From Music to Giving Back: Andrew Wooten’s Journey and Healing HeARTS Initiative
December 18, 2024
Andrew Wooten’s journey from a small-town dreamer to a regional musical success is nothing short of inspiring. Fueled by a passion for music that began in his youth and strengthened…
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Allendale County SC 250 Committee to host film screenings in January of American Revolutionary War heroes
December 17, 2024
The Allendale SC250 Revolutionary War Committee has been awarded a grant providing for screening events and discussions with audiences of two award-winning docudramas, All for Liberty, and Echoes of Freedom: Heroes from…
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South Carolina Children’s Theatre announces Katie O’Kelly as new CEO
December 17, 2024
South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) announced the promotion of Katie O’Kelly to Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. O’Kelly, who has served as the theatre’s Managing Director since 2022, steps into…
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Last Chance to Vote: Main Street Laurens Christmas Window Display & Storefront Competition
December 16, 2024
The holiday season is in full swing, and the Main Street Laurens Design Committee invites everyone to take part in the final days of the Christmas Window Display & Storefront…
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Local Artist Kathy Childress Guinn Turns Glass Art into a Labor of Love and Healing
December 16, 2024
In the heart of Laurens County, Kathy Childress Guinn has transformed family legacy and personal loss into stunning glass art pieces that captivate both form and function. With roots steeped…
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O Holy Night: A French Carol That Captivated the World
December 16, 2024
Among the many cherished Christmas hymns, O Holy Night stands apart for its emotional power, sweeping melody, and profound message of hope. From its beginnings as a French carol in…
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Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center hosts Be the Light: A Celebration of Community for the Holidays
December 12, 2024
On Saturday, December 21 from noon to 4:00 PM, the Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center is hosting a FREE holiday celebration for everyone with giveaways, holiday treats, children’s…
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Walking Through Prairie With Philip Juras
December 12, 2024
By Tom Poland August 21, 6:15 p.m. Philip Juras and I are walking through remnant prairie. His mission is to paint a vestige of our lost Southland. Mine is…
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Laurens District High School Chorus and Strings to Perform at Final BOLD Concert of the Year
December 11, 2024
The final BOLD Concert of the year promises to be a special evening of holiday music and community celebration. On Wednesday, December 18, the Laurens District High School Chorus and…
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Deadline Approaches for Laurens Library’s Second Annual Gingerbread House Competition
December 11, 2024
The Laurens Library is calling all bakers and creative minds to showcase their talents in the second annual Gingerbread House Competition. The deadline to submit entries is quickly approaching, with…
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O Holy Night: A French Carol That Captivated the World
December 11, 2024
Few Christmas songs can match the emotional depth and soaring beauty of O Holy Night. From its humble beginnings in 19th-century France to its status as a global holiday classic,…
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Actors’ Theater of South Carolina awarded SC250 American Revolution Educational grant, “Lost heroes of the American Revolution”
December 10, 2024
Actors’ Theater of South Carolina is the recipient of an Education Grant from the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) to help the community rediscover its unique American Revolution…
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Actors’ Theater of South Carolina awarded SC250 American Revolution Educational grant, “Lost heroes of the American Revolution”
December 9, 2024
Actors’ Theater of South Carolina is the recipient of an Education Grant from the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) to help the community rediscover its unique American Revolution…
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Eleven CCSD schools win art awards
December 9, 2024
Eleven schools in Charleston County School District (CCSD) have received Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG) through the South Carolina Department of Education. Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School and Murray-LaSaine Montessori School were…
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Christmas Crafting Wonderland at the Clinton Library
December 8, 2024
Get into the holiday spirit at the Clinton Library with a special Christmas Crafting Wonderland event! On Thursday, December 12th, at 4 p.m., children 10 and under are invited to…
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Fallen Color
December 5, 2024
By Tom Poland And a Never-Forgotten Dog Can uprooted trees flaunt fall color? No. Dead men don’t talk and dead leaves don’t reveal colors. I figured it was impossible.…
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Celebrate the Holiday Season at the Meeting Street Artisan Holiday Markets in West Columbia!
December 5, 2024
The City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market is bringing the holiday spirit to life with special Holiday Editions on the first three Saturdays of December: December 7, 14,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Sandra Nikolajevs, Charleston Chamber Music
December 4, 2024
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Spoleto Festival USA receives $1 million memorial gift to fund three major initiatives
December 4, 2024
Donation made in honor of late supporter Dr. Suzan D. Boyd Spoleto Festival USA today announced a significant $1 million gift from M. Edward Sellers, chair emeritus member of Spoleto’s…
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Lander University BFA/BA Senior Art Students Works Showcased at Lander Art Gallery
December 4, 2024
The Lander University School of Art + Design held a reception for “Triads,” a BFA/BA exhibition featuring the work of student artists Sacha Anderson, Ellie Maxwell and Arla Sease on…
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Experience the Joy of Christmas at Walk Through Bethlehem in Abbeville, SC
December 4, 2024
Just a short drive from Laurens County, the Cold Spring Mennonite Church in Abbeville invites you to a captivating and heartfelt holiday event, Walk Through Bethlehem. This interactive journey will…
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Silent Night: From a Small Austrian Village to Global Fame
December 3, 2024
Few Christmas songs carry the quiet reverence and universal appeal of Silent Night. This serene hymn, originating in a tiny Austrian village over two centuries ago, has transcended its humble…
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Renowned garden designer, floral artist, and author Lucy Hunter launches home décor business
December 3, 2024
“The Flower Hunter” Showcases Hunter’s Inaugural Hand-Painted Wallpaper Studio Collections Inspired by Her Life in Garden and Floral Design Accomplished Author, Floral and Garden Designer Lucy Hunter today announced the…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces subscriptions to exciting 49th season of Chamber Music Series
December 3, 2024
New and returning renowned artists to perform 11 trailblazing programs at Dock Street Theatre Spoleto Festival USA announced that subscriptions to the 2025 Spoleto Chamber Music series will go on…
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Holiday Magic in Laurens County: Tree Lightings, Parades, and Festive Events This Week
December 2, 2024
As the holiday season approaches, Laurens County is brimming with festive events to bring joy and cheer to residents and visitors alike. Here’s a look at what’s happening this week…
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Opening This Weekend: Experience the Magic of A Charlie Brown Christmas with LCCT
December 2, 2024
Get into the holiday spirit as the Laurens County Community Theater (LCCT) proudly presents A Charlie Brown Christmas! Opening this weekend, this heartwarming stage adaptation of the classic 1965 animated…
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Laurens County Community Theater to Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas
November 24, 2024
Get into the holiday spirit with the Laurens County Community Theater’s production of A Charlie Brown Christmas! This delightful stage adaptation of the classic 1965 animated television special promises to bring…
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We’re Soft & We Can’t Deny It
November 20, 2024
By Tom Poland Mama trembled when she talked about the Great Depression. I never forgot that. She’s gone and only the oldest survivors recall those hard times. Today’s full-plate…
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A Kind Word for the Irish Travelers
November 20, 2024
By Tom Poland A few years back I was frustrated, trying to get a book off the ground but it just wouldn’t come together. My limitations as a writer…
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Holiday Fair & Kringle Village seeking volunteers for inaugural event
November 20, 2024
Holiday Fair & Kringle Village, a uniquely elevated holiday experience created by the partnership of Greenville Convention Center’s Annual Holiday Fair and Rotary Club of Greenville’s Kringle Holiday Village, is…
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Imagine the Opossum-bilities: Fun for Kids at the Laurens Library!
November 20, 2024
Children ages 6-10 are invited to join an exciting and educational adventure at the Laurens Library on Monday, November 25th, at 4:00 PM. This hands-on program gives young participants the…
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Seniors Invited to Create Festive Ornaments at Clinton Library
November 20, 2024
The Clinton Library is hosting a special crafting event for seniors on Tuesday, November 26, at 11 a.m. Participants will have the opportunity to create an adorable sheep ornament—perfect for…
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Presbyterian College Orchestra to Present ‘Reflections’ Concert Featuring Diverse Classical Repertoire
November 20, 2024
The Presbyterian College Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Giovani Briguente, will present “Reflections,” an evening of classical music, at Presbyterian College in Clinton. The performance, scheduled for Thursday, November…
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Spoleto Festival USA Director of Choral Activities announces final season
November 19, 2024
Joe Miller to take a final bow at 49th Spoleto Festival USA After a remarkable 19-year tenure, Joe Miller, the esteemed Director of Choral Activities at Spoleto Festival USA, will…
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Greenville Theatre presents the spectacular new Broadway musical, Anastasia
November 19, 2024
Greenville Theatre invites you to join us “Once upon a December,” as we journey to the past with the spectacular new Broadway musical, Anastasia. This regional premiere kicks off Thursday, December 5,…
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Wicked, The Original Broadway Blockbuster, to return to the Koger Center for the Arts
November 18, 2024
The stage is almost set to announce the 2025-2026 Broadway in Columbia Season presented by Bank of America. Broadway in Columbia announced the Original Broadway Blockbuster, WICKED will be part…
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Five Richland One Schools awarded Distinguished Arts Program grants from SC Department of Education
November 18, 2024
Five Richland One schools have been awarded 2024-2025 Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) grants from the South Carolina Department of Education. The grant, which is part of the Department of Education’s…
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Laurens County Community Theatre to Hold Auditions for Little Women
November 18, 2024
The Laurens County Community Theatre is set to hold auditions for its upcoming production of Little Women on Sunday, December 8, at 6 p.m. Auditions will take place at Clinton…
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Emma Celeste Gusko Crowned Miss Lander 2024-25: Teaching Fellow Hopes to Inspire a Love for History and Empower Lander Women
November 18, 2024
Emma Celeste Gusko, a Teaching Fellows student whose passion for history brought her to Lander University, has a new chapter in her own life’s story. As the newly crowned Miss…
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Lander to Host BFA/BA Exhibition Reception, Wind Ensemble Concert
November 18, 2024
The community is invited to join the Lander University College of Arts and Humanities for “An Evening with Emerging Artists” on the Lander campus Thursday, November 21. The event will…
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Intro to Glassblowing Class at The Artist Coup Promises Unique Holiday Experience
November 18, 2024
Get ready to fire up your creativity at The Artist Coup with an Intro to Glassblowing class on December 12 at 5:30 p.m. This exciting workshop offers a hands-on opportunity…
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East West Partners debuts revitalization of 152-year-old landmark building in Charleston
November 15, 2024
East West Partners, a premier, nationally awarded residential and commercial real estate development group with a flagship office in Charleston, announces the grand opening of 71 Wentworth, a collection of…
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“A Magical Cirque Christmas” reveals full cast ahead of the U.S. tour launch on November 15
November 14, 2024
MagicSpace Entertainment revealed its full cast of illusionists, circus performers, and specialized acts featured in this year’s national tour of A Magical Cirque Christmas, returning this holiday season for a…
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Lander University Chamber Orchestra to Feature Holiday Music at Concert
November 13, 2024
The community is invited to join the Lander University Chamber Orchestra for their Fall 2024 concert featuring music inspired by the Christmas season. The concert will take place Tuesday, November…
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Presbyterian College to Host Free Concert Featuring
November 12, 2024
Presbyterian College’s Department of Music invites the community to an enchanting evening of “Songs and Dances” on Thursday, November 14 at 7:30 p.m. in Belk Auditorium. The concert, conducted by…
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Cassette Music Memories
November 12, 2024
By Tom Poland Last week my writer-daughter, Beth, wrote a story about her MTV years. She recalled the 1980s watching music videos. She wrote, “When my sister and I…
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Holiday Classic ‘White Christmas’ celebrating 70th anniversary
November 11, 2024
Upcountry History Museum Exhibit Brings Timeless Story to Life With Original Costumes, Props and Memorabilia from 1954 Film It may not be “just like the ones we used to know,”…
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Fine Arts Center announces Artist-in-Residence program for 2024-2025
November 11, 2024
The Fine Arts Center announced its 2024-2025 Artist-in-Residence program. With support from the Peace Center, this initiative will bring world-class artists directly into the classroom, offering students the opportunity to…
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The Philosophy of Five Points: A unique evening of art, ideas, and community connection
November 11, 2024
Cola Love, in partnership with the University of South Carolina’s Philosophy Department, announced The Philosophy of Five Points, an evening event dedicated to bridging the gap between academia and the…
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The Laurens County Chorale Presents: Sounds of the Season
November 9, 2024
The Laurens County Chorale invites the community to join in celebrating the Christmas season with their annual holiday concert, Sounds of the Season. Known for its festive and inspiring performances, the Chorale’s…
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