Piedmont Tech to Hold Experience PTC Career Extravaganza
July 15, 2023
Piedmont Tech: There is such a thing as a free lunch — even free tuition Piedmont Technical College (PTC) wants folks to know that there is such a thing as…
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Pick Me! SC Annual Pet Adoption Initiative is Underway – LC Animal Shelter Participating
July 15, 2023
It’s time to unleash the love! Pick Me SC Annual Adoption event is happening now. Pick Me! SC returns to a shelter or Petco near you from July 14th to…
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Rep. Duncan Releases Statement after Greenwood Pastor Tony Foster Serves as Guest Chaplain of the U.S. House of Representative
July 15, 2023
Following the completion of Pastor Tony Foster’s prayer and Guest Chaplaincy duties at the U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman Jeff Duncan (R-SC) released the following statement: “Now, more than ever,…
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Five Southeastern States Partner on Weeklong Speed Enforcement Campaign
July 15, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) joins four other Southeastern states for “Operation Southern Slow Down” in an effort to curb excessive speeding on the highways. The weeklong…
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Business Succession Planning
July 14, 2023
Make preparations to exit on your own terms By Jennifer Osgood If you’re a business owner, you’ve likely poured your heart and soul into your business, and it’s hard to…
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Bulb Culture With Master Gardeners
July 13, 2023
Come learn from the Master Gardners! On Thursday, July 20 at 7 pm at the Joe R. Adair Outdoor Education Center in Laurens there will be a session on bulb…
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The Lumberyard Lineup for the Weekend
July 12, 2023
Whew – it’s hot outside! Come beat the heat this weekend at the Lumberyard. Here’s the line up at the Lumberyard in Clinton. Thursday, July 13 – LumberJam Karaoke Night! Bring your…
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Clinton Youth Makes the Cut for Young Guns Baseball Team from Statewide Tryouts
July 12, 2023
In August 2022 statewide tryouts were held and three teams were created, the Red, White and Blue Young Guns. Elias Littleton of Clinton made the cut for the White team.…
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Revolutionary War Heroine Dicey Langston Lecture – Tuesday, July 18
July 12, 2023
The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues with a lecture about Laurens County’s own Dicey Langston. Rev. Dr. Paul Wood, Jr., will speak on Tuesday, July 18, at…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Holds Ceremonial Bill Signing for S. 36, Ignition Interlock
July 12, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today was joined by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) National President Tess Rowland, law enforcement officers, and members of the General Assembly for a ceremonial bill signing…
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Calling All Cyclists – Registration Now Open for Flight of the Dove 18th Annual Event
July 12, 2023
Cyclists have been coming out to ride and support VIA Health Partners (founded as Hospice of Laurens County) since 2006 in the Flight of the Dove ride. The 18th annual…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson hosts judicial reform panel discussion
July 12, 2023Attorney General Alan Wilson hosted a panel discussion, with more than 30 legislators in attendance, on the critical need for judicial reform with Ninth Circuit Solicitor Scarlett Wilson and Dr.…
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Back to School Tip: Prepare Now for 529 Withdrawals
July 11, 2023
By State Treasurer Curtis Loftis As a firm believer in the many benefits of saving with a Future Scholar 529 plan, I commend families who consistently contribute to their accounts…
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SC Empowerment Centre Hosts Youth Hygiene Supply Contest in July
July 10, 2023
The South Carolina Empowerment Centre is currently hosting a contest to help restock our Youth Hygiene Closet. Many children in Laurens County deal with food poverty as well as not…
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Clemson Researchers Work to Develop Less-Immunogenic Wheat Varieties for Gluten-Sensitive Consumers
July 10, 2023
“The research we are conducting knows no boundaries and is applicable beyond borders,” saidSachin Rustgi, molecular breeder at Clemson University’s Pee Dee REC Gluten is a group of proteins found…
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Clinton Youth Mia Carles Wins Women’s SC Golf Association Annual Junior Golf Championship
July 10, 2023
The Women’s South Carolina Golf Association (WSCGA) recently hosted an annual Junior championship and Clinton native Mia Carles was the one to claim the title of Champion. The tournament is…
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Clinton Churches Schedule a Walk, Worship & Prayer Time for the New School Year
July 10, 2023
Local churches in Clinton will hold a Walk, Worship & Prayer for our Schools. The event will be held on Sunday July 30 at 6:00 pm. The walk will begin…
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The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce Announces its 2023 Employer Photo Contest
July 9, 2023
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) is pleased to announce an exciting photo contest for businesses across the state. The SC@Work: 2023 Photo Contest is an initiative to…
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Main Street Bake Shoppe to Consolidate into One Location
July 9, 2023
The owners of Main Street Bake Shoppe in Laurens and Clinton announced on social media Saturday night that they will be consolidating the business to one location. The Clinton location…
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SC Department of Public Safety is Hiring
July 9, 2023
Temperatures are rising and so are salaries for our troopers and officers! With new starting pay for all law enforcement positions, there’s never been a better time to begin your…
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Laurens County 4-H Offers Two Dog Training Classes
July 9, 2023
The Laurens County 4-H recently announced two dog training classes. The classes will be held on Tuesdays from August 8 to September 19. Canine Good Citizen/Rally Class – 4:30 to…
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Laurens District 55 High School Athletics Department Announces the 2022-2023 ALL-LD55 Teams
July 9, 2023
The Laurens District 55 High School Athletics Department recently announced the 2022-2023 ALL-LD55 teams. The All-LD55 teams acknowledge Future Raiders’ sports performance as a member of their respective competitive sports middle school team(s). These teams are…
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Dr. Ameca C. Thomas, Superintendent of Laurens County School District 55, Presents with NIET at the 2023 EED Annual Grantee Summit
July 9, 2023
Dr. Ameca C. Thomas, Superintendent of Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55), was recently honored to present at the 2023 Effective Educator Development (EED) Annual Grantee Summit sponsored by…
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Calling All Unicorn Lovers to The Makery
July 9, 2023
Summer is winding down and if you have run out of ideas to keep the kids busy The Makery has a great activity for you to consider and one they…
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Blake Stone to Take Over Blue Hose Offensive Line Coaching Duties
July 8, 2023
Presbyterian College football head coach Steve Englehart has formally announced the third offseason assistant hire for the program, welcoming Blake Stone – formerly of Gannon and Middle Tennessee State –…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force Launches Statewide Prevention Education Initiative, TraffickProofSC
July 7, 2023Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today the launch of TraffickProofSC, a statewide prevention education initiative of the South Carolina Human Trafficking Task Force. The launch included a backpack giveaway at…
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Statewide exploratory expedition to hike a portion of S.C.’s Enoree Passage, Tuesday
July 7, 2023
SC7 participants and military veterans with Project Evergreen to repair part of the 36-mile passage, Monday. Representatives with the Laurens County Parks and Recreation Department, the Palmetto Trail, and a…
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Laurens County Youth Livestock Show
July 6, 2023
Save the date! The 2023 Laurens County Livestock Show will be held Thursday, August 24 – Saturday, August 26. The show catalog, entry form, and donation form are available online…
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PC 112 has space available to rent this summer for community or private events
July 5, 2023
Community members may now rent space this summer at Presbyterian College’s new restaurant in downtown Clinton. PC 112 on Musgrove Street features areas that are available until Aug. 1 for…
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Clinton 8 and Under Dixie Youth Team Heads to Dixie Youth State Tournament after Winning All-Star District 3 Baseball Championship
July 5, 2023
The Clinton 8 and Under Dixie Youth Team is headed to the State Tournament this weekend in Dillon, South Carolina. They earn the right to advance to the state championship…
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Clinton High Cross Country Team Runs for Charity
July 5, 2023
And that’s a wrap! The seventh annual running of the cans is in the books and the winner is the community. A tradition since 2017, the Clinton High Cross Country…
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City of Clinton Announces Two Food Truck Mondays for July
July 5, 2023
It’s hot, really hot in July. Instead of heating up the kitchen you can head out to Food Truck Monday twice in July. They are scheduled for July 10 and…
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City of Clinton Seeks Community Feedback for New City Mural – Deadline July 8
July 5, 2023
The City of Clinton in conjunction with PC Junior, Barrett Moody, are seeking your input on a building mural. All residents of Clinton are asked to give their opinion on…
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Laurens County Museum to Lecture on Laurens County Revolutionary War Heroine Dicey Langston
July 5, 2023
The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues with a lecture about Laurens County’s own Dicey Langston. Rev. Dr. Paul Wood, Jr., will speak on Tuesday, July 18, at…
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FCC & Attorney General Alan Wilson Warn Consumers of Increased Risk of Student Loan Debt Scam Robocalls and Robotexts
July 5, 2023The FCC’s Robocall Response Team and South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson are teaming up to warn consumers about a potential rise in student loan debt scam robocalls and robotexts…
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Diaper Drive Thru in Clinton on Tuesday July 11
July 5, 2023
The next Diaper Drive Thru will be held on Tuesday, July 11 from 4 – 6 pm in Clinton in the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot (at intersection of Highway…
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LCSO School Supply Drive Set for Friday, July 14
July 5, 2023
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office will hold their annual School Supply Collection Drive on Friday, July 14. The event will be held at the Laurens Chick-fil-A from 9AM to 2PM.…
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The Lumberyard Lineup for the Weekend
July 5, 2023
Come beat the summer heat this weekend at the Lumberyard. This weekend they are offering some great food options and a variety of live music performances to go with the varied…
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July Yard and Garden Tips
July 5, 2023
July is already here and so is the heat. Here are your July yard and garden tips courtesy of the Laurens office of Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service. Watch out…
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Homer Elwood Elected to National Funeral Directors Association Board of Directors
July 5, 2023
Homer E. Elwood Jr. was elected to serve as at-large representatives on the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Board of Directors. He begins a two-year terms of service immediately following…
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College View Parade Brings Patriotism and Community to Life
July 4, 2023
You can go to the big gatherings with bands and fancy fireworks and have an amazing time, but nothing says Independence Day like a local neighborhood parade. The College View…
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Laurens Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course
July 4, 2023
The Laurens Master Gardener group will host a volunteer training course beginning August 15. Classes will be held from 6:00 – 9:00 pm on Tuesdays, August 15 – December 6,…
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Carolina Land Company Sells 109+ acres in Gray Court, SC
July 3, 2023
Carolina Land Company recently represented the seller of 109+ acres on Warrior Creek Church Road, Gray Court, SC in the sale of his family property. The buyer purchased the property…
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Fall Semester ‘Last Call’ for No-Cost Tuition at PTC
July 3, 2023
This fall likely will be the “last call” to pay zero dollars for tuition at Piedmont Technical College (PTC). College officials worked diligently to tap various funding sources to extend…
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Dixon Named Director of PTC Laurens Center for Advanced Manufacturing
July 3, 2023
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) is pleased to announce that Charles Dixon has been named director of the PTC Laurens Center for Advanced Manufacturing (LCAM). “Charles is a familiar face to…
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Leasing vs. Buying a Car: Which one is right for you?
June 30, 2023
By Carolyn A. Stewart If you have been in the market for a new (or used) car in the last 2-3 years, you are probably aware that the cost of…
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Women Confidence Builders’ largest event of 2023 to be headlined by national authors
June 28, 2023
Women Confidence Builders will be hosting its biggest event of 2023 with a growth and diversity discussion from authors Bertina Ceccarelli and Susanne Tedrick as well as a guest speech…
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American Legion Post 25 Recognizes Civil Servants in Laurens County – Two Receive Statewide Awards and Recognition
June 28, 2023
Each Year the American Legion Department of South Carolina in Columbia asks the 160 Posts in the state to nominate and recognize deserving civil servants in the community. Working with the supervisors at the…
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The Lumberyard Lineup for July 4 Weekend
June 28, 2023
We are heading into the July 4th weekend and there is much to celebrate. Here’s the line up at the Lumberyard in Clinton. See you there! Thursday, June 29 – Town…
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Martha Franks Retirement Community to Host Annual Patriotic Organ Concert
June 28, 2023
It wouldn’t be the Fourth of July without the annual patriotic organ concert hosted by Martha Franks Retirement Community. This year’s concert will be held on Sunday, July 2 at…
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