GSP Earns Five Major Customer Experience Awards, Named Best Airport in Its Size Category in North America
February 26, 2026
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) has earned five prestigious Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Awards from Airports Council International (ACI), including recognition as the Best Airport Serving 2 to 5 Million Passengers…
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SC NEXUS and SCRA announce Entrepreneurship and Innovation Exchange project launch
February 26, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Commerce’s SC Nexus for Advanced Resilient Energy (SC NEXUS) division, in partnership with the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA), announced the official launch of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Exchange (eiX),…
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Blink Book Review: “The Concise Guide to South Carolina Government” by Vincent Sheheen
February 26, 2026
By Reba Hull Campbell As a self proclaimed “policy nerd,” I was excited to receive “The Concise Guide to SC State Government” by Vincent Sheheen as a Christmas gift.…
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Mischief Along The Augusta Highway
February 26, 2026
By Tom Poland A restless boy grew up in the midst of forests and pastures. Outside of biking, reading, and exploring woods, the Augusta Highway entertained me. If Rambling…
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Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force to Meet February 26
February 25, 2026
The Laurens County Citizens for Land Use and Zoning Task Force will hold its next meeting on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Complex East, located…
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Echoes & Insights: The Vision That Built a Town — William Plumer Jacobs and Clinton’s Enduring Legacy
February 25, 2026
FEBRUARY 2026 COLUMN Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series. Readers are invited to journey through the history of Laurens County, uncovering the stories, places, and people that have shaped…
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South Carolina’s Hands-Free Driving Law Enforcement Begins as Warning Period Nears End
February 25, 2026
South Carolina’s Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act, which took effect September 1, 2025, is entering a new phase this week as law enforcement shifts from warnings to full enforcement with…
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IMPH launches Foundations for Success Taskforce
February 25, 2026
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), an independent, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care in South Carolina, is launching…
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Laurens Electric Sends Nine Local Students on Leadership Trips to Washington and Columbia
February 24, 2026
Six local high school juniors and three sophomores are the winners of expense paid trips this summer, sponsored by Laurens Electric Cooperative. 11th graders Sara Beth Field of Laurens, Silas…
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Clinton Family YMCA to Host 47th Annual Youth/Community Prayer Breakfast March 3–5
February 24, 2026
The Clinton Family YMCA will host its 47th Annual Youth/Community Prayer Breakfast from March 3 through March 5, 2026, at Broad Street United Methodist Church. Each morning’s program will begin…
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Piedmont Technical College Electric Vehicle Curriculum Team receives A. Wade Martin Innovation Team of the Year Award
February 24, 2026
In recognition of its impressive accomplishments, the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Electric Vehicle Curriculum Team received the A. Wade Martin Innovation Team of the Year Award. The team – consisting…
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CHS Wrestlers Shine at State Tournament with Individual Titles and Top-Five Team Finish
February 24, 2026
The Clinton High School wrestling program delivered an outstanding performance this weekend at the South Carolina Individual State Tournament in Florence, with multiple podium finishes and a state champion leading…
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Laurens County School District 55 Awarded $7,000 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant
February 24, 2026
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) is proud to announce it has been awarded a $7,000 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant sponsored by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture.…
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New Book Celebrates Laurens County Museum’s Legacy; Author Peggy Cwiakala to Hold March 21 Signing
February 24, 2026
The Laurens County Museum has announced the release of a new book honoring the history and impact of one of the county’s most treasured institutions. A South Carolina Jewel: Celebrating…
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Former Obama Adviser Ben Rhodes to Speak at Presbyterian College March 5
February 24, 2026
The Samuel Calvin Waters Lecture in Political Science will conclude Presbyterian College’s 2025–26 lecture series on March 5 with a keynote address by Ben Rhodes, former deputy national security advisor…
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City of Laurens Announces State of the City Address & Awards Presentation — Nominations Now Open
February 24, 2026
The City of Laurens will host its annual State of the City Address and Awards Presentation on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, offering residents an opportunity to hear about the city’s…
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New State Law Requires Alcohol Server Certification by March 2 — Local Businesses Urged to Prepare
February 24, 2026
Restaurants, caterers, bars, event venues, and mobile bartending services across Laurens County face a fast-approaching compliance deadline as South Carolina begins enforcement of its new mandatory alcohol server training law…
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Laurens County First Steps Now Accepting Participating Organizations and Food Vendors for Child Abuse Prevention Event
February 24, 2026
Laurens County First Steps is pleased to announce that registration is now open for community organizations, local businesses, and food vendors interested in participating in the upcoming Child Abuse Prevention…
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From Diploma to DC: Lander Alumna Avila-Cabrera Returns to Nation’s Capital for First Career
February 24, 2026
If one is looking for evidence that the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Lander University is preparing its students for lives of public service, they should look…
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Laurens County Democratic Party Announces County Convention Keynote Speakers Highlighting Leadership, Representation, and Community Commitment
February 24, 2026
The Laurens County Democratic Party is proud to announce an exciting lineup of speakers for its County Convention on March 14, 2026 at the Laurens County Agriculture Center, featuring two…
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Over 120 products to compete in Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in SC
February 24, 2026
Popular Round Voting Now Open South Carolina Manufacturers and Commerce (SCMC) announced popular round voting is now open for the more than 120 South Carolina-made products nominated for the 5th…
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LCDC Highlights Investment, Job Growth, and Regional Impact at Annual Meeting
February 23, 2026
The Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) showcased a year of significant economic progress during its Annual Meeting and Year in Review, held at the Mabry-Smith-Yonce Center on the campus of…
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Main Street Clinton to Host Informational Annual Meeting at The Lumberyard
February 23, 2026
Community members are invited to learn more about the progress and future plans of Main Street Clinton at the organization’s Informational Annual Meeting on Tuesday, February 24, at The Lumberyard,…
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Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. to Lie in State at South Carolina Statehouse; Flags Ordered to Half-Staff
February 23, 2026
The body of the Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. will lie in state at the South Carolina Statehouse on Monday, March 2, 2026, following a request from the Jackson family and…
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Laurens County Republican Party Forum with Nancy Mace Postponed Due to Congressional Duties
February 23, 2026
The Laurens County Republican Party has announced that its scheduled public forum featuring gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Congresswoman Nancy Mace has been postponed after the congresswoman was required to remain…
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Lander Professor to Discuss S.C. Landscapes in Upcoming Community Lecture
February 23, 2026
Lander University invites the Greenwood and Lander communities to attend the next installment of the Community Lecture Series Tuesday, Mar. 10, at the Arts Center of Greenwood (120 Main Street).…
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ProHealth Center to Host 5K Glow Run & 1-Mile Fun Run Supporting FCA
February 23, 2026
ProHealth Center is excited to announce its second 5K Glow Run and 1-Mile Fun Run, taking place on April 17th at 7:00 pm at ProHealth Center. The event will benefit the Laurens…
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Beyond the Balance Sheet: Turner Shares Experience as Accountant, CEO, Podcast Host
February 22, 2026
Terrell A. Turner, CPA, a member of Lander University’s Class of 2007, is a busy man. He serves as CEO of his own accounting firm, TLTurner Group, which focuses on…
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Presbyterian College Men’s Basketball to Host National TV Game in Clinton
February 22, 2026
The Presbyterian College men’s basketball team will step into the national spotlight later this week as the Blue Hose host the High Point University Panthers in a nationally televised matchup…
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City of Laurens Seeks Applicants for Key Planning and Preservation Boards
February 21, 2026
The City of Laurens is currently accepting applications from residents interested in serving on several important volunteer boards that help guide the community’s future growth and development. Open positions are…
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Vendor Applications Now Open for Clinton’s Rhythm on the Rails Festival on April 25
February 21, 2026
The City of Clinton is now accepting vendor applications for its annual Rhythm on the Rails festival, set to take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to…
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Upstate Forever Protects Over 1,200 Acres in Laurens County, Including One of Its Largest Conservation Projects
February 21, 2026
Laurens County is home to two of the nine properties recently placed under permanent conservation by Upstate Forever, preserving significant working lands and forest resources as part of a broader…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Sends Letter to Clinton Newberry Natural Gas Authority Regarding Recent Price Increases
February 19, 2026
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is looking into Clinton Newberry Natural Gas Authority’s (CNNGA) recent price increases for natural gas. “Our office received a number of complaints from constituents…
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PSTA statement on educator salaries in Ways and Means budget
February 19, 2026
The Palmetto State Teachers Association strongly supports the recommended increase to educator salaries contained in the General Appropriations Act language released today by the House Ways and Means Committee. The…
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The Ghosts Of Winter
February 18, 2026
By Tom Poland Fall in full tumble gives us a kind of X-ray vision. We see that a leafless land is a lovely land, a surprising land. We see what…
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Laurens City Council Meeting Cut Short Due to Lack of Quorum; Mayor’s Youth Council Recognized
February 18, 2026
The Laurens City Council meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, opened on a positive note as Mayor Nathan Senn recognized members of the Mayor’s Youth Council before the meeting was…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host Gubernatorial Candidate Nancy Mace for Public Forum
February 18, 2026
With South Carolina’s Republican primary season already underway, the Laurens County Republican Party, in partnership with the Lakelands Young Republicans, continues its effort to give voters direct access to the…
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Business Leaders, Officials Gather for “Business Voices of Laurens” County-Wide Forum
February 18, 2026
Local business owners, community leaders, and government officials came together for the Business Voices of Laurens: A County-Wide Business Forum, hosted by the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce at the Laurens…
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City of Clinton Launches New Website to Better Serve Residents and Businesses
February 18, 2026
The City of Clinton has officially unveiled a newly redesigned website, offering a modern, easy-to-navigate platform that makes it simpler than ever for residents, businesses, and visitors to access city…
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LCSD56 Students Get a Fresh Taste of Local Agriculture Through Certified SC Cafeteria Program
February 18, 2026
Students in Laurens County School District 56 are gaining a deeper appreciation for where their food comes from — one meal at a time. LCSD56 Child Nutrition officials recently announced…
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Fountain Inn Chamber Invites Volunteers to Get Involved and Make an Impact
February 18, 2026
The Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce is calling on community members to share their time and talents by volunteering to support the organization’s programs, events, and initiatives. Chamber leaders say…
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Applications Open for 2026 SC 4-H Dairy Heifer Project
February 18, 2026
Laurens County 4-H is encouraging eligible youth to apply for the 2026 South Carolina 4-H Dairy Heifer Project, a hands-on program that allows participants to raise, manage, show, and market…
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Lander Piano Ensemble to Host Annual Concert
February 18, 2026
The community is invited to join the Department of Music at Lander University for the annual Piano Ensemble concert held Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. in the Abney Cultural…
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Main Street Laurens to Celebrate 30 Years with Birthday Gala & Annual Meeting
February 18, 2026
Main Street Laurens is inviting the community to celebrate a major milestone at its 30th Birthday Gala & Annual Meeting on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at The Magnolia Room. The…
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Advice from the Apothecary: What Patients Should Know About PBM Reform in South Carolina
February 18, 2026
As we move into 2026, many patients are asking how changes being discussed in Columbia could affect their prescriptions and their local pharmacy. Here’s what you should know about the…
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Matt Navarro ’99 Urges Presbyterian College Students to Lead with Vision, Values at Vance Lecture
February 17, 2026
Stanley 1913 global president tells students that ethics, culture, and clarity of purpose drive lasting success. When Matt Navarro ’99 stood before students in Edmunds Hall for Presbyterian College’s annual…
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Clyburn statement on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson
February 17, 2026
Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson: “Today, I join the nation in mourning the passing of one of the most…
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Prisma Health Earns National “Health System of the Year” Honor for Excellence in Patient Care
February 16, 2026
Award recognizes sustained excellence in safety, experience, workforce engagement, and operational performance Press Ganey, the leading provider of experience measurement, data analytics and AI-powered insights to health systems and health…
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National Spotlight in Templeton as Presbyterian Plays High Point on ESPNU on February 26
February 16, 2026
ESPNU has selected the Presbyterian Blue Hose men’s basketball team’s home game in the Templeton Center on Thursday, February 26, against the High Point Panthers as its final Big South…
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Spotlight on Agriculture Returns March 12 at New Laurens County Ag Center
February 16, 2026
Laurens County’s deep agricultural roots will be celebrated on Thursday, March 12, 2026, during the 52nd Annual Spotlight on Agriculture, to be held at the new Laurens County Ag Center.…
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