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...]
Georgetown, SC Rising: A Look at the City’s Dramatic Growth & Downtown Revival
Join host Scott Richards and Main Street Director Al Joseph for an insightful look into the remarkable transformation sweeping across Georgetown, SC. This video dives deep into the revitalization of the city's historic business district, known as Front Street and Main Street, which is now bustling with new businesses thanks in part to the catalytic presence of The George … [Read more...]
Craven’s Grant: Georgetown’s Next Crown Jewel of Waterfront Development
In 1663, Lord Craven, along with seven other lords proprietors, was rewarded a massive charter of land in return for his loyalty and fealty to England’s King Charles II. Craven’s grant, which stretched along the coast from North Carolina to Georgia, included a 140-acre plot that hugged the Southern banks of the Sampit River opposite from the port city of Georgetown, which was … [Read more...]
Bending With The Times: Georgetown Steel Mill Redevelopment to Revitalize Riverfront
On Oct. 13, 1967, an article for a special edition of The Georgetown Times informed its readers that a German-based company called Korf Industries had chosen a 30-acre tract of land along the banks of the Sampit River as the site where it would develop the Georgetown Steel Corporation. The report stated that the $700,000 manufacturing facility would offer approximately 200 jobs … [Read more...]
Georgetown’s Transformation: Beyond the Steel Mill, Towards a New Future
In the debut episode of Georgetown the Podcast, host Scott Richard welcomes Publisher Bill Macchio for an insightful conversation about the past, present, and future of Georgetown, South Carolina, a gem nestled along the renowned Hammock Coast. Scott and Bill reminisce about the days when Georgetown was primarily a point of passage for those journeying between the bustling … [Read more...]
Guardians of the Coast: Tour of Lighthouses
The Georgetown Lighthouse Built in 1801 out of cypress wood, the lighthouse on North Island guided passenger and trade ships from the Atlantic through Winyah Bay and into the thriving port city of Georgetown. When a hurricane ripped it apart in 1806, a second lighthouse was built in its place, this time with bricks and mortar. Completed in 1811, the 90-foot structure has … [Read more...]