Daily Archives: 07/11/2012
Harris decertified as GOP nominee
COUNTY — After taking legal action to try to get himself placed on the November ballot as the Republican candidate for S.C. House District 3, B.R. Skelton has gotten his wish.
Petition candidates race against deadline
COUNTY — Following the removal of more than 200 candidates from ballots statewide before the June primary last month, many Pickens County candidates are now working to become petition candidates and get placed on the ballot in November.
Pickens County candidates who are currently seeking to be placed on the November ballot as petition candidates are Kevin Link (County Council District 3), Tim Morgan and Stan Whitten (Sheriff), Chris Bowers (County Council District 5), Rex Rice (S.C. Senate) and Ed Harris (S.C. House District 3).
County celebrates freedom
Residents from around the county joined together last week to celebrate July 4. Both Pickens and Easley hosted family-friendly downtown events that provided fun, music, and entertainment, capped with dazzling fireworks displays.
Community says goodbye to a hero
DACUSVILLE — Dacusville is a close-knit, family community, so often a funeral becomes an emotional experience that touches the entire community, even those who claim no kinship with the deceased.
The community came together even more than normal last week at the graveside services for Sgt. 1st Class Brad Thomas, held at Nine Forks Baptist Church in Dacusville.
Pickens plans first-ever Founders Day festival
PICKENS — On September 22, Main Street will come alive with a celebration of Pickens’ music and cultural heritage.
The free event will begin at 10 a.m. and end around 8 p.m.
On that date, hundreds of roots musicians, including old-time, country, bluegrass and folk, will descend on Pickens. Eight bands, all with local ties, will be featured on center stage. “Open mic” times will allow individuals and groups to jam, at will, throughout the day. Early evening will bring all musicians together to set a record for the largest jam in Pickens’ (perhaps Upcountry) history. The event will conclude with contra dancing for everyone.
Gravely honored with monument in gorges
SUNSET — The late Franklin Gravely, called “as near to a perfect game warden” as ever existed, was honored July 9 with a monument in a scenic spot overlooking Jocassee Gorges in northern Pickens County.
Gravely spent most of his life patrolling the mountainous region now known as Jocassee Gorges, and his efforts to preserve and protect the area are still bearing fruit today. The Franklin L. Gravely Wildlife Management Area was named in his honor in 1980.
Investigation continues in death of elderly woman at care facility
EASLEY — Easley police and the Pickens County Coroner’s Office are still investigating the June 30 death of an 84-year-old woman at Majesty Health and Rehab in Easley.
Pickens County Coroner Kandy Kelley said the death was possibly heat-related.
Pickens Presbyterians love and serve
PICKENS — The mission of Pickens Presbyterian Church is to serve God, each other and the community. The church welcomes everyone.
The congregation works to put the teachings of Jesus into practice in everyday living. Living in the busy and chaotic world can be a challenge. The church wants people to know that God’s word offers a blueprint for living with peace and purpose.
July is National Hot Dog Month
Designated by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in 1957, July is officially National Hot Dog Month, and today the celebration is as strong as ever. The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) is encouraging all Americans to join in celebrating this national icon by firing up the grill and enjoying one of America’s most beloved foods.
The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council is a project of the American Meat Institute and is funded by contributions from hot dog and sausage manufacturers and those who supply them with equipment, ingredients and services.
Established in 1994, the Council conducts scientific research to benefit hot dog and sausage manufacturers. The Council also serves as an information resource to consumers and media on questions related to quality, safety, nutrition and preparation of hot dogs and sausages.
For more information on National Hotdog Month or the National Hotdog and Sausage Council, visit http://www.hot-dog.org/
Obituaries for the week of July 11
Amy Jo Bryant Hughes
Liberty — Amy Jo Bryant Hughes, 75, widow of Bruce Wayne Hughes, of 110 Sunset Drive, died peacefully on Thursday, June 28, 2012 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.
Born in Easley she was a daughter of the late Ansel Thomas and Lucille Cantrell Bryant. During her working career she was employed by Sangamo Electric and later retired from Central Textiles where she worked in human resources. Her true love in life was her family, and spending quality time with her children and grandchildren.
Surviving are two daughters, Terry Jo Hughes Rumph and her husband Dale of Clemson, and April Lynn Hughes of Atlanta, Ga.: two sons, Bruce Wayne Hughes, Jr. and his wife Carla of Columbia, and John Thomas Hughes and his wife Sandy of Indianapolis, Ind.; a sister, Nancy McJunkin of Berea; a brother, George Bryant of Easley; three grandchildren, Ashly Hughes, Brittany Sherman and Joshua Rumph; a great grandson, Jack Sherman.
In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Clyde Bryant.
Funeral services to honor the life of Mrs. Hughes were 2 p.m. Sunday in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel conducted by the Rev. Willie Honea. Burial was at Liberty Memorial Gardens.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 301 University Ridge, #5000, Greenville SC 29601.
Memorial messages may be sent to the family by visiting www.libertymortuary.com. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.
