Category Archives: Local News
Guardian ad Litem training offers a chance to make a difference
PICKENS — In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month this April the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, is offering free online training to those interested in 
becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Pickens County. The training will provide participants with the tools, knowledge, and skills needed to advocate for children’s best interests in the courtroom and throughout their journey through the Family Court system. There’s no better time to get involved and
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CMHA Harden Scholarship applications now accepted
PICKENS — The Cannon Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior or 
a member of the community who is entering or furthering a career in a medical field.
The John Harden Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. John M.
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Hagood Mill pavilion to be completed
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — The Hagood Mill Historic Site now has the funding to complete a pavilion on its grounds.
A groundbreaking was held at the Heritage Pavilion last week to celebrate the $1 million in state funding the project was awarded.
“It’s a day of celebration, a day of happiness,” pavilion committee chair Ryan Ferrell said at the March 19 event. “This has
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Protesters urge Graham, Biggs to stand up to Trump
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — Protesters hoping to have U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and Congresswoman Sheri Biggs listen to their concerns 
about President Donald Trump and the role Elon Musk is playing in his administration were left disappointed last week.
Both Graham and Biggs were listed as expected guests on a pre-event release about the groundbreaking for the Heritage Pavilion at the Hagood Mill Historic Site.
Protesters showed up to the event hoping for an audience with
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Southern Vault Event Venue opens
Local businesswoman Tunckie LeCroy cut the ribbon earlier this month on the new Southern Vault Event Venue, located in the heart of downtown Pickens at 104 E. Main St. The newly renovated 100-year-old building can play host to any special occasion, including weddings, bridal showers, birthday parties, corporate events and more. Email southernvaultvenue@yahoo.com for more information.
Former Liberty mayor honored for 50 years of service to legion
LIBERTY — For half a century, Bill Knight of American Legion Frank D. Callaham Post 
67 in Liberty has been a steadfast member of the American Legion, dedicating his life to service, both in and out of uniform.
Knight was recently honored with a prestigious award for 50 years of continuous membership, and his legacy stands as a testament to duty, sacrifice and community leadership.
A United States Marine, Knight served from 1967 to 1968 with the elite
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Courier Community Calendar 3-26-25
• Porter’s Chapel to host Chili Cook Off
Are you ready to try some mouth-watering chili? If you love chili and want to enjoy a great time, Porter’s Chapel will be the place to be this Saturday, March 29.
All are invited to enjoy lunch and the church’s first-ever Chili Cook Off.
The event will be held from noon-3 p.m. and there will be many chili recipes to try in a taste-testing that visitors will help judge.
Chili will be eat in or take out, and the meal will include a bowl of chili, slaw, cornbread and dessert. Porter’s Chapel is located at 152 E. Preston McDaniel Road in Pickens.
• Dacusville Lions to host monthly bingo
The Dacusville Lions Club will be hosting Bingo night on the second Thursday of each month at the Lions Building in Dacusville, located at 1384
Ga. hiker still missing
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — A Georgia woman remains missing, two weeks after last being seen in a campground at Table Rock State Park.
In a video message posted to the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page Monday, Sheriff Tommy Blankenship gave an update on the search for Stephanie Womacks.
“For the past couple of weeks, our agency has worked tirelessly
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Area men die in separate accidents
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — Two area men died after succumbing to injuries suffered in separate accidents this month, according to the Pickens County Coroner’s Office.
Pickens County Chief Deputy Coroner said in a release issued March 12 that Martin Levins, 63, of Clemson was involved in an apparent single vehicle accident on March 3, 2025.
Pickens County EMS and Clemson police responded to the accident which occurred while Levins was operating an electric
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