Area News
Clinton 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 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 MoreAgriculture community takes the stage at Spotlight on Ag
Clinton, South Carolina – More than 430 farmers and supporters of the farm community in Laurens County gathered last Thursday evening for the annual Spotlight on Agriculture, learning about the plans for the new school of Veterinary Medicine at Clemson University and awarding its Agriculturalist of the Year Award to 96-year-old Eddie Alexander of Mountville.…
Read MoreDistricts 55 and 56 to dismiss early for solar eclipse
Both Laurens County School Districts 55 and 56 will dismiss students early on Monday, April 8, the date of a solar eclipse that can be viewed in the county. The eclipse should be able to be viewed in Laurens County around 3 p.m., which is about the same time buses are to be carrying students…
Read MoreLaurens woman killed in car crash
A Laurens woman was killed late Saturday night in a single-car crash on Highway 39 in Mountville. Starkezian “Keke” Farrow, 35, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident, said Laurens County Chief Deputy Coroner Patti Canupp. The accident occurred just before 11:30 p.m. She is survived by her son, Javaye Suber and her…
Read More24-year vet Copeland promoted to LPD chief
The City of Laurens promoted from within its own ranks, announcing Tuesday that veteran Laurens Police officer Heath Copeland has been hired as the city’s new police chief. Copeland, a 24-year veteran of the LPD, takes over for former chief Keith Grounsell, who resigned from the post two weeks ago. Copeland was appointed acting chief…
Read MoreMeetings Monday, Tuesday evenings for community input in Dist. 55 search
Laurens, South Carolina – As a part of the District 55 superintendent search, South Carolina School Board Association (SCSBA) will be conducting several focus group meetings with stakeholders, and there are two opportunities for members of the community. SCSBA will share an overview of the process, and collect responses and comments regarding what characteristics, qualities…
Read MoreAfter 30-year drought, city fountain working again
Laurens, South Carolina – The large fountain by the Laurens Police station at the corner of West Laurens and Church streets has stood dry a long time but last week its water began spraying skyward again, and it’s just in time for the upcoming completion of the expanded department. “From what we’ve heard, the last…
Read More‘Gone to the Dogs’ Car Show set for Saturday
The Laurens County Cruisers are going to the dogs … again. The 6th Annual Gone to the Dogs Car Show is set for Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Laurens County Park (409 State Road, S-30-854, Laurens). Registration is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Judging ends a noon and trophies will be awarded at…
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