5 Fall Fun Things to Do in South Carolina This Year
I love road trips and I love fall scenery, but I’m not one to enjoy hours-long scenic car trips. I want to see and do on my weekend adventures. Can you relate?. This year the Farmers Almanac predicts that the best time for Fall color in South Carolina is October 19th through November 4th. Though the prediction doesn’t start until next weekend, avoid the crowds, and consider visiting any one of these this weekend instead. This list has both fall fun and color from the Upstate to the Midlands to the coast. (No pumpkin patches, I promise).
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As a traveling military spouse, I love to have pieces of local art from each place we live. A few years ago we stumbled upon the Atalaya Art Festival and I knew I would have to visit every year I could.
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My first year as a military spouse in South Carolina was in 2014. Having grown up in landlocked Kentucky, I couldn’t wait to get to the beach. Day trips to the coast became part of our regular lives for the next 5 years.
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My granny would say as she pointed her index finger at me. That’s all it took for me to stop whatever I was doing. Touching a knick-knack in a store. Talking over an adult. Sneaking candy from a tin. Rummaging through her drawers.
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Did you know that summer is peak moving season in the US? An estimated 80% of moves take place during these months. Here in El Paso, that number may be higher considering that Fort Bliss has around 160,000 Servicemembers (and families).
Read full storyThis Tucked Away South Carolina State Park is Perfect for Everyone
Scenery from the Coquina hiking trailAuthors archives. Tucked away in the midlands sits Poinsett State Park. A 1000-acre park complete with cabins, campsites, trails, history, and a 10-acre lake. Located in Sumter County, roughly a 45-minute drive from Columbia.
Read full story5 Waterfall Hikes Near Upstate South Carolina
I grew up near Carter Caves State Park, Kentucky. Because of this, the scenery became familiar to me and I stopped visiting. I missed the magic of the caves, the views, and the water.
Read full storyVisit Swan Lake Iris Gardens for a Floral Treat
Ever heard of Swan Lake? No, not the Tchaikovsky ballet. The floral wonderland in the midlands of South Carolina. Located in Sumter, this free public park is worth the day trip. It’s the only park in the United States to feature all eight species of swans as well as several Japanese Iris.
Read full storyThis Topiary Garden in South Carolina is a Must See
Traveling through South Carolina? Don’t miss this topiary garden along the way. Located about an hour from Columbia, off I-20E and US-15 sits Bishopville, SC. A left turn onto Broad Acres Rd, just a half-mile from the exit, you’ll find the work of renowned topiary artist, Pearl Fryar.
Read full story5 Things to Do in Asheville, NC
Ah, Asheville. Nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains, this big but quaint town is a must-visit. With an eclectic mix of coffee shops, history, mountain views, tourist stops, and craft breweries there’s something for everyone.
Read full storyCommunity Meetings for Discussion on Proposed Electric Rate Increase
By request of the City Council of El Paso, El Paso Electric (EPE) will host several upcoming community meetings to discuss their proposed rate increase. According to the state statute, EPE must file a base rate case every four years. The last base rate case was filed in 2017. This year, it must be filed no later than mid-December 2021. In June, EPE filed an application with the Public Utility Commission (PUC) of Texas to increase rates by 13.36%. According to EPE, this increase would work out to $11.76 for the average customer utilizing 686 kilowatt-hours per month.
Read full storyCity of El Paso Holding Recycling Challenge to Reduce Contamination Rate by 2023
The Environmental Services Department (ESD) of El Paso has launched a new challenge for citizens. The goal of the challenge is to reduce the contamination rate for recyclables. The city experiences a higher-than-average rate of contaminants included in recycling.
Read full story5 of the Best Breweries in South Carolina's Midlands
The first time I moved to South Carolina in 2014, I fell in love with the whole state. The culture, the people, the food, the beer. If you live near Columbia or are passing through, you can't miss these 5 breweries.
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For years, I prided myself on being put together. My house was always clean. Chores completed. Meals healthy. Workouts accomplished. If you called or text me, I answered or responded. Usually, immediately.
Read full storyWhat is the Infamous INFJ Door Slam?
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Read full storyAre You A Conversational Narcissist? Here's How To Tell And What To Do About It
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Person behind coffee cup with text that reads "See the good"Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash. Years ago, as a young military spouse, I attended a book luncheon. It was hosted by, (what military culture terms) a seasoned spouse — a title bestowed on military-affiliated folks meaning experienced.
Read full storyAre you Overlooking CPTSD? 9 Signs to Check
Person holding face in handsBy RODNAE Productions from Pexe. When I married, I married a military guy. At the time, rapid, back-to-back deployments to the Middle East were the norm. I learned all the signs and symptoms of PTSD. What to look for. How this could present. What to do. When to call for help.
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