September Yard & Garden Tips: Soil Testing, Overseeding, and Garden Cleanup
September 2, 2025
With cooler mornings and the first hints of fall color beginning to show, September marks a transitional time for lawns and gardens in Laurens County. This is the month to…
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Laurens County Cancer Association Launches “Fueling Hope” Campaign
September 2, 2025
The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) has announced the launch of its newest initiative, Fueling Hope, a campaign designed to ease one of the greatest challenges facing cancer patients in…
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SCAM ALERT: Google Warns Gmail Users of Rising Phishing Attacks
September 2, 2025
Google has issued a major security alert to its estimated 2.5 billion Gmail users, urging them to strengthen their account protections after a surge in phishing scams linked to the…
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Student Gains Across SC Ignited by Early Literacy Breakthroughs
September 2, 2025
South Carolina students continue to make real progress toward the state’s ambitious goal of having at least 75% of students performing at or above grade level by 2030, according to…
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Lander Introduces College of Nursing, Human Performance and Health Sciences
September 2, 2025
Lander University started the fall semester with newly restructured academic colleges, including the College of Nursing, Human Performance and Health Sciences. The strategic merging of programs under the newly formed…
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Laurens County School District 55 Reports Significant Growth in English Language Arts on 2024-25 State Assessments
September 2, 2025
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is continuing to build a 5-star culture of excellence and is proud to announce strong gains in student achievement on the 2024-25 South…
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Lander’s Franklin Rausch to Speak on Famous S.C. Revolutionary War Battle
September 2, 2025
Lander University invites the Greenwood and Lander communities to attend a talk on Tuesday, Sept. 23, by Dr. Franklin Rausch, a history professor at Lander University and a Revolutionary War…
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The Southern Bank announces Jaclyn Port as Vice President, Finance Officer
September 2, 2025
The Southern Bank, a South Carolina- and Georgia-based community bank, announced the appointment of Jaclyn Port as Vice President, Finance Officer. In this role, she will oversee the bank’s financial…
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HSB’s Sally Purnell named to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2025 Medical Malpractice ‘Power List’
September 2, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., announced that, for the second consecutive year, shareholder Sally Purnell has been named to the South Carolina Lawyers Weekly 2025 “Power List” for Medical Malpractice Law.…
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The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization announces new recipient, Amelia Hyman
September 2, 2025
The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization announced its latest scholarship recipient, Amelia Hyman, a first-year student at the University of Michigan. This scholarship—awarded twice annually in honor of the…
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Lowcountry Food Bank installs food lockers at its partner food pantry, Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church
September 2, 2025
Food Lockers Enable Neighbors Who Seek Food Assistance to Order and Access Healthy Food During Hours Convenient to Them Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that one of its partner…
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One Columbia unveils new headquarters at historic Keenan House with community open house
September 2, 2025
One Columbia announces the grand opening of its new headquarters at 801 Wildwood Avenue, within the iconic Keenan House, and invites the entire community to a celebratory Open House on September…
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MUSC receives $7 million from The Duke Endowment to expand care access and strengthen the health care workforce
September 2, 2025
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) has received three grants from The Duke Endowment totaling $7 million to support three initiatives aimed at improving maternal health, expanding access to…
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Greenville Technical College signs transfer agreement with WGU
September 2, 2025
With the recent signing of a transfer institution agreement, Greenville Technical College (GTC) graduates will now be able to seamlessly transfer to online Western Governors University (WGU) to continue pursuing…
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The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. announces the honorees for induction into the 2025 Hall of Fame
September 2, 2025The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. will host its 40th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the…
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Recovery Centers of America at Greenville adds new Medical Director
September 2, 2025
Dr. Jeffrey Harris appointed to lead clinical operations and advance recovery efforts in the Upstate. Recovery Centers of America (RCA) at Greenville announced today the addition of Dr. Jeffrey Harris as…
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Town of Hilton Head Island to host community meeting on Patterson Family Park plans
September 2, 2025
The Town of Hilton Head Island invites residents and stakeholders to a community meeting to see the latest plans and features for the future Patterson Family Park. The meeting will…
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Max Feild joins Colliers | South Carolina as Brokerage Associate in Greenville
September 2, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina is pleased to announce that Max Feild, MRED has joined its Greenville office as a Brokerage Associate. Feild earned a Bachelor of Arts in English literature…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q2 2025
September 2, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Download the full report. Columbia The arrow continues to point upwards for Columbia’s hospitality market, signaling robust demand growth. Market-wide,…
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Richland One announces Superintendent’s September Listening and Learning Sessions
September 2, 2025
Dr. Todd Walker, who began his tenure as Richland One’s superintendent July 1, will hold a series of informal sessions throughout the community to listen and learn from students, staff,…
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Step Right Up! Therapalooza returns in three weeks to benefit The Therapy Place
September 2, 2025
The clock is ticking! In just three weeks, Therapalooza: The Greatest Show in the Southeast returns for its 11th year, transforming the Goodman Building at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds into a…
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A Perfect Start Child Care to expand with second location in Pee Dee region
September 2, 2025
Rox Pollard Jr., John Gressette and Rox Pollard III of Colliers | South Carolina represented DaVita in the sublease of 1471 N. Cashua Drive in Florence, South Carolina to A Perfect…
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Town Theatre Unveils Complete 106th Season
September 2, 2025
Five shows, one century of tradition, and a season full of music, mystery and magic! Town Theatre is raising the curtain on its 106th season, continuing its legacy as the…
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Interim HealthCare expands to serve Midlands with compassionate in-home personal care
September 2, 2025
Interim HealthCare, a trusted name in home-based care since 1979, announced the expansion of its Personal Care services to Columbia and surrounding Midlands communities. This service helps older adults and…
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Anchor Investment Management’s senior relationship manager, Brian Blackwelder, earns prestigious IACCP ® compliance designation
September 2, 2025
Anchor Investment Management, LLC, a leading asset management firm based in Columbia, South Carolina, announced that Brian Blackwelder, CFP®, senior relationship manager, has earned the prestigious designation of Investment Adviser…
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Clinton’s Jaydon Glenn Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week
September 1, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on Friday, August 29th, the Player of the week is Clinton High School linebacker Jaydon Glenn. Jaydon…
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Laurens County Government is Hiring Across Multiple Departments
September 1, 2025
Laurens County Government is recruiting for several roles across public safety, planning, roads & bridges, parks & recreation, and facilities. Listings are updated on the County’s Paylocity portal; highlights below…
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Celebrating Five Years of Community Connection with the Buzz!
September 1, 2025
On September 1, 2020, a heartfelt spark ignited in Laurens County with the launch of The Laurens County Buzz—a media platform created to fill a void and give voice to…
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Laurens County GOP to Host Conversation with SC Treasurer Curtis Loftis and Honor First Responders
September 1, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will welcome South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis for a special community event on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The program, titled “A Conversation with SC…
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South Carolina’s New Hands-Free Driving Law Takes Effect
September 1, 2025
September 1, 2025 marks the start of South Carolina’s new Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act, designed to make roads safer by cutting down on distracted driving. What the Law Says…
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Keep the Midlands Beautiful 2025 lake sweep/river sweep registration due Friday, September 6
September 1, 2025
Registration is due this Friday, September 6 for Lake Sweep/River Sweep, an annual cleanup of Lake Murray and surrounding waterways. This event is coordinated by Keep the Midlands Beautiful (KMB)…
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Laurens District Genealogical Society Meeting Set for September 11
September 1, 2025
The Laurens District Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Laurens County Museum, located at 116 South Public Square in…
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Fall Festival Returns to LushAcres Farm & Market Every Saturday, Sept. 27–Oct. 25
September 1, 2025
LushAcres Farm & Market in Clinton is welcoming the season with its family-friendly Fall Festival, held every Saturday from September 27 through October 25, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on…
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Clemson announces the Richard A. McMahan School of Architecture
August 31, 2025Clemson University unveiled the new name of its School of Architecture in an event yesterday held at the College Architecture, Art and Construction on the University’s main campus. Thanks to…
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Big Air Laurens Brings Back Toddler Time and Mid-Day Madness
August 31, 2025
Big Air Laurens is making Wednesdays and Thursdays extra fun with the return of Toddler Time and Mid-Day Madness, giving families and kids of all ages a safe and exciting…
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Kevin Hines Survived Suicide Attempt, Devotes Life to Giving Back
August 31, 2025
Kevin Hines’ father drove him to college on Sept. 24, 2000, told his son that he loved him and drove away thinking that they would have dinner that evening. But…
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SBA Sets December Deadline for Banks to Follow Trump’s “Fair Banking” Order
August 31, 2025
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has told banks and lenders that take part in its loan programs they must follow President Trump’s new “Fair Banking” executive order. The rule is…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Secures School Resource Officer for Every School in the State
August 31, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) officials, members of the General Assembly, and other state and local leaders to announce that final funding has…
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THRIVE Laurens County to Host Free Community Event on September 18
August 30, 2025
THRIVE Laurens County, a local initiative dedicated to fostering health, connection, and wellness in our rural communities, will host a free community event on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5:00 PM…
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Caffeine
August 29, 2025
By Tom Poland “Cocaine,” JJ Cale wrote it. Eric Clapton sung it. Clapton described the song as anti-cocaine and that seems to be the case, if you read between…
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Time to soar over the Saluda at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
August 29, 2025
Scenic Transport from Zoo to Garden is Now a Breeze Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will celebrate the opening of the Saluda Skyride on Friday, August 29, 2025, marking an important…
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LRADAC announces Reese L. Palmer as new Vice President of Clinical Services
August 29, 2025
LRADAC, the designated alcohol and drug abuse authority for Lexington and Richland Counties, announces that Reese L. Palmer, M.A., LMFTS/C, has been named Vice President of Clinical Services. In this…
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Lexington Health announces new President and CEO
August 29, 2025
Lexington Health has unanimously named a new president and CEO. Kirk Jenkins, senior vice president of the Physician Network at Lexington Health, will succeed Tod Augsburger, current president and CEO,…
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Tommi Jones joins LCK as Vice President
August 29, 2025
LCK announced that Tommi Jones has joined the company’s leadership team as Vice President and will be located in the Columbia office. In this role, Jones will strengthen LCK’s platform…
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3 year performance and $100M AUM for faith and factor ETF replicating Fidelis 100 Index
August 29, 2025
As of August 26, 2025 Inspire Fidelis Multi Factor ETF (ticker: FDLS), mandated to replicate Wallick Investments, LLC’s Fidelis 100 Index, has over $100M in assets under management and an…
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South Carolina economy ranked #1 in the country
August 29, 2025During quarter one of 2025 (Q1), South Carolina recorded significant growth for both GDP and personal income.South Carolina’s real GDP, which accounts for inflation, increased at an annualized rate of…
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Leadership Greenville announces members of Class 52
August 29, 2025
The Greenville Chamber’s flagship leadership development program, Leadership Greenville, announced members of its 52nd class. Participants were selected based on a thorough application process including essays, professional resumes, and community…
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Here we grow again: Lander begins fall 2025 with record-setting enrollment
August 29, 2025
Lander University is once again shattering enrollment records, launching the 2025-26 academic year with the most students in the University’s 153-year history. This marks the 10th consecutive year of growth…
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Heart & Vascular Center expands access to cardiovascular care at Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital
August 29, 2025Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital opens its new Heart & Vascular Center marking another major milestone in the hospital’s ongoing expansion that will ultimately double its size and capacity. The…
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Bon Secours named exclusive health care partner for PKL Park
August 29, 2025
Bon Secours St. Francis announced a three-year partnership with PKL Park, becoming the exclusive health care provider for the rapidly growing pickleball destination located in the heart of Greenville. Through…
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