Monthly Archives: May 2026
Wave drop Greenville in elimination game
By Eugene Jolley
Courier Sports
news@thepccourier.com
EASLEY – Easley baseball stayed alive Monday night in the District I-5A Division 2 playoffs with a 7-2 win over region foe Greenville.
Easley (17-12) will now travel back to Nation Ford in an elimination game Wednesday with that winner traveling to Indian Land Friday, needing two wins to advance to nextweek’s Upper State best-of-three series.
Easley scored two in the second inning, keyed by senior left fielder Ayden Beeco’s
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Daniel girls advance to round 3
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
CENTRAL — After a dominant first round victory on Tuesday, the Daniel High School girls soccer team returned to field on Friday night for round two of the Class 4A playoffs against Emerald.
The Vikings provided a stout challenge for the top-seeded Lions, but Daniel held strong to pick up a 3-0 win.
“We need games like that every now and then,” Daniel head coach Chad Perry said. “We did some things well, but didn’t meet some of our goals. Obviously, winning is the
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Devils down Blacksburg, fall to Central
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
LIBERTY — With their season on the line, the Liberty High School baseball team hosted Blacksburg on Thursday night. Despite falling behind 4-0, the Red Devils were 
able to rally back and take down their region foe 5-4.
The Wildcats were able to take control of
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Charles Rogers scholarship award winners named
PICKENS — The Charles F. Rogers Scholarship committee has announced this year’s selection for the Charles F. Rogers Scholarship Award. Morgan Couch and Andrew Hall are the 2026 recipients of the Charles F. Rogers Scholarship Award. Couch and Hall
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Lions battle back to take down Travelers Rest
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
CENTRAL — Falling behind 1-0 early in its playoff opener against Travelers Rest, the Daniel High School boys soccer team looked to be in danger of losing in the first round for the first time since 2014 on Thursday night.
However, the five-time defending Upper State champions were able to right the ship,
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Pickens High Class of 1976 celebrates 50th reunion
It was a beautiful day last Saturday as the Pickens High School Class of 1976 hosted its 50th class reunion at the Hagood Mill Pavilion in Pickens on May 9. The event gave Blue Flame alumni a chance to reminisce and enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner. With more than 60 classmates in attendance, the afternoon was filled with great stories, laughter, and fellowship enjoyed by all. Pictured are: Seated: Libby A. Oberstar, Lavada Galloway, Kathy McCollum, Darlene Cobb, Judy Robertson, Mary M. Simpson, Kathy D. Raven, Reda R. Collins, Carol B. Owens, Patti M. Welborn, Diane P. Jones, Vickie S. Towe, Donnie Smith, Dede Cartee, Cindy C. Lewis, Cathy M. Breazeale, Shena B. Bowen, Lynn H. Hendricks, Sheila S. Dunn and Nancy S. Holcombe. Standing, first row: Doug Foster, Glen Crowe, Debbie W. Ellison, Patti B. Grantham, Beth Hardin, Lynn Townes, Jinky Shelton, David Burgess, Scott Keasler, Susan M. Kenley, Jerry Couch, Mike Dickard, Walton Roberts, Faye W. Durham, Judy W. Patrick, Pam Winters, Jan C. Lockridge, Mary A. Howell, Wanda Edens, Sharon G. Whitworth, Calvin Butler, Sharon B. Patton, Tommy Gravely, Jimmy Street, Dan Buckheister, Susan Vickery and Larry Howard. Back row: Cliff Dalton, Scott Hendricks, Stan Cantrell, Ken Townsend, Tex Woodruff, Gene Galloway, Tim Hiott, Bill Hudson, Sam Craig, Pat Wellborn, Roger Smith, Gene Martin, Johnny Hickey, Victor Whitworth, Brian Lewis, Johnny Patton, Steve Gravely, Michael Givens and Dennis Hayes.
Hagood Mill Historic Site announces Upcountry Grits Festival on May 15-16
PICKENS — Hagood Mill Historic Site invites the community and visitors from across 
the region to experience the Inaugural Upcountry Grits Festival, taking place May 15–16, 2026, at the historic site located at 138 Hagood Mill Road in Pickens.
This first-of-its-kind event celebrates one of the South’s most
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Harden Scholarship winner announced
PICKENS — The scholarship committee of the Cannon Memorial Hospital Auxiliary 
proudly announces Charlee Blankenship as the Winner of the 2026 Dr. John Harden Scholarship.
Charlee is the daughter of Tommy and Sandee Blankenship. Charlee is a senior at Pickens High School.
She is involved in her school and athletics including Varsity Girls Tennis and Varsity Girls Soccer and was named Captain of both teams during her Senior Year.
She is also actively involved in many community service projects and local church activities.
The scholarship committee wishes to congratulate Charlee and wish her much success in healthcare.
Courier Community Calendar 5-13-26
• DPOM to host anniversary singing
Divine Purpose Outreach Ministry wants to take this opportunity to invite everyone to join them for a afternoon of Fellowshipping through songs on Sunday, May 17 at 4 p.m. Doors will open at 3pm The ministry would be celebrating their 11 year pre-anniversary celebration. Some of the Choirs on program will be Bonnie Franks and The Nicholtown Community Choir, The Divine Purpose Praise Team, Sweet Canaan Baptist Church.
• Food pantry hours announced at PPC
The Food Pantry at Pickens Presbyterian Church is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. To receive food, individuals must present a valid ID showing residency in Pickens County. Pickens Presbyterian Church is located at 311 W. Main St. in Pickens.
• H.O.P.E. meetings scheduled monthly
Dillard Memorial Funeral Home and Hillcrest Memorial Park have announced the
