Weather and Sports Highlights: Foggy Morning Turns to Afternoon Thunderstorms and Athlete of the Week Voting Opens

Weather Update for Laurens: A Mixed Bag Today

Good morning, Laurens! As we step into another day in our beautiful city, we’re greeted with a touch of fog lingering in the air. That veil of fog adds a little mystery, but don’t let it fool you; things are about to shift! By this afternoon, expect some isolated thunderstorms to roll in, bringing with them gusty winds and the possibility of small hail.

Make sure to keep an eye on the sky as you enjoy the day! The high is expected to reach around 87°F, with winds blowing in from the south at 5 to 10 mph. While the chance of rain sits at about 30%, it’s always a good idea to grab that umbrella just in case. Later tonight, the scattered thunderstorms should start to quiet down, leading to a partly cloudy night with a low of around 68°F. Winds will lighten up, and the chance of rain increases slightly to 40%. So perhaps enjoy a cozy evening in!

Voting Open for Athlete of the Week!

GoLaurens.com Athlete of the Week award, a fantastic initiative presented by Self Regional Healthcare in partnership with the Lakelands Region YMCA-Laurens and the Clinton YMCA.

If you’re passionate about local sports, this is a great opportunity to show your support for our young, talented athletes. Voting kicked off on Monday at 7 AM and will be open until noon on Wednesday, September 25. Be a part of the excitement by casting your ballots once a day during the voting period!

Meet This Week’s Nominees

Let’s take a moment to celebrate the incredible nominees for the week of September 16:

• Karleigh Porter – Thornwell Charter School: She rocked the court with 10 kills, 15 aces, and 1 dig during her match against Ware Shoals.
• Ashlyn Messer – Laurens District High School: Ashlyn led her team to victory against Southside in an exhilarating match that included a nail-biting 17-15 tiebreak.
• Libby Dailey – Clinton High School: Libby swept through her first week of conference play, winning 2 singles matches and 2 doubles matches all with a perfect score of 6-0.

What an impressive lineup of talent! The winner of the Athlete of the Week will be announced on GoLaurens.com Wednesday night, September 25. So, make sure your voice is heard in this thrilling competition.

Join the Excitement!

The GoLaurens.com Athlete of the Week initiative will be a running program for 32 weeks throughout the 2024-2025 school year. Think about all the wonderful talent we have in Clinton High School, Laurens Academy, Laurens District High School, and Thornwell Charter School! Let’s show our support and celebrate these athletes as they shine on the field or court.

So, grab your breakfast, stay warm, and remember to vote for your favorite athlete. Enjoy the day, Laurens, and let’s catch those thunderstorms before they hit!