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No vote taken on Pickens annexation
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — Pickens officials on Monday heard again from residents urging them to vote More »
Peabody Engineering expanding in Liberty
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com LIBERTY — A plastics manufacturer plans to expand its Pickens County operations, a move More »
Semper Fi Barn to host Community Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony
SIX MILE — The Semper Fi Barn will host a community-wide Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony on September 11, offering area More »
Keowee Vineyards make donation to help ‘Feed A Hungry Child’
On August 27, the Keowee Vineyards CRO Advisory Board proudly presented a check to their Fund the Need recipient, Feed More »
Blind snakes and mad dogs
Dogs, stars and the moon collide in July to create the dog days of summer.
The phrase “dog days of summer” is used to describe the hot, humid, sticky days from July 3 through Aug. 11. The dog days could also be called the sweaty days, because you sweat so much that sunscreen melts
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The church equips Christians for ministry
I’ve been in church all my life and I know people who believe that attending an assembly fulfills the majority of their Christian obligations.
Somewhere down through the centuries, the idea of the Ekklesia being a boot-camp to train soldiers and a school to teach disciples how to engage in spiritual warfare and develop their ministries,
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Downgrading to a simpler phone
Tired of having a fancy cellphone with all the bells and whistles that are confusing to use? Want a phone that makes a 
call, takes a call, snaps a few pictures and sends text messages, but nothing else? Yes, me too.
I’ve discovered many, many features on my cellphone that I either do not use, cannot use or will not use. The “location finder” that will pinpoint where I am is
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The Blue Angels
Did you ever see the Blue Angels when you were younger? There’s something about their fantastic flight 
demonstration show that can make a kid out of any of us — again.
I had the opportunity to see the Blue Angels again recently. Even at my age, and knowing the maneuvers
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Courier Obituaries 7-24-24
BERTHA C. DAY
PICKENS — Our mama, Bertha C. Day, 91, of Pickens, went into the arms of Jesus at her Heavenly home on Friday, 
July 19, 2024.
Born in Pickens, she was the daughter of the late Brian and Eunice Clark.
On earth, mama worshiped at Blue Ridge View Baptist Church, where she sang and praised God.
Bertha is survived by her two daughters, Judy Seawright (Junior) and Tammy Whitlock (Chris); two grandchildren, Randy Whitehead (Melissa) and Travis Whitehead (Hannah); six great-grandchildren, Cassie Whitehead, Alysha Turner (Brendan), Amanda Whitehead, Bailey Whitehead, Lilly Whitehead and Michael White; sister, Verna Abercrombie; and brother-in-law, Roger Day.
In addition to her parents, she was welcomed into Heaven by her beloved husband, Glenn W. Day; daughter, Barbara Day; sisters, Jennette Riggins (Melvin) and Fannie Pace (W.T.); brother, Walt Clark (Tillie); brother-in-law, James Abercrombie; brothers-in-law; sisters-in-law; friends and family.
Friends and family said “See you later” during a service on July 23 at Dillard Funeral Home in Pickens. Bertha was laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Flowers will be accepted, or contributions in Bertha’s memory may be made to Blue Ridge View Baptist Church Youth Fund.
We will see her again one sweet day, if we all trust in Jesus as our Lord.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
VALDIMER ‘VAL’ S. DYCHES
EASLEY — Dr. Valdimer “Val” S. Dyches, of Easley, husband of Kathy A. Dyches, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Orangeburg, he was the son of the late Valdimer S. Dyches Sr. and Nell Lide Dyches.
Val served as a first lieutenant in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was strong in his Christian faith. He received his B.S. degree from Clemson University and his O.D. degree from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tenn. Dr. Dyches
Let the games begin
Senior League World Series to open play on Saturday
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — An Easley mainstay since 2017, the Senior League World Series will be returning to Pickens County this weekend.
The tournament, which pits the best 13-16-year-old baseball players from around the world against each other, will feature six international teams and six U.S. teams and will kick off this Saturday, July 27, at the J.B. “Red” Owens
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YAM alumni win scholarship awards to honor Ryan Hood
PICKENS — Last year, the family of Ryan Hood — a young, talented musician who was killed in an accident — 
decided to honor their son by establishing a scholarship fund in his memory.
They had more than $10,000 donated to the fund, and last year were
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DAR holds annual awards program
COUNTY — Fort Prince George Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) gave out 10 awards to Pickens County students at its recent annual Student Awards Day. More than 60 family members and friends of the award
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Courier Community Calendar 7-24-24
• 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, located at 644 E. Preston McDaniel Road in Pickens. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m.
• Flame Booster Club plans fundraisers
The new Blue Flame Athletic Booster Club is planning a pair of events.
