'It's so sad': Alumni, staff discuss potential impacts of Limestone University closure

Limestone University delays decision on closure to explore 'potential financial lifeline'

"Now, we are pausing that discussion so we can wait on more information about a potential financial lifeline. We want to emphasize, this is just a possibility at the current time," said Randall Richardson, chair of the Limestone University Board…

'It's so sad': Alumni, staff discuss potential impacts of Limestone University closure

GAFFNEY, S.C. (WSPA) -- Limestone University is still at risk of closing as it faces financial uncertainty, needing at least $6 million to keep its doors open. If the university closes, not only will students be impacted, but nearly 500 employees will be laid off. Business owners in Gaffney anticipate that they will be impacted by the closure. According to officials, dismantling the campus may also mean that Cherokee County’s $150 million yearly…

'It's so sad': Alumni and staff react amid possible closure of Limestone University

GAFFNEY, S.C. (WSPA) -- Limestone University is still at risk of closing as they face financial uncertainty, needing at least $6 million to keep their doors open. If the university closes, not only will students be impacted but nearly 500 employees will be laid off. Business owners in Gaffney anticipate that they will be impacted by the closure. According to officials, dismantling the campus may also mean that Cherokee County’s $150 million year…

Despite layoff notice being posted, final decision on Limestone future not yet determined

A spokesman for Limestone University said a final decision on the school's future will be made by the board of Trustees despite a notice being sent to employees about layoffs.

'It's a long shot': South Carolina students turn to Mr. Beast, other influencers to save university

GAFFNEY, S.C. (WSPA) - Students and staff at Limestone University in South Carolina were devastated this week to learn their school was in danger of permanently closing due to financial issues. But some aren't giving up hope, and a few have taken to social media in hopes noted Gen Z philanthropist Mr. Beast can help save their school. On Wednesday, the university announced unless the university can secure a $6 million emergency fund, the college…

"It's a long shot": South Carolina students turn to Mr. Beast, other influencers to save university

GAFFNEY, S.C. (WSPA) - Students and staff at Limestone University in South Carolina were devastated this week to learn their school was in danger of permanently closing due to financial issues. But some aren't giving up hope, and a few have taken to social media in hopes that noted Gen Z philanthropist Mr. Beast can help save their school. On Wednesday, the university announced that unless the university can secure a $6 million emergency fund, t…