Monthly Archives: June 2017
OPGS plans meeting for
CENTRAL — The Old Pendleton Genealogical Society will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, June 20, at 7 p.m. at Central Clemson Library, 105 Commons Way in Central.
The speaker will be Laura Holder of the Anderson County Library, who will speak on preservation of materials.
The public is invited. For more information, call Barbara Clark at (864) 417-0811.
McDonald’s to donate to auxiliary
PICKENS — Want to help Cannon Memorial Hospital Auxiliary? Here is your chance to do so in a delicious way — by just enjoying dinner on Monday, June 12, at the McDonald’s in Pickens.
McDonald’s will donate a portion of sales to the auxiliary from 5-8 p.m.
It’s just a truck?
Saturday is a day I like to think of as a free day. Occasionally a plan will evolve to do something fun on Saturday, as opposed to work in the yard, in the house or on the computer. This Saturday was wide open for recreational opportunities, so I was ripe for some fun.
At first, I thought it would be fun to go see Wonder Woman. But after striking out on getting someone to go with me, I switched to another plan. I decided to go kayaking on Jocassee with friends.
First, I’d have to see if I could get the farm truck. It’s large enough to carry three kayaks. Fowler said he didn’t need it, as he planned to plow Saturday, so he filled it up and helped me load my kayak and paddle.
The plan was to meet at the friend’s house, then go to Panera Bread for lunch with a
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Finding good respite care
The most difficult thing for many people is to give themselves rest and relaxation when they are caring for a loved one with dementia. Women are programmed to be caregivers to babies, family members and loved ones. Many men take on this role 
very effectively. As a result, we, as family caregivers, exhaust ourselves. Here are some tips that might be helpful:
First and foremost, ask family, church family, neighbors and friends for their help. Often, they are willing to help if suggesting a task they feel comfortable doing. I have found people like making meals, driving your loved one to hair and other appointments, visiting, and helping with tasks around the
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Listen up, younger vets
I’m writing here to the younger generations of veterans: When is the last time you went to a meeting of the American Legion? Probably never, right? Or maybe you went once.
Yeah, I know … lots of the posts are filled with really old guys, and you think you don’t have anything in common. That’s partly true. Here
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Courier Letters to the Editor 6-17-17
Thank you to school employees
Dear Editor,
Thank you to the faculty and staff of the Pickens County schools!
Matthew 18:5 says “And whoso shall receive one such little child in my name receiveth me.” From the administrators wading through paperwork to the cafeteria
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Courier Obituaries 6-7-17
Cora Lee Pickens
EASLEY — Peacefully on the morning of May 22, 2017, The Lord called Cora Lee Pickens home to get her eternal rest.
She was born on Oct. 30, 1938, to the late Waddy and Ethel Bowens. Cora was a lady of few words but had a heart of gold and would give her last to please others.
Cora passed away peacefully at Baptist Easley Hospital.
Cora was a hard worker and was an employee of Easley Living Center for many years
Seven Sisters
North American wildlife conservation model used in Pickens County
By Dr. Thomas Cloer, Jr.
Special to The Courier
It has become increasingly clear to me as I interact with hunters and anglers in South Carolina and other states that there is much ambiguity as to what our responsibilities are as a people who love to hunt and fish. It has also become increasingly clear that we with hunting and fishing in our genes have not done a good job educating others about hunting and fishing.
I have debated with colleagues for years about alleged problems with hunting and
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60th anniversary
The former Margaret Ellen Roberts married John William “Bud” Waldrop on June 8, 1957, at the home of the Rev. Jim Lewis. This year, Bud and Margaret Waldrop will 
celebrate their 60th year of marriage. They have been blessed with health, happiness and a loving family. Their four children, 10 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren love them both very much. “Nanny” and “Daddy Bud,” the entire family appreciates the strong family values and beliefs you have instilled in all of us through your example. Bringing us together every Sunday for Sunday dinner is just one of the ways that shows the love you have for your family. Debbie Ellison, Tracy Pechthalt, Jan Stephens and Jon Waldrop, their children, are planning a trip down “memory lane” and a dinner to celebrate the blessings of life, marriage, family and the happiness of 60 years together as husband and wife.
Bob Dylan tribute set for June 17 at Hagood Mill
PICKENS — Each year Hagood Mill selects and showcases one of the greatest Americana and folk musicians of all time. Homage is paid to their life and musical career in a way only Hagood Mill can. It is called “an old-time, get-down tribute.”
This year, the mill will honor 2017 Nobel Peace Prize recipient and American music
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