GoLaurens

Launched in 2007, GoLaurens.com was created with the goal of delivering daily news, sports, and information to the residents of Laurens County. Since then, it has become the leading media platform in the area, attracting more than 91,000 unique visitors each month and generating over 2.4 million page views. Our commitment is to local news, fully funded by local advertising and community events. GoLaurens.com takes pride in highlighting what makes Laurens County special. We concentrate solely on news that matters to our community, providing the latest updates on sports and features that resonate with our readers.

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Firefighters escape injury in Waterloo fire truck rollover

1 week 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.”
Love Like Maddie returns for second annual family-friendly event

1 week 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.
Waterloo fire truck overturned in Thursday morning incident

1 week 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.”
Laurens mayor urges residents to shop local for city's financial health

1 week 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.
New law requires seatbelts for children riding in golf carts on SC roads

1 week ago | golaurens.com | Jessica Holdman

A new state law lets cities set their own rules for where and when golf carts can be driven on South Carolina’s roadways but requires a new rule for passengers: Children under 12 must buckle up. As initially proposed, the bill authorized any county to pass an ordinance allowing golf carts with headlights and rear lights to be driven at night. The purpose was to expand on permission that a 2016 law gave only to certain barrier islands.
Popular shop on Laurens Square closes soon as owner moves to new adventure

2 weeks ago | golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson

For more than a decade, visitors and residents of Laurens have likely stopped in The Square Roots Store for a unique gift. Or perhaps you’ve asked Suellen Holmes to photograph family, weddings, births and other events through her business, Holmes Photography, over the past 23 years. Holmes recently announced her intent to close both Holmes Photography and The Square Roots Store to take advantage of a new opportunity. “There’s no reason we need to close. There’s no crisis or terrible business trend.
Arrest Report for May 21

2 weeks ago | golaurens.com | David Byrd

Editor's Note: The following information is compiled from arrests records from the Laurens Police Department, Clinton Police Department, Laurens County Sheriff's Office and the Johnson Detention Center. This information is presented with no intent of guilt or innocence.
Laurens County Hall of Heroes hosting ceremony on Memorial Day

2 weeks ago | golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson

Just in time for Veterans Day last year, the Laurens County Veterans Memorial Park was completed, featuring a raised wall around a fountain pool and six granite markers in recognition and honor of each military branch. It’s the perfect location for the Laurens County Hall of Heroes to offer their Memorial Day ceremony and this year, even more leaders are getting involved. “We’re really excited to have major General Robin B. Stilwell join us as the keynote speaker.
Laurens County Trail Association introduces May White Azalea Trail

2 weeks ago | golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson

The Rhododendron eastmanii or May White Azalea was discovered by two botanists, Kathryn Kron & Rick Creel in 1999. It’s a new species with white petals featuring a yellow blotch on some of the petals and found only in South Carolina.
City of Clinton accepting applications for Community Assistance Grants

2 weeks ago | golaurens.com | Melissa Gibson

The City of Clinton Council created a program several years ago, focused on giving back to the community in ways that would engage others and improve opportunities. Local organizations are encouraged to apply for up to $1000 in grant funds to support educational initiatives, community outreach and new or ongoing programs that create meaningful impact across the city. “The program continues to grow.