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Karen Owens from Easley says, “For Friday and Saturday nights, I don’t really have any kind of fun or activities because I am unemployed right now.”
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Joe Toppe Staff Writer
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Summer Science Camp at Pickens Middle School
PICKENS — Summer Science Camp at Pickens Middle School Pickens Middle School is hosting its annual Summer Science Camp from June 24 through 28. The camp is open to all rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders. It will be held on the middle school’s new campus, at the site of the old Pickens High School, from 9 a.m. until noon each day. Campers will have a chance to learn about many different science disciplines including anatomy, astronomy, chemistr...
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All-Region Soccer team named for 1-AAAA
Below is the Boys 1-AAAA All-Region Soccer Team Easley Drew Kaisner John Derek Parsons Greenwood Tyler Hedrick Matthew McManis* Landon Uldrick* Aidan Warner Hillcrest Gabe Webb JL Mann Christian Calloway James Campbell* Keaton Hinze Aubrey Jones Tyler Rider Nicky Watson* Laurens Esgar Diaz Alberto Martinez TL Hanna Johnny Landis Tim Mullane* Warner Roberts Westside Israel Rincon Woodmont ...
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Jack and Sarah Childress, two sales ticket winners with Reedy, the Greenville Drive mascot.
Pickens Rec. Report
PICKENS — Our Diamond Day celebration was a tremendous success! By all accounts, the forecast for Saturday was a 50/50 chance of rain but we were able to complete the entire day’s festivities. The dunking booth volunteers definitely stole the show. The kids had a great time dunking their favorite coach! We want to thank all of our friends, relatives and visiting teams from Honea Path, Wren, Iva, Liberty, Dacusville and Greenville County who c...
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Locally grown, locally made
Six Mile’s first farmers market opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony, followed by a welcome from the mayor and introduction of special guests congratulating the city Six Mile on their farmers market last week. SC Rep. B.J. Skelton, Clemson Chamber of Commerce President David Lane and Six Mile Councilman James Atkinson were among those who spoke at the ceremony. The market was held indoors at the former Six Mile Fire Department and 12 of ...
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Deborah Brock receives Medallion for Instructional Excellence
PENDLETON —- Deborah Brock, medical laboratory technology instructor and faculty liaison for professional development at Tri-County Technical College, was honored May 10 with the highest award presented to the faculty. She received the Presidential Medallion for Instructional Excellence at the College’s spring commencement. Dr. Ronnie L. Booth, president, presented the medallion to the Anderson resident. The medallion is presented each year...
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Dixie Softball Report
Dixie Darlings Pickens #1 9, Easley Carolina Girls 3 —Jaslin Brooks hit a double and Lupita Reyes had a pair of singles to lead Easley. Easley Carolina Girls 19, Wren 11 — Madison Johnson, Anna James, Jaslin Brooks and Savannah Hall each went 4-for-4 to power Easley to the win. Madison Johnson hit a triple for Easley and Sydney Looper was 3-for-3. Dixie Angels Pickens #2 4, Easley Slammers 0 — Hannah Grace Bryson had nine strikeouts i...
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Patrol officer Justin Stegall of the Easley Police Department knew that a career in uniform was something that he always wanted to do.
Easley Police Officer of the Week
EASLEY – Patrol officer Justin Stegall of the Easley Police Department knew that a career in uniform was something that he always wanted to do. “I have lived in Easley my entire life,”Stegall said. “Nothing would have given me more happiness than being able to serve this community and keep my hometown safe.” Stegall is a lifelong resident of Pickens County and is a 2005 graduate of Easley High School where he played on the football team. ...
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Hart, Parker sign letters of intent
PICKENS COUNTY—Two Pickens High seniors will soon be looking to perfect their individual crafts at the next level. Amber Hart and Jeremiah Parker signed letters to continue their athletic careers at Sierra Nevada College and Limestone College respectively. Parker signs on with the wrestling team, hoping to continue the momentum from his 40 win season in 2013, while Hart plans to join a nationally recognized snowboard team next season. “...
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Easley golf takes third at state
GREENVILLE—The Easley High golf team’s effort to defend its state title fell just short on Tuesday afternoon at Furman University. The Green Wave completed 56 holes with a stroke total of 930, securing a third place finish in the state championship tournament. Easley was just eight strokes off the lead, as South Aiken claimed the South Carolina High School League Class AAAA championship with a team score of 922. Boiling Springs took sec...
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Pickens County Relay for Life set Friday
PICKENS COUNTY — Pickens County Relay for Life is set for Fridayat the Old Liberty High School Football Stadium. Events are listed below. A survivor drop-in dinner: 5:30 p.m. Survivors and a care-giver are invited to the dinner to honor them prior to the Survivor lap and kickoff of the evening’s Relay events Opening Ceremony: Time 7 p.m. The Opening Ceremony brings everyone together for a high-energy event kickoff to celebrate the lives...
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The Pickens Revitalization Association has now been officially accredited as a National Main Street Program by the National Main Street Center and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
PRA nationally recognized
PICKENS – The Pickens Revitalization Association has now been officially accredited as a National Main Street Program by the National Main Street Center and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. “The PRA is very proud to have received this recognition,” said PRA Executive Director Allison Fowler. “It will enable us to continue our efforts in the revitalization of downtown Pickens.” The PRA is annually evaluated by Main Street Sout...
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City officials, water plant operators, and water maintenance workers attended the ribbon cutting ceremony. “We are dedicating the water plant and thanking all of the community leaders, professional staff, financial advisors, and employees that worked so hard on this project for many years to get to this point,” said City Administrator Katherine Brackett. “Having a reliable and modern water treatment facility is crucial for the growth of Pickens. This was a successful project that even came in under budget which allowed a few extra improvements to be made.“
Ribbon cutting ceremony commemorates water plant upgrade
City officials, water plant operators, and water maintenance workers attended the ribbon cutting ceremony. “We are dedicating the water plant and thanking all of the community leaders, professional staff, financial advisers, and employees that worked so hard on this project for many years to get to this point,” said City Administrator Katherine Brackett. “Having a reliable and modern water treatment facility is crucial for the growth of Pic...
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BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation
The celebrity course rotations for next week’s BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by SYNNEX Corporation golf tournament were announced last week along with new celebrity commitments. John O’Hurley will join the list of celebrities for the 2013 tournament. John O’Hurley has hosted numerous television shows, including Family Feud and The National Dog Show presented by Purina. He’s also known for the role of J. Peterman on the NBC sitcom Seinfeld ...
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Lexie Dumas gives her horse Laci a birthday kiss.
Horse riding camps offer more than animal handling skills
PICKENS — Laci, the 6-year-old horse got an extra two of her years mostly because Lexie Dumas and Cathy Childers took her in. Dumas, a 12-year-old student at Pickens Middle School and Childers, founder of Mounted Ministries and Hallelujah Horse Camps north of Pickens, get lessons in life, spirituality and love. Laci was about 4 years old when Childers got a call to her horse rescue operation that she now operates on Porter Road. “She wa...
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Dacusville mother accused of killing children
PICKENS COUNTY—Two children are dead and an adult remains in life-threatening condition after a shooting early Tuesday morning in Dacusville. Pickens County Sheriff’s Office officials say Suzanna Brown Simpson, 34, opened fire on her family, including her two young children. The three gunshot victims Sawyer Russell Simpson, 5, Carly Ashelyn Simpson, 7, and Michael John Simpson, 34, were found after police responded to a wreck near the hom...
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Two dead, one in critical condition after Dacusville shooting
PICKENS COUNTY—Police say two are dead and one remains in life-threatening condition after a shooting early Tuesday morning in Dacusville. Pickens County Sheriff’s Office officials say the three gunshot victims were found after police responded to a wreck shortly after 6 a.m. A press conference will be held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday to provide more details. “A little bit after 6 a.m. (Tuesday) morning there was a report of a car accident on ...
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Newly formed Civitas Media names CFO
DAVIDSON, N.C. — Jeff D. Sherman has been appointed as the first Chief Financial Officer of the newly formed Civitas Media, it was announced May 1 by CEO and President Michael C. Bush. Civitas Media is the parent company of The Union Daily Times. The appointment was effective April 22. Bush said Sherman is a detail-oriented, results driven professional who understands how important it is to provide great customer service. “We are please...
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Yard sale canceled
The yard sale to benefit Wren Middle School Jr. Beta Club Saturday, May 18 in the Wren High School parking lot has been canceled due to scheduling problems.
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