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- Country: United States
- Capital: Columbia
- Governor: Mark Sanford (R)scgovernor.com: SC Governor
- Population: 4,321,249 (2006 Estimate)U.S. Census Bureau: South Carolina
- Ranked the 24th most populated state
- Became state: May 23, 1788US Constitution: US Constitution
- Time Zone: EST
- Earthquake prone
- Largest earthquake was in 1886 at a 7.2 magnitude
- Major cities: Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Myrtle Beach
- Official state items: Carolina or Yellow Jessamine (flower), Palmetto (tree), Striped Bass (fish), Amethyst (gem), Peach (fruit), Whitetail Deer (animal)
- Area: (82,965 km2)
- Area Codes: 803, 843, 864
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South Carolina is a state on the southern east coast region of the United States. Bordered by North Carolina and Georgia, the state was one of the original thirteen colonies that declared independence during the American Revolution. Facing the Atlantic Ocean, the state is known for its beach towns, scenic driving routes, and golfing. It is also home to many military installations including Fort Jackson outside the Capital of Columbia in Richland county. South Carolina has the fabulous coastal areas including Hilton Head Island with its many vacation hotels and resorts.
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Parks, Monuments, Lakes
- Overmountain Victory Historic Trail
- Congaree National Park
- Fort Moultrie National Monument
- Fort Sumter National Monument
- Lake Marion
- Lake Strom Thurmond
- Lake Moultrie
South Carolina Sports
There is no major professional teams that hail from South Carolina although there are numerous minor league and college sports teams. The Charleston Battery soccer team draws stadium appeal as does the Clemson University Tigers football team. What is most popular in South Carolina is NASCAR which races at the Darlington Raceway and golfing which takes over much of Myrtle Beach during PGA events.
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South Carolina on Amazon
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South Carolina Questions
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Okay all of you from Charleston, SC. What do you recommend? Fort Sumpter Boat Tour, Ghost Tours, obviously lots of beach and pool time...? 1 AnswerCharleston has so much to offer! I recommend starting with a carriage ride - you'll get the lay of the land and a fun introduction to the rich history and beau... read more
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South Carolina News
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Clemson-South Carolina Football: What are they worth?
What is the value of star South Carolina linebacker Eric Norwood? Debated amongst college reformers, academics, politicians and the NCAA is what should they ... (November 27, 2009)Charleston Post Courier -
Downey helps South Carolina top Jacksonville 97-93
COLUMBIA, SC — Devan Downey scored 17 of his 34 points in the final 5 1/2 minutes to lead South Carolina over Jacksonville 97-93 on Friday night. ... (November 27, 2009)The Associated Press -
From Shadow to Limelight for a Governor's Wife
Mark Sanford of South Carolina continues to crumble, the career of his wife, Jenny Sanford, seems to be taking off. Jenny Sanford, left, the wife of South ... (November 27, 2009)New York Times -
Notre Dame women's basketball: Irish defense shuts down Gamecocks
Notre Dame limited South Carolina to 5-of-26 shooting in the second half (19 percent), and the No. 5-ranked Irish rolled to a 78-55 victory Friday in the ... (November 27, 2009)South Bend Tribune
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South Carolina on Amazon
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