Daily Archives: 08/20/2019
‘Hee Haw’ to have final performance
PICKENS — The Hagood Community Center will present the final presentation of “Hee Haw” with local talent providing the laughs and “old time” country music for entertainment at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31.
The show will be held in the Hagood Community Center auditorium at 129 Schoolhouse St. in Pickens. Tickets will be $5 at the door, and the doors will open at 6 p.m. No outiside food or drinks are allowed. There will be a spaghetti meal before the show from 4:45-6:45 p.m. The cost of the meal is also $5 at the door. All proceeds from the dinner and show will benefit the center.
Jimmy Davis seeking seat on Pickens City Council
PICKENS — Jimmy Davis has announced his candidacy for Pickens City Council. The election is Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Davis, a lifelong resident of Pickens, said he believes the primary issue every councilman must be aware of is the economic situation all citizens are facing with stagnant wages and rising prices for everything like food, medical and electricity.
“While most are working, everyone is being squeezed,” Davis said. “We don’t need the government making it any worse for residents and businesses. If elected, I’ll fight to make city government more efficient, end any wasteful spending and fight to keep taxes down. We all need to live within our means, and that includes government.”
Davis said he realizes the town is growing, but he doesn’t want to see it turn
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Hayes honored for 40 years of Lions service
The Pickens Lions Club celebrated one of its own at its July meeting. President Brian Siwicki presented Furman “Gabby” Hayes with an award honoring him for 40 years of service and dedication to the Pickens Lions Club. Hayes also received his 40-Year chevron pin from Lions Club International.
Courier Obituaries 8-21-19
RONNIE BURL RAMEY
EASLEY — Ronnie Burl Ramey, 71, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019.
Born in Pickens, he was the son of the late Cracker Jack and Nannie Mae Ramey, and husband of Linda Ramey.
Ronnie was a member of Rock Springs Baptist church and loved restoring old cars, working in his yard and spending time with his amazing grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Linda, of 51 years; two daughters, Kimberly Dickard (Russell) and Stephanie Owens (Ryan), both of Easley; and three grandchildren, McKayla Dickard, Grayson Owens and Garrison Owens.
In addition to his parents, Ronnie was predeceased by a brother and two sisters.
A funeral service was held on Aug. 20 at Dillard
School district announces annual honorees
COUNTY — A teacher who endured the loss of her home and a cafeteria manager who goes the extra mile earned the School District of Pickens County’s top honors at its 2019 Back-to-School Celebration this week.
Gettys Middle School Project Lead the Way teacher Nicole Yemothy was named SDPC Teacher of the Year, and Sandy Crowe, food service manager at Ambler Elementary School,
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Pickens native Porter receives international agriculture award
ATHENS, Ga. — Pickens County native Dr. Wesley M. Porter, an assistant professor and Extension Precision Agriculture and Irrigation Specialist in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of 
Georgia, has received the PrecisionAg Award of Excellence in Education and Research from the PrecisionAg Institute, according to John W. Parris, director of the S.C. Agri-News Service.
“This award is an international recognition program honoring individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in the use and adoption of precision agriculture technologies and practices,” Parris said.
Porter is currently responsible for precision agriculture and irrigation education and research with the University of Georgia Extension Service. He
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Anderson recognized as Franklin G. Mason Fellow
SIX MILE — On May 5, Six Mile Lions Club past district governor George Kessler presented Harvey Anderson with a 
plaque recognizing him as a Franklin G. Mason Fellow.
Anderson has given dedicated service as vision chair for most of his 20 years as a Six Mile Lion. The Six Mile Lions Club donated $1,000 to the S.C. Lions Foundation in Anderson’s name.
The Dr. Franklin G. Mason Fellowship is the Foundation’s highest honor.
Mason, a Mullins dentist, was a most esteemed member of S.C. Lionism for 65 years, rising to an international director in 1988. As an avid runner, Mason ran 120 full marathons, completing his last at age 85. For 36 years, he was director of the Lions Club’s “Run for Sight.” He died in January 2019 at age 94.
‘Trick or Treat on Main’ is now ‘Halloween Hootenanny’
PICKENS — Pickens’ Trick or Treat on Main, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26, from 5-9 p.m., is taking on a new form for the 2019 Halloween season.
This year, the celebration will offer more of a party and festival atmosphere. “Trick or Treat on Main” is morphing into the “Pickens Halloween Hootenanny” and will take place at the Pickens amphitheater.
According to Wikipedia, “hootenanny” is an old country word for “party,” and that is what will be happening, a party/festival, with many activities happening at once. There will be booths, just like before, and they will be spread throughout the amphitheater grounds. The booths, again sponsored by local merchants and organizations, will have Halloween-themed activities and games, handing out candy and prizes. There will also be a bouncy house obstacle
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Courier Community Calendar 8-21-19
• Elvis show coming to Hagood center
The Hagood Community Center will present “Elvis Was Never This Funny” with Ron Grant this Saturday, Aug. 24, at 7 pm. The show will feature funny Elvis stories, a few jokes and your favorite Elvis songs. The show will be held in the Hagood Community Center Auditorium at 129 Schoolhouse St. in Pickens. Tickets are $5 at the door.
There will be a hot dog meal before the show from 4:45-6:45 p.m. Cost is $5. All proceeds from the dinner and show will benefit the center.
• Anderson reunion set for August 25
The family of Joseph Rugless and Nancy “Nealy” Anderson will hold its annual reunion on Sunday, Aug. 25, at Mountain Grove Baptist Church, located at 644 E. Preston McDaniel Road in Pickens. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m.
• Six Mile Baptist to host homecoming
Six Mile Baptist Church, located at 149 N. Main St. in Six Mile, will have its homecoming on Sunday, Sept. 15.
Steaks make a great
By Olivia Fowler
For the Courier
ofowler@thepccourier.com
When it’s time to tailgate, there aren’t many options better than grilling steak. And there are a few basic rules to apply to all steak grilling projects.
Never put a steak on a cold grill. Get the grill hot before starting. Leave the steak out of the refrigerator for 30 minutes before grilling. Let the steak rest, loosely covered with foil, after cooking. When you take the steak off the grill, put it on a platter that has been heated. Keeping the hot stuff hot is important.
Never leave the grill unattended. That’s about the size of it. Oh, and buy the best quality meat you can find. Cheap meat is never really a bargain. Go team!
