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Urgent Reminder for South Carolina Residents to Apply for Hurricane Helene Assistance Before January Deadline

December 24, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Urgent Reminder for Hurricane Helene Assistance Applications The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging residents of South Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene to act quickly, as...

President Biden Commutes Death Sentences of 37 Inmates, Sparking National Debate on Capital Punishment

December 24, 2024

Washington D.C. – President Commutes Death Sentences of Inmates On Monday, President Joe Biden made a significant decision by commuting the sentences of 37 inmates on federal death row, converting...

Family of Clinton Man Found Dead Pleads for Help

December 22, 2024

News Summary The family of Zarius ‘Zay’ Hurley, a 24-year-old Clinton resident found dead, is seeking answers three months after his death during a police standoff. His family is offering...

Tragic Discovery of Homicide Victim in Greenwood

December 22, 2024

News Summary The Greenwood community is grieving after the discovery of a homicide victim, Demetrous Childs, at a local intersection. As investigations progress, residents express fear about rising violence and...

Clinton Community Unites After Heartbreaking Fire

December 22, 2024

News Summary In response to a devastating fire that destroyed several local businesses in Clinton, residents gathered for a heartfelt prayer vigil to show support and solidarity. Organized by Pastor...

Tragedy in Clinton: Teens Charged in Murder Case

December 22, 2024

News Summary Two teenagers, Malachi Pressley and Taylor Kinard, have been arrested in connection to the murder of 18-year-old MyAngel Walker in Clinton. The horrific incident has left the community...

Tragedy Strikes in Clinton, South Carolina: A Young Life Cut Short

December 22, 2024

News Summary The Clinton community is grieving the loss of 18-year-old MyAngel Walker, who was recently found deceased in a burned vehicle. Her disappearance and subsequent death, linked to domestic...

Emergency Landing of Small Plane on New York Thruway Highlights Winter Flying Challenges

December 21, 2024

Emergency Landing of Small Plane on New York Thruway Albany, N.Y. — A small plane made an emergency landing on a snowy stretch of the New York State Thruway on...

Tragic Verdict in Laurens: Hines Family Receives Justice for Maddie

December 20, 2024

Tragic Verdict in Laurens: Hines Family Receives Justice for Maddie In Laurens County, a heart-wrenching chapter came to a close on Wednesday as the community gathered in the aftermath of...

Legal Action Taken in Laurens, S.C. Against Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults

December 20, 2024

Laurens, S.C. – Legal Authorities Take Action Against Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults In a troubling turn of events, residents of Laurens, South Carolina, are grappling with the aftermath of a...

POLITICS

Clinton Community Unites After Heartbreaking Fire

December 22, 2024

News Summary In response to a devastating fire that destroyed several local businesses in Clinton, residents gathered for a heartfelt prayer vigil to show support and solidarity. Organized by Pastor...

Legal Action Taken in Laurens, S.C. Against Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults

December 20, 2024

Laurens, S.C. – Legal Authorities Take Action Against Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults In a troubling turn of events, residents of Laurens, South Carolina, are grappling with the aftermath of a...

Hegseth Faces Uphill Battle for Secretary of Defense Amid Allegations and Senate Scrutiny

December 6, 2024

Washington D.C. – Hegseth’s Battle for Defense Secretary In the bustling halls of Washington D.C., Pete Hegseth has been making the rounds this week, trying hard to convince senators and...

Elon Musk’s $20.5 Million Donation to RBG PAC Raises Eyebrows in Election Spending

December 6, 2024

Big Money Moves in the Election: Elon Musk and the RBG PAC Revelations Let’s talk politics! Recently, Musk’s behind-the-scenes involvement in the electoral game came to light, and it’s stirring...

Changes Ahead for Clinton as City Manager Announces Resignation

December 5, 2024

Changes Ahead for Clinton: City Manager Announces Resignation This is an exciting yet bittersweet time for the residents of Clinton, South Carolina. Over the weekend, City Manager Tom Brooks announced...

Shake-Ups in Trump’s Transition Team Raise Questions About GOP Influence and Cabinet Choices

December 5, 2024

Shake-Ups in Trump’s Transition Team Raise Questions In a whirlwind of events coming out of Washington, D.C., it seems Donald Trump’s future administration is already hitting some bumps in the...

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan Announces Independent Run for Governor, Promises to Be “Your Governor”

December 5, 2024

Detroit’s Mayor Takes a Bold Step into State Politics In a surprising move that’s sure to shake things up in Michigan’s political scene, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced this week...

South Carolina Honors Charitable Organizations at Angels of 2024 Ceremony

November 21, 2024

South Carolina Celebrates the Angels of 2024 On a sunny Wednesday morning, the city of Columbia was buzzing with excitement as Secretary of State Mark Hammond unveiled the much-anticipated Angels...

Laurens County Residents Voice Concerns Over Rising Property Taxes

November 16, 2024

Laurens County Residents Voice Concerns Over Rising Property Taxes This past November 11, during the regular monthly meeting of the Laurens County Council, an important topic took center stage: property...

Union, South Carolina Reflects on 30 Years Since Susan Smith’s Tragic Case as Parole Hearing Approaches

November 13, 2024

Union, South Carolina: A Community Reflects on 30 Years of Change Since a Tragic Event Union, South Carolina, is much like many other small towns nestled in the heart of...

CRIME

Family of Clinton Man Found Dead Pleads for Help

December 22, 2024

News Summary The family of Zarius ‘Zay’ Hurley, a 24-year-old Clinton resident found dead, is seeking answers three months after his death during a police standoff. His family is offering...

Tragic Discovery of Homicide Victim in Greenwood

December 22, 2024

News Summary The Greenwood community is grieving after the discovery of a homicide victim, Demetrous Childs, at a local intersection. As investigations progress, residents express fear about rising violence and...

Tragedy in Clinton: Teens Charged in Murder Case

December 22, 2024

News Summary Two teenagers, Malachi Pressley and Taylor Kinard, have been arrested in connection to the murder of 18-year-old MyAngel Walker in Clinton. The horrific incident has left the community...

Tragedy Strikes in Clinton, South Carolina: A Young Life Cut Short

December 22, 2024

News Summary The Clinton community is grieving the loss of 18-year-old MyAngel Walker, who was recently found deceased in a burned vehicle. Her disappearance and subsequent death, linked to domestic...

Tragic Verdict in Laurens: Hines Family Receives Justice for Maddie

December 20, 2024

Tragic Verdict in Laurens: Hines Family Receives Justice for Maddie In Laurens County, a heart-wrenching chapter came to a close on Wednesday as the community gathered in the aftermath of...

Legal Action Taken in Laurens, S.C. Against Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults

December 20, 2024

Laurens, S.C. – Legal Authorities Take Action Against Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults In a troubling turn of events, residents of Laurens, South Carolina, are grappling with the aftermath of a...

ECONOMY

Changes Ahead for Clinton as City Manager Announces Resignation

December 5, 2024

Changes Ahead for Clinton: City Manager Announces Resignation This is an exciting yet bittersweet time for the residents of Clinton, South Carolina. Over the weekend, City Manager Tom Brooks announced...

South Carolina Honors Charitable Organizations at Angels of 2024 Ceremony

November 21, 2024

South Carolina Celebrates the Angels of 2024 On a sunny Wednesday morning, the city of Columbia was buzzing with excitement as Secretary of State Mark Hammond unveiled the much-anticipated Angels...

Laurens County Residents Voice Concerns Over Rising Property Taxes

November 16, 2024

Laurens County Residents Voice Concerns Over Rising Property Taxes This past November 11, during the regular monthly meeting of the Laurens County Council, an important topic took center stage: property...

Clinton City Council Advances Recovery Plans Following Fire and Hurricane Devastation

November 11, 2024

Clinton City Council Takes Major Steps for Recovery and Revitalization The town of Clinton is buzzing with activity as the City Council makes significant moves towards revitalizing the Musgrove Street...

Laurens County Faces Uphill Battle in Recovery After Hurricane Helene’s Impact

November 4, 2024

Laurens County Struggles to Overcome Hurricane Helene’s Devastation Laurens County is picking up the pieces after being unexpectedly hit by Hurricane Helene, which slammed into the community with Category 2...

Fire Engulfs Downtown Clinton, Devastating Local Businesses and Community

November 3, 2024

Fire Devastates Downtown Clinton, Leaving Community in Shock This past week, a significant fire broke out in the heart of Clinton, wreaking havoc on several beloved local businesses and leaving...

Cloudy Skies and Council Debates: Laurens County Discusses Fireworks Ordinance and Local Initiatives

November 3, 2024

Cloudy Skies and Council Decisions: Laurens County Updates Weather Forecast: A Mix of Clouds and Sunshine As we stroll into the day here in Laurens County, the skies are pretty...

John E. Caldwell Bridge Reopens in Newberry County After Three-Year Wait

October 31, 2024

Exciting News for Newberry County: The John E. Caldwell Bridge Reopens After Long Wait There’s great news for residents of Newberry County! After more than three long years filled with...

Laurens Man Arrested for Assault and Battery Amid Community Concerns

October 30, 2024

Laurens Man Arrested for Assault and Battery In the charming town of Laurens, a significant incident has unfolded involving local resident Marvin Silvester Blanco, a 32-year-old man living on Green...

Laurens County Water and Sewer Commission Demonstrates Resilience Amid Hurricane Helene Recovery

October 28, 2024

Laurens County: A Community’s Resilience in the Wake of Hurricane Helene In the small town of Laurens, South Carolina, life has been busy since Hurricane Helene hit in late September....

SPORT

Exciting Times in Laurens: Two Students Earn Scholarships for USC Union Bass Fishing Team

December 16, 2024

Exciting Times in Laurens: Two Students Cast Their Dreams with Fishing Scholarships! Laurens, South Carolina, is buzzing with excitement this week as two ambitious seniors from Laurens District 55 High...

Newberry Bulldogs Achieve Dominant 45-0 Victory Over Swansea Tigers

November 10, 2024

Newberry Dominates in a Big Win Against Swansea Newberry, SC — The excitement was palpable as the Newberry Bulldogs took to the field this past Friday night, showcasing their powerhouse...

Cloudy Weather Won’t Dampen Spirits as Garrison Vaughan is Named Athlete of the Week at Laurens Academy

November 7, 2024

Cloudy Skies and Exciting Football at Laurens Academy Good morning, Laurens! If you woke up today expecting clear blue skies, you might be a little disappointed. A few showers greeted...

Laurens Raiders Achieve First Win of Season with 45-0 Triumph over Southside Tigers

October 13, 2024

Laurens Raiders Secure First Win of the Season with Dominating Performance Against Southside Tigers Laurens, SC – Under a stunning evening sky filled with plentiful sunshine, the Laurens Raiders finally...

Laurens County Students Set to Return to School Following Storm Recovery Efforts

October 13, 2024

Laurens County Students Ready to Return to School After Storm Recovery LAURENS, SC – As the sun shines brightly and temperatures soar to a pleasant 81°F this lovely October day,...

Recent Events in Laurens Highlight Community Strength and Challenges

September 14, 2024

Recent Developments in Laurens: Community News Round-Up Laurens, a vibrant and close-knit community, has been buzzing with a series of noteworthy events that have grabbed the attention of its residents....

DISASTERS

Family of Clinton Man Found Dead Pleads for Help

December 22, 2024

News Summary The family of Zarius ‘Zay’ Hurley, a 24-year-old Clinton resident found dead, is seeking answers three months after his death during a police standoff. His family is offering...

Tragic Discovery of Homicide Victim in Greenwood

December 22, 2024

News Summary The Greenwood community is grieving after the discovery of a homicide victim, Demetrous Childs, at a local intersection. As investigations progress, residents express fear about rising violence and...

Clinton Community Unites After Heartbreaking Fire

December 22, 2024

News Summary In response to a devastating fire that destroyed several local businesses in Clinton, residents gathered for a heartfelt prayer vigil to show support and solidarity. Organized by Pastor...

Tragedy in Clinton: Teens Charged in Murder Case

December 22, 2024

News Summary Two teenagers, Malachi Pressley and Taylor Kinard, have been arrested in connection to the murder of 18-year-old MyAngel Walker in Clinton. The horrific incident has left the community...

Tragedy Strikes in Clinton, South Carolina: A Young Life Cut Short

December 22, 2024

News Summary The Clinton community is grieving the loss of 18-year-old MyAngel Walker, who was recently found deceased in a burned vehicle. Her disappearance and subsequent death, linked to domestic...

Tragic Verdict in Laurens: Hines Family Receives Justice for Maddie

December 20, 2024

Tragic Verdict in Laurens: Hines Family Receives Justice for Maddie In Laurens County, a heart-wrenching chapter came to a close on Wednesday as the community gathered in the aftermath of...

Prosperity Man Charged After Fatal Shooting of Police Dog K9 Coba

December 17, 2024

Prosperity Man Faces Federal Charges After Shooting Police Dog In a tragic turn of events in the charming town of Prosperity, South Carolina, a local man has found himself entangled...

Newberry County Man Indicted After Shooting K9 Officer Coba

December 14, 2024

Newberry County Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of K9 NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. – This small, close-knit community was rocked recently by a tragic incident that has left many residents shaken....

Man Charged with Shooting K9 Officer in Newberry County Tragedy

December 13, 2024

Tragic Incident in Newberry County: Man Charged with Shooting K9 In the small, tight-knit community of Newberry County, South Carolina, a heartbreaking incident has stirred emotions and drawn attention to...

Tragic Motorcycle Accident Claims Life in Fountain Inn

December 8, 2024

Tragic Motorcycle Accident Claims Life in Fountain Inn Fountain Inn, S.C. has been rocked by a tragic event that unfolded early Friday morning, leaving the community in shock. A motorcyclist,...

HEALTH

Legal Action Taken in Laurens, S.C. Against Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults

December 20, 2024

Laurens, S.C. – Legal Authorities Take Action Against Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults In a troubling turn of events, residents of Laurens, South Carolina, are grappling with the aftermath of a...

Rabid Raccoon Discovered in Newberry County, SC Raises Public Health Concerns

December 10, 2024

Rabid Raccoon Found in Newberry County, SC Newberry County, South Carolina, is on high alert after the discovery of a rabid raccoon in the area. This troubling event was reported...

Tragedy in Laurens: Domestic Shooting Leaves One Dead and One Injured

December 7, 2024

Tragedy Strikes Laurens: One Dead, One Injured in Domestic Shooting In the quaint city of Laurens, a shocking incident unfolded yesterday that has left the community reeling. A domestic situation...

Tragic Incident at Tyger River Correctional Institute Raises Concerns About Inmate Care and Safety

November 13, 2024

Tragic Incident at Tyger River Correctional Institute ENOREE, S.C. — This past weekend brought heartbreaking news from the Tyger River Correctional Institute regarding the death of an inmate, Michael Williams....

Union County Commemorates 30 Years Since Susan Smith’s Tragic Case Amid Parole Hearing Concerns

November 11, 2024

Moving Forward: Union County Reflects on Susan Smith’s Case In the small town of Union, South Carolina, memories run deep, and so do the scars left by tragic events. As...

Fire Engulfs Downtown Clinton, Devastating Local Businesses and Community

November 3, 2024

Fire Devastates Downtown Clinton, Leaving Community in Shock This past week, a significant fire broke out in the heart of Clinton, wreaking havoc on several beloved local businesses and leaving...

Cloudy Skies and Council Debates: Laurens County Discusses Fireworks Ordinance and Local Initiatives

November 3, 2024

Cloudy Skies and Council Decisions: Laurens County Updates Weather Forecast: A Mix of Clouds and Sunshine As we stroll into the day here in Laurens County, the skies are pretty...

Significant Drug Bust in Waterloo Enhances Community Safety Efforts

November 3, 2024

Significant Drug Arrest in Waterloo Spells Good News for the Community Waterloo, a small town nestled in Laurens County, South Carolina, recently witnessed a significant development in the ongoing battle...

Whitmire Police Conduct Patrol Leading to Methamphetamine Trafficking Arrest

November 1, 2024

Whitmire Police Operation Results in Arrest Whitmire, South Carolina – A routine patrol operation turned eventful on Wednesday night when local deputies from the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office arrested a...

Laurens Man Arrested for Assault and Battery Amid Community Concerns

October 30, 2024

Laurens Man Arrested for Assault and Battery In the charming town of Laurens, a significant incident has unfolded involving local resident Marvin Silvester Blanco, a 32-year-old man living on Green...

SHOWBIZ

Elijah Strait Transforms Trials into Triumphs: Cancer Survivor Wins Presidential Scholarship to John Brown University

November 19, 2024

Elijah Strait’s Journey to Hope: From Cancer Survivor to Scholarship Winner In the bustling town of Laurens, South Carolina, the air is filled with a mix of excitement and anticipation,...

Bigfoot Sighting Reported in Newberry County, South Carolina

November 14, 2024

Bigfoot Sighting Reported in Newberry County, South Carolina Newberry County, South Carolina, has become the center of attention for Bigfoot enthusiasts after a local police officer claimed to have spotted...

Bigfoot Sighting Sparks Excitement and Curiosity in Newberry County, South Carolina

November 12, 2024

Is Bigfoot Stalking Newberry County? In the quaint town of Newberry, South Carolina, an intriguing encounter has local residents buzzing with excitement and curiosity. A police officer, known only by...

New Disciplinary Violation for Susan Smith Raises Questions Ahead of Parole Hearing

October 16, 2024

New Disciplinary Violation for Susan Smith in South Carolina GREENWOOD, S.C. – In an unexpected turn of events, Susan Smith, who is currently serving a life sentence for the tragic...

Community Mourns the Passing of Beloved Local Figure Donnie Elliott Tippins at 54

September 10, 2024

Remembering Donnie Elliott Tippins: A Life Full of Love and Adventure CLINTON, SC – The small community of Clinton is reeling from the loss of a beloved local figure, Donnie...

Newberry County Memorial Hospital Unveils Portrait Honoring Late Surgeon Dr. John Brown

September 7, 2024

Newberry County Memorial Hospital Honors Dr. John Brown with Portrait Dedication Newberry — The corridors of Newberry County Memorial Hospital (NCMH) have a new addition gracing their walls. Last week,...

Newberry County Memorial Hospital Honors Dr. John Brown with Portrait Unveiling

September 5, 2024

Newberry County Memorial Hospital Unveils Portrait of Dr. John Brown Newberry — A special ceremony took place last week at the Newberry County Memorial Hospital, where a portrait of the...

TECH UPDATES

New Policy Changes Affect Access to Online Services in Europe Due to GDPR Compliance

October 18, 2024

New Policy Changes Impact European Access to Online Services In a world where our online experiences continue to evolve, a significant policy change has emerged that could affect many users...

Struggles Continue for Upstate Spectrum Customers After Hurricane Helene

October 15, 2024

Struggles Continue for Upstate Spectrum Customers After Hurricane Helene Greenville, SC – It’s been two long weeks since Hurricane Helene swept through, and the aftermath has left many residents in...

Greenville Residents Face Ongoing Internet Outages in Wake of Tropical Storm Helene

October 12, 2024

Greenville Residents Await Internet Restoration After Storm As the sun shines brightly over the city of Greenville with temperatures reaching a pleasant 78°F today, many residents are grappling with the...

Community Mourns the Passing of Beloved Local Figure Donnie Elliott Tippins at 54

September 10, 2024

Remembering Donnie Elliott Tippins: A Life Full of Love and Adventure CLINTON, SC – The small community of Clinton is reeling from the loss of a beloved local figure, Donnie...

Samsung Donates $10,000 to Newberry County Teachers for Amazon Wish Lists in Back-to-School Surprise

August 3, 2024

Samsung Donates $10,000 to Newberry County Teachers for Amazon Wish Lists Boost for Back-to-School Season Columbia, S.C. – In an inspiring show of support for educators, Samsung has generously donated...

Newberry County Sheriff’s Office Prioritizes Equipment Upgrades for Community Safety with State Budget Boost

August 2, 2024

Newberry Co. Sheriff’s Office Investing in Needed Equipment Upgrades Newberry, S.C. – An investment toward protecting the community is what The Newberry County Sheriff’s Office is prioritizing in summer 2024....

Laurens Co. School District 55 to Enforce New Cell Phone Restrictions in Schools

July 30, 2024

Laurens Co. School District 55 Implements New Cell Phone Rules Laurens County, S.C. — Students in Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD) will face new cell phone policies starting this...

SCIENCE

Bigfoot Sighting Reported in Newberry County, South Carolina

November 14, 2024

Bigfoot Sighting Reported in Newberry County, South Carolina Newberry County, South Carolina, has become the center of attention for Bigfoot enthusiasts after a local police officer claimed to have spotted...

Bigfoot Sighting Sparks Excitement and Curiosity in Newberry County, South Carolina

November 12, 2024

Is Bigfoot Stalking Newberry County? In the quaint town of Newberry, South Carolina, an intriguing encounter has local residents buzzing with excitement and curiosity. A police officer, known only by...

Greenwood County Shakes: A Series of Earthquakes Rocks South Carolina

October 17, 2024

Greenwood County Shakes: A Series of Earthquakes Rocks South Carolina This past Sunday, the usually peaceful Greenwood County in South Carolina found itself at the center of some seismic excitement....

Greenville Residents on Alert as Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Creeps Closer

October 12, 2024

Greenville Residents on Alert as Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Creeps Closer GREENVILLE — The sunshine in our lovely city is as warm as ever today, with the high reaching a cozy...

Community Mourns the Passing of Beloved Local Figure Donnie Elliott Tippins at 54

September 10, 2024

Remembering Donnie Elliott Tippins: A Life Full of Love and Adventure CLINTON, SC – The small community of Clinton is reeling from the loss of a beloved local figure, Donnie...

Rare Black Longnose Gar Spotted During Family Fishing Trip on South Carolina Rivers

August 31, 2024

SALUDA, S.C. Next time you are floating on the Broad River, Saluda River, or Congaree River, keep your eyes peeled for a rare black longnose gar. Experts say they are...

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