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The Pickens County Chronicle is a locally owned and operated newspaper in Pickens County, South Carolina publishing local news, feature stories, history, tourism, outdoor recreation, and more

The Pickens County Chronicle has reached more than 12,000 readers this year

Read more than 850 stories free inside

Advertise and support Pickens County journalism

Thank you for supporting local journalism that supports our communities in Pickens County
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Clemson to host Light the Lake on July 3 to celebrate Independence Day

 

Light The Lake is back in 2025, on Thursday, July 3! Get ready for a breathtaking fireworks show over Lake Hartwell. 

 


Click here to view more than 100 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle from last year's Light the Lake Fireworks Over Lake Hartwell