Southern Wesleyan University Students Experience Legislative Process

Southern Wesleyan University students travel to Columbia for Independent Colleges Day.

Changes in Society Enable Underage Drinking

Coalition members look at the ways underage drinking was viewed, enabled 25 years ago compared to now.

Veteran Affairs Officer Advisory Election Cancelled

Only one candidate filed for position

Table Rock to Host Family Fishing Clinic May 11

Register now for free clinic.

Issaqueena Festival is May 18

Events that day include a 6K run/walk to benefit the Pickens County Cancer Association and performances from the Young Appalachian Musicians, a car show and more.

Underage Drinking Costs State $1 Billion Annually

Officials want to tackle underage drinking, so resources can be put to use elsewhere

Pickens County Jobless Rate Dropped in March

The county notched the fifth-lowest unemployment rate in March, according to state figures.

Born Learning Trail Opens at Rec Complex

2013 Leadership Pickens County Class wanted to create a project for children.

Trends, Products Making Underage Drinking Easier

Prevention Consultant with Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services wants community members to be aware of new trends and fads regarding underage drinking.

Powdersville Businessman Running Against Sen. Lindsey Graham

Richard Cash announces Senate campaign.

Event's Goal is Protecting Community's Children

"Keeping Our Children Safe" Expo will be held Saturday, April 27

Burn Building Will Save Lives, Money

Firefighters across Pickens County celebrate opening of new fire training facility in Liberty.

Another Auction of Ron Wilson Assets Planned

Convicted Ponzi schemer's farm items to be sold off later this month to help repay jilted investors.

Duncan on "Your Guns, Money and Freedom"

Congressman Jeff Duncan to speak at Pickens County Taxpayers Association meeting April 29

School District Invites Public Input on Federal Projects

Public meeting will be held Tuesday, May 7.

Did Rep. Duncan Compare Gun Background Checks to Rwandan Genocide?

Statement came on Facebook this morning.

Nalley Brown Nature Park Field Trip is April 21

Field trip gives participants a chance to explore future site of Environmental Education Center.

GPATS Area Expands With Census Growth

Local planning organization for federally funded transportation improvements grows as area becomes more urbanized.

Duncan to Conduct Digital and Telephone Town Halls

Duncan says constituents can connect with him and share concerns without leaving their homes.

Easley Farmers Market Season Begins Saturday

Market celebrating fifth year. A special Tuesday evening market will begin in June.

County Leaders Create Business-Friendly Environment

Officials highlight work being done to recruit new business, build workforce

Resident to Council: Stand for Prayer

Speaker urges county council to fight any attempts to change policy of beginning meetings with invocation.

County Budget Contains No Tax Increase

Property values have not gone up this year so millage rate will remain the same.

Former School Employees Request Pretrial Intervention

Former Liberty High School principal Randy Gilstrap and bookkeeper Beua Denard face several charges each, including embezzlement, following April 2011 arrests.

POSAM Earns "We Fan the Flame" Award

Preserving Our Southern Appalachian Music recognized for keeping Appalachian music alive and introducing it to a new generation.

Pickens County Jobless Rate Falls in February

Meantime, total employment across the state reaches the highest in more than four years.

Area Officials Visit Homebound Elderly, Disabled

Local mayors and county councilmen take part in Mayors on Meals, part of larger March for Meals Awareness Campaign for Pickens County Meals on Wheels.

New “Welcome to Powdersville” Sign Unveiled

Large crowd turns out for new sign's unveiling.

“This Board Has Sold Your Souls”

Public urges school board to fight attack against prayer at board meetings.

Upstate Senator Seeks to End Parole for Non-Violent Criminals

Sen. Larry Martin's push comes in wake of parole of Carolina Investors exec Jack Sterling.

Anderson County Fair Returns to Civic Center

2nd Annual Great Anderson County Fair Slated for April 30-May 5.

Rep. Duncan Supports Paul Ryan's Budget

Duncan issues statement on two House budget votes

Officials See Meals on Wheels' Impact

Mayors and other officials see first-hand what Meals on Wheels does for the community during “Mayors for Meals” campaign.

Congressman Jeff Duncan Recognized for Conservative Voting Record

Rep. Jeff Duncan scores 100 percent on Freedworks' Congressional Scorecard.

What Is Wrong with the Republican Party?

Guest editorial from Pickens County GOP Chairman Phillip Bowers says the problem is with politicians, not the party.

Watch Out for Small Business Scams

Upstate Better Business highlights some scams small business owners should be watching out for.

School District Website Wins National Transparency Award

School District of Pickens County only district in state to receive an "A+" from Sunshine Review.

Special Liberty Election Slated for May 28

Filing opens March 22 for candidates wishing to fill the unexpired term of Councilman Walt McJunkin, who passed away earlier this month.

Veterans Affairs Officer Election is May 11

Filing opens March 25 for special advisory election.

Powdersville Community Celebrates Walmart's Grand Opening

Walmart donates to Powdersville High School, Siloam Baptist and Concrete Primary School