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Area Info
The South Carolina Low Country represents a broad stretch of coast beginning at the Georgia border, sweeping past the historic colonial port of Charleston, and continuing to the North Carolina border just beyond vibrant Myrtle Beach, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Southeast, and the location of many retirement communities.
This northern stretch is more properly called "the Grand Strand." The beach itself is over 60 miles of white sand, from North Carolina to Georgetown, and is popular for swimming, surfing, sailing--even bicycling. And Myrtle Beach proudly claims to be the world capital of golfing: more than 120 courses exist in the area.
Beyond the Grand Strand begins the low country proper, characterized by an indented coastline dotted with small towns and dominated by Charleston, one of the truly great cities of America. Since 1670, Charleston has survived fire, earthquake, war, flood and hurricane with its unique character and culture intact. It zealously guards its historical character, requiring new construction to blend with the gracious architecture of older days.
South of Charleston is the charming town of Beaufort, site of numerous Hollywood productions (most notably "The Big Chill") that made use of its antebellum character. Further south lies Hilton Head, one of the most popular resorts in the South, attracting 2.5 million visitors each year—from families with young children to the ultra-rich patronizing its world-class hotels, restaurants, and golf courses.
Articles
Local News for Charleston South Carolina from Charleston.net
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In response to growing demands for information about public spending during this recession, the city of Charleston has posted the salaries of full-time employees on its Web site. "The mayor j...
Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am
It's been an unusually harsh winter here in the Lowcountry. Weeks and weeks of cold, wet days followed by weeks and weeks of cold, wet days. We've complained to each other privatel...
Ex-chairman: Gas tax 'inadequate' for roads
Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am
South Carolina road funding woes are related to the state 16-cent-per-gallon gasoline tax that has not been raised in more than 20 years while fuel prices have skyrocketed, said Henry Taylor, who re...
$40 Bridge Run bibs in short supply
Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am
With one week to go before the 33rd Cooper River Bridge Run and Walk, those who do not register soon may still be able to get in -- but at a price. That price may be $150 and being placed in the c...
Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am
The 33rd Cooper River Bridge Run and Walk is a week away, and The Post and Courier will tell you in print and online everything you need to know to participate and follow the events. On the Web...
Citadel's astronaut shares adventure
Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am
Marine Lt. Col. Bresnik
'Sick City Blues' at local church
Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am
Scientific studies have shown that diesel exhaust from trucks, trains and ships has an effect on health.
Mar 20, 2010 4:00 am
Many Lowcountry residents who went to Haiti to nurture and comfort victims of the Jan. 12 earthquake may now need some nurturing and comforting themselves, according to the Rev. Rob Dewey, senior ch...
