Summer is an excellent time to take a road trip through South Carolina’s Old 96 District. In addition to the warm weather and abundant outdoor scene across our five counties, it’s a great time to experience small-town charm through a number of unique local festivals. We’ve gathered a few of our favorite must-see festivals this…
By Carol Timblin Every year fans of the South Carolina Festival of Flowers look forward to the return of the “living” topiaries to Uptown Greenwood. During the weekend of June 10-11, on the 15th anniversary of the topiaries and the 55th anniversary of the popular festival, visitors will be treated to a brand new topiary.…
By Vanessa Infanzon Donna Livingston with Edgefield County Chamber of Commerce reminisces about the homemade peach cobbler from her childhood. Her mom and grandmothers baked the fruity dish for dessert on Sundays, a simple recipe with flour, sugar and milk. “I’ve lived here my whole life,” she says. “Peaches have always been part of my…