Yearly Archives: 2020
Our world today vs. nearly 100 years ago
I was born in 1922, in a little shack seven miles west of Pickens. Going back in time, my mind remembers years ago.
I decided it is not the world that has changed since the beginning of time, it is us — the people — who have changed. Folks then did not have a lot, but we were happy, living without fear that someone would break into our home or while out playing, thinking someone would shoot us.
There were no broken homes. We never heard of divorce, or any kind of crime. We never locked our doors — at night or any other time. Now, we have to keep them locked in the daytime. We had Christian parents and grandparents who loved us, and we
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If you don’t know
A person’s head is attached to the neck, and a mask is designed in a way to fit on a person’s face. Now, for your information, a face has two eyes, one nose and a mouth. It’s on the front of the head. 
There are two ears on the head — one on each side.
Now, in order to protect mankind from the highly contagious coronavirus — which you can have and unknowingly spread while showing no symptoms — we are all asked to wear masks when in public or around people.
Oh my goodness. This is terrible.
Imagine asking people to be safe.
Anyway, in order to wear a mask properly, it should be worn in a way to cover the mouth and the nose. At the
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How to replace fear with faith
We’ve all had our share of battles this year with the virus and the devastation it has caused, and now as the election is just a few weeks away, many are experiencing stress and anxiety about the future.
Each day I hear from people on both sides of the political spectrum about how afraid they are of 
what is going to happen if the other side wins. We agree, this election is one of the most important in the history of our nation, however, we need to take a deep breath and know that whoever wins, it is not the end of the world.
No matter what is going on around us, we are still who we are, and we still have a very critical mission to
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Courier Letters to the Editor 10-14-20
The peace and quiet of winter time
Dear Editor,
I hate hot weather. You cannot get away from the heat! Winter time is different. In winter, you can escape the cold by going inside and building a fire or at least wrapping up in a blanket. I love to go outside at night in winter. The smell of oak wood burning and looking up at an ebony sky strewn with amber-colored stars. Peace and quiet all around. Only the gentle chirping of the crickets and the distant hooting of an owl. In the far distance, the sound of a barking dog echoing across the hollow below.
Returning inside to the warmth of a fire burning in the fireplace giving an amber glow to the walls all around where dark shadows dance playfully on the walls like happy children. A warm drink to
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Easley’s Safe Industries sponsors 9/11 stair climb
GREENVILLE — More than $10,000 was raised overall for the National Fallen Firefighters 
Foundation (NFFF) during the Greenville City 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb sponsored by Safe Industries in Easley.
The event was a way to honor and remember FDNY first responders who selflessly gave their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.
The stair climb saw participants climb the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center.
Through firefighter and community
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Robinson reaches century mark
The daughters of Edward (Rat) Robinson would like to wish their father a happy 100th birthday on Oct. 19, 2020. Mr. Robinson was born and raised in Easley. He was married to the late Thelma Morgan Robinson. He served in the Navy during World War II. He is a longtime member of the Easley Union Missionary Baptist Church. Mr. Robinson has three daughters, six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Many still live in the Easley area.
Community Calendar 10-14-20
• 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, Nov. 14.
Ticket prices start at $3 for kids’ general admission, with multiple add-on opportunities.Tickets are
Courier Obituaries 10-14-20
JOHN MARSHALL HOLLOWAY
EASLEY — Mr. John Marshall Holloway, 85, husband of the late Betty Jean Bowens Holloway, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020.
Born in Easley, he was a son of the late Ida Mae Robinson. Mr. Holloway worked at the Easley hospital for many years and later worked with the Easley Recreation Department. Many also knew him from the work he did at the flea markets selling Avon.
Mr. Holloway loved sports and he loved people. Anyone who knew him knows what a kind and gentle spirit he was. He will be greatly missed by all of his family friends.
Surviving are a son, George Davis of Liberty; and numerous loving family and friends.
In addition to his wife and mother, Mr. Holloway was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara Jean Holloway Robinson.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
“God doesn’t give us what we can handle; God helps us handle what we are given.”
Visit robinsonfuneralhomes.com or Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory-Downtown, Easley.
IRENE GRIFFITH
LIBERTY — Irene King Griffith, 98, of Liberty, died on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2020, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Liberty on Oct. 10, 1922, she was the widow of William F. “Bill” Griffith and a daughter of
Lady Blue Flame sweep region, knock off reigning state champs
PICKENS — The Pickens High School Lady Blue Flame volleyball team defeated region opponents Travelers Rest and Westside last week to sweep the region and become region champs.
Pickens also downed two-time Class 3A state champion Powdersville on Saturday.
“What an exciting week it has been for the Lady Blue Flame,” Pickens assistant coach Pamela Clarkson said. “Our young ladies ended the week with a sweep of the region, as they have gone 8-0. I am proud of each of their efforts and their determination to this point and as we finish out the last remaining
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Pickens’ Saitta sets school record during Senior Night meet
PICKENS — The Pickens High School Blue Flame cross-country teams held Senior Night as they competed on their home course last week for the final time this season.
Pickens seniors Amber Saitta, Angel Howell, Stefani Gillespie, Brooke Crawford, Dylan Bray, Jackson Masters, Levi Shelton, David White, Griffin Mason and Cody Massey were all recognized.
In the girls’ varsity race, Saitta broke the previous school record of 19:59 by 22 seconds with a time of 19:37 and a second-place overall finish. Seventh-grader Grace Newman rounded out the top 10 with a time of 21:31. Junior Holly Newman ran her personal best time of 24:24, and Howell ran her season-best time of
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