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County council approves plan to secure $35 million in bonds
The Laurens County Council voted 6-0 at its regular meeting Monday to set up the nonprofit entity that will secure $35 million funding to complete two major capital projects. By approving third and final reading of an ordinance that will set up a board to pursue installment purchase revenue bonds (IPRB) that will fund the…
Read MoreLaurens woman killed in motorcycle crash
A 36-year-old Laurens woman died Monday from injuries she sustained during a motorcycle crash Sunday afternoon in Laurens. Amanda “Mandy” Power died of blunt-force trauma at a Greenville hospital, said Laurens County Chief Deputy Coroner Patti Canupp. Power was airlifted from the scene of the accident, which occurred just after 3 p.m. Sunday on South…
Read MorePC’s Sharp leaves Blue Hose for App State
Two weeks after leading the Presbyterian College women’s basketball team on a historic run to the NCAA Tournament, head coach Alaura Sharp has accepted the same position at Appalachian State. Appalachian State has scheduled a press conference for 12:15 p.m. today (Friday) to introduce Sharp. A national search for Presbyterian College’s next head coach is…
Read MoreArrest made in death in Clinton after standoff
Clinton Police and other law enforcement agencies, including the Laurens County SWAT unit, SLED and the S.C. Highway Patrol arrested a man Thursday afternoon after a standoff at an East Carolina Avenue residence. The man taken into custoday aroun 3:30 p.m. was wanted in connection with the death of another individual in Clinton. According to…
Read MoreProcessional brings fallen firefighter back home
Local residents and first responders from around the state lined the streets of Laurens as Clinton and Laurens County firefighter Michael “Mike Mike” Vinson was returned to Laurens Tuesday morning. A processional that included a long line of emergency vehicles carried Vinson’s body to Kennedy Mortuary from Greenville. While on duty with the Clinton Fire…
Read MoreClinton City firefighter killed on duty Sunday, time of prayer planned for noon Monday
Clinton, South Carolina – An Easter morning shift turned deadly for a City of Clinton firefighter after an accident on the way to a call today. Two firefighters were answering a call to the BP Station across the interstate on Highway 72, and the truck was T-boned by a sedan at the intersection of Springdale…
Read MoreThornwell Charter hires Smith as head football coach
Thornwell Charter School has hired a familiar face as its second head football coach since beginning varsity competition last season. Former Laurens District High School head coach Daryl Smith was announced Thursday morning as the Saints’ head coach, replacing Charlie Washington. Thornwell parted ways with Washington two weeks ago after a 1-8 season in 2023.…
Read MoreLCDSNB serving more as it gains assistance
Laurens, South Carolina – Laurens County Disability and Special Needs Board held its annual breakfast meeting in The Palmetto Room last week, thanking community stakeholders for the work they’re doing for those with disabilities in the county. Executive Director Jason Tavenner said he appreciates those partners who already work with the public, non-profit agency’s employment…
Read MoreLocals looking for legislative answers
The Lumberyard will celebrate it’s first anniversary in mid-April. The small pub, which serves craft beer and wine and hosts acoustic performers and trivia and open-mic nights, but the first 11 months has been fraught with unexpected challenges. South Carolina’s stringent laws regarding liability insurance is forcing the hands of business owners who are paying…
Read MorePC run ends as Gamecocks roll to next round, 91-39
COLUMBIA – There was no Lincoln Street Stunner at Colonial Life Arena. Top-seeded South Carolina (33-0) delivered all that was expected Friday afternoon, beating Presbyterian 91-39 in the first-round of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship Tournament and ending PC’s magical postseason run. Five Gamecocks, led by Chloe Kitts off the bench, scored in double figures.…
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