Pickens Issues Statement Regarding Officer's Firing

City officials say that Pickens Police Officer was not fired for issuing ticket to Clemson coach, but for using city equipment to post about incident online.

Local Unemployment Rate Registers Slight Decrease in August

Greenville County had the state's second-lowest jobless rate in August.

Sen. Lindsey Graham Honored For Conservation Efforts

Conservationists and sportsmen groups recognize Graham for his dedication to preserving state's beauty.

Agencies Want to Break the Cycle of Violence

Numerous agencies banding together to address domestic violence through prevention and collaboration. Public invited to Oct. 1 press conference.

County GOP Endorses Harris Over Skelton

Although State GOP leadership dropped Harris from general election ballot as Republican nominee, local Republicans say Harris is the true nominee following June 12 primary victory

Founders Day Festival is Saturday in Pickens

See below for music and activity schedule for all-day event.

Watson Engineering Inc. Expanding Operations In Anderson County

$6.37 million investment expected to create 85 new jobs

Study: Swamp Rabbit Trail Benefits Businesses

Study data shows Swamp Rabbit Trail attracted new businesses, increased sales revenue of existing businesses.

Major Improvements Announced for Sassafras Mountain

Observation tower, result of public/private partnership, will offer views of four states: South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee.

Easley Woman, Co-Defendants to Appear at Hearing on Wire Fraud Charges

Mauldin and Simpsonville Police Departments among investigating agencies

4-H Jr. Naturalist Clubs Focus on Water

Naturalist Clubs available for different grade levels.

Scientists, Farmers Plan Kudzu Counterattack

Kudzu bug threatens hundreds of thousands of acres of soybean crops

Pew, Putnam and Duncan to Speak at Chamber Events

Pew and Putnam to speak at upcoming chamber luncheons; Rep. Duncan to give Legislative Update Sept. 28.

Receiver In Wilson Ponzi Case Selling Silver Bars

Funds from sale of silver bars seized in investigation will be distributed to investors.

Founders Day Festival Expected to "Jam" the City

Free festival begins at 10am Saturday, Sept. 22 in Pickens.

Sept. 17-23 is Constitution Week in Easley

Daughters of the American Revolutions urged Congress to devote Sept. 17-23 annually for the observance of Constitution Week.

September is College Savings Month

State Treasurer Curtis Loftis encourages residents to take advantage of Future Scholar, the state-sponsored 529 college savings plan.

State Fiddling Championship is Saturday at Hagood Mill

State Fiddling Competition has been revived and will now be held at Hagood Mill annually.

Mortgage Assistance Workshop is Sept. 18

Attendees will hear from an attorney and housing counselors on steps they can take to save their homes.

Palmetto Payback: 224 Easley Residents Owed Money from SC

More than $300 million are owed to South Carolina taxpayers. Are you one of them?

Agencies Banding Together to Break Cycle of Violence

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and 35 Upstate agencies are teaming up to raising awareness about family violence and encourage the community to break the cycle of violence.

Wyche Named Seventh “I Fan the Flame” Winner

Award honors those who have supported and contributed to the Pickens community.

DeMint to Speak at GOP Take Our Country Back Rally Friday

Six elected officials scheduled to speak.

State Needs More Foster Families

Less than 500 licensed foster homes available to care for the 1,200 children in DSS foster care. Information meeting for those interested in become foster families will be held 6:30pm Thursday at Hampton Memorial Library.

County Council, Easley City Council Meet Monday Evening

County Council meets at 6:30pm. Easley City Council meets at 7pm.

Upstate National Hunting and Fishing Day is Sept. 29

Upstate's free event will be held at Duke Energy's World of Energy near Seneca.

Video: Gov. Haley, DMV Announce "Veteran" Designation on Driver Licenses

Cost to add VETERAN designation to a driver license, identification card or beginner permit is $1.

New Rules In Place For Baseball/Softball Center

City sets rental rates for batting cages at J.B. "Red" Owens Complex

Solicitor: "CSI Has Ruined Us"

Pop culture gives potential jurors an unrealistic view of the judicial system and investigations, Wilkins said.

Further Improvements To Old Market Square Slated For November

Project will include reworking of stairs. Work expected to begin in November.

Easley's Responsible Dog Ownership Day Approaching

New features and participants announced for Sept. 22 event

Teens Leaving “Big Mess” At Old Market Square

Business owners don't mind teens hanging out after school, but say something needs to be done about the trash problem.

Brushy Creek Greenway Gets Big Boost

City Receives $75,000 PRT Grant to use towards project

City Scores Grant to Pay For Lacrosse Equipment

Rec officials looking for people interested in serving as coaches for the new program.

Pickens County Political Debate Series - Sheriff

Petition Signing for Pickens County Candidates

Upstate S.C. Chamber Reception

City of Easley Budget Workshop

Pickens County GOP Meets

Election Commission Meets Monday