The Devil’s Crossroads is a spot in Newberry, South Carolina. No one knows why the intersection earned its nickname, but it may have ties to a tavern that once occupied this corner. Trying to cross this road at night after a few pints of beer could have been a devil. Today, the Devil’s Crossroads are…
Is The Former Army & Navy store in Greenville Haunted
One of the oldest downtown buildings, the old Greenville Army & Navy store at 660 S. Main Street, is said to be haunted by the original owner. Veteran Harry Zaglin opened the store in 1946 and passed away in 1995, leaving the business to his son, Jeff. His son ultimately relocated to Laurens Road. It’s…
The South Carolina Video Poker Boom of the 1990s
The late 1990s provided visitors with numerous opportunities and reasons to visit South Carolina from neighboring states. One of the biggest was in the way of gambling, thanks to video poker casinos that seemed to pop up overnight on state lines. The bright lights of these establishments lured the brave, who sought a little lady…
World War II Bombing Ranges: Bombs over Lake Murray
In the middle of Lake Murray sits a piece of land that holds an extensive history behind it. Doolittle Island, also commonly known as Bomb Island, was the location of bombing practices for American airmen during World War II. These Islands were used for many types of practice runs. In which crews dropped flare, incendiary,…
The Rise and Fall of Heritage USA
The Christmas season always reminds me of the glistening lights that once illuminated the winter skyline of the Christian-themed village Heritage USA in the 1980s. It was the third-largest theme park by attendance, with a staggering five million visitors per year, behind only the Walt Disney parks in Orlando and Anaheim. For a moment, the…
The Haunting of the 1927 Lake Lure Inn and Spa: Lake Lure, North Carolina
Western North Carolina in October is gorgeous, with foliage changing colors. A quick drive on U.S. 64 from Hendersonville through Chimney Rock Village and into Lake Lure is the perfect nature therapy. Another treasure awaits travelers across from beautiful Lake Lure on the edge of the small mountain community. The majestic, historic 1927 Lake Lure…
The Collapse of S.C. Country Stores
Country stores were a mix of local politics and commerce, with a dab of church revival on top. They provided a much-needed service for rural residents looking to grab a soda, play a game of checkers, or follow up on the latest news. While we still have locally owned convenience stores alongside big-box retailers, nothing…