This WEEK in FOOTBALL FRENZY
Green Wave lose homecoming heartbreaker to Mauldin; Daniel shuts out Travelers Rest; Devils to open region play; Pickens to return More »
Soup kitchen celebrates two decades of service
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com EASLEY — For more than two decades, an organization in Easley has provided hot More »
Lions win county golf tournament
By Bru Nimmons Sports Editor bnimmons@thepccourier.com PICKENS — For the first time in more than 10 years, The Rock Golf More »
Local residents, businesses provide aid to neighbors, WNC after Helene
By Jason Evans Staff Reporter jevans@thepccourier.com COUNTY — Following the destruction wrought by Hurricane Helene, many people in the Pickens More »
This WEEK in FOOTBALL FRENZY
Swinney becomes ACC’s winningest coach in road victory over FSU; Wave announce 2024 Hall of Fame class and Red Devils More »
Easley group donates ‘Tommy Moose’ toys for kids in need
EASLEY — On Jan 29, the Easley Moose Lodge and Easley Women of the Moose, came together with several community members and local businesses in the spirit of past president Don Harbin and donated “Tommy Moose” stuffed animals to Easley, Pickens and
Pickens County emergency responders.
“Tommy Moose” is a community service program that gives support and care to traumatized children in the event of an emergency situation. Officials gave many heartfelt thanks to Steddy’s, Taco Taco, Ironhorse Steamers, Tip Top Cake Shop, Butterbeans, The Hideout, the Main Street Pub, South Greenville Moose Lodge and the many members of the Easley Moose Lodge for contributing to the cause.
“It’s when a community comes together and supports each other that makes Pickens County a true gem that stands out and shines above all the rest,” a news release said.
Community Calendar
• Quilt of Valor set to go to Bob Cirkus
On Thursday, Feb. 10, immediately following the daily playing of the national anthem at noon, Robert “Bob” Cirkus will be honored with a presentation from Quilts of Valor.
Cirkus served 13 months in Vietnam from 1966 to 1967 as a turret mechanic and member of the 25th Infantry Division.
Since 2003, Cirkus has sold military and veterans support items as a fundraiser for the National Guard Family Readiness group.
Upon relocating to Pickens from New Jersey, Cirkus set up his fundraising tables at the Market at the Mill, located ta 225 Pumpkintown Highway in Pickens.
Immediately following the Quilts of Valor presentation, Cirkus will be presenting his fundraising proceeds to a member of FRG (Family Readiness Group) to benefit families of deployed National Guard members.
• CRMHA Train Expo set for Feb. 18-19
The Central Railway Model and Historical Association will hold its annual train expo on Friday, Feb. 18, and Saturday, Feb. 19. The expo will run from noon-6 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at the Impact Center at Rock Springs Baptist Church, located at 207 Rock Springs Road in Easley.
Admission is $8 for adults, good for both days. Children under 10 will be admitted free. The event will offer trains of all sizes, operating layouts, dealers, a kids’ zone and more. For more information, visit crmha.org.
• Local friends and newcomers to meet
The Tri-County Friends and Newcomers will meet the second Monday of each month through April 2022. The group has a new meeting location in the Powdersville Branch Library off S.C. Highway 81. Social time is 10 a.m. Business meeting is at 10:30 a.m.
This month’s meeting, set for Feb. 14, will feature guest speaker Ashley Williams, public information officer for the Easley Police Department. Lunch will follow the meeting.
For more information, contact Barbara Cunningham at (864) 855-9570.
Light and easy sweet nothings
By Olivia Fowler
For the Courier
ofowler@thepccourier.com
Sometimes you crave something sweet.
And when that happens, it’s nice to have an alternative to thick and gooey.
These cookies are easy recipes without a lot of prep time.
And the results are light, delicate treats that will reduce your sugar guilt. So bake and enjoy with a guilt-free conscience.
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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,
Courier Notice to Crfeditors 2-9-22
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES
All persons having claims against the following estates MUST file their claims on Form #371ES with the Probate Court of PICKENS COUNTY, the address of which is 222 MCDANIEL AVE., B-16 PICKENS, SC 29671, within eight (8) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors or within one (1) year from date of death, whichever is earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et seq.), or such persons shall be forever barred as to their claims. All claims are required
Courier Legal Notices 2-9-21
SUMMONS
STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF PICKENS
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
Case No.: 2021-CP-39-01260
Kelsea Alyse Bell, Plaintiff, vs. Travis Earl Newman, Defendant.
TO THE DEFENDANTS ABOVE NAMED:
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to answer the Complaint herein, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer to the Complaint upon the subscriber at his office at 502 North A. Street, Easley, South Carolina 29640, within thirty (30) days of the date of service
SLED: Former deputy tased person 17 times
Man facing assault, misconduct charges
By Jason Evans
Staff Reporter
jevans@thepccourier.com
COUNTY — A former Pickens County Sheriff’s Office deputy was arrested last week after being accused of tasing a person 17 times last year.
James William Trotter is charged with two counts of misconduct in office and second-degree assault and battery, according to
a release from South Carolina Law Enforcement Division spokesman Ryan
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Old Arial Mill set to be converted into apartment complex
EASLEY — A Greenville holdings firm has sold a historic plant in Pickens County, with a developer planning to convert the property into lofted apartments along the Doodle Trail.
Alice Company announced it sold the Arial Mill plant in a “joint venture led by Farpoint Development” for $2.6 million in a release last week. The plant sits on 19.2 acres on Rice Road in Easley and was operated by Alice Manufacturing for 85 years starting in 1929 — 75 of those as a textile mill and 10 years as a
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