Local attorney witnessed Iranian drone attacks while stuck in Dubai
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — A local attorney experienced Iranian missile strikes first-hand during a visit to More »
Couple charged in baby’s death
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — A couple has been charged with homicide by child abuse after their More »
Naturalist, historian Chastain remembered
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com SIX MILE — The life of writer, historian and naturalist Dennis Chastain was celebrated More »
Waffle Fest returns to Liberty
LIBERTY — The City of Liberty is set to host the second annual SC Waffle Fest on Saturday from 10 More »
Liberty celebrates 150 years with music, treats, community spirit
LIBERTY — The city of Liberty marked a major milestone recently as residents gathered to celebrate the town’s 150th anniversary More »
Letters to the Editor 5-8-24
Primary voting notes
Dear Editor,
I read the official “Notice of Elections” from the Registration and Election department in the Pickens Courier a couple of weeks ago. A lot of fine print there.
A few points to keep in mind. June 11 is a primary election. There is a Democrat ballot and a Republican ballot. When you go to vote the poll managers will ask, which primary do you want to
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Courier Obituaries 5-8-24
DONNA GUY
PICKENS — Donna Guy, 78, of Pickens, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024.
Donna was born in Burlington, Vermont to the late George and Alice Hutchby. She was raised at
Nazareth Orphanage in Raleigh, N.C. She graduated from Cardinal Gibbons High School. During her working life, she was an insurance agent at Nationwide and a dedicated caregiver. She was an avid reader and especially enjoyed medical mysteries and inspirational books. She loved to bake pound cake and cookies and enjoyed baking for all of her friends, family and for anyone who made a difference in her life. Donna was kind hearted and generous. She
Wave advance to district finals
By Eugene Jolley
Courier Sports
news@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — The Easley baseball team is now just one win away from a berth in the 4A Upperstate championship series following a 5-3 win over Indian Land Friday.
Easley (24-4) scored five runs in the second inning and three pitchers secured the win in the winner’s bracket game.
Easley now only needs one win, while
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Lions drop Panthers to advance to Upper State
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
CENTRAL — After cruising through their first two playoff games, the Daniel girls’ soccer team was 
in serious danger on Saturday morning against Chapman, when two Panther attackers raced toward the Lions’ goal in the
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Daniel tennis falls in state title match
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
CENTRAL — The winner of the last two Class 3A Upper State championships, the Daniel High School boys’ tennis team took on Clinton on Wednesday looking for a three-peat.
The Lions accomplished their goal, downing the Red Devils 5-1 in a showcase of their depth and talent as they advanced to this weekend’s State championship.
“It’s all about the guys,” Daniel head coach Jon
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Green Wave girls survive Airport, fall in round two
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — Having played over 100 minutes in round one of the Class 4A girls soccer playoffs, Easley’s Anna Huntyr Hemphill looked like she was finally going to put away Airport as she took 
an open shot on goal with under two minutes to go in the final sudden death overtime period.
Instead, Airport goalkeeper Layla
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Lady Lions win region track championship
CENTRAL — For the first time since 2019, the Daniel girls track secured a region championship as 
they brought home the Region 1-3A title last week. The win was even more impressive as the Lady Lions had to take down three-time defending state champion Seneca for
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Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive planned for Saturday
COUNTY — This Saturday, May 11, will mark the 32nd anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving — the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.
Letter carriers walk through the community every day, often coming face to face with a sad reality for too many — hunger.
So, each year on the second Saturday in May, letter carriers across the country collect nonperishable food donations from customers. The donations go directly to
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Community Calendar 5-8-24
• AnMed Rhythm Fest moved to May 19
Connect Powdersville as annouced the AnMed Rhythm on the River music festival will be now be held on one May 19. The Event was set for last Saturday, but the the threat of severe weather conditions, including lightning.
The festival will be from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. The new date allows the group to deliver a safe, exceptional and memorable event of sponsors, vendors, and attendees expect and deserve.
Please continue to check our social pages for further updates.
• Legion Post 52 to meet on 4th Tuesday
American Legion Post 52 officials invite all military veterans to join them in Easley. Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Post building at 310 Pope Field Road in Easley.
• Dillard/Hillcrest to restart H.O.P.E.
Dillard Memorial Funeral Home and Hillcrest
