Monthly Archives: April 2017
Author uses ‘Lessons of Redemption’ to help kids
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
LIBERTY — Four thousand, two hundred and ninety.
After rediscovering a love of books in prison, Kevin Shird became an author himself. The attendees of an event in Liberty on Friday night received a free copy of his book “Lessons of Redemption.”
Photos by
Jason Evans/Courier
That’s how many days Kevin Shird spent behind bars before he turned his life around.
The Steppin’ It Up Coalition of Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County brought Shird in to speak to local children Friday night about bad
You must be logged in to view this content.
Subscribe Today or Login
Merck Mountain Spring Jam set for next weekend in Central
Proceeds will benefit
Helping Hands of Clemson
CENTRAL — For the fourth year in a row, brother and sister team, Mark and Sheila Merck have brought together their love of music and community with the Merck Mountain Spring Jam 2017, presented by KOOLFLIX.
The huge event will be held on April 14-15 at 310 Browning Road in Central.
Twelve bands from across the Upstate will donate their time and talent to the concert
You must be logged in to view this content.
Subscribe Today or Login
Pooch party
The city of Pickens held an outdoor dog event on Saturday to celebrate the arrival of the Pickens Police Department’s new K-9 officer, Zenia, pictured above. The event, held at the Pickens trailhead of the Doodle Trail, was open to local residents and their dogs and featured a puppy parade.
Courtesy photos
Pickens County set to rejoin marketing alliance
By Justin Lee Campbell
Courtesy The Journal
justin@upstatetoday.com
PICKENS — Pickens County plans to give the economic development group Upstate SC Alliance another try.
Pickens County Council passed a resolution authorizing county membership in the alliance recently. The cost to rejoin the 10-county marketing group is $58,000,
You must be logged in to view this content.
Subscribe Today or Login
‘Old’ Six Mile Elementary School reunion planned
SIX MILE — If you or anyone you know attended the “old” Six Mile Elementary School that was in operation from 1955 until the 1980s, a reunion celebration of students and faculty is being planned.
The old school building is now abandoned and holds only memories, but a group now wants to reunite all the students and faculty who ever attended the school.
On Saturday, May 6, from noon until 4 p.m., the community center beside Town Hall in downtown Six Mile will be open for the gathering.
Those interested are asked to come and bring stories and any memorabilia they may have. No meal is planned, but snacks will be available.
For questions, call (864) 506-2590.
Pickens declares April Fair Housing Month
PICKENS — Did you know that everyone has a right to fair housing?
You might be asking yourself: what is fair housing. According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, “the Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when they are renting, buying or securing financing for any housing.”
You must be logged in to view this content.
Subscribe Today or Login
Cannon Memorial Auxiliary planning event to celebrate 50 years
PICKENS — Cannon Memorial Auxiliary is looking for former members of the auxiliary to attend the 50th anniversary celebration from 4:30-6:30 p.m. May 11.
WYFF personality Brennan McDavid will emcee the 50th anniversary celebration at AnMed Health Cannon. Former volunteers are asked to help celebrate 50 years of service to AnMed Health Cannon.
All former auxiliary volunteers are invited to attend. For more information, or to RSVP to the event, call Lib Cowan at (864) 878-9999 or Frances Wannamaker at (864) 918-5208.
Harden Scholarship apps now available
PICKENS — For the 21st year, the Cannon Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is offering a scholarship to a graduating high school senior and/or a member of the community already in the medical profession, or someone who is continuing their education in the medical field.
The recipients will have their scholarship money paid directly to the school of their choice.
To be eligible to apply for the Harden Scholarship, applicants must be one of the
You must be logged in to view this content.
Subscribe Today or Login
Adult coed volleyball leagues now forming
PICKENS — The Pickens Recreation Department is now holding registration for adult coed volleyball.
Players must be 21 years old.
The registration fee will be $45 in-city and $55 out-of-city per couple and due at time of sign-up. Individual fees are $22.50 for in-city residents and $27.50 for out-of-city
You must be logged in to view this content.
Subscribe Today or Login
Wounded in the line of duty
Sebastian is 13 years old. His vision and hearing have diminished with time, and he 
weighs more than he should. He has arthritis in his back legs. But he is blessed with a happy, humble disposition.
Although we all know he is a little old man dog, he does not. When Red Dog was still alive, they kept intruders off the farm. Strange dogs might appear in the pasture once
You must be logged in to view this content.
Subscribe Today or Login
