Sen. Tim Scott announces opening of 2026 service academy nomination applications
June 1, 2026
The Office of U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) is accepting U.S. service academy nomination applications for the class of 2031. Sen. Scott is able to nominate a limited number of…
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Greenwood Association of Realtors Backs Shealy Campaign With $1,000 Contribution for House District 14
June 1, 2026
Rick Shealy, candidate for South Carolina House of Representatives District 14, today received a $1,000 campaign contribution from the Greenwood Association of Realtors, putting financial muscle behind the endorsement the…
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Open Seat, Crowded Field: The Battle to Succeed McMaster Heats Up Ahead of June Primary
May 27, 2026
With Governor Henry McMaster officially term-limited and ineligible to seek a third consecutive term, South Carolina is staring down its most unpredictable and consequential gubernatorial race in nearly a decade.…
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SC Senate kills White House-backed redistricting bill
May 27, 2026
The South Carolina Senate effectively defeated a Republican-led effort to overhaul the state’s congressional map on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The 26-18 vote to kill the bill included 14 Republicans…
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Prep for the Polls: What Georgetown County voters need to know ahead of the June 9 primaries
May 27, 2026
The 2026 midterm election cycle is officially kicking into high gear, and Georgetown County voters are preparing to head to the polls. On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, South Carolina will…
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Clock Runs Out: Rushed Congressional Redistricting Proposal Fails in South Carolina Senate
May 27, 2026
In a dramatic session that upended weeks of high-stakes political maneuvering, a controversial proposal to redraw South Carolina’s congressional districts fell apart on the state Senate floor on Tuesday. The…
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Rankin and Shealy Square Off at Laurens County Republican Forum: House District 14 Race Draws Sharp Contrasts
May 26, 2026
Video from the forum can be found at the bottom of this article. The Laurens County Republican Party hosted its 2026 Candidate Forum on the evening of May 21 at…
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Celebrating 25 years of expanding opportunity in Greenville
May 22, 2026
By Tony McDade Board Chair Hollingsworth Funds on behalf of the entire board and staff at Hollingsworth Funds Twenty-five years ago, Greenville received an extraordinary gift, one that continues…
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Rick Shealy Candidate for SC House District 14 to Donate His Entire Legislative Salary to Upstate Pregnancy Center
May 20, 2026
Rick Shealy, Republican candidate for South Carolina House District 14, today announced that if elected, he will donate his entire legislative salary to the Upstate Pregnancy Center, a newly established…
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Fountain Inn Advances $40.2 Million Budget with Proposed Fee Increases
May 18, 2026
The City of Fountain Inn took a significant step toward finalizing its financial plans for the upcoming year, granting initial approval to a multi-million dollar municipal budget. During its Wednesday…
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Dr Annie Andrews Town Hall in Laurens will Feature Local Residents
May 17, 2026
The Candidate trying to oust Senator Lindsey Graham plans to listen to Upstate Voters at the Laurens County Ag Center Dr. Annie Andrews is a pediatrician and a mom, who…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host Candidate Forum May 21
May 13, 2026
The Laurens County Republican Party will host a candidate forum on Thursday, May 21, at the Laurens County Museum, 116 South Public Square in Laurens. Doors open at 5:45 p.m.,…
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Voter Alert: Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Decertified; Name Will Still Appear on June 9 Ballot
May 12, 2026
South Carolina voters heading to the polls for the June 9 Republican primary should be aware that one candidate for governor has been decertified and any votes cast for her…
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South Carolina State House Debates New Mid-Decade Congressional Map
May 11, 2026
A heated debate is set to resume at the State House this week as South Carolina lawmakers consider a controversial proposal to redraw the state’s congressional districts mid-decade. The bill,…
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Rick Shealy Earns Endorsement From Greenwood Association of Realtors for House District 14
May 11, 2026
Rick Shealy, candidate for South Carolina House of Representatives District 14, has earned the endorsement of the Greenwood Association of Realtors® after scoring highest among all candidates in the organization’s…
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Irmo Councilman, Mike Ward, completes SC Palmetto Leadership Academy
May 8, 2026
The Town of Irmo announced that Councilman Mike Ward has officially completed the South Carolina Palmetto Leadership Academy, a statewide initiative hosted by the Conservation Voters of South Carolina Education…
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Governor McMaster to Join Cody Simpson for Agricultural Meet and Greet in Fountain Inn
April 29, 2026
The local agricultural community is preparing for a high-profile visit this week as South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster joins Cody Simpson for a campaign “Meet and Greet.” The event is…
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Stewart Jones, Former SC House District 14 Representative, Endorses Rick Shealy for SC House Seat
April 29, 2026
Stewart Jones, who served six years as South Carolina House District 14 Representative and built a record of unwavering commitment to limited government and constitutional principles, has thrown his full…
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Bridgeway Brewing to Host Community Meet and Greet with Congressional Candidate David Atchley
March 30, 2026
As the 2026 primary season gains momentum in the Upstate, Republican congressional challenger David Atchley is set to host a community meet and greet in the heart of Mauldin’s newest…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host Evening with Congresswoman Nancy Mace
March 30, 2026
The Laurens County Republican Party, in partnership with the Lakelands Young Republicans, will host an evening with Nancy Mace as she campaigns for governor of South Carolina. The event, which…
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Bipartisan Push in Columbia: Lawmakers Propose 30-Day Gas Tax Holiday
March 25, 2026
Amidst a sharp spike in fuel prices driven by global instability, a bipartisan group of South Carolina lawmakers is moving to provide immediate relief at the pump. State Representative Mark…
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Jimmy Poole Announces Campaign for Laurens County Council District 4
March 17, 2026
Jimmy Poole is a combat veteran, community leader, and dedicated public servant running for Laurens County Council District 4. With a lifelong commitment to service, both in uniform and at…
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Laurens County Republican Party to Host U.S. Senate Candidate Paul Dans
March 16, 2026
As the 2026 election season continues to gain momentum across South Carolina, the Laurens County Republican Party will host U.S. Senate candidate Paul Dans for a public meet-and-greet later this…
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Local elected officials across South Carolina urge lawmakers to advance public deposits legislation
March 12, 2026
County and Municipal Leaders Statewide Call for Expanded Local Choice in Managing Community-Funded Deposits The Palmetto Public Deposits Coalition (PPDC) today announced that a growing coalition of local elected officials…
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Cody Simpson Launches “Farmers Coalition” with Support from All 46 Counties
March 10, 2026
Cody Simpson, the President Trump-endorsed candidate for South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture, announced today the launch of the Cody for SC Farmers Coalition – a statewide coalition of farmers, producers,…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson Visits Laurens as He Continues Campaign for Governor
March 9, 2026
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson visited Laurens on Saturday for a community meet-and-greet at Tap & Table on the Public Square as he continues his campaign for Governor of…
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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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City of Cayce announces retirement of longtime Municipal Clerk
February 18, 2026
After three decades of dedicated service, the City of Cayce announces the retirement of Cayce Municipal Clerk, Mendy Corder. Mendy started her journey with Cayce as the City’s receptionist in…
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Town of South Congaree swears in new Police Chief
February 18, 2026
The Town of South Congaree officially swore in Carl J. “C.J.” Quinlan as its new Chief of Police during a ceremony held during the February 17, 2026, Town council meeting.…
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A Measured Start: Mayor’s Forum focuses on real issues facing Georgetown
February 18, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher For residents looking for high drama or theatrics at the Winyah Auditorium last Thursday, the inaugural Mayor’s Forum did not live up to that threshold, which…
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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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SC Senate weighs major boat tax cut
February 17, 2026
South Carolina boat owners are moving closer to significant tax relief as a bill to slash property taxes on watercraft advances through the state Senate. House Bill 3858, which passed…
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Credit Union Day at State House highlights importance of expanding financial choice for public entities
February 9, 2026
Event Connects Lawmakers with Credit Union Leaders Serving More Than 1.7 million South Carolinians South Carolina credit unions hosted their first-ever Credit Union Day at the State House, providing legislators…
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Georgetown Mayor to hold open forum on proposed zoning moratorium
February 9, 2026
Georgetown Mayor Jay Doyle announced via Facebook plans to hold an open forum to discuss the proposed zoning moratorium for the city. The event will be held on Thursday, February…
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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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Georgetown County Legislative Breakfast highlights smart growth and infrastructure priorities
January 26, 2026
More than 250 business leaders, community members, and elected officials gathered at Pawleys Plantation for the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Legislative Breakfast. The annual event featured a candid,…
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Communication Corner with Mayor Jay Doyle
January 11, 2026
The City of Georgetown recently shared with The Georgetown SC Gazette this communication from newly-elected Mayor Jay Doyle. He plans to share these periodically to keep citizens informed. The City…
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Congressman Jim Clyburn bring his book tour for “The First Eight” to Litchfield Books on Jan. 24
January 11, 2026
Congressman James E. Clyburn is traveling the country promoting his new book, The First Eight, published by Little, Brown and Company in November 2025. On January 24, Congressman Clyburn will hold…
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A New Year, a New Mayor for the City of Georgetown
January 4, 2026
Jay Doyle was sworn in as the mayor of Georgetown on Thursday morning at Rainey Park, marking a historic shift in both local leadership and South Carolina politics. Doyle, a…
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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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SCMA honors Senator Shane Massey and Tommy Preston with 2025 Roger Milliken Defender of Manufacturing Award
November 19, 2025
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) celebrated the contributions and achievements of Senator Shane Massey and Tommy Preston, Jr. and presented them with its highest honor, the 2025 Roger Milliken…
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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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