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 »
Courier Notice to Creditors 9-24-25
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
OF ESTATES
All persons having claims against the following estates MUST file their claims on Form #371ES with the Probate Court of PICKENS COUNTY, the address of which is 222 MCDANIEL AVE., B-16 PICKENS, SC 29671, within eight (8) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors or within one (1) year from date of death, whichever is earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et seq.), or such persons shall be forever barred as to their claims. All claims are required to be presented in written statements on the prescribed form (FORM #371ES) indicating the name and address of the claimant, the basis of the claim, the amount claimed, the date when the claim will become due, the nature of any uncertainty as to the claim, and a description of any uncertainty as to the claim, and a description of any security as to the claim.
Estate: Kevin Jan Teutsch
Date of Death: 05/11/2025
Case Number: 2025ES3900393
Personal Representative:
Robert Conner
Address: 208 Georgewood Way, Easley, SC 29640
Courier Legal notices 9-24-25
NOTICE BY PUBLICATION
To Justin Baker, whose whereabouts are unknown:
You are hereby notified that on January 22, 2025 a Complaint/Summons was filed against you in the above-captioned court, and that an order for service by publication has been entered due to your unknown residence after due diligence. The Summons and Complaint were filed on January 22, 2025, and the court required publishing these once weekly for three consecutive weeks Pickens County Courier, pursuant to S.C. Code § 15-9-740 (2024) Unless you answer or otherwise respond within the time required by law—typically thirty (30) days from the first date of publication—a judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
Aug. 27, Sept. 3, 10
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NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION
STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF PICKENS,
C/A NO. 2023-CP-3901368
Heather L. Thompson, Plaintiff vs .P. Travis Holland, Lindsey Thomason, Marion L.
Courier Trespass Notices 9-24-25
In the state of South Carolina, trespass after notice is a misdemeanor criminal offense prohibited by section 16-11-620 for the South Carolina Code.
Those who enter upon the lands of others without the permission of the owner or manager shall be deemed guilty of misdemeanor trespassing. All persons are hereby notified and warned not to hunt, fish, cut timber or trespass in any manner whatsoever upon the lands of the undersigned:
Kevin Hardin Sept. 2025
Thomas and
Mary Ann Shivers Sept. 2025
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Historic schoolhouse restored, marker unveiled at Soapstone
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — A historical marker on the grounds of Soapstone Baptist Church will help tell the story of the church founded by freed slaves.
The marker was unveiled Saturday morning. The church’s matriarch, Mable Owens Clarke, welcomed the crowd of supporters to the unveiling.
“I am just so happy that you all took the time out of your busy schedule to come to Soapstone Church, to leave your footprints on God’s holy grounds out here,” Clarke said. “And let me just warn you — when you leave
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LIBERTY OVERCOMES SLOW START FOR THIRD STRAIGHT WIN
LIONS LOOKING TOWARDS CLINTON; GREEN WAVE PREPARE FOR MANN; FLAME NEARLY COMEBACK AGAINST ST. JOE’S; TECH STUNS CLEMSON WITH LATE FIELD GOAL all this and more in this week’s FOOTBALL FRENZY, sponsored by Mountain View Funerals and Cremations available only in the Pickens County Courier.
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Man’s body found in pond
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office and Pickens County Coroner’s Office are 
investigating after a man’s body was found in an Easley pond Monday afternoon.
PCSO Chief Deputy Brett Barwick said in a release deputies and emergency medical personnel responded to a 911 call to the 400 block of Crest Drive at 1:57 p.m.
“Human remains were found in a pond located around
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Man found dead at flea market
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
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PICKENS — The Pickens County Coroner’s Office and Pickens County Sheriff’s Office are investigating after a man was found dead at the Pickens Flea Market last week.
Pickens County Coroner Andrew Wilson said his office
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Pickens Lip Sync Battle sparks community unity
PICKENS — The second annual Lip Sync Battle was held at the Pickens Amphitheater 
on Saturday, bringing music, laughter and community spirit together for a cause that matters — suicide prevention.
Teams from the Easley Police Department, Easley Fire Department, Pickens County Sheriff’s Office and Pickens Police Department hit the stage with high-energy performances that had the crowd cheering. After an evening of unforgettable routines, the Pickens Police Department was
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Clemson University fires employee, suspends two others after social media posts on Kirk
By Lauren Pierce
Courtesy The Journal
lpierce@upstatetoday.com
CLEMSON — Clemson University has fired one employee and placed two faculty 
members under investigation after social media posts about the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk sparked outrage from students, the community and state leaders.
The decision comes after nearly a week of increasing calls for action, resulting in a special called meeting of the
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Grand opening held for Hagood Mill Pavilion
The grand opening of the Heritage Pavilion at Hagood Mill Historic Site was held on Friday at a free community event featuring a ribbon cutting and refreshment. The Heritage Pavilion adds a versatile new venue to the historic site, offering a rustic yet elegant space for weddings, concerts, community gatherings, and cultural celebrations. “The Heritage Pavilion is a wonderful new venue that enhances our ability to host events while preserving the charm and history of the Hagood Mill Historic Site,” said Ryan Ferrell, Board of Directors, Hagood Mill Foundation. “We look forward to sharing it with the community and showcasing all it has to offer.” Pictured above: Betty McDaniel of the Hagood Mill Foundation cuts the ceremonial ribbon with State Rep. Davey Hiott.
