County staff still discussing Helene lessons
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com COUNTY — Pickens County staff are continuing to discuss ways the county can better More »
Lions’ Williams captures second XC state championship
By Eric Sprott Courtesy The Journal sports@upstatetoday.com NEWBERRY — With roughly 900 meters to go in the final cross-country meet More »
This week in FOOTBALL FRENZY only in PICKENES COUNTY COURIER
Lions outlast Richland Northeast behind Conn’s big day; Liberty, Pickens and Easley season in reviews’ Clemson clobbers the Citadel; all this More »
Red Devils win inaugural Liberty Tip-Off tourney
By Bru Nimmons Staff Reporter bnimmons@thepccourier.com LIBERTY — Trailing 25-19 at halftime of its Liberty Tip-Off tournament championship game with More »
God loves unity
When we read, in Matthew 22:36-40, about our Lord being questioned by the Pharisees as to which is the greatest More »
Blue Ridge Bank opens new Pickens branch
PICKENS — Blue Ridge Bank recently held the grand opening of its new branch at 628 Ann St. in Pickens. More »
Courier Letters to the Editor 6-21-23
Thanks from Cold Springs
Dear Editor,
The friends and family of Cold Springs Missionary Baptist Church and Mrs. Loree Hightower would like to thank our community of Pickens, for all your love and support during our hot dog/ yard sale, and we look forward to serving you again.
Please look for our next announcement in the Pickens County Courier as we plan our next event to help in the renovation of God’s house. We are that little church setting on the hillside, where all are welcome and prayers are free! Please continue to help us let our light shine as it has
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The enigmatic tattoo
Polynesian cultures have adorned their bodies with artistic designs for centuries. The word tattoo comes from the Polynesian word “tatau.”
During the 1700s, Capt. Cook’s exploration of the Pacific revealed this unique art form to sailors. The tattoos separated the seamen from the landlubbers and served as a protective charm. A tattoo of an anchor indicated the sailor had crossed the Atlantic, while a compass or nautical
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God did that
Within the unlimited amount of evidence to prove that God is real and the Creator of all things, there is no greater example than the sun, Earth and moon.
The average person does not wake up in the morning and rush to the window to see if the sun is going to rise, or if the Earth is being drawn into a black hole. Neither would anyone jump up and down just to make sure the levels of gravity did not change during the night or if the oxygen,
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Courier Obituaries 6-21-23
BERNARD GEORGE ‘BERNIE’ KEHOE JR.
PICKENS — Bernard George “Bernie” Kehoe Jr., 53, passed away on June 14, 2023, at North Greenville Hospital in Travelers Rest.
Born Feb. 14, 1970, in Malden, Mass., Bernard was the son of the late Bernard George Kehoe and Mary J. Tilt Kehoe. Mr. Kehoe enjoyed fishing with his sons, shopping and thrifting, and fixing things.
Survivors include his sons, Bernard George Kehoe III “Buddy” (Ashley) of Franklin, N.H., and Brian Douglas Kehoe (Amber) of Northfield,
Southern Appalachian Mountain dialect: Purt nigh gone?
Revisiting the regional history of the English language
By Dr. Thomas Cloer, Jr.
Special to The Courier
The Southern Appalachian Mountain dialect is a topic of interest for people in our area. There are those questioning whether or not it still 
exists.
The writer wishes to deal with this question by carefully examining past and current Southern Appalachian language. Three main areas of emphasis will be explored: (1) Do any archaic English words, used by early immigrants in Southern Appalachia, still occur in our language in an age of Modern English? (2) Does any of
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Rabbit show set for Saturday at the Hagood Mill
PICKENS — Flint Fire United Rabbit Rebels will be hosting a rabbit show at the histoic Hagood Mill this Saturday.
Flint Fire United Rabbit Rebels is a local American Rabbit Breeders Association Club that is partnering with 4-H to hold a Rabbit Showmanship Clinic and a single rabbit show.
The event is taking place to provide a learning opportunity for youth in preparation for the American Rabbit Breeders Association convention this fall in Louisville, Ky.
The clinic will begin at 4 p.m., with the show starting at 6 p.m.
SCDNR to conduct courtesy boat inspections during July 4 holiday
STATE — In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during the July 4 holiday and preceding weekend, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Law Enforcement Division will be conducting courtesy boat inspections at public boat landings around the state.
The July 4 holiday is one of the busiest boating times of the year for South Carolina lakes and waterways, and officers want to do everything possible to keep everyone’s weekend fun and safe.
SCDNR boating safety and enforcement officers will perform quick but thorough inspections for required safety equipment and proper boat and motor registrations. Those who are not in compliance with safety regulations or registration requirements will not be ticketed during the complimentary inspections. Instead, they will be given an opportunity to correct the problem before they launch their boat. SCDNR officers will also be available to answer questions and give boaters tips on how to stay safe on the water. The boating inspections will be conducted July 1, 2 and 4.
To report boating violations such as reckless operation or an intoxicated boat operator, call the SCDNR toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-922-5431 or dial #DNR on your cellular phone.
For a copy of South Carolina’s boating regulations, to find out about local boating safety courses or to obtain a free float plan form, contact the SCDNR boating safety office at 1-800-277-4301 or visit dnr.sc.gov/education/boated.html.
Saturday, July 1:
- Pickens County: Twin Lakes landing, Lake Hartwell, 10 a.m.-noon.
Sunday, July 2:
- Oconee County: South Cove County Park landing, Lake Keowee, 10 a.m.-noon
Tuesday, July 4:
- Oconee County: Devils Fork State Park landing, Lake Jocassee, 8-10 a.m.
Courier Trespass Notices 6-21-23
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
