Home Team BBQ in Greenville serves up smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, strong frozen cocktails, local craft beer, and six house-made sauces that showcase Southern barbecue traditions. Here’s why this Laurens Road favorite has become one of Greenville’s most popular gathering spots.
A summer storm, a hilltop that stayed dry, and a story that has inspired generations. Discover how Miracle Hill Ministries got its name and why this Pickens County landmark remains one of the Upstate’s most fascinating pieces of history.
Clemson offers diverse accommodation options for football weekends, campus visits, and family getaways. Popular choices include downtown hotels like The Abernathy and The Shepherd Hotel, scenic stays at Clemson University’s James F. Martin Inn, and vacation rentals around Lake Hartwell. Booking early is crucial, especially during major events.
A passing summer storm gave way to a stunning rainbow over Furman University’s iconic lake, creating a scene that perfectly captured the beauty of the Upstate. With Paris Mountain in the background, calm waters reflecting the sky, and the historic bell tower standing watch, it was one of those fleeting moments that reminds us to slow down and appreciate the world around us.
Before pharmacies, urgent care centers, and modern medicine, mountain families relied on home remedies and generations of folk wisdom. From onion syrup for coughs and sourwood honey for colds to warnings about black cats, broken mirrors, and rocking chairs, these Appalachian traditions offer a fascinating glimpse into life in the Upstate’s past. Some remedies may have worked, others were rooted in superstition, but all were part of the rich cultural heritage passed down through generations in the Blue Ridge foothills.
The Pickens Flea Market has been a Wednesday tradition in Upstate South Carolina for decades. With hundreds of vendors selling everything from fishing gear and tools to antiques, collectibles, clothing, and unique treasures, every visit offers something new to discover. Whether you’re hunting for bargains or simply enjoying the atmosphere, it’s one of the region’s most popular destinations for treasure hunters and weekend explorers alike.
Founded in 1893, Travelers Rest United Methodist Church offers a unique glimpse into the history of one of the Upstate’s fastest-growing communities. The original chapel still stands beside the modern sanctuary, creating a living timeline of faith and local history in downtown Travelers Rest.
From historic railroad equipment and the famous Travelers Rest mural to wooded bridges and the new Rad Rabbit 2 mountain bike trail, the Swamp Rabbit Trail offers far more than a simple bike path. Here’s why one of the Upstate’s most popular destinations keeps getting better.
For generations, stories of Easley’s mysterious Troll Bridge have been passed down through late-night conversations, campfires, and local folklore. From tales of strange cries in the darkness to cars that wouldn’t start, the legend became one of the area’s most enduring mysteries. But where was Troll Bridge, and what stories do you remember hearing? Help us preserve this fascinating piece of Easley history.
Hidden deep within Appalachian folklore is the story of the Rootman—a mountain healer who relied on herbs, roots, prayers, and generations of knowledge to help his community long before modern medicine reached the hills. Part herbalist, part healer, and part keeper of old traditions, the Rootman remains one of the most fascinating figures in mountain history.