Wednesday, February 4, 2026

			
				                                Pictured is Capris of Easley owner Derrick Ouzts
                                 Jeff Holt / The Easley Progress

Tradition continues strong for Capris

EASLEY — The last nine months, Capris of Easley Italian Cuisine has not missed a beat.

Spence brothers jumpstart Liberty

LIBERTY — At press time, the Liberty High School wrestling team had an impressive 20-2 overall record.

Masterson leads charge for EHS wrestling

EASLEY — It didn’t take too long to introduce everyone on Senior Night last week for the Easley wrestling team.

The ‘Golden Era’ of Easley football

EASLEY — A golden era of football in Easley (1967-72) took center-stage on Saturday night. Over 50 0f those Green Wave football players showed up to pay tribute to the Larry Bagwell era.

Bobby Ruff named LHS head football coach

LIBERTY — The School District of Pickens County Board of Trustees has approved the selection of Bobby Ruff as the next Head Football Coach of Liberty High School.

Measles exposure confirmed at Clemson University

PICKENS COUNTY — Clemson officials announced on Jan. 17 they were informed by the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) of a confirmed case of measles of an individual affiliated with the university. The individual has isolated per DPH requirements, and DPH is conducting contact tracing with individuals who may have been exposed and outlining isolation and quarantine protocols. DPH will provide email notifications to any individuals identified as possible contacts who may need to quarantine, they said.

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Sealevel Systems celebrates 40 years strong

LIBERTY — Sealevel Systems, Inc., a leading provider of rugged, industrial-grade computing and I/O solutions, proudly announces its 40th anniversary in 2026.

Pittman elected to NAVPA Board of Directors

CENTRAL – Southern Wesleyan University (SWU) recently announced Donna Pittman, Co-Director of the university’s Warriors CARE Center, has been elected to serve on the National Association of Veterans Program Administrators (NAVPA) Board of Directors as the Region IV Delegate for the 2025–2026 term.

AG Wilson’s post winter storm tips

SOUTH CAROLINA – In the aftermath of Winter Storm Fern, Attorney General Alan Wilson wants residents to be aware of how to avoid being scammed when dealing with downed trees and limbs.

Blankenship talks sleep safety following two infant deaths

PICKENS COUNTY — Pickens County Sheriff Tommy Blankenship spoke out last Friday about two infants deaths that occurred in the past week.

Death investigation underway in Pickens

PICKENS COUNTY — The Pickens County Coroner’s Office is investigating after it was notified of the discovery of a body.

Measles exposure confirmed at Clemson University

PICKENS COUNTY — Clemson officials announced on Jan. 17 they were informed by the South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) of a confirmed case of measles of an individual affiliated with the university. The individual has isolated per DPH requirements, and DPH is conducting contact tracing with individuals who may have been exposed and outlining isolation and quarantine protocols. DPH will provide email notifications to any individuals identified as possible contacts who may need to quarantine, they said.

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