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Crusaders welcome Wardlaw Academy in first round playoff matchup

Laurens Academy has spent the last two seasons knocking on the door of a state championship. After back-to-back losses in the title game, the Crusaders are hoping to make a third straight trip in 2026. That pursuit begins Friday night as Laurens Academy welcomes Wardlaw Academy in the opening round...

Laurens, SC · 1d
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thetigercu.com

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University’s 2027-2028 academic calendar brings major changes

Clemson University’s academic calendar for the 2027-2028 academic year will look very different from past years. This fall semester began Aug. 19, the third Wednesday of August, which has been the typical starting date since at least fall 2016, according to the University’s archived academic calendars. That will...

Clemson, SC · 14h
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WSPA 7News

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HS Standouts: Crescent QB Mason Evans and RB Jace Devlin

For the first time in 29 years, the Crescent High School varsity football team is region champs. The Tigers are hoping their historic season is only beginning ahead of the playoffs with a dynamic duo of seniors: Mason Evans and Jace Devlin.

Iva, SC · 1d

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Tri-County Technical College Honors Becky Jo Davis Clark with Philanthropist of the Year Award

Becky Jo Davis Clark is the 2026 recipient of the Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) Foundation’s Philanthropist of the Year award. Officials from the Foundation note that this is their highest and most prestigious honor reserved for individuals, foundations, companies, trusts, organizations, or other entities that have made significant financial contribution, either cash or non-cash, to the Foundation to support the work of the College.

Pendleton, SC · 1d
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FOX Carolina

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Concerns over future of Limestone University

Gaffney mayor addresses rumors that site of Limestone University could be used for a data center.

Gaffney, SC · 4d

Yahoo!

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Upstate daycare closes abruptly after discipline lawsuit cripples enrollment

GREENVILLE — A preschool in Mauldin, sued after a teacher there allegedly directed some of her 4-year-old students to hit a classmate, abruptly closed last week in the wake of a steep decline in enrollment. Administrators, staff and parents learned of SolVerus Christian Academy's closure on the afternoon of...

Mauldin, SC · 4d

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Fury football starts playoffs at Catawba Ridge

Fountain Inn High saw its name in the Class 4A bracket released over the weekend, as the Fury claimed the Upper State’s nine seed, and will travel to eighth-seeded Catawba Ridge on Friday night. Coach Brett Nichols’ squad won back-to-back games over Laurens and Easley to end the regular...

Fountain Inn, SC · 3d

WLOS.com

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Transylvania County Schools mourns death of Rosman High School student

TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Transylvania County Schools is mourning the death of a Rosman High School student. A spokesperson with Transylvania County Schools said they cannot share any further information at this time out of respect and privacy of the student's family. "We share our deepest sympathy and...

Transylvania County, NC · 3d

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House rules: Nation Ford grabs Upper State title over Greenville (Nov. 3 Roundup)

The Nation Ford Falcons girls’ volleyball head coach Craig Brown put it to his team simply after dropping the second set of the 4A Upper State Championship. “This is our house,” he told his team. The message worked. Nation Ford captured the 4A Upper State Championship over the...

Fort Mill, SC · 3d

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Greenville Technical College: Healthcare career opportunities for every interest

When most people think about a career in healthcare, nursing quickly springs to mind. Yet patient care depends on a broad team of professionals, from laboratory technicians and medical imaging specialists to rehabilitation and health information experts. Greenville Technical College’s School of Health Sciences prepares students for these diverse career paths.

Greenville, SC · 2d

thetigercu.com

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University reflects on FY26 at BOT meeting, offers voluntary separation for select faculty

At its recent quarterly meeting in October, Clemson’s board of trustees posted updates on fiscal year 2026, specifically announcing a limited voluntary separation program for eligible faculty and staff. Participation will allow long-term employees to retire or separate from the University. As of Oct. 22, entry into the program...

Clemson, SC · 1d

Tryon Daily Bulletin

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PCMS students return to Pearson’s Falls for first full field trip since reopening

SALUDA—About 70 students from Polk County Middle School’s Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG) program visited Pearson’s Falls on Monday, Oct. 26, for the Glen’s first full in-season field trip since […]

Polk County, NC · 2d

hendersonville.com

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Rugby Middle School Band Selected for State Music Educators Conference

Rugby Middle School’s eighth-grade band will perform for music educators from across North Carolina on Sunday, November 8th, in Winston-Salem. The Henderson County students’ 1 p.m. appearance is part of the North Carolina Music Educators Association’s annual in-service conference. Rugby is the only North Carolina middle school...

Henderson County, NC · 2d

greenvillebusinessmag.com

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NMC² Gives $250,000 to Kids Upstate for Spartanburg After-School Programs

NorthMark Compute & Cloud (NMC²) has announced a $250,000 gift to Kids Upstate, a Spartanburg nonprofit that runs after-school programs for elementary students. The gift makes NMC² the lead sponsor of the Pine Street Kids Club and of Kids Upstate’s Kids Club basketball and cheer programs. “Being...

Spartanburg, SC · 2d

greenvillejournal.com

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8 Greenville County elementary schools ranked among top 25 in SC

Eight Greenville County elementary schools ranked in the top 25 of U.S. News & World Report’s Best South Carolina Elementary Schools list for 2027. Sterling School, a full choice K-8 school in Greenville, was the district’s highest-ranked elementary school at No. 3. U.S. News also named Sterling School as the best middle school in South Carolina for 2027.

Greenville County, SC · 10d

Spartanburg Herald-Journal

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Meet the Ingles Amazing Teacher for the month: Sherrie Staggs Smith

Sherrie Staggs Smith, an academic support teacher at Spartanburg High School, has been selected as the Spartanburg Herald-Journal/Ingles Amazing Teacher of the Month. 🍎 Know an Amazing Teacher? Tell us about them! Nominations are open to all. Smith received four nominations from Courtney Farr, Brianna Israel, Courtney Blackstock and Caleb Carson, reflecting an impact that reaches students, colleagues and families. Farr praised Smith for going “beyond to make sure each child succeeds.” Israel called her “one of the most helpful teachers I have ever had in school” and said Smith’s patience, guided notes and willingness to explain concepts in different ways make learning less stressful. Blackstock, Smith’s daughter, described a career of sustained advocacy and relationships that last long after students leave her classroom: “Years later, former students continue to reach out to her, inviting her to graduations, celebrations, and important life events.” Carson, a recent senior, said Smith supported him throughout high school: “Having Ms. Smith around has made my high school experience so much easier. She has helped me earn the points I needed to pass my classes and has kept me on track with my work.” From the teacher Smith said she was surprised, humbled and especially

Spartanburg, SC · 3d

thetigercu.com

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College of Business navigates leadership changes following faculty departures

Clemson University has seen significant changes in its administration and faculty during the 2026-2027 academic year, particularly within the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business. Most notably, the University is led by a new president, Benjamin Ayers, who holds a Ph.D. in accounting and is a former dean...

Clemson, SC · 4d

YoCo News

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Eight Local Teams Open SCHSL Football Playoffs Friday

Eight York and Lancaster county football teams will play in the South Carolina High School League Class 4A and 5A playoffs, which begin Friday, Nov. 6. Two local teams earned opening round byes. Northwestern is the No. 1 seed in the Class 5A Upper State, and South Pointe is the No. 3 seed in the...

Lancaster County, SC · 5d

golaurens.com

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Patterson named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week

LAURENS, S.C. — The Laurens County Touchdown Club has named Laurens District 55 High School senior wide receiver Brayden Patterson its Player of the Week for games played Friday, October 30. Patterson led the Raiders in receiving during their regular-season finale against Greenwood, finishing with six receptions for 157...

Laurens, SC · 3d

greenville.com

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Greenville County Schools Students Offered Protection After Frontline Data Breach

Current and former Greenville County Schools students affected by a Frontline Education data breach are being offered free identity protection, with enrollment due January 31st, 2027. Frontline set October 26th as the start of initial notifications to students whose information may have been compromised. The breach affected Frontline School Health...

Greenville County, SC · 4d