Laurens District Genealogical Society Meeting Set for September 11
September 1, 2025
The Laurens District Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Laurens County Museum, located at 116 South Public Square in…
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Fall Festival Returns to LushAcres Farm & Market Every Saturday, Sept. 27–Oct. 25
September 1, 2025
LushAcres Farm & Market in Clinton is welcoming the season with its family-friendly Fall Festival, held every Saturday from September 27 through October 25, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on…
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Big Air Laurens Brings Back Toddler Time and Mid-Day Madness
August 31, 2025
Big Air Laurens is making Wednesdays and Thursdays extra fun with the return of Toddler Time and Mid-Day Madness, giving families and kids of all ages a safe and exciting…
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Kevin Hines Survived Suicide Attempt, Devotes Life to Giving Back
August 31, 2025
Kevin Hines’ father drove him to college on Sept. 24, 2000, told his son that he loved him and drove away thinking that they would have dinner that evening. But…
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SBA Sets December Deadline for Banks to Follow Trump’s “Fair Banking” Order
August 31, 2025
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has told banks and lenders that take part in its loan programs they must follow President Trump’s new “Fair Banking” executive order. The rule is…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Secures School Resource Officer for Every School in the State
August 31, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster was joined today by Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) officials, members of the General Assembly, and other state and local leaders to announce that final funding has…
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THRIVE Laurens County to Host Free Community Event on September 18
August 30, 2025
THRIVE Laurens County, a local initiative dedicated to fostering health, connection, and wellness in our rural communities, will host a free community event on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 5:00 PM…
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Here we grow again: Lander begins fall 2025 with record-setting enrollment
August 29, 2025
Lander University is once again shattering enrollment records, launching the 2025-26 academic year with the most students in the University’s 153-year history. This marks the 10th consecutive year of growth…
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Fountain Inn Fire Department Recognized for Excellence in Training Management
August 28, 2025
The City of Fountain Inn Fire Department is proud to announce that it has been recognized by Lexipol, the leading provider of solutions that empower performance excellence in public safety,…
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Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series
August 27, 2025
Inaugural Column — August 2025 The Laurens County Buzz is proud to introduce a new monthly feature — Echoes & Insights: The Laurens County Series. Beginning this month, readers will be invited to…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Draws Large Crowd to Laurens County GOP Freedom BBQ
August 27, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party welcomed nearly 100 attendees to its Third Annual Freedom BBQ, held this week with featured speaker South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson. The evening blended…
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Laurens County Citizens on Land Use and Zoning Task Force to Meet August 28
August 27, 2025
The Laurens County Citizens on Land Use and Zoning Task Force will hold its next meeting on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Complex East, located…
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Lights on the Lake Returns This Saturday with Music, Football, and Fireworks
August 27, 2025
Lake Greenwood’s signature summer celebration, Lights on the Lake 2025, is set for this Saturday, August 30, at the Fellowship Camp & Conference Center. The annual tradition promises an afternoon…
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LCWSC Approves 25-Year Masterplan to Strengthen Water and Wastewater Systems
August 26, 2025
The Laurens County Water & Sewer Commission (LCWSC) has taken a major step toward ensuring reliable water and wastewater service for decades to come. At its July Commission meeting, LCWSC…
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Laurens Police Department Reminds Residents to Secure Vehicles and Valuables
August 26, 2025
The Laurens Police Department is reminding residents to take simple precautions that can make a big difference in keeping the community safe. Officers are urging citizens to lock their vehicles…
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Martha Franks to Honor Four Employees for 40 Years of Faithful Service
August 26, 2025
Martha Franks Retirement Community will host an Employee Awards Ceremony on Thursday, September 11, at 2:00pm and part of that celebration will be to honor four dedicated employees who have…
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SCDOR Named 2025 PEBA Partners Award Overall Winner
August 26, 2025
The SCDOR has been named the 2025 Overall winner of the PEBA Partners award by the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA). PEBA awards this honor annually to the…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson leads 44 AGs demanding Big Tech end predatory AI targeting of kids
August 26, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that he is leading a coalition of 44 state and territory attorneys general in sending a clear warning to the world’s biggest…
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Laurens CPW and City of Clinton Land Nearly $1.8M for Grid Resilience Upgrades
August 26, 2025
Laurens County will see significant investment in its electric infrastructure following Santee Cooper’s approval of a second round of Grid Resilience Grants. Two local utilities—Laurens Commission of Public Works (CPW)…
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The City of Fountain Inn Hosts Public Awareness Event on South Carolina Excavating Guidelines
August 26, 2025
Fountain Inn Natural Gas (FING), in partnership with South Carolina 811 (SC811), recently hosted a public awareness event to educate the local emergency responders and the utility community on safe…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2025 Angel Charities
August 26, 2025
Today, South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards. Each year, the Secretary of State honors…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Responds to False Threats at South Carolina Schools and Universities
August 25, 2025
South Carolina Attorney General and gubernatorial candidate Alan Wilson issued the following statement in response to recent false alarms and hoaxes impacting schools and college campuses across the state: “As…
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Laurens County Museum Gala Marks 20 Years of Preserving History
August 25, 2025
Event highlights two decades of growth while emphasizing the vital role of members and supporters. The Laurens County Museum celebrated a milestone on Saturday evening with its 20th Anniversary Gala,…
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Weekend Earthquake Swarm Shakes Upstate — Tremors Felt in Laurens County
August 25, 2025
Residents across Laurens County reported feeling the ground move this weekend as a series of small earthquakes rattled the Upstate. The strongest, a magnitude 3.0 quake just after midnight Saturday,…
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Friday Night Lights: Laurens County Week 1 Scores (Aug. 22, 2025)
August 25, 2025
The 2025 high school football season opened across Laurens County on Friday night, and all four county teams were in action. Fans packed stadiums from Laurens to Woodruff as the…
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City of Laurens August Council Meeting: Youth Council Openings, Fall Events, and Key Votes
August 25, 2025
Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The City of Laurens Council covered a full slate of community announcements and city business at its August meeting, highlighting youth engagement opportunities, upcoming fall events,…
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Laurens Academy’s Nathan Bell Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week
August 25, 2025
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for the opening week of the South Carolina High School football season, August 22nd, the Player of the week is…
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Clinton City Council Holds Strategic Planning Work Session
August 23, 2025
On Wednesday, August 20, the City of Clinton held a special strategic work session to begin shaping a long-term vision for the community. City Manager Joey Meadors opened the meeting…
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Community Health Hub Event in Clinton: A Step Towards Better Health
August 23, 2025
The Clinton Branch is hosting a free Community Health Hub event aimed at supporting better health and wellness in the community. Join us on Wednesday, August 27, from 3:00–5:00 PM…
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DPH Warns of Youth Vaping Risks: Flavored Vapes, High Nicotine Levels Fuel Addiction Among Teens
August 23, 2025
As a new school year begins, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) is sharing information about the serious risks of youth e-cigarette use/vaping. Flavored e-cigarettes/vapes containing dangerously high…
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Laurens County Community Theatre Announces 2025–26 Season Lineup
August 23, 2025
The Laurens County Community Theatre (LCCT) has announced its 2025–26 season, featuring three exciting productions that promise something for everyone. Rehearsals are already underway for the season opener, Shrek the…
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Greenwood Mayor Honors Lander Bass Fishing Champions with Proclamation
August 23, 2025
Lander University’s bass fishing champions Andrew Blanton and Garrett Smith received a special honor this week as Greenwood Mayor Brandon Smith proclaimed August 22, 2025, as “Andrew Blanton and Garrett…
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Four Earthquakes Rumble Across Upstate: What You Felt Last Night
August 23, 2025
A series of four light earthquakes rattled the Upstate in the early hours of Saturday, sparking chatter across the region around Laurens and Greenwood counties. According to Earthquake Track’s logging…
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Rabies Confirmed in Laurens and Four Other Counties; Pets and Livestock Exposed
August 21, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a bobcat, fox, two raccoons, and a skunk have tested positive for rabies in separate incidents. In Aiken County, the…
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Prominent Historical Actors to Portray Jefferson, Adams for Constitution Day at Lander
August 21, 2025
Lander University’s Jackson Lecture Series will host an event featuring celebrated historical actors from American Historical Theatre in honor of Constitution Day. The performance will take place onWednesday, September 17…
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Moultrie Moves to Reservation-Only for Weekend Dinner Service
August 20, 2025
Moultrie, Laurens’ new fine dining destination, has announced that Friday and Saturday dinner service will now be reservation only. The change comes just 90 days after opening, as steady growth…
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House of Pizza Clinton Now Hiring: Join their Dream Team
August 19, 2025
House of Pizza in Clinton is looking for enthusiastic and dependable individuals to join their team. The popular local restaurant is now hiring for several positions, including cooks, host/hostess, servers,…
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Lander Journalism Professor Named to Duke Energy Regional Advisory Board
August 19, 2025
Dr. Robert Stevenson, a highly respected journalism professor at Lander University, has been named to the Duke Energy Regional Advisory Board for Upstate South Carolina. Duke’s Regional Advisory Boards are…
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Third Thursday Concert Series Returns August 21 with Flashback—The Party Band
August 19, 2025
Downtown Clinton’s Third Thursday Concert Series continues on Thursday, August 21, with Flashback—The Party Band bringing an evening of beach music to The Depot. Businesses downtown will open early for…
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DPH, Prisma Health Officials Highlight Importance of Vaccinations During Immunization Awareness Month Event
August 19, 2025
As part of National Immunization Awareness Month, the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) and Prisma Health held a press conference today at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital—Upstate focusing on…
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South Carolina National Guard Troops Deployed to Washington, D.C.
August 19, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has authorized the deployment of 200 South Carolina National Guard soldiers to Washington, D.C., following a request from the Pentagon. The soldiers, part of the 4-118th Combined…
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PC Choir Announces 2026 “Sounds of the Alps” Tour
August 19, 2025
The Presbyterian College Choir is preparing for a once-in-a-lifetime musical journey across Austria during Spring Break 2026 — and choir alumni are invited to join the adventure. From March 6–14,…
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City of Laurens Launches “Talk of the Town” Forum with Mayor Senn
August 19, 2025
Laurens residents are invited to a new opportunity to share their voices directly with city leadership through Talk of the Town, a pop-in forum designed to connect the community with…
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Lander Move-In, By the Numbers
August 19, 2025
Before the fall semester begins, Lander University staff, faculty and administrators spend months coordinating the many logistical pieces needed to ease the transition from home to campus for students. It…
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Presbyterian College’s Class of 2025 embarks on bright futures
August 19, 2025
New graduates pursue top graduate programs, land dream jobs, and make history in athletics and public service From doctoral programs at prestigious universities to professional sports contracts and global teaching…
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Laurens YMCA to Offer Free LIVESTRONG® Program for Cancer Survivors
August 19, 2025
The Laurens YMCA will launch a new session of the LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA program this September, offering cancer survivors a free 12-week opportunity to regain strength, improve endurance, and…
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Final Federal Reimbursement Secures Completion of Charleston Harbor Deepening
August 19, 2025
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham joined South Carolina Ports Authority President and CEO Barbara Melvin and Lt. Col. Todd Mainwaring of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District to announce…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson issues Parental Rights Guide
August 19, 2025
Attorney General Alan Wilson today released the 2025–2026 Parental Rights Guide, equipping parents with key federal, state, and local laws. Last week, a federal court ruling allowed bathroom access to…
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Last Call for Tickets: Laurens County Museum’s 20th Birthday Gala
August 18, 2025
The Laurens County Museum’s 20th Birthday Gala is almost here, and this is the final call to secure your tickets for an evening of celebration and community support on Saturday,…
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Story Time Greatest Hits & LEGO® Free Build: Fun for All Ages!
August 18, 2025
Families are invited to join us for two exciting events celebrating creativity and fun this August! Story Time Greatest Hits – Summer PreviewSing a song, hear a story, and make…
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