Hembree appointed PC Veterans Affairs Officer after election loss
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com COUNTY — The county’s new Veterans Affairs Officer began his term July 1 but More »
Easley couple receives Order of the Palmetto for lifetime of service
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — An Easley couple were awarded South Carolina’s highest civilian honor, in recognition More »
Pickens County doctor pens new children’s book
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — The past several months have been busy ones for Dr. Lori Carnsew More »
AnMed expands access to urgent care in Clemson
CLEMSON — AnMed and Urgent Care Group have partnered to open AnMed Urgent Care in Clemson, located at 885 Tiger More »
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November is a month of fiery color. Leaves turn red and gold, and the nights grow chilly. Brisk, cool mornings give way to sunny afternoons. November is the beginning of pumpkin spice mania and apple 
picking.
November is when Password caught a virus. Password is my laptop. I’ve had her for five years. I remember the first time I saw her, sitting on a counter with other laptops. She was all silver and shiny. She beckoned me over with a
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Living peaceably and grounded in Godliness
With the Republican victory over the Democrats, many are reflecting on the direction of the United States.
For the Trump side, this outcome brings hope and a sense of relief that the country can start heading in a better direction. For the Democratic side, there is concern, uncertainty and even
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Seniors saving money in 2025
In a few weeks, those of us on Social Security will be getting approximately 50 extra dollars in our monthly benefit. Minus the $10 increase in Medicare Part B, that brings the average increase down to 
$40 per month.
How shall we spend our windfall?
If food prices are going to come down after the recent
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Lead paint in veteran housing
It’s one thing to send phony bills to the Department of Veterans Affairs or claim to be a small business — and quite another to put veterans and their families in danger.
An abatement/mitigation company was nailed for saying it had done the work to clear the lead paint in housing units rented to
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Courier Obituaries 11-20-24
GRACE NIX MEECE
LIBERTY — Grace Nix Meece, 81, loving wife to George Meece, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, at her home.
Born Aug. 13, 1943, in Pickens County, Grace was the daughter of the late Charlie T. Powell and Edith Brown Powell. Mrs. Meece enjoyed traveling and especially liked going to the beach. She enjoyed fishing and crocheting. She loved her friends and family dearly.
Survivors include her husband, George Meece of Liberty; daughter, Gail Browning (Roger) of Liberty; loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Nancy Senter, Patricia Morgan (Jeff) and Lillian
Business of the Month
The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce has announced its November Business of the Month is The Trading Post. The business offers locally grown and locally crafted products, including bread, milk, eggs, snacks, premade meals, cleaning products, personal care products, candles, plants and more, along with retail landscape supply. Located at 1830 Dacusville Highway in Easley, The Trading Post is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Visit thetradingpostsc.com for more details. Pictured, from left, are Brittany Chapman, Hugh Latimer, Brielle Adams, Lori Anna Moseley, Charlie Crumpton, Bryan Owens, Melisa Sedler.
Now open in Pickens
The Pickens Golf Club clubhouse is now open. On Nov. 7, co-owner Duane Bishop and Miss South Carolina Davis Wash cut the ribbon on the new clubhouse. The clubhouse offers a pro shop, audio-visual meeting room, a lounge area with club memorabilia and a brand-new full-service restaurant and bar — Tavern 53, open to both members and the public, bringing a fresh dining option to the community. The name Tavern 53 celebrates the rich history of the Pickens Country Club, established in 1953. Tavern 53 is a modern American restaurant that features dishes like chicken and waffles, smash burgers, pizza, wings and much more. The clubhouse is open seven days a week from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Visit pickensgolfclub.com for tee times, membership information and more.
Hagood-Mauldin House gets major renovations
PICKENS — The major restoration work at the Hagood-Mauldin House and Irma Morris Museum of Fine Arts in uptown Pickens is nearing completion.
The two-year project has included a new roof, complete exterior painting, carpentry and foundation repair and a total redesign of the gardens, among other things. The extensive work was funded by generous private donations and an accommodations tax grant from
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Courier Community Calendar 11-20-24
• Sertoma Club invites locals to meet
The Clemson Sertoma Club invites all local residents to attend its meetings.
The club meets at noon the first and third Tuesdays of each month at Occasions at Wedgefield, located at 1551 Eighteen Mile Road in Central.. New visitors are always welcome.
• Feast-o-Plenty is planned for Nov. 23
Six Mile Baptist Church will host the 17th annual “Feast-o-Plenty” from 1l a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23.
Last year, approximately 200 people joined the church for the dinner, and this year officials are hoping
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