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Paris Mountain and the ‘Scoundrel’ Who Named It

You may wonder why a mountain called Paris Mountain casts its shadow on the small town of Travelers…

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This Railroad ‘Junker’ Can’t Even Count Everything in His Collection

“I collect railroad junk. I study railroad junk and then write magazine articles about railroad junk,” says Raymond…

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Creative Councilwoman Makes Gift Shopping in Travelers Rest a Cinch

You want to shop local this holiday season. But maybe you’re not sure where to start? Thanks to…

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The Happiest Version of South Carolina You’ve Ever Seen

From the coast to the mountains, South Carolina is a sight to behold. But in the hands of…

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22 Incredible Sky Photos of Travelers Rest That Will Amaze You

All skies are created equal, right? Judge for yourself, but we think these head-turning sky pictures taken in…

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She’s the Former Mayor’s Wife . . . and the Secret Gardener of Travelers Rest

For Bess McCall, flowers are for cheering up a sick friend. For giving to your mother on her…

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National Geographic Calls Travelers Rest a ‘Pleasure Pedaling’ Destination

In its roundup of “pleasure pedaling” bike paths along the East Coast, National Geographic made mention of Travelers…

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10 Really Good Reasons We Love Travelers Rest

What’s so great about small town Travelers Rest, S.C.? We’re glad you asked. To be fair, the list…

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4 Unforgettable Sports Greats Who Trained in Travelers Rest

You’ve heard of these skilled athletes before; they’re known across the country and maybe even the world. But…

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This ‘Wood Whisperer’ Turns Dying Trees into Unusual Works of Art

Wood craftsman Jeff Cox doesn’t hug trees, that we know of. But he does speak to wood. Or,…

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7 Fascinating (and Potentially Famous) People Who Have Lived in Travelers Rest

Whether your family has lived in Travelers Rest for generations or you’ve recently moved into town, you can…

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Talk of the Town: ‘Jaw-Dropping Places in South Carolina’ Include Greenville County Landmarks

In a list of some of the most interesting places in South Carolina, OnlyinYourState.com gave props to Poinsett…

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