The palmetto is South Carolina’s official state tree. Several palm species thrive in the South Carolina climate. Jason Lee For many folks, nothing says life at the beach like a palm tree in the ...

Historic cities, beaches, islands, plantations and southern hospitality are some of what South Carolina is known for.

Cheers could be heard throughout the hallways at South Florence High School Wednesday afternoon as the school was announced as the winner of the Palmetto’s Finest award.