Flame advance to state title game
By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com PICKENS — With a trip to the Class 4A state championship on the line, More »
ElringKlinger to create 294 jobs in Easley
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — A company that announced it was coming to Pickens County last summer More »
Area groups discuss SNAP
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Former Easley mayor faces ethics complaint
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STILL SUPREME Lions take down Greer for seventh straight region championship Greenwood ends Easley’s season; Devils outlast Blacksburg; pickens clinches More »
Find your challenge
Philippians 4:12-13 “I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: everywhere and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. I can do all 
things through Christ which strengthens me.”
One of life’s greatest rewards is to find a challenge, study it, work it and achieve it! To be challenged is to be motivated. Motivation is the key to action and ultimately success and that great feeling of accomplishment.
Unchallenged people may be sad and have not a clue why. An uncle retired from an automotive plant in Ohio and moved back to
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It is faith that builds peace
There is a fundamental relationship between faith and peace. We are told that the harvest of faith is peace. But what is the nature of this peace and how do we understand it?
First and most importantly, there is peace that results from relationship with God, which is the very foundation of faith itself; this means the knowledge of God, devotion and servitude to Him. This peace is transcendent, eternal, and beyond any limitations of materiality. It is the Light of the holy spirit that emanates from God and illumines our hearts; it flows to our being as we turn obediently to Him, conferring on us an inner state of faith and peace.
An obligatory and inseparable aspect of this peace, is being at peace with each other. In the Beatitudes, Jesus tells us that God loves and blesses peacemakers, and calls them His children. This implies that relationship to
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The devastating effects of deception
For the next couple of weeks, I want to talk about the secret chambers of our conscience that contains our thoughts, emotions, attitudes, convictions and basically who we really are.
Some will say they wear their feelings on their sleeves and how transparent they are to everyone. I admire these individuals as they seem to have a personality that is open, humble and honest with nothing to hide.
However, just because a person allows themselves to be fearless and
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Pickens downs Daniel to reclaim Region 2-4A title
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — One year removed from dropping its first region championship in over a decade, the Pickens High School volleyball team looked to reclaim the Region 2-4A championship against Daniel last Thursday.
Despite dropping their first set in the entirety of their unbeaten region run, the Blue Flame were able to take care of business against the Lions pulling out a 3-1 win to secure the region crown.
“It means everything to these players,” Pickens head coach Mellie Crumpton said. “This was one of our goals and we just talked about in the huddle after the match, ‘Goal #1 is there’ so now we can add another up to that wall and that banner.”
The Blue Flame came out of the gate strong building an early lead in the opening set. Daniel tried to battle back, but Pickens never gave up its lead as Lily Clarkson (Three kills, five assists, two aces) and Kaci Gillespie (four kills and three assists) put together a masterful set to allow the Flame to take the opener 25-17.
The Lions responded in the second set taking control with a block from All-State middle blocker Zara Russell. This time, it was the Lions who maintained control throughout the set with libero Ava Ross throwing herself all over the floor to showcase her defensive prowess, while outside hitter Anusha Venayagamoorthy found her groove with six kills as the Lions took the set 26-24.
Having dropped their first set in region play, the Blue Flame came back in the third with a dominant effort in the third set, taking it 25-17 to build a 2-1 lead.
“We knew it was going to be a fight,” Clarkson said. “We knew what we had to do and I think we executed really well.”
The Lions found even more trouble to start the fourth set with setter Maleah Gibson going down with an injury early but stayed close by trailing 17-15.
The Blue Flame finished strong with Gillespie picking up a kill as well as two aces to help the Flame get to match point. There, she assisted Clarkson for the final point as the Blue Flame took the set 25-18 to secure the 3-1 win.
While disappointed with the loss, Daniel coach Hayley Hoover was still encouraged by the play of her team in the loss.
“We had a lot of great moments tonight, we just had a really hard time stringing them all together and getting on some runs,” Hoover said. “We’re going to tighten up a few things and focus on finishing region strong next week.”
The Lions were set to finish region play with matchups against Blue Ridge and Greer at home this week, while the Blue Flame hit the road for region matchups against Seneca and Travelers Rest.
The Class 4A state volleyball playoffs are set to begin on Oct. 22.
t to begin on Oct. 22.
Lions win county golf tournament
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — All four Pickens County high schools came together on Oct. 7for the Pickens County girls’ 
golf championship at the Rock Golf Club and Resort in Pickens.
Daniel High School took home the county championship with a team score of 329. The Lions’ county championship team is made up of Madeline McAlister, Ella Collins, Campbell Epting, Ever Deaton, Sophia Hepler and
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Candidate forum set those running for Central seats
CENTRAL — The Town of Central will hold a forum for the four candidates running in the November 4 
election for the three city council positions and the one candidate running for the position of Mayor. City Council candidates include Doug Barry, Daniel Evatt, Robert C. Griffin and Sara Paige Hudson
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Courier Obituaries 10-15-25
TOM JOHN ‘T.J.’ COX
PICKENS — Tom John “T.J.” Cox (Humpy), 92, loving husband to the late Annie Ruth Cox, passed 
away on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, at Baptist Easley Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born April 7, 1933, in Oconee County, T.J. was the cherished son of the late George Thomas Cox and Grace Hood Cox. He dedicated more than 30 years of service to the rural water department, where he took great pride in his work and the people he served. T.J. was a devoted family man who loved his family deeply and was loved by all who knew him. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting anything he could find—whether deer, rabbit, or boar. He also had a lifelong passion for drag racing and loved the thrill of the track. Above all, he treasured the simple joys of life, especially gathering with loved ones for Sunday dinners.
Survivors include his children, George Cox, Steve Cox and Lisa Gilstrap, all of Pickens; 14 loving grandchildren; 40 precious great-grandchildren; eight most precious and loving great-great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Mary Cox; and many loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Cox was predeceased by two sons, John “J.W.” Cox and Larry Cox; a grandson, Dakota Cox; a granddaughter, Candice MacMillan; and three sisters, Georgia Goodwin, Estella Dodson and Betty Youngblood.
Funeral service were held on Oct. 10, at the chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home in Pickens. Burial took place following the service at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Flowers will be accepted.
Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Cox family.
ANGIE GALLOWAY
PICKENS – Angie Galloway, 57, passed away on Oct. 8, 2025.
Angie was born in Pickens, on March 5, 1968, to the late Johnnie Lee and Inez Dodson Stewart. She
loved to be outdoors trout fishing, admiring the wildlife, or planting anything with the green thumb she had. Angie always enjoyed having a good laugh with those she was around.
Angie is survived by her two children: Kayla Mitchell (Richard) and Justin Hoover; six grandchildren: M. Gage Adcox, C. Garrett Adcox, B. Griffin Adcox, Hayden Mitchell and Emersyn Mitchell, Lillian Mitchell; and one brother, Ricky Stewart (Shelia).
In addition to her parents, Angie was preceded in death by her brother Terry Stewart.
The family will hold a celebration of life at a later date.
Palmetto Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.
THELMA ANN ROBINSON
HOUSTON, TX — Thelma Ann Robinson, 81, entered eternal rest on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, at Heart-to-
Heart Hospice House of Houston, Texas, with her loving family by her side. She was born on Jan. 5, 1944, in Greenville. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Ulysses Robinson Jr., mother Lois Coleman; father Cero Patterson; brother Melvin Patterson Sr.; sister Barbara Sue Jones and daughter Barbara Robinson Smith.
Before becoming ill, she was an active member of Brookhollow the Church without Walls (choir member and greeter) in Houston, and was a retired educator from the Board of Education, public school system in Bridgeport, Conn. She was a member of several organizations and clubs to include the National Council of Negro Women, Eastern Stars and Red Hatters to name a few, and enjoyed reading and gardening.
Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Russell (Glynis) and Derrick Robinson; grandchildren, Tacara and Taylor Robinson; great-grandchild, Trinity Robinson; and a host
Liar’s Competition returns to Hagood Mill Oct. 17 & 18
PICKENS — This October, the Hagood Mill Historic Site will once again echo with the laughter, chills, and wonder of Appalachian storytelling. On October 17–18, 2025, the annual Storytelling Festival & Liar’s Competition returns—this year featuring Friday Night Frights & Ghost Stories for a spook-tacular 
kickoff.
Friday Night Frights – October 17, 6:30 p.m.
The festival opens with an evening of spine-tingling tales hosted by the incomparable Johnny Thomas
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Spooky Halloween Fun Around Pickens County
Pickens County is ready to celebrate the spooky season, with events planned around the area throughout the rest of the month.
CLEMSON, OCT. 23
Clemson Heritage Senior Living is hosting a Trunk or treat Halloween Bash, 140 Cambridge Drive, Clemson. Grab your costumes and candy buckets — it’s time for some spooky fun on Oct. 23 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. What to Expect: Decorated Trunks – From spooky to silly, our residents and staff are going all out. Candy Galore – Bring your sweet tooth. Costume Fun – Dress to impress. Costumes encouraged for all ages.
LIBERTY, OCT. 24
Get ready for Halloween fun with City of Easley annual Treats on the Street, located downtown Easley. Bring the kids for candy, costumes and community spirit on Oct. 24 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
EASLEY, OCT. 24
Join Foothills Child Development Center for a spooktacular evening of family fun at their Trunk or Treat! Friday, Oct. 24 from 7 until 8:30 p.m. located at, 40 Southern Center Ct. Easley, SC 29642. Enjoy FREE hot dog plates for everyone! Bring your costumes, your family, and your friends for a night full of sweet treats and community fun. They can’t wait to see you there.
LIBERTY, OCT. 26
You’re invited to East Side Baptist Church’s Fall Festival. Join in for an evening of fun, food, and fellowship on Oct. 26 from 6:30 until 8 p.m. The church is located at 920 Anderson Dr, Liberty. Bring the whole family for a night filled with games and prizes, trunk-or-treat, face painting, Southern Sips Lemonade truck, The Blooming Bean Coffee truck, $5 hot dog plates, fried oreos and more.
It’s a free event for the community. No Scary costumes, please.
CLEMSON, OCT. 28
Ready for a wickedly fun night? It’s almost time for some Halloween festivities in downtown Clemson
Trick-or-Treat on Collage Ave. in Clemson, hosted by City of Clemson Parks and Recreation will be happening Oct. 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. Get in the spirit and join in for this free event. Fill your bag with candy from local businesses. Connect with the community in a family-friendly atmosphere. Scary, silly, spooktacular, show off your costumes.
EASLEY, OCT. 29
Bring your trick-or-treater Wed. Oct. 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m. to Georges Creek Baptist Church loacted at 1991 Saluda Dam Rd, Easley and see fun trunks and get free candy and treats. Nacho plates will be available for purchase. Parking in the field below the gym, as marked.
LIBERTY, OCT. 29
All are welcome to join Rice›s Creek Baptist Church locate at 504 Rices Creek Church Rd, Liberty on Wednesday, Oct. 29, beginning at 6 p.m., for the fall festival/ trunk or treat.
EASLEY, OCT. 29
Please join in the fun. Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. Fall festival, Trunk or Treat’s, candy, pizza. All proceeds go towards the Youth Group of Hunts Memorial Baptist Church,
501 Alex Drive, Easley. FREE invite your friends and family to come for a night of food (pizza & candy), Fun (inflatables & hayrides) and fellowship. Come join the fun, your attendances is greatly appreciated.
CENTRAL, OCT. 30
Get ready for the cutest howl-oween ever. Join The Central Roller Mills on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m . for our Pet Costume Contest! From spooky pups to sassy cats, they can’t wait to see your furry friends strut their stuff.
Prizes for the best-dressed pets, lots of laughs, and plenty of photo ops you’ll want to frame. Costumes optional for humans… but highly encouraged.
PICKENS, OCT. 31
Get ready for a spooktacular night in Pickens! Join City of Pickens- City Hall on Oct. 31 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. for the Annual Main Street Trick-or-Treat — it’s going to be frightfully fun.
Located on Main Street, Pickens (Ann Street to Catherine Street).
EASLEY, OCT. 31
Swing by Fleetwood Post Acute’s Trunk or Treat on Oct. 27, 4-6 p.m. The Residents and Staff would love to see you there and give you a Sweet treat, 200 Ann Drive, Easley, SC 29640.
SIX MILE, OCT. 31
It’s that time of year again — Six Mile’s annual Trick-or-Treat on Main Street is back on Oct. 31from 6 – 8 p.m. Local businesses and churches will line Main Street to hand out candy, kids will parade in costumes, and families can enjoy an evening of community fun and Halloween spirit.
Families dress up, show out, and enjoy a night of community tradition.
LIBERTY, OCT. 31
This year, City of Liberty teaming up with Potters Clay Fellowship to bring even more fun to Halloween night.
In addition to Trick-or-Treat on Commerce Street, we’ll have a fall festival set up in Sarlin Park thanks to Potters Clay Fellowship. As always, this is a free event for the children in our community! The fun will begin at 6 p.m. on Oct. 31.
SIX MILE, NOV. 1
Join Gap Hill Baptist Church for thier Fall Festival on Nov. 1. The event goes from 6-8:30 p.m. There will be Trunk or Treat, Chili Cook-off, Cakewalk, S’mores, Hayrides and Fire Pits. Gap Hill Baptist Church is located at 127 Gap Hill Rd, Six Mile
Community Calendar 10-15-25
• 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, November 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 eve nt and monetary
