And The Winner are… Courier Readers’ Choice Awards announced!
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Mayor, administrator give State of the Easley address
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — Easley officials say watching the city’s books has allowed the 2026-27 city More »
Pickens’ Dow commits to South Carolina
By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com PICKENS — After picking up offers from Appalachian State and Charlotte University in the More »
Pickens budget passes first reading with no tax increases
PICKENS — Pickens City Council voted 5-2 Monday to pass first reading of the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget, a More »
And The Winner are… Courier Readers’ Choice Awards announced!
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Do you have a hankering for a big, juicy cheeseburger or some spicy, finger-licking chicken wings? Looking for that special gift for your granddaughter’s graduation or your nephew’s birthday? Need someone to put a new roof on your house or take care of that leaky faucet?
If you find yourself facing any of these decisions or more and wondering where to go, who would you ask for advice? Your friends, family and neighbors — right?
If the answer is yes, look no further. This special section provides insight from fellow local residents about which businesses to consider for nearly every situation you find yourself in. From painting and electrical work to buying clothes, furniture, firearms and video games. From pool service and pest control to grabbing breakfast or a milkshake.
The businesses in this section are the best of what Pickens County has to offer. And these are not just our recommendations — they are YOUR choices. More than two weeks of balloting, thousands of Pickens County Courier readers took the time out of their days to vote for their favorite businesses. That customer loyalty is a testament to the quality of these local businesses and their dedication to serving Pickens County.
As a business locally owned and operated by Pickens County natives, the Courier knows just how amazing the people of our community are, and we cannot thank you enough for getting involved and letting your voice be heard in the annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
We also want to thank and congratulate our local businesses who took home first place this year — your hard work and dedication to caring for your customers has not gone unnoticed, and you deserve all the recognition you receive!
Do you have a hankering for a big, juicy cheeseburger or some spicy, finger-licking chicken wings? Looking for that special gift for your granddaughter’s graduation or your nephew’s birthday? Need someone to put a new roof on your house or take care of that leaky faucet?
If you find yourself facing any of these decisions or more and wondering where to go, who would you ask for advice? Your friends, family and neighbors — right?
If the answer is yes, look no further. This special section provides insight from fellow local residents about which businesses to consider for nearly every situation you find yourself in. From painting and electrical work to buying clothes, furniture, firearms and video games. From pool service and pest control to grabbing breakfast or a milkshake.
The businesses in this section are the best of what Pickens County has to offer. And these are not just our recommendations — they are YOUR choices. More than two weeks of balloting, thousands of Pickens County Courier readers took the time out of their days to vote for their favorite businesses. That customer loyalty is a testament to the quality of these local businesses and their dedication to serving Pickens County.
As a business locally owned and operated by Pickens County natives, the Courier knows just how amazing the people of our community are, and we cannot thank you enough for getting involved and letting your voice be heard in the annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
We also want to thank and congratulate our local businesses who took home first place this year — your hard work and dedication to caring for your customers has not gone unnoticed, and you deserve all the recognition you receive!
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PCSO arrests 3 in seperate vehicle chases
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — Pickens County Sheriff’s Office deputies were involved in three separate chases in a single day last week.
A release issued Thursday, June 18, said on the previous day, “the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office encountered an abnormally high number of individuals who chose to
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Man dies two weeks after Clemson wreck
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
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CLEMSON — A Liberty man died on June 18, nearly two weeks after being involved in a two-vehicle wreck in Clemson.
Pickens County Coroner Andrew Wilson identified the victim as 59-year-old Harrison Ray.
Wilson said he was called to Greenville Memorial Hospital on Thursday, June 18, after Ray’s death.
The wreck occurred at 2:45 p.m. Friday, June 6, on S.C. Highway 93 near Cambridge Drive in Clemson, according to South Carolina Highway Patrol Master
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CU gives travel tips ahead of Wallen concerts
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
CLEMSON — Clemson officials expect huge crowds at Memorial Stadium this weekend.
Country singer Morgan Wallen is set to perform in Death Valley on Friday, June 26, and Saturday, June 27.
While the turnout isn’t expected to be as high as May’s George Strait concert, which drew more than 90,000 people, officials hope to help attendees avoid some of the traffic woes experienced before and after that
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Mayor, administrator give State of the Easley address
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — Easley officials say watching the city’s books has allowed the 2026-27 city budget to contain no millage increase or use of fund balance.
Easley Mayor Lisa Talbert and city administrator Tom Couch spoke during the Greater Easley Chamber of Commerce’s State of the City Luncheon on June 18.
“I thought I knew everything about the city, but when you serve the city, you really
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Pickens’ Dow commits to South Carolina
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — After picking up offers from Appalachian State and Charlotte University in 
the spring, it seemed like Pickens High School quarterback Brooks Dow was set for a big summer in his recruitment.
The Blue Flame star picked up the opportunity he was seemingly looking for on Wednesday night when the University of South Carolina offered him as a preferred walk-on, and the
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Pickens budget passes first reading with no tax increases
PICKENS — Pickens City Council voted 5-2 Monday to pass first reading of the 
proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget, a spending plan that city officials say focuses on financial stability, employee retention, infrastructure investment and continued improvement of municipal services — all without increasing property taxes, utility rates, hospitality taxes or municipal fees.
The proposed budget reflects what city administrator Tim O’Briant described as a
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What is salvation, and who will be saved?
There are a mixture of Biblical interpretations about eternal salvation, including the 
idea that Jesus will save everyone.
This concept is traced back to the most popular verse in the Bible, as John 3:16 states that God so loved the “world” that he gave his only son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life.” At first glance, it may seem that Jesus is a Savior who rescues the entire world from doom, but it’s crucial to take a closer look, as we understand that everlasting life is conditional upon
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