Red Devils fall at state
COLUMBIA — Looking to win its first state championship in 40 years, the Liberty High School volleyball team traveled to More »
A Mother’s prayer, a soldier’s postcard
The enduring story of POW Clint Chappell By Tom von Kaenel Special to the Courier news@thepccourier.com In a quiet house More »
Gabby Petito Foundation in Pickens this week
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — The community is invited to take parts in events put on this More »
This week in the PICKENS COUNTY COURIER’s FOOTBALL FRENZY Sponsored by MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERALS AND CREMATIONS
DROUGHT BROKEN Blue Flame blow out Walhalla for first playoff win since 2006 Also inside: Daniel to open playoffs against More »
City mourns loss of beloved businessman
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — Pickens lost a mainstay of the downtown business community last week. Glenn More »
55+ community — is it right for you?
The first thought we have about those over 55 communities is sure, others will be like us, our every need and want will be taken care of.
But is that always true?
There is, of course, a long list of good things about living in a seniors community. In most cases there will
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Courier Obituaries 4-2-25
MICHELLE DEJOHN
LIBERTY — Michelle Dejohn, 69, loving wife of 41 years to Ronnie Hudson, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at her residence.
Born on Oct. 25, 1955, in Syracuse, N.Y., Michelle was the cherished daughter of the late Mike Dejohn and Marion Black. Throughout her life, Michelle was known for her kind heart, her passion for crafting and her love of cooking. She found joy in creating beautiful things and sharing meals with family and friends. Above all, Michelle’s greatest love was her family. Her warm spirit and generous nature touched the lives of
The Clemson bus driver who talks smiles
By Grace Dumit
Special to the Courier
gdumit@g.clemson.edu
CLEMSON — On a weekday morning, Clemson University students rushed to board the Blue Route Tiger Transit bus at a remote commuter parking lot to get to class on time. The doors swung open to reveal the warm, inviting smile of their bus driver, Arthur Lynn Collins. Jr.
Students affectionally call him “Mr. Lynn.” He welcomes every passenger who steps on his bus with that inviting smile, no matter the time of day. The students also encounter his signature bowl of candy and rows of colorful rubber ducks that line the bus’s dashboard.
“I’m just a simple, quiet person most of the time, and when I get around here, I feel I may be offering a little bit
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Young innovators shine at the science fair
CENTRAL — Southern Wesleyan University proudly hosted the 2025 South Carolina Region 1 Science Fair welcoming over seventy bright young scientists from Anderson, Abbeville, Laurens, Greenville, Greenwood, Oconee, and Pickens counties. Students in grades 3 -12 showcased their innovative research and competed across 22 STEM categories.
The event celebrated the hard work and creativity of the next generation of STEM leaders, offering scholarships, prizes, and opportunities to advance to national and international competitions, including the Regeneron International Science
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Legacy Home Of Recovery to host fundraising event
The Legacy Home of Recovery Board of Directors are excited to announce Legacy Home’s Annual Benefit and Celebration: 
Struggle to Strength on Thursday, April 3 at The Barn at Abundant Blessings Farm in Liberty from 6 – 9 pm. The doors will open for seating at 5:30 pm. In addition to dinner, the night will include an introduction and history of The Legacy Home of Recovery; powerful stories of life transformation from men in recovery who have resided at Legacy; and recognition some of Legacy Home’s key
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Guardian ad Litem training offers a chance to make a difference
PICKENS — In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month this April the Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, is offering free online training to those interested in 
becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Pickens County. The training will provide participants with the tools, knowledge, and skills needed to advocate for children’s best interests in the courtroom and throughout their journey through the Family Court system. There’s no better time to get involved and
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CMHA Harden Scholarship applications now accepted
PICKENS — The Cannon Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior or 
a member of the community who is entering or furthering a career in a medical field.
The John Harden Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. John M.
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Courier Classifieds 4-2-25
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