Habitat Laurens to “Rock The Block” this January

  January 12, 2024

Cypress Street in the Lydia Mills neighborhood will get a transformation this month led by Habitat for Humanity of Laurens County. Habitat Laurens will be holding a “Rock The Block”…

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Workplace Friends Best Come Naturally

  January 10, 2024
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   I stumbled across an old magazine feature of mine and it made me recall stops I’d made along that long, winding road called “Career.” Some memories…

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SCDE seeks summer food program partners

  January 10, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is looking for partners to assist with providing meals to children this summer. The Summer Break Café is a summer food service program…

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Deadline to Register to Vote in Primary is Approaching

  January 10, 2024

The Board of Voter Registration & Elections of Laurens County is reminding voters that the registration deadline for the Democratic Presidential Primary is right around the corner. Voters must register…

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January Diaper Drive Thru Rescheduled for January 16

  January 10, 2024

The severe storms of Tuesday caused organizers of the monthly diaper drive thru to postpone the event scheduled for January 9. The new date is Tuesday, January 16. This month’s…

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Individual Income Tax Filing Season Opens January 29

  January 9, 2024

The filing deadline for both state and federal Income Tax returns is Monday, April 15, 2024. The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) will begin accepting Individual Inco​me Tax returns…

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Marketing Minute Video: How to Successfully Engage with Stakeholders

  January 8, 2024

  Marketing Minute by Morgan Grimes, NP Strategy Virtual technology allows us to cast a wide net, but nothing beats establishing a real connection in person. This week’s video provides tips…

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Governor Henry McMaster Announces FY 2024-2025 Executive Budget

  January 6, 2024

Governor Henry McMaster today announced his Executive Budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The governor’s fiscally responsible budget sets the stage for South Carolina to continue its record-breaking economic success by…

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The Brew: Where Fresh Ideas and Coffee Converge

  January 5, 2024

Mark your calendars for the next edition of The Brew where business ideas blend seamlessly with community feedback. This bi-monthly gathering has become a staple for local entrepreneurs, offering a…

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South Carolina Achieves Second-Highest Industry Recruitment in 2023

  January 4, 2024

$9.22 billion announced capital investment on the heels of a record-setting 2022 The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) today released its 2023 industry recruitment results which reflect sustained…

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PTC Horticulture Program Awarded $8,000 Hardscaping Grant

  January 3, 2024

The Horticulture Technology Program at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently was selected by the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI) Foundation for a “Tools for Schools” grant of nearly $8,000 to…

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Like A Scene From An Old Western

  January 3, 2024
Tom Poland

By Tom Poland   It was 1985 when I spent three days in Reno. I didn’t shoot a man just to watch him die, Johnny, but I conjured up images…

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January Yard and Garden Tips

  January 2, 2024

by Clemson Extension Laurens Office Things to do in January: Ponds • Pond Stocking – January is the last month to stock bream in a fishing pond. See Stocking &…

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Unconditional Warfare in the American Revolution

  January 2, 2024

The Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues! Dr. Erick Nason, retired Army Special Forces Noncommissioned Officer, and military historian, will speak at the Laurens County Museum on Tuesday, January 9, at…

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Colliers Report: Construction efforts and redevelopments create opportunity

  December 28, 2023

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2023 South Carolina Hospitality Market Highlights As the hospitality industry steadily recovers post-COVID-19, shifts in room supply, propelled by construction and redevelopment…

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Colliers Report: Expansion expected with continued population growth

  December 28, 2023

Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2023 South Carolina Healthcare Market Highlights Hospital systems are experiencing a noteworthy surge in ambulatory expansion, propelled by ongoing economic development announcements…

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Clinton Public Library to Offer Free Vision Screening

  December 27, 2023

The Clinton Public Library, in partnership with Servants For Sight, is offering free vision screenings from 2-5 pm on January 17th. Based in Greenville, Servants For Sight is a non-profit…

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