It’s how we react to what happens
We hear a lot about how God is at war with Satan, and how the darkness is fighting against the More »
Childs named new Pickens County’s emergency management director
By Evan Smoak Courtesy The Journal evan@upstatetoday.com PICKENS — Pickens County named a new emergency management director earlier this week. More »
Safe Summer Fun in the Sun
Summer is the season of sun-kissed memories – backyard barbecues, sandy beaches, bike rides and late-night stargazing. However, the warmer More »
Clemson Sunrise Rotary uplifts community
CLEMSON — On the morning of June 6, at the breakfast meeting at Sole on the Green in Clemson, the More »
Clemson professor faces charges for exploiting minors
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
CLEMSON — A Clemson University professor faces charges related to the sexual 
exploitation of minors in two counties.
According to a release issued Wednesday, April 16, 46-year-old Jeffrey Douglas Townsend is accused of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material
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Deputies rescue missing woman from sinking car
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — Three deputies with the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office are being praised for rescuing a woman from a sinking car.
According to a Pickens County Sheriff’s Office news release, a concerned family member flagged down Deputy Caleb Cassell on the evening of April 14.
The person was concerned about a missing relative who
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On a roll
Daniel drops Pickens in five innings
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
CENTRAL — In a battle of county foes, the Pickens High School baseball team travelled to Daniel on Thursday night to take on the Lions.
The Lions had won five straight games coming into the contest, while Pickens had dropped four in a row but both sides looked capable of pulling it out in the early innings. However, a six-run fourth inning for Daniel was enough to get the Lions over
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Grand Opening
Masters Grocery and Grill held its grand opening on April 17. Whether you’re fueling up your car or grabbing a bite to eat, Masters Grocery and Grill has everything you need in one convenient stop for gas, great food and so much more. Located right around the corner from the Hagood Mill Historic Site off Moorefield Memorial Hwy., Masters Grocery and Grill the perfect pit stop for locals and visitors alike. Follow their facebook page for daily specials. Masters Grocery and Grill is located at 3949 Moorefield Memorial Highway in Pickens and is open seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Pictured are Dave Michel, Trish Morgan, Paul Patel, Harold Alexander, Jason Bedenbaugh, Ivy Michel, and Jessica Callahan.
Pickens Co. man sentenced for meth trafficking
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — An area man was sentenced last week on a charge of trafficking 
methamphetamine.
In a release issued Monday, 13th Circuit Solicitor Walt Wilkins said Ricardo Garcia, 27, pleaded guilty on April 15 to a second offense of trafficking between 28 and 100 grams of
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Man sentenced after failing to appear for trial
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — After failing to show up for his trial date, an area man was recently
KENNETH CHARLES HENDRIX
sentenced to more than two decades in prison on a drug charge, according to 13th Circuit Solicitor Walt Wilkins.
In a release issued Monday, Wilkins said a Pickens County jury convicted Kenneth Charles Hendrix, 49, of a third or subsequent offense of trafficking between 10 and
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Easter at Hillcrest
Dillard – Hillcrest held their annual Easter Sunrise Service last Sunday at in front of the Hillcrest Memorial Office on 2410 Gentry Memorial Hwy. in Pickens, The event entitled Easter at Ellijean feature the music of the Elljean Baptist Church Choir and a inspirational Easter message delivered by the Rev. Brand Wimpey. A large crowd was in attendance on the beautiful Easter morning.
Man sentenced for trafficking fentanyl
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — An area man has been sentenced to nearly two decades in prison after
DAVID ALLEN WALLACE
being found with fentanyl laced with a horse tranquilizer.
In a release issued April 21, 13th Circuit Solicitor Walt Wilkins said David Allen Wallace, 61, pleaded guilty to a first offense of trafficking between 4 and 14 grams of
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NC man dies after Sunset car accident
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
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SUNSET — A man from North Carolina died after a single-vehicle wreck in Sunset last week.
Pickens County Coroner Andrew Wilson identified the victim as Rodney Allen Brown, 39, of Bostic, N.C.
In a release issued Thursday, April 17, Wilson said Pickens County EMS, Pickens County Fire Service and the
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Downtown Pickens planters now have a fresh new look
PICKENS — After years of sitting plain and gray, the concrete planters along Main 
Street in downtown Pickens have finally received a much-needed makeover just in time for this week’s 41st annual Azalea Festival.
Thanks to the leadership of Councilman Ray Wilson and his wife Stephanie, the planters were recently painted and adorned with vibrant flowers by the dedicated members of the Pickens Garden Club.
But the beautification doesn’t stop there next up, talented students from the Pickens High School Art Department will be adding their artistic touch by painting beautiful, original artwork on each planter. This exciting collaboration is a testament to Community spirit and creative pride, making downtown Pickens more colorful and welcoming than ever before.
The Pickens Garden Club is a small group of amateur gardeners that promote the love of gardening through service. Service projects include maintaining the rose garden at Hagood Mauldin House, sponsoring campers at Camp Wildwood, participating in the annual Scouting for Food drive benefiting Gleaning House, and Village Branch Library Advocates. Pickens Garden Club is funded by selling plants at the Pickens Azalea Festival. PGC will celebrate our 100 year Centennial in 2026.
