Red Devils fall at state
COLUMBIA — Looking to win its first state championship in 40 years, the Liberty High School volleyball team traveled to More »
A Mother’s prayer, a soldier’s postcard
The enduring story of POW Clint Chappell By Tom von Kaenel Special to the Courier news@thepccourier.com In a quiet house More »
Gabby Petito Foundation in Pickens this week
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — The community is invited to take parts in events put on this More »
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DROUGHT BROKEN Blue Flame blow out Walhalla for first playoff win since 2006 Also inside: Daniel to open playoffs against More »
City mourns loss of beloved businessman
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — Pickens lost a mainstay of the downtown business community last week. Glenn More »
Seneca man killed in Central accident
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — A woman found dead after a fire last year has been identified by the Pickens County Coroner’s Office.
As the Courier earlier reported, Pickens County Andrew Wilson said he and chief deputy coroner Tommy Page responded to Red Hawk Road in Pickens at 6:30 p.m. Dec.
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Authorities ID woman killed in Pickens fire
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — A woman found dead after a fire last year has been identified by the Pickens County Coroner’s Office.
As the Courier earlier reported, Pickens County Andrew Wilson said he and chief deputy coroner Tommy Page responded to Red Hawk Road in Pickens at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 30 “for a house fire
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DPH confirms rabid skunks in Pickens County
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — The South Carolina Department of Public Health said a person and a horse in Pickens County were recently exposed to skunks that later tested positive for rabies 
in separate incidents.
A DPH release issued March 26 said a skunk found near Moorefield Memorial Highway and Belle Shoals Road in Pickens was submitted for testing to DPH’s laboratory on March 23 and was confirmed to have rabies the next day.
No people were known to have been exposed to the skunk, but a horse was exposed and will be quarantined as required by the S.C. Rabies Control Act, the release said.
Another skunk found near Davis Road and Gilstrap Drive in Liberty was submitted for
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County to honor Andrew Pickens for America 250
COUNTY — The Pickens County America 250 Committee, in partnership with the Pickens County Historical Society, will host a series of special commemorative events 
honoring the county’s Revolutionary War heritage as the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence.
The events will celebrate the legacy of Gen. Andrew Pickens, the Revolutionary War hero for whom Pickens County is named, and will highlight the courage and sacrifice of the Patriots who fought for liberty in the South Carolina backcountry.
The public is invited to attend three important
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Community invited to support Liberty Community Scholarships
LIBERTY — The community is invited to come together for a meaningful cause at a 
special all-day fundraiser benefiting the Liberty Community Scholarships. The event will take place on April 14th at Arnold’s in Liberty, running from 11a.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Throughout the day, a percentage of all sales at Arnold’s will be donated directly to the Liberty Community Scholarships, helping provide financial support and educational opportunities for
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Courier Obituaries 4-1-26
PATRICIA ANN ‘PATTI’ COLE
PICKENS — Patricia Ann “Patti” Cole, 64, loving wife of 42 years to Charles Michael “Mike” Cole, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Greenville Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on Aug. 3, 1961, Patti was the beloved daughter of the late Richard B. Pauls and Betty Bruce Pauls. She was a devoted and loving wife, a proud and nurturing mother,
Lady Lions take down Blue Flame
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — With both teams looking to pick up their first region wins of the season, 
the Pickens High School softball team hosted Daniel on Wednesday night.
The Lions were able to take a commanding 7-0 lead in the opening inning and never looked back as they picked up a 13-2 win over the Blue Flame.
“We’ve been struggling and we haven’t been able to get all three phases of the game to happen at the same time,” Daniel head coach Tony Qualkinbush said. “Tonight, we did and we set the tone. Overall, this is what we’re capable of. They just have to start
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AWL Pro Wrestling returns to the Market at the Mill this Saturday
PICKENS — The stars of the American Wrestling League (AWL) are set to return to Pickens this Saturday for one of the organization’s featured events, “Spring Break 2026.” The AWL has quickly adopted Pickens — and the Market at the Mill — as one of its premier stops, bringing some of the most exciting independent professional wrestling action in the region.
The night’s card opens with a clash between “The Frat Daddy” Bryce Cannon and the always‑tough Jessie Alexander Carter, a matchup expected to deliver plenty of hard‑hitting intensity. High‑flying action follows as Chris Young squares off with Alexander Moss, promising fast‑paced aerial offense.
Championship gold will also be on the line. AWL Juniorweight Champion Saint Julious will defend his title against Buddy Wright, renewing a heated rivalry as both competitors return from suspension. In another standout bout, Chris Valo makes his return to Pickens to face the legendary Blackcat Leon Johnson in a one‑on‑one
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Central girls win state title
The Central-Clemson Recreation 10U girls’ basketball team secured the first-ever state championship for Central-Clemson in the age division. The girls started off with a 29-12 win over Richland County, then beat North Charleston 31-24 in the semifinals. They then beat North Charleston once again by a final score of 32-18 to claim the title.
The greatest announcement
Luke 11:26-28 “And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city 
of Galilee, named Nazareth. To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. And the
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