Announcements
Clinton finally gets back to construction of recreation complex
Clinton, South Carolina – Clinton City Council took action Monday evening to finally start again on its long-awaited recreation complex, directing City Manager Tom Brooks to work with GMK Architects to select a building contractor for the project. At its special called meeting, council met in executive session with GMK architect Bryant Brown. “Mayor Pro…
Read MoreMedicaid recipients, did you know you must requalify for Medicaid?
Congressman Jeff Duncan Announces Ron DeSantis as Keynote Speaker for 12th Annual Faith & Freedom BBQ
July 27, 2023 Laurens, S.C. — Congressman Jeff Duncan has announced Ron DeSantis as the keynote speaker for his 12th annual Faith & Freedom BBQ hosted at the Anderson Sports and Entertainment Center on August 28 at 6pm in Anderson, SC. The event is South Carolina’s leading opportunity for voters to meet and engage with…
Read MoreDesigns by D celebrates year of success, friendships
A one-year anniversary celebration this weekend at a downtown Laurens retail mall was more than simply acknowledging a year of business success, but it was also an observance of what can be accomplished through hard work, more than a little skill, determination to treat people well, and don’t forget – listening to God. In the…
Read MoreChild Abuse Prevention/Celebrate Safe Children donation to Laurens Baptist Crisis Center
Laurens, SC– Rain may have canceled the Laurens County First Steps, Child Abuse Prevention/Celebrate Safe Children event twice, but it did not cancel the outpouring of donations to the Laurens Baptist Crisis Center. Over 500 pounds of non-perishable food was collected along with scores of diapers, wipes, and baby necessities. Laurens County First Steps would…
Read MoreJosie Parker announces candidacy for D55 School Board Seat 7
I am excited to announce my candidacy for Seat 7 on the Laurens School District 55 Board of Trustees. The role of the School Board is to carry out the will of the community in matters of public education, within the boundaries set by the laws and regulations of the state of South Carolina and…
Read MoreThe NASCAR Foundation and Laurens County First Steps Giveathon – May 16-19
Fleck, Richardson unite in marriage
Victoria Rebecca Fleck and Tony Martin Richardson Jr., both of Nashville, Tennessee, were united in marriage on Saturday, April 8, at First Baptist Church in Laurens. The Rev. Tommy Cox of Laurens officiated at the 5 p.m. ceremony. Wedding music was provided by pianist Adair Rogers of Clinton and vocalist Phillip Dean of Laurens. Following…
Read MoreLaurens District 55 High School NJROTC cadets shine during Naval review
On Thursday, April 20, the LDHS NJROTC had an Annual Military Inspection (AMI). Navy officers conducted the inspection and cadets presented their marching formation and drill pass and review. The AMI is conducted annually to ensure each NJROTC unit maintains the Navy’s standards. The LDHS NJROTC passed their AMI. Five freshman female Naval Cadets- Jalissa…
Read MoreLifeNet Expands Air Medical Service with New Base in Laurens County
Air medical team brings lifesaving emergency care to western South Carolina Clinton, SC, March 1, 2023 – A trusted name in air medical service is ready to answer the call when residents of Laurens County and beyond need emergency care. LifeNet 7 opened on Wednesday, March 1 in collaboration with Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital…
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