Daily Archives: 02/04/2015
Just how important is it?
We are all a bunch of lucky ducks. While all the world is concerned about war, terrorism, plague, natural disasters and whether the asteroid will hit us, we Americans are focused on whether or 
not anybody had knowledge that the game footballs used by the New England Patriots were under-inflated.
Not that the issue isn’t of utmost importance. Apparently an under-inflated football in the possession of any team gives them an incredible
Courier Letters to the Editor 2-4-15
Analyzing the taxes list
Dear Editor,
I read with astonishment the letter published last week regarding the multitude of taxes we bear, from the Pickens County Taxpayers Association. A closer examination compelled me to respond. Instead of hitting all 61 separate taxes, I’ll group them in the interest of time.
Taxes that we don’t pay in Pickens County: This includes dog licenses, bike licenses, bike and
Courier Obits 2-4-15
JOHN BROCK
SUNSET — John Charles Brock, 64, died, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015.
He was born in Pickens County, son of the late William Frank and Jessie Mae Garrett Brock. He was formerly employed with Greenwood Mills and later Liberty Denim.
Survivors include daughters, Lisa Alexander (Khol) of Pickens; Heather Brock (Brian Reid) of Simpsonville; and Kimberley Hale (Andreas) of Travelers Rest; grandchildren, Trent, Trevor and Kirk Alexander, Alexandra Brock and Charleston Hipps, and a great grandchild, Emilee Alexander. Also surviving is his partner, Jennifer Emerson of Liberty and her children, Jeremy,
Taking the next step
Meals on Wheels breaks ground on
new McKissick Center in Liberty
By Ben Robinson
Staff Reporter
brobinson@thepccourier.com
LIBERTY — Many gathered Friday at the former site of the lunchroom of Liberty Middle School to break ground for Pickens County Meals on Wheels’ new McKissick Center for Senior Wellness.
Courtesy Photo
From left, Pickens County Meals on Wheels board members Drake Curry and Les Hendricks, are pictured with Pickens County Council member Neil Smith and Appalachian Council on Aging executive director Steve Pelissier taking part in Friday’s groundbreaking ceremony for the McKissick Center for Senior Wellness in Liberty.
The facility was donated to Meals on Wheels by Pickens County after the county purchased the entire facility from the School District of Pickens County for various uses.
For example, the gym and football stadium will be utilized by the Liberty Recreation Department, the Crotwell Auditorium will serve the city of Liberty, and several classrooms will be used as magistrate offices.
Meals on Wheels is making moves to take care of the growing senior population in Pickens County.
“We knew that drastic measures would need to be taken to meet that challenge head on,” PCMOW executive director Meta Bowers said. “With this facility, we will be able to safeguard the services we provide for hundreds of seniors every year, helping them maintain their nutritional health,
St. Michael’s Episcopal set to hold oyster roast fundraiser on Feb. 14
EASLEY — Oyster season lasts only a few months, and St. Michael’s Episcopal Church will host its annual oyster roast on Saturday, Feb. 14, from 3-6 p.m.
Attendees will be able to enjoy all-you-can-eat oysters, Brunswick stew, and side dishes at the fundraiser, which will benefit the church and its outreach programs, including multiple Pickens County charities.
Oyster-shucking happens outdoors, and all should dress accordingly. Personal oyster knives and
Duke partners with iMAGINE Upstate
Duke Energy’s Foundation donated $40,000 toward the iMAGINE Upstate initiative and festival. Pictured above are the Metal in Motion robotics team from the Hamilton Career Center and Ryan Heafy, executive director of iMAGINE Upstate, Linda Hannon, Duke Energy Government and Community Relations manager, Dr. Tom Peters, executive director of South Carolina’s Coalition for Mathematics and Science and Dr. Nan Dempsey, director of STEM Upstate SC Collaborative.
UPSTATE — iMAGINE Upstate recently announced Duke Energy as a presenting partner for the upcoming festival and weeklong series of crowd-sourced science, technology, engineering and
Steppin’ It Up Coalition set to meet on Feb. 9
PICKENS — The next Steppin’ It Up Coalition meeting is set for Monday, Feb. 9, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County, next door to Michael’s Restaurant.
Meetings are open to anyone interested in educating youth on the dangers and health implications of alcohol, tobacco and drug exposure and use.
For more information, contact Cathy Breazeale at (864) 898-5800. Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County is located at 303 East Main St. in Pickens.
Courier Legals 2-4-15
NOTICE OF HEARING
STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF PICKENS
IN THE FAMILY COURT
Case #: 2014-DR-39-1059
Stanley Kelley and Rebecca Kelley, Plaintiff, -vs- Daniel Blane Muniz, Defendant.
TO: The above named Defendant,
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, you are hereby notified that a Final hearing has been scheduled for
Courier Notice to Creditors 2-4-15
The publisher shall only be liable for an amount less than or equal to the charge for the space of the item in error in the case of errors in or omissions from any advertisement, and only for the first incorrect insertion.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES
All persons having claims against the following estates MUST file their claims on Form #371ES
Courier Trespass Notices 2-4-15
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
