Category Archives: Lifestyles
Quilt honors Central’s railroad heritage and the legacy of architect Rob Seel
CENTRAL — A new addition to the Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail is celebrating the rich railroad history of Central while paying tribute to one of the community’s most dedicated historians and preservationists.
The quilt, “ALL ABOARD,” is Quilt No. 307 on the Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail. Its quilt tile display is prominently featured at the Historic Central Train Depot on Wood Street,
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Sealevel Systems celebrates 40th anniversary
LIBERTY — Sealevel Systems Inc., a leading provider of rugged, industrial-grade computing and I/O solutions, is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026.
As Sealevel commemorates its past and future with ayear-long 40th anniversary campaign, “Forty & Forward,” the company will honor the people, products and partnerships that have defined its first four decades and support its future-ready vision as a trusted partner. Together, they represent a history of reliable, American-made technology for mission-critical needs and the strength that will sustain Sealevel’s momentum in the years ahead.
Husband and wife Tom and Susan O’Hanlan founded the company in 1986. A patent-holding inventor, Tom designed the first-of-its-kind RS-422/485 communication adapter for early IBM PCs, laying the cornerstone for Sealevel’s forward-thinking innovation. That small component was a giant step in how computers communicated, opening the door beyond office tasks and into automation, monitoring, control, and data collection across demanding environments.
Built on Tom’s vision for connectivity and with Susan’s support helping turn that vision into a long-lasting business, Sealevel has grown into a global provider of rugged edge
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Reflections of the Jocassee Gorges
Memories of sawdust, rivers and a lifetime of wonder
Today I’m reminiscing. I do much of that now that I’m in my 80s.
These latest memories relate to my family’s move to Pickens in the mid 1960s. My wife and I had met at Cumberland College in Williamsburg, Ky., at the beginning of our sophomore year. We married at the end of that sophomore year. I was Captain of the judo team, and she was
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Connecting with dad even if you’re far away
Father’s Day celebrations are unique to each family. For some, the day brings an entire family together for a large in-person gathering, while for others, geography or life 
circumstances may make it difficult to be physically present. Children who live far away from their fathers can still find meaningful ways to honor the holiday and make it special, even when they cannot be close to Dad this June. The National Retail
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How Flag Day got its start
Flag Day is commemorated each year in the United States on June 14. Though Flag Day is not an official federal holiday, the day remains significant nonetheless, as it traces its origins all the way back to 1777.
The Second Continental Congress formally adopted the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777. That resolution noted certain characteristics of the new flag, including the alternating red and white stripes that remain part of the flag that is celebrated each June 14. The original design featured 13 stripes and 13 stars representing the 13 colonies that had declared independence from Great Britain. As the nation expanded
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SDPC unveils plaques to preserve legacy of county’s Medal of Honor recipients
On the day after Memorial Day 2026, our School District of Pickens County held a ceremony at LHS to honor our 4 Congressional Medal of Honor recipients from Pickens 
County.
These four men gave their lives to preserve our freedoms and they are our heroes. I visited and talked with 3 of these families and the common request from each one was, “Please don’t forget their sacrifice”.
For those who do not know, our county has 4 Congressional Medal of Honor recipients and per capita, we have more than any county in the United States of America.
Our students and citizens need to know who these men were and why they are revered
Let it grow
Tips for the gardening beginners
Gardening has become an incredibly popular hobby around the world, and its appeal is continuing to grow. According to Ruby Home Luxury Real Estate, there are currently an estimated 71.5 million gardening households in the United States alone. This translates to around 185.9 million people who engage in some form of gardening, whether as a hobby or as part of their daily routine. The United States is not alone in this gardening boom; other countries, such as Australia and China, also boast large numbers of enthusiastic gardeners. This global trend highlights how gardening is not just a
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How to dye eggs like a professional
Many families will soon be partaking in a springtime tradition that has spanned generations: coloring Easter eggs.
While eggs once symbolized fertility and rebirth in Pagan celebrations, they have since 
come to be associated with Christianity. History.com says eggs historically were not allowed to be eaten during the 40 days of Lent. Subsequently, they were painted and decorated to mark the end of penance and enjoyed as a treat on Easter Sunday. Britannica also notes that the
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egg-stra special Easter Sunday
Hop on these tips for a great Easter egg hunt
Egg hunts are a traditional component of many people’s Easter celebrations. Children often delight in searching for eggs around the house or in the backyard. Egg hunts are
so popular that they have become a component of many town-sponsored festivities.
There are many ways to make Easter egg hunts more enjoyable and productive for participants of all ages. Try these “eggcellent” ideas.
- Designate a clear hunting area. Young children can grow frustrated searching for eggs in large areas. Set parameters for the search area that are manageable depending on the ages of the children participating. If you’ll be in a large yard or field, tape off the search area perimeter.You must be logged in to view this content.
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