Lady Red Devils Tennis Advance in Playoffs
October 25, 2022
The Clinton High School Lady Red Devils advanced to the 3rd round of the AAA Girls Tennis playoffs with a 4-3 win tonight over Wren High School. Here is the…
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The Vault in Laurens – Styling Clients in New Location on the Square in Laurens
October 25, 2022
What 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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Clinton Rhythm on the Rails Weekend Draws Large Crowds to Town
October 24, 2022
The annual Rhythm on the Rails event was held in downtown Clinton this past weekend. The weather was perfect and judging from the turnout it was a great success. City…
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Keeping Laurens County Clean One Road at a Time
October 24, 2022
The Laurens County inmate litter crew cleaned up 35,920 pounds of trash this past month. As a result of their work, the following roads were cleaned: Riverfork Road (2 days)…
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Large Crowds Attend Sawmill Tactical Training Complex First All-American Machine Gun Shoot Event
October 19, 2022
After nearly half a century of the All-American Machine Gun Shoot (MGS) being held in Knob Creek, Kentucky the first annual shoot was held here in Laurens this past weekend.…
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Community Comes Out in Support of Laurens County Cancer Association
October 17, 2022
By now everyone knows that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For the staff and volunteers at the Laurens County Cancer Association every day is about meeting the needs of…
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Clinton Homecoming Parade Kicked off Big Night for Red Devils
October 17, 2022
Homecoming weekend is a big deal. It’s an even bigger deal when your football team is undefeated. Last Friday afternoon crowds lined the parade route and waited to enjoy 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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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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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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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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LC Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for First of Three Community Gardens
September 28, 2022
Things are “growing” great in Laurens County. On Tuesday, the community came together to celebrate one of three new Community Gardens with an official Chamber Ribbon Cutting. The United Way…
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Mashburn Construction joins Laurens County in Notable Groundbreaking Celebration
September 24, 2022
Mashburn Construction is pleased to announce the official groundbreaking of the Laurens County Historic Courthouse project. The project focuses on the historic exterior restoration and addition of the decades’ old…
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All American Machine-Gun Shoot Coming to Laurens County
September 21, 2022
After a 50-year run of the Knob Creek Machine Gun Shoot (in West Point, Kentucky), the cancellation of the event left a void that the All American Machine Gun Shoot…
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Courthouse Coffee Celebrates Recent Opening with Ribbon Cutting
September 21, 2022
With 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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Prisma Health Laurens County Hosts Chamber Business After Hours
September 19, 2022
Last Thursday the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce partnered with Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital to host a Business after Hours for community members in the Ferguson Meditation Garden on…
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Grey Hamlett Welding Scholarship a Way for People to Show Their Love
September 16, 2022
It seems only fitting that Piedmont Technical College (PTC) graduate Austin “Grey” Hamlett was a skilled welder. In his all-too-brief lifetime, he forged the strongest bonds, not only with his…
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Thornwell Celebrates the Dedication of The Read Right Center
September 11, 2022
Facility is Made Possible by a Generous Gift from the Cornelson Family in Memory of George Cornelson, IV. Thornwell, a nonprofit organization committed to the most innovative and effective solutions to…
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The Patch in Mountville Opens Saturday, September 17
September 11, 2022
The 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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Second Annual Never Forget Hero Walk in Clinton
September 11, 2022
Where were you when the world stopped turning? Sunday, September 11, 2022, marked the 21st anniversary of 9/11, it was one of the darkest days in American history, and the…
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South Carolina State Fair discount tickets are now available
September 7, 2022
Discount admission and ride tickets for the 153rd annual South Carolina State Fair are on sale now through Tuesday, Oct. 11. Patrons can save up to 50% by purchasing S.C.…
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13th Annual “Run Like a Mann” 5K Run/Walk is Huge Success
September 5, 2022
The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) held its 13th annual “Run Like a Mann” 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, August 27. The event was held at the office of the Laurens…
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Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Five Sports Legends
September 1, 2022
Five individuals who made an impact on the field or on the court were inducted into the Laurens County Sports Hall of Fame on Tuesday night in the Magnolia Room…
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Southern Twist & Trade Opens in New Location on Laurens Public Square
August 31, 2022
Southern 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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Sunny Days Entertainment, LLC expanding and moving corporate headquarters to Laurens County
August 24, 2022
$16 million investment will create 80 new jobs Sunny Days Entertainment, LLC, a leading supplier, distributor and manufacturer of children’s toys, today announced plans to move its expanding corporate headquarters…
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Clinton Teen, Mia Carles, Wins SC Junior Golf Association Championship Keeping with Family Tradition
August 22, 2022
Seven champions were recently crowned at the Thomas D. Todd All Stars Championship hosted by Rock Hill Country Club. The A.W. Tillinghast design was a tough test for the golfers,…
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American Legion Post 25 Hosts Golf Tournament to Support Community Programs
August 17, 2022
American Legion Post 25 is busy all around Laurens County. Their volunteer efforts can be seen in the work they do to keep cemeteries groomed, make repairs to homes of…
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District 55 High School Student Graduates from Space Camp
August 17, 2022
Laurens District 55 High School 9th grade student, Thomas Ray Crain, son of Marty and Kimbrely Crain, recently graduated from the US Space and Rocket Center’s prestigious Space Camp for…
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Clinton Ice Cream Parlor Opens to Rave Reviews
August 10, 2022
Laila’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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17th Annual Flight of the Dove Draws Record Number of Riders
August 10, 2022
August 6th marked the 17th annual Flight of the Dove cycling event and fundraiser for Hospice of Laurens County. The event is known for drawing cyclists from beyond the Upstate…
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Stogie’s on Musgrove Cigar Lounge Coming to Clinton
August 8, 2022
Another new business is coming to downtown Clinton in just a few weeks. Stogies on Musgrove, a cigar lounge, will join a growing list of cigar lounges in the Upstate…
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Chief Latimore Receives Accolades at Farewell Reception
August 4, 2022
On Wednesday, August 3, Laurens Police Department (LPD) and the City of Laurens held a farewell reception for Chief Latimore in the Magnolia Room of the Laurens County Museum. The…
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Community Celebrates Opening of the Veterans Affairs and Laurens County Voter Registration and Election Office
August 1, 2022
From the basement of the historic court house to Bolt Drive Complex. The Laurens County Voter Registration and Elections office and Veterans Affairs office is now fully up and running…
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Meet Clinton’s New Fire Chief
August 1, 2022
Many little boys grow up dreaming to be a firefighter. Chief Jeremy Marshall is living that dream. After serving as Interim Chief since November 2021, Marshall was promoted to Clinton…
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Laila’s Place – Clinton’s Ice Cream Parlor to Open August 5
August 1, 2022
Scooping 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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Rootimentary – Now Hiring for All Positions
July 27, 2022
The Buzz recently reported on the new restaurant coming to the Public Square in Laurens. Rootimentary will be opening this fall and guests can expect something different and special. The…
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Keith Grounsell Appointed Chief of Laurens Police Department
July 25, 2022
After a highly competitive selection process, Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn announced the appointment of the City’s next Police Chief, Keith P. Grounsell. “We are committed to pursuing the safety, peace,…
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Clinton Dental Care Says Farewell to Longtime Employee
July 25, 2022
If you have been a patient of Clinton Dental Care at any time during the past 35 years you have surely heard this – “Thank you for calling Clinton Dental…
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Rootimentary – A Unique Dining Experience Coming to Laurens this Fall
July 18, 2022
A much-anticipated new restaurant on the Public Square in Laurens will be opening this Fall and there is already much buzz about it. This could just be a story about…
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Tipsy Gypsy Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting
July 6, 2022
Tipsy 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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South Carolina State Fair Accepting Entries for 2022 Competitive Exhibits
July 6, 2022
The South Carolina State Fair is now accepting entries for this year’s competitive exhibits, which will be on display Oct. 12-23, 2022, at the S.C. State Fair. The annual exhibits will…
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Freedom Fest Parade and Laurens Lights the Night
July 4, 2022
Laurens County knows how to celebrate and that’s exactly what happened over the Fourth of July weekend. Sunday afternoon a parade with entries from across the County made the way…
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Laurens Recognizes Two Fireman at Retirement
July 4, 2022
Last Thursday the City of Laurens recognized the service of two men who have given decades of service to the City of Laurens fighting fires and protecting those in danger, Assistant…
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College View Neighbors Celebrate America
July 4, 2022
The College View community in Clinton held their 22nd Annual Hickory Street Independence Day Parade on Monday morning. It’s a slice of small town America right here in Laurens County.…
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Fountain Inn Fourth of July Festivities
July 3, 2022
Fountain Inn’s Fireworks Spectacular was a great success on Saturday, July 2. The crowds came out and enjoyed all that was planned for the day. The fireworks display was the…
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Tipsy Gypsy is Coming to Clinton
June 27, 2022
Like 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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The Brew – Coffee and Conversation about all Things Laurens County
June 27, 2022
Last week, the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Main Street Clinton, hosted another session of The Brew. The Brew is a bi-monthly meeting providing a unique opportunity for local…
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City of Laurens Celebrates Juneteenth
June 20, 2022
Juneteenth celebrations in Laurens kicked off on Friday with the City of Laurens honoring the legacy of Mr. C.D. and Mrs. Lucinda Beasley by designating South Harper Street Extension as…
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Graduates Urged to ‘Stamp Your Work With Excellence’
May 25, 2022
Two hundred fifty-one go-getters, risk-takers, empaths, dreamers, and leaders graduated from Piedmont Technical College (PTC) on May 5. Among them was a sous chef who had enrolled and dropped out…
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