Local News
Watt Mill Area Cleanup on February 1st
On Saturday, February 1th, the Keep Laurens County Beautiful and American Legion, in partnership with the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office, invites residents to roll up their sleeves and join the Watt Mill Area Cleanup. This community-driven event aims to clean up the area while fostering a spirit of teamwork and civic pride. Volunteers will gather… Read More »
Clinton High Student Arrested For Firearm And Marijuana Found In Vehicle
On January 15, 2025, law enforcement was alerted to an incident at Clinton High School involving a firearm and illegal substances discovered in a student’s vehicle. At 10:10 AM the Clinton High School Assistant Principal contacted the School Resource Officer after a routine search of the student parking lot using a school contracted K-9 unit… Read More »
Gray Court Man Accused Of Pushing A Victim Down
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office recently arrested a Gray Court man for Domestic Violence, 2nd Degree. 22-year-old, Tyler Anthony Moss, of Sweetbriar Road, was arrested for the alleged charge. According to the arrest report, on January 10th, Moss allegedly pushed the victim to the ground while she was trying to gather her things. The alleged… Read More »
Presbyterian College to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through worship, service, and keynote address
Presbyterian College will celebrate the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of events highlighting faith, service, and a commitment to justice. The observance begins with a worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 19, at First Presbyterian Church of Clinton. The Rev. Dr. British Hyrams, the Jack… Read More »
Laurens County First Steps Board Meeting
The Laurens County First Steps Board of Directors will have a special meeting on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 5:15 pm at the Laurens County First Steps office (1029 West Main Street, Laurens, SC 29360). Olivia C. Bright, Chairman of Laurens County First Steps to School Readiness Partnership, a South Carolina Nonprofit Corporation (the “Corporation”),… Read More »
Laurens County Assessor’s Office Starts Property Imaging Project
In an effort to streamline the state-mandated countywide reassessment that is scheduled for implementation in 2026, the Laurens County Assessor’s Office is working in conjunction with Palmetto Posting, Inc., to review properties located in Laurens County. Part of the review process includes gathering data about these properties in the form of images taken from public… Read More »
Laurens County Council Approved Two New Industrial Developments
Recently elected Laurens County Council members Arthur Lee Philson Jr. and Justin Lane participated in their 1st council meeting last night. Philson now represents Seat 7 on council after defeating Diane Anderson in the election. Justin Lane represents District 7 after his defeat of David Tribble in a run-off election. County Attorney Wes Meetze opened… Read More »
Laurens County Election Ruled In Favor Of Arthur Lee Philson Jr.
The Laurens County Election Commission ruled in favor of Arthur Lee Philson Jr. yesterday, but not for his wife. After just short of two hours of presentations, the Election Commissioners voted 5 – 0 that Arthur Lee Philson met the requirements of living at 3212 Milam Road; then voted 5-0 that his wife, Mrs. Philson,… Read More »
Split Ruling from Election Commission
The Laurens County Election Commission ruled in favor of Arthur Lee Philson Jr. today, but not for his wife. After just short of two hours of presentations, the Election Commissioners voted 5 – 0 that Arthur Lee Philson met the requirements of living at 3212 Milam Road, then voted 5-0 that his wife, Mrs. Philson… Read More »
Greenville Man Charged With Burglary and Breach Of Peace
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office recently arrested a Greenville man for Burglary- 2nd Degree and Breach of Peace. 55-year-old, Christopher Williams, of Augusta Road Apartments, was arrested for the alleged charges. According the arrest warrant report, on January 7th, Williams allegedly entered a dwelling located on Mahaffey Road in Gray Court without consent and with… Read More »
Arthur Lee Philson’s Hearing
A hearing planned for today into the voter registration of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lee Philson has been postponed, due to the threat of bad weather today. The Laurens County Elections Commission has rescheduled the hearing for Monday. W. Brown Patterson Jr. asked the Elections Commission to investigate to voter registration address of Cassandra Philson… Read More »
Rabid Raccoon Confirmed in Laurens County; Two Pets Exposed
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a raccoon found near Malone Drive and Shady Grove Church Road in Clinton, S.C., has tested positive for rabies. No people are known to have been exposed at this time. Two dogs were exposed and will be quarantined as required in the South Carolina Rabies Control Act. The raccoon was… Read More »
Woman Found Dead After House Fire
The Laurens County Coroner’s Office announced a woman was found dead inside a home over the weekend during a house fire. The Fire Department responded to a fire scene on 4974 Highway 92 in Gray Court Saturday evening. The Coroner identified the woman as 68-year-old, Teresa Posey, of the same address. An autopsy will be… Read More »
Yummy STEM at the Library!
Visit the Clinton Library January 13th at 4 pm, to explore balance and structure by creating fun skyscrapers using fruits and vegetables as building blocks. Children ages 6-10 will enjoy this yummy, hands-on activity that encourages creativity with nutritional goodies. This program is free and open to the public. For more information contact the Clinton… Read More »
Clinton Man Accused Of Causing Disturbance On Mill Pond Road
A Clinton man was recently arrested by the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office for Breach of Peace, aggravated in nature. 34-year-old, Cameron O’Neil McGowan, of Charlottes Road was arrested for the alleged charge. According to a report, on December 28th, McGowan allegedly caused a disturbance in the area of Mill Pond Road. McGowan was allegedly grossly… Read More »
Man Wanted For Criminal Sexual Conduct With A Minor
The Laurens County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information relating to the whereabouts of Kenneth William Warden. Warden is wanted for five (5) different General Sessions bench warrants for Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor. He could be in the Laurens or Duncan areas. If you have information regarding Warden, you can call Laurens County Dispatch… Read More »
Fake Teacher Accused Of Unlawful Conduct Toward A Child
After the arrest of Bryia Lattimore Scott on December 19, 2024, the Laurens County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by a concerned parent on December 20th about another incident involving Scott and a child in the same classroom. Upon further investigation by the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit, it was determined that Scott assaulted a special… Read More »
Visible Mending Programs Returns To Clinton Library
The Clinton Library’s popular Visible Mending program returns on Tuesday, January 14th, at 11am. Learn basic sewing skills and a creative way to repair clothes or reuse textile materials. This is the first of two classes in January. The second will be held on January 21, also at 11 am. Space for both is limited,… Read More »
General Thomas Sumter to be Topic at the Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series on January 21
The Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture Series continues on Tuesday, January 21, at 7:00 pm, with Durant Ashmore speaking about the life, times, and military achievements of South Carolina General Thomas Sumter. Ashmore, a historian and battlefield preservationist, will highlight the battles and events fought in South Carolina that turned the tide of the… Read More »
CLINTON CITY ANNOUNCES CHANGE OF GARBAGE COLLECTION ROUTE FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 29, 2024 – New Year’s Holiday
The City of Clinton Department of Public Works Sanitation Division will revise the garbage collection schedule for the week of December 29, 2024 due to observation of the New Year’s holiday on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. The routes will be as follows: Monday’s route, December 30th, will not change Tuesday’s route, December 31st, will not… Read More »
