The Tragic Murder and Haunting of the Old Lincoln Academy The old site where the Lincoln Academy once stood, near Kings Mountain, North Carolina, is home to a tragic murder and haunting. Kathleen Smiley, from Atlanta, was found tied to a tree near the abandoned building on April 21, 1974, many years after the historic…
This Haunted Columbia, South Carolina Road is Home of ‘Ole Redeye’
Old State Road is one of the most haunted in South Carolina. During the Battle of Congaree Creek in 1865, Union troops slaughtered Confederate soldiers in this area. Some say you can still hear people walking and falling into the creek. Apparitions have been reported to carry lanterns in the darkness on this stretch of…
Legend of The Fort Fisher Hermit
One of the more interesting figures from North Carolina history is Robert E. Harrill, who is known to many as the Fort Fisher Hermit. Harrill was born on February 2, 1893, in Shelby, North Carolina. His early life was turbulent after being raised in an abusive family, and dealing with many struggles into adulthood. His…
Legend of the Brown Mountain Lights
The Blue Ridge Mountains are a beautiful destination that many people love, making them a popular choice for day trips or extended vacations. One drive through the twists and turns of Pisgah National Forest with panoramic views will leave you and your family with memories that will last for a lifetime. The calling and lure…
The Ghost of Barman Joe at The Bowery in Myrtle Beach
Imagine sitting at a bar for a round of spirits and then feeling an actual spirit tap you on the shoulder or a glimpse of one out of the corner of your eye. One bar in South Carolina is forever home to the band Alabama and a popular legend. The Bowery is a legendary music…
Is The McCelvey Center in York, South Carolina Haunted
The beautiful City of York, South Carolina, is home to a picturesque, walkable downtown area with eateries, a rich history, and a few notable haunts. One place with limited information available online regarding its paranormal dark side is the McCelvey Center, located at 212 E. Jefferson Street. The building once housed the Yorkville Female Institute,…
The Lady in White of Camp Lejeune
Camp Lejeune, located in Jacksonville, North Carolina, is a large military base in eastern North Carolina. It is also known as a paranormal hot spot with a famous resident specter, The Lady in White. Many have seen her apparition through the years at the guard gate late at night. Many stories have circulated about how…
Forgotten History of Duke’s Mayonnaise
It is almost tomato sandwich season in the South. Southerners know a few things about food, especially when it comes to our preferred mayonnaise. Duke’s Mayonnaise is a staple here, like sweet tea and fried food. While most of us use this tasty condiment, many may not know its background or why it is part…
The Haunting of The Anderson Municipal Business Center
The Anderson Municipal Business Center, located at 601 South Main Street, opened in August 2008. Less than a year later, the building captured national attention in June 2009 after images were caught on camera of objects moving around in the Anderson Credit Union Office. A white blur appeared on video, floating around the room and…
Montrose Cemetery: Night of the Living Dead
Montrose Cemetery, also known as Lowther’s Hill, is a historic cemetery located at 2864 SC-34 in Darlington County, South Carolina. According to many, it is also a paranormal hot spot that comes alive at night with screams and cries, with apparitions dancing around the graves to welcome the new visitors with open and cold arms….