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The student news site of Laurens District 55 High School

Sword & Shield

The student news site of Laurens District 55 High School

Sword & Shield

The student news site of Laurens District 55 High School

Sword & Shield

This architect’s rendering shows the front of the proposed CTE Center. Construction is delayed due to funding.
District considers construction, renovations pending funding
Anjara Norton, Staff Reporter • April 2, 2026

Laurens County is making an investment in education and workforce development with construction of a new Career and Technology Education Center (CTE) as well as developing a plan to build or renovate District 55 schools,...

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The 2025 wrestlers celebrate after becoming Upper State Champions for the first time in school history.
Wrestling: An LDHS staple of history and triumph
Carlos Mateo, Staff Reporter • April 3, 2026

LDHS has established a historic legacy over the past half-century, with the wrestling program growing over the years. A sport that pushes one mentally and physically based on skills, balance, strength...

The Varsity Girls’ Volleyball team celebrates the season after the first round of Region playoffs.
Raider Roundup
October 29, 2025
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We cannot egg-nore how mediocre Eggs Up Grill is
We cannot egg-nore how mediocre Eggs Up Grill is
Nicole Mease, Editor in Chief • October 31, 2025

Eggs Up Grill, a breakfast and lunch restaurant chain, opened a new location at 112 Fleming St., Laurens, in the former Taste of Home restaurant. Eggs Up Grill serves breakfast...

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