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
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
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
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
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
PICKENS — The soulful sounds of the blues will once again echo through the hills of the Upstate as the More »
Upcountry Fiber Foundation raises $133,000 for area nonprofits in charity golf tournament
PICKENS — Upcountry Fiber Foundation, the charitable arm of Upcountry Fiber, raised $133,100 during its annual charity golf tournament on Sept. 29 at The Cliffs at Glassy Mountain.
Upcountry Fiber, an internet service provider focused on bridging the digital divide, was founded in 2020 through a partnership between Blue Ridge Electric Co-op (BREC) and West Carolina. The Upcountry Fiber Foundation, launched in September 2022,
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Forum planned for Central candidates
CENTRAL — The town of Central will hold a forum for the four candidates running in 
the Nov. 4 election for three city council positions and the one candidate running for
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Now Open in Pickens
The official grand opening of Southern Vault Bistro recently took place in downtown Pickens. Housed in a beautifully renovated historic building, Southern Vault Bistro brings fresh energy, rich history, and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere. From thoughtfully preserved vault artifacts to stunning views of the city, this venue is designed to impress, whether you’re stopping by for a bite or hosting a special event. Now open, the Southern Vault Bistro is serving up a mouthwatering Southern-inspired menu, including favorites like the BLT, Spinach Bacon Quiche, and Nancy’s Famous Chicken Salad Croissant. Pictured are Greater Pickens Chamber member David Michel, Joan Baker, Jennifer Baker, Megan Garner, Fallon Brucke, board member Samantha Scott, Tunckie LeCroy, Misty Ticknor, Candace Babb, and Denise Stone.
Local woman remembered at State House ceremony
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COLUMBIA — A local woman killed last year was remembered last week in a ceremony honoring victims killed by domestic violence in 2024.
The 28th annual Silent Witness Ceremony was held Oct. 7 at the South Carolina State Capital Complex in Columbia, S.C. Attorney General Alan Wilson said in a release
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Liberty woman dies in car wreck
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
LIBERTY — A Liberty woman has been identified as the victim in a fatal two-vehicle 
collision earlier this month.
Pickens County chief deputy coroner Tommy Page said in a release that Pickens County Emergency Medical Services
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The easy way is not God’s way
Seeking comfort and not being willing to stand against sin leaves us lukewarm and vulnerable to defeat and destruction. Christians who avoid getting their hands dirty 
with prayer and obedience might have religious knowledge, but are developing spiritual muscle atrophy. If we stay on the couch and only eat rich
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Courier Letters to the Editor 10-22-25
Compromise is governing
Dear Editor,
Compromise is not weakness — it is the foundation of governing. Since the Constitution was written, compromise has been essential. It gave us two houses of Congress in 1787.
In 2010, the Affordable Care Act was itself a compromise: Democrats wanted universal healthcare, Republicans opposed it. The result? Americans gained coverage for pre-existing conditions, young adults stayed on their parents’ plans until age 26, and mental health care finally achieved parity with physical health care. While Republicans still
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Be careful choosing with your ancestors
Deuteronomy 4: 9 “Only take heed to thyself, and keep thy soul diligently, lest thou forget the things which thine eyes have seen, and lest they depart from thy heart all the 
days of thy life: but teach them thy sons, and thy sons’ sons.”
Have you ever wished you could have chosen your ancestors? Perhaps you’ve looked in a mirror and
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Dealing with food recalls
It’s impossible to say exactly what’s going on, but lately there are problems with our 
food supply, one after the other. Listeria and salmonella are at the top of the list.
Listeria shows up in water, waste and the soil and ends up in our meat, fresh produce and dairy products.
Some say the rising number of cases of listeria are because we’re eager to grab ready-to-
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