«The Times and Democrat» (thetandd.com)

This column originally appeared in January 2015.

The history of South Carolina State University from 2003-2012 includes presidency changes, financial scandals, accreditation challenges, and internal investigations.

The Stroman House, a Neo-Classical residence built in 1926, was home to landowners in Orangeburg County, known for its tragic history and rumored paranormal activity.

In 2013, a mysterious V-shaped tree grew near Elizabeth Evelyn Wright's grave at Voorhees College, symbolizing divine intervention and honoring the school's legacy.

The Elloree Heritage Museum & Cultural Center showcases rural life in South Carolina from 1800s-1900s. Award-winning museum with hands-on exhibits, art gallery, and historic artifacts.

In 1937, a football game between USC and The Citadel was interrupted by a spectator in a brown suit, leading to a fight and a patriotic moment before the game resumed.

The exact date of its construction is lost in history.

The history of Orangeburg aviation dates back to the 1930s, with significant milestones including the founding of the Breakfast Club and the Aviation Memorial at Orangeburg Municipal Airport.

Oliver Cromwell Dawson served for many years as a professor, athletic director, coach and administrator at South Carolina State College.

This feature about the history of Branchville's Branch Junction was initially published in the Times and Democrat series in 2014, as part of "100 Objects in 100 Days."