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Culpepper named PHS principal

Culpepper named PHS principal

Neuner, Plyler named principals of DES, FAE By Bru Nimmons Staff Reporter bnimmons@thepccourier.com COUNTY — The School District of Pickens More »

SCDOT seeking comment on 183-178 intersection

SCDOT seeking comment on 183-178 intersection

By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — Officials are seeking public comment on a proposed “road diet” along portions More »

Cannon Church breaks ground on new building

Cannon Church breaks ground on new building

By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com CENTRAL — Construction of a $2 million addition to the grounds of Cannon Church More »

Lady Lions take down county foe Pickens for 18th straight victory

Lady Lions take down county foe Pickens for 18th straight victory

By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com CENTRAL — After blowing by county foe Pickens in their first matchup this season, More »

Red Devils go cold against top-ranked High Point

Red Devils go cold against top-ranked High Point

By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com LIBERTY — Hosting top-ranked High Point on senior night, the sixth-ranked Liberty High School More »

Deep Winter Blues Festival returns

Deep Winter Blues Festival returns

PICKENS — The soulful sounds of the blues will once again echo through the hills of the Upstate as the More »

 

Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness

Humans have always wanted to be happy. It’s the reason and purpose that people live. Why do we work and make money? Because according to our natural instincts, spending money and buying the things we desire is supposed to make us happy.

Why do I use the word supposed? Well, we might imagine and hope that certain things can make us happy, but the sobering truth is they usually do not.

How many times have we heard that being prosperous does not make people happy? More than

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William F. Holland Jr. is a minister, chaplain, psalmist and author. As a freelance faith writer, his books and newspaper and magazine articles are enjoyed around the world. Dr. Holland’s weekly column, “Living On Purpose” is focused on bringing spiritual hope and encouragement through God’s Word. Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com.

 

America at a crossroads

Dear Editor,

The Fourth is over now, and before you can blink we’ll be going around thinking about Christmas! Time flies the older we get, it seems like. Election Day is next year, too.

America is at a crossroads now, and your vote could be what saves it. Don’t be a party person, as in, “my party’s right when it’s right, and when it’s wrong, it’s still right!” There are those of just that mentality. Sadly, it is the majority, no matter the party.

Anyone can get up and blow hot air about what they are going to do for you no matter what side you’re on. Don’t worry about the economy

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Clemson students help Central Academy of the Arts second-graders become authors

CENTRAL — Clemson University students at the Pearce Center for Professional Communication helped local second-graders at the Central Academy of the Arts (CAA) achieve the dream of becoming authors this spring.

Working together, the students created a 140-page book, titled “Our Favorite Animals,” which

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Courier Obituaries 7-12-23

CALVIN ‘COWBOY’ ALVOID GALLOWAY JR.

LIBERTY — Calvin “Cowboy” Alvoid Galloway Jr., 71, husband of Cindy Collier Galloway, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at Rainey Hospice House in Anderson.

Cowboy was the son of the late Ina Estelle Ridley Galloway and Calvin Alvoid Galloway Sr.. He also loved fishing and woodworking.

In addition to his wife Cindy of 46 years, Cowboy is survived by two daughters, Jo Galloway and Samantha Galloway, both of Liberty; one

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Leadership Pickens County graduates 29 in Class XXXI

EASLEY  —     On May 18, 29 local business leaders graduated as members of Leadership Pickens County (LPC) Class XXXI.

Established in 1991, LPC is sponsored by the chambers of commerce in Pickens County and provides a framework of experiences for local leaders to become more informed and actively involved in the decision-making processes of their community.  LPC consists of an opening retreat followed by nine full-day sessions that address areas of leadership skills, diversity, education, government, healthcare, community

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5K run held to benefit Pickens High athletics

The Red, White & Blue Flame 5k was a success on June 24 on the campus of Pickens High School, with proceeds benefiting PHS athletics. The race directors would like to thank the sponsors, participants, volunteers and assistance from the Pickens police and fire departments. Pictured at left are female first-place finisher Marlee Dysart (22:27) and second-place Lauren Green. Not pictured is third-place finisher Emma Kutilek (25:50). Pictured at right are first-place male finisher Sam Sanneman (18:22), second-place Chase Ashe (18:57) and third-place Adam Ellis (19:32). The Red, White & Blue Flame 5k will return next year on June 22, 2024.

Community Calendar 7-12-23

• Veterans invited to American Legion

Veterans in the Liberty area are invited to the next meeting of American Legion Post 67 in Liberty. The Legion meets on the third Monday of

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