SC Life Features
In pursuit of peach perfection
The peaches we know and love don’t just grow on trees. They need a lot of help to survive diseases, fungal infections, insects, poor soils and inclement weather. That’s where Clemson University’s 240-acre Musser Fruit Research Center steps in. Read more
Mar 1, 2024
Spring festivals and events
From St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to the 59th running of the Elloree Trials, we’ve got it all in our roster of spring festivals and events. Read more
Mar 1, 2024
Putting South Carolina first
South Carolina’s electric cooperatives honor Sen. Thomas Alexander’s 40 years of public service and servant leadership. Read more
Feb 1, 2024
Brick by brick
Let your imagination and creativity run wild with the AFOLs (adult fans of Lego), who turn tiny plastic bricks into fascinating miniature worlds. Read more
Jan 1, 2024
Holiday happenings
Don’t miss a single minute of holiday festivals, events, concerts and light shows this season. Read more
Nov 1, 2023
The science of reading
South Carolina teachers are using powerful new techniques to help their students on the path to literacy. Read more
Oct 1, 2023
Black River Cypress Preserve
Join our writer and photographer as they explore a hidden corner of Lowcountry wilderness in the Black River Cypress Preserve. Read more
Jul 1, 2023
The waterfowl forger
Nobody carves a wooden duck decoy better than Tom Boozer. Join us on a visit to his humble wood shop in Yonges Island. Read more
Jun 1, 2023
Down in the mud
Harvesting sunken timber is a tough, dirty job, but one with unique rewards. Read more
May 31, 2023
St. George Rosenwald School
With a little help from S.C. electric cooperatives, restoration of South Carolina’s largest Rosenwald School enters the final phase. Read more
May 1, 2023
Back to school
Women returning to school to earn college degrees may now apply for financial assistance from the 2023 Jenny Ballard Opportunity Scholarship program. Read more
Feb 1, 2023
Dance the night away
South Carolina’s faithful square dancers hit the floor to keep one of America’s oldest social traditions alive. Read more
Nov 1, 2022
John’s boys honor former ag teacher
South Carolina’s thriving agriculture economy wouldn’t be the same without the guiding hand of John Parris. Read more
Oct 1, 2022
Grinding it out
South Carolina grist mills keep the old stone-ground traditions alive with every bag of grits, flour and cornmeal. Read more
Sep 1, 2022
Restoring historic Jones Mill
Built in 1861 and abandoned in the 1950s, historic Jones Mill near Fountain Inn is getting a new lease on life, thanks to a $1.6 million restoration effort. Read more
Sep 1, 2022
Give me that old time religion
Faith in God and more than 220 years of tradition make the annual camp meetings at Indian Field Methodist Campground a true spiritual retreat. Read more
Sep 1, 2022
A passion for teaching
Meet the five finalists for 2023 South Carolina Teacher of the Year honors and learn how they set high standards for classroom education. Read more
Aug 1, 2022
Are you prepared for hurricane season?
Hurricane Ian reminded us that the 2022 storm season isn't over yet. It runs through Nov. 30. Learn what to do before, during and after violent storms with these resources. Read more
Jul 1, 2022
The beautiful game
Professional soccer finds a home and a passionate fan base in Charleston. Read more
Jul 1, 2022
The cowboy way
Rembert’s Black Cowboy Festival celebrates 25 years of equestrian fun for all as it sets the record straight on the history of the American west. Read more
May 1, 2022
