Within these walls
Historic schoolhouse restored, marker unveiled at Soapstone By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — A historical marker on the More »
This week in the PICKENS COUNTY COURIER’s FOOTBALL FRENZY Sponsored by MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERALS AND CREMATIONS
ON A ROLL!! LIBERTY OVERCOMES SLOW START FOR THIRD STRAIGHT WIN LIONS LOOKING TOWARDS CLINTON; GREEN WAVE PREPARE FOR MANN; More »
Pickens Lip Sync Battle sparks community unity
PICKENS — The second annual Lip Sync Battle was held at the Pickens Amphitheater on Saturday, bringing music, laughter and More »
Grand opening held for Hagood Mill Pavilion
The grand opening of the Heritage Pavilion at Hagood Mill Historic Site was held on Friday at a free community More »
PC Habitat for Humanity to host dinner next week
COUNTY Pickens County Habitat for Humanity (PCHFH) invites neighbors, supporters, and community partners to gather for the Have a Heart More »
4th annual Barns, Boots, Brew and Silent Auction set for Oct. 7
EASLEY — Family Promise of Pickens County is excited to present its 4th Annual Barn, Boots Brew and Silent Auction More »
Within these walls
Historic schoolhouse restored, marker unveiled at Soapstone
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — A historical marker on the grounds of Soapstone Baptist Church will help tell the story of the church founded by freed slaves.
The marker was unveiled Saturday morning. The church’s matriarch, Mable Owens Clarke, welcomed the crowd of supporters to the unveiling.
“I am just so happy that you all took the time out of your busy schedule to come to Soapstone Church, to leave your footprints on God’s holy grounds out here,” Clarke said. “And let me just warn you — when you leave
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This week in the PICKENS COUNTY COURIER’s FOOTBALL FRENZY Sponsored by MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERALS AND CREMATIONS
ON A ROLL!!
LIBERTY OVERCOMES SLOW START FOR THIRD STRAIGHT WIN
LIONS LOOKING TOWARDS CLINTON; GREEN WAVE PREPARE FOR MANN; FLAME NEARLY COMEBACK AGAINST ST. JOE’S; TECH STUNS CLEMSON WITH LATE FIELD GOAL all this and more in this week’s FOOTBALL FRENZY, sponsored by Mountain View Funerals and Cremations available only in the Pickens County Courier.
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Man’s body found in pond
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office and Pickens County Coroner’s Office are 
investigating after a man’s body was found in an Easley pond Monday afternoon.
PCSO Chief Deputy Brett Barwick said in a release deputies and emergency medical personnel responded to a 911 call to the 400 block of Crest Drive at 1:57 p.m.
“Human remains were found in a pond located around
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Man found dead at flea market
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
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PICKENS — The Pickens County Coroner’s Office and Pickens County Sheriff’s Office are investigating after a man was found dead at the Pickens Flea Market last week.
Pickens County Coroner Andrew Wilson said his office
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Pickens Lip Sync Battle sparks community unity
PICKENS — The second annual Lip Sync Battle was held at the Pickens Amphitheater 
on Saturday, bringing music, laughter and community spirit together for a cause that matters — suicide prevention.
Teams from the Easley Police Department, Easley Fire Department, Pickens County Sheriff’s Office and Pickens Police Department hit the stage with high-energy performances that had the crowd cheering. After an evening of unforgettable routines, the Pickens Police Department was crowned the winner, taking home the Lip Sync Battle trophy for the second year in a row.
The event was hosted by the Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County Youth Board as part of its Guns N’ Hoses event series. Performances were judged on lip sync accuracy, creativity, energy, stage presence and audience engagement.
More than just entertainment, the Lip Sync Battle served as a reminder of the importance of community connection and awareness. Proceeds and support from the event went toward suicide prevention efforts in Pickens County, helping to shine a light on hope and resources for those in need.
Organizers expressed their gratitude to all the first responders who participated, the Youth Board for its leadership, and the community members who filled the amphitheater with encouragement and enthusiasm.
“Events like this show the power of coming together, not just to enjoy some fun performances, but to rally behind a cause that touches so many lives,” said Jessica Gibson, director of Prevention Services and Youth Board at Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County.
The Lip Sync Battle trophy will remain with the Pickens Police Department until next year’s competition, when the challenge will begin again. Up next in the Guns N’ Hoses series is the second annual flag football tournament in November. For updates on the events, follow the Pickens County Youth Board on social media or call Gibson or Emma Forrester at (864) 898-5800.
Clemson University fires employee, suspends two others after social media posts on Kirk
By Lauren Pierce
Courtesy The Journal
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CLEMSON — Clemson University has fired one employee and placed two faculty 
members under investigation after social media posts about the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk sparked outrage from students, the community and state leaders.
The decision comes after nearly a week of increasing calls for action, resulting in a special called meeting of the
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Grand opening held for Hagood Mill Pavilion
The grand opening of the Heritage Pavilion at Hagood Mill Historic Site was held on Friday at a free community event featuring a ribbon cutting and refreshment. The Heritage Pavilion adds a versatile new venue to the historic site, offering a rustic yet elegant space for weddings, concerts, community gatherings, and cultural celebrations. “The Heritage Pavilion is a wonderful new venue that enhances our ability to host events while preserving the charm and history of the Hagood Mill Historic Site,” said Ryan Ferrell, Board of Directors, Hagood Mill Foundation. “We look forward to sharing it with the community and showcasing all it has to offer.” Pictured above: Betty McDaniel of the Hagood Mill Foundation cuts the ceremonial ribbon with State Rep. Davey Hiott.
PC Habitat for Humanity to host dinner next week
COUNTY Pickens County Habitat for Humanity (PCHFH) invites neighbors, 
supporters, and community partners to gather for the Have a Heart for Habitat Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 25 at the Historic Hampton House in Pickens. The event begins at 6 p.m. and brings together community, celebration, and purpose.
Guests will enjoy an evening of connection, local food, and shared stories while
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Freedom of speech is a God given right
For the last few weeks we’ve been talking about the end times and what the Bible says about the future. We’ve touched on the prophecies of the rapture, the coming 
tribulation, the AntiChrist, and the second coming of Jesus. There are many interpretations of eschatology, which should stir us to study diligently about this important subject. One thing we can agree on is that Satan is turning up the heat with more lies, violence,
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Show horse or work horse?
James 1: 22-23 “But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own 
selves. If any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass.”
Just after retirement, a group of us that had worked in carpentry, plumbing, electrical and related areas of construction formed a group called The Area Christian Builders.
We built church additions, projects at children’s homes and other Christian related venues. At times we had as many as twenty people on a job. The relationships we
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