A taste of excellence: MICHELIN Guide announces inaugural American South selection
November 4, 20254 restaurants in South Carolina earn a MICHELIN One Star in inaugural selection The MICHELIN Guide announced the inaugural selection for the American South, and it features 10 One MICHELIN…
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Moultrie Moves to Reservation-Only for Weekend Dinner Service
August 20, 2025Moultrie, 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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Eggs Up Grill in Laurens Now Serving Breakfast & Lunch Daily
July 22, 2025A bright new addition has cracked into the morning scene: Eggs Up Grill at 112 Fleming Street is now officially open to serve your neighborhood from 6 a.m. to 2…
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Moultrie Southern Cuisine Expands Hours to Include Tuesday Lunch and Dinner Service
July 16, 2025Moultrie Southern Cuisine, a popular dining destination on The Laurens Square, is expanding its hours to now include Tuesday lunch and dinner service. Beginning this week, the restaurant is now…
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House of Pizza Clinton Reopens in Stylish New Location with Event-Ready Space Upstairs
June 9, 2025House of Pizza fans are rejoicing. After nearly a year of rebuilding following a fire that destroyed its original location, House of Pizza has reopened at 112 Musgrove Street in…
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Moultrie Southern Cuisine Now Open for Lunch in Downtown Laurens
June 4, 2025Just weeks after its soft opening, Moultrie Southern Cuisine in downtown Laurens has expanded its hours and is now officially open for lunch. The restaurant, located at 101 E Laurens Street, launched…
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Not Perfect, But Progress: What the New SC Liquor Liability Law Means for You
May 19, 2025By Diane Hardy, Executive Director of the Mom and Pop Alliance of SC It’s a Wrap! The 2024-2025 SC legislative Session is officially over. It has been one long and…
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Moultrie Southern Cuisine Launches Soft Opening, Full Menu Debuts May 21
May 19, 2025The buzz has been building, and now the wait is nearly over. Moultrie Southern Cuisine, the elevated Southern dining concept in downtown Laurens, began welcoming guests this past weekend for a…
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South Carolina Passes Liquor Liability Reform to Support Hospitality Industry
May 9, 2025In the final hours of the legislative session, South Carolina lawmakers came together to pass a long-awaited liquor liability reform bill, delivering critical relief to the state’s hospitality industry. The…
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Downtown Clinton Restaurant Nears Reopening, Hosts Hiring Events for All Staff Positions
May 5, 2025After being closed since the devastating downtown fire in August 2024, one of Clinton’s most popular restaurants, House of Pizza,  is preparing to reopen in a brand-new space at 112…
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Now Hiring for Downtown Laurens’ Newest Restaurant: Moultrie + The Fox Hole Hosting Two Job Fair Events This Week
April 21, 2025Downtown Laurens is buzzing with anticipation as Moultrie Southern Cuisine + Spirits and The Fox Hole Bar + Lounge prepare to open their doors this spring at 101 E Laurens…
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The Lumberyard Gears Up for Its 2nd Annual Beer Mile on April 26
February 25, 2025The Lumberyard is bringing back its wildly popular Beer Mile for a second year, inviting runners and beer enthusiasts to take on a unique challenge—all for a good cause. Scheduled…
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Scurry’s Café Introduces All You Can Eat Lunch Buffet!
January 28, 2025Exciting news is coming to Scurry’s Café in Laurens! Beginning February 5th, the popular eatery will offer an All You Can Eat lunch buffet, served from 11 a.m. to 2:30…
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Pops Country Cooking to Transition to New Owner
January 28, 2025Pops Country Cooking, located at 306 E. Carolina Avenue just announced a change that marks the beginning of a new chapter. The restaurant, which recently transitioned from buffet-style service to…
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Exciting Changes Coming to Pop’s BBQ and Country Cooking
January 16, 2025Big changes are on the horizon for Pop’s BBQ and Country Cooking in Clinton (306 E. Carolina Avenue). Starting January 22nd, the restaurant will officially rebrand as Pop’s Country Cooking,…
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208 N. Broad Brings New Flavors and Fresh Updates to Downtown Clinton
December 18, 2024For years, The Pasture has been a staple in Clinton, offering both quality food and a welcoming community atmosphere. Now, under new ownership, the beloved location has been reimagined as…
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New Dual-Concept Restaurant Brings Southern Elegance and Art Deco Flair to Downtown Laurens
December 1, 2024Downtown Laurens is set to welcome a new culinary and social hotspot with the opening of Moultrie Southern Cuisine + Spirits and The Fox Hole Bar + Lounge at 101 E Laurens St. This…
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Scoops on West Main Faces Setback After Hurricane Helene, Pauses Expansion Plans
October 7, 2024Scoops on West Main in Clinton, SC, known for its delicious ice cream and exciting plans for expansion, has been forced to close temporarily following damage caused by Hurricane Helene.…
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Tap & Table Opens Taproom at Harper Commons on Thursday, September 26
September 25, 2024Tap & Table is set to open its taproom next Thursday, September 26, at 5 p.m. at Harper Commons. While the full reopening is still a couple of months away,…
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Pop’s BBQ Announces New Hours and Exciting Menu Updates
September 23, 2024Located at 306 E. Carolina Avenue in Clinton, Pop’s BBQ is making some changes to enhance the dining experience for its loyal customers. Owner and chef Marcus Cheeks expressed his…
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Scoops on West Main: Clinton’s Sweet Spot Expands with New Hours, Lunch Menu, and Teen Hangout
September 21, 2024Scoops on West Main in Clinton, SC, is making exciting changes as it heads into the fall. Starting October 1, the popular ice cream shop will roll out new operating…
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Great Crepes & More Celebrates One Year of Sweet and Savory Success
August 19, 2024A year ago, Jimmy and Kaleefa Neely fulfilled a dream when they opened the doors to Great Crepes & More on Public Square, bringing a unique and delicious offering to…
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El Poblano Mexican Restaurant Now Open in Clinton, Serving Authentic Mexican Cuisine
August 18, 2024El Poblano Mexican Restaurant, known for its authentic Mexican cuisine, has expanded to Clinton, SC, opening its fourth location since 2009. With successful establishments in Chapin, Newberry, and Union, owner…
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Indulge in Culinary Delights: Restaurant Week South Carolina Returns!
August 14, 2024Mark your calendars, food lovers! August 15-25, 2024 Restaurant Week South Carolina is back, and it’s the perfect opportunity to explore the diverse and exciting culinary landscape of our beautiful…
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Indulge in Culinary Delights: Restaurant Week South Carolina Returns!
August 14, 2024Mark your calendars, food lovers! August 15-25, 2024 Restaurant Week South Carolina is back, and it’s the perfect opportunity to explore the diverse and exciting culinary landscape of our beautiful…
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Visit Laurens County Partners with the Culinary Encourager to Showcase Local Restaurants
August 12, 2024Visit Laurens County (VLC), the official destination marketing organization representing Laurens County under the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce it’s partnership with Jamie Sanderson, widely known…
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Freshens Re-Opens Aug. 13 in Downtown Clinton
August 10, 2024New name. New look. Same great food and downtown location. Freshens, formerly PC 112, is reopening to the public for the fall semester at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at…
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The Pasture Adjusts Operating Hours to Better Serve Customers
August 4, 2024The Pasture, a popular dining establishment in downtown Clinton, has announced new operating hours effective immediately. The new hours are as follows: Sunday:Â 11am – 3pm Monday:Â Closed Tuesday:Â 11am – 3pm Wednesday:Â 11am…
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Boondocks Fish Camp & Smoke House in Gray Court is Hiring
July 23, 2024Boondocks Fish Camp & Smoke House, a popular eatery in Gray Court, SC, is expanding its team and looking for enthusiastic, dependable, and reliable individuals to join their ranks. This…
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New Hours for Roc’s Burgers: Catering to the Community
July 21, 2024Roc’s Burgers, a local favorite in Clinton (28098 Hwy 76), recently announced a change in their operating hours to better serve customers. After listening to feedback from patrons, particularly those…
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Culbertson Kitchen Announces Tap & Table at Harper Commons
July 1, 2024Culbertson Kitchen is set to unveil its latest venture, Tap & Table, in partnership with Holmes Development at Harper Commons. This new concept aims to bring a unique dining experience…
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Exciting News from The Lumberyard: A New Full-Service Kitchen in the Works!
June 19, 2024The Lumberyard, a local favorite in Clinton, announced an exciting new development that promises to enhance the Lumberyard experience for all its patrons. Co-owners Charlie and Stacey Michaels have decided…
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Rootimentary in Laurens to Close Its Doors: A Heartfelt Farewell
May 24, 2024Rootimentary in Laurens has announced its closing date with heavy hearts. The establishment will serve its final meal at 9 PM on Saturday, May 25. This decision comes as Chef…
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Whiteford’s of Laurens – Elevating Special Occasions with Expanded Catering Services
May 20, 2024Since 1969, Whiteford’s of Laurens has been a cornerstone of local dining, originally founded by Ernest Whiteford and now led by his son, Ernie Whiteford. What began as a modest…
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The Pasture Restaurant Expanding to Bring a New Restaurant to Clinton
May 15, 2024The Pasture Restaurant, a staple on the dine out scene in Clinton, is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the expansion to a second location at 306 E. Carolina…
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Food Truck Monday Returns to Clinton!
May 6, 2024Get ready to satisfy your cravings because Food Truck Monday is making a return to Clinton! Mark your calendars for Monday, May 13th, at 5 PM, as the City of…
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Unwind and Rejuvenate at The Lumberyard’s Wine Down Wednesday
April 28, 2024A unique experience awaits you at The Lumberyard. Introducing “Wine Down Wednesday,” an event designed to help you find your center and embrace tranquility. Hosted by the Lumberyard and featuring…
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Groucho’s Deli Opening Soon in Downtown Laurens – Apply Now for Employment
April 24, 2024Excitement is building in Laurens as Groucho’s Deli, an iconic South Carolina establishment with over 80 years of history, gets ready to open its newest location in downtown Laurens. Groucho’s…
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Exciting Changes Coming to The Bake Shoppe in Clinton
April 22, 2024As The Bake Shoppe in Clinton prepares to celebrate one year under new ownership is thrilled to announce the upcoming one-year anniversary under new management! This past year has been…
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Great Crepes & More Introduces New Operating Hours to Satisfy Breakfast and Brunch Cravings
March 20, 2024Since its opening in August 2023, Great Crepes & More (GC&M) has been delighting locals and visitors with its delicious breakfast and brunch crepe offerings. Located on Public Square, GC&M…
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Main Street Bake Shoppe in Clinton Introduces New Hours
March 17, 2024In a bid to better serve its cherished customers while ensuring optimal staff efficiency, Main Street Bake Shoppe in Clinton has unveiled its revamped operating hours. After carefully analyzing customer…
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Owners Combine Forces: Boathouse Fish Camp in Cross Hill Merges with Boondocks Fish Camp & BBQ in Gray Court
February 27, 2024Boathouse Fish Camp in Cross Hill has closed its doors, but fans of the restaurant need not worry. The owners have decided to merge the Cross Hill location with Boondocks…
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Roc’s Burgers Unveils Expanded Menu
February 5, 2024Roc’s Burgers Unveils Expanded Menu In the heart of Clinton, Roc’s Burgers has become known for serving up the freshest and tastiest burgers in town. Known for their commitment to…
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Roc’s Burgers Celebrates One Year of Flavorful Success
January 28, 2024Roc’s Burgers, the brainchild of owners Robert “Roc” and Evie Knight, celebrated its one-year anniversary last week with a heartfelt reflection on the journey of the past year. Located at…
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2024 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors announced
January 22, 2024Gov. Henry McMaster was joined by Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Director Duane Parrish in appointing three South Carolina Chef Ambassadors for 2024.…
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Great Crepes & More: Fresh Flavors and Extended Hours Â
January 14, 2024Open since August 2023, Great Crepes & More (GC&M) in Laurens is buzzing with new offerings and extended hours. Located on Public Square in the space shared with Courthouse Coffee…
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The Pasture’s One-Year Celebration of Delicious Delights in Clinton
January 14, 2024The Pasture in Clinton is celebrating a milestone – one year of serving up delicious meals that have pleased patrons in the community. Owned and led by the talented Marcus…
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Mingle Jingle: A Festive Dining and Shopping Experience in Downtown Clinton
December 13, 2023Join us on Thursday, December 14th, from 5-8pm for a night of holiday cheer, dining, and local shopping! The festive spirit is in the air as Downtown Clinton prepares to…
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A Dream Unveiled: The Wine Fountain Opening in Fountain Inn
December 10, 2023In the heart of Fountain Inn, a new gem is about to grace its streets – The Wine Fountain. Scheduled to open its doors on December 15th, this wine haven…
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Rootimentary in Laurens Celebrates a Year of Culinary Delights and Community Connection
December 3, 2023In the heart of downtown Laurens, Rootimentary stands as a culinary haven, serving the finest dishes and fostering a sense of community. As the restaurant celebrates its one-year anniversary, co-owner…
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