Local councils take part in state leadership training
COLUMBIA — City council members from the City of Liberty and the City of Pickens spent last week in Columbia More »
Hot-shooting Hillcrest keeps Easley winless in region play
By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com EASLEY — Holding a 60-57 lead entering the fourth quarter of their matchup against More »
LWVOP receives empowerment grant to expand local voter education efforts
UPSTATE — The League of Women Voters of Oconee and Pickens Counties (LWVOP) is excited to announce that it has More »
PC Native Plant Jubilee returns on May 2
LIBERTY — The Pickens County Native Plant Jubilee will return for its second year Saturday, May 2, bringing together gardeners, More »
Catching a case of TB
If my best friend Joe and I had not met each other in our early teens, we most likely would have succumbed to a most dangerous and contagious disease called “Teen Boredom” or T.B. for short. When this affliction gets into a teenager’s 
system, it’s pretty much incurable. At least until he or she gets into their middle-aged years, if at all.
Here is just one example of teenage boredom. Joe and I were sitting at his house one day in March with nothing in particular to do. Now, if we had several assigned jobs to accomplish, we would not have to “think” for ourselves. This is definitely bordering on boredom when a teenager has to think.
After a 30-second planning meeting, we decided to go on a road hike. This type of hike is easy to plan. The only requirement for me was to make sure we returned home in time for me to milk the cow(s), slop the chickens, feed the hogs, carry in the firewood, do my homework and eat
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Paul O’Shield is a local native who enjoys writing about his time as a youngster growing up in Pickens County.
Canadian drugs in our future?
If you watch the news, you might have seen there’s a proposal underway that would allow states to import prescription drugs from Canada, where costs are lower. Drugs are cheaper in other countries because their 
governments control the prices.
As it now stands, we can go across the border and bring back a three-month supply of our medications for personal use, but there are pitfalls. Technically it’s illegal, but it’s often overlooked at the border. Going to Canada for your drugs can be inconvenient, and travel costs can
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‘Hee Haw’ to have final performance
PICKENS — The Hagood Community Center will present the final presentation of “Hee Haw” with local talent providing the laughs and “old time” country music for entertainment at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31.
The show will be held in the Hagood Community Center auditorium at 129 Schoolhouse St. in Pickens. Tickets will be $5 at the door, and the doors will open at 6 p.m. No outiside food or drinks are allowed. There will be a spaghetti meal before the show from 4:45-6:45 p.m. The cost of the meal is also $5 at the door. All proceeds from the dinner and show will benefit the center.
Jimmy Davis seeking seat on Pickens City Council
PICKENS — Jimmy Davis has announced his candidacy for Pickens City Council. The election is Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Davis, a lifelong resident of Pickens, said he believes the primary issue every councilman must be aware of is the economic situation all citizens are facing with stagnant wages and rising prices for everything like food, medical and electricity.
“While most are working, everyone is being squeezed,” Davis said. “We don’t need the government making it any worse for residents and businesses. If elected, I’ll fight to make city government more efficient, end any wasteful spending and fight to keep taxes down. We all need to live within our means, and that includes government.”
Davis said he realizes the town is growing, but he doesn’t want to see it turn
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Hayes honored for 40 years of Lions service
The Pickens Lions Club celebrated one of its own at its July meeting. President Brian Siwicki presented Furman “Gabby” Hayes with an award honoring him for 40 years of service and dedication to the Pickens Lions Club. Hayes also received his 40-Year chevron pin from Lions Club International.
Courier Obituaries 8-21-19
RONNIE BURL RAMEY
EASLEY — Ronnie Burl Ramey, 71, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019.
Born in Pickens, he was the son of the late Cracker Jack and Nannie Mae Ramey, and husband of Linda Ramey.
Ronnie was a member of Rock Springs Baptist church and loved restoring old cars, working in his yard and spending time with his amazing grandchildren.
Survivors include his wife, Linda, of 51 years; two daughters, Kimberly Dickard (Russell) and Stephanie Owens (Ryan), both of Easley; and three grandchildren, McKayla Dickard, Grayson Owens and Garrison Owens.
In addition to his parents, Ronnie was predeceased by a brother and two sisters.
A funeral service was held on Aug. 20 at Dillard
School district announces annual honorees
COUNTY — A teacher who endured the loss of her home and a cafeteria manager who goes the extra mile earned the School District of Pickens County’s top honors at its 2019 Back-to-School Celebration this week.
Gettys Middle School Project Lead the Way teacher Nicole Yemothy was named SDPC Teacher of the Year, and Sandy Crowe, food service manager at Ambler Elementary School,
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Pickens native Porter receives international agriculture award
ATHENS, Ga. — Pickens County native Dr. Wesley M. Porter, an assistant professor and Extension Precision Agriculture and Irrigation Specialist in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of 
Georgia, has received the PrecisionAg Award of Excellence in Education and Research from the PrecisionAg Institute, according to John W. Parris, director of the S.C. Agri-News Service.
“This award is an international recognition program honoring individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in the use and adoption of precision agriculture technologies and practices,” Parris said.
Porter is currently responsible for precision agriculture and irrigation education and research with the University of Georgia Extension Service. He
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Anderson recognized as Franklin G. Mason Fellow
SIX MILE — On May 5, Six Mile Lions Club past district governor George Kessler presented Harvey Anderson with a 
plaque recognizing him as a Franklin G. Mason Fellow.
Anderson has given dedicated service as vision chair for most of his 20 years as a Six Mile Lion. The Six Mile Lions Club donated $1,000 to the S.C. Lions Foundation in Anderson’s name.
The Dr. Franklin G. Mason Fellowship is the Foundation’s highest honor.
Mason, a Mullins dentist, was a most esteemed member of S.C. Lionism for 65 years, rising to an international director in 1988. As an avid runner, Mason ran 120 full marathons, completing his last at age 85. For 36 years, he was director of the Lions Club’s “Run for Sight.” He died in January 2019 at age 94.
‘Trick or Treat on Main’ is now ‘Halloween Hootenanny’
PICKENS — Pickens’ Trick or Treat on Main, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26, from 5-9 p.m., is taking on a new form for the 2019 Halloween season.
This year, the celebration will offer more of a party and festival atmosphere. “Trick or Treat on Main” is morphing into the “Pickens Halloween Hootenanny” and will take place at the Pickens amphitheater.
According to Wikipedia, “hootenanny” is an old country word for “party,” and that is what will be happening, a party/festival, with many activities happening at once. There will be booths, just like before, and they will be spread throughout the amphitheater grounds. The booths, again sponsored by local merchants and organizations, will have Halloween-themed activities and games, handing out candy and prizes. There will also be a bouncy house obstacle
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