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Roper: Trump rally chance for agencies to work together
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — Former President Donald Trump’s campaign rally in Pickens earlier this month was an opportunity for the county government to show off how well it collaborates with other agencies, according to county administrator Ken Roper.
The rally attracted tens of thousands of people to Pickens to see Trump, with attendees starting to line up in the early-morning hours to grab a good spot to see the former president speak that afternoon.
Roper discussed the rally during county council’s July 10 meeting.
“An event happened in Pickens County on July 1,” he said. “You may have heard about it. That event was, despite what your political leanings are, despite who you
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What parents can do to be more involved
Parents can make every effort to encourage children to make the most of the school experience, including academics and extracurricular activities. Though students’ level of engagement is ultimately up to them, parental involvement at school can be crucial for students’ success.
According to the National Education Council, when parents get involved in their children’s education, those children are more likely to do
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Scout Troop 51 enjoy summer camp
Members of Scout Troop 51 recently had a great week at summer camp at Camp Old Indian. They completed 22 merit badges and started on many more. First-year Scouts completed the Pathfinder program to gain basic Scouting skills.
Member of the month
GG’s Embroidery, located at 135 W. Main St. in Pickens, was recently named as the Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce member of the month. GG’s Embroidery is open Tuesdays 1-6 p.m., Wednesday through Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. GG’s Embroidery is a unique shop filled with home décor, baby and children clothing and more. The store offers special embroidery and monogramming for all sorts of items. Visit ggsembroidery.company.site or Facebook search GGsEmbroideryPickens for more information, class schedule, specials and deals. Pictured, from left, are Emma Lum, Rachael Lum and Kathy Lum.
Mavis open in Pickens
Mavis Tire and Brakes held its grand opening recently in Pickens. The new tire shop, located beside Burger King on U.S. Highway 178, is excited to be in Pickens, and the staff is looking forward to seeing business continue to grow. Pictured, from left, are assistant manager Abe Santiago, Pickens Mayor Fletcher Perry, store manager Everett Monath, assistant manager Chris Dryman, assistant manager Justin Coates, and Pickens City Councilwoman Lois Porter.
Community Calendar 7-19-23
• Upcountry Quilters meet 4th Tuesdays
Upcountry Quilters Guild has set meeting times on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Pickens Presbyterian Church, 311 W. Main St., Pickens, SC 29671. All visitors are welcome.
For more information, visit upcountryquiltersguild.com.
• Hagood-Mauldin House offers tours
The historic Hagood-Mauldin House, located at 104 N Lewis St. at Legacy Square in Pickens, is now offering free tours to the public. The
Trump pledges to end ‘automatic citizenship’
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — Former president Donald Trump promised during a local visit this month to end birthright citizenship if elected to a second term.
Trump discussed immigration during a campaign rally held on Main Street in Pickens July 1.
The former president, who is the heavy favorite to win the Republican nomination
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Pickens council member resigns
Filing opens next week for county municipal elections
PICKENS — Pickens City Councilman Patrick Lark has resigned.
Lark was first elected in 2010.
Lark announced his resignation in a letter to the mayor, other council members and the citizens of Pickens dated July 4.
“This has been a decision I have wrestled with for some time,” Lark wrote. “It has been an honor and privilege to serve and do my utmost to make a positive difference for our community. I am proud of so
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School board partially lifts ban on book
By Andrea Kelley
Courtesy The Journal
akelley@upstatetoday.com
EASLEY — After months of discussion from parents and community members and a recently filed lawsuit in federal court, the Pickens 
County School Board unanimously voted Thursday to reinstate a banned book.
The board originally voted to remove “Stamped: Racism, Antiracism and You,” by Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds in September after a group of parents said the book went against S.C. state budget proviso 1.105, which states districts can’t use any state funds to teach or approve any
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SCDOT seeks public comment on SC 183 roundabout project
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking public comment for a roundabout project on S.C. Highway 183.
The project aims to improve the intersection of S.C. 183 — also known as Farrs Bridge Road — with Jameson Road, several miles east of
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