SC AG Wilson voices support of GP Speedway
By Mike Pulley Special to the Courier news@thepccourier.com EASLEY — South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson will make a campaign More »
Hiott receives Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — As his legislative career nears its end, Rep. Davey Hiott was recently More »
Easley Spring Fling is right around the corner
EASLEY — Downtown Easley is gearing up for one of its most anticipated annual events as the Easley Spring Fling More »
Hagood Mill Foundation announces spring fundraiser
PICKENS — The Hagood Mill Foundation invites the community to an elegant evening of fellowship and purpose at its annual More »
CUPD earns second straight Agency of the Year honors
By Davis Simpson
Courtesy Clemson News
news@thepccourier.com
CLEMSON — The Clemson University Police Department (CUPD) was once again awarded Agency of the Year for Driving Under the Influence Enforcement and anti-underage drinking programs for its agency size
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Pickens speakeasy holds grand opening
PICKENS — After a soft launch, The Downlow is licensed to serve.
On Friday night, owner, Tiffany Orcena cut the ribbon on Pickens only speakeasy vibe bar. The Downlow serves local wine, beer and moonshine along with small bites and is located at 205 E. Main Street. Pickens.
The speakeasy is open Wednesday and Thursday from 5-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5-10 p.m. and Sundays from 12-4 p.m.
City of Pickens thanks employees
The City of Pickens held an employee appreciation lunch last week to thank its employees for the hard work they do in serving the Pickens community and to kick off the new budget year.
Courtesy City of Pickens
Irreconcilable differences
Like in any divorce, the fighting starts over insignificant issues, minor annoyances.
He leaves his dirty dishes in the sink, drops his wet towel on the bathroom floor and microwaves spaghetti without covering it.
She leaves her makeup strewn all over the bathroom sink, never turns off a light and nags him to take out the garbage.
She wants to spend “date time” with her husband, but he
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Courier Letters to the Editor
Ex-candidate launching new podcast
Dear Editor,
My name is Mason Sims, and I was a candidate for Pickens County Council District 5 this past June election.
First off, I would like to express my gratitude to everybody that supported me along this journey. Even though we did not receive the results that we had hoped, I truly believe that this is the start of something
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God is an ever-present help in troubled times
On Sept. 25, 2000, two years after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, 19-year-old Kevin Hines in a state 
of chaos and despair, attempted to commit suicide by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge.
He fell more than 220 feet to the freezing dark waters of the Pacific Ocean, slamming into it at 75 mph. The fall took only 4
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Changes to RSV vax recommendations
The vaccine for RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) has come under some changes in the CDC 
recommendations list. Until recently, they suggested that anyone over 60 should consider getting the vaccine.
Now they say, specifically:
If you’re over 75, get the shot.
If you’re between 60 and 74, get the shot if you’re at risk
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Did VA contact you about Agent Orange benefits?
If you served in Vietnam, were exposed to an herbicide like Agent Orange, got sick and submitted a claim that was denied, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) was supposed to find you and offer compensation.
Did they?
Specifically, after the Nehmer v. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs class action lawsuit in 1986, it was
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Poole honored among Veteran Champions of the Year
By Philip Sikes
Courtesy Clemson News
news@thepccourier.com
CLEMSON — Kimberly Poole, Ph.D., has been named as one of the 2024 Veteran Champions of the Year in Higher Education by the Military Friendly® program. The award recognizes individuals who passionately 
advocate for veterans in higher education. This year’s recipients will be published in the October issue of G.I. Jobs, a global publication that connects service members, veterans and their families to civilian career, education and business
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Courier Obituaries 7-17-24
DORIS HOLCOMBE
LIBERTY — Mrs. Doris Holcombe, 81, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.
Mrs. Holcombe was born in Pickens on May 8, 1943, to the late Walt and Mae Bell Gillespie Wardlaw. She enjoyed bingo and going to yard sales and finding a great bargain.
Mrs. Holcombe is survived by one daughter, Tina Hanscomb; six grandchildren, Ansley Coleman, Gavin Coleman, Cory Hall, Jesse Hall, Amanda McGinnis and Doris Ann Phillips; three great-grandchildren, Eli McGinnis, Ashton Hall and Cali Hall; and one sister, Betty Plumbly.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Holcombe was preceded in death by three daughters, Debbie Lynn Chapman, Sylvia Jane Kelly and Linda Ann Hall.
The family would like to give a special thanks to her two
