Gov. Henry McMaster Signs Executive Order to Coordinate State’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Roll-out
October 17, 2022
Last week Governor Henry McMaster signed Executive Order 2022-31, which formalizes the governor’s efforts to coordinate the future roll-out of the state’s electric vehicle infrastructure. The governor’s order prioritizes the…
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Lander Expert Explains ‘Why We Create Monsters’
October 17, 2022
Lander University’s community lecture series continued at the Greenwood Arts Center on Tuesday, Oct. 11, with Assistant Professor of English Dr. Rachel Scoggins’s presentation, “Why We Create Monsters.” Scoggins, who…
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Fountain Inn Welcomes New City Clerk and Fire Chief
October 17, 2022
The City of Fountain Inn adds two staff members to senior administration. At a City Council Meeting held on October 13 two new senior staff members were sworn in to…
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Lander University Recognizes Three Alumni for Outstanding Record of Service
October 17, 2022
“It’s not every day that we have the opportunity to recognize our alumni for the good work they do in their communities,” Lander University President Richard Cosentino said during Lander’s…
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PC Music Department to Host Faculty Recital Tuesday October 18th
October 17, 2022
Dr. Richard Thomas and Andrew Sheffield will present a duo recital on October 18 at 7:30 pm in Edmunds Hall on the Presbyterian College campus. The program will feature music…
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Seasoned Healthcare Executive Joins PTC Area Commission
October 13, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Area Commissioner from Abbeville, Anita M. Butler. Retired in 2020 from Spartanburg Regional Health Care System, Butler…
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United Community Bank to renovate West Main St. in the new year
October 13, 2022
As part of its commitment to investing in the Laurens community, United Community Bank will begin extensive renovations to improve its downtown Laurens branch beginning in early 2023. Due to…
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South Carolina students achieve moderate gains on ACT
October 12, 2022
The ACT® has released 2022 assessment data for South Carolina high school students who took the ACT test. South Carolina public school students saw a moderate increase in the average…
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LC School District 55 to Host Education Career Fair
October 12, 2022
Laurens County School District 55 will host an Education Career Fair on October 20 in hopes of filling many open positions. They are hiring a School Psychologist, Speech Language Professional,…
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Lake Greenwood Boundary Line Agreement Process Changing
October 12, 2022
Greenwood County Council will be considering a proposed change to Lake Greenwood boundary line agreement process at their meeting on Tuesday, October 18. This proposal is a change in focus…
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Support for Local Diaper Drives Grows – Fourth Diaper Drop Location Announced
October 12, 2022
The first Diaper Drive in Laurens County was a big success and interest in supporting the initiative continues to grow. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices C. Dan Joyner Realtors in Clinton has…
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Fall Festival at The Vestibule Coffee & Tea this Saturday.
October 12, 2022
It’s Fall so there are many festival options locally and here is another one for you to consider. The Vestibule Coffee & Tea (310B E. Carolina Ave.) in Clinton is…
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PC Women’s Soccer Team Senior Night – Community Invited
October 12, 2022
Presbyterian College and the Women’s Soccer team invites the community to come out for senior night October 15 at 7:00 pm at Martin Stadium. Prior to the game they will…
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Piedmont Tech Extends No-Cost Option Through Summer 2023
October 12, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) is extending its No Cost for Tuition Option through Summer 2023. “The fact that enrollment has been up since we offered this option — 17 percent…
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Friday Night Lights – Week 9
October 12, 2022
Last week marked week 8 of high school football. Clinton Red Devils remain undefeated this far in the season. Here’s the lineup for all local teams this Friday… Here’s the…
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Laurens District 55 High School Students Kick Off Chick-fil-A Leader Academy™ 2022-2023
October 12, 2022
This year, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy™ will be partnering with Laurens District 55 High School to provide curriculum opportunities that teach students important leadership skills to help make a difference in…
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Clinton High School Girls Tennis Team Takes 2022 Region IV AAA Title
October 12, 2022
The Clinton High School Girls Tennis Team is the 2022 Region IV AAA Champions after completing the season with a perfect in-conference record. The team, led by Coach Clovis Simmons,…
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Ambition Drives Piedmont Tech Alum to Achieve His Dreams
October 11, 2022
It can be a little bit awkward when you climb the career ladder and eventually become the “boss” of your former co-workers. Piedmont Technical College (PTC) alumnus Ellis Belton can…
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SC victims’ services groups awarded more than $32 million in grants
October 11, 2022Groups that help crime victims across South Carolina will soon be getting more than $32 million in federal and state grants. The S.C. Public Safety Coordinating Council formally approved the…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – October 11 Agenda
October 10, 2022
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, October 11. The meeting location is the old historic courthouse on the square in Laurens and the meeting…
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Palmetto Brothers Dispensary Rallies to Support Local Restaurant after Vandalism Incident
October 10, 2022
On Saturday, October 8, a local favorite, Roma Italian Restaurant, located on Laurens’ historic Square, was vandalized, and robbed. The incident kept Roma from being open on Sunday and upset…
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The History of Clinton is Rich and the Future is Bright
October 10, 2022
By Joseph Dyches One of the greatest things about a thriving downtown is that it can rarely be defined by a single building or business. In many cases, a small…
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Laurens Squealin’ on the Square Draws Large Crowds
October 10, 2022
Squealin’ on the Square celebrated its 21st birthday over the weekend. A great time was had by all. And even though Hurricane Ian delayed the fun, the festival was able…
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Touchdown Club Names Jordan Roberts of Laurens District High School Player of the Week
October 10, 2022
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on October 7th, the Player of the week is senior linebacker, running back and special team player…
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Clemson to work with the University at Buffalo to help older adults recognize online scams and disinformation through $5 million-grant
October 10, 2022
Cybercrime is an epidemic among the older US population, and last year, more than 92,000 U.S. adults aged 60 and over reported being victims of online scams, according to the…
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City of Laurens Demands Improved Waste Removal Service – Hires Locally Owned Trash Service
October 10, 2022
The City of Laurens has given notice that it will terminate its contract with Green For Life (GFL), formerly Waste Industries, Inc., and replace the provider when its contract expires…
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Four Prisma Health hospitals recognized on Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care
October 10, 2022
Baptist Hospital and Baptist Parkridge Hospital in Columbia, Laurens County Hospital in Laurens and Tuomey Hospital in Sumter were included in Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s Best Hospitals for…
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Laurens County Museum to Host to Revolutionary War Lectures in October
October 10, 2022
The Laurens County Museum will host two more lectures in the new Revolutionary War Lecture Series about three of South Carolina’s most revered patriots. Historian and Battlefield Preservationist Durant Ashmore…
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Lander Offers Graduate School Fair
October 10, 2022
Lander University students thinking about continuing their education beyond a bachelor’s degree learned about some of their options on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at this semester’s graduate school fair. One of…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Requests Law Enforcement Analysis Following Hoax Phone Calls to Schools
October 7, 2022
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster wrote a letter today to South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel requesting that the agency work with local law enforcement and…
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Friday Night Lights – Week 8
October 6, 2022
Hurricane Ian changed the schedule of games last week but things are back to normal this week. Here’s the lineup for this Friday: Laurens Academy (3-4) – no game Clinton…
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Squealin’ on the Square this Weekend
October 5, 2022
Squealin’ on the Square was postponed a week because of forecasted bad weather from Hurricane Ian. Finally, the wait is over. The much anticipated event will be this weekend. The…
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Laurens Police Department Adds Administrative Assistant
October 5, 2022
Chief Grounsell and the Laurens Police Department welcome the newest member of the team, Margaret Ruse, who is the Executive Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Police and a Class…
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Thornwell Celebrates One Year of A.R.C. Residential Program with Opening of New Cottage
October 5, 2022
Thornwell’s A.R.C. Program is the only one of its kind in the Southeastern U.S. Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and…
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Laurens County Resident “Skills Up” for Higher Earning Potential
October 5, 2022
September was Workforce Development Month in South Carolina. There is a real need for technically trained individuals. With short-term training a person can tap into careers with good earning potential…
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Meet the PTC 2022-23 Presidential Ambassadors
October 5, 2022
Each year, Piedmont Technical College (PTC) officials hand-pick some of the college’s most promising students to serve as Presidential Ambassadors to represent the college at campus events, provide campus tours,…
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Barbells, BBQ and Music at CrossFit864
October 5, 2022
CrossFit864 will host another Barbells, BBQ and Music event on Thursday, October 6 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the gym located at 207 W. Pitts Street in Clinton. “The weather is…
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The Brew – Chamber to Host Local Networking Session October 19
October 5, 2022
The Laurens County Chamber is brewing something up again. In partnership with Main Street Clinton, the Chamber is hosting the next edition of “The Brew” on October 19 from 8…
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Laurens County Chamber Partners with Greenwood Chamber for Business After Hours at South Bend Winery
October 5, 2022
The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce and the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce are joining forces or an evening of fun and networking. The Business after Hours event will be held…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis launches From Our Future Scholars to Yours Campaign
October 4, 2022
Staff share their stories as part of SC’s 529 plan’s 20th anniversary State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today the launch of a new social media campaign promoting South Carolina’s Future…
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Silent Witness Ceremony Honored 2022 Victims of Fatal Domestic Violence – Includes Two from Laurens County
October 4, 2022
Ceremony Held During National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Attorney General Alan Wilson led participants through the 25th annual Silent Witness Domestic Violence ceremony that was held today at the…
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The “Sesqui Series” Men ‘invade’ Lander classrooms in the 1940s
October 4, 2022
For more than 70 years, the only males at Lander College, the forerunner of Lander University, were visitors or members of the faculty or staff. That changed in 1944 when…
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LCSO Adds Firearm Detection Dog
October 4, 2022
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has added a firearm detection dog. K9 Abel joins the team and will work with handler Deputy Heithold, who underwent training to work specifically…
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Fort Lindley Wreath Laying Ceremony
October 4, 2022
On Saturday, October 8 at 10:00 there will be a Wreath Laying Ceremony conducted at Fort Lindley (200 Macasa Tr., Laurens). Hosts for the event include the Sons of the Revolution,…
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First County Wide Diaper Drive Provides Needed Supplies for Many
October 3, 2022
Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC) in Clinton recently announced a partnership with the Carolina Pregnancy Center (CPC) in Spartanburg to provide “Diaper Drives” in Laurens County. The first Diaper Drive was…
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Touchdown Club Names Bryson James of Clinton High as Player of the Week
October 3, 2022
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for games played on September 29th, the Player of the week is senior running back, linebacker, and special team player…
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Sheriff’s Office to Hold Blood Drive Friday
October 3, 2022
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office will host a blood drive on Friday, October 7. Stop by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office on Friday, October between 8 am and 2 pm…
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Prisma Health Invests $5 Million and Partners with Five S.C. Colleges to Help Counter Critical Nursing Shortage
October 3, 2022
To help combat the state’s critical nursing shortage, Prisma Health will invest $5 million in a pilot nursing recruitment program at five S.C. universities or colleges – Clemson University, the…
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Thornwell Celebrates Founders Day Commemorating 147 Years Serving Children and Families
October 3, 2022
Employees Commemorate the Legacy of Thornwell Founder, Dr. William Plumer Jacobs Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to help children and families in need…
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Red Cross responds to Hurricane Ian devastation in South Carolina
October 3, 2022
Help by making a donation, giving blood, or becoming a volunteer The American Red Cross is working tirelessly to help people devastated by Hurricane Ian. Many communities are unrecognizable after…
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