Monthly Archives: July 2017
SWU receives OK for RN to BSN program
CENTRAL — Southern Wesleyan University received approval for a new degree program that will benefit nurses seeking professional advancement in the health care field.
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) granted approval to Southern Wesleyan to offer a new RN to BSN degree program.
The RN to BSN program comes at a time when nurses are facing increased pressure
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It was a bitter pill to swallow
Our Chihuahua, Toby Lee Fowler, is a piece of work. He is disobedient, headstrong, high-strung and a light sleeper. He is also one of the smartest and most manipulative dogs on the place.
It has always been a challenge to get him to swallow any kind of pill. At least that’s what I always thought until Boomer, our boxer puppy, contracted a mysterious illness. It was an inflammatory condition. Our vet prescribed prednisone in tablet form, and it took care of the problem. Every morning, I’d wrap the pill up in a small piece of American cheese, the slice kind, and give it to him. He’d gobble it right up.
One morning, I took the wrapped pill out as usual. Toby Lee went with me. I popped the pill into Boomer’s mouth, but this time he
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Courier Letters to the Editor
Example of a systemic problem
Dear Editor,
This is in response to the July 6 front-page story “Humane Society on the brink.” I am not sure “who” or “why” this article was titled the way it was, but the title of this article says a lot, especially about relationships.
When we ask for something and receive it, we are grateful. But over time, when we
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New scam targets your home security system
If you have a home security system — and especially if you have signs in the yard or stickers on the door that say so — you could become the victim of a scam.
Here’s how it works: Scammers will spot your security warning signs and show up at 
your door. (In many cases these will be college students hired for the summer.) They’ll say that your security company has gone out of business and that you need to sign a contract for new service with their company. They’ll ask you to give personal information as part of signing up for the new service, but any equipment they give you will be fake.
If this happens to you, don’t rush to sign up. There are steps you need to take first.
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Foothills Electronics now open
On June 26, the Greater Pickens Chamber Commerce celebrated the grand opening for its newest member, Foothills Electronics, with a ribbon cutting. Owners Scott and April Nabors plan to offer a variety of services, including cellphone repair, security systems, TVs, electronics repair and much more. Foothills Electronics is located at 2700 Gentry Memorial Highway in Pickens. Hours are 9 a.m.-7 p.m., and the new store can be reached at (864) 507-0456.
Holly Springs Center offers lots to learn this summer
PICKENS — Located in the former Holly Springs Elementary School, the Holly Springs Center has had a very full summer, hosting Youth Arts Camp on Wednesdays, Youth Nature/Gardening Camp on Fridays, Camp IRock field trips, and now a week-long STEAM Camp.
Special-needs adults meet three times a week to socialize and take part in sports, arts
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Concert and art class set for community center
PICKENS — The Pickens Community Center is now offering a new class.
Evening art classes began Tuesday, July 18. The classes are held from 6-8 p.m. Bob Bickle will teach the art classes in the Jack Black Room (Library, Room 2) at the center. Each participant must provide their own supplies.
Bickle is an outstanding and talented painter. One of his watercolors, “Bird on a
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Volleyball camps to begin soon at Pickens Rec gym
PICKENS — Volleyball Camps at the Pickens Recreation gymnasium are fast approaching.
Those who did not pre-register by July 10 may still register for a session, but should contact the Rec now rather than waiting to sign up the first day of camp, according to
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County Carolina One volleyball players recognized nationally
COUNTY — Carolina One Volleyball Club players from Pickens County who tried out at the 2017 Girls’ High Performance National Team Try-out on April 6 received national recognition.
All-region player Calie Covey, daughter of Heidi Covey of Pickens, was invited to
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Courier Obituaries 7-19-17
Bruce Farmer
Easley — Bruce Thompson Farmer, 77, of 114 Shallowford Road, died Tuesday, July 11, 2017.
Born in Greenville, he was the husband of Linda Donald Farmer and the son of the late Nathan Ovander and Frances Hanks Farmer. He was a retired electrician from Huntington and Guerry and was of the Methodist faith.
Surviving in addition to his wife are two daughters, Sherri Owen (Tony) and Lavada
