Pickens sweeps Bishop England for 18th volleyball championship
By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com COLUMBIA — Having dropped just one set on its way to the Class 4A More »
Balance key for state champs
Last season, when the Pickens High School volleyball team overcame a year of adversity to secure the 17th state championship More »
Pickens runoff set for Tuesday
By Bru Nimmons Staff Reporter bnimmons@thepccourier.com PICKENS — Voters from Pickens will return to the polls one final time this More »
TD Bank closing one Easley branch
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — A TD Bank branch in Easley is among the more than 50 More »
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DROUGHT ENDED Red Devils take down Pelion for first playoff win since 2016 Lions survive Dreher to advance; Easley season More »
Remembering the past, looking to the future
By Steve Townsend Special to the Courier news@thepccourier.com CENTRAL — As the late summer sun set at the at the More »
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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Now open in Easley
Hester Store & Co., located at 1735 Hester Store Rd. in Easley celebrated its official grand opening Sept. 27 and what a celebration it was. The event was filled with familiar faces, joyful memories, delicious treats, and a strong sense of community spirit. Pictured Pickens Chamber Board Member David Michel is Pickens with store owners David Cody Rathbon and Tasha Diann Carpenter, as the duo cut the ribbon. The new owners, who are are veterans and a brother and sister team, are beginning an exciting journey, where there dedication and hard work have brought new life to the historic building, that has been a part of the community for generations.
