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 »
This week in the PICKENS COUNTY COURIER’s FOOTBALL FRENZY Sponsored by MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERALS AND CREMATIONS
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 »
The enduring hope of the empty tomb
April is the month of new beginnings when the grass turns green, trees begin to sprout their leaves, and flowers emerge from the ground to express their beauty. This is also 
the time when Christians celebrate the crucifixion and the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
God’s infinite love for us is the foundation of the Christian faith, for without Jesus being raised to conquer death, hell, and the grave, there would be no sacrifice sufficient to forgive us from our sins. You see, His perfect blood was sprinkled on the mercy seat of
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Courier Letters to the editor 4-1-26
Don’t mess with our lakes
Dear Editor,
Pickens County is considering a proposed ordinance establishing a Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee overlay district to protect water quality, provide a safe environment for wildlife, conserve natural resources and safeguard our drinking water by preventing excessive development within 1,500 feet of the shoreline. This applies to any commercial or industrial construction within the buffer.
Do you enjoy visiting the lakes? Swimming, fishing or boating on these lakes? Most importantly, do you believe it is important to protect the source of our drinking water? If so, you need to attend the meeting on April 2 — details below — to let officials know
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Don’t fall for scam emails
I received an email from a company that I use for computer repair and malware 
protection. No surprise there; they’ve sent me annual emails over the years when it was time to renew the service. I opened the email and it was an invoice indicating they would be charging my credit card several hundred dollars today!
But I took a closer look. The area code of the phone number at the bottom of the invoice was not for the state where the real company is located. The address at the bottom of the invoice was for yet another state. The
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Is there no way to uncover fraud?
How is it a scammer can impersonate a veteran for over 30 years and not get caught?
Not only did this thief collect Social Security under the veteran’s name, but he got 
medical care from the VA. And he didn’t exactly behave during all those years — he was convicted of multiple serious crimes along the way.
When he was finally nabbed, he was living in VA-provided homeless/transitional housing and getting
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How to dye eggs like a professional
Many families will soon be partaking in a springtime tradition that has spanned generations: coloring Easter eggs.
While eggs once symbolized fertility and rebirth in Pagan celebrations, they have since 
come to be associated with Christianity. History.com says eggs historically were not allowed to be eaten during the 40 days of Lent. Subsequently, they were painted and decorated to mark the end of penance and enjoyed as a treat on Easter Sunday. Britannica also notes that the
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egg-stra special Easter Sunday
Hop on these tips for a great Easter egg hunt
Egg hunts are a traditional component of many people’s Easter celebrations. Children often delight in searching for eggs around the house or in the backyard. Egg hunts are
so popular that they have become a component of many town-sponsored festivities.
There are many ways to make Easter egg hunts more enjoyable and productive for participants of all ages. Try these “eggcellent” ideas.
- Designate a clear hunting area. Young children can grow frustrated searching for eggs in large areas. Set parameters for the search area that are manageable depending on the ages of the children participating. If you’ll be in a large yard or field, tape off the search area perimeter.You must be logged in to view this content.
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New Pickens book fuels scholarships
PICKENS — Local author and historian Charles Hood has announced the release of his newest book, a detailed look at the people, places, and events that shaped the
community of Pickens. In keeping with his 
longstanding commitment to preserving local heritage and supporting young musicians, 100 percent of book proceeds will benefit the Ryan Hood Memorial Scholarship Fund, offered through the Young Appalachian Musicians program administered by Preserving Our Southern Appalachian Music, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
The scholarship was established in memory of Ryan Hood, the late son of Charles and his
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Now Open in Pickens
Baropa Farmhouse Market and Treasures recently held its formal ribbon cutting. The new store offers something for everyone, featuring a wide variety of gluten‑free and dairy‑free products, baking essentials, children’s clothing, novelties, jellies, jams and more. Baropa is located at 120 Ann Street in Pickens and is open Tuesday–Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. Pictured are Greater Pickens Chamber director Bryan Owens, City Councilman Johnathan Baker, Wil Watkins from the Sherri Biggs campaign, Ambassador Jeremy Price, Chamber President Dave Michel, store owners Barbra Grewe and Pam Morton, chamber board member Meechi Green, along with other friends and family.
Scout Food Drive
Scout Troop 51 and Cub Scout Pack 51 recently held the 6th Annual Pickens Community Food Drive which was a huge success. The scouts collected 1,100 items for the Gleaning House Food Pantry from numerous community organizations, churches and groups. Picture here are the Scouts and Cub Scouts who collected the items at the drop site on March 7. Following the collection, the Scouts volunteered to sort them at the Gleaning House. The winner of the “coveted” Golden Can Award was the newly formed Pickens Methodist Church which was presented with the award being at a recent Scout Meeting.
Community Calendar 4-1-26
• PHS Class of 1976 plan 50th Reunion
The Pickens High School Class of 1976 will host its 50th class reunion from noon-5 p.m. May 9 at the Hagood Mill Pavilion. The Hagood Mill Pavilion is located at 129 Hagood Mill Road in Pickens. arbecue, macaroni and cheese, and slaw will be provided. Those attending are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Tea and water will also be provided. The Traveling Tap, a local beer truck, will be on hand selling beer and wine. A professional photographer will also be available to take a commemorative PHS 50th anniversary class photo for only $20. The event will be $40 per person. April 1.
For more information or to purchase tickets for the once‑in‑a‑lifetime Class of 1976 Pickens High School reunion, contact Mike Dickard by phone at (864) 505‑2147 or by email at mikedichard@bellsouth.net.
• Children Garden plots still available
Of the 24 children’s garden plots at Bryson, as of today, 13 are filled leaving 11 to be filled for the summer vegetable gardening season. The site contains 24 plots, 12 in ground and 12 above ground (two of the above ground handicap accessible). There is water at the site and the plots are free and ready for planting by children for the
