Laurens
Randall returns; Senn, Garrett head to run-off
***Story updated to show that early voting begins Wednesday, March 15. Incumbent Nathan Senn and challenger Randy Garrett still have campaigning left to do for the Laurens mayoral election while Clinton voters brought back a familiar face to lead the city. Randy Randall, who served as Clinton’s mayor a decade ago, was elected to the…
Read MoreLaurens County man dies in single-car wreck
A 31-year-old Laurens County man was killed in a single-car crash just after midnight Sunday morning. According to South Carolina Highway Patrol Master Trooper Mitchell Ridgeway, the wreck occurred on East Jerry Road about 1.5 miles east of Laurens. The Laurens County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Christopher Turner of Clinton. Ridgeway said the…
Read MorePedestrian struck and killed by car in Laurens
A woman was killed Tuesday night after being struck by a vehicle while walking along Fleming Avenue Extension near Exchange Drive. Laurens County Deputy Coroner Ashley Rushton identified the victim as Shaina Summerall, 33, of Laurens. According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, both Summerall and a 2016 Toyota Camry, were traveling north on Fleming…
Read MoreLaurens, Clinton to hold Veterans Day observances
Both Laurens and Clinton will hold Veterans Day observances Friday. The City of Laurens will host its Veterans Day Celebration at 10 a.m. at the new water park at 122 South Street just off the Historic Square. The event will feature the Davidson Brass ensemble and state Rep. Doug Gilliam (R-Union), a retired U.S. Army…
Read MoreDistrict 55 sets supply drive for clear backpacks as safety measures expanded
Laurens County School District 55 parents learned early this month that clear backpacks will be required in all schools, and the school district has set Monday, Aug. 1, 5 to 7 p.m., for its annual School Supply Drive Through to provide clear backpacks and supplies for its students. Families bill have to be pre-registered and…
Read MoreLaurens survives opening scare; Clinton ousted
The Laurens Raiders’ football team opened its quest for an SCHSL Class 5A championship Friday night, and in doing so nearly saw its outstanding season come to a sudden end. However, running back Duane Martin didn’t let that happen. Martin rushed for 231 yards and four touchdowns to help spark Laurens to 466 rushing yards…
Read MoreFoster TD helps Raiders take huge step
The Laurens Raiders’ football team is alone in first place in Region 1-5A after a thrilling road victory over the Woodmont Wildcats Friday night. Dee Foster caught three passes for 77 yards, including a 7-yard touchdown pass from Ryan Campbell with 15 seconds left in regulation, giving the Raiders a 28-24 victory over the Wildcats…
Read MoreLaurens’ Martin nominated for Mr. Football award
Laurens Raiders’ running back/linebacker Duane Martin picked up another honor Wednesday night when he was announced as a finalist for the state’s Mr. Football award. Martin was nominated with Dutch Fork wide receiver Jalin Hyatt, Saluda quarterback Noah Bell, Chapman quarterback MIkele Colasurdo, Byrnes running back Rahjai Harris, and Daniel quarterback Tyler Venables. Through five…
Read MoreClinton boys’ runners take 3rd at Emerald meet
The Clinton High boys’ cross country team turned in a solid performance at an open meet, held at Emerald, finishing in third place with 82 points. All of the top five scoring runners – and the top eight runners for the Red Devils – finished with personal bests. Nick Perkins led Clinton with a time…
Read MoreCraig punt return TD boosts Laurens
The Laurens Raiders’ football team used its offense and, especially, its defense to stay in the game Friday night against the Westside Rams at K.C. Hanna Stadium, but it was special teams that ended up providing the big blow. Isaac Craig returned a punt 66 yards for a touchdown with 2 minutes, 9 seconds left in…
Read More