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Local News in Pickens County

Read a variety of local news stories in 2024, including about our cities and towns and county, festivals and other events around Pickens County, our military veterans, law enforcement, the School District of Pickens County, Clemson University, Southern Wesleyan University, Pickens County 250, non-profit organizations, local music, sports-related news, and more.

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Clemson students to build home and hope during homecoming celebrations: 31st annual Habitat for Humanity Build showcases youth leadership and community spirit

Clemson University to host 9/11 Remembrance Stair Climb in Memorial Stadium

Scenes from the Dacusville Farm Show: View 25 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle from the event, held Labor Day weekend.

Celebrate Constitution Week and Bells Across America on Pickens County Courthouse lawn

More details on Upstate Field of Honor in Dacusville: Opening ceremony to be held Saturday, August 31

Sharon Martin is named Vice President for Marketing and Communications at Clemson University

Helping Hands of Clemson celebrates 40th anniversary, 40 years of caring for children and teens

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Dacusville Farm Show will be held Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1

Pickens County schools outperform the state in performance results

Greater Vision brings Gospel music to the Pickens Amphitheater. View The Pickens County Chronicle's photos from the event.

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Acclaimed novelist, poet, and short story writer Ron Rash visits the Central-Clemson library for book signing and to discuss his latest novel, The Caretaker. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story and listen to audio from the event.

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The City of Pickens' water tower is restored. View The Pickens County Chronicle's photos as the water tower was painted and after the restoration.

Ms. Wheelchair South Carolina Kathryn Hicks, of Six Mile, will compete in the Ms. Wheelchair America competition this month, with the crowning on August 24. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story on Kathryn.

Opening reception for Plein Air Painters Carolina art exhibit is September 7 at Pickens County Museum of Art & History, exhibit will run through September 28

Pickens County Museum of Art & History and The Hiding Place present Safe Spaces: A Survivor Art Showcase, sharing awareness during domestic violence awareness month

Field of Honor for military and first responders will be hosted in Dacusville Labor Day weekend through September 11

Pickens County Museum of Art & History will host 42nd annual juried art competition

Six Mile Elementary School celebrates opening of new wing that adds 15,000 square feet of space for early childhood programs

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Clemson working together to reinforce Clemson dams

Jimmy Mullinax is named Executive Director for Military Affairs at Clemson University

Six Mile receives statewide Municipal Achievement Award from the Municipal Association of South Carolina, Six Mile gives awards to Red, White, and Brew Coffee Company as Business of the Year and to Tom von Kaenel, founder of Semper Fi Barn, as Non-Profit of the Year.

Read The Pickens County Chronicle's in-depth story, with 15 photos from the event, and view a video from the Municipal Association about Six Mile's Bryson Project preserving green space.

Gregg Powell is recognized during Senior League Baseball World Series for his accomplishments as longtime Easley Parks and Recreation Director, field is named in his honor

City of Easley is recognized for partnership with the Senior League Baseball World Series

City of Pickens selects Trey Adams to serve as Public Works and Utilities Director

City of Pickens withdraws from Pickens Joint Regional Water System

Liberty Mayor Erica Romo Woods is elected to Board of the Association of South Carolina Mayors

Pickens County announces completion of North Ramp Expansion at the Pickens County Airport in Liberty, ramp capacity is increased by 60 percent

Pickens High School student Millie Heeringa, sponsored by Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative, participates in Cooperative Youth Summit

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Clemson University Foundation welcomes three to board, announces new Chair and Vice Chair

Clemson University Police Department earns second straight Agency of the Year award

Feed a Hungry Child receives Child Hunger Hero Award from Second Harvest Food Bank

Kimberly Poole, Assistant Vice President and Senior Associate Dean of Students at Clemson University, honored among 2024 Veteran Champions of the Year in Higher Education

Clemson launching new initiative to bring the power of STEM to SC schools



Happy Birthday, America: Below, view 200 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle of July 4th events in Clemson, Easley, Liberty, Six Mile, and Pickens

Celebrating our independence with fireworks: View The Pickens County Chronicle's photos and videos of local fireworks

Independence Day fun in Pickens:
View The Pickens County Chronicle's photos from the City of Pickens' Independence Day celebration, held at the Pickens Amphitheater

Six Mile's Independence Day fun:
View The Pickens County Chronicle's photos from the Town of Six Mile's Independence Day celebration, held at Ponderosa Park

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July 4th fun in Liberty:
View The Pickens County Chronicle's photos from the City of Liberty's Fourth of July event, held at the Liberty Rec Stadium

Fourth of July fun in Easley:
View The Pickens County Chronicle's photos from the City of Easley's Fourth of July event, held in Old Market Square

Light the Lake: Fireworks Over Lake Hartwell in Clemson: View The Pickens County Chronicle's photos from this event, a partnership between the City of Clemson and Clemson University to celebrate the Fourth of July

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Southern Wesleyan University promotes Trey Stewart to Head Track and Field Coach

South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission hosts inaugural gathering of county delegates

Miss Clemson Davis Wash is crowned Miss South Carolina

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Local students gain new perspectives on Washington, D.C. Youth Tour: Colin Gilstrap of Pickens, Sarah Beth Brock of Easley, and D.J. Holland of Seneca are sponsored by Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative

The Swingin' Medallions kick off Pickens' free summer concert series with performance at the Pickens Amphitheater. View 45 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle.

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ElringKlinger Group selects Pickens County to establish first SC operation, $40 million investment will create 115 new jobs



Pickens County Historical Society seeks documents, letters, photos, maps related to the history of the Hagood Mill, the Hagood Mauldin House, and the Pickens County Historical Society

Carolina Handling breaks ground for new facility in Easley, $23.2 million investment to create 100 new jobs in the next five years


Naomi Mucci is named Director of Historic Properties at Clemson University, including Fort Hill, Hanover House, and Hopewell Plantation

Leo Mazzone visits Diamond Youth Baseball Tournament at Nettles Park in Clemson, Renowned pitching coach for Atlanta Braves speaks to players and signs autographs

Mazzone is pictured here with Central Parks and Recreation Director, Assistant Town Administrator Tom Cloer and Central Town Council member Robert Griffin

Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story and view more than 60 photos

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Kellie Marlatt is named Clemson Libraries Employee of the Year

Harold Duncah, from Easley, and Fred Gillespie, from Pickens, died on D-Day.

Town of Six Mile, Semper Fi Barn, and Fort Prince George DAR Chapter commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Ceremony remembers 24 South Carolinians (two from Pickens County, Harold Duncan and Fred Gillespie) who perished on D-Day. World War II veterans Ralph Conte (who fought on D-Day), Raymond Dawkins, Fred Munk, and Edward Zeigler are honored.

Read The Pickens County Chronicle's in-depth story, hear the audio from the event, and view 60 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle.

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The war reporter: Clemson alumnus was first to tell the world about D-Day

Essay and poster contests celebrating America's 250th birthday are offered to middle school and high school students

Pickens native Teri Alexander retires after 37 years with Clemson Libraries

Pickens' own Luke Deuce performs On the Ave in downtown Clemson as part of Clemson's summer music series on College Avenue. View more than 50 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle.

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Memorial Day 2024: Six Mile holds traditional Memorial Day service to honor the fallen, Southern Wesleyan University Chaplain Mike Shannon is speaker

Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story, view more than 30 photos from the event, and listen to audio of Shannon's speech

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Memorial Day 2024:
Captain Kimberly Hampton Memorial Park

Memorial Day 2024: American Legion Pickens Post 11 remembers the fallen: Pickens Police Chief Randal Beach is keynote speaker for Memorial Day event.

Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story, view 15 photos from the event, and listen to audio of Chief Beach's Memorial Day speech

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Memorial Day 2024: Veterans pay tribute at the Pickens County Courthouse

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Congratulations to the Class of 2024.

View photos from the graduation ceremonies and also view the livestream video for each graduation ceremony for Easley High School, Liberty High School, Pickens High School, and Daniel High School.

Town of Central hosts car show. View more than 80 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle

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Easley, Liberty, Pickens, and Daniel High School seniors to graduate on Saturday, May 25.

View The Pickens County Chronicle's 25 photos from Six Mile's 2024 Issaqueena Festival

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Youth Leadership Academy's Hot Pursuit 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Catch-a-Cop event in Pickens raises funds for wheelchair-accessible swing in Easley. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story and view many photos from the event.

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Former Clemson Head Football Coach Hootie Ingram passes away

5,000 students will graduate from Clemson University during May commencement

Easley police officer Matthew Hare, killed in the line of duty in 2023, is inducted into the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame

Six Mile dedicates new pavilion in honor of former Mayor Roy Stoddard. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story and view 29 photos from the event.

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Clemson and NASA sign agreement to advance research and education

Clemson alumnus' horse, Sierra Leone, will run for the roses in the Kentucky Derby

The 2024 Pickens Azalea Festival

School District earns 27 awards for outstanding communication efforts

The Andrew Pickens Chapter and Fort Prince George Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the General Andrew Pickens Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) dedicate America 250 marker at Old Stone Church in Clemson. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's in-depth story and view photos from the event.

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The Pickens Azalea Festival, celebrating 40th anniversary, comes April 26-27

School District honors students during April School Board meeting

Dr. Betty Bagley is inducted into South Carolina Educator Hall of Fame

Volunteers help Easley Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace build beds for children in need. Bed build is held in Liberty. The Pickens County Chronicle visits the bed build and interviews those involved. Read the story and view 25 photos from the event.

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Old Time Jam and Camping Weekend at Hagood Mill begins April 19

Clemson genetics major Elizabeth Caldwell receives prestigious Truman Award

Sam Houston is named Head Football Coach at his alma mater, Easley High School

Kimberly Robson is named next Principal at West End Elementary School in Easley

Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative's annual meeting, a drive-through meeting held April 10-11, is a success, bringing a record crowd. Jimmy Lee Dodgens and Frank Looper, members of the Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, are reelected for another term. Click here for more information and a list of award winners and to watch Blue Ridge Electric's annual meeting video.

Pickens County Sheriff's Office announces passing of Sgt. Brian Atkins

Students and staff in the School District of Pickens County enjoy the 2024 solar eclipse

Sights from the 2024 Easley Spring Fling: View The Pickens County Chronicle's 57 photos (including the Sweet Potato Pie Kids) from downtown Easley's Spring Fling in Old Market Square

Historic Soapstone School to be renovated

Students are honored by School District during March School Board meeting

Upcountry Fiber expands broadband into areas of need

Easley First Baptist Church honors Carolyn Hamlin, retiring as organist after 66 years. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story on Hamlin and view photos from her retirement reception

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Historical marker program points to South Carolina's rich Revolutionary history

A new beginning for the Easley YMCA: Grand opening ceremony is held for new building. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's in-depth story and view The Chronicle's 24 photos from the event.

Young Appalachian Musicians (YAM) founder Betty McDaniel is presented The Order of the Palmetto from State Senator Rex Rice and State Rep. Davey Hiott during YAM Super Kids Fest at Hagood Mill. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story, view photos and video, and listen to audio from the event.

Clemson University Pershing Rifles Company C-4 earns Varsity Rifles trophy, brings national championship back to Clemson

City of Liberty honors Liberty High School wrestling team, state champions

Details on upcoming high school graduations, to be held May 25

Clemson breaks ground on forestry, environmental conservation hub

First all-female team to run in Bataan Memorial Death March

Clemson 8 Challenge will honor POWs

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Clemson honors student is selected as finalist for national Truman Scholarship competition

Clemson University Symphonic Band to pay tribute to former Director of Bands

Easley YMCA unveils multi-purpose room to honor the memory of Easley police officer Matthew Hare

Clemson student in search of answers for rare diseases

Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit visits Pickens County. Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story and view more than 20 photos

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