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The Pickens County Chronicle - Local News - May, 2026

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Medal of Honor Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday, May 30 in Liberty honors Private First Class William A. McWhorter, who died in World War II: American Legion Post 67 of Liberty joins with American Legion Post 124 of Walhalla for special ceremony: Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story with full audio of the ceremony, and view 43 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle

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During traditional Memorial Day ceremony on Saturday, May 30, Town of Six Mile remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice: Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story with full audio of the ceremony, and view 43 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle

On Thursday, May 28, Clemson University Emeritus College hosts retired National Geographic photo editor Bert Fox, whose slideshow presentation details the first ascent of Mount Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay on May 29, 1953: Listen to Fox's entire presentation by clicking here for The Pickens County Chronicle's story

Charles Hood, author of Looking for Space: My Pickens Journey and his most recent book, Pickens Portraits, Volume One, speaks about his latest book and holds book signing at Author Talk event at the Pickens Village Library on May 27: Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story with audio of Hood's presentation

SCDOT to close Pumpkintown Highway bridge on June 1 for routine repairs and upgrades, project expected to be completed by end of summer

Southern Wesleyan University launches School of Nursing: SWU is accepting applications for new BSN program

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Pickens County honors legacy of service, invests in the next generation: School District of Pickens County officially becomes South Carolina's newest Purple Star School District during ceremony honoring Pickens County's four Medal of Honor recipients

Early voting kicks off with record-breaking turnout for June 9 primary


Kim Wilkerson, Chair of the Clemson University Board of Trustees, gives statement on the selection of Dr. Kevin Guskiewicz as Clemson University's 16th President

Kevin Guskiewicz is named 16th President of Clemson University: Following a national search, Guskiewicz is unanimously selected on May 27

The Salvation Army of Pickens County creates Summer of Hope Fund to help struggling Pickens County residents

Southern Wesleyan University honors Pastor Michael 'Mike' McClung with the prestigious Virgil A. Mitchell Award

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American Legion Pickens Post 11 joins with Hillcrest Memorial Park and Dillard Memorial Funeral Home for Memorial Day service and Post Everlasting ceremony on Monday, May 25: Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story and view 32 photos by The Pickens County Chronicle

Remembering 'Zip': Andrew Zabierek '00 gave up a career in finance to join the Marines after 9/11 - This is the story of one Marine whose name is part of Clemson's Scroll of Honor, memorializing his life, service, and honoring the University's military tradition - Click here to read this story by Ken Scar and Chance Bridwell of Clemson University

Easley Doodlebugs (collegiate summer baseball team) to begin inaugural season in June, with Michael McGaha as General Manager and Jordan Spearman as Head Coach, and will play home games at Alice Mill Ballpark

SCDOT requests public comment on the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to include the 2027 Pavement Program

Memorial holiday kicks off 100 deadly days of summer: South Carolina Department of Public Safety reminds motorists that seat belts save lives

SCDOT to begin replacement of Hester Store Road bridge over Machine Creek

Clemson University Emeritus College to host retired National Geographic photo editor Bert Fox on May 28

Southern Wesleyan University professor Dr. Michele Eller receives 2026 SCICU Excellence in Teaching Award

D.W. Daniel High School student earns two awards at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair 2026: Arjun Vir Jain is recognized in Computational Biology and Bioformatics at the world's largest pre-college STEM competition

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Cascades, featuring artists Susan Perry and Susan Lenz, opens as newest exhibit at the Pickens County Museum of Art & History and will run through July 4

State Election Commission: June 9 primary will take place as scheduled



Charles Hood, author of Looking for Space: My Pickens Journey, to speak about his latest book, Pickens Portraits, at Author Talk event at the Village Library in Pickens on Wednesday, May 27

Pickens Police Department to hold Memorial Day ceremony at Sunrise Cemetery on Monday, May 25

Clemson to pay tribute to fallen alumni in Memorial Day ceremony on Sunday, May 24

Town of Central to host concert at Central Roller Mills on Friday, May 22

Town of Six Mile to hold annual traditional Memorial Day service on Saturday, May 30: Event expands to include recognition of Medal of Honor recipients --- Click here to read details on this year's event and to read The Pickens County Chronicle's story with photos from Six Mile's 2025 Memorial Day service and Six Mile's 2024 Memorial Day service

School District of Pickens County announces information for Saturday, May 23 graduation ceremonies

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Liberty community comes together to fight cancer at Relay for Life event organized by Liberty High School's Interact Club: Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story and view photos from the event

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Clemson University's Brick by Brick speaker series to focus on American Revolution: speakers include John Garrison Marks, Rod Andrew, Jim Piecuch, Carl Borick, and Alan Pell Crawford

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Clemson University partners with Upcountry History Museum on special American Revolution exhibit

Fort Prince George DAR Chapter honors students during awards day ceremony

The Wobblers to perform in free concert at the South Carolina Botanical Garden at Clemson University on Saturday, May 16

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Hagood Mill Historic Site announces inaugural Upcountry Grits Festival May 15-16 for a two-day celebration of Southern food, music, and Appalachian heritage

Lt. Eric Barnes of the South Carolina State Guard, State Senator Rex Rice, Pickens County America 250 Chair Carolyn Nations, State Representative Davey Hiott, State Representative Neal Collins, and Pickens County Historical Society Senior Vice President Wayne Kelley (Photo by Karen Brewer, The Pickens County Chronicle)
South Carolina State Representative Davey Hiott, South Carolina State Representative Neal Collins, and South Carolina State Senator Rex Rice (Photo by Karen Brewer, The Pickens County Chronicle)
South Caroilna State Representative candidate Clay Counts and South Carolina State Representative Davey Hiott (Photo by Karen Brewer, The Pickens County Chronicle)

Bridge on the Twelve Mile River is dedicated in honor of General Andrew Pickens: Read The Pickens County Chronicle's story and view more than 20 photographs by The Chronicle from the special ceremony

School District of Pickens County earns 35 state awards for communication -- most of any district in South Carolina

Second annual Fellowship of Christian Athletes benefit to be held on Thursday, May 14 at Pickens High School

Upcountry Quilters Guild's special quilt display, A Snapshot in Time, to open June 16 at the Pickens County Museum of Art & History: Exhibit to celebrate America's 250 years

National Day of Prayer to be observed at Central Town Hall on Thursday, May 7

Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley to observe National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 7

Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley to hold car show on Saturday, May 30 to raise funds to send students to camp

UPDATE: The Rock Springs Baptist Church car show has been postponed till Friday, June 19 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.