2023 Academic Symposium Called ‘Fantastic’
April 18, 2023
Lander University biology major Chandler Russian, right, of Ninety Six, discusses “Going Nuts: Eastern Gray Squirrel Behavior Is Unaffected by Predator Activity,” at this year’s Student Academic Symposium. Russian, who…
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Latino Student Summit promotes education, career opportunities
April 18, 2023
Christian Barrientos is a firm believer in “there is power behind sharing your story.” Speaking to the South Carolina Latino Student Summit at Lander University, Barrientos told his personal story…
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Outstanding Educators from Piedmont Technical College Honored
April 18, 2023
Three Piedmont Technical College (PTC) employees were honored recently as Outstanding Educators for the 2022-2023 academic year by the South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) at its annual conference in…
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Special Election for Open Seat on Laurens County School District 55 Board
April 17, 2023
The Laurens County Voter Registration & Elections office has given notice that a non-partisan special election for Laurens County School District 55 will be held at Precincts fixed by law…
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PTC Foundation 5K Participants Bring the Sunshine on a Cloudy Day
April 17, 2023
Runners and walkers in the Piedmont Technical College Foundation’s 2nd Annual Spring Forward for Student Success 5K Run/Walk brought their own brand of sunshine to an otherwise wet course beneath…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Announces Launch of 8th Judicial Circuit Regional Human Trafficking Task Force
April 17, 2023Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the launch of the 8th Judicial Circuit Regional Human Trafficking Task Force from the steps of the Greenwood County Courthouse. The regional task force was…
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Laurens County School District 55 Receives an Award for Safety Made Clear Campaign
April 17, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) received the Golden Achievement Award from the South Carolina National School Public Relations Association (SC NSPRA) for their “Laurens 55: Safety Made Clear”…
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History Lunch and Learn at Laurens County Museum – “Henry and John Laurens…Tragic Heroes” Revolutionary War Lecture
April 17, 2023
Historian and author Richard Fowler will discuss the tragic tale of Henry and John Laurens, a father and son who were on the front lines of the struggle for independence…
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Laurens City Council Meeting Agenda – April 18
April 17, 2023
Laurens City Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 18 at 214 Church Street in Laurens. The agenda is below for those interested in attending. All…
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Laurens County Cancer Association Seeks Community Support for Client Needs
April 17, 2023
“One person can make a difference and everyone should try.” ~ John F. Kennedy The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) is asking the community to help them and make a…
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Postal Service Rate Increase Pending
April 16, 2023
On April 10th 2023, the United States Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of mailing services price changes to take effect July 9, 2023. The new…
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2023 Senior Art Exhibit Features Talented Clinton Student Among Trio of College Artists
April 16, 2023
Presbyterian College’s Senior Art Exhibition at Harper Gallery features the works of seniors Taylor Cunningham, Cydni Miller, and Matthew Duncan. The exhibition is open to the public from noon to…
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Swearing-In Ceremony for Laurens Mayor and Council Members Set for April 18
April 16, 2023
The City of Laurens will be hosting a ceremony for recently elected city officials who will take their oaths of office on Tuesday, April 18 at 4pm at Laurens Pedestrian…
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Clinton Economic Development Corporation Posts RFP for Redeveloping 100 and 102 West Main Street
April 16, 2023
The Clinton Economic Development Corporation recently posted a Request For Proposal (RFP) seeking qualified developers to submit their proposals to redevelop 100 and 102 West Main Street in Clinton. The…
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Laurens Native, James “Bubba” Rawl, Tapped for New Director Position with South Carolina Department of Education
April 16, 2023
Last week James “Bubba” Rawl resigned from his position on the Laurens District 55 School Board. The resignation was a result of his new position. Rawl has been hired to…
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PC Youth Soccer Camps Announced
April 14, 2023
It’s Springtime and before you know it schools will be closing for the summer break. Now is the time parents are looking for camp options for their kids. The Presbyterian…
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Moore Talks About ‘Life After Lander’
April 13, 2023
Graduating seniors filed into Centennial Hall on Tuesday, April 11, to hear Professor of Accounting Dr. Gail Moore talk about life after Lander. Topics discussed included paycheck withholdings, the high…
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Annual Advocacy Day for Access & Independence at the South Carolina Statehouse & Streamed Live Online
April 13, 2023
The SC Access & Independence Network, in association with the SC Statewide Independent Living Council, will host Advocacy Day for Access & Independence on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, from 10…
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Hello Weekend – Round Up of Local Events
April 12, 2023
After the cold and rainy Easter weekend everyone must be looking forward to a dry weekend. The forecast looks great for Saturday and there is a long list of things…
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Straight Street of Laurens to Hold Sign Dedication
April 12, 2023
Straight Street of Laurens recently reopened its doors under the leadership of Van Tumblin as Executive Director. This weekend they will their new digital sign in memory of King and…
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Carolina Land Company Sells Laurens Recreational Tract
April 12, 2023
Carolina Land Company recently represented the Seller of 40 acres on Elmore Road in Laurens, SC in the sale of his family property. The buyer, a Greenville County resident, purchased…
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Lander College of Business to Host Transfer Webinar for SC Technical College Students
April 12, 2023
Lander University’s College of Business is hosting a live, interactive webinar for South Carolina’s technical college students who are interested in transferring to Lander to complete a bachelor’s or master’s…
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LCSD 55 Volunteer Appreciation Week – April 17-21
April 12, 2023
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) would like to thank and acknowledge our incredible volunteers who give so much of their time to our district. Thank you for your…
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City of Clinton to Hold Career Paths Field Study Day – Investing in the Future of Clinton
April 12, 2023
The City of Clinton and Piedmont Tech will host a Career Paths Field Study Day for 2023 graduating from Laurens District 56 & 55, Piedmont Tech, and Presbyterian College on…
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United Community Bank reveals upcoming construction plans for Laurens branch
April 12, 2023
As part of its commitment to investing in the Laurens community, United Community Bank is excited to announce the next step to improve its downtown Laurens branch. Construction will begin…
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Laurens County First Steps Reschedules Child Abuse Prevention Event – Partners with Main Street Laurens
April 11, 2023
Laurens County First Steps (LCFS) has announced that the Child Abuse Prevention – Celebrating Safe Children event scheduled for Friday, April 14th has been postponed due to the threat of…
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Life Line Screening at Westminster Presbyterian Church on April 17
April 11, 2023
Life Line Screening assesses nearly 1 million people each year for risks of stroke and cardiovascular disease. According to their website, for 4 out of 5 people who have a…
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Tyanna Porter Helps Create a Welcoming Environment for Prospective Students
April 11, 2023
Lander University senior nursing major Tyanna Porter, of Union, loves getting the chance to meet prospective students while leading tours as a presidential ambassador. “I enjoy being able to talk…
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Clinton Middle and Clinton High Win State Science Olympiad at The Citadel
April 11, 2023
Saturday, April 1, is usually reserved for harmless pranks and practical jokes; however, on the first Saturday of April and the first day of Spring Break, two Clinton teams had…
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ZF Donates 14 Transmissions to PTC Auto Tech Program
April 11, 2023
ZF Transmissions in Gray Court recently donated 14 transmissions to the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Automotive Technology Program. Just as a transmission regulates the speed of an engine power directed…
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Earth Day Community Clean Ups Scheduled for April
April 11, 2023
Throughout the month of April, Laurens County residents are coming together to celebrate Earth Day by participating in various community cleanups across Laurens County. Residents are encouraged to join in…
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Laurens Annual Sip & Stroll – Tickets Still Available for April 21st Event
April 11, 2023
Merchants, music and wine all combine for a fun evening at Main Street Laurens’ annual Sip & Stroll event. This year the event will take place on Friday, April 21,…
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LushAcres 2nd Annual Spring Festival and LC Buzz Discount Available
April 10, 2023
Much has changed at LushAcres Farm and Market since they opened just a few years ago. While work has been done on the farm, plans have also been in the…
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Financial Literacy Month Tip: Automated Contributions Can Grow Your 529 Savings
April 10, 2023
It’s April! The flowers, the trees, the birds, even the seasonal allergies signal spring is here. It’s always refreshing – aside from the allergies – to welcome a new season…
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Lander University’s Spring Commencement Set For May 3
April 10, 2023
Commencement exercises for Lander University’s spring graduating class of 2023 will be held on Wednesday, May 3, in Finis Horne Arena. 11 a.m. ceremony Graduates from the College of Business,…
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Laurens County Museum Launches Membership Drive and Highlights 2022 Achievements
April 10, 2023
The Laurens County Museum recently held a press conference to announce the launch of a two-month membership drive and highlight achievements in recent years. During the months of April and…
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Need Help with Diapers? Diaper Drive Thru Scheduled for April 11
April 10, 2023
What is a “Diaper Drive Thru” you ask? It’s a convenient way for parents and guardians of young children to get a little help with diapers and wipes. It started…
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Spaulding Group Ranks 10th in Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ Top 25 Team Award Category
April 10, 2023
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner, REALTORS announced that Spaulding Group was honored with a Top 25 Team Award, which recognizes the top 25 teams in the global network for…
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Swing a Club for a Cause – Laurens County Cancer Association Golf Tournament
April 10, 2023
Calling all golfers! The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) will hold their annual charity golf tournament on Monday, April 24 at Musgrove Mill Golf Course. Registration for a 4-person team…
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B.C., Wizard of Id Cartoonist Mastroianni to Deliver Artist Lecture at PTC
April 6, 2023
Back by popular demand, B.C. and Wizard of Id cartoonist Mason Mastroianni is the April presenter in the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Visiting Artist Lecture Series. He will be on…
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Rootimentary to Host Special Wine Dinner with Limited Seating
April 5, 2023
Rootimentary has just announced a special, limited seating, wine dinner featuring Rabble Wine on Monday, April 17 at 6:30 pm. The evening will include an all-new chef’s menu of five…
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Governor McMaster Declares April Month of the Military Child
April 5, 2023
On Wednesday, April 5, Governor McMaster declared April as Month of the Military Child in South Carolina. Throughout the month, several events are taking place across South Carolina to recognize…
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Laurens City Fire Department Receives Fire Safe South Carolina Designation for 2022
April 5, 2023
Fire Safe South Carolina (FSSC) and its partners recently recognized 132 fire departments across the state for their active participation in developing community risk reduction (CRR) plans for their jurisdictions…
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Laurens County Republican Party Holds County Convention to Elect New Leadership
April 5, 2023
The Laurens County Republican Party held their bi-annual county convention on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Ridge in Laurens. The purpose of the convention is to elect county party…
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Meltdown in Dixie Screening with the Echo Project at Presbyterian College
April 5, 2023
The Center for Creative Partnerships of Orangeburg and The Echo Project is bringing the South Carolina focused documentary film Meltdown In Dixie to Laurens County for a community screening on…
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PC Chamber Orchestra Spring Concert April 11
April 5, 2023
The Presbyterian College Chamber Orchestra will hold their Spring Concert on Tuesday, April 11 at 7:30 pm. The concert will feature Symphony No. 2 by Joseph Bolongne, the first classical music…
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Diaper Drive Thru in Laurens at NEW Location on April 11
April 5, 2023
The next Diaper Drive Thru will be held on April 11 from 4-6 pm, Wattsville Drug, 24 Sirrine Street in Laurens. This is a new location and combined with the…
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PC Student Newspaper and Editor-in-Chief Take Top Awards at SC Press Association Collegiate Division Awards
April 5, 2023
Presbyterian College’s student newspaper, The BlueStocking, made its mark on this year’s S.C. Press Association Collegiate Division awards, including a massive win for editor-in-chief Mitchell Mercer as Journalist of the…
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The Lumberyard Craft Beer and Wine Bar Announces Grand Opening – April 15
April 5, 2023
The Lumberyard Craft Beer and Wine Bar in downtown Clinton, SC has set their grand opening for Saturday, April 15 starting at 12 pm. The event will feature a wide…
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Hospice of Laurens County – More About Living Than Dying
April 5, 2023
For most of us, the word hospice conjures up thoughts of “end of life” and dying with dignity and minimal pain. At Hospice of Laurens County, it’s less about dying…
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