Save A Lot gives back to Pickens
PICKENS — With the help and generosity of its valued customers, the Save A Lot store in Pickens has donated More »
County elections official recognized for excellence
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com COUNTY — Pickens County’s election analyst was recently recognized by a stateorganization for going More »
Devils cruise to region win over Blacksburg
By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com LIBERTY — Coming off a heartbreaking loss to Landrum, the third-ranked Liberty High School More »
Celtic Christmas set for Heritage Pavilion
PICKENS — The Hagood Mill Historic Site invites everyone to gather and celebrate the joy of the season at the Ed Harrison Memorial Celtic Christmas, a cherished Upstate holiday tradition honoring the Celtic roots of Appalachian music. The event will take place on Saturday, December 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the beautiful Heritage Pavilion on the Hagood Mill grounds.
A Celebration of Celtic and Appalachian Heritage
The musical traditions of the Appalachian Mountains owe much to the Scotch and Irish immigrants whose songs and instruments helped shape the American folk sound. Each December, Hagood Mill celebrates this enduring legacy with a day of live Celtic and
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Festive Christmas Fun in Pickens County
Central
The Semper Fi Barn on will have photos with Santa on Dec. 11, 6-8 p.m. the public welcome. Bring your favorite first responder (Police, Firefighter, EMS, Dispatch, Veterans and Community). this a free event. The Semper Fi Barn is located at 314 Smith Memorial Highway, Central. For more info, email semperfibarn@gmail.com or call Tom @ 864-643-9197.
Pickens
Due to inclement weather, the Pickens Christmas Parade has been rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m.
Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year right here in Pickens.
This holiday season will be filled with community cheer, twinkling lights, and all the small-town Christmas magic you love. This year’s parade theme is “Christmas Traditions and Tales” — a celebration of the stories and customs that make the season bright, from timeless holiday tales to cherished family memories.
Easley
Visit Downtown Easley with family and loved ones on Dec. 13, at 6 p.m. for the Annual Easley Christmas Parade of Lights. The parade will be filled with floats and performances that will take over downtown Easley. To get the best view, get there early
Courier Community Calendar 12-10-25
• Liberty Scholarship fundraiser planned
Arnold’s of Liberty will host a fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec. 9, to show support for the Liberty Community Scholarship.
A percentage of all sales will be donated by owner Gary Durkee. Enjoy a great meal, snack or dessert and support Liberty High School and Liberty PCCTC youth. Arnold’s manager Michael Shore is in charge of the event.
• PPC invites all to holiday carols event
Pickens Presbyterian Church invites the community to a special Lessons and Carols Service on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 11 a.m. The church ask you to join them at 311 West Main St. in Pickens for a beautiful morning of scripture readings and beloved Christmas carols, celebrating the story of Christ’s birth.
This year’s service will feature a live instrumental ensemble, and Pickens Presbyterian
Courier Classifieds 12-10-25
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Courier Trespass Notices 12-10-25
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:
James and Sheila Stansell Jan. 2026
Violet K. and
Clarence G. Simmons. Jr. Feb. 2026
Courier Notice to Creditors 12-10-25
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: Amos Jerome Hostetler
Date of Death: 08/26/2025
Case Number: 2025ES3900760
Personal Representative:
Patricia Benton
Address: 129 Donna Lane,
Easley, SC 29642
Nov. 26 Dec. 3, 10
Estate: Charles Michael Dodgens
Date of Death: 9/13/2025
Courier Legal Notices 12-10-25
Ethics board fines former Easley mayor
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
STATE — The S.C. Ethics Commission has found that former Easley Mayor Butch 
Womack violated portions of the Ethics Act while serving as mayor.
The Ethics Commission’s panel issued a public reprimand and ordered Womack to pay to the commission a reduced civil penalty of $2,000 ($1,000 for each count) and an administrative fee of $1,500 for a total of $3,500, according to a demand and order signed Nov. 11.
Womack was also ordered to reimburse the city of Easley $2,247.17 and to provide to the commission proof that payment has been made.
During an Oct. 16 hearing on the matter, the commission’s general counsel, Courtney Laster, said the claim centered on the contention that Womack, while mayor, used city resources to
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