Laurens County Lowdown

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Laurens County Lowdown is a podcast from GoLaurens.com that will highlight the people and places that are of interest to those that live in Laurens County, SC.

  1. 6d ago

    Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 15: Mayor Randy Randall

    What does Clinton need most right now? “We’re not growing. We’re trying to survive.” Mayor Randy Randall joins Andrew Corley for Episode 15 of the Laurens County Lowdown to talk new housing, last winter’s gas bills and Presbyterian College’s role in the city’s future. He also shares stories from the theater stage, including how he ended up campaigning with green hair. 🎙️ Watch on Facebook and YouTube or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

  2. Oct 19

    Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 14: Matthew Brownlee

    Why vote against a tax increase? Why put data centers on hold? And how much housing growth is right for Laurens County? County Council Vice Chairman Matthew Brownlee explains his positions to Andrew Corley on Episode 14 of the Laurens County Lowdown. They also discuss protecting farmland, the penny sales tax and studying impact fees to help pay for infrastructure needed for growth. Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Presented by Self Regional Healthcare.

  3. Oct 11

    Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 13: Calvin Whitmire

    🎙️ What does it take to give the next generation in Laurens a better future? After seeing kids in his community with limited opportunities and activities, Laurens City Councilman Calvin Whitmire decided to do something about it. Now, 12 years later, his organization, Bridging the Gap Advocacy, continues to make a difference in the lives of local youth. On Episode 13 of the Laurens County Lowdown, Whitmire joins Andrew Corley to discuss the need for programs like Bridging the Gap, the challenges facing today's youth and why community involvement is so important. Plus, why Bridging the Gap has a no-cell-phone policy, why parents are required to volunteer at least one hour a week and what Whitmire hopes to see for the future of Laurens. “If our kids win, we all win.” 🎥 Watch the full episode on Facebook and YouTube, or listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

  4. Oct 5

    Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 12: Brad Abercrombie

    Main Street Laurens is facing some big changes. So what happens next? On Episode 12 of the Laurens County Lowdown, Main Street Laurens Director Brad Abercrombie joins Andrew Corley to talk about the organization’s accreditation status, a city funding cut from $68,000 to $10,000 and how Main Street is restructuring and moving forward. Plus, Squealin’ on the Square is almost here! Brad previews what’s new for the festival’s 26th year, talks about the challenges and opportunities facing downtown businesses and even reveals the one Laurens establishment he’d bring back if he could. 🎙️ Watch Episode 12 of the Laurens County Lowdown on Facebook and YouTube. Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

  5. Sep 28

    Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 11: Gregg Nibert

    419 wins at Presbyterian College. Nearly three decades leading the Blue Hose. Now, Gregg Nibert is back on the sidelines. The longtime PC basketball coach joins the Laurens County Lowdown to talk about his new role as Laurens Academy’s athletic director and head boys basketball coach, his coaching career, PC’s move to Division I and what he thinks about the current state of college athletics. Plus, Coach Nibert shares some of his favorite stories from over the years, including the time a PC fan got kicked out of the Dean Dome… and Duke decided to get involved. Watch the full episode of the Laurens County Lowdown now!

  6. Sep 21

    Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 10: Hunter Holmes

    Ever wondered why the City of Laurens can spend money on things like the Capitol Theatre or Freedom Fest, but can’t just use those same Ever wondered why the City of Laurens can spend money on things like the Capitol Theatre or Freedom Fest, but can’t just use those same dollars to pave a road? This week on the Laurens County Lowdown, Capitol Theatre Director Hunter Holmes gets into how hospitality tax dollars actually work and what that money can and can’t be used for. Plus, we talk about the future of the Capitol, free movie nights, live music, the upcoming film festival and a lightning round. 🎙️ Episode 10 is out now on Facebook, YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

  7. Sep 14

    Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 9: Columbus Stephens

    “We’re about 37 years behind in Laurens County.” Gray Court Administrator Columbus Stephens isn’t sugarcoating the challenges facing one of Laurens County’s fastest growing areas. From sewer and traffic to new businesses, schools and keeping that small town feel while growth keeps coming, Stephens joins Andrew Corley for Episode 9 of the Laurens County Lowdown to talk about what Gray Court needs now and where he believes the community is headed. Episode 9 is streaming now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

  8. Sep 6

    Laurens County Lowdown | Episode 8: Dr. Anita Gustafson

    What does the future look like for Presbyterian College? 🎙️ PC President Dr. Anita Gustafson joins Andrew Corley on Episode 8 of the Laurens County Lowdown for a wide-ranging conversation on college affordability, the value of a liberal arts education, AI in the classroom, Blue Hose athletics and the challenges facing higher education. Plus, Dr. Gustafson talks about her journey back to PC, becoming the college’s first female president and why she believes Laurens County students shouldn’t overlook what’s right in their backyard. Episode 8 is out now!

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Laurens County Lowdown is a podcast from GoLaurens.com that will highlight the people and places that are of interest to those that live in Laurens County, SC.

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  • Creator
    GoLaurens.com
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 GoLaurens.com