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South Carolina

Located in the southeastern part of the United States, South Carolina consists of 46 counties with a total population of approximately 4.62 million as of 2010. The state’s largest and capital city is Colombia.

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Where is the Pickens County Museum Of Art And History in Pickens South Carolina located?

The address of the Pickens County Historical Society is: Po Box 775, Pickens, SC 29671

What is an important industry in South Carolina?

The 2007 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report states that, although manufacturing still plays a big role in the State's economy, South Carolina's economic base has become more diversified including growth in leisure and hospitality, retail trade and service. Employment in the State's manufacturing sector has been declining and now represents only about 14%, a decrease from 16% over the past five years.

Non-durable goods manufacturing, primarily related to the textile and apparel industry, has seen the greatest decline over the past five years. Offsetting these declines was growth in the manufacturing of other goods, such as the production of transportation equipment, fabricated metals, and chemicals.

The strongest employment gains have been in the State's service sector which has risen from 34% of total employment to 37% during the past five years. This sector, fueled by tourism, educational, and healthcare industries has contributed to a more diversified overall employment base and improved income levels.

The tobacco industry in South Carolina is key.

So are fishing and tourism.

What is the highest temperature in South Carolina in summer?

about 150 kelvin in winter, so add 100 for summer... just like everywhere else...

What is the state fish of South Carolina?

The General Assembly of 2005 named the Southern Appalachian Brook Trout as the official Freshwater Trout for the State of North Carolina (Session Laws, 2005, c. 387). The General Assembly of 2005 named the Southern Appalachian Brook Trout as the official Freshwater Trout for the State of North Carolina (Session Laws, 2005, c. 387).

How many nautical miles from Myrtle Beach South Carolina to Morocco?

The distance between the above places is approximately equal to 720 nautical miles. To convert miles to nautical miles, multiply the miles by 0.86. This is point to point straight distance. The actual distance will change according to the route.

What is the smallest county in South Carolina?

, i do alot of research on the southern states and i believe the smallest population in a town located in South Carolina would be Waterloo...pop 203, then it would be Lowrys...pop 207 and then comes elko...pop 212. i hope this helps. good luck.

How many aquariums are in South Carolina?

There is only one aquarium in South Carolina. It is the South Carolina Aquarium that is located in Charleston, South Carolina.

Why is sc called the palmetto state?

The Palmetto Tree (aka, Cabbage Palm) is the State Tree of South Carolina. In the Revolutionary War, Palmetto Tree logs were used to build a fort on Sullivan's Island in South Carolina to defend the state against British attackers. The Palmetto Tree was named the official State Tree in 1939. This is why the Palmetto Tree is on the flag, to show respect and rememberance to the tree that help defend our State.

What year was south Carolina founded and by who?

North Carolina, Massachusetts, South Carolina Pennsylvania, Georgia, Virginia, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Connecticut, New York , and Rhode island were all English settlements during the colonies. Though, New York, New Jersey, and New Hampshire were once Dutch colonies taken over by the English.

How long is a flight from Maryland to South Carolina?

Well, lets see. Boston is in Massachusetts. Massachusetts is like 4 or 5 states away from South Carolina. So Figure like 14 hours utilizing a car and around 6-10 hours utilizing an airplane.

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Does University of South Carolina have reciprocity for NC Undergrad students?

The "Academic Common Market" is the program for southern/southeastern states.

The Academic Common Market is a tuition-savings program for college students in the 16 SREB member states who want to pursue degrees that are not offered by their in-state institutions. Students can enroll in out-of-state institutions that offer their degree program, and pay only the in-state tuition rates. Hundreds of undergraduate and graduate programs are available for residents of SREB states. Academic Common Market/Regional Contract Program

What are the population for Rock Hill in South Carolina?

As of July 2011, there were 71,459 people residing in the city limits.

Which region is home to the Gullah people?

During slavery, some of them came directly from Africa...West and Central Africa. For example: My gullah descendants are from the West Indies, Mandinka, and Yoruba tribe. Others came from the West indies. So we are a mixture of African and West Indian. Slave Traders went to Africa first, travel through the West Indies (they stop there as well), and stop in South Carolina.

They live in the Sea Islands of South Carolina and Georgia.

What is the zipcode of outer banks south Carolina?

The following information lists the zip codes for each city located within the Outer Banks and Southern Outer Banks of North Carolina:

The Outer BanksBodie Island
  • Carova Beach - 27927
  • Corolla - 27927
  • Duck - 27949
  • Kitty Hawk - 27949
  • Kill Devil Hills - 27948
  • Nags Head - 27959
  • Southern Shores - 27949
Roanoke Island
  • Manteo - 27954
  • Wanchese - 27981
Hatteras Island
  • Avon - 27915
  • Buxton - 27920
  • Frisco - 27936
  • Hatteras - 27943
  • Rodanthe - 27968
  • Salvo - 27972
  • Waves - 27982
Ocracoke Island
  • Ocracoke - 27960
Cape Lookout National Seashore - 28531
  • Portsmouth Island - (uninhabited)
  • Core Banks - (uninhabited)
  • Shackleford Banks - (uninhabited)
Southern Outerbanks - Crystal Coast
  • Atlantic - 28511
  • Atlantic Beach - 28512
  • Beaufort - 28516
  • Bogue - 28570
  • Broad Creek, North Carolina - 28570
  • Camp Lejeune/Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base - 28542 and 28547
  • Cape Carteret - 28584
  • Cape Lookout National Seashore - 28531
  • Cedar Point - 28584
  • Emerald Isle - 28594
  • Fort Macon - 28512
  • Hammocks Beach (Bear Island) - 28539 and 28584
  • Harkers Island - 28531
  • Indian Beach - 28512
  • Morehead City - 28557
  • Newport - 28570
  • Peletier - 28584
  • Pine Knoll Shores - 28512
  • Salter Path - 28575
  • Sealevel - 28577 and 28581
  • Shackleford Banks - 28531
  • Swansboro - 28584

How many house of representatives does South Carolina have?

Following the 2010 Census, South Carolina has 7 seats in the US House of Representatives (gained 1).

The representatives for the 113th Congress (2013-2014) are, by district:

1. Mark Sanford (R)

2. Joe Wilson (R)

3. Jeff Duncan (R)

4. Trey Gowdy (R)

5. Mick Mulvaney (R)

6. Jim Clyburn (D)

7. Tom Rice (R)

Does South Carolina have schools?

Schools are always one of the first organizations that any colony starts - that and churches.

How much does unemployment pay in South Carolina?

Your weekly benefits would be 50% of your normal weekly wages, with these limitations: the total maximum amount is the lesser of 1) 26 times the weekly benefit, or 1/3 of the total base period wages. Base period is the first 4 quarters of the last 5 complete quarters worked. See the Related Link below.