Within these walls
Historic schoolhouse restored, marker unveiled at Soapstone By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com PICKENS — A historical marker on the More »
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Pickens Lip Sync Battle sparks community unity
PICKENS — The second annual Lip Sync Battle was held at the Pickens Amphitheater on Saturday, bringing music, laughter and More »
Grand opening held for Hagood Mill Pavilion
The grand opening of the Heritage Pavilion at Hagood Mill Historic Site was held on Friday at a free community More »
PC Habitat for Humanity to host dinner next week
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4th annual Barns, Boots, Brew and Silent Auction set for Oct. 7
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Making Physical Activity a Part of a Child’s Life
Many physical activities fall under more than one type of activity. This makes it possible for your child to do two or even three types of physical activity in one day. For example, if your daughter is on a basketball team and practices with her teammates every day, she is not only doing vigorous-intensity aerobic activity but also bone-strengthening. Or, if your daughter takes gymnastics lessons, she is not only doing vigorous-intensity aerobic activity but also muscle- and bone-strengthening.
It’s easy to fit each type of activity into your child’s schedule — all it takes is being familiar with the Guidelines and finding activities that your child enjoys.
What can I do to get — and keep — my child active?
As a parent, you can help shape your child’s attitudes and behaviors toward physical activity, and knowing these guidelines is a great place to start. Throughout their lives, encourage young people to be
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Calories/Hour Expended in Common Physical Activities
At left are some examples of physical activities commonly engaged in and the average amount of calories a 154-pound individual will expend by engaging in each activity for one hour. The expenditure value encompasses both resting metabolic rate calories and activity expenditure. Some of the activities can constitute either moderate- or vigorous-intensity physical activity depending on the rate at which they are carried out (for walking and bicycling).
Inspirational quotes
“By exercise, I’ll tell you one thing, you don’t always have to be on the go. I sit around a lot, I read a lot, and I do watch television. But I also work out for two hours every day of my life, even when I’m on the road.” — Jack LaLanne
“The first wealth is health.” — Emerson
“Those who do not find time for exercise will have to find time for illness.” — Earl of Derby
“Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it.” — Plato
“The higher your energy level, the more efficient your body. The more efficient your body, the better you feel and the more you will use your talent to produce outstanding results.” — Anthony Robbins
Deep Winter Blues Fest returns
PICKENS — Local residents will have a chance to warm up their winter with the soulful sounds of the Piedmont Blues at Hagood Mill Historic Site’s annual Deep Winter Blues Festival from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 
Saturday, Feb. 15.
The beloved event celebrates the rich blues history of Upstate South Carolina, bringing together exceptional performers and timeless traditions for a day of music, culture and fun.
This year’s headliners include Chuck Beattie, a Chicago-style blues legend known as “Dr. Blues,” and Veronika Jackson, whose acoustic folk style blends African-American culture and authentic storytelling.
Joining them are celebrated performers Freddie Vanderford, Steve McGaha and David Donar, showcasing the Piedmont blues’ vibrant legacy.
Beyond the music, the festival will feature:
- Folklife and traditional arts demonstrations: Watch artisans and living history demonstrators in action and shop for unique, handcrafted treasures.
- Kids’ activities: Fun for the whole family.
- 1845 water-powered gristmill in operation: Witness a piece of history grinding fresh stone-ground cornmeal, grits and flours, available for purchase alongside Hagood Mill cookbooks and other items.
The event will take place at the enclosed Heritage Pavilion, heated for visitors’ comfort. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs and dress warmly to enjoy the festival atmosphere.
Admission is $8 per person or $10 at the gate, and children 12 and under are free. Admission includes access to the Hagood Mill Historic Site, the Heritage Pavilion and the South Carolina Petroglyph Site. Proceeds support the site’s operations.
Located at 138 Hagood Mill Road, just off U.S. Highway 178 near Pickens, Hagood Mill Historic Site operates Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., year-round.
For more details, call (864) 898-2936, visit visithagoodmill.com or follow the site on Facebook @visithagoodmill.
Located in the heart of Pickens, Hagood Mill Historic Site proclaims itself “a treasured destination dedicated to preserving and celebrating the region’s rich cultural heritage.”
Established in 1845, the site features a historic gristmill, cultural exhibits and a vibrant calendar of events showcasing traditional arts, music and history.
Home to the South Carolina Rock Art Center, Hagood Mill serves as a hub for education, discovery and preservation of Native American rock art and other significant cultural artifacts.
Through its programs and initiatives, the site “fosters a deep connection to the past while inspiring future generations to appreciate and protect South Carolina’s unique history,” according to a news release.
Community Calendar 1-29-25
• Dacusville Lions to host monthly bingo
The Dacusville Lions Club will be hosting Bingo night on the second Thursday of each month at the Lions Building in Dacusville, located at 1384 Thomas Mill Road.
The next Bingo session will be Thursday, Feb. 13. There are set to be 10 games beginning at 7 p.m., and proceeds will go toward funding community events and other community needs. The games should conclude around 9 p.m. Bingo night will be a family-friendly event, and monetary prizes will be
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Courier Trespass Notices 1-19-25
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:
Ronald Russell Mar. 2025
Betty L. Haynes Mar. 2025
Pamela Dodson April 2025
Courier Notices to Creditors 1-19-25
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 claimant, the basis of the claim, the amount claimed, the date when the claim will become due, the nature of any uncertainty as to the claim, and a description of any
Estate: Leroy Hendricks
Date of Death: 10/18/2024
Case Number: 2024ES3900972
Personal Representative:
Malinda A. Roach
Address: 116 Woodmont Rd.,
