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Community Calendar 7-2-25
• Legion Post 67 seeks members
American Legion Post 67 in Liberty is accepting applications for membership from all U.S. military wartime veterans. For more information, call (864) 787-2322.
• ‘Night of Nature’ to be held July 15-17
North Anderson Community Church- Presbyterian located at 4200 Liberty Hwy. will be presenting Three Nights of Nature on July 15, 16, and 17 starting at 7 p.m. each night.
On July 15, Dr. Mike Ferro will talk about Arthropods found in your backyard then on July 16, Melissa Fuentes will discuss a variety of vertebrates, complete with plenty of
Upstate Electric Cooperatives Take Unified Action to Ensure Electric Reliability Amid Heat Wave
UPSTATE — As extreme temperatures continue across the region, the five rural electric 
cooperatives in the Upstate are working together to safeguard the power grid and ensure reliable service to their members.
Blue Ridge, Broad River, Laurens, Little River and York Electric Cooperatives — collectively known as the Upstate Five — are in regular communication with their power provider, Central Electric Power Cooperative, and wholesale energy partner, Duke Energy. These discussions are part of ongoing efforts to monitor energy supply and reduce system strain.
As part of those efforts, the co-ops have encouraged members to take simple energy saving steps, such as increasing the temperature on thermostats, delaying use of major appliances and turning off unnecessary lights during the afternoon into the early evening from 3-8 p.m. In addition to reducing the strain on the electric grid, these steps will help members save money on their power bills.
The Upstate Five remain in close coordination with Central Electric Power Cooperative, speaking multiple times a day to manage demand.
The cooperatives will continue to keep members, media and public officials updated through its social media platforms and text alert system.
Two more charged in 2021 Easley killing
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — Nearly two years after a Clinton man was arrested and charged with 
murder in the 2021 shooting death of an Easley man, two others have also been charged with murder.
Pickens County Sheriff Tommy Blankenship announced the additional arrests connected with the death of 32-year-old Heyward “Trey” Delno Price III in a release issued Wednesday, June 18.
Deputies found Price dead of a gunshot wound at his home on Shade Tree Circle in Easley the morning of May 10, 2021, according to Blankenship.
“Over the next two years, detectives conducted an
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Pickens man sentenced for injuring baby
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS – A Pickens man has been sentenced to more than 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to inflicting great bodily harm upon a child.
In a release issued June 24, Thirteenth Circuit Solicitor Cindy Crick said Joshua Wayne 
Seawright pled guilty on June 18.
During the plea hearing, Assistant Solicitor Jake Lampke
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Easley man dies in Saluda Lake
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
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GREENVILLE — The body of an Easley man who was last seen jumping into Saluda 
Lake was recovered Saturday evening.
The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office posted on its Facebook page on Saturday afternoon that deputies had received a call at 4:27 p.m. that day about a missing
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Upstate business owner confesses to tax evasion
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
STATE – An Upstate business owner pleaded guilty earlier this month to state tax 
evasion after he was accused of underreporting millions of dollars in sales.
Yagneshkumar Pravin Patel, 45, of Piedmont, is the owner of a chain of Upstate convenience and liquor stores, according to a SC Department of Revenue release issued June 17.
Patel operated Yadhi Groups, LLC and Yadhi Spirits, LLC, with stories in Pickens,
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Easley woman dies after wreck
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
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EASLEY — An Easley woman died on Friday, a day after she was involved in a two-vehicle wreck.
Anderson County Coroner Greg Shore identified the woman as 52-year-old Melissa
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Filmmakers premier short film about mental health
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
LIBERTY — The makers of a short film they hope adds to the conversation about mental health celebrated its premier in Liberty last month, compete with red carpet
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Taking steps to stay cool
By Marlon Morgan
Clemson University
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CLEMSON — With the Summer season officially underway, high temperatures are in the forecast for the next few days, with highs expected in the upper 90s along with highhumidity. It’s important to take steps to keep yourself and your family cool and check in on older adults anytime periods of extreme heat are expected.
Consider the following when spending time outdoors when temperatures are high: Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing and wear a hat to protect your
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Clemson Sunrise Rotary uplifts community
CLEMSON — On the morning of June 6, at the breakfast meeting at Sole on the Green in Clemson, the Clemson Sunrise Rotary gathered not just to celebrate service, but toput it into action — disbursing $8,900 in support of local 501(c)(3) organizations whose missions touch lives across the Upstate.
In an inspiring show of generosity and civic spirit, the Rotary awarded donations to 13 deserving charities. These included Wild Hearts Equine Therapy, Refugee Hope Partners, Old Stone Church Preservation, Helping Hands of Clemson, Clemson Community Care (CCC), Chapman Cultural Center, Blue Ridge Community Center, Upstate Warrior Solution, Friends of Internationals, Keese Barn/Semper Fi Barn, Clemson Free Clinic, Humane Society of Pickens County and Red Hill Baptist Food Mission.
Each of these organizations addresses unique and pressing needs — from serving veterans, children and refugees, to offering cultural enrichment, health care, shelter and compassion to the most vulnerable among us.
“We believe in service above self,” said a Clemson Sunrise Rotary representative. “This is more than a donation — this is a commitment to our neighbors, to hope, and to the values that strengthen our community.”
One of the local charity beneficiaries said the donation “fills an gap to help the underserved, especially in the summer, when donations are down due to school holidays and vacations.”
According to a news release, in a time when challenges can feel overwhelming, this act of giving serves as a powerful reminder — when people come together with purpose, kindness can ripple far and wide. The Clemson Sunrise Rotary continues to lead with heart, inspiring others to do the same, the release said. “Clemson Sunrise Rotary Club is a voluntary member-focused, service-driven organization that creates lasting, positive change in the world, our community and within ourselves,” the release said. “Bring your passion to our club!”
For more information about joining the club, call 561-512-3032 or email clemsonsunriserotary@gmail.com.
