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Lighting the Way fund-raisers - three images

Thornwell Charter School is proud to launch its “Light the Way” Capital Campaign, a $200,000 fundraising effort to install lights at its existing softball field and make facility improvements …

Heroic Actions and "The Littles"

The Spirit of 56 awards went to 5 heroes from Clinton High School and 3 innovators from the MS Bailey Child Development Center at the Monday night District 56 Board of Trustees meeting. The …

DECISION 2026: Laurens County Council leaders Jeff Carroll and Matthew Brownlee endorse Rick Shealy for SC House District 14

LAURENS - Laurens County Council Chairman Jeff Carroll and Councilman Matthew Brownlee, who serves as council vice chairman, have endorsed Rick Shealy in his campaign for South Carolina House …

David Stumbo’s Constitution Day Talk at Lander Connects History, Modern Law 

GREENWOOD — Constitution Day speaker David Stumbo explored the historical significance and the continuing relevance of the U.S. Constitution, guiding his audience at Lander University through the …
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Remember the ‘us’ in the prayer to ‘give us this day our daily bread’

During last year’s interruption in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, commonly known as food stamps, I was given the names of more than 100 people who would go without food if we …

BUSINESS: SC’s growth story is becoming the South’s growth story

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the country’s economic center of gravity continues to move south. My new report, Accelerating South , captures the scale of that shift: …

Tomorrow starts National Newspaper Week

When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the life-changing news with their readers.   With all of the enormous changes in …

I turned 73 yesterday

So, as I reflect on the fact that, yesterday, I turned 73 years old a few thoughts come to mind, in no particular order: I’m going to be $5,000 richer when MAGA retains control of the U.S. …

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IN PHOTOS: How Clinton removed the Yellow Jackets' stinger

Angelo Cromer’s 4 touchdowns – 2 running, 1 receiving, 1 scooping up a fumble – paced the Clinton Red Devils to a 61-6 Homecoming win Friday night against a depleted Union County team that …

1 Mission, 1 Flag

On Friday, a day before the United States of America turned 250 years old, motorcycle riders from Laurens and Swannanoa, NC, participated in a handoff of the Nation of Patriots Patriot Tour American …

IN PHOTOS: 250th Happy Birthday America, Carolina Day in Laurens

Every school child in Laurens County should see this exhibit within the coming year. Because this -- this display right here in the middle of our County Seat - shows what it means to be an American. …

Two decades of serving our heroes

After listening to people praise him and thank him for 22 years service to the veterans of Laurens County, Carey Bolt did the Carey Bolt-iest thing you can imagine - he went around the room thanking …
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A Night of Christmas Magic on Broad Street

The Christmas spirit lit up 413 N. Broad Street one last time as families lined up to visit Santa at the Swayngham home. From free gifts and cookies to Mrs. Swayngham’s magical Christmas …

The Joanna Christmas Parade Highlight Video

Joanna’s Christmas parade brought hometown charm and holiday magic to a festive Sunday afternoon, filling the streets with cheerful music, vibrant floats, and families gathered together in true …

The Laurens Christmas Parade Highlight Video

Laurens brought the holiday magic on Saturday!  From festive floats to bright lights and big smiles, we caught all the best moments.

The Clinton Christmas Parade Highlight Video

Clinton’s Christmas parade brought bright smiles and holiday magic to a beautiful Saturday morning, filling the streets with festive music, colorful floats, and the joyful energy of families gathered together. The parade truly captured the spirit of the season, reminding everyone how special our community feels during the holidays.
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Obituaries
Donald “Dinky” Elliott Taylor
Donald “Dinky” Elliott Taylor, age 64, of Sylvania, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on October 1, 2026. Dinky was born to Joe Lester Taylor and Kathleen Mock Taylor. He proudly served his …
Kelly M. King Jr.
Kelly M. King Jr., 75, of Clinton, South Carolina, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 26, 2026, peacefully in his home surrounded by the love of his family. Kelly was born on …
Michael Terry “Mike” League
CLINTON - Michael Terry “Mike” League, age 86, of Clinton, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at NHC of Clinton.    He was born September 5, 1940 in Pickens, SC and was the …
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George Burnett Brockenbrough
GREENWOOD - George Burnett Brockenbrough, 95, of Greenwood, SC, passed away on Sept. 4th at Wesley Commons.   Born in Tryon, NC, he was the only child of George Hawkins Brockenbrough and Helen …
Frank James Bryant, Sr.
Frank James Bryant, Sr., age 87, widower of Elizabeth Geraldine Neal Bryant, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 surrounded by his family at Self Regional Hospital.      He was …
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Pink Out game is moved up to NOON, Saturday
After a five-week spell of road games / rest, the Presbyterian College football team will reopen the doors at Bailey Memorial Stadium this Saturday for a major PFL test against St. Thomas. …
PHOTO: Clinton senior Joshua Watts (6) takes instruction from Clinton Football Defensive Coordinator Ethan Campbell during the heat of battle against previously-winless Batesburg-Leesville.
Turning the Page
The Clinton Red Devils will experience a character test this week as they seek to move on from a disappointing loss to a previously 0-4 team, the Batesburg-Leesville Panthers. The Red Devils …
Clinton blocks Chapman FG try.
Aerial Attack bombs the Devils for 222
Chapman’s passing advantage – 222 yards to Clinton’s 25 – was more than enough to power the home-standing Panthers to a convincing 45-13 win over the visiting Red Devils Friday night, in a …
Graydon Watkins (2) touchdown catch, from Owen Glenn in Clinton’s win at Newberry.
Clinton BELTS Newberry
Owen Glenn’s electrifying 80-yard run to pay dirt as the 3rd quarter time expired deflated the Newberry Bulldogs for the 4th quarter of a close contest, and led to Clinton’s 39-28 win Friday at …
Blue Hose Back to the field to Battle The Bears
MACON, Ga. – With one game of the 2026 season in the rearview for the Presbyterian College football team, a three-game road sequence kicks off on Saturday against perennial FCS Playoff contender …
Clinton Football's Captains against Laurens were: Angelo Cromer, #1; Jason Hood, #66; Graydon Watkins, #2; and A'javian James, #8.
It was an Instant Classic
Clinton beats Laurens with :02 left Caleb Gary is #18. JV – Clinton 36, Laurens 6. INSTANT CLASSIC Red Devil Nation braved the rain – but, thankfully, no lightning delays …
Crime
JASON COREY SEXTON
REGIONAL CRIME: Child abuser sentenced to 30 years in prison
NEWBERRY — A man who admitted to sexually abusing a 5-year-old child was sentenced to 30 years in prison Wednesday, 8th Circuit Solicitor David M. Stumbo announced Wednesday. Jason Corey …
Bagging Flock
Oconee County Council Member Matthew Dunham posted: “County Administrator Stewart Jones (former Laurens County Council member and State Representative from Laurens County) and I started bagging …
Alleged criminal sexual conduct with a minor charge
The state’s law enforcement agency has announced charges against Laurens County man for alleged criminal sexual conduct with a minor. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged …
Glenn William Sickles, IV,
ATTORNEY GENERAL: Laurens County man, a Clinton fireman, arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material* charge
COLUMBIA - South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Glenn William Sickles, IV, 34, of Clinton, S.C., on one charge connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. …
NEVELLE SHABARR REID
Greenwood career criminal strikes out, sentenced to life without parole
GREENWOOD — A lifelong criminal offender will spend the remainder of his life behind bars under South Carolina’s “three strikes” laws after being convicted of smuggling drugs into the …
Fatality near Clinton - and another
The Laurens County Coroner’s Office has posted: “Per Patti Canupp, On September 22, 2026, Chief Deputy Coroner Ashley Rushton was notified of a death that occurred at Prisma Health Greenville …