Monthly Archives: October 2020
Shuckin’ Shack set to open next week
EASLEY — Seasoned restaurateur Don Marcum is set to open his second restaurant with Shuckin’ Shack, a 16-unit North Carolina-based oyster bar concept known for its fresh, delicious meals and 
creative cocktails in an environment that exudes relaxation, at 221 W. Main St. in downtown Easley next Tuesday, Nov. 2.
Marcum, who opened his Greenville location in 2015, has experienced an extremely successful business, year-over-year, since opening. Despite the pandemic-related challenges, the restaurant owner was able to recover quickly thanks to support from the community and plans to move forward with his Easley opening.
The Easley location will feature indoor seating, as well as an outdoor patio with seating for 50 people, and has been designed so that customers will be safely distanced from one another, while still being able to experience the coastal, laid-back vibes of Shuckin’ Shack. The restaurant will have its soft opening on Saturday and Sunday and
Halloween fun and COVID-19
The holiday season is rapidly approaching!
The leading festivities of Halloween are in jeopardy for the children who love to dress up as their 
favorite ninja or Marvel character and score bags of candy, and sometimes even harmful handouts. That has hopefully been addressed in the past.
With COVID-19, there is a much different concern. It is the time and reason to reinforce the main components of mitigating the spread of the virus, reminding us to socially distance, wear masks appropriately when we cannot be safely
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The river always ran through it
The Lumber River was black, just as black as the Pee Dee. And both still are. I’ve never been swimming in the Pee Dee, but I spent a good part of childhood swimming in the Lumber River. Old 
maps have it titled Drowning Creek, and with good reason.
The river ran through the back of Grandmama’s farm. Our section of the river had an island in the center, thickly wooded. To the left of the island was a swift current hurrying downriver to McGirt’s Bridge.
To the right, upstream, the river forked. As children, we weren’t sure where the right fork of the river flowed from.
It looked a little menacing, and tree limbs hung low
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Who does God want as president?
This year has passed by quickly, and now the election is just a few days away. For those who read this column, I’m sure you have noticed that I rarely talk about politics or social issues. Of course, I 
have my thoughts like everyone else, but to be honest, I avoid these controversial areas intentionally. My focus is more about the Lord and the Christian life.
Nonetheless, I believe we can agree that America needs leaders who are honest and who demonstrate the nature and character of God. We also realize the Almighty has given us a free will to have elections, even if the winners are not His choice. I’m sincerely grateful to live in a country that allows anyone to believe and express whatever they want, but it’s important to
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Letters to the Editor 10-28029
Planning to honor our veterans
Dear Editor,
Please join American Legion Post 52 of Easley at Robinson’s Memorial Gardens at 1425 Powdersville Road in Easley at 10 a.m. Nov. 11.
They will be honoring all veterans on this day. U.S. Army chaplain Lt. Col. Timothy Wilson, an Easley native, will be the guest speaker.
Post 52, along with Robinson’s Memorial Gardens, will also be participating in Wreaths Across America on Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. Please plan to support this event.
Gary Hinton
Post 52 adjutant
Love your neighbor and vote
Dear Editor,
Living in the most free nation of the world is indeed a blessing from God. Being able to vote for our
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UCM ‘Feet for Heat 5K’ to help people with bills
EASLEY — Since 1989, United Christian Ministries’ heating assistance program has helped many neighbors throughout Pickens County and the Powdersville area who were lacking the needed resources to heat their homes.
Sponsoring the 2020 UCM Feet for Heat 5K is a great opportunity for local people and businesses to make a difference and keep a neighbor warm this winter.
The events will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14.
Registration and event information will be available
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Oh Joy! open house to help fight hunger in Pickens County
PICKENS — This year has been particularly difficult for many in our community who are struggling to feed their families, and local food banks are overwhelmed with increased need due to the impact of COVID-19.
That is why Oh Joy!, an eclectic boutique in Pickens, is hosting its eighth annual holiday open house and kicking off a canned food drive to benefit the Gleaning House Food Pantry.
Oh Joy! is located at 111 Railroad St. in Pickens, directly behind Arby’s at the Doodle Trail trailhead. Voted best boutique in the 2020 Pickens County Courier Readers’ Choice Awards, Oh Joy! has men’s and ladies’ fashion, gifts, home décor and jewelry.
The holiday open house is set for Nov. 6-7 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. There will be door prizes, a gift with purchases, sip and shop, light snacks, 20 percent off storewide, and when you bring a non-perishable food item to Oh Joy!, you will receive an additional $5 off your in-store purchase. Oh Joy! will match all donations. The canned food drive will continue throughout November and December.
The Gleaning House Food Pantry has been serving groceries to those in need in Pickens County for 20 years. Located at 319 C. David Stone Road, the Gleaning House Food Pantry operates differently than traditional food banks. There, clients are given the opportunity to “shop” for their groceries rather than be given a pre-filled bag with items. Clients must complete an application just once a year. A valid driver’s license and proof of residence is required. The Gleaning House Food Pantry is 100 percent volunteer-based and is funded by local churches and individuals.
“We have been blessed over the last eight years of business with the continued support of our community, and now it’s time for us to give back,” Oh Joy! owner Joy King said. “People in Pickens County are truly hurting right now and are having trouble feeding their family. Children are going to bed hungry. We can all help by just donating one can of food.”
Oh Joy! will match all food donations for The Gleaning House, while at the same time giving back to loyal customers with a $5 thank you for their generosity.
“It’s a win-win for everyone,” King said. “So come shop, give and save all at one place.”
For more information call Oh Joy! at (864) 878-6569.
Local nonprofit group seeks donations for area seniors
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — A local nonprofit is asking for donations of items of warmth to give to area senior citizens.
Warmth and Comfort for the Elderly, Upstate, SC co-chair Tammy Ferguson said the group is seeking handmade or purchased items including hats, scarves, throws, blankets, shawls and fingerless gloves.
The items, collected in October and November, will be given to shut-ins, hospice groups and
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Courier Community Calendar 1-28-20
• Fall book sale location has changed
The Pickens Literacy Association’s fall book sale will be at the Market at the Mill, located at 225 Pumpkintown Highway in Pickens. The sale will begin on Wednesday, Nov. 4, and run through Saturday, Nov. 7. There will be daily specials, and Saturday will be $5 a box day.
• Concert and BBQ cook-off is Nov. 14
The Country Folks Will Survive Concert and BBQ Cook Off in Pickens on Nov. 14 will offer local residents a chance to party, tailgate style.
Gates will open for BBQ competitors at noon Friday, Nov. 13, and attendees at 11 a.m. Saturday
Courier Obituaries 10-28-20
SYBIL JEAN NICHOLS
LIBERTY — Sybil Jean Nichols, 69, wife of the late Arvel Kenneth Nichols, of 414 Odell Road, Liberty, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, at her home.
A native of North Carolina, Mrs. Nichols was the daughter of the late Alfred and Ella Mae Kinsey Morgan. She was a member of Unity and Love Worship Center.
Mrs. Nichols is survived by her sons, William Nichols of Liberty and Billy Nichols (Kassie) of Seneca; daughters, Brittany Nichols and Morgan Nichols, both of Liberty; brothers, Tony Morgan (Cindy) of Pickens and Jim Morgan (Sheila) of Easley; sisters, Deborah Cheshire (Roy) of Hartwell, Ga., and Kathy Campbell of Seneca; grandchildren, Yyzabellahh Thomas, Marlee Nichols, Peyton Nichols, Blayze Howard and Maddux Howard; and a special niece, Shannon Hardenbrook.
In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. Nichols was
