A Spooky Stroll: Agnes of Glasgow’s Haunted Grave in Camden, SC Before the sun sets and the shadows stretch longer, Camden, South Carolina, transforms into a landscape of whispers and eerie tales. Among its historic streets and ancient oaks lies the haunting story of Agnes of Glasgow—a tale steeped in tragedy, love, and restless spirits. […]
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The Importance of Road Safety: Sharing the Road with Walkers, Bikers, and Pedestrians Kershaw County is home to scenic trails and beautiful roadways, attracting walkers, bikers, and pedestrians who enjoy the great outdoors. As more people take to the streets and trails, whether for exercise, commuting, or leisure, it’s crucial to emphasize the importance of
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The Importance of Getting Outside for Mental and Physical Health: A Guide for Children and Seniors In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, the simple act of getting outside is often overlooked. Yet, spending time in nature has a profound impact on both mental and physical health, especially for children and seniors. At KC Trails, we
On Saturday, 11/6/21, Leoncia Cruz, Environmental Education Specialist at the Clemson Lloyd project, hosted KC Trails to a “Sneak Peek” at the Lloyd Project, an 800-acre nature preserve. In addition to Leoncia and Clemson representatives, KC Trails, City of Camden, and Kershaw County personnel attended. Leoncia provided an overview of the Lloyd Project to include
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You may have seen some new signs alongside the road in Kershaw County. You’ll see these signs along Highway 1 in Camden, Lugoff and Elgin; near Goodale State Park and Lake Wateree, at recycling centers, and dozens of other locations throughout the county. They’re the brainchild of Fiona Martin, an avid cyclist, world-class triathlete and
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(This article was originally published in the KC Current.) The Coronavirus pandemic has changed the lives of Kershaw County residents significantly. We’re in the midst of uncertain times, and we’re facing an unsure future. But if there is a silver lining to this cloud, it’s the noticeable increase of adults, children, and families getting outdoors
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Following our previous article regarding everyone’s right to the road, we take a special look at pedestrians using the road. This includes people who are walking to school, work, and running errands, and the many Kershaw County citizens who run or walk for exercise and recreation. Let’s start by acknowledging that Kershaw County doesn’t have
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(This article was originally published in the KC Current.) There is no doubt that Kershaw County is growing. Our population has grown 18.42% since 2000, which is above the state average of 17.83% and well above the national average of 11.61%. But we don’t need statistics to tell us that. In Elgin and Lugoff, new
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That beautiful park by the river has been renamed Veteran’s Park. Read article in the Camden Chronicle.
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On Saturday, July 16, 2022, the “Yakking the River” event took place and hundreds of paddlers floated down the Wateree RIver from the Wateree Lake Dam to the Camden Environmental Park (175 Bramblewood Plantation Rd, Camden, SC) which lies on the Wateree between Highway 1 and I-20. The annual event is hosted and managed
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