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Courier Community Calendar 2-12-25
• SMEC set to host annual oyster roast
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church will host its annual oyster roast from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at 1200 Powdersville Road in Easley. Proceeds from the event benefit multiple charitable organizations in Pickens County. Attendees will be able to enjoy all-you-can-eat oysters, Brunswick stew, sides, and beverages (photo ID required). If oysters aren’t your favorite, the event offers many additional food options. Tickets are $45 for adults, $10 for children 6-11, and free for children 5 and under. Rain or shine, oyster-shucking takes place outdoors, so attendees should dress accordingly. Please also bring personal oyster knives and gloves.Tickets are available for purchase by mail or at the church office, and order forms are available at
Lady Lions take down Greer to stay unbeaten in Region 2-4A
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
CENTRAL — Looking to stay unbeaten in Region 2-4A, the Daniel High School girls’ basketball team hosted Greer on Tuesday night.
The Lions set the tone on the glass early and used a big third quarter to move to 6-0 in region play with a 61-47 win.
All told, the Lions out-rebounded Greer 48-31 on the night with an impressive 28 offensive rebounds, often taking advantage with second-chance points.
“I’m really happy with the effort,” Daniel head coach Cosandar Griffin said of the Lions strong
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Make mouths water at your ‘Big Game’ party
When hosting a Big Game party, it’s easy to assume the focus would be on the score or the award-winning commercials, but it’s actually a great reason to indulge in flavor-filled bites. When the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles face off this Sunday with the Lombardi Trophy on the line, let your guests obsess over the game while you serve up ooey-gooey dips, saucy wings and football-themed desserts that can keep them happily glued to their seats.
Dip into delicious. No watch-party menu is complete without a cheesy dip. This over the top dip brings
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Hiott announces retirement, endorses Counts for ‘26 election
PICKENS — South Carolina House of Representatives Majority Leader and District 4 Representative Davey Hiott announced his decision to retire at the end of his current term on Monday, concluding a distinguished career in public service that has spanned over 20 years.
Representative Hiott expressed his gratitude to the citizens of District 4 for their unwavering support throughout his tenure.
“Serving the people of District 4 has been the honor of a lifetime,” said Hiott. “Together, we’ve achieved so many great things: protecting the unborn, strengthening Second Amendment rights, and making
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Green Wave comeback comes up short against Greenwood
By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com
EASLEY — Jumping out to an early 17-7 lead, the Easley High School boys’ basketball team looked to be well on their way to another Top 10 victory against ninth-ranked Greenwood on Friday night.
However, foul trouble for Easley sophomore forward R.J. Stack slowed the Wave and allowed Greenwood’s CJ Terrell to get going, leading the Eagles to roll on a 31-9 run into the second half. Despite a ferocious comeback attempt led by senior Ethan Crews, the run was too much for Easley to
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Freedom to Read event sees large turnout
CENTRAL — Efforts to limit books that schools and libraries may include took center stage on 
Saturday, Jan. 25 at the Central-Clemson Library. Ninety Oconee and Pickens Counties residents gathered at the library to hear Josh Malkin, Advocacy Director, ACLU of South Carolina, SC. Malkin’s talk ranged from
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