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“P” is for Port Royal, Battle of (November 7, 1861). The Battle of Port Royal culminated an amphibious operation designed to establish a United States military depot on the islands on the southeastern coast to carry out land and sea operations against the Confederacy.

In 1988, Clint Eastwood directed "Bird," a powerful biographical film about saxophone legend Charlie Parker.

Amanda McNulty reminisces about putting up her Christmas tree in her 19th century home.

“R” is for Rutledge, John (ca.1739-1800). Lawyer, jurist, governor.

Nina Simone was a singer, pianist, and force of nature. Born in Tryon, North Carolina, in 1933, she was classically trained but fused jazz, blues, gospel, and folk into a sound uniquely her own.

“C” is for Columbia (Richland County: 2020 population 136,632). Named for Christopher Columbus and created in 1786 as the nation's first truly planned capital city, Columbia has a unique history that took shape in the wilderness near the geographic center of South Carolina.

Wes Montgomery forever changed jazz guitar. Playing with his thumb instead of a pick, he created a warm, rounded tone that was instantly his own.

“C” is for Columbia, burning of (February 17-18, 1865)

Amanda McNulty explains the origin of her passion for colorful Christmas tree lights

“C “is for Clemson University. In 1888 Thomas G. Clemson left his Fort Hill property and an endowment to the state in order to create a separate agricultural college.