Laurens Police Chief Keith Grounsell has Resigned
March 10, 2024
Laurens Police Chief Keith Grounsell resigned his position effective March 6, 2024. Grounsell, accepted the position as Chief of Police in late July 2022, succeeding the previous chief, Chrissie Latimore,…
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Langston Baptist Church Hosts Symposium on the Age-Old Question –
March 7, 2024
Langston Baptist Church is gearing up to host a thought-provoking symposium that delves into one of the most perplexing questions: “If God is good, why is there evil?” Scheduled for…
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Bring Back Honest-To-Goodness Screen Doors
March 7, 2024
By Tom Poland With winter knock, knock, knocking on their door, people are thinking of storm doors and weather stripping. Well, drafty old screen doors occupy my mind. Recent…
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Lake Greenwood Fishing Report
March 6, 2024
Here is the latest fishing report for Lake Greenwood as provided by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Bass: Veteran tournament angler Stan Gunter of Greenwood reports that typically…
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Clinton High School and Clinton Middle School Science Olympiad Teams Clinch State Victory AGAIN!
March 6, 2024
The Clinton Middle School (CHS) and Clinton High School (CMS) Science Olympiad teams have once again demonstrated their prowess, securing their 22nd and 13th wins respectively. The journey that began…
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Celebrating Excellence: Highlights from the 45th Annual Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Dinner & Awards Gala
March 6, 2024
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce 45th Annual Dinner & Awards program was held on Thursday, February 29 on the campus of Presbyterian College. The even marks the culmination of…
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Get Ready to Spring Forward: Daylight Saving Time Begins on March 10!
March 6, 2024
As the winter chill begins to fade away, a harbinger of brighter evenings is on the horizon. Daylight Saving Time is set to commence on Sunday, March 10, at 2:00…
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Shag Night with Pat Patterson Returns to the Lumberyard this Saturday
March 6, 2024
Get ready to swing and sway as The Lumberyard in Clinton invites you to the second Shag Night with the one and only DJ Pat Patterson on Saturday, March 9,…
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Opportunity for Inspiring Christian Educator at First Presbyterian Church in Clinton
March 6, 2024
Embrace the Call: Director of Christian Education Position Available First Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) community in Clinton, is on the lookout for a dynamic individual to step into the role of…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present Arts Programs at the Laurens County Museum
March 6, 2024
Demonstrations of Native American arts including traditional instruments, basketry, music, songs, storytelling, and the Cherokee language will highlight the day at the Laurens County Museum on Saturday, March 16, 10:00…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson fights to defend South Carolina school choice
March 6, 2024Today the South Carolina Supreme Court will hear oral arguments regarding South Carolina’s historic school choice law that created Education Scholarship Accounts (ESAs). This law grants parents of eligible students…
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Blooms in Full Swing: Alexander’s U-Pick Introduces Tulip Harvesting Experience!
March 5, 2024
The vibrant colors of tulips have taken Mounville by storm, and Alexander’s U-Pick is delighted to announce a unique U-Pick option for flower enthusiasts. In response to the unexpected demand,…
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Annual Lake Greenwood Cleanup this Saturday
March 5, 2024
Join Keep Laurens County Beautiful and Affiliates for a Day of Action on March 9, 2024 On Saturday, March 9, 2024, Keep Laurens County Beautiful (KLCB), in collaboration with Greenwood…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy Student Places in Top Tier of National Competition
March 5, 2024
A second-year student at the Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy aims to become the country’s best in a national competition for patient counseling. Makenzie Chapman, a P2 from Aiken, recently…
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PTC celebrates its SCTEA Educators of the Year
March 5, 2024
The South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) honored three outstanding educators from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) at its recent annual conference in Myrtle Beach. Recognized along with colleagues from sister…
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Laurens High School FFA receives co-op grant
March 5, 2024
Laurens Electric awarded a Community Impact Initiative grant to Laurens High School’s Future Farmers of America at the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet in February. The Future Farmers…
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Laurens County Planning Commission to Host Workshop on Comprehensive Plan
March 5, 2024
The Laurens County Planning Commission is set to convene a workshop on Tuesday, March 12, at 6:00 pm at the Ridge in Laurens, focusing on the county’s Comprehensive Plan. The…
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Laurens County Democratic Party Convention Outcome – March 2, 2024
March 5, 2024
The Laurens County Democratic Party held its convention at the County Library meeting room on Saturday, March 2nd. South Carolina Democratic Party 1st Vice Chair Colleen Condon and SCDP Executive…
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Carolina Panthers and South Carolina Department of Education to Celebrate Eastside Elementary’s Academic Triumphs
March 5, 2024
A very exciting event is set to unfold on March 7th at 11:00 am, and the Clinton High School Gym will be the location of the excitement as the Carolina…
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Two schools in District 56 recognized as a “U.S. News Best Schools”
March 4, 2024
Laurens District 56 celebrated the release of two schools in the district being named as a U.S. News Best School—Clinton Elementary School and Clinton Middle School. This means that both…
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Diaper Drive Thru Tuesday, March 12 in Clinton
March 4, 2024
This month’s Diaper Drive Thru will take place in Clinton at the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot (located at the intersection of Highway 76 E and Springdale Drive) from 4:00…
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Surf’s Up with School Breakfast in Laurens School District 55
March 4, 2024
National School Breakfast Week Campaign Encourages Students to Try School Breakfast To encourage more families to take advantage of the healthy choices available with school breakfast, Laurens County School District…
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Matt Tucker: Honoring Roots and Troops – A Country Music Journey with the South Carolina National Guard and a Laurens County Connection
March 4, 2024
Just up the road from Laurens County, in Rock Hill, South Carolina – a rising country singer and songwriter, Matt Tucker, has emerged as a musical force to be reckoned with. His…
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PC Grads Named Amongst Greenville’s Most Influential
March 3, 2024
Multiple PC Alums have been named to the “Greenville’s 50 Most Influential” list in recent years, their work and service having a direct impact on the continuous transformation of the…
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March Health Programs: Give Blood, Save Lives, and Stay Healthy at Your Library!
March 3, 2024
This March, the community has a chance to make a positive impact on both their own health and the well-being of others. The Clinton Public Library (107 Jacobs Highway) is…
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Acclaimed Poet and Teaching Artist, Glenis Redmond, to Grace Laurens Library
March 3, 2024
Laurens County Public Library is pleased to welcome Glenis Redmond, an acclaimed poet and teaching artist, on March 7th at 5pm. As the first Poet Laureate of Greenville County and…
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Laurens County School District 56 Unveils New Conference Center
March 2, 2024
Last week, Laurens County School District 56 (LCSD56) officially opened its new conference center, located in the renovated American Legion Building. The inaugural meeting to be held in the space…
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Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame: Meet the Class of 2024
March 2, 2024
The Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame will induct five members into its fifth class on April 25, 2024. The induction ceremony will be held at the Laurens County Museum…
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Casting Adventures: The South Carolina 4-H Fishing Project
March 2, 2024
The South Carolina 4-H Fishing Project invites youth aged 5-18 to embark on a journey into the world of fishing. This initiative provides an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors…
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Spring Fling for Evergreen: Market Day Extravaganza by PC Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
March 2, 2024
On April 12, 2024, the Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program is set to bring a burst of Spring cheer to Clinton, in collaboration with Evergreen participants from Laurens County…
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VisionGreenwood donates $15K to PTC’s MODELS Academy
March 1, 2024
Business leaders representing VisionGreenwood visited Piedmont Technical College’s Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood on Jan. 23, 2024, to present a donation of $15,000 to the college’s special initiative, MODELS Academy. MODELS is…
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March Yard and Garden Tips
March 1, 2024
March Yard and Garden Tips Watch out for: Lawns • White grubs – March begins the cycle of treatment for grub problems in your lawn. The bacteria Bacillus thuringiensis (Dipel,…
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Thornwell Staff Members Acknowledged Statewide for Excellent Service to Children and Families
March 1, 2024
Palmetto Association for Children and Families recognizes Lindy Scott and Kari Furman Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and families in…
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Become a Guardian ad Litem Hero: Free Online Training in Laurens County, South Carolina
March 1, 2024
The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, is offering free online training to those interested in becoming a volunteer Guardian…
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Laurens County 911 Marks Milestone: Successful CPR Save Achieved Following EMD Implementation
March 1, 2024
Laurens County 911 proudly announces its first successful CPR save since the implementation of Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) protocols on June 27, 2023. December 13th, 2023, Honesty Godfrey, a 911…
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Feathers Fit For A King
February 29, 2024
By Tom Poland I wanted to hunt birds when a boy. Problem was no one would take me hunting. Dad tried but hunting wasn’t in his blood. And so…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Joins 22-State Coalition of Attorneys General Demanding Answers from Biden Administration on the Trafficking of Migrant Children
February 29, 2024Attorney General Alan Wilson today sent a letter demanding that federal officials address a recent report that found unaccompanied migrant children in the custody of the federal government are being…
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Clinton Family YMCA 45th Annual Youth/Community Prayer Breakfast: Building Stronger Community Through Prayer
February 28, 2024
The Clinton Family YMCA is gearing up for its 45th Annual Youth/Community Prayer Breakfast, a cherished event in Clinton that aims to foster community strength through prayer. This special series,…
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Scoops on West Main Set to Reopen with Extended Hours
February 28, 2024
Scoops on West Main in Clinton is gearing up to reopen on Friday, March 1, offering the community a variety of ice cream options. Owner Jason Devette mentioned, “We are…
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Laurens Police Department Harnesses High-Tech Tools to Combat Crime
February 28, 2024
In a recent interview with Fox Carolina’s reporter Myra Ruiz, Chief Keith Grounsell of the Laurens Police Department highlighted the department’s innovative use of technology to fight crime. The interview…
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LCWSC’s Lake Greenwood Water Treatment Facility and Raw Water Intake Projects Win Engineering Excellence Award
February 28, 2024
Laurens County Water & Sewer Commission (LCWSC) is proud to announce that the Lake Greenwood Water Treatment Facility and Raw Water Intake projects have been honored with the State Finalist…
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Clinton Community Garden Project Welcomes Spring with
February 27, 2024
Attention local gardeners and “garden curious”! As part of our “SEEDS OF LOVE” initiative, to help you “grow your own”, the Clinton Community Garden Project will host the Seeds of Love…
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Lander Students Learn from Leading Expert on How to Develop Career Potential
February 27, 2024
When students from Lander University had the opportunity to hear from a guest speaker, they were not just passing time between classes. Instead, they were engaging with a New York…
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Owners Combine Forces: Boathouse Fish Camp in Cross Hill Merges with Boondocks Fish Camp & BBQ in Gray Court
February 27, 2024
Boathouse Fish Camp in Cross Hill has closed its doors, but fans of the restaurant need not worry. The owners have decided to merge the Cross Hill location with Boondocks…
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South Carolina Aquarium Celebrates Milestone by Releasing 400th Sea Turtle
February 27, 2024
10 Juvenile Sea Turtles Released by the Aquarium After Months of Rehabilitation Yesterday, the South Carolina Aquarium proudly released its 400th rehabilitated sea turtle. Jim — a juvenile green sea…
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GSP breaks ground on new parking garage and consolidated rental car facility
February 27, 2024Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) broke ground on a new parking garage and consolidated rental car facility. The two-year, $97 million project will be open to the public in early 2026. Parking…
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Dr. Nancy D. Tolson will speak to the Friends of the Laurens County Library.
February 27, 2024
The presentation, entitled “The Importance of Diverse Children’s Literature,” will be held at the Laurens Library, 1017 West Main Street, Laurens on March 3, 2024 at 2:00 pm. This program…
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PL Development Boosts Laurens County Cancer Association with Vital Supplies Donation
February 27, 2024
PL Development generously donated a year’s supply of hydrogen peroxide and alcohol to the Laurens County Cancer Association. Stephen Dillon, representing PL Development, delivered the pallets last Friday. As part…
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Child Abuse Prevention/Celebrating Safe Children Event – Thursday, April 11th
February 27, 2024
Laurens County First Steps, and local community organizations are teaming up to raise awareness and prevent child abuse, while celebrating childhood safety. On Thursday, April 11th, Laurens County First Steps…
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Presbyterian College president Dr. Anita Gustafson to deliver Women’s History Month lecture on March 6
February 27, 2024
Presbyterian College president Dr. Anita Gustafson will discuss the transformative victories that women have made in higher education during the Women’s History Month lecture, “Boisterous and Bold: Women in Higher Education.”…
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