Category Archives: Monthly Newsletter

When father and son, Dean and Jeff Holder decided to renovate the old LeJuans building in downtown Pickens, little did they know, today they would be restaurant owners. “Daddyand I had lots of fun working together remodeling the building. Our … Continue reading →

US Congressman, Jeff Duncan  (3rd Congressional District),  visited the Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce office as part of the Congressman Listening Session. The group hear the Congressman express his concerns from businesses growth, social security, job creation, and the national debt. Jeff … Continue reading →

Chamber Annual Gala The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet on February 10 with entertainment by Sweet Potato Pie of the Young Appalachian Musicians. This year’s Duke Energy Citizen of the Year is Wayne Kelley. Wayne was … Continue reading →

Pickens Steering Committee In the fall of 2009, a group of citizens, business owners and City officials came together to develop a direction and vision for the future of the City of Pickens. Working alongside of the City’s Planning Commission, … Continue reading →

At the annual Pickens Chamber of Commerce Board Retreat, the new Board Members were introduced. They are George Case, with Case Interiors; Cathy Breazeale, with Behavioral Health Services and Preston Bruce, with Sun Trust Bank. They join Amy Grant, Dr. … Continue reading →

The South Carolina State Chamber of Commerce legislative agenda for 2011 focuses on 6 main areas: Tax Reform: The Chamber advocates achieving comprehensive tax reform, including repealing Act 388. Reforming the business license fee structure. Economic Development: Achieving comprehensive tort … Continue reading →

Feed a Hungry Child in Pickens County I would to introduce you to a community effort that is making a difference in the lives of Pickens County children. Every weekend, 1 out of 17 students goes home and does not … Continue reading →

History Comes To Uptown Pickens Article by Preston Bruce, Pickens County Historical Society What began as an idea presented during a session of the Pickens City Steering Committee, has now become a reality thanks to a joint project lead by … Continue reading →

The City of Pickens along with community leaders are exploring becoming a Main Street Community. The Main Street Community is under the direction of the Municipal Association of South Carolina and accredited by the National Trust for historic preservation which … Continue reading →