PICKENS — Laura Yates of the Pickens County assessor’s office has been promoted to deputy assessor after more than a decade of service to the county.

She began her career with Pickens County as an assessment specialist I in March 2009. Prior to becoming deputy assessor, she served as an assessment specialist II and then an assessment analyst. She holds a bachelor’s degree in human service from Southern Wesleyan University.

“I am excited and look forward to working closely with the assessor and the community to create efficient and cost-effective processes,” Yates said. “I take pride in providing accurate data and respectful customer service to the public. It is my goal to ensure that, when

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