Local election filings open Monday
By Bru Nimmons Staff Reporter bnimmons@thepccourier.com COUNTY — With election season inching closer, Pickens County’s municipal general election candidate filing More »
County educational efforts highlighted at recent meeting
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com COUNTY — Educational efforts in the area include preparing young readers to “read to More »
Dive into summer with family friendly activities
Go on a Scavenger Hunt Whether at a beach, park, or even walking the neighborhood, families can have a list More »
Pickens Chamber hosting community events at the Pickens Amphitheater
PICKENS — The Pickens Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to come have fun at the Pickens Amphitheater during the summer More »
Courier Obituaries 8-14-24
VICTOR THOMAS SPEARMAN
EASLEY — Victor Thomas Spearman, 66, of Easley, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024.
Born in Easley, he was a son of the late Perilla Starr Hall and Rufus O. Spearman Sr.
Victor loved golf and watching NASCAR. He also proudly served with the U.S. Air Force for two years and the U.S. Navy for 12 years.
Victor is survived by a son, Jonathan Spearman of Orlando, Fla.; a daughter, Amanda Finesey (Sean) of Liberty; brothers, Rufus O. Spearman Jr. (Barbara) of Easley and Gary L. Spearman of St. Peters, Mo.; a sister, Donna M. Barker of Tennessee; and grandchildren, Gabriel and Lochlan Finesey.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother,
Hagood Mill Foundation set to celebrate 5 years
PICKENS — The Hagood Mill Foundation is set to host a five-year anniversary celebration during the mill’s Third Saturday event on Aug. 17.
Since taking over the day-to-day operations of the Hagood Mill Historic Site in July 2019, the foundation has made significant improvements to the site. The
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Marler, Pickens Dental mark 40 years
PICKENS — This year, 2024, Dr. Don Marler is celebrating 40 years in practice in Pickens.
Marler grew up in Woodruff. After graduating from Wofford College, he attended the College of Dental Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. There, he met Dr. Dan Hinton. Upon graduation, he and Hinton came to Pickens to begin practicing. They started Pickens Dental Associates in November 1985, and as
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Happy birthday
Angie and Ann want to wish their father, Larry R. Thomas, a very happy birthday. We love you.
Member of the Month
Solitude Pointe, located at 102 Table Rock Road in Cleveland, was recently announced as the Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce’s August Member of the Month. At Solitude Pointe, visitors can enjoy the privacy of a beautiful luxury cabin nestled among the foothills of South Carolina surrounded by abundant nature, enjoy a cup of coffee on the screened-in porch or relax their cares away in their private hot tub. Those who are always looking for a new S.C. RV park can enjoy a private place to settle their RV among the trees. Pictured are owners Rodney and Amy Ross and chamber board of directors members Trish Morgan, Jessica Callahan, Melisa Sedler and Debbie Gravely. For more information about Solitude Pointe, call (864) 836-4128 or visit solitudepointe.com.
GriefShare now offered at Pickens First Baptist
PICKENS — When a loved one dies, it can feel like you’re alone.
Few people understand how painful and isolating your grief can be. But that doesn’t mean you have to suffer by
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Courier Community Calendar 8-14-24
• Anderson family reunion is August 25
The family of Joseph Rugless Anderson and Nancy “Nealy” Anderson will hold its annual reunion on Sunday, Aug. 25, at Mountain Grove Baptist Church. The church is located at 644 E. Preston McDaniel Road in Pickens. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m.
• Fleet Reserve meets on third Saturday
Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 15 meets on the third Saturday of each month at Chicopee United Methodist
