Announcements
President’s, Dean’s and Awards Lists
Bob Jones University Dean’s List GREENVILLE, SC (05/17/2021)– The following students are among approximately 800 Bob Jones University students named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2021 semester. The Dean’s List recognizes students who earn a 3.00-3.74 grade point average during the semester. Anna Dunn, a Sophomore Premed/Predent major from Fountain Inn; Gabrielle Neal,…
Read MorePrisma Health reduces hours, set to close The Ridge vaccine site
The CDC and the vaccine advisory committee has announced that children 12 and over can now receive the Pfizer vaccine, but Prisma Health began reducing hours at the Laurens site this week and it will close later this month. Prisma Health administers the Pfizer brand vaccine. Turnout has been lower at The Ridge in recent…
Read MoreRecent Graduates
Graduates from Spartanburg Methodist College SPARTANBURG, SC (05/13/2021)– On May 8, 2021 Spartanburg Methodist College (SMC) celebrated the graduation of the 2021 class. The ceremony was held at Spartanburg High School’s football stadium. Included in the graduating class was the first ever bachelor’s degree graduates from SMC. Among those graduating were Bailey Houston Goode of…
Read MoreMig’s of Laurens Ribbon Cutting Welcomes New Owner
On Thursday, April 22, the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting ceremony to welcome the new owner of Mig’s of Laurens. Owner, Jeffery Kagon, and his business partner, Blake Price, cut the ceremonial ribbon alongside City of Laurens Mayor, Nathan Sean, and community members. Mig’s of Laurens has added a variety of…
Read MoreFood Lion Opens New Clinton, S.C., Store
SALISBURY, N.C. – Starting Wednesday, April 21, neighbors in Clinton, S.C., can nourish their families at their newest local Food Lion located at 927 Broad St. S., Clinton, S.C. 29325. The new store will have approximately 75 associates and serve customers daily from 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. In addition to its longstanding heritage of…
Read MoreGrand Opening, Ribbon Cutting for Berkshire Hathaway C. Dan Joyner Real Estate Agency
Dateline – Clinton, South Carolina The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting on April 1 for Berkshire Hathaway C. Dan Joyner Real Estate Agency, 220 West Main Street, Clinton. Attending were the Chamber of Commerce team, City of Clinton representatives, including Mayor Bob McLean, and many community members to welcome…
Read MoreGrand Opening, Ribbon Cutting for Foodshare Laurens County
Dateline – Clinton, South Carolina The Laurens County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting on April 1 for Foodshare Laurens County, 28020 Hwy 76 East, Clinton. Attending were the Chamber of Commerce team, City of Clinton representatives, including Mayor Bob McLean, and many community members to welcome the new business to the…
Read MoreModWash Prepares to Make a Big Splash in Laurens
Laurens, S.C. (March 9, 2021) – ModWash is ready to serve brilliantly clean cars to the historic and charming town of Laurens! As ModWash is quickly expanding across the nation, its Laurens ModWash will mark its second South Carolina location. Located at 904 East Main Street, ModWash is set to make its Laurens debut at…
Read MoreLocal graduates recognized
Marcus Blackstone graduates from Hofstra University HEMPSTEAD, NY (03/18/2021)– Marcus Blackstone of Gray Court, SC graduated from Hofstra University in December 2020, earning a Master of Arts in Health Law and Policy.
Read MoreLDHS senior receives prestigious Joseph C. Gilliam Award
Dateline – Laurens, South Carolina The Joseph C. Gilliam Award Winner for this school year is Cadet Lieutenant Commander (LCDR) Richard Rush of Laurens High School. The Gilliam Award recognizes student leaders actively involved with NJROTC, and the winner is almost always in the top 5% of their class. Gilliam applicants must have a superb…
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