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Save A Lot gives back to Pickens

Save A Lot gives back to Pickens

PICKENS — With the help and generosity of its valued customers, the Save A Lot store in Pickens has donated More »

County elections official recognized for excellence

County elections official recognized for excellence

By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com COUNTY — Pickens County’s election analyst was recently recognized by a stateorganization for going More »

Devils cruise to region win over Blacksburg

Devils cruise to region win over Blacksburg

By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com LIBERTY — Coming off a heartbreaking loss to Landrum, the third-ranked Liberty High School More »

 

Christ is interceding on your behalf today

Some individuals are healthier than others, but the uncomfortable facts reveal the human body is generally frail and vulnerable. I occasionally joke around with my Son-in-law about him being from another planet because he claims he’s never been sick, however, like the rest of us, there will come a day when something will go wrong. As a minister, I’ve seen my share of sickness and pain and

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Letters to the Editor 5-8-24

Primary voting notes

Dear Editor,

I read the official “Notice of Elections” from the Registration and Election department in the Pickens Courier a couple of weeks ago. A lot of fine print there.

A few points to keep in mind. June 11 is a primary election. There is a Democrat ballot and a Republican ballot. When you go to vote the poll managers will ask, which primary do you want to

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Courier Obituaries 5-8-24

DONNA GUY

PICKENS — Donna Guy, 78, of Pickens, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

Donna was born in Burlington, Vermont to the late George and Alice Hutchby. She was raised atNazareth Orphanage in Raleigh, N.C. She graduated from Cardinal Gibbons High School. During her working life, she was an insurance agent at Nationwide and a dedicated caregiver. She was an avid reader and especially enjoyed medical mysteries and inspirational books. She loved to bake pound cake and cookies and enjoyed baking for all of her friends, family and for anyone who made a difference in her life. Donna was kind hearted and generous. She

Wave advance to district finals

By Eugene Jolley
Courier Sports
news@thepccourier.com

EASLEY — The Easley baseball team is now just one win away from a berth in the 4A Upperstate championship series following a 5-3 win over Indian Land Friday.

Easley (24-4) scored five runs in the second inning and three pitchers secured the win in the winner’s bracket game.

Easley now only needs one win, while

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Lions drop Panthers to advance to Upper State

By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com

CENTRAL — After cruising through their first two playoff games, the Daniel girls’ soccer team was in serious danger on Saturday morning against Chapman, when two Panther attackers raced toward the Lions’ goal in the

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Daniel tennis falls in state title match

By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com

CENTRAL — The winner of the last two Class 3A Upper State championships, the Daniel High School boys’ tennis team took on Clinton on Wednesday looking for a three-peat.

The Lions accomplished their goal, downing the Red Devils 5-1 in a showcase of their depth and talent as they advanced to this weekend’s State championship.

“It’s all about the guys,” Daniel head coach Jon

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Green Wave girls survive Airport, fall in round two

By Bru Nimmons
Sports Editor
bnimmons@thepccourier.com

EASLEY — Having played over 100 minutes in round one of the Class 4A girls soccer playoffs, Easley’s Anna Huntyr Hemphill looked like she was finally going to put away Airport as she took an open shot on goal with under two minutes to go in the final sudden death overtime period.

Instead, Airport goalkeeper Layla

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Lady Lions win region track championship

CENTRAL — For the first time since 2019, the Daniel girls track secured a region championship as they brought home the Region 1-3A title last week. The win was even more impressive as the Lady Lions had to take down three-time defending state champion Seneca for

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Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive planned for Saturday

COUNTY — This Saturday, May 11, will mark the 32nd anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving — the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Letter carriers walk through the community every day, often coming face to face with a sad reality for too many — hunger.

So, each year on the second Saturday in May, letter carriers across the country collect nonperishable food donations from customers. The donations go directly to

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Community Calendar 5-8-24

• AnMed Rhythm Fest moved to May 19

Connect Powdersville as annouced the AnMed Rhythm on the River music festival will be now be held on one May 19. The Event was set for last Saturday, but the the threat of severe weather conditions, including lightning.
The festival will be from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. The new date allows the group to deliver a safe, exceptional and memorable event of sponsors, vendors, and attendees expect and deserve.
Please continue to check our social pages for further updates.

• Legion Post 52 to meet on 4th Tuesday

American Legion Post 52 officials invite all military veterans to join them in Easley. Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Post building at 310 Pope Field Road in Easley.

• Dillard/Hillcrest to restart H.O.P.E.

Dillard Memorial Funeral Home and Hillcrest