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Every state has stories hiding in plain sight. SC Backstory explores the moments, icons, places and more that shaped the Palmetto State, from the momentous to the overlooked. Have a story idea we should explore? Submit it here.
From painful past to vibrant future at SC's former mental hospital
If you grew up in this state, you probably heard someone say, "We'll send you to Bull Street!" Nowadays, that has a whole new meaning.
May 1, 2026
An atomic bomb accidentally fell on a SC farm — then faded from memory
Starting this month, South Carolina Living is bringing you a new regular feature exploring the stories behind South Carolina moments, icons, places and more, from the momentous to the overlooked.
Apr 1, 2026
