Roper: Trump rally chance for agencies to work together
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
PICKENS — Former President Donald Trump’s campaign rally in Pickens earlier this month was an opportunity for the county government to show off how well it collaborates with other agencies, according to county administrator Ken Roper.
The rally attracted tens of thousands of people to Pickens to see Trump, with attendees starting to line up in the early-morning hours to grab a good spot to see the former president speak that afternoon.
Roper discussed the rally during county council’s July 10 meeting.
“An event happened in Pickens County on July 1,” he said. “You may have heard about it. That event was, despite what your political leanings are, despite who you
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New bluegrass festival this weekend
PICKENS — It’s been a very busy month in Pickens County, kicked off by the city’s annual 4th of July celebration, complete with presidentialrally and at least 50,000 in attendance.
Wilson Pickins Promotions, along with the Hagood Historic Mill Site, generous investors and sponsors, are
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Know what’s opinionation and what ain’t
After reading Dr. Cloer’s stories on the Appalachian dialect a couple weeks ago, my inner Scots-Irish, long buried in my subconscious, re-emerged, and before I knowed it, I was writin’ thataway. My ancestors come down the Great Wagon Road, like many of y’all’s, before heading out to Tennessee and Arkansas. This story has nothin’ to do with that, but that’s how come it come out like this. I’ll be back to normal next week — I thank. So here goes:
It was purt nigh 33 yars ago this summer, I reckon, when me and a feller name Mike Gallagher was out in the woods ep above Wahaller ookin’ to talk to a feller who’d done clumb up a tree to protest the gov’ment fixin’ to cut down way too many trees, accordin’ to his figgerin’.
Now, I didn’t know Mike Gallagher from Adam’s housecat and still don’t, ‘cept I hear him once’t
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And then there were none
The first book to be banned in America was written by Thomas Morton, an English businessman, entrepreneur, lawyer and poet, who arrived in the colonies in 1624 with a boatload of Puritans. He settled in what is now Quincy, Mass.
Morton, considered a “dandy,” adapted to his new surroundings and founded the Merrymount
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Do others respect your relationship with God?
The Christian and the non-Christian are supposed to be different. In fact, so different, the Bible says that once a person becomes spiritually transformed, they become an entirely new creation. This includes the potential for their minds to be renewed into a way of thinking that is much more in line with God than the natural world.
The born-again followers of Christ are considered His disciples, while those who have not yet had this spiritual experience remain in bondage, serving the dark side within their default
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Back-to-School
5 savvy tips for a smooth transition
Balancing schedules, supplies shopping, meal planning and more can make the back-to-school season one of the most hectic times of the year. Keeping stress at bay may be a little easier when you put a plan in place the entire family can follow.
Remember, making the transition as smooth as possible requires a team effort. Help make a new academic year easier on your little ones (and yourself) with these hacks.
Start Your Routines
Getting your kids into their school day routines may be a massive undertaking, but it’s often helpful to start weeks before the first bell rings. Set those alarms and encourage kiddos to treat each morning as if they’re going to class. In the evenings, practice prepping backpacks and outfits just as you would during the school year, and ensure children are going to sleep at the times they should on school nights.
Simplify School Lunches
Prepping lunchboxes to send to school doesn’t need to be a time-consuming affair. In fact, it can be one of the easiest parts of your routine with prepackaged options that help make packing lunches a breeze. Seek out solutions that help simplify the process, like string cheese, yogurt, school-safe nut butter snacks and granola bars.
Prep the Night Before
Stressful mornings can lead to less productive days. Instead, simplify mornings as much as possible by packing backpacks, prepping lunches and planning outfits in the evenings to save yourself time once that alarm goes off. Plus, you may be less likely to forget essentials like homework assignments or permission slips when you’re not in a rush.
Serve Nutritional After-School Snacks
Skip the temptation to stock the pantry with sugary grab-and-go treats. Instead, encourage good nutritional choices for your children after a day of learning by offering them healthier snacking solutions. For example, pairing cottage cheese with crackers or fresh fruit provides a protein punch without the added sugar of less healthy snack choices to keep little tummies full until it’s time for a family meal.
Create a Family Calendar
The school year certainly isn’t the only time that calendars feel like they’re bursting at the seams, but the addition of after-school activities, field trips, parent-teacher conferences and more can be overwhelming if you’re not prepared. Find a scheduling solution that works for your family, whether it’s a dry-erase board in a mudroom or magnetic calendar on the fridge. Stay on top of upcoming events and activities by sitting down together once a week (or more) to write down everyone’s commitments and track important dates.
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What parents can do to be more involved
Parents can make every effort to encourage children to make the most of the school experience, including academics and extracurricular activities. Though students’ level of engagement is ultimately up to them, parental involvement at school can be crucial for students’ success.
According to the National Education Council, when parents get involved in their children’s education, those children are more likely to do
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Scout Troop 51 enjoy summer camp
Members of Scout Troop 51 recently had a great week at summer camp at Camp Old Indian. They completed 22 merit badges and started on many more. First-year Scouts completed the Pathfinder program to gain basic Scouting skills.
Member of the month
GG’s Embroidery, located at 135 W. Main St. in Pickens, was recently named as the Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce member of the month. GG’s Embroidery is open Tuesdays 1-6 p.m., Wednesday through Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. GG’s Embroidery is a unique shop filled with home décor, baby and children clothing and more. The store offers special embroidery and monogramming for all sorts of items. Visit ggsembroidery.company.site or Facebook search GGsEmbroideryPickens for more information, class schedule, specials and deals. Pictured, from left, are Emma Lum, Rachael Lum and Kathy Lum.
Mavis open in Pickens
Mavis Tire and Brakes held its grand opening recently in Pickens. The new tire shop, located beside Burger King on U.S. Highway 178, is excited to be in Pickens, and the staff is looking forward to seeing business continue to grow. Pictured, from left, are assistant manager Abe Santiago, Pickens Mayor Fletcher Perry, store manager Everett Monath, assistant manager Chris Dryman, assistant manager Justin Coates, and Pickens City Councilwoman Lois Porter.