Recording history
Pickens Chamber holds annual awards banquet By Rocky Nimmons Publisher rnimmons@thepccourier.com PICKENS — The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce held More »
DPH confirms rabid skunks in Pickens County
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com COUNTY — The South Carolina Department of Public Health said a person and a More »
County to honor Andrew Pickens for America 250
COUNTY — The Pickens County America 250 Committee, in partnership with the Pickens County Historical Society, will host a series More »
egg-stra special Easter Sunday
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New Pickens book fuels scholarships
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PHS class of 1976 to hold 50-year reunion
PICKENS — The Pickens High School Class of 1976 will host its 50th class reunion from noon-5 p.m. May 9 at the Hagood Mill Pavilion.
The Hagood Mill Pavilion is located at 129 Hagood Mill Road in Pickens.
Barbecue, macaroni and cheese, and slaw will be provided. Those attending are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Tea and water will also be provided.
The Traveling Tap, a local beer truck, will be on hand selling beer and wine. A professional photographer will also be available to take a commemorative PHS 50th anniversary class photo for only $20.
The event will be $40 per person after April 1.
For more information or to purchase tickets for the once‑in‑a‑lifetime Class of 1976 Pickens High School reunion, contact Mike Dickard by phone at (864) 505‑2147 or by email at mikedickard@bellsouth.net.
PICKENS — The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards banquet Thursday, March, at the Pickens Golf Club’s Tavern 53.
The event offered chamber members an opportunity to enjoy a night out, network with other business owners and celebrate the presentation of the chamber’s annual awards.
The banquet is highlighted each year by the presentation of the Duke Energy Citizenship Award. This year, the prestigious award was presented to Pickens Author and Historian Robert Hood. Hood was honored for her community service in preserving the history of the Pickens Community..
The 2025 Chamber Business of the Year award was presented to Upcountry Fiber. The Company that works hand in hand with Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative has help bring high speed internet to all rural areas of Pickens County
The Vault, a beautiful new venue on Main Street received honors for Best Restoration of the Year. The business, total renovating the former bank building at the corner of Main Street and US 178, turning into one of the most beautiful building in Pickens.
One of the evening’s major honors, Best New Business, was awarded to the Farmhouse Deli.
The chamber’s final award of the evening, Chamber Ambassador of the Year, was presented to Ivy Michel for her dedicated efforts in promoting the chamber and its mission.
PICKENS — The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards banquet Thursday, March, at the Pickens Golf Club’s Tavern 53.
The event offered chamber members an opportunity to enjoy a night out, network with other business owners and celebrate the presentation of the chamber’s annual awards.
The banquet is highlighted each year by the presentation of the Duke Energy Citizenship Award. This year, the prestigious award was presented to Pickens Author and Historian Robert Hood. Hood was honored for her community service in preserving the history of the Pickens Community..
The 2025 Chamber Business of the Year award was presented to Upcountry Fiber. The Company that works hand in hand with Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative has help bring high speed internet to all rural areas of Pickens County
The Vault, a beautiful new venue on Main Street received honors for Best Restoration of the Year. The business, total renovating the former bank building at the corner of Main Street and US 178, turning into one of the most beautiful building in Pickens.
One of the evening’s major honors, Best New Business, was awarded to the Farmhouse Deli.
The chamber’s final award of the evening, Chamber Ambassador of the Year, was presented to Ivy Michel for her dedicated efforts in promoting the chamber and its mission.
Election races set after filing closes
By Bru Nimmons
Staff Reporter
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — With the two-week filing period for the November general election coming 
to an end on Monday, upcoming battles for local seats have been set.
With incumbent Pickens County Council members Claiborne Linvill making a run at
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Recording history
Pickens Chamber holds annual awards banquet
By Rocky Nimmons
Publisher
rnimmons@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards banquet on Thursday, March 26, at Tavern 53 inside the Pickens Golf Club, bringing together chamber members, business owners, and community leaders for an evening of recognition and fellowship.
The banquet offered attendees the chance to enjoy a night out, network with fellow professionals, and celebrate the presentation of the chamber’s annual awards.
Each year, the highlight of the event is the presentation of the Duke Energy Citizenship Award, one of the chamber’s most distinguished honors. This year’s award was
Pickens man convicted on drug charges
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — A Pickens man was sentenced to 18 years in prison after being found guilty 
last week on multiple charges, including drug trafficking.
Thirteenth Circuit Solicitor Cindy Crick announced the conviction of Sheridan Terrell Littlejohn in a release issued March 27.
She said that on March 24, a Pickens County jury convicted
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Woman struck, killed crossing highway
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — An Easley woman died Saturday after being struck by a vehicle while 
crossing Gentry Memorial Highway.
Pickens County Coroner Andrew Wilson identified the victim as Adela Aguilar, 49, of Easley.
The collision occurred at 2:15 p.m. Saturday, March 28
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Seneca man killed in Central accident
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — A woman found dead after a fire last year has been identified by the Pickens County Coroner’s Office.
As the Courier earlier reported, Pickens County Andrew Wilson said he and chief deputy coroner Tommy Page responded to Red Hawk Road in Pickens at 6:30 p.m. Dec.
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Authorities ID woman killed in Pickens fire
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — A woman found dead after a fire last year has been identified by the Pickens County Coroner’s Office.
As the Courier earlier reported, Pickens County Andrew Wilson said he and chief deputy coroner Tommy Page responded to Red Hawk Road in Pickens at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 30 “for a house fire
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DPH confirms rabid skunks in Pickens County
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — The South Carolina Department of Public Health said a person and a horse in Pickens County were recently exposed to skunks that later tested positive for rabies 
in separate incidents.
A DPH release issued March 26 said a skunk found near Moorefield Memorial Highway and Belle Shoals Road in Pickens was submitted for testing to DPH’s laboratory on March 23 and was confirmed to have rabies the next day.
No people were known to have been exposed to the skunk, but a horse was exposed and will be quarantined as required by the S.C. Rabies Control Act, the release said.
Another skunk found near Davis Road and Gilstrap Drive in Liberty was submitted for
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County to honor Andrew Pickens for America 250
COUNTY — The Pickens County America 250 Committee, in partnership with the Pickens County Historical Society, will host a series of special commemorative events 
honoring the county’s Revolutionary War heritage as the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence.
The events will celebrate the legacy of Gen. Andrew Pickens, the Revolutionary War hero for whom Pickens County is named, and will highlight the courage and sacrifice of the Patriots who fought for liberty in the South Carolina backcountry.
The public is invited to attend three important
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Community invited to support Liberty Community Scholarships
LIBERTY — The community is invited to come together for a meaningful cause at a 
special all-day fundraiser benefiting the Liberty Community Scholarships. The event will take place on April 14th at Arnold’s in Liberty, running from 11a.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Throughout the day, a percentage of all sales at Arnold’s will be donated directly to the Liberty Community Scholarships, helping provide financial support and educational opportunities for
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