Monthly Archives: May 2018
Unheralded tariff could hurt your access to news
Guest editorial
Until recently, most people probably didn’t have tariffs on their minds. It was widely reported the Trump administration 
planned to place tariffs on steel imports and other materials. Then came talk of possible trade wars and the effects those can have on the economy. However, a lesser-known tariff has been enacted that also could impact Americans’ lives.
And not in a good way.
When the new year began, the cost of importing Canadian
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When we were down by the sea
Before we moved to the farm at Grandmama’s at Sycamore Hill — so called because of the giant sycamore trees that dotted the front yard — we lived on the Chesapeake Bay in Cape Charles. 
We were small, probably 3 and 5, but there are things I remember.
Daddy worked across the bay in Norfolk. Mama would drive him to the ferry each morning. We’d go, too, of course, and if it was raining, one of us would hold a pot with a handle in the backseat under
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Courier Letters to the Editor 5-30-18
Library has a vital role in Liberty
Dear Editor,
I’m a 30-year resident of Pickens County. Even though my work as a socially engaged playwright has taken me throughout the U.S. and overseas, I’ve considered Liberty as my hometown and thrive on the small-town living atmosphere. Over the decades, I’ve watched the Liberty branch of the Pickens County Library grow from a small building to its current Sarlin branch in the heart of downtown Liberty. Its growth was made possible through the generosity, dedication and efforts of the Sarlin family and the greater community. Over the decades, the friendly and supportive staff has expanded as the library has kept up with cultural changes, reaching beyond books to
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King gets Liberty Ladies League 2018 scholarship
LIBERTY — Liberty High School senior Keyshawn King was selected as this year’s recipient of the 2018 scholarship funded by the Liberty Ladies League and given in honor of the Friends 
of the Sarlin Library. The Liberty Friends support the Sarlin Library in a myriad of ways, including financial support of library programs and volunteerism.
King, a three-time state champion triple-jumper for the Red Devils who will head to Stanford University this fall on a track
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Courier Community Calendar 5-30-18
• Nix family reunion planned for June 3
Descendants of Ulysses and Lou Annie Monroe Nix will meet Sunday, June 3, at 1 p.m. at Northside Baptist Church, located at 421 Sangamo Road in Pickens. Plates, cups and ice will be furnished. Please bring covered dishes, desserts and drinks.
• Pickens High Class of 1978 to reunite
The Pickens High School graduating class of 1978 will hold its 40th class reunion on Saturday, June 2. The event will be held at Larry Looper’s barn beginning at 6 p.m. The cost is $25
Childress receives BPW award
UPSTATE — The purpose of the South Carolina Career Woman of the Year award program is to honor and recognize a woman who has achieved outstanding success in her own career and 
has made significant contributions to civic and humanitarian and religious activities.
Delaine Childress, who was recently honored with the Tri-County Business and Professional Women’s Club’s Career Woman of the Year award, will compete in April with women from other areas in South Carolina for the state award.
She is a graduate of Clemson University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary and middle school education and graduated from Furman University with a Master of Arts in
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Rogers Scholarship winners recognized
The Charles F. Rogers Scholarship committee recently announced Adde Welborn and Will Alexander as this year’s selections for the Charles F. Rogers Scholarship Award. Welborn and Alexander will receive a $1,000 scholarship to put toward their college education. Both of the former Pickens High School student-athletes will be attending Clemson University.
Happy 101st birthday
Happy birthday to our mother, Edna Holden, who turned 101 on May 3. She was given a party at Pendleton Street Baptist Church. We thank God for our mother every day. We are so blessed to still have her. We love you, Mama!
Love
Norma, Shirley,
Ruby and Ricky
Courier Obituaries 5-30-18
Gordon “Gene” Eugene Seaborn
SIX MILE — Gordon “Gene” Eugene Seaborn 58, of Six Mile, passed away Monday, May 14, 2018.
He was born Thursday March 17, 1960, in Greenville, to his parents, the late Gordon Elmer and Ruby Lee Ledford Seaborn.
Gene will be sadly missed by his children, Justin Seaborn, Josh Seaborn and Jordon Seaborn; his grandchildren, Alisa Whitt Seaborn, Jacob Seaborn and Jaeleigh Weaver Seaborn; his
Pickens High School Honors and Awards
The following is a list of awards, honors, recognitions and scholarships recently presented to students at Pickens High School, as provided by the School District of Pickens County.
All A Honor Roll — Seniors: Courtney Leann Browning, Logan Alexandra Chapman, Stephanie Nicole Chappell, Chloe Elaina Ellenburg, Hanna Elizabeth Gantt, Scott Hunter Greathouse, Bradley Ray Holliday, Melissa Sue Lange, Kimberly Dianne Melton, Michelle Marie Melton, Emily Ruth Nelson, Ashton Hope Norris, Addelin Grace Welborn, Bryn Elizabeth Westbrook
A/B Honor Roll — Seniors: Cooper Dallas Adams, Savannah Kori
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