The Patch in Mountville Transitioning from Pumpkins to Christmas Trees
October 26, 2022The 2022 pumpkin season is a wrap for The Patch in Mountville. The Patch is a local farm in Laurens County specializing in all things Fall. Their 2022 season included…
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The Vault in Laurens – Styling Clients in New Location on the Square in Laurens
October 25, 2022What is now a vibrant and growing public square in Laurens hasn’t always been this way. Seven plus years ago Michelle Compton had a vision to establish the Vault in…
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Fall Favorite – Smokin’ on the Rails and Rhythm on the Rails Happening in Clinton this Weekend
October 19, 2022A favorite event for Fall takes place this weekend in downtown Clinton. The annual Smokin’ on the Rails Southern BBQ Network Competition will start on Friday, October 21 and continue…
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Bourbon & Bubbles to Host Tailgate Tasting – October 22
October 19, 2022Bourbon & Bubbles will host a Tailgate Tasting on October 22 from 10 am – 1 pm at their location, 927C S. Broad Street (next door to Food Lion). This…
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Palmetto Brothers Dispensary Rallies to Support Local Restaurant after Vandalism Incident
October 10, 2022On 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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Two Weeks into the Season The Patch is Delivering on All Things Fall
September 25, 2022The Patch in Mountville opened for its second year of business on Saturday, September 17 and the last two weeks have seen a steady flow of families coming to the…
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Courthouse Coffee Celebrates Recent Opening with Ribbon Cutting
September 21, 2022With the announcement of the closing of the Coffee Roost in April the coffee scene in downtown Laurens was abruptly put on hold. But not for long. Within a few…
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The Patch in Mountville Opens Saturday, September 17
September 11, 2022The Patch will open for its second year of business Saturday, September 17th. The Patch will offer a variety of pumpkins, mums, square straw bales, local honey, Rolling Hill Ranch…
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City of Laurens Confirms Feasibility Study and Issues RFP for Boutique Hotel in Laurens
September 7, 2022Officials of the City of Laurens, South Carolina were pleased to announce that the firm commissioned to complete a Hotel Market Feasibility Study for Laurens, Core Distinction Group, LLC, is…
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Two Restaurants Temporarily Closed
September 3, 2022Patriots Kitchen is temporarily closed due to Covid. They expect to reopen for business sometime next week and apologize for the inconvenience. The Joanna Grill will be closed for vacation from…
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Laurens Christmas Market to Open on Black Friday – Vendor Space Available
September 3, 2022The City of Laurens announced something new coming to the city, the “Laurens Christmas Market.” Laurens Christmas Market will be open on weekends starting on Black Friday and run through…
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Southern Twist & Trade Opens in New Location on Laurens Public Square
August 31, 2022Southern Trade Outfitters and Southern Twist have combined to create a larger and more comprehensive shopping experience on the Square in Laurens. Relocating to 109 W. Public Square, Southern Twist…
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Hoyt Hanvey Jewelers
August 22, 2022We are a retail jewelry and gift store located on Musgrove Street on the square in Clinton, SC. We are family owned and operated and have been in business for…
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Local Author Book Signing August 18
August 10, 2022Laurens County author Walter Allen will be holding a book signing Thursday, August 18, 5:00-7:00 pm, at the Square Roots Store, 115 East Laurens Street, Laurens, SC. Allen is a…
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Clinton Ice Cream Parlor Opens to Rave Reviews
August 10, 2022Laila’s Place in Clinton opened on Friday, August 5 to a steady stream of customers for their first two days of business. “We have been so blessed,” said Jason Devette.…
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Tapestry Celebrates 36 Years
August 8, 2022Tapestry boutique in Clinton celebrated 36 years in business this past weekend. New owner Megan Cauble Knight continues the legacy of founder Leslie Anne Jackson by keeping the ladies of…
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Bourbon & Bubbles
August 4, 2022Bourbon & Bubbles is a boutique bottle shop located in Clinton, SC. We specialize in champagne, wine and spirits. Stop in the liquor store for a unique shopping experience with…
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Shop Local During SC’s Sales Tax Holiday – August 5-7
August 2, 2022South Carolina’s annual Sales Tax Holiday is scheduled for this coming weekend, August 5-7. During the annual Sales Tax Holiday, a variety of purchases are exempt from the state’s 6% Sales Tax and…
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Laila’s Place – Clinton’s Ice Cream Parlor to Open August 5
August 1, 2022Scooping Ice Cream and Southern Hospitality Laila’s Place in Clinton, not to be confused with the Newberry location, is scheduled to open at noon on Friday, August 5 and you…
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Steamers Restaurant Gets Surprise Visit from Governor McMaster
July 25, 2022It was your typical Monday until it wasn’t at Steamers in Clinton. The AC was out (being replaced on Tuesday), Musgrove Street was closed for water line maintenance and then…
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Tipsy Gypsy Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
July 6, 2022Tipsy Gypsy, or TG Consignment Boutique, opened in Clinton last Friday and today they were welcomed to the community with the official ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening with the…
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Tipsy Gypsy is Coming to Clinton
June 27, 2022Like the name, the Tipsy Gypsy, or TG Consignment Boutique, is not your ordinary consignment shop. The store located at 105 E. Main Street in downtown Clinton (previously home to…
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Tapestry Celebrates a New Era with Ribbon Cutting and Bubbles
May 23, 2022Tapestry boutique celebrated in fashion last week with a ribbon cutting and open house. The event drew large crowds of loyal shoppers and many former workers to celebrate the passing…
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An Icon of Fashion in Clinton Will Continue Under New Ownership
May 14, 2022Tapestry boutique clothing store in Clinton has been keeping the ladies of Laurens County in fine fashion for almost 36 years. Having stood the test of time, surviving, and thriving…
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Coffee Roost to Close Effective April 30th
April 20, 2022The Coffee Roost owners announced Wednesday evening that they would be closing the shop permanently on April 30th. News of the closing came as a surprise to many who have…
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The Basket Case Easter Sale – Saturday, April 16
April 13, 2022The Basket Case gift company will hold its first sale this Saturday from 10 AM – 6 PM at their gift barn location in Clinton (973 Old Milton Road in…
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Craft Fair Saturday – Vestibule Coffee & Tea in Clinton
April 6, 2022Vestibule Coffee & Tea in Clinton will be hosting a Spring Craft Fair this Saturday from 8:00-2:00. Many local vendors will be onsite with great finds including: handmade jewelry art,…
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Bourbon & Bubbles Ribbon Cutting and Business After Hours -Thursday April 7
April 4, 2022Bourbon & Bubbles in Clinton has settled into their new expansive space at 927-C S. Broad Street (in the Food Lion shopping center) so it’s time for the celebratory ribbon…
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City of Clinton Easter Scavenger Hunt
April 4, 2022Easter is almost here and Clinton merchants are bringing a new “egg hunt” to the list of local events. The downtown businesses have decorated their windows with Easter bunnies. Bring…
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Food Truck Monday is Back – April 4th
March 31, 2022Clinton’s first Food Truck Monday was a big hit. If you missed it you have another opportunity on Monday, April 4th. “I am excited to see food truck Monday another…
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Main Street Bake Shoppe in Clinton is Hiring!
March 30, 2022A staple in downtown Clinton, Main Street Bake Shoppe, is hiring! They have immediate openings for full-time and part-time bakery assistants in the Clinton Bake Shoppe location. Job duties for…
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Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale Announced
March 23, 2022Spring is in the air so it’s time for the Laurens County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale. If you are thinking about refreshing your flower beds or maybe even creating…
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Finally Friday in Laurens is Back
March 16, 2022If you enjoyed Finally Fridays in downtown Laurens last year you will be glad to know that Finally Friday is finally back. The 2022 Finally Fridays schedule will kick off…
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Bourbon & Bubbles Boutique Bottle Shop Reopens in New Location
March 9, 2022Bourbon & Bubbles in Clinton has reopened in their new expanded space at 927-C S. Broad Street (in the Food Lion shopping center) as of March 9th. More than just…
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Bourbon & Bubbles Relocating and Reopening March 9th
March 2, 2022Bourbon & Bubbles in Clinton will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, March 7 & 8 as they relocate to their new expanded space at 927-C S. Broad Street (in…
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Lush Acres Market Expanding Product Line – Pork Now Available
March 2, 2022Lush Acres Market in Clinton recently they were upgrading their market with new coolers to allow them to provide more fresh produce and other products. The expansion also includes their…
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Food Truck Monday Coming to Clinton
February 28, 2022The City of Clinton announced a new initiative coming to downtown. Food Truck Monday will launch on Monday, March 7th. The food truck will be located in the West Main…
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Shop and Dine with Your Valentine in Clinton
February 9, 2022Who says you have to wait for Valentine’s Day to celebrate?! Get your Valentine just what they want as you shop and dine in downtown Clinton on Thursday, February 10th.…
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Basket Case Customized Gifts is Expanding – Open House February 12th
February 7, 2022We first introduced our readers to the Basket Case last year and already they are expanding. Initially the customized gift basket business was “out of the home,” but community response…
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Lush Acres Market Expanding Product Line
January 31, 2022The newly opened market, Lush Acres in Clinton, is already expanding. They announced recently that they are upgrading their market with new coolers to allow them to provide more fresh…
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Axe Craft Depot Coming to Clinton
January 23, 2022The art of axe throwing began to gain popularity in 2006 as a backyard sport and expanded into something much bigger including competitive league play. So just what is ax…
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Top Stories of 2021 in Laurens County
January 3, 20222021 is now in the rear-view mirror but it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on some of the good things that happened in Laurens County last year (or at…
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Overstock Outlet Celebrates Grand Opening
December 10, 2021Laurens County Chamber held the celebratory, grand opening ribbon cutting for Overstock Outlet SC in Clinton on Friday morning. The Chamber team was joined by Clinton Mayor Bob McLean, City…
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Film and Wine Tasting Event Coming to the Coffee Roost
December 6, 2021Next in a lineup of new and interesting events hosted by the Coffee Roost in Laurens is an event that includes wine, a movie, some education and food. Watch the…
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Ole Blue Truck Farm to Host Holiday Market and Movie Night
December 6, 2021Ole Blue Truck Farm has created a wonderful family event to get you into the holiday spirit. Bring your family and friends and join them for the movies at the farm,…
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Finding Christmas in Laurens County – Updated
November 30, 2021It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Laurens County is getting ready! Here’s a lineup of some of the festivities this weekend. Thursday, December 2nd Tree Lighting and…
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Bourbon & Bubbles Expands in Clinton
November 29, 2021In April of 2017, Laurens County couple, Paul and Adele Alducin purchased a small nondescript liquor store in Clinton. Their desire was to create a boutique spirit shop entitled Bourbon…
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Wine & Wishlists – Tuesday, November 23rd in Laurens
November 21, 2021Shopping local is one of the best ways to support Laurens County businesses. On Tuesday, November 23rd businesses on the square in Laurens will be open late for “Wine & Wishlists.”…
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LushAcres Closes Out Fall and Prepares for the Holiday Season
November 10, 2021After a success Fall Festival with more than 1,500 people visiting LushAcres the farm is gearing up for the holidays. New winter hours began on November 9th: Tuesday – 12:00…
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PC TURNING 112 MUSGROVE INTO OFF-CAMPUS, STUDENT-RUN SPACE
October 20, 2021Presbyterian College students will take over a Clinton downtown building and turn it into a student-driven social hub. At the groundbreaking on Thursday, Oct. 21, PC president Dr. Matthew vandenBerg…
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