Attorney General Alan Wilson and Secretary of State Mark Hammond Announce Multistate Settlement Agreement with Safeguard Metals
October 27, 2023Precious metals dealer alleged to have targeted retirees in $68 million fraud Attorney General Alan Wilson and Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced today that South Carolina, in partnership with…
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Lander Medically Speaking Lecture Examines Plastic Surgery
October 27, 2023
“Taking Plastic, Cosmetic, and Reconstructive Surgery to the Next Level” is the topic of a community program at Lander University on October 24. Sponsored by Lander, the Greenwood Chamber of…
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American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25 Supports Family Promise
October 27, 2023
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25, represented by Denise Harter and President Donna King, recently partnered with Family Promise to provide crucial monthly assistance to families in need in Laurens County.…
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Selecting a Credit Card
October 27, 2023
By Carman M. Young, CFP® Credit card companies can be aggressive in marketing their cards and their perks. Who doesn’t want a free trip to Europe? With so many options…
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Lander in Good Hands with Haigler
October 26, 2023
Lander University’s enrollment is at an all-time high, with more than 4,300 students, and the work put in by Senior Admissions Counselor Taylor Haigler is one of the reasons why.…
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American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25 Preparing for Trick or Treat
October 26, 2023
The Ladies of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25 are diving into a mountain of treats to be bagged up for the Laurens County Sheriff’s “Trunk or Treat” on Tuesday, October…
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Red Cross: Donation appointments critical in coming weeks
October 26, 2023
Help build back the national blood and platelet supply by giving now As October comes to a close, the American Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to make and…
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PSTA Statement on school financial dashboard
October 26, 2023
Palmetto State Teachers Association released the school financial dashboard developed by the state’s Office of Revenue and Fiscal Affairs. Increased transparency for education funding has been a key element of…
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Hooked on Heroes: The 5th Annual Veterans Day Bass Fishing Tournament
October 26, 2023
In the spirit of honoring our nation’s heroes, anglers from all walks of life will gather at Lake Hartwell’s Green Pond Landing on November 11, 2023, for the highly-anticipated 5th…
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Clinton High School Girls Tennis Team Advances to Third Round of SCHSL AAA Playoffs
October 25, 2023
In a thrilling showdown at the Clinton Middle School tennis courts, the Clinton High School Girls Tennis Team secured a resounding victory against the Seneca Bearcats. The CHS Girls Tennis…
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The Lumberyard Line Up
October 25, 2023
And just like that we are heading into another weekend. Get ready for an exciting upcoming weekend at the Lumberyard! Come indulge in your favorite pint while relishing some fantastic…
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LushAcres Fall Festival in Clinton: A Grand Finale on October 28th
October 25, 2023
As October nears its end, the vibrant colors of autumn adorn are showing up, and with it comes the culmination of a month-long celebration at LushAcres Farm in Clinton. The…
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Friday Night Lights – High School Football Schedule for the Week
October 25, 2023
The weather looks good for game time this Friday. Here’s the lineup for this Friday, October 28: Clinton (7-2) at Emerald High (1-8) Laurens Raiders – No game Laurens Academy…
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Laurens District 55 High School Agriculture Students Win Big at the 2023 South Carolina State Fair Competition
October 25, 2023
The Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Agriculture students received an extra warm welcome from LDHS administrators, teachers, staff members, and students on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. The LDHS Agriculture…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Announces Launch of Education Funding Dashboard
October 25, 2023
Education Dashboard Provides Public Easy Access to School Districts Budgets, Increasing Transparency and Accountability Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by the S.C. Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office (RFA) and…
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Rotary Club of Laurens Celebrates a Century of Community Service
October 25, 2023
Join Us in Honoring 100 Years of Rotary’s Dedication to Laurens The Rotary Club of Laurens, is extending an invitation to all community members to join in celebrating their remarkable…
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Fountain Inn Seeks to Fill Seats on Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals
October 25, 2023
The city of Fountain Inn is calling upon its residents to step up and get involved in shaping the community’s growth and development. The city is currently seeking applicants to…
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Fostering Trust: Clinton’s Successful Coffee with a Cop Event
October 25, 2023
In an impressive display of community engagement, many in the town of Clinton came out for the “Coffee with a Cop” event on Wednesday, October 25th. Held at The Vestibule…
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Mayor Nathan Senn Elected President of the Association of South Carolina Mayors
October 25, 2023
Mayor Nathan Senn of Laurens, South Carolina, has been elected as the President of the Association of South Carolina Mayors (ASCM) during the first board meeting following the resignation of…
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Laurens Police Officers Bond with Students at Laurens Elementary
October 24, 2023
Corporal Miguel Catalin and Officer Dania Manasra from the Laurens Police Department paid an unexpected visit to Lauren’s Elementary for a security check. But what started as routine soon turned…
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PTC Honors Program Inducts 10 Students
October 24, 2023
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) inducted 10 students into its newly restored Honors Program at a special ceremony in August. The new inductees are: Etana Baker of Hodges, Emily Galloway of…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins bipartisan, multistate coalition in lawsuits against Meta for harming children
October 24, 2023South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that today, 42 attorneys general sued Meta in federal and state courts alleging the company knowingly designed and deployed harmful features on Instagram…
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SBA South Carolina District Office kicks off nominations for 2024 National Small Business Week Awards
October 24, 2023
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) South Carolina District Office has officially launched the call for nominations for the 2024 National and District Small Business Week Awards, including the annual Small Business Person of…
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Scoops on West Main: A Canvas for Local Artists to Sweeten the Community
October 24, 2023
In an initiative that blends artistic expression with community engagement, Scoops on West Main, the ice cream parlor in Clinton, is opening its doors to local artists. They are inviting…
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Celebrating Native American Traditions Continues
October 24, 2023
Once again all eyes will be on the artists preserving the skills, art, and traditions of their ancestors at the second day of “Celebrating Native American Traditions Past and Present”…
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Savoring the Rivalry: Laurens County Chamber of Commerce Fan Challenge Oyster Roast
October 24, 2023
Fall in South Carolina is football season, and there’s no better way to celebrate the spirited rivalries between Clemson, Carolina, and Presbyterian College fans than at the Laurens County Chamber…
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Laurens County Delegation Night Draws Large Crowd – Local Engagement with State Leaders
October 24, 2023
The Laurens County Republican Party hosted a Delegation Night on Monday, October 16th, at 6:30 pm. The event took place at The Ridge of Laurens, where constituents of Laurens County…
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LC Touchdown Club Announces Player of the Week – Brett Young
October 24, 2023
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on October 20th, the Player of the week is junior linebacker Brett Young of Clinton High School.…
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Presbyterian College elebrates a True Blue Homecoming
October 24, 2023
Presbyterian College warmly welcomed alumni back to campus this Homecoming Weekend to recognize and celebrate their accomplishments on and off campus. Three events in particular were all about former Blue…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities now accepting applications for 2024-2025
October 24, 2023
The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public, residential high school for artistically talented students, is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year and summer programs.…
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Unveiling History: Rosemont Plantation’s New Walking Trail and Green Space
October 23, 2023
Mark your calendars for a significant event that combines history and community engagement. On Monday, November 6, 2023, at 11:00 am, join others for the Ribbon Cutting of the Rosemont…
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South Carolina health programs launch 5210 SC campaign
October 23, 2023
The new statewide campaign is designed to encourage children to level-up their health. The University of South Carolina’s Arnold School of Public Health, in partnership with the State Nutrition Action…
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Honoring a Lifetime of Service: Coach Bill Rhodes Receives the Order of the Palmetto
October 23, 2023
On a cool Friday night, amidst the electrifying atmosphere at Wilder Stadium, home of the Clinton Red Devils, the crowd grew quiet during halftime as they witnessed a moment of…
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Clinton High School Cross Country Teams Triumph at Region IV AAA Championships
October 22, 2023
The Clinton High School Cross Country teams recently outshined their competition at the Region IV, AAA Championships. The Red Devil runners showcased their talent, with the Boys Cross Country team…
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Clinton’s Road Resurfacing Project: What You Need to Know
October 22, 2023
The city of Clinton is set to initiate a road resurfacing project starting the week of October 23, 2023. Satterfield Construction will be carrying out this work on various streets…
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City of Fountain Inn INNvision Public Open House
October 21, 2023
The City of Fountain Inn is excited to unveil its draft recommendations for INNvision, the city’s Comprehensive Plan, and wants your input! You’re invited to a Public Open House on…
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Clinton High Girls Tennis Advance to Second Round of Playoffs
October 21, 2023
The Clinton High School Girls Tennis Team beat the Fountain Inn Fury 6-0 Thursday in the first round of the SCHSL playoffs. Chandler Dailey (#1 singles) won 6-0, 6-0. Libby…
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Breaking the Silence: Students Unite for Domestic Violence Awareness
October 21, 2023
Lander University recognized the impact of domestic and dating violence during October’s observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During a two-day awareness campaign, students left symbols and messages of hope…
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Crave Clinton Expands Hours and Unveils Exciting Offers
October 21, 2023
Crave Clinton, your go-to protein shakes and energy bar, has some fantastic news for its customers. They’re expanding their hours, introducing online ordering, and launching a fitness challenge with great…
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Strikes for Sight: 8th Annual Bowling Event to Benefit Joanna Lions Club
October 21, 2023
Bowling enthusiasts and community members in Spartanburg, South Carolina, are gearing up for the 8th Annual “Strikes for Sight” event, which will take place on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at…
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Lecture Series Focuses on North Korea
October 21, 2023
Kim Jong Un, the supreme leader of North Korea, is a “dictator” with “no moral scruples,” willing to “do whatever it takes to stay in power,” according to Lander University…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces South Carolina Joins Settlements Totaling $20 Million with ACI Worldwide over Unauthorized Transactions in Customer Accounts
October 21, 2023South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a coalition of 50 state and territory attorneys general and financial regulators announcing two separate settlements totaling $20 million with payment processor ACI…
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Lander University to Host Artist Logan Woodle
October 21, 2023
The community is invited to join the Department of Art + Design for a reception and conversation with artist Logan Woodle Thursday, Nov. 9at 5 p.m. Woodle’s latest exhibit, “Uproot,”…
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Piedmont Technical College Hosts Engineering Students from Italy
October 21, 2023
They traveled 4,657 miles to access high-technology educational resources that residents of the Lakelands have right at their fingertips. For the second time in five years, a school in Bergamo,…
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Governor Henry McMaster Directs Solicitors to Seek Attorney General’s Approval Before Reducing Criminal Sentences
October 20, 2023
Transparency and Accountability Key to Restoring Public Confidence in Criminal Justice System In an effort to restore the public’s confidence in our state’s criminal justice system through increased transparency and…
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Recruiters Meet at Lander in Search of Educators as Teacher Shortage Looms
October 20, 2023
As most of the nation deals with a teacher shortage, Lander University held one of its largest teacher recruitment fairs in recent years. Representatives from 55 school districts in South…
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South Carolina Festival of Flowers Wins 4 Prestigious Marketing Awards at International Competition
October 20, 2023
The SC Festival of Flowers was recognized internationally, October 9th, for its excellence in marketing in the festivals and events industry during the 66th Annual International Festivals & Events Association’s…
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Coffee with a Cop: Strengthening Community Bonds in Clinton
October 20, 2023
In Clinton, fostering trust between the community and the police department continues to be a priority. “Coffee with a Cop,” an event on Wednesday, October 25th, from 8:00 to 9:00…
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Coming Together in Unity: A Community Prayer for Israel
October 20, 2023
In a world where unity and solidarity are more important than ever, the community of Clinton is coming together to offer prayers and support for the people of Israel. On…
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MPF Embarks on a Promising Future: Groundbreaking Event Marks a Milestone
October 20, 2023
Manufacturing Precision Feedthrough Products (MPF) kicked off 2023 with fervor and determination to solidify their position as the leading Ceramic-To-Metal manufacturer in the United States. Receiving the prestigious ISO9001-2015 Quality…
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