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Towns & Cities

An up-close view of some of South Carolina's small towns and cities. 

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Fort San Filipe | History of SC Slide Collection

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Fort San Filipe | History of SC Slide Collection
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The Spanish made two attempts to settle a permanent community in South Carolina. The first in 1526, led by a wealthy lawyer from Santo Domingo, Lucas Vasquez de Ayllon, failed in less than a year. The...
Ridgeway | ETV Shorts Boykin  | ETV Shorts

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Boykin | ETV Shorts
Step back in time with a trip to the town of Boykin, S.C. This town can be called a modern-day Mayberry of sorts with specialty shops, wonderful restaurants and lots of history.
 Smyrna: South Carolina's Smallest Town  | ETV Shorts

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Smyrna: South Carolina's Smallest Town | ETV Shorts
Right outside the bustling city of Rock Hill is South Carolina's smallest town. Loaded with charm, Smyrna may be the tiniest town in the state, but they are big on keeping a sense of community.
 Bennettsville  | ETV Shorts

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Bennettsville | ETV Shorts
Bennettsville, located in South Carolina's Pee Dee Region, is a symbol of past American grace and charm. With one of the oldest courthouses in the state, there are so many things to see and do in this...
Ridgeway | ETV Shorts Chesterfield  | ETV Shorts

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Chesterfield | ETV Shorts
Founded in 1785, the Town of Chesterfield is one year older than the City of Columbia. It's also the smallest county seat in South Carolina. The Chesterfield County Courthouse is home to the Chamber...
 Johnston: Peach Capital of the World | ETV Shorts

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Johnston: Peach Capital of the World | ETV Shorts
Located just about 100 miles from the center of the state is the "Peach Capital of the World." Johnston is a small town with a large variety of restaurants and shops that makes this "Mayberry," as the...
Greenwood Golf and Lakes | ETV Shorts Gray Court  | ETV Shorts

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Gray Court | ETV Shorts
Located in the northwest corner of Laurens County, the town of Gray Court is full of many historic homes and churches. The town offers history buffs a chance to walk through a pioneer village and...
Cordial Churchman Bowtie Company  | ETV Shorts Ridgeway | ETV Shorts

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Ridgeway | ETV Shorts
Full of beauty and small town charm, Ridgeway offers visitors a chance to step back in time to experience the Old South past. Visitors can see the world's smallest police station, have lunch at the...
Zike  | ETV Shorts Oconee Events  | ETV Shorts

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Oconee Events | ETV Shorts
Oconee has events! In addition to being located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, there are festivals going on all the time. Westminster has the Apple Festival and Mayberry Days. In Walhalla, there's...
Bennettsville  | ETV Shorts Hartsville  | ETV Shorts

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Hartsville | ETV Shorts
Located in the Pee Dee Region of the state, the City of Hartsville has a little something for everyone to enjoy. From the beautiful grounds at Kalmia Gardens to the eclectic coffee shop, Midnight...
 Parks of Barnwell  | ETV Shorts

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Parks of Barnwell | ETV Shorts
The City of Barnwell is not only a place full of history, but it's also a place with a myriad of recreational options. With six parks to meet just about anyone's needs, it makes sense that the slogan...
Zike  | ETV Shorts Anderson  | ETV Shorts

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Anderson | ETV Shorts
The City of Anderson's downtown is a true beauty! From the historic background and statues to the modern artistic fish, to the words of wisdom on the pavement, there's much to see and do in the...