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  • Sealevel Systems celebrates 40 years strong

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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…


  • YMCA celebrates National Mentoring Month

    YMCA celebrates National Mentoring Month

    EASLEY — January is National Mentoring Month, and the YMCA of Easley, Pickens and Powdersville is shining a light on the life-changing impact mentors have on young people while calling the community to step forward and help close a critical need known as The Mentoring Gap.


  • Sheriff: “Patience is not optional, it’s necessary”

    Sheriff: “Patience is not optional, it’s necessary”

    PICKENS COUNTY — Pickens County Sheriff Tommy Blankenship had a stern message for local residents warning how posting and sharing unverified “news” on social media can escalate potentially dangerous situations, referencing a recent incident on Hollingsworth Drive.


  • Ballenger retires from Blue Ridge Electric Co-op

    Ballenger retires from Blue Ridge Electric Co-op

    PICKENS — After 55 years of dedicated and unrivaled service, Terry Ballenger retired as the Senior Vice President of Communications at the end of December.


  • 10 Health resolutions doctors encourage you to make today

    10 Health resolutions doctors encourage you to make today

    The New Year represents a fresh start and is the perfect time to invest in your health. However, you may be unsure what resolutions will have the biggest impact. Doctors say that the easy, tangible actions you take are some of the most important.


  • SWU names inaugural School of Nursing Dean

    SWU names inaugural School of Nursing Dean

    CENTRAL — Southern Wesleyan University (SWU) has named Dr. Tiffany Stewart, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, as the inaugural Dean of the School of Nursing. Dr. Stewart brings more than two decades of experience in healthcare, clinical practice, and nursing education to this leadership role as the University prepares to launch…


  • Celebrating the Epiphany

    Celebrating the Epiphany

    The holiday season is full of faith and celebration. Even though people may believe this important time begins at the start of December, for millions of the Christians, the Twelve Days of Christmas begin with the birth of Baby Jesus on December 25 and continue through the Epiphany on January…


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