highly anticipated performance of Snow White and the Prince. Originally…
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Lush Acres Farm and Market Fully Stocked After Storm
October 2, 2024
Lush Acres Farm and Market is now fully stocked and ready to serve the community following the recent storm. Shoppers will find a wide variety of fresh produce and local…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce names W. Tobin Cassels III 2024 Business Leader of the Year
October 2, 2024
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced Southeastern Freight Lines President W. ‘Tobin’ Cassels III as the 2024 recipient of the organization’s annual Business Leader of the Year…
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Upstate Pregnancy Center Urgently Calls for Diaper Donations Ahead of Upcoming Drive Thru Event
October 2, 2024
The Upstate Pregnancy Center has issued an urgent call for diaper donations in preparation for its upcoming diaper drive-thru events, scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, and most likely another on…
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Wells Fargo donates more than $1 million for Hurricane Helene disaster relief
October 2, 2024
Funding to benefit communities across the region with support for temporary shelter, supplies and other recovery needs As communities across the Southeast grapple with the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene,…
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Laurens County Mobilizes Unified Recovery Efforts Following Devastation from Hurricane Helene
October 2, 2024
Laurens County continues to make significant strides in its storm recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, which impacted the area on Friday. Laurens County Emergency Management remains at OPCON 1, with…
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SCETV launches new digital series, Now We’re Cookin’ on Oct. 8
October 2, 2024
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) welcomes Now We’re Cookin’ with Chef Lauren Furey to its digital line-up of content. The show celebrates makers and creators, from farmers to fishermen, to butchers and beekeepers.…
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LushAcres Fall Festival Delayed by One Week: Free Community Day This Saturday
October 2, 2024
As our community recovers from severe storm damage across the area, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone this year’s Fall Festival, Corn Maze, and Scary Corn Maze After Dark…
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Laurens County Opens Point of Distribution for Storm Recovery Supplies
October 2, 2024
A Point of Distribution (POD) for storm recovery supplies is now open at 105 Bolt Drive in Laurens, located in the Voter Registration parking lot. The POD operates as a…
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Laurens Electric – Wednesday Morning Update
October 2, 2024
As of Wednesday at 8 a.m., power has been restored to 36,227 members, representing 57% of our member-base. 22 of 32 substations are back online. The number of broken power…
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Update From Laurens Mayor Senn – Evening of Tuesday October 1st
October 1, 2024
Here’s the latest update on our city’s post-storm recovery efforts as we work to return things to “normal.” 1) Trash Pick-Up Success: Despite storm debris along the roadsides and partial…
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National Guard Supports Laurens County in Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
October 1, 2024
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, recovery efforts in Laurens County are ongoing, now bolstered by the support of the South Carolina Army National Guard, led by Col. William Matheny.…
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Laurens Electric – Tuesday Night Update
October 1, 2024
As of Tuesday at 8 p.m., power has been restored to 35,743 members, representing 56% of our member-base. 22 of 32 substations are back online. The number of broken power…
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Laurens Electric – Tuesday Afternoon Update
October 1, 2024
As of Tuesday at 5 P.m., power has been restored to 32,501 members, representing 51% of our member-base. 20 of 32 substations are back online. Reports we’ve received estimate transmission…
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Wind Damage from Tropical Storm Helene: Insights from the US National Weather Service – Greenville Spartanburg
October 1, 2024
In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, many residents in the western Carolinas and northeast Georgia have reported extensive wind damage to trees, power infrastructure, and structures. The US National…
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Charleston Public Safety and National Guard Aid Laurens County in Storm Recovery Efforts, As Local Officials Continue Damage Assessments
October 1, 2024
Yesterday, Charleston Public Safety deployed its Unified Mobile Command post here to assist our community in the wake of recent storm damage. The National Guard has also been present. These…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond urges donors to give smart as the Southeast recovers from Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024
South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond cautioned donors to practice wise charitable giving as the Southeast begins to recover and rebuild from Hurricane Helene. “The people of South Carolina,…
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Laurens Police Department Postpones National Night Out Due to Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024
The Laurens Police Department, in partnership with public safety officials, has announced the postponement of its annual National Night Out originally scheduled for October 1, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene.…
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SC Forestry Commission Issues 20-County Burning Ban
September 30, 2024
Outdoor burning restriction stretches from Aiken to Richland to York counties, westward The South Carolina Forestry Commission has issued a State Forester’s Burning Ban for 20 counties, effective at 6…
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Fountain Inn Community Update – September 30
September 30, 2024
Please see the important updates below regarding Hurricane Helene’s impacts on Fountain Inn. Please note that these are subject to change. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS DAMAGED Here’s what to do…
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Laurens 55 to Transition to E-Learning Due to Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024
In response to the disruptions caused by Hurricane Helene, Laurens 55 has announced that students will transition to E-Learning from Monday, September 30, through Wednesday, October 2, 2024. This decision…
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Gov. Henry McMaster’s Federal Major Disaster Declaration Approved
September 30, 2024Governor Henry McMaster announced that South Carolina’s September 28 request for an Expedited Major Presidential Disaster Declaration to provide federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts in response…
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Laurens County Launches Damage Assessment Efforts Following Severe Storm; Public Assistance and Supplies Available This Week
September 30, 2024
After working non-stop through the weekend ensuring life and safety needs were attended to, Laurens County officials, staff, and volunteers gathered today to coordinate the initial property damage assessment process…
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Laurens County Water & Sewer Commission Reassures Residents of Safe Drinking Water Post-Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, rumors have been circulating throughout the Upstate concerning the safety and availability of drinking water. The Laurens County Water & Sewer Commission (LCWSC) has…
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Hurricane Helene Recovery Update From Myron Wilkins Thornwell President and CEO
September 30, 2024
Anna and I are thankful for your prayers as Thornwell recovers from the devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene. We are thankful that we were able to get electrical service…
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Navigating Intersections Safely After Hurricane Helene: Important Highway Protocol for Power Outages
September 30, 2024
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, communities across the Upstate are grappling with ongoing power outages, making it crucial to revisit some essential highway protocols for navigating intersections safely. With…
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Update from Laurens Electric: Power Restoration Progress and Duke Energy’s Estimate for Extended Repairs
September 30, 2024
As of Monday at 10 a.m., Laurens Electric Cooperative has restored power to 27,242 members, representing 43% of its member base. Crews worked tirelessly overnight, restoring power to an additional…
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Squealin’ on the Square Postponed Due to Hurricane Helene Impact
September 30, 2024
The 24th Annual Squealin’ on the Square, originally set for Friday and Saturday, October 4th and 5th, has been postponed due to the historic and lingering impact of Hurricane Helene.…
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Wild Birds of Laurens County Lecture Postponed to October 15
September 30, 2024
The Wild Birds of Laurens County lecture by local wildlife expert and photographer Gene Ott, originally scheduled for October 1 at the Laurens County Museum, has been postponed. The event…
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