Two accused of abusing Easley teen
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com ANDERSON COUNTY — Two men are each charged with sexually abusing a teen girl, More »
Ruff hired as LHS football coach
By Bru Nimmons Staff Reporter bnimmons@thepccourier.com LIBERTY — Coming off one of the most successful stretches in school history under More »
Brotherly love leads to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll
Pickens County family finds ties to Elvis Presley PICKENS — It’s amazing sometimes what you might discover when you start More »
Duke Energy gives tips to save energy during the winter months
UPSTATE — As winter temperatures hit the Upstate, Duke Energy says it is committed to helping customers manage energy costs More »
SWU easing student financial burdens
CENTRAL — Because of increased COVID-19 disruption to campus residential life, Southern Wesleyan University has taken quick measures to alleviate financial burdens on students.
The university recently issued meal plan rebates to students as compensation for missed meals during the remaining part of the spring semester. Students whose accounts are already paid in full will receive an immediate check. For those with an outstanding balance, the rebate will be applied to reduce or eliminate any debt they were carrying when the campus closed to most residents at the end of
Courier Community Calendar 4-15-20
• Volunteers needed to paint Hope Globes
The Hope Globe is an Upstate South Carolina charity that was created to provide emotional support for children at Prisma and other hospitals of the Upstate. The charity is currently looking for volunteers to paint globes and raise awareness, and the group is also asking for donations of any kind — furniture, appliances, cars, etc. — for its online thrift store. To find out more about the charity, visit thehopeglobe.com or contact the group at thehopeglobe@gmail.com or (864) 247-0702.
• DAR golf tourney canceled in Easley
Due to concerns associated with the coronavirus, the Tamassee DAR School Golf Tournament planned April 21 at Smithfields Country Club in Easley has been postponed until Sept. 29. Visit tdarschool.org for a player registration form and additional information regarding the tournament.
Courier Notice to Creditors 4-15-20
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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
Courier Trespass Notices 4-15-20
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:
Courier Classifieds 4-15-20
Announcements
Calling all entrepreneurs! The SC Department of Agriculture is offering targeted funding (up to $25,000) to help grow your agribusiness. We are looking for innovative, outside-of-the-box agricultural businesses or products, such as specialty crops, meat products, hydroponics, agritourism, container farming and more. We had one Pickens County resident (Steve Lorch, Table Rock Tea Company) win the competition last year, and would love to see another this year! To apply, visit ACRE-sc.com or email kplayer@scda.sc.gov. Applications are FREE and due May 1st. 4/15, 22, 29
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Courier Legal Notices 4-15-20
AMENDED SUMMONS
STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF PICKENS
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
2020-CP-39-00255
BENJAMIN ADAM BROOKS, PLAINTIFF, VS. THE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF NANCY ATKINSON, IF ANY, WHOSE NAME IS UNKNOWN, AND ANY CHILDREN AND HEIRS AT LAW, DISTRIBUTES, DEVISEES, AND IF ANY OF THE SAME BE DECEASED, ANY AND ALL PERSONS ENTITLED TO CLAIM UNDER OR THROUGH THEM; THE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF LARRY E. ATKINSON, IF ANY, WHOSE NAME IS UNKNOWN, AND ANY CHILDREN AND HEIRS AT LAW, DISTRIBUTES, DEVISEES, AND IF ANY OF THE SAME BE DECEASED, ANY AND ALL PERSONS ENTITLED TO CLAIM UNDER OR THROUGH THEM; DELINQUENT TAX COLLECTOR OF PICKENS COUNTY, TREASURER OF PICKENS COUNTY, JOHN DOE AND MARY ROE, FICTITIOUS NAMES USED
Governor issues ‘home or work’ order
COLUMBIA — South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster issued a mandatory statewide “home or work” 
order Monday in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.
The order took effect at 5 p.m. Tuesday and permits travel including commuting for work, visiting family and obtaining essential goods or services. The order will not impact residents’ ability to exercise outdoors or go for a walk as a family, but says everyone should act responsibly and practice social distancing and proper personal hygiene.
“As we have said before – when the science, data, facts and
DHEC: County may have dozens more virus cases
COLUMBIA — Pickens County had 20 confirmed cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus as of Monday afternoon, but the county could actually have nearly seven times that many cases undiagnosed, according to state officials.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 183 new cases of the virus across the state on Monday, including the two latest cases that bumped Pickens County up to 20, but a ZIP code breakdown showed nearly 160 possible cases in the county.
“These estimated counts represent those who are potentially undiagnosed,” DHEC said on its website. “By including estimates, we hope to better convey more meaningful information about the risk of disease spread in our community. We encourage everyone to continue to take action to protect themselves and those they love.”
The most confirmed cases in Pickens County have come in the Easley’s 29642
Showing support
County-led campaign salutes first responders, other essential workers
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — During a pandemic, when residents are urged — and, as of Tuesday evening, ordered — to go out only as needed, maintaining a sense of community can be difficult.
A Pickens County campaign aims to unite residents in saluting those who are on the frontlines fighting the coronavirus.
A red ribbon campaign kicked off Thursday afternoon, county community relations manager Jamie Burns said in a release.
“For some of us, doing our part means staying home to help slow the spread of the virus,” she said.
Participants can show their support for essential workers by displaying a red ribbon on doors, in yards or other visible areas “to signify that
Gettys Middle School worker positive for virus
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — A Gettys Middle School employee has tested positive for the coronavirus after having contact with other staff members and parents.
Gettys principal Mike Cory emailed parents, students and staff Sunday night.
“Today we were saddened to learn that a Gettys Middle School employee has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19),” Cory wrote. “The employee is in good condition, and we hope for a full
