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2 weeks ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
As a puppy, he arrived at the Laurens County Humane Society and they named him Cow-a-Bunga because he had black and white spots, similar to a cow. Adopted soon after, his new owners named him Ralphie but life happens and when the family could no longer care for him, he was returned to the Humane Society. Today, Ralphie is three and a half years old and has been with the staff and volunteers at the Humane Society for longer than any other dog to their recollection –nearly two years.
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3 weeks ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
The City of Laurens will once again celebrate Juneteenth from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. June 14. The annual event brings the community together to celebrate the date African American slaves received word they were free in 1865. Though celebrations date back to 1866, Juneteenth wasn’t named a federal holiday until 2021 and communities across the country will recognize African American music, poetry, food and contribution to America’s history.
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3 weeks ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
The Laurens County Cancer Association (LCCA) is an independent nonprofit organization that supports Laurens County residents diagnosed with cancer. “In Laurens County, there is not a place locally to receive treatment, so everyone is traveling at the minimum, 25 miles away, usually several days per week,” said Anna Drew Miller, Executive Director. “The funds we raise go directly to fuel assistance. We also provide nutritional support and prescription reimbursement.
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3 weeks ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
In just a matter of weeks at least three sinkholes have been reported in Laurens County and several others in the Upstate, leaving many to wonder what is going on. Some, have been found on private property and those are managed by the owner of the property, however, others, such as the one at the intersection of Church Street and W.
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3 weeks ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
At the recent Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD55) school board of trustees meeting in May, Chief Financial Officer Jim Lollis presented the first reading of the general fund budget of just over $62 million. Upon completing the budget workshop, Lollis said the fiscal budget, which will end June 30,2026, was not balanced. “The budget is currently $62,219,000, creating a deficit of $898,000.
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3 weeks ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
It’s become the City of Laurens signature festival event – one in which residents of Laurens and visitors from across the state mark their calendars. Freedom Fest is once again, set to be an evening of shopping, food, children’s activities, live music and of course, fireworks. This year, all activities will be held at the historic Laurens Square and they kick things off at 5 p.m. with traditional patriotic music by Davidson Brass and a tribute to our nation’s heroes.
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4 weeks ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
Crews responded this morning around 9 a.m. to an accident involving a fire truck on Arnold Lane in Waterloo. According to County Fire Coordinator Greg Lindley, two firefighters were returning to the station from a call and went off the shoulder of the road. “Due to the weight of the fire engine carrying 2,000 gallons of water, the truck rolled over,” Lindley said. “Both firefighters were transported by EMS and both have been released and are fine.”
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4 weeks ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
This weekend, the Hines family will host their second annual Love Like Maddie event, named after their three-year-old daughter, Madison Hines, of Laurens, killed in an accident on Highway 76 in 2023. Throughout the year of healing from other family members’ serious injuries and a trial for the man responsible for the car crash, Maddie’s mom Chelsey, was struck by the impact her little girl had on the community.
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1 month ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
Crews responded this morning around 9 a.m. to an accident involving a fire truck on Arnold Lane in Waterloo. According to County Fire Coordinator Greg Lindley, two firefighters were returning to the station from a call and went off the shoulder of the road. “Due to the weight of the fire engine carrying 2,000 gallons of water, the truck rolled over,” Lindley said. “Both firefighters were transported by EMS and both have been released and are fine.”
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1 month ago | 
golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson
Laurens City Council met Tuesday evening and passed the first reading of the fiscal year budget, beginning July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. After several budget workshops and considering the current economic climate across the country, Mayor Nathan Senn said special care was considered when planning for uncertain times. “This budget is the result of months of thoughtful planning by department heads, our city administrator and valuable input from our council.
