Brookgreen Gardens welcomes 400 guests to Ninth Annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
September 18, 2026
Annual festival celebrated Gullah Geechee and African Diaspora culture through music, dance, art, and hands-on activities Brookgreen Gardens welcomed approximately 400 guests to its ninth annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival on Saturday,…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy moves key park projects forward across the city
September 17, 2026
Major renovations at Allan Park and Hazel Parker Playground, and a refresh at Corrine Jones Park and Community Garden are among the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s priorities through spring 2027. These…
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Town of Irmo’s Jazz on Carlisle this Thursday
September 17, 2026
1st & 3rd Thursdays (September – November), 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Town of Irmo is thrilled to launch Jazz on Carlisle this Thursday! Join us for this brand-new…
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Stroller Strong brings back free weekly run club for mothers at Gracely Park
September 16, 2026
Local fitness community Stroller Strong has announced the return of its Mama Run Club for the fall season, offering weekly group runs aimed at building community and encouraging wellness among…
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Don’t miss out: “The Piano Men: The Music of Elton John & Billy Joel” outdoor concert series is coming soon
September 15, 2026
Music lovers across the Grand Strand are invited to experience an extraordinary outdoor tribute as Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) presents “The Piano Men: The Music of Elton John &…
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Simpsonville Announces Lineup for Free Fall Movies Series
September 14, 2026
Autumn evenings and outdoor entertainment are returning to Simpsonville this October, as the city announced the official schedule for its annual Fall Movies in the Park series. The free community…
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Conestee Nature Preserve hosts monthly ‘Mindfulness with the Meadow’ gatherings
September 14, 2026
Upstate residents seeking a reflective outdoor sanctuary can step into nature this weekend during Mindfulness with the Meadow, a monthly gathering dedicated to guided meditation, ecological reflection, and community connection.…
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Conestee Nature Preserve to host sound and forest bathing experience
September 14, 2026
Upstate residents looking to disconnect from the digital grind and reset in nature will have a dedicated space to recharge this weekend, as Conestee Nature Preserve hosts Roots and Resonance,…
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Hit broadway musical ‘Rock of Ages’ coming to outdoor amphitheater this fall
September 14, 2026
Local theatre fans will soon take a high-energy trip back to the era of big hair, shredded denim, and classic rock anthems as the Broadway hit musical Rock of Ages…
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Leadership Simpsonville class of 2026 launches fundraising campaign to revitalize Alder Park basketball court
September 14, 2026
The Leadership Simpsonville Class of 2026 has announced a community-driven initiative to renovate the outdoor basketball court at Alder Park, partnering with the Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department to create…
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Dirt on the Strip: How to rewild your bed edges without getting an HOA violation
September 14, 2026
I have a confession to make: I am a certified, unapologetic plant nerd. While normal people unwind with glossy home decor spreads, romance novels, or murder podcasts, I am the…
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Popular Purple Trail reopens at Conestee Nature Preserve
September 9, 2026
Hikers, runners, and nature enthusiasts can once again access one of Conestee Nature Preserve’s central loops, as park officials announced the full reopening of the Purple Trail. The announcement brings…
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Atlantic hurricane season nears historic lull as peak approaches without a single hurricane
September 9, 2026
As the calendar approaches September 10—statistically the climatological peak of the Atlantic hurricane season—meteorologists and coastal residents alike are watching an exceptionally rare phenomenon unfold: the Atlantic basin has yet…
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Help clear South Carolina’s waterways: A call for visionary donors
September 7, 2026
South Carolina’s coastal waters and pristine marshlands face a critical challenge: accumulating marine debris and heavy wreckage that threaten local ecosystems and wildlife. While community volunteer efforts make a meaningful…
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A Conversation with Sarah Wilson with Black River Cypress Preserve
September 7, 2026
By Karen Owens Publisher I continue to marvel at the growing number of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors throughout Georgetown County. This week, I had the good fortune to meet…
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Mark your calendars for maritime fun as community preps for 37th Annual Wooden Boat Show
September 7, 2026
As the calendar flips to September, the hope for cooler temperatures and continued outdoor fun prevails in our historic port city. It’s also a reminder that Georgetown’s premier event, the…
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Caledonia, True Blue invest in the future while preserving Mike Strantz’s vision
September 4, 2026
More than three decades after Mike Strantz burst onto the golf course architecture scene with the opening of Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and followed it with the equally stunning…
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Georgetown Growers Market to host “Loving Fall Fest” community celebration
September 3, 2026
The Growers Market(opens in new tab) has announced its upcoming Loving Fall Fest, taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 120 North Fraser…
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Georgetown Art & Wine Walk returns to historic Front Street next weekend
September 2, 2026
Historic Front Street will transform into an interactive cultural gallery next weekend as the fourth annual Georgetown Art & Wine Walk, hosted by the Georgetown Business Association, returns Saturday, Sept.…
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Simpsonville Police Department invites community to Heritage Park for 2026 National Night Out
September 2, 2026
The Simpsonville Police Department will host its annual National Night Out celebration at Heritage Park on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, inviting residents and families across the Golden Strip to come…
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Brookgreen Gardens to host ninth annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival
September 1, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens(opens in new tab) will celebrate West African, Caribbean, and Gullah Geechee culture during its 9th annual Gullah Geechee Junkanoo Festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10:00 am…
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Fall Harvest Festival to bring seasonal festivities to BridgeWay Station this October
August 31, 2026
Autumn celebrations are heading to BridgeWay Station as organizers announce the inaugural 2026 Fall Harvest Festival, scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026. Organized by J. Osborne Designs, the full-day community…
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Saint Frances Animal Center named Grand Marshal for 2026 Georgetown Christmas parade
August 31, 2026
The Georgetown Business Association (GBA) announced that it has selected Saint Frances Animal Center to serve as the Grand Marshal for this year’s Christmas Parade in Georgetown. The parade will…
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18th Annual Guns & Hoses Charity Softball Tournament returns to Pelicans Ballpark
August 31, 2026
Local emergency responders are trading their sirens for softball bats as the 18th Annual Guns & Hoses Charity Softball Tournament returns to Pelicans Ballpark in Myrtle Beach on Saturday, September…
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Dirt on the Strip: How to design a backyard sanctuary for paws, pint-sized humans, and pretty petals
August 31, 2026
If your idea of a backyard garden involves manicured English boxwoods, museum-grade floral displays, and delicate white gravel paths where nobody breathes too hard, I have bad news for you:…
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Paris Mountain State Park Launches ‘Seasonal Strolls’ Nature Series for Adults
August 26, 2026
Outdoor education at Paris Mountain State Park is no longer just for youth field trips. South Carolina State Parks has introduced Seasonal Strolls, a brand-new monthly guided nature series geared…
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Murrells Inlet 2020 announces annual Fall Haul Community Clean Up on September 19
August 25, 2026
Murrells Inlet 2020 will host its annual Fall Haul Community Clean Up on Saturday, September 19, in conjunction with World Cleanup Day. This cleanup event will begin at 9 am…
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JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival brings multi-band lineup, community spirit to Pawleys Island
August 23, 2026
JB’s Celebration Park is set to host the JB’s Lowcountry Music Festival on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The full-day event features performances from indie rock group Channel Bluff, local favorites…
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Pawleys Island Music Festival of Music & Art announces CeCe Teneal’s
August 23, 2026
Tickets are officially on sale for the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art’s highly anticipated concert event, CeCe Teneal’s Divas of Soul, taking place Saturday, October 17, 2026, at…
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Support youth sailing and win a classic 1979 Chris-Craft Tournament Fisherman
August 21, 2026
The South Carolina Maritime Museum is giving boating enthusiasts and maritime supporters an exciting opportunity to own a piece of coastal history while directly investing in the next generation of…
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Red Moon Rising: Your front-row seat to August’s midnight lunar show
August 21, 2026
Skywatchers in the Eastern Time Zone are in for a celestial treat as a “blood moon”—a deep reddish hue caused by a lunar eclipse—prepares to grace the night sky. Here’s…
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Catch the Action: Major League Fishing’s premier championships head to TV this Saturday
August 20, 2026
Whether you’re gearing up for a weekend on the Waccamaw River or heading out into the coastal waters around Georgetown, bass anglers throughout South Carolina have a good reason to…
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VFW Post 6444 invites community to 25th Anniversary Patriot Day observance
August 19, 2026
VFW Post 6444, Georgetown South Carolina invites veterans, families, and community members to unite in honor and remembrance for the 25th Anniversary of Patriot Day, on Friday, September 11, 2026.…
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Betty’s Beach Chairs launches on Folly Beach
August 18, 2026
Bringing Effortless Beach Days to the Sand There’s a new girl on Folly, and she’s making beach days a whole lot easier. Betty’s Beach Chairs, a new beach chair and…
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The Kids Mud Run & Back to School Bash return to Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA
August 18, 2026
The Tidelands Health Georgetown Family YMCA has announced the return of its annual Kids Mud Run & Back to School Bash, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026. Open to the…
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St. James Health and Wellness partners with Town of Awendaw for 5K Fun Run & Walk
August 17, 2026
AWENDAW, SC — St. James Health and Wellness Center has partnered with the Town of Awendaw to host a community 5K Fun Run & Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2026,…
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Dirt on the Strip: Trading the Tiller for an Upstate Food Forest
August 16, 2026
If my grandfather were around to see my garden blueprint this year, he’d probably check my forehead for a fever and call the preacher. Around here, traditional southern gardening wisdom…
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City of Georgetown announces the return of “Movies in the Park” at East Bay Park
August 13, 2026
The City of Georgetown and Keep Georgetown Beautiful SC are bringing back the popular Movies in the Park series on Friday, September 11, at the Bobby Alford Pavilion in East…
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Fall into Nature: What’s happening at the Black River Cypress Preserve this season
August 10, 2026
As the autumn air sets in, the Black River Cypress Preserve in Andrews, SC, is reopening its gates this September to welcome individuals, school groups, and the community back into the…
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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers Boating Safety Certification Class in Pawleys Island
August 10, 2026
Flotilla 12-10 (Georgetown, SC) of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will host an 8-hour Boating Safety Certification Class on Friday, August 28, and Saturday, August 29. This two-part course…
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Dirt on the Strip: Confessions of a First-Time Winter Gardener
August 10, 2026
I have a confession to make: I want a pepper tree. If you know me personally, you already know that jalapeño peppers are practically their own essential food group in…
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Conestee Nature Preserve offers intimate golf cart tours designed for accessible nature exploration
August 10, 2026
Conestee Nature Preserve is opening its trail system to visitors seeking a low-impact way to experience the sanctuary’s wildlife and landscapes. The preserve will host a Private Golf Cart Tour…
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Conestee Nature Preserve to host Great Southeast Pollinator Census event in Henderson Meadow
August 10, 2026
Conestee Nature Preserve is calling on Upstate nature lovers, families, and aspiring citizen scientists to lend a hand in regional conservation efforts later this month. On Saturday, August 22, 2026,…
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Early registration closing soon for The Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville
August 10, 2026
Early registration for the annual Andy Quattlebaum Tour de Plantersville cycling event is ending soon. Riders interested in taking advantage of discounted early registration rates are encouraged to register now…
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Out on the Strip: your weekly guide to what’s happening, where to eat, and what to do at Warehouse at Vaughn’s
August 5, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor There is a moment right around sunset when the string lights flip on over the turf at 109 West Trade Street, a live…
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Simpsonville downtown project officially underway following ceremonial groundbreaking
August 5, 2026
Construction on Downtown Simpsonville’s highly anticipated revitalization project is officially underway following a ceremonial groundbreaking held Tuesday, August 4. Local leadership, members of the Simpsonville City Council, and representatives from…
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Celebrate National Kids Track Trails Day in Georgetown County on August 15
August 5, 2026
Georgetown County Parks & Recreation invites families and outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate National Kids Track Trails Day on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The local celebration is part of the national…
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With community support, Lowcountry Land Trust raises over $10 million through the It Can’t Wait Campaign
August 5, 2026
Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to protecting land and water forever and connecting the community to conservation, announced the successful completion of the It Can’t Wait Campaign. Individual donors,…
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New pickleball courts dedicated at Kaminski Park in Georgetown
August 4, 2026
The City of Georgetown officially expanded its community recreational offerings today with the completion of six new pickleball courts at Kaminski Park in the West End neighborhood. “Georgetown has always…
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Dirt on the Strip: Finding My “Why” (Through Heat, Humidity, and Snap Peas)
August 3, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor If you walked into my kitchen right now, you’d see a scene that’s equal parts harvest haul and chaotic masterpiece: a heap of…
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