Monthly Archives: April 2024
Sweet Potato Pie Kids to play at Rhythm on the River event
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PIEDMONT — Music from talented bands, a kids zone experience for the entire family, more than 15 food trucks and 30 craft vendors will bring out the community to AnMed Rhythm on the River May 4 at Dolly Cooper Park in Powdersville.
The action will run from noon-8 p.m. on the bank of the Saluda River. Admission is free.
“We love this event not just because we’re community members
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Courier Community Calendar 5-1-24
• GGWC to host ‘Day of Prayer’ event
There will be a National Day of Prayer event at 6:30 p.m. this Thursday, May 2, at Golden Grove Wesleyan Church, located at 7997 Moorefield Memorial Highway in Liberty.
The event will begin in the church sanctuary, with the option of moving to various prayer stations in the church during the prayer hour. Emphasis will be on this year’s theme, “Lift Up the Word. Light Up the World.” and the Scripture theme from 2 Samuel 22:29-31. All
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Courier Trespass Notices 5-1-24
In the state of South Carolina, trespass after notice is a misdemeanor criminal offense prohibited by section 16-11-620 for the South Carolina Code.
Those who enter upon the lands of others without the permission of the owner or manager shall be deemed guilty of misdemeanor trespassing. All persons are hereby notified and warned not to hunt, fish, cut timber or trespass in any manner whatsoever upon the lands of the undersigned:
George Hannah May 2024
Courier Notice to Creditors 5-1-24
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES
All persons having claims against the following estates MUST file their claims on Form #371ES with the Probate Court of PICKENS COUNTY, the address of which is 222 MCDANIEL AVE., B-16 PICKENS, SC 29671, within eight (8) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors or within one (1) year from date of death, whichever is earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et seq.), or such persons shall be forever barred as to their claims. All claims are required to be presented in written statements on the prescribed form (FORM #371ES) indicating the name and address of the claimant, the basis of the claim, the amount claimed, the date when the claim will become due, the nature of any uncertainty as to the claim, and a description of any security as
Estate: David Wallace Haney
Date of Death: 03/04/2024
Courier Legal Notices 5-1-24
Man dies in officer-involved shooting at Easley Walmart
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By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — Authorities said a man died after being shot by at least one Easley Police Department officer following a disturbance at the Easley Walmart on Sunday evening.
Pickens County deputy coroner Tommy Page identified the man as Shawn Elrod, 33, of
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Welcome to the 40th annual Azalea Festival
When the Azaleas are blooming in Pickens, South Carolina, the little town celebrates!”
For over 40 years, Pickens has celebrated spring by throwing an arts and entertainment based and family-friendly celebration, the Pickens Azalea Festival.
Each April, the Azaleas bloom, artisans and crafters come out, and the community joins together to celebrate spring in the city of Pickens.
Celebrating is exactly what they do! Presented by the Pickens Azalea Festival Committee and hosted by area nonprofit and civic organizations, the Pickens Azalea Festival boasts the largest gathering of crafters, artisans and entertainers in the county, and quite possibly the Golden Corner!
The Azalea Festival is also somewhat of a large family reunion, giving people who have been away too long the chance to return and to visit with old friends and family. The streets are filled with local artists and crafters, exciting and varied food vendors and quaint little shops and eateries. Strolling downtown Pickens during the festival is certainly an exciting and fun-filled activity.
The festival gives those who have never visited an opportunity to experience this great area during one of the best times to explore and experience all Pickens County has to offer!
National, regional and local musical artists entertain, while local artisans and crafters inspire. Foodies will enjoy regional favorites, and the kids will laugh as they partake in the children’s ride area. Come browse one of the largest cruise-ins in the area and enjoy all that Pickens has to offer! For those who are interested in more physical activity, the annual Pickens Women’s Association 5k is held annually in conjunction with the Pickens Azalea Festival. History buffs will enjoy self-guided tours through historic Pickens or enjoy a short drive to the many historic places in and around Pickens County. There is something for everyone to enjoy each spring at the Pickens Azalea Festival.
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