South Carolina Children’s Theatre launches search for new Artistic Director and Development Director
January 29, 2025
South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT), a cornerstone of the Upstate’s cultural and educational community, announces an exciting opportunity for passionate professionals to join its leadership team. SCCT is seeking a…
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Lander Department of Music to Host Alumnus Matthew Bratton
January 28, 2025
The community is invited to join the Department of Music at Lander University for its upcoming Alumni Honors Recital, featuring percussionist Matthew Bratton, of the Lander Class of 2017. The…
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February Fun at Your Local Library!
January 28, 2025
The Laurens County Public Library System invites families to spread their wings and join in a variety of engaging and creative programs happening during the first week of February. With…
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Harbison Theatre celebrates mid-season success
January 28, 2025
Harbison Theatre proudly reflects on an exhilarating first half of the 2024-2025 season that captivated audiences with a diverse array of performances. Kicking off the season, country music star Cody…
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Dr. Edward W. Hardy named winner of The Knot Best of Weddings 2025
January 28, 2025
19th Annual Best of Weddings Awards Recognizes Top Wedding Professionals Across U.S. NEW YORK CITY, January 26, 2025 —The Knot announce that Dr. Edward W. Hardy has been selected as…
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South Carolina Children’s Theatre welcomes Kelley Barnhardt as Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives
January 27, 2025
South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) announced the addition of Kelley Barnhardt as the Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives. Kelley officially joined the SCCT team on Monday, January 13, 2025, bringing…
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S.C. Arts Commission granted a record $18.5 million in FY24 through 721 awards
January 24, 2025
With final reports in, the South Carolina Arts Commission is announcing a record grantmaking investment in South Carolina artists (#SCArtists), arts organizations, and arts learning in the 2024 fiscal year.…
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The Lost Art of Letter Writing
January 23, 2025
By Tom Poland When you write about earlier times as I often do, you hear from people who lived the very days you describe. Over the course of summer…
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Entrepreneur Minute – John Powell, Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE)
January 23, 2025
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Announcing Season 100 at Greenville Theatre
January 22, 2025
“Greenville Theatre: 100 Years of Stories!” GT will be celebrating its past, present, and future through transformative stories, powerful music, and endless discoveries in Season 100. The themes being explored in…
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Applications Open for Homegrown Music Festival 2025 in Laurens
January 22, 2025
Calling all Upstate South Carolina musicians! The much-anticipated Homegrown Music Festival is gearing up for its fourth year of celebrating original music and storytelling by talented local artists. The annual…
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LCCT Announces Cast for Little Women Production
January 20, 2025
The Laurens County Community Theatre (LCCT) is excited to reveal the cast for its upcoming production of Little Women, directed by Valerie Jones. This cherished classic, based on Louisa May…
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Launch Party Set for Lander’s ‘New Voices’ Publication
January 19, 2025
The community is invited to the launch of the 2025 edition of New Voices Wednesday, January 22, at 7 p.m. in the Barksdale Recital Hall (CC 250) of the Abney…
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Richland Library welcomes new artist-in-residence, Brittany Watkins
January 16, 2025Richland Library is dedicated to providing unrestricted access to programming, services, and resources, encompassing support for mental health and mindfulness. Please join us in welcoming the newest addition to the residency program,…
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Georgialina—A Southland As We Knew It
January 15, 2025
By Tom Poland In 2015, the University of South Carolina Press released my collection of memories on how things used to be. Here, then, is a trip down memory lane…
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SC Philharmonic to receive $20,000 award from the National Endowment for the Arts
January 15, 2025
The South Carolina Philharmonic announced it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $20,000. This grant will support…
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Waiting for You: A musical comedy created in the Upstate to premiere in the Upstate
January 14, 2025
Stop me if you heard this one (and you haven’t). Two men walk into Heaven and hilarity ensues. That’s the story behind “Waiting for You,” a new musical comedy created…
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Trustus Theatre announces Second Annual Gala: Harlem Nights
January 10, 2025
Trustus Theatre announced the date for its highly anticipated Second Annual Gala, taking place on February 7, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the South Carolina State Museum.…
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Nearly Sold Out: Join Us for “Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis” at Harbison Theatre
January 9, 2025
An evening of storytelling & song with performers from Davis’ new national TV Show On January 24, 2025, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College will host South Carolina native Patrick…
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Simpsonville author’s book garners rave national review
January 9, 2025
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made, a memoir by Liz Williams has received its first major editorial review. “A transformative exploration of faith, self-discovery, and spiritual renewal, offering readers a deeply relatable…
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Fine Arts Center celebrates six students as YoungArts National Competition award winners
January 8, 2025The Fine Arts Center announced that six students have been honored as winners in the prestigious YoungArts National Competition. Six Fine Arts Center students were also selected last year for…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces four staff members
January 8, 2025
Artist development, arts industry and communications roles filled The South Carolina Arts Commission began 2025 with full teams serving artists and arts organizations and its communications needs after adding four…
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Clinton Library Hosts Creative Kids’ Activity on January 13th
January 5, 2025
The Clinton Library invites children ages 6–10 to a fun and interactive program on Monday, January 13th, at 4 p.m. Participants will explore balance and structure by building skyscrapers using…
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Blue Hose End the Year in Style with New Year’s Eve Victory Over Wolves
January 1, 2025
The Presbyterian College women’s basketball team (2-11) picked up their first victory on their home court after defeating the Newberry Wolves (5-9) 63-43 on New Year’s Eve. HOW IT HAPPENED…
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Stitch It Up with Visible Mending!
January 1, 2025
The Clinton Library’s much-loved Visible Mending program is back and ready to help you tackle those pesky rips and tears! Join the first session on Tuesday, January 14, at 11…
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From Music to Giving Back: Andrew Wooten’s Journey and Healing HeARTS Initiative
December 18, 2024
Andrew Wooten’s journey from a small-town dreamer to a regional musical success is nothing short of inspiring. Fueled by a passion for music that began in his youth and strengthened…
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Allendale County SC 250 Committee to host film screenings in January of American Revolutionary War heroes
December 17, 2024
The Allendale SC250 Revolutionary War Committee has been awarded a grant providing for screening events and discussions with audiences of two award-winning docudramas, All for Liberty, and Echoes of Freedom: Heroes from…
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South Carolina Children’s Theatre announces Katie O’Kelly as new CEO
December 17, 2024
South Carolina Children’s Theatre (SCCT) announced the promotion of Katie O’Kelly to Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. O’Kelly, who has served as the theatre’s Managing Director since 2022, steps into…
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Last Chance to Vote: Main Street Laurens Christmas Window Display & Storefront Competition
December 16, 2024
The holiday season is in full swing, and the Main Street Laurens Design Committee invites everyone to take part in the final days of the Christmas Window Display & Storefront…
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Local Artist Kathy Childress Guinn Turns Glass Art into a Labor of Love and Healing
December 16, 2024
In the heart of Laurens County, Kathy Childress Guinn has transformed family legacy and personal loss into stunning glass art pieces that captivate both form and function. With roots steeped…
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O Holy Night: A French Carol That Captivated the World
December 16, 2024
Among the many cherished Christmas hymns, O Holy Night stands apart for its emotional power, sweeping melody, and profound message of hope. From its beginnings as a French carol in…
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Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center hosts Be the Light: A Celebration of Community for the Holidays
December 12, 2024
On Saturday, December 21 from noon to 4:00 PM, the Ernest A. Finney, Jr. Cultural Arts Center is hosting a FREE holiday celebration for everyone with giveaways, holiday treats, children’s…
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Walking Through Prairie With Philip Juras
December 12, 2024
By Tom Poland August 21, 6:15 p.m. Philip Juras and I are walking through remnant prairie. His mission is to paint a vestige of our lost Southland. Mine is…
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Laurens District High School Chorus and Strings to Perform at Final BOLD Concert of the Year
December 11, 2024
The final BOLD Concert of the year promises to be a special evening of holiday music and community celebration. On Wednesday, December 18, the Laurens District High School Chorus and…
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Deadline Approaches for Laurens Library’s Second Annual Gingerbread House Competition
December 11, 2024
The Laurens Library is calling all bakers and creative minds to showcase their talents in the second annual Gingerbread House Competition. The deadline to submit entries is quickly approaching, with…
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O Holy Night: A French Carol That Captivated the World
December 11, 2024
Few Christmas songs can match the emotional depth and soaring beauty of O Holy Night. From its humble beginnings in 19th-century France to its status as a global holiday classic,…
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Actors’ Theater of South Carolina awarded SC250 American Revolution Educational grant, “Lost heroes of the American Revolution”
December 10, 2024
Actors’ Theater of South Carolina is the recipient of an Education Grant from the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) to help the community rediscover its unique American Revolution…
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Actors’ Theater of South Carolina awarded SC250 American Revolution Educational grant, “Lost heroes of the American Revolution”
December 9, 2024
Actors’ Theater of South Carolina is the recipient of an Education Grant from the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) to help the community rediscover its unique American Revolution…
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Eleven CCSD schools win art awards
December 9, 2024
Eleven schools in Charleston County School District (CCSD) have received Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG) through the South Carolina Department of Education. Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School and Murray-LaSaine Montessori School were…
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Christmas Crafting Wonderland at the Clinton Library
December 8, 2024
Get into the holiday spirit at the Clinton Library with a special Christmas Crafting Wonderland event! On Thursday, December 12th, at 4 p.m., children 10 and under are invited to…
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Fallen Color
December 5, 2024
By Tom Poland And a Never-Forgotten Dog Can uprooted trees flaunt fall color? No. Dead men don’t talk and dead leaves don’t reveal colors. I figured it was impossible.…
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Celebrate the Holiday Season at the Meeting Street Artisan Holiday Markets in West Columbia!
December 5, 2024
The City of West Columbia’s Meeting Street Artisan Market is bringing the holiday spirit to life with special Holiday Editions on the first three Saturdays of December: December 7, 14,…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Sandra Nikolajevs, Charleston Chamber Music
December 4, 2024
The LowcountryBizSC, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of our markets…
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Spoleto Festival USA receives $1 million memorial gift to fund three major initiatives
December 4, 2024
Donation made in honor of late supporter Dr. Suzan D. Boyd Spoleto Festival USA today announced a significant $1 million gift from M. Edward Sellers, chair emeritus member of Spoleto’s…
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Lander University BFA/BA Senior Art Students Works Showcased at Lander Art Gallery
December 4, 2024
The Lander University School of Art + Design held a reception for “Triads,” a BFA/BA exhibition featuring the work of student artists Sacha Anderson, Ellie Maxwell and Arla Sease on…
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Experience the Joy of Christmas at Walk Through Bethlehem in Abbeville, SC
December 4, 2024
Just a short drive from Laurens County, the Cold Spring Mennonite Church in Abbeville invites you to a captivating and heartfelt holiday event, Walk Through Bethlehem. This interactive journey will…
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Silent Night: From a Small Austrian Village to Global Fame
December 3, 2024
Few Christmas songs carry the quiet reverence and universal appeal of Silent Night. This serene hymn, originating in a tiny Austrian village over two centuries ago, has transcended its humble…
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Renowned garden designer, floral artist, and author Lucy Hunter launches home décor business
December 3, 2024
“The Flower Hunter” Showcases Hunter’s Inaugural Hand-Painted Wallpaper Studio Collections Inspired by Her Life in Garden and Floral Design Accomplished Author, Floral and Garden Designer Lucy Hunter today announced the…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces subscriptions to exciting 49th season of Chamber Music Series
December 3, 2024
New and returning renowned artists to perform 11 trailblazing programs at Dock Street Theatre Spoleto Festival USA announced that subscriptions to the 2025 Spoleto Chamber Music series will go on…
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Holiday Magic in Laurens County: Tree Lightings, Parades, and Festive Events This Week
December 2, 2024
As the holiday season approaches, Laurens County is brimming with festive events to bring joy and cheer to residents and visitors alike. Here’s a look at what’s happening this week…
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