August 6, 2026

Elloree horse racing legend Franklin ‘Goree’ Smith dies at 82

Franklin Gregory “Goree” Smith Sr., the owner of the Elloree Training Center for 50 years, passed away on August 1 at the age of 82. …

August 6, 2026

Historic Donald Bruce House reflects Orangeburg’s colonial past

The Donald Bruce house, oldest in Orangeburg County, holds historical significance with ties to Revolutionary War, British occupation, and relocation, featuring unique 18th-century architecture. …

August 6, 2026

Elloree’s Flying Car remains a roadside landmark on U.S. 301

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