Michanna Tate, has formally announced her campaign for South Carolina House of Representatives – District 14
March 7, 2026
A native of the Upstate of South Carolina and a resident of the City of Laurens, Michanna Tate promises to listen first and stand up for the residents of District 14.…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson to Visit Laurens Saturday for Community Meet-and-Greet
March 4, 2026
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, a candidate for Governor of South Carolina, will visit Laurens this Saturday, March 7, for a community meet-and-greet at Tap & Table on the…
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Laurens County Democratic Party Announces County Convention Keynote Speakers Highlighting Leadership, Representation, and Community Commitment
February 24, 2026
The Laurens County Democratic Party is proud to announce an exciting lineup of speakers for its County Convention on March 14, 2026 at the Laurens County Agriculture Center, featuring two…
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Laurens County Republican Party Forum with Nancy Mace Postponed Due to Congressional Duties
February 23, 2026
The Laurens County Republican Party has announced that its scheduled public forum featuring gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Congresswoman Nancy Mace has been postponed after the congresswoman was required to remain…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host Gubernatorial Candidate Nancy Mace for Public Forum
February 18, 2026
With South Carolina’s Republican primary season already underway, the Laurens County Republican Party, in partnership with the Lakelands Young Republicans, continues its effort to give voters direct access to the…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host U.S. Senate Candidate Forum February 10
February 4, 2026
As the spring primary season approaches, the Laurens County Republican Party continues its efforts to connect voters with candidates through a series of public events designed to inform and engage…
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Laurens County Republican Party Presents Chairman’s Choice Award to Senator Danny Verdin
January 4, 2026
The Laurens County Republican Party recognized Danny Verdin with its inaugural Chairman’s Choice Award during the party’s holiday dinner held Thursday, December 18, in the Magnolia Room of the Laurens…
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Community roundtables show strong support for modernizing South Carolina’s public deposits law
December 10, 2025
State and local elected officials gathered in North Augusta and Greenville this month to review the South Carolina Financial Freedom Act (H.3221 / S.60), a bipartisan proposal that would finally…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host Holly Jolly Christmas Party at the Laurens County Museum
December 1, 2025
As the holiday season arrives, the Laurens County Republican Party is preparing to bring the community together for an evening of festive celebration. The Party will host its Holly Jolly…
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20 SC Law Enforcement Leaders Rally Behind David Stumbo for Attorney General
November 21, 2025
Sheriffs and Solicitors Across the State Endorse Stumbo South Carolina Upstate Solicitor and Republican candidate for Attorney General David Stumbo announced today that 20 law enforcement leaders from across the…
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Laurens County GOP to Host Lt. Governor Pamela Evette at Museum Event Nov. 10
November 5, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will welcome South Carolina Lt. Governor Pamela Evette to the Laurens County Museum on Monday, November 10, for the third installment of its Gubernatorial Candidate…
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Congressman Ralph Norman to Speak in Laurens Thursday
October 26, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will host U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman, a declared candidate for South Carolina governor, on Thursday, October 30, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at The Ridge,…
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Ellen Weaver Announces Re-Election Campaign for State Superintendent of Education
October 20, 2025
“Hope in Action for South Carolina’s Students” South Carolina Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver has officially announced her campaign for re-election, highlighting a strong record of results and a renewed…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host Gubernatorial Candidate Congressman Ralph Norman
October 13, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will host a special event featuring Congressman Ralph Norman, a candidate for South Carolina Governor, on Thursday, October 30 at The Ridge in Laurens. The…
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Stumbo Launches Attorney General Campaign to Packed House at Laurens County Museum
September 17, 2025
The Laurens County Museum was filled to capacity Tuesday night as Solicitor David Stumbo formally launched his Republican campaign for South Carolina Attorney General. Supporters packed the historic downtown venue—many…
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Stumbo to Announce Run for Attorney General at Laurens County Museum Tuesday
September 15, 2025
Eighth Circuit Solicitor David Stumbo will make a major announcement Tuesday evening, September 16, at the Laurens County Museum, where he is expected to officially declare his candidacy for Attorney…
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Laurens County GOP to Host Conversation with SC Treasurer Curtis Loftis and Honor First Responders
September 1, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party will welcome South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis for a special community event on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The program, titled “A Conversation with SC…
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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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Deadline Approaching for Freedom BBQ with AG Alan Wilson, First of Upcoming Candidate Events
August 18, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party is reminding the community that time is running out to secure tickets for the upcoming Freedom BBQ featuring South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson. Tickets…
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Deadline Approaching for Freedom BBQ with AG Alan Wilson, First of Upcoming Candidate Events
August 18, 2025
The Laurens County Republican Party is reminding the community that time is running out to secure tickets for the upcoming Freedom BBQ featuring South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson. Tickets…
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SC Attorney General Alan Wilson hosts U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, state and federal law enforcement to address public safety threats
August 16, 2025
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi joined South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson in Greenville last week for a high-level law enforcement roundtable focused on strengthening partnerships between state and federal…
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Laurens County GOP to Host Third Annual Freedom BBQ Featuring Attorney General Alan Wilson
August 5, 2025
Event Set for Monday, August 25 at Laurens County Museum The Laurens County Republican Party will host its third annual Freedom BBQ on Monday, August 25, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Laurens County Museum,…
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Freedom Caucus Lawmaker Ralph Norman Vows to ‘Shake Things Up’ in South Carolina Governor Bid
July 28, 2025
Representative Ralph Norman (R‑SC‑5), a longtime conservative firebrand and member of the House Freedom Caucus, has officially entered the race to become South Carolina’s next governor. With current Governor Henry McMaster term-limited,…
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Lt. Governor Pamela Evette Announces Bid for South Carolina Governor Before Large Crowd of Supporters
July 15, 2025
Before a crowd of more than 600 enthusiastic supporters from across the state Monday evening, South Carolina Lt. Governor Pamela Evette officially launched her campaign to become South Carolina’s next…
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California Governor Newsom Making Stop in Laurens as Part of SC Tour
July 7, 2025
California Governor Gavin Newsom will participate in a special meet-and-greet event in Laurens on Wednesday, July 9. The visit is part of his statewide “On the Road With Governor Newsom” tour, organized in…
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