For the last 36 years, locals and visitors from across the Southeast and beyond have eagerly anticipated attending the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show, held every third weekend of October. Boasting more than 100 classic wooden boats ranging in size from canoes to yachts displayed on land and water, the three-day admission-free maritime festival takes place on the waterfront and … [Read more...]
Lushful Living at 288 Tipperary Place, Pawleys Island, SC
Renowned for their expansive estate lots, majestic oak-lined landscapes and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Waccamaw River, the Prince George Ocean and Prince George River communities are reserved for those seeking the finest in Lowcountry living. Blending marshland serenity with coastal beauty, the gated community offers access to an unspoiled beach, a spacious … [Read more...]
Brookgreen Gardens is More Than Just a Garden with Lauren Joseph, VP of Marketing
Discover the remarkable story behind Brookgreen Gardens, a place born from an incredible journey. In this episode, we're joined by Lauren Joseph, VP of Marketing at Brookgreen Gardens, to reveal how founders Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington came to call South Carolina home and how their passion blossomed into the breathtaking 9,000-acre property we know today. We'll … [Read more...]
Beaches of Their Own: Magnolia & McKenzie Beach
Two miles north of the Hammock Coast Shops at Pawleys Island there is a stretch of land on the south side of Ocean Highway where a decrepit old building lies in ruin. If its walls could talk, the abandoned structure, surrounded by a fence and “No Trespassing” signs, would tell the stories of the McKenzie family and the unique experiences they created for Blacks during the Jim … [Read more...]
The Sleepiest Beach Town Pawleys Island: One of America’s Oldest Seaside Resorts
Pawleys Island welcomes travelers with a roadside sign claiming that the area is the “Oldest Seaside Resort in America.” While it is certainly “one of the oldest” vacation spots in the country, the declarative statement is misleading. In 1711, an early colonial settler named Percival Pawley received a royal grant of land along the Waccamaw Neck, which according to Susan … [Read more...]
Pushing the Pencil: Miss Ruby’s School Colors Outside the Lines
In 1905, Ruby Ethel Middleton was born in Charleston. After attending the Avery Institute downtown (now the Avery Research Center), she matriculated to South Carolina State College where she earned a bachelor’s degree. Not long after she began her teaching career in 1924, she married the Rev. William Essex Forsythe, who oversaw the Holy Cross Faith Memorial Church and School on … [Read more...]
Waterfront Paradise Found: Living in Craven’s Grant, Georgetown SC
Ever dreamed of waterfront living? Join host Scott Richards as he sits down with Tim Heustess, a retired resident of Craven's Grant, a stunning waterfront community on Winyah Bay in Georgetown, SC. Tim shares his journey – from where he started to how he found his dream home in this picturesque development. Get an insider's look at what life is really like in Craven's … [Read more...]
Georgetown, SC: Where History Meets the Future with Beth Stedman
Join us on a fascinating journey through time as we explore the past, present, and future of Georgetown, South Carolina! In this episode, your host Scott Richard sits down with Beth Stedman, President and CEO of the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce, to uncover the rich history and exciting evolution of this charming city. Discover Georgetown's deep roots as South … [Read more...]
Don’t Miss a Beat! 2025 Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art with Susan Bryant
Join host Scott Richards as he sits down with Susan Bryant, Executive Director of the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art (PIFMA), for a sneak peek at this year's highly anticipated October event! Discover why PIFMA, just a short 10-minute drive from Georgetown and easily accessible for our friends in Mount Pleasant and Charleston, is a must-attend cultural … [Read more...]
Georgetown’s New Gem: The Making of The George Hotel
Get the inside story on The George Hotel, Georgetown's exciting new addition! Host Bill Macchio sits down for a compelling conversation with Christy Whitlock, a Realtor and developer with The Litchfield Company, and Sarah Rose, a freelance writer and interior designer. Learn the incredible behind-the-scenes efforts that went into bringing this project to fruition, including … [Read more...]