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‘A remarkable voice’
Beloved local historian and writer Chastain dies at age 73
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — The Upstate recently lost an advocate for the protection of its natural beauty and a deep repository of its history.
A man the Greenville News once called “a modern-day Daniel Boone,” Dennis Chastain died on Friday, Nov. 21. He was 73.
In February 2019, Upstate Forever bestowed the Extraordinary Achievement Award upon Chastain.
The Extraordinary Achievement Award recognizes an individual who, through dedication and leadership, has made an extraordinary contribution to conservation and/or sustainable growth in the Upstate.
Chastain’s award recognized him for than
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SC 183 bridges reopen
COUNTY — After more than a year of work, commuters can now pass between Six Mile and Pickens on S.C. Highway 183 after the reopening of two bridges last week.
The South Carolina Department of Transportation began work on bridges over Twelve Mile Creek and Gregory Creek in Pickens County along S.C. 183 in Pickens last fall after construction delays due to Hurricane Helene.
Drivers can expect intermittent lane closures as crews work to complete final punch list items on the bridge.
SCDOT asks that drivers slow down and pay attention to signs and crews when driving through the work zone.
Police: Man arrested after road rage incident
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
CLEMSON — An Anderson County man faces multiple charges, including attempted 
murder, after what Clemson authorities called a road rage incident.
Charles Douglas Mace Jr., 28, is charged with attempted murder, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and possession of a machine gun, according to a Clemson Police Department release issued Nov. 20.
The department received multiple 911 calls reporting a shooting near the intersection of U.S. Highway 76 (Anderson
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A Thanksgiving message from Mayor Scipio
As we gather with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving, I want to share my heartfelt gratitude for the people of Pickens and the remarkable progress our 
community has made together over the past year. This season reminds us to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the blessings—big and small—that strengthen our daily lives and our shared future.
This fall marks one year since the City of Pickens transitioned our supply to Greenville Water, a milestone decision that has had a profound impact on the quality of life for our residents. Many of you will remember the concerns we faced with our former water supply—sediment, inconsistent appearance, and reliability issues that led some to avoid drinking the water altogether. Today, those problems are
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YAMs to shine in Jubilee
PICKENS — The Young Appalachian Musicians, a program of Preserving Our Southern Appalachian Music Inc. is excited to announce the 2026 Winter Bluegrass Jubilee.
Break you winter cabin fever this year with the fully indoor Winter Bluegrass Jubilee which will take place on January 31 at the beautiful Pickens High School. With headlining artists such as 2 time IBMA award recipient and leading act in the bluegrass world, Volume 5,
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WWII vet Pace visits Hagood Elementary for Veterans Day
By Alicia Looper
Special to the Courier
news@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — Hagood Elementary had a unique visitor on Veterans’ Day this year. World War II veteran Jim Pace, 99 years old, came to participate in the school’s parade through the hallways.
Mr. Pace was accompanied by his wife of 78 years, Helen. Jim and Helen married on July 6, 1947 and have four daughters and a son. According to their daughter, Dona Anderson, who also attended the
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LHS football coach retires
LIBERTY — Coming off Liberty High School’s season ending loss on Friday night, Liberty head football Paul Sutherland announced his 
retirement on Monday.
Sutherland joined Liberty in 2021, bringing decades of experience and a proven track record. Before his time with the Red Devils, he led programs at Pendleton High School for 17 seasons and at Franklin County HighSchool in Georgia for three years. His overall head coaching record stands at 161-116.
“Coach Sutherland’s impact on
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FOLKS scholarship deadline is Friday
Jack Lewis Scholarship to help
students with passion for conservation
UPSTATE — Friends of Lake Keowee Society (FOLKS) has announced the 2025-26 scholarship for high school students who show a strong interest in natural resource 
conservation and the environment.
The scholarship is named in honor of Jack Lewis, whose time with FOLKS spanned more than 20 years, and whose enthusiastic attitude, keen sense of duty and good heart were evident throughout his tenure.
FOLKS strives to turn passion for conservation into action and encourages students to work for the issues they believe in. We believe that every act of environmental stewardship — no matter how small — helps the world
become a better place. Our scholarship will engage students in their community and inspire them to be advocates for the environment, whether local or global. FOLKS awarded scholarships to three students in 2025, all of whom are actively monitoring their streams.
FOLKS would like to recognize and thank The
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