Richburg

Midlands

All rooms on first level; Jacuzzi and whirlpool rooms. Outdoor pool, continental breakfast and restaurants nearby. Pets allowed. Discounts available. Read More

Chester

Midlands

The present brick church, the third on this site, was completed in 1842 by David Lyle. The congregation was established in 1759 and is believed to be one of the oldest in the county. A granite marker states there were 62 men from the church who served in... Read More

Blackstock

Midlands

Burrel Hemphill, a slave in the household of Robert Hemphill during the Civil War, was reportedly tortured to death by Union troops for refusing to disclose the location of the family's silverware and other valuables. A monument erected in his honor... Read More

Chester

Midlands

Fishdam Ford was the site of the battle on November 9, 1780, in which Gen. Thomas Sumter's men repelled a night assault by Maj. James Wemyss and the British 63rd Regiment. Gen. Sumter had camped at Fishdam Ford in order to draw off troops from Lord... Read More

Richburg

Midlands

Front Porch Restaurant was "farm to table" before it was cool. Joe and Elizabeth Gaston established Front Porch in 1984, just minutes from the farm, in an old house originally constructed in 1957. Many of our menu items are from local farmers, and almost... Read More

Chester

Midlands

Chester's Historic District, placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, features a number of eclectic architectural styles. The brochures for self-guided walking tour provide a history on the development of Chester, with interesting... Read More