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SC AG Wilson voices support of GP Speedway
By Mike Pulley
Special to the Courier
news@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson will make a campaign stop 
April 4 at an event in support of saving the historic Greenville-Pickens Speedway.
Wilson, a Republican, is running for the state’s governorship. He made an extensive post on Facebook on Monday, March 23, in support of saving the second-oldest speedway in NASCAR history.
“I’ve heard from folks across the state who want to protect (the racetrack),” Wilson wrote. “They’re right. I believe transparency and accountability matter in decisions that impact our communities. And as Governor, I’ll make sure
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Hiott receives Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — As his legislative career nears its end, Rep. Davey Hiott was recently honored for his service to the community.
Hiott announced last year that he would not be seeking reelection to the South Carolina House of Representatives this year after more than two decades in office.
He received the Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award during the Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting and awards luncheon, held March 19 at The
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Easley Spring Fling is right around the corner
EASLEY — Downtown Easley is gearing up for one of its most anticipated annual events as the Easley Spring Fling returns to Old Market Square on Saturday, April 11.
The festival will kick off at noon and run through 8 p.m., offering a full day of shopping, food, and live entertainment. A wide variety of craft vendors will be set up from noon 
until 6 p.m., while food trucks and musical performances will continue into the evening.
This year’s entertainment lineup features a mix of local and regional talent. Luke Deuce will open the stage from 12:30 to 2 p.m., followed by Nathan Angelo from 2:30 to 4 p.m. The band Freebird will perform from 4:30 to 6 p.m., leading into the night’s grand finale with country artist John King, who will close out the festival from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
City officials encourage families, residents, and visitors to make plans to attend the 2026 Spring Fling, noting that the event continues to grow each year as a celebration of community, music, and local business.
The Spring Fling is made possible through the support of its main sponsor, Prisma Health, along
Hagood Mill Foundation announces spring fundraiser
PICKENS — The Hagood Mill Foundation invites the community to an elegant evening 
of fellowship and purpose at its annual spring fundraiser, Preserving the Past and Funding the Future, on Saturday, April 11, at the Heritage Pavilion at Hagood Mill.
The event will begin at 6 p.m. with cocktails and a silent auction, followed by dinner
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Local attorney witnessed Iranian drone attacks while stuck in Dubai
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — A local attorney experienced Iranian missile strikes first-hand during a visit to the Middle East.
Scott Dover’s hobby is world travel.
Dover was on his way to a safari in Tanzania when he decided to stop for the weekend in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
“To sort of get acclimated to the time zone and see a part of the world that I’ve always
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Couple charged in baby’s death
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — A couple has been charged with homicide by child abuse after their infant died Thursday morning.
According to a Pickens County Sheriff’s Office news release issued Friday by Chief 
Deputy Brett Barwick, the PCSO communications center received a 911 call at 1:11 a.m. Thursday, March 12, “in reference to an unresponsive infant.”
EMS and te sheriff’s office were immediately
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Naturalist, historian Chastain remembered
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
SIX MILE — The life of writer, historian and naturalist Dennis Chastain was celebrated last week at a park he helped develop.
Chastain died in November at age 71.
A sign honoring the work of Chastain and his wife Jane was unveiled at the Bryson Children’s Nature Walk in Six Mile on Wednesday afternoon.
Carolyn Nations, chair of the Pickens County 250 Committee, welcomed attendees.
“Across Pickens County, our America 250 efforts encourage us to reflect on the people
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