Diaper Drive Thru Scheduled for January 10
January 4, 2023
The next Diaper Drive Thru will be held on Tuesday, January 10 from 10 am – noon in Clinton in the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot (at intersection of Highway…
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Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Program Scheduled for January 19
January 4, 2023
The Laurens County Museum will host another history lecture in January – “The Role of Alcohol in the American Revolution” Revolutionary War Lecture. Alcohol proved to be an important aspect…
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Fire and Ice Fashion Show in Clinton Rescheduled for April
January 4, 2023
The Fire and Ice Fashion Show originally scheduled for February has been rescheduled. The event will now be held on April 15 at 6 pm. Other details remain the same.…
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LCSD 56 is Holding a Recruitment Fair
January 4, 2023
Laurens County School District 56 is holding a recruitment fair on Saturday, January 28. The event will be held at Clinton Middle School, 800 North Adair Street in Clinton, from…
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PC Men’s Basketball Hosts Charleston Southern Saturday, January 7
January 4, 2023
Presbyterian College Men’s basketball team plays Charleston Southern at home on Saturday, January 7th at 2:00pm in a Big South Conference matchup. If you want to get out of the…
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Clemson’s Deep Orange 11 to be Showcased at Consumer Electronics Show
January 4, 2023
Clemson University is nationally known for its football team, Tiger Paw logo and distinctive shade of orange, but when alumni and faculty gather in Las Vegas for the 2023 Consumer…
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Laurens County Sheriff’s Office – 2022 Year in Review
January 4, 2023
2023 is here and while many are making New Year’s resolutions, it’s also good to look back at the prior year. The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office has done just that.…
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Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn to Seek Another Term
January 3, 2023
Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn has announced that he is seeking a second term. To those who have seen the progress of the city in recent years, that comes as welcome…
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DAODAS Director Sara Goldsby, Gov. Henry McMaster Announce S.C. Center of Excellence in Addiction
January 2, 2023
New partnership between key state agencies, state’s research universities to bolster state’s response to opioid and addiction crisis In response to the evolving addiction crisis that is impacting communities throughout…
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Randy Garrett Announces Candidacy for Mayor
December 30, 2022
Lifelong Laurens resident running for Office in 2023. L.aurens resident and former Government Affairs professional Randy Garrett has announced his intention to run for the mayoral seat in the 2023 election.…
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Candidate Filing Now Open for Non-Partisan Election in March – Several File on First Day
December 28, 2022
Candidate filing opened at noon on Wednesday, December 28 for the non-partisan elections to be held on March 7, 2023. Filing for these elections will open until noon on Friday,…
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Laurens County to End Use of 800 number for 911 Resulting in Budget Savings
December 28, 2022
It was recently announced that Laurens County Emergency Communications would be ending service of their 1-800-922-0523 number effective January 1. Historically, this number has been used by alarm companies to…
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Vault Celebrates Relocation with Ribbon Cutting
December 28, 2022
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for Vault Salon & Spa in Laurens. Vault Salon & Spa is not new to Laurens but recently relocated…
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The National Park Service Announces Entrance Fee-Free Days for 2023
December 28, 2022
The National Park Service will have five entrance free fee days in 2023 that provide free admittance to all national parks for everyone. On these significant days of commemoration or celebration,…
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Cook Up Some Good Luck with a Traditional New Year’s Day Meal
December 27, 2022
You may not be in to making New Year’s resolutions but what about that New Year’s Day meal. In the South, to set yourself up for prosperity in the new…
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New Federal Budget Includes Funding for Laurens County
December 27, 2022
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) recently announced the South Carolina projects that were included in the year-end spending bill set to be debated and voted on in both the…
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Three First Day Hikes Scheduled at Musgrove Mill State Historic Site
December 27, 2022
What better way is there to kick off the New Year than with a visit to one of our South Carolina State Parks (SCSP)? The extreme cold temperatures are in…
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New Year’s Resolutions – History and Trending for 2023
December 27, 2022
As the new year approaches thoughts of New Year’s resolutions increase. But why and when did this ritual begin? The first New Year’s resolutions are said to date back more than…
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BASF Converse celebrates Spartanburg community
December 27, 2022
BASF’s site in Converse is giving back to the community this holiday season through community volunteering and donations to key local non-profit organizations. Team members recently participated in Breakfast with…
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Fire and Ice Fashion Show to Benefit Laurens County Humane Society
December 23, 2022
The Laurens County Humane Society is in danger of closing. The City of Clinton, SC and it’s retail businesses are collaborating to create an annual event to fundraise and show…
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Lander Education Graduates Praised for ‘Grace and Grit’
December 23, 2022
Lander University’s College of Education held its pinning ceremony for fall semester graduates on Tuesday, Dec. 13, with 23 undergraduates and two graduate students receiving pins. “The students we recognize…
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Laurens Electric Cooperative Prepared for Wind and Winter Weather
December 21, 2022
Preparation and plan of action already in place. Forecasters expect gusty winds and freezing temperatures to move into our service area on Friday. High winds can cause power outages, which…
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Sadler Hughes Apothecary Announces Winner of Notable Non-Profit Community Vote
December 21, 2022
Sadler Hughes Apothecary “Notable Non-Profit” community voting has closed and the votes have been tallied. This year, the Laurens County Humane Society received the most votes, and as such, they…
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Preparing Your Home for the Frigid Weather Forecasted
December 21, 2022
It doesn’t look like we will have a white Christmas but it will definitely be a cold one. The forecast for Friday – Sunday calls for temperatures to be below…
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Lander’s Corporate Partners Program Enhances Educational Opportunities
December 21, 2022
A partnership between Lander University and six area businesses and corporations will help employees earn their bachelor’s or master’s degrees through online courses and reduced tuition fees. “Since its inception,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces participation in national settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, and Walgreens worth potentially $242 million to South Carolina
December 21, 2022Brings S.C.’s potential total recoveries from opioid cases to more than $646 million South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that he has agreed to settlements with Teva, Allergan,…
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LushAcres Farm Adds New Product Line
December 21, 2022
LushAcres Farm and Market recently announced their new product line from Faithful Foods. It’s a full line of mixes for biscuits, pancakes & waffles, desserts, dips, bread, soups, rice, and…
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CLNTA Dedicates New Tennis Scoreboards
December 21, 2022
Members of the Clinton-Laurens-Newberry Tennis Association (CLNTA) and Laurens City Parks & Recreation recently gathered at the Laurens City Park courts to dedicate new scoreboards. The scoreboards were dedicated to…
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South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services Introduces the Nation’s First State Probation and Parole Electronics Detection Canine
December 20, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) has become the nation’s first State Probation and Parole agency to acquire an Electronics Detection Canine. K-9 Chip, a…
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SCDPS Announces Sober or Slammer Enforcement, Encourages Safe Driving Ahead of Holiday Travel
December 20, 2022
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety anticipates heavy traffic on roadways ahead of holiday travel and is encouraging motorists to drive safely. The South Carolina Highway Patrol Troopers, State…
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Laurens Holds First Wreaths Across America Event
December 19, 2022
This past Saturday was Wreath’s Across America Day. It’s a day when thousands of volunteers work together to “Remember, Honor, Teach.” “We are a community which fully appreciates the cost…
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Ring in the New Year in Style!
December 19, 2022
Celebrate! Get your tickets through Friday, December 23, to celebrate the start of 2023 and the first full year of the new Laurens County Museum at “Midnight at the Museum“…
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City of Clinton Announces Winners of 2022 Spirit of Christmas Decorations
December 19, 2022
It’s hard not to notice the beautiful holiday decorations throughout the city of Clinton and in the neighborhoods. No two are alike and all are beautiful. City Council members have…
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City of Clinton Incubator Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening
December 19, 2022
Last Friday, the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce made the opening of the City of Clinton Incubator official with the celebratory ribbon cutting and grand opening. The incubator is a…
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The Pasture Steakhouse Restaurant – Coming to Clinton in January
December 19, 2022
Opening a restaurant is not for everyone. Knowledge of the food service industry, supply chain issues, and customer service can be daunting for someone new to the industry. The Pasture…
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District 55 Superintendent Dr. Thomas Named 2022 Superintendent to Watch by National School Public Relations Association
December 19, 2022
Dr. Ameca C. Thomas, Superintendent of Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55), has been selected as a 2022 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA).…
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Lander University Archives Receives Unusual Donation from Clinton Woman
December 19, 2022
Good things can come in small packages, at least as far as Dr. David Mash is concerned. Mash, Lander University’s associate director of Library Services, recently received a phone call…
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SLED Urges Holiday Shoppers to be Smart and avoid Scams and Financial Fraud
December 19, 2022
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) would like to remind everyone to be vigilant while holiday shopping. “The end of the year is unfortunately when many local law enforcement…
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SC Highway Patrol Holds Graduation Ceremony – Welcomes 37 New Troopers
December 19, 2022
The South Carolina Highway Patrol held a graduation ceremony today for 37 troopers from its Highway Patrol Basic Classes 120 and 121. The two graduating classes include five prior-certified officers and…
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Open Hire Event for New Clinton Restaurant – December 19 and 20
December 19, 2022
Want to be a part of something new in Clinton? The soon to be open restaurant, The Pasture Steakhouse Restaurant, is holding an open hire event Monday and Tuesday, December 19…
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Another Option for Coffee with the Opening of Starbucks at Exit 54 in Clinton
December 19, 2022
Coffee is the second most consumed beverage in the U.S. (behind water) with Americans drinking 400 million cups of coffee a day. In more densely populated areas you can find…
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The Pasture Steakhouse Restaurant to Open in Clinton in January
December 15, 2022
When one door closes another door opens. Many patrons of Patriots Kitchen were sad to see them close and will forever miss the food and people. In January 2023 a…
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Lander graduates encouraged to “show up” on the best and worst days
December 15, 2022
If there was one certainty for the graduates at Lander University’s 166th commencement ceremonies Wednesday (Dec. 14), it was that change is an inevitable part of life – and that…
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Chamber Community Guide Cover Photo Contest Closes December 20
December 14, 2022
Calling all local photographers! The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce wants to feature original work from a local photographer on the cover of the 2023 Laurens County Community Guide. For…
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Holiday Happenings in Laurens This Weekend
December 14, 2022
With less than two weeks until Christmas things are getting busy. While you are out and about doing your Christmas shopping here are some options for shopping and holiday…
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Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital Included in Money Magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s 2022 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care List
December 14, 2022
Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital is one of four Prisma Health facilities included in Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s 2022 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care list. Nine hospitals in…
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Touchdown Club Announces 2022 All-County Football Players and Other Awards
December 14, 2022
The Laurens County Touchdown Club Board of Directors and Player Selection Committee release the 2022 Laurens County Touchdown Club All-County Football players. New this year is a Lakelands FCA Christian Character…
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Lander Board of Trustees Freezes Tuition Eight Years in a Row
December 14, 2022
The Lander University Board of Trustees voted for the eighth consecutive year to freeze tuition and general fees during their meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 13. The vote was unanimous. Since…
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American Legion Post 25 adds Fourth Flag Box in Laurens County
December 14, 2022
The American flag has a long and rich history and there is a protocol for the proper retirement of the United States Flag. The United States Flag Code, Title 4,…
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Fountain Inn – Christmas Inn Our Town
December 14, 2022
The City of Fountain Inn – Christmas Inn Our Town has much to offer for those coming out to enjoy the holiday festivities. The carriage rides continue to be very…
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