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 »
Clemson University fires employee, suspends two others after social media posts on Kirk
By Lauren Pierce
Courtesy The Journal
lpierce@upstatetoday.com
CLEMSON — Clemson University has fired one employee and placed two faculty 
members under investigation after social media posts about the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk sparked outrage from students, the community and state leaders.
The decision comes after nearly a week of increasing calls for action, resulting in a special called meeting of the
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Grand opening held for Hagood Mill Pavilion
The grand opening of the Heritage Pavilion at Hagood Mill Historic Site was held on Friday at a free community event featuring a ribbon cutting and refreshment. The Heritage Pavilion adds a versatile new venue to the historic site, offering a rustic yet elegant space for weddings, concerts, community gatherings, and cultural celebrations. “The Heritage Pavilion is a wonderful new venue that enhances our ability to host events while preserving the charm and history of the Hagood Mill Historic Site,” said Ryan Ferrell, Board of Directors, Hagood Mill Foundation. “We look forward to sharing it with the community and showcasing all it has to offer.” Pictured above: Betty McDaniel of the Hagood Mill Foundation cuts the ceremonial ribbon with State Rep. Davey Hiott.
PC Habitat for Humanity to host dinner next week
COUNTY Pickens County Habitat for Humanity (PCHFH) invites neighbors, 
supporters, and community partners to gather for the Have a Heart for Habitat Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 25 at the Historic Hampton House in Pickens. The event begins at 6 p.m. and brings together community, celebration, and purpose.
Guests will enjoy an evening of connection, local food, and shared stories while
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Freedom of speech is a God given right
For the last few weeks we’ve been talking about the end times and what the Bible says about the future. We’ve touched on the prophecies of the rapture, the coming 
tribulation, the AntiChrist, and the second coming of Jesus. There are many interpretations of eschatology, which should stir us to study diligently about this important subject. One thing we can agree on is that Satan is turning up the heat with more lies, violence,
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Show horse or work horse?
James 1: 22-23 “But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own 
selves. If any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass.”
Just after retirement, a group of us that had worked in carpentry, plumbing, electrical and related areas of construction formed a group called The Area Christian Builders.
We built church additions, projects at children’s homes and other Christian related venues. At times we had as many as twenty people on a job. The relationships we
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Know the signs of senior abuse
Sometimes it takes watchful eyes to keep seniors safe. Whether it’s physical, emotional or financial abuse, or any other kind, those who come in contact with seniors can look 
for signs that all is not well.
In banking, if you spot a senior who seems distressed and who repeatedly takes large sums of money out of
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VA terminates union contracts
One wonders how this was allowed to happen in the first place: Last year the VA paid 
out $45 million to employees who were working for federal unions instead of being at their jobs.
But no more. Not only are most of them no longer employed at the VA, but the ones who are still
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4th annual Barns, Boots, Brew and Silent Auction set for Oct. 7
EASLEY — Family Promise of Pickens County is excited to present its 4th Annual Barn, Boots Brew and Silent Auction on October 7. The event will be held at Arabella Farm located at 125 Buck Ridge Road in Sunset and is sponsored by our generous presenting
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Gospel True Tones celebrate 50 Years
PICKENS — The Gospel True Tones will hold an anniversary singing intitled “Down Through The Years” on Sunday, Sept. 21 at the Oolenoy River Baptist Association building located at 301 Secona Road in Pickens. The singing will start at 4 p.m. The doors open at 3 p.m.
This powerful evening of gospel music and fellowship will be led by Master of
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Courier Community Calendar 9-17-25
• Widowed persons group meets monthly
Moving Forward, a widowed persons group meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Silver Bay Restaurant at 7027 U.S. Highway 123 in Easley.
For more information, call Marian Huskins at (864) 270-6032.
• 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.
• Dacusville Lions to host monthy bingo
The Dacusville Lions Club will be hosting Bingo night on the second Thursday of each month at the Lions Building in Dacusville, located at 1384 Thomas Mill Road.The next
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