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Frankenmuth Insurance names Byars Agency Diamond Achiever
EASLEY — R. Carl Byars Agency Inc. has been named South Carolina’s 2022 Diamond Achiever by Frankenmuth Insurance, a multi-state super-regional insurance carrier based in Frankenmuth, Mich.
The annual Diamond Achiever awards are presented to the highest-performing agencies based on set criteria, including length of appointment, profitability, growth and policy retention.
“It is an honor to present R. Carl Byars Agency’s management team and staff with our
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Stovall speaks to Rotary
Miss Easley 2023 Alli Stovall had the pleasure of speaking at the Easley Rotary Club on May 9. Stovall lives in Charleston, where she attends Charleston Southern University. She has been a great representative pf Easley after being crowned in November 2022. She started her own nonprofit organization, “Armor Of Knowledge,” helping youth understand areas of life and knowing their self worth. She also wrote her first book “Seeing Red,” which will be on sale soon. Stovall will compete this June 20-24 for the title of Miss South Carolina at the Township Auditorium in Columbia.
Fleet Reserve helps with fishing rodeo
Eight shipmates from Fleet Reserve Branch 015 assisted at the DNR Youth Fishing Rodeo on May 13 at the Piedmont Tree Nursery. Chick-fil-A donated 300 chicken sandwiches. Cans of soda, bags of chips and ice cream sandwiches were donated from other sources. FRA members assembled the meals so they were ready for the young people and their parents when they were done fishing. Above left is a photo of the prizes awarded. Above right, president-elect Larry Jones assembles a meal. Not pictured, but also participating, were Harvey Spencer, board member Tom Smith, chaplain Doug Olson, current president Clyde Albertson, retired Navy Captain, Nurse Corps, Lena Jones and secretary-treasurer Jim Jones.
Community Calendar 6-7-23
• Veterans invited to American Legion
Veterans in the Liberty area are invited to the next meeting of American Legion Post 67 in Liberty. The Legion meets on the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Scout Hut, circle off North Palmetto Street. All veterans are invited.
• Car show set to benefit K-9 unit
A car show fundraiser will be held for the Pickens Police Department’s K-9 unit at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 10, at Market at the Mill. All cars
DAR holds annual Students Awards Day
COUNTY — The Fort Prince George Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) gave out 11 awards to Pickens County students at its annual Student Awards Day.
More than 60 family members and friends of the award winners joined the chapter for the ceremony. East End Elementary fifth-grader Ava
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Pickens County Community Calendar 5-31-23
• Veterans invited to American Legion
Veterans in the Liberty area are invited to the next meeting of American Legion Post 67 in Liberty. The Legion meets on the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Scout Hut, circle off North Palmetto Street. All veterans are invited.
• Nix reunion set for Sunday at Northside
The descendants of Ulysses and Lou Annie Monroe Nix will gather for the annual Nix reunion this Sunday, June 4.
The reunion is set to be held at Northside Baptist Church, located at 421 Sangamo Road in Pickens. Lunch will be at 1 p.m.
Plates, cups and ice will be furnished, and family members are asked to bring covered dishes, desserts and drinks.
Memorial Day service planned May 30 in downtown Six Mile
SIX MILE — The town of Six Mile, along with Fleet Reserve Branch #15 and the Pickens County Veterans Council, will hold traditional Memorial Day services in downtown Six Mile on Tuesday, May 30, to remember those who have sacrificed their lives in the line of service and to honor those who have served their country.
The day’s events will begin outside Six Mile Town Hall by placing the American flag at half-staff at 8 a.m. A traditional service will be held at 11:45 a.m. outside Six Mile Town Hall, including the pledge, invocation and remarks to honor all who gave their lives in service to the United States. This includes Pickens County’s four Medal of Honor recipients — all of whom were from the Six Mile area, making it the most per capita in the United States. A wreath presentation and flag ceremony will be followed by the playing of taps, and the closing will take place afterward.
The Fleet Reserve Association represents a community of the Sea Services — the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard personnel. FRA’s guiding principles are loyalty, protection and service to their shipmates.
The Pickens County Veterans Council (PCVC) is an organization consisting of representatives of recognized veterans’ groups and organizations in Pickens County. PCVC supports recognized veterans service organizations in the county and assists in communication, coordination, and execution of veterans related activities and patriotic events.
Harden Scholar
The scholarship committee of the Cannon Memorial Hospital Auxiliary recently announced Jacob Charles Santeler as the winner of the 2023 Dr. John Harden Scholarship. Santeler is a senior at Pickens High School and is involved in his school and community. Santeler joined the Boy Scouts in 2016. He set a goal for himself to achieve Eagle Scout, and in August 2021, he achieved that goal. Santeler will be attending the Citadel in the fall, where he will be majoring in nursing. He also plans to commission in the United States Air Force as a pararescue officer. Santeler exhibits excellence in academics, attitude and achievements, and the scholarship committee wishes to congratulate Santeler and wish him much success in his health care and United States Air Force career.
Winner honored
The Charles F. Rogers Scholarship committee recently announced Pickens High School senior Katherine Sanchez as the 2023 selection for the Charles F. Rogers Scholarship Award. Sanchez will receive a $1,000 scholarship to put toward her college education. “Congratulations to Katherine for representing our basketball program and for her perseverance to achieve success on and off the court,” the committee said.
Community Calendar 5-24-23
• Nix reunion set for June 4 at Northside
The descendants of Ulysses and Lou Annie Monroe Nix will gather for the annual Nix reunion early next month.
The reunion, set for Sunday, June 4, is set to be held at Northside Baptist Church, located at 421 Sangamo Road in Pickens. Lunch will be at 1
