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Learn about South Carolina. You may be surprised at what you'll find!  

In addition to the topics below, you can also delve into South Carolina's history by visiting the Social Studies section.

Public schools observe John C. Calhoun's birthday, March 18, as South Carolina Day. 

 

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 Conway Waccamaw River | ETV Shorts

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Conway Waccamaw River | ETV Shorts
Winding through the heart of Conway, the Waccamaw River is a deep, black water river that offers water enthusiasts plenty of options to stay active. The Riverwalk and Riverfront Park are pristine...
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Colleton County Ecotourism | ETV Shorts
Colleton County, known as the front porch of the Lowcountry, offers tons of opportunity for the outdoor enthusiast. They have everything from hunting and fishing to boating and bird watching.
 Coastal Coffee Roasters | ETV Shorts

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Coastal Coffee Roasters | ETV Shorts
Summerville has a new and unique business in town. Coastal Coffee Roasters offers up the freshest coffee possible by roasting it themselves in-house. The business has and is continuing to help the...
Grove, the Inn on Harlee  | 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...
G.I.R.L Power  | ETV Shorts C.T. Summer Hardware Store  | ETV Shorts

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C.T. Summer Hardware Store | ETV Shorts
If you can't find it at the C.T. Summer Hardware Store, you probably don't need it. The Newberry tourist's magnet is equal parts hardware store, antiques store and museum. This fifth generation store...
 Di Prato's Delicatessen | ETV Shorts

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Di Prato's Delicatessen | ETV Shorts
Di Prato's is a New York Style Deli located in the heart of Columbia, South Carolina. Since opening in 2004, the deli has grown numerous fans. The staple, pimento cheese, has been such a hit that Di...
Coastal Coffee Roasters | ETV Shorts Dolphin Conservation | ETV Shorts

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Dolphin Conservation | ETV Shorts
Johns Island Conservancy in Charleston County strives to make sure everyone knows the right way to treat dolphins in their natural habitat. The Bottlenose Dolphin is South Carolina's State Marine...
Grove, the Inn on Harlee  | ETV Shorts Cooper's Country Store | ETV Shorts

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Cooper's Country Store | ETV Shorts
When you walk into Cooper's Country Store, it's like walking back in time. The store was built in 1937, and not much has changed since then. It's located in Salters right off of Highway 521 and has...
Grove, the Inn on Harlee  | ETV Shorts Darlington County Economic Development | ETV Shorts

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Darlington County Economic Development | ETV Shorts
Economic development in Darlington County is booming with new industries coming in and existing industries expanding. Darlington County's success is due to the Economic Development Partnership that...
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Alligator Hunting | ETV Shorts
The Santee Cooper Lakes in Berkeley County have not been hunted for the American Alligator for many years. As a result the lakes in Berkeley County have some of the largest alligators in the United...
 Aiken Equine Industry | ETV Shorts

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Aiken Equine Industry | ETV Shorts
Aiken's equine Industry is stemmed in history and the fabric of what Aiken has become over the years...the Mecca for people who love horses!
Grove, the Inn on Harlee  | ETV Shorts Brown's BBQ | ETV Shorts

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Brown's BBQ | ETV Shorts
Brown's BBQ in Kingstree is an icon for Williamsburg County. They are famous for their vinegar based BBQ but Brown's extensive buffet has just about anything to please even the pickiest of eaters...
 Bee City | ETV Shorts

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Bee City | ETV Shorts
Located between Summerville and Walterboro, Bee City is a honeybee farm and petting zoo. Bee City's focus is to educate the public on the importance of honeybees. The petting zoo is a main attraction...
Calhoun Times  | ETV Shorts Branchville Railroad Shrine and Museum | ETV Shorts

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Branchville Railroad Shrine and Museum | ETV Shorts
The Branchville Railroad Shrine and Museum is the site of the world's first railroad junction. The museum features lots of antiques that were once used by the railway, such as a velocipede, old...
Freddie Vanderford  | ETV Shorts Broom Lady | ETV Shorts

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Broom Lady | ETV Shorts
The Broom Place, located in Boykin, South Carolina is an amazing shop where you step back in time right when you walk through the doors. Susan Simpson is known around town as "The Broom Lady."
Beaufort County: Top 100 Communities  | ETV Shorts Beaufort's Kazoo Factory | ETV Shorts

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Beaufort's Kazoo Factory | ETV Shorts
Kazoobie Kazoos, located in Beaufort, South Carolina, is America's only full-time kazoo factory. The company ships fun all over the world and offers folks a tour around the museum and factory. At the...
Anderson County: On the Water | ETV Shorts Bridges to a Brighter Future | ETV Shorts

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Bridges to a Brighter Future | ETV Shorts
Bridges to a Brighter Future is a college access program for Greenville County high school students whose potential outweighs their circumstances. The three-year program starts after ninth grade and...
Freddie Vanderford  | ETV Shorts Blair School of Art  | ETV Shorts

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Blair School of Art | ETV Shorts
Since 1997, the Blair School of Art has been teaching students how to create photo-realistic paintings through airbrush. The campus is located in Blair, South Carolina and offers students an intensive...
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Stepping Up
Brandon Whitmore loves ballet. The energetic teen has been dancing for 16 years, since the age of 2. During his sophomore year at the Governor's School for Arts and Humanities Brandon suffered a bone...
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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...
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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...
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Artists' View Creations | ETV Shorts
Located in the heart of downtown Bishopville, S.C. is a unique art gallery and picture framing shop called Artists' View Creations. The shop features the artwork of Jerry and Dona Locklair.
 Anderson County: On the Water | ETV Shorts

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Anderson County: On the Water | ETV Shorts
Anderson County has lots to offer visitors who seek to find recreation on the water. Anderson recently installed the first ADA-accessible kayak launch along the Saluda River in Powdersville. The kayak...
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Anderson's Shoes | ETV Shorts
Anderson's Shoes has been a Newberry icon for over one hundred years. Located on Main Street, in Newberry, South Carolina, this family-run business specializes in fittings and unique customer service.