Nine Varieties of Poinsettia Available at PTC Fundraising Sale this Weekend
November 29, 2022
The Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Horticulture Program’s Annual Poinsettia Sale is planned for Dec. 2-3, 2022. This year, there are nine breathtaking varieties of poinsettia to choose from. All plants…
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LashAcres Announces Revised Hours for Saturday, December 3
November 29, 2022
LushAcres is changing their market hours for Saturday, December 3rd. They will be open from 1-5 pm. Their Artisan Market will be open and the Snack Shack will offer delicious…
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Clinton Native, Andy Howard Announces Candidacy for Clinton City Council Ward 6
November 29, 2022
Andy Howard is a Clinton native. He spent eight years in the United States Marine Corps traveling the world in service to our country and in the end, he chooses…
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Laurens Commission on Public Works Announces Changes to Office Hours Effective in January
November 29, 2022
The Laurens Commission of Public Works’ office hours are changing. Starting in January our new office hours will be: 8:00 am-5:00 pm Monday – Thursday 8:00 am-11:30 am on Friday…
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Rootimentary in Laurens Now Taking Reservations for December 6 and Beyond
November 28, 2022
It’s the news so many have been waiting for… Yes, Rootimentary is ready to open and provide Laurens County with a unique dining experience that before now has been missing.…
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“Midnight at the Museum” New Year’s Eve Event
November 28, 2022
The Laurens County Museum will bring a celebration to our county with “Midnight at the Museum “, a New Year’s Eve Fundraising Finale on Saturday, December 31, 2022, from 8:00…
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Laurens County 4-H to host Showcase Workshop
November 28, 2022
To prepare for the SC 4-H Showcase, Laurens County 4-H will be hosting a Showcase Workshop on Saturday, January 7th, 2023 from 3 to 6 PM at the Joe Adair…
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PC Pharmacy School Flu Shot Clinic for Underinsured/Uninsured Individuals
November 28, 2022
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy will host a flu shot clinic on Thursday, December 1st at no charge to underinsured or uninsured patients. The Flu Vaccine Clinic will be held…
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Kingdom Come Vocal Ensemble to Spread the Joy of Christmas with Two Concerts
November 28, 2022
The Kingdom Come Vocal Ensemble will perform two holiday concerts for the public enjoyment. Come experience the Joy of Christmas with the music of Kingdom Come Vocal Ensemble at Laurens…
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American Revolution Essay Contest – What happened Here?
November 28, 2022
In anticipation of our country’s 250th anniversary coming up, the local Sullivan-Dunklin DAR Chapter is sponsoring an essay contest, “What Happened Here During the American Revolution.” The contest is open…
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Laurens Christmas Market Provides Unique Shopping Experience
November 27, 2022
Thanksgiving weekend launched the holiday shopping season and there are plenty of options to shop local. The City of Laurens is hosting the first “Laurens Christmas Market” a curated outdoor…
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Lander, Self Regional Celebrate Grand Opening of Nursing Skills Simulation Center
November 27, 2022
More than 100 participants from Self Regional, Lander University and the surrounding Greenwood community gathered on the front lawn of what was formerly known as the American Legion Building Tuesday,…
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Laurens County Farmer Wins First Place at Sunbelt Ag Expo
November 21, 2022
Last month the Sunbelt Ag Expo was held inn Moultrie, Georgia. Among the competitions was the Southeastern Hay contest and this year’s winner is from Laurens County. Mr. Reed Edwards…
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Stewart Owens Announces Candidacy for Clinton City Council Ward 4
November 21, 2022
Clinton resident and business owner, Stewart Owens, has announced his intent to run for Clinton City Council Ward 4 seat. Filing opens in late December and the election is March…
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Laurens County Republican Party Hosting Festive Christmas Gathering
November 21, 2022
The Laurens County Republican Party is hosting a festive Christmas gathering on December 6 at 7 pm in the Magnolia Room of the Laurens County Museum. “Christmas is a special…
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Laurens County Humane Society in Need of Financial Support to Maintain Operations
November 21, 2022
The Laurens County Humane Society (LCHS) has been in operation since July 2015. They are a no-kill adoption center that accepts owner surrender dogs and cats as space permits. Using…
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County Council Meeting – November 22 Agenda
November 21, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 22. Due to the renovations of the historic courthouse on the square, County Council is meeting at…
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Poole’s Christmas Light Show in Enoree opens Thanksgiving Day.
November 21, 2022
Who doesn’t love a good light show! Poole’s Christmas Light Show in Enoree opens Thanksgiving Day. They have two light displays, one is a spectacular synchronized light show and the…
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The Patch – Christmas Season Opens Wednesday
November 21, 2022
It’s time to deck the halls! The Patch in Mountville will open Wednesday with fresh cut trees. On Friday and Saturday, November 25 and 26 the Christmas market will also…
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District 55 Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy Learns from Local Leaders
November 20, 2022
Students in the Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy are learning from local leaders. Last month, Prisma Health hosted the students and they heard from John Coleman of Laurens County Development Corporation and…
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PTC Libraries are Rolling with the Times
November 20, 2022
They used to be quiet places where people tiptoed and whispered or fingered though ancient card catalogs searching for titles amid sprawling book stacks. The emerging 21st century library is…
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Thanksgiving for Lander students featured elaborate meals, traditions
November 20, 2022
From services in the chapel to a sumptuous holiday meal, the Rev. Samuel Lander and his wife, Laura McPherson Lander, established festive traditions to ensure that Thanksgiving was memorable for…
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LPD Welcomes New Corporal
November 20, 2022
Laurens Police Department is excited to announce the newest member of the Laurens Police Department, Corporal Eric Center. Cpl. Center was born and raised in Greenville County and is a 2010…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Fights Attempt to Shutter South Carolina’s Faith-Based Foster Agencies
November 20, 2022
Lawsuit Threatens S.C. Foster Children, Religious Liberty In a new filing, Governor Henry McMaster called upon the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina to protect the state’s…
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Chamber Supports Local Merchants with Shop Small Saturday Swag Bags
November 16, 2022
The holiday shopping season is kicking off and the Laurens County Chamber wants to make sure that Laurens County businesses are prepared. On Tuesday, November 22, local businesses can stop…
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Don’t Invite Salmonella or Other Bacteria to Holiday Meals
November 16, 2022
by Samantha Houston The 2022 holiday season is near, and a Clemson University food systems and safety agent has some tips to help keep people safe from foodborne illnesses. Turkey…
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Laurens County Chorale to Present “Gloria” a Christmas Concert
November 16, 2022
The Laurens County Chorale will present “GLORIA” their Christmas Concert on Friday, December 9th at First Presbyterian Church, Laurens and a second concert on Saturday, December 10th at Westminster Presbyterian…
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Gov. Henry McMaster and the First Family Announce the 56th Annual Governor’s Carolighting
November 15, 2022
Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster will celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the 56th Annual Governor’s Carolighting at the South Carolina State House’s north steps,…
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Friday Night Lights – Play Offs Round Three
November 15, 2022
Last week was the second week of the playoffs. The Clinton Red Devils beat Belton-Honea Path to remain undefeated. On Friday, November 18 Clinton (12-0) will host Chapman (8-4). The…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces SC is part of $3.1 Billion settlement with Walmart over opioid epidemic allegations
November 15, 2022
Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that he has reached a settlement with Walmart to resolve allegations that the company contributed to the opioid addiction crisis by failing to appropriately…
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City of Clinton, YMCA and Others Partner to Feed the Community with New Fueling Station
November 15, 2022
Some residents in Clinton and its surrounding areas have limited opportunities to be active and obtain nutritious food, however, local leaders are in the process of changing that. Wholespire recently…
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Free Admission to all SC State Parks on Black Friday
November 15, 2022
What will you be doing on Black Friday? Black Friday is considered to be the first day of the traditional Christmas shopping season known for special reduced prices offered by…
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Diaper Drive Thru for Those in Need – Tuesday, November 15 Rain or Shine
November 14, 2022
The third Diaper Drive will be held on Tuesday, November 15 from 10 am – noon in Clinton in the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot (at intersection of Highway 76…
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Clinton Veterans Day Program Recognizes Three Local Veterans
November 14, 2022
The rain moved the City of Clinton Veterans Day program inside but didn’t stop people from coming out to show their support for local Veterans. It’s often said that military…
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Elizabeth Reid Takes 11th Place at SCHSL AAA Cross Country Championship
November 14, 2022
Elizabeth Reid competed individually in the SCHSL AAA XC Championship this past weekend. She finished 11th with a time of 20:45.77 and earned All-State Honors. This is the second year…
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CHS Boys Cross Country Team Finishes 9th at SCHSL AAA Cross Country Championship
November 14, 2022
Clinton High School Boys Cross Country team has another top 10 finish at the SCHSL AAA Cross Country Championship. The team finished the season strong finishing 9th overall this past…
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LC First Steps to Offer Free Course – Parents as Teachers (PAT), Partnering with Teen Parents
November 14, 2022
Laurens County First Steps invites expectant mothers/fathers and young parents (21 years old or younger) to enroll in a no cost, but full of benefits Parents as Teachers – Partnering…
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Lander University Grand Opening & Sign Unveiling for Nursing Skills Simulation Center
November 14, 2022
A state-of-the-art simulation center designed to enhance nursing education at Lander University will be officially dedicated on Tuesday, Nov. 22. The community is invited to a grand opening and sign…
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SCBIO 2023 Life Sciences Conference Expects Record Gathering, Over 30 Speakers in Charleston; Early Registration Now Open
November 14, 2022
With the COVID-19 pandemic receding and America’s economy surging, the largest life sciences conference in Palmetto State history will convene February 21-23 in Charleston to address how South Carolina and…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson announces SC is part of historic Google settlement over location tracking practices
November 14, 2022Attorney General Alan Wilson today announced that South Carolina, along with 39 other attorneys general, has reached a $391.5 million multistate settlement with Google over its location tracking practices relating…
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Touchdown Club Names Justin Copeland of Clinton High as Player of the Week
November 14, 2022
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on November 11th, the Player of the week is senior wide receiver, defensive back and special teams…
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LCSO K9 Abel to be Featured on WSPA for First Responder Friday
November 14, 2022
Friday is First Responder Friday. Fred Cunningham with WSPA recently came to Laurens County to meet K9 Abel and his handler and learn about the important work they do. K9…
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Lander University to kick off holiday season with annual Tree Lighting celebration
November 12, 2022
Lander University invites the community to join students, faculty and staff on campus for its annual Holiday Tree Lighting celebration on Tuesday, Nov. 29. Festivities will be held from 5-8…
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“Midnight at the Museum” New Year’s Eve Event
November 12, 2022
Celebrate the new year at the Laurens County Museum! Once again, the Laurens County Museum will bring a celebration to our county with “Midnight at the Museum “, a New…
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Laurens Police Sergeant Receives Lifesaver Award
November 10, 2022
Recently Chief Grounsell awarded Sgt. Andrew Spillers with the Laurens Police Department Lifesaver Award. Spillers received the award for his quick response and action at the scene of vehicle that…
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Lander History Professor Pays Homage to Local Vets
November 10, 2022
“Langdon Liberando: An Abbevilian’s Fifty Missions Over Southern Europe,” the third book that Lander University Adjunct Professor of History Dr. Joe Camp has written about local veterans in World War…
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Tickets on Sale Now for PC’s Annual Christmas Concert
November 10, 2022
The holiday season is getting started and that means the annual “Christmas at PC” concert is just around the corner. If you’ve never attended the Christmas concert at PC, well,…
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Longtime Educator Named Engineering/Industrial Technologies Dean at PTC
November 10, 2022
Christina Knight, a longtime instructor of Engineering Design Technology and General Engineering Technology at Piedmont Technical College (PTC), has been named Dean of the college’s Engineering and Industrial Technologies Division.…
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Friday Night Lights – Play Offs Round 2
November 9, 2022
Last week was the first week of the playoffs. The Laurens Raiders lost to Indian Land to close their season. Clinton Red Devils beat Travelers rest to remain undefeated. They…
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Representative Stewart Jones Handedly Wins Third Term to South State House
November 9, 2022
South Carolina Representative, Stewart Jones (District 14) won another term in office in a sound victory over his opponent. The Buzz reached out to Jones for comment on his win…
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