Pickens sweeps Bishop England for 18th volleyball championship
By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com COLUMBIA — Having dropped just one set on its way to the Class 4A More »
Balance key for state champs
Last season, when the Pickens High School volleyball team overcame a year of adversity to secure the 17th state championship More »
Pickens runoff set for Tuesday
By Bru Nimmons Staff Reporter bnimmons@thepccourier.com PICKENS — Voters from Pickens will return to the polls one final time this More »
TD Bank closing one Easley branch
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — A TD Bank branch in Easley is among the more than 50 More »
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DROUGHT ENDED Red Devils take down Pelion for first playoff win since 2016 Lions survive Dreher to advance; Easley season More »
Remembering the past, looking to the future
By Steve Townsend Special to the Courier news@thepccourier.com CENTRAL — As the late summer sun set at the at the More »
Pickens County unemployment rate sees big increase in May
By Bru Nimmons
Staff Reporter
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
COLUMBIA — The unemployment rate in Pickens County saw a big increase during in the latest 
jobs report released on Tuesday.
The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) reported that unemployment went up over a full percentage point from 2.8 percent in April to 4 percent in May.
DEW also reported 1,715 county residents were unemployed at the end of April, compared to 2,443
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Shots fired at Dawson Park over weekend
By Evan Smoak
Courtesy The Journal
evan@upstatetoday.com
CLEMSON — No one was injured after shots were fired on Sunday in the city of Clemson, 
according to law enforcement.
At 7:08 p.m., the City of Clemson Police Department received a 911 call concerning shots being fired at Dawson Park in Clemson, according to a press release
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Free will and the enemy within
Receiving personal revelations of God’s Logos and Rhema word throughout our lives is critical to say the least. To be satisfied with a general knowledge of a few Bible stories is not what God had in 
mind for the victorious overcomer. Studying and rightly dividing the word is hard work and was intended to be practiced as a daily requirement for spiritual nourishment and development. To renew our mind and conscience is our responsibility that all
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The art of war
John Trumbull understood the art of war. On June 17, 1775, Trumbull watched the black smoke 
rising from the chaos and confusion during the Battle of Bunker Hill. Trumbull, an artist and a Harvard grad, also served as George Washington’s aide-de-camp.
Trumbull’s painting “The Battle of Bunker Hill” immortalized the battle with dramatic majesty. It
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Letters to the Editor
Bowers says thank you
Dear Editor,
I sincerely thank conservative voters of Six Mile, Norris, Central and Clemson for their support in the Republican primary. Pickens County had the highest voter turnout of any Upstate county, so congratulations to voters for their engagement and concern for good government. My goal is to follow the Republican platform and effectively represent the people of the district.
This primary resulted in nearly 1,000 more votes than the previous primary when my opponent took the seat, so I
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Courier Obituaries 6-24-26
AUDREY VAUGHN VICKERY
EASLEY — Audrey Vaughn Vickery, 90, of Easley, wife of the late Joseph William 
“Joe Bill” Vickery, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024.
Born in Marion, N.C., she was a daughter of the late Thomas N. Vaughn and the late Eunice Smith Vaughn. Audrey was a member of Rockvale Baptist Church.
She was a beloved soul known for her meticulous bookkeeping skills. Audrey lived a life filled with grace and elegance that was evident not only in her work but also in her personal pursuits. Beyond her professional endeavors, Audrey was cherished for her warm personality and kind heart. She had a passion for sewing, creating beautiful pieces with skill and finesse. Known to be a classy and sophisticated lady, Audrey’s sense of style was admired by all who knew her. Her impeccable taste in fashion reflected her poise and refinement. Ms. Vickery will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. She leaves behind a legacy of professionalism, kindness and elegance.
Audrey is survived by a daughter, Maria Mathis Cox (James); eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a special friend, retired Rev. Gordon Moore; and brother, Tommy Vaughn.
Along with her late husband and parents, Audrey was predeceased by sons, Mark V. Holt (Dovie), Robert H. Holt and
Feathered friend remembered for colorful personality
By Dr. Thomas Cloer, Jr.
Special to The Courier
Have you ever had a pet that you loved dearly, as a family member, and had taken full responsibility for its care and happiness? Have you ever had a pet upon which you heaped your full love and affection, and the pet returned the same? If so, then you know how attached one can get.
“Who’s this? Hey Buddy!” I said as I noticed the new addition.
I then turned to my wife, “Elaine, I thought we said, ‘No more pets’—for a while at
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Historical Society seeks documents related to Hagood-Mauldin House
PICKENS — The archivists of the Pickens County Historical Society are currently looking for any documents, original letters, photographs, maps or anything related to the history of the Hagood Mill Historic Site, the Hagood-Mauldin House Museum and the Pickens County Historical Society.
Additional files are being created for these that will be maintained in the new research room known as the Judge’s Office at the Hagood-Mauldin House on Lewis Street in uptown Pickens. Once organized, the facility will be open to the public in the coming months.
According to PCHS chief genealogist Anne Sheriff, it is critical that this information be gathered from the public, researched, organized and properly stored for everyone to access now and in the years to come.
“You and your family probably treasure these things that you have, but we have seen all too often that eventually, especially after someone’s passing, they are simply thrown away and lost forever,” a news release from the PCHS said.
Anyone with any such documentary material is asked to contact the Pickens County Historical Society at pickenscohistory@gmail.com or (864) 878-1322. The historical society will make copies for the original owners or copies for its files if the owners want to keep the originals.
The Hagood-Mauldin House Museum and grounds are open to the public for free tours on the third Saturday of each month, April through October. To arrange private tours, call (864) 878-1322.
Clemson University earns top rating for free speech
CLEMSON — It’s a one-two punch for students’ ability to speak out. Another 
leading South Carolina university has earned the top rating for free speech from the Foundation for
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Now open in Pickens
On Thursday, June 20, Wholesale Cabinet Supply held a formal grand opening and ribbon cutting for its new showroom, located at 202 S. Catherine St. in Pickens. Wholesale Cabinet Supply offers quality kitchen cabinets with personal service at great pricing. The new business has manufactured cabinets, LVP flooring and custom cabinetry. Customers can shop Wholesale Cabinet Supply’s entire selection at thewcsupply.com or visit the showroom to work with the company in person. Pictured are Greater Pickens Chamber of Comerce ambassadors Hugh Latimer, Regina Harned and Meechi Green, Pickens city administrator Tim O’Briant, Pickens Mayor Isaiah Scipio, Wholesale Cabinets Supply vice president and operations manager Chance Callahan, store owner and designer of Cascade Fine Cabinetry Alan Callahan, Wholesale Cabinet Supply owner Scott Wienert, Wholesale Cabinet Supply designer and showroom manager Brooke Callahan, Wholesale Cabinet Supply designer and showroom manager and co-owner of Cascade Fine Cabinetry and Wholesale Cabinet Supply’s manufactured sample door shipping manager Lynn Callahan.
