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Steepled in Tradition Horse industry remains strong

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South Carolina Welcome to Kershaw County, South Carolina Come explore why companies such as Target Distribution Center, Haier, Dana Corporation, Covidien and Hengst USA, among many others call Kershaw County home. With close proximity to Columbia, Kershaw offers the best of both worlds with a small-town atmosphere and access to metropolitan amenities.

For companies located in the community, Kershaw County provides: •

Excellent transportation access with Interstate 20 in Kershaw County and I-95, I-77 and I-26 within 40 minutes.

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Air service available through Columbia Metropolitan Airport 45 minutes away and Charlotte International Airport within 1.5 hours.

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Skilled workforce of over 225,000 within a 30-mile radius.

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Four fully serviced industrial/office parks located on Interstate 20 with close proximity to Columbia.

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New Workforce Development Center to train workers for new and existing companies.

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Superior quality of life with an excellent school system and progressive healthcare system.

For more information on how your business can thrive in Kershaw County, contact: Kershaw County Economic Development Office (803) 425-7685 econ.develop@kershaw.sc.gov www.kershawcountysc.org

Life lived well.

Major Employers: Target Distribution Center, Dana Corporation, Haier, S.C. Yutaka Technologies, Kawashima Textiles USA, WeylChem, Invista, Ahlstrom

P.O. Box 763 80 Campus Dr. Camden, SC 29021 (803) 425-7685 tel (803) 425-7687 fax

www.kershawcountysc.org

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in Camden, South Carolina experience the unexpected in a little place we call “home.”

• The breathtaking architecture of our historic district and downtown • An elaborate park system right downtown • A first-rate health care and education system • A community dedicated to the equine industry • A fine arts center that brings in world renowned entertainment • Revolutionary war reenactments and first-hand geneaology research at the city’s archives • Located only 30 miles from the capital city

1000 Lyttleton St. • Camden, SC 29021 • (803) 432-2421 • E-mail: contact@camdensc.org • www.cityofcamden.org

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Member Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce project manager Courtney Seiter On the cover Jockeys jump horses at the Carolina First Carolina Cup. Photo by Todd Bennett

8 Steepled in Tradition Kershaw County’s centuries-old horse industry is moving at a full gallop.

12 Living History Revisit America’s memorable past in historic Kershaw County.

16 learning as they grow Central Carolina Technical College expands to meet the needs of Kershaw County.

d e pa r tm e nt s 4 Almanac 20 Biz Briefs 22 Chamber Report 23 Economic Profile 24 Local Flavor 26 Arts & Culture 28 Health & Wellness 29 Education 30 Sports & Recreation 32 Community Profile 33 Business Guide

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Welcome to Kershaw County An introduction to the area’s people, places and events

Strike a Chord Sounds great: The Carolina Downhome Blues Festival celebrates its 14th anniversary in early October 2010.

The annual three-day weekend in Camden features 30 blues acts performing at 15 different sites throughout the community. The types of blues performed includes classic soul, horn-driven funk, blues rock and acoustic blues, and audiences can experience acts close up on several stages.

Aside from the blues festival, visitors can also enjoy antique shops in Camden along with good restaurants, historic homes, the Camden Revolutionary War Site and equestrian activities.

Festival prices are $10 on Thursday, $15 Friday and $15 Saturday, or $35 for a weekend pass.

Good Baked Goods Good things come in small packages. Just ask the staff at Mulberry Market Bake Shop.

The tiny business on East Dekalb Street in Camden is a local favorite for customers who enjoy baked treats, and the shop also specializes in gift baskets and gift items. Mulberry Market has also built up a great reputation for wedding cakes.

But its small and delicious pastries are the main reason why the business has such a large following.

Among its product lineup are almond Danish pastries, tangy lemon bars, macaroons and divine cheese sticks made with European butter.

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Art and Soul The Artists’ Attic in Camden houses nine artists under one roof, and the interesting cooperative even welcomes visitors who want a glimpse of the creative process.

The studio is on South Broad Street. The artists work in a variety of mediums, and classes can be scheduled for children and adults.

Camden is also home to a couple of other art centers. Dovetails features custom bench-crafted furniture made to a client’s specifications from woods that include pine, walnut, cypress, maple and cherry.

Rutledge Street Gallery offers a variety of original works from regional and national artists. Many art specialties are represented, including Chinese antique furniture.

Fun Things To Do in Kershaw County n Catch the action at the Carolina Cup or Colonial Cup, Kershaw County’s famed steeplechase events. n Drop a line at Lake Wateree, a prime spot for fishing and boating. n Swing by South Carolina Equine Park’s 40 acres of land designed for all kinds of horse competitions and spectator sports. n Brush up on your history with a driving, walking, or carriage tour through Camden Historic District, comprised of more than 60 preserved homes and buildings. n Embrace your inner artist at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County, offering everything from theater performances to an art gallery and arts education building. n Play a round or two at the Camden Country Club, an 18-hole championship golf course.

Strut Like Chickens The Bethune Chicken Strut is an annual festival in early May that includes rides, vendors, street dances, live music and equine events.

Other attractions are a parade, championship rodeo, truck and tractor pull and a baseball tournament. Most activities are held on the grounds of Bethune Elementary School. One major highlight of the festival is the Colgate Country Showdown. It is a regional singing competition with the winner advancing to Atlanta and then to Nashville for a $100,000 recording contract. Martina McBride is a past national winner, and so is LeAnn Rimes.

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Gaining Seniority Camden is home to two excellent assisted living facilities for seniors.

Morningside Assisted Living and Springdale Health Center offer a variety of health-care and senior living services.

Morningside residents typically don’t need skilled nursing care but may need assistance with some aspects of daily life.

They live in their own private apartment in the community but have the support and services they need while continuing to be as independent and active as possible.

At Springdale Health Care Center, extended-stay nursing care is provided to seniors with varying degrees of disabilities.

Clean Sweep Susan Simpson would have thrived in early America.

Simpson is owner of The Broom Place, where she still uses antique machinery to make brooms just as they were made in previous centuries. Her business is located in the historic Boykin district, in a restored settler’s home that was constructed around 1740.

She dyes her broom straw in bright colors of red, blue, green and yellow, then cuts and soaks the straw so that it becomes flexible.

It can then be wrapped in layers around custom-carved wooden handles and then sewn securely.

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location Kershaw County is in north-central South Carolina; it is part of the Columbia metro area.

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beginnings Kershaw County was formed in 1791 from parts of Claremont, Lancaster, Fairfield, and Richland counties. It is named for Joseph Kershaw, an early settler. Camden is the county seat. contact information Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce 607 S. Broad St. P.O. Box 605 Camden, SC 29020 Phone: (803) 432-2525 Fax: (803) 432-4181 www.kershawcountychamber.org

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Steepled inTradition Kershaw County’s centuries-old horse industry is moving at a full gallop

Story By Melanie Hill Photography By Todd Bennett

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orsing around takes on a whole new meaning in Kershaw County. Long recognized as one of the nation’s most elite equestrian communities, Camden, S.C., boasts a thriving equine industry built on more than 200 years of American tradition.

Each year, more than 50,000 cheering spectators turn out for the Carolina Cup series at Camden’s historic Springdale Race Course.

Established in 1930, the springtime Carolina Cup, together with November’s Colonial Cup, comprise the premier sporting events in South Carolina.

Operated by the Carolina Cup Racing Association, the races exist to raise

Spectators gather along the paddock to see the horses before a race at Springdale Race Course in Camden.

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money for charity. The course also includes a year-round, 600-acre thoroughbred racehorse training center.

Visitors to the Springdale Race Course also can pay homage to America’s equestrian roots at the National Steeplechase Museum – the only museum dedicated to the horses, trainers, owners and riders of American Steeplechasing. The sport, which came to America in the 1800s, was named for early competitions in which races began at one church steeple and ended at

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another, with riders facing a rugged, obstacle-filled country terrain. In Camden, the museum serves to preserve documents, photographs, trophies, memorabilia, interactive exhibits and film tracing the sport’s roots to the 18th century.

“Camden and Kershaw County have been known as an equine destination since the last century,” says Hope Cooper, executive director of the National Steeplechase Museum. “In its days as a resort destination, visitors flocked

in for the winter to play polo, fox hunt, and show and train race horses.”

In 2009, equestrian aficionados welcomed the opening of the South Carolina Equine Park. Located just off I-20 in Camden, the county-owned park offers riders and trainers more than 40 acres of show rings, cattle- and warm-up areas, refurbished stalls, a vendor area, restaurant, courtyard and RV sites. Much more than a recreation facility, the park is expected to generate up to $22 million annually in direct and

indirect spending and encourage additional economic development.

In historic downtown Camden, the Camden Polo Field provides yet another reminder of Kershaw County’s rich equestrian past. Recognized as the second oldest polo field in America, the 1898 site once drew large crowds of winter tourists from throughout the world. Today, the field is home to the annual Camden Cup Polo Weekend.

Every May, eager onlookers once again gather as regional teams

compete for the Camden Cup Trophy.

With a world-class reputation at stake, it’s no surprise that Kershaw County also offers the best equine care.

Horses have access to the latest in injury rehabilitation, post-surgical care and accelerated conditioning services at the Equine Rehabilitation & Conditioning Center at Roger Young Stables. State-of-the-art therapy equipment includes an AquaPacer Underwater Treadmill as well as acupuncture, chiropractic and

shockwave therapies and laser, ultrasound and magnetic therapies.

An exercise walker, spacious stalls, riding arena and separate treatment areas help ensure optimal recovery.

From polo fields to racetracks, Kershaw County truly is an equestrian destination, and you can bet that folks here wouldn’t have it any other way.

“Our equestrian heritage contributes to the unique lifestyle of the area, setting it apart from many other small historic towns,” Cooper says.

Clockwise from far left: Roger and Michaela Young use an AquaPacer – an underwater treadmill – to help horses recover from injuries at their farm in Camden; racing silks line the walls at the National Steeplechase Museum; jockey Carl Rafter, trainer Todd McKenna and others celebrate winning the CP and Edith Wills Dubose Cup; a trophy at the National Steeplechase Museum

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History Revisiting America’s memorable past in historic Kershaw County

Story By Melanie Hill Photography By Todd Bennett

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nforgettable tales of patriotism, rebellion and courage are planted in the pages of American history, and nowhere do the nation’s roots run deeper than in Kershaw County, S.C. “Kershaw County is known for its history, and people come from all over the world to experience it firsthand,” says Joanna Craig, executive director of the Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site. “When you look at the major players in early American history, from Hernando de Soto and Lord Charles Cornwallis to George Washington and Nathanael Greene, nearly all came through this town.”

Open seven days a week, the Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site takes more than 20,000 visitors each year back to Aug. 16, 1780, when British soldiers overtook South Carolina’s oldest inland town in the Battle of Camden.

Known as the worst American battle defeat of the Revolutionary War, the monumental event shaped the county – and country – for centuries to come.

Guided and self-guided tours of the 107-acre outdoor museum complex provide a glimpse into Camden’s earliest history with a focus on the Colonial and Revolutionary eras.

An 18th century Camden town site includes the reconstructed and furnished mansion of county namesake Joseph Kershaw and the restored, furnished 1785 John Craven House, among Murals line the foyer in the historic Robert Mills Courthouse, home to the Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center.

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The Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site takes more than 20,000 visitors each year back to Aug. 16, 1780 … others. Reconstructed military fortifications, 19th century log cabins with exhibits, and the headquarters of Lord Charles Cornwallis also grace the property along with a blacksmith exhibit, Quaker cemetery and a 0.6-mile nature trail. An affiliate of the National Park Service, the Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site also is home to the annual Revolutionary War Field Days that draw hundreds to its battlefield re-enactments, 18th century craftsmen demonstrations, kids activities and more.

Experienced and amateur genealogists alike can delve into local and family history at the Camden Archives and Museum, recognized throughout the Southeast as one of the best research libraries for genealogical research. Books, microfilm, maps, files, periodicals and general reference materials are available along with photographs and other artifacts linking the county’s past and present. The museum also is home to The South Carolina Daughters of the American Revolution Library and the South Carolina Society Colonial Dames XVII Century Library.

At Camden’s Bonds Conway House, built by the county’s first African American to purchase his own freedom, the Kershaw County Historical Society provides education through community events, historic markers and 30-plus regional publications. In an effort to preserve the region’s colorful past for future generations, the 500-member society also has partnered with the University of South Carolina Press to publish a complete history of Kershaw County, starting with its earliest American Indian ancestors.

The book will be available to the public in late 2010.

Even more American history awaits visitors just south of Camden, where guests to Historic Boykin Mill Farms explore the last Civil War battle site in South Carolina. A working broom shop, upscale restaurant and 200-year old functional gristmill grace Boykin’s 400-plus scenic acres, where the last federal officer was killed in the Civil War. The site also includes a monument to the historic 1865 Battle of Boykin.

“It really is a wonderful and rich history in Kershaw County,” Craig says.

Below from left: A marker in Boykin honors Burwell Boykin, who fought during the Civil War; the Kershaw-Cornwallis House at the Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site is a reconstruction of the home of Joseph Kershaw.

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Learning

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entral Carolina Technical College is leading the way in education in Kershaw County. In 2010, the college celebrated the opening of its seventh regional campus, located in Camden, S.C. The 15,000-square-foot facility will more than double capacity for CCTC’s quickly growing student population.

“We have operated a campus in Camden since 2001, but that campus was completely utilized very quickly,” says Neal Crotts, director of public relations at CCTC. “With the new campus, students from Kershaw County will be able to complete more of their coursework closer to home and the overall number of students in these gateway courses can be expanded.”

While Camden’s original Little Street location housed 450 students per semester, Crotts anticipates the new campus will accommodate up to 1,000 students over the next several years. Located at 80 Campus Drive near the intersection of I-20 and Highway 521, the spacious campus also will provide science labs and industrial training space previously unavailable.

Welding labs, general education classrooms and a computer lab also are on site.

The campus is a welcome addition both in the community and at the college, which experienced a 29 percent growth in the 2009-2010 school year alone. With a total enrollment of 4,200 students, CCTC is the fastest growing two-year college in South Carolina.

Crotts cites CCTC’s flexibility and myriad of degree programs for the

Todd Bennett

Central Carolina Technical College expands to meet the needs of Kershaw County

Central Carolina Technical College opened its new, seventh regional campus in Camden in 2010.

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“The availability of an educated and trained workforce is always a primary concern of new business and industry, and this campus is a very real symbol of the close working relationship we

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school’s continued success.

“There is a growing number of students taking advantage of our university transfer programs which allow them to complete up to two years of a bachelor’s degree closer to home and at a significantly lower tuition,” Crotts says.

While students take advantage of CCTC’s flexible educational programs, business owners appreciate the school’s commitment to employee education through a heavily involved and expanding workforce training program.

With the Kershaw County Economic Development offices on site, the new campus helps meets the college’s charge to provide workforce development educational opportunities to Kershaw County.

“Having the offices on site will be a great advantage to economic developers when recruiting new business and industry, because they

will literally be able to walk across the hall and show the industrial training space where their new workers will be trained,” Crotts says. “The availability of an educated and trained workforce is always a primary concern of new business and industry, and this campus is a very real symbol of the close working relationship we have with the county’s economic development arm.”

Through a partnership with the Kershaw County School District, CCTC also offers dual-enrollment courses, allowing high school students to earn college credit prior to graduation.

As for the original Little Street location, the campus likely will remain open.

“The new building is just phase one of a much larger and long-term project,” Crotts says. “Our planning studies have told us we will likely need up to 60,000 square feet at the new location to meet the needs of Kershaw County.”

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Courses offered at Central Carolina Technical College include welding and a certificate in pre-dental hygiene, which provides the requirements for admission into a two-year dental hygiene program at another college.

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Biz Briefs

Businesses – both large and small – that help define Kershaw County’s strong and well-balanced economic climate

Scorecard Business At A Glance

$388 million Annual retail sales

$7,221 Retail sales per capita

$35 million Annual accommodations and food service sales

4,037 Total number of firms Source: U.S. Census QuickFacts

Fitness Zone Biz: Fitness center Buzz: Fitness Zone offers a convenient place to get into shape. With 8,000 square feet of clean, well-maintained space, this facility includes up-to-date equipment, child care, classes, spa services and more. The center caters to everyone’s needs, and the staff has the experience needed to help visitors reach their nutrition and exercise goals. www.fitnesszonelugoff.com 20

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Palmetto Shop Biz: Retail, specialty items Buzz: The Palmetto Shop not only offers shoppers Palmetto projects but also local items including South Carolina jewelry, locally grown items and collegiate memorabilia. Retiree Betty McCaskill opened the shop in 2004, and relocated the business to the Historic Robert Mills Courthouse in 2010. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with extended hours available for special events and holidays.

(803) 427-1158 Sisters of Camden Biz: Clothing boutique Buzz: The Sisters of Camden boutique opened in 2008, and features ladies’ clothing by Joseph Ribkoff and Not Your Daughter’s Jeans. The shop is owned by stepsisters Pam Herlong and Linda Branham, and offers stylish clothing from casual to evening wear.

The shop also stocks jewelry, handbags, gifts and shoes. www.sistersofcamden.com

Like a Good Neighbor State Farm is There

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GARY PATTERSON

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2043 W. Dekalb St. P.O. Box 670 Camden, SC 29020-2094 (803) 432-4545 (803) 432-2400 Fax

830 Hwy. 1 S. • P.O. Box 879 Lugoff, SC 29078-0879 (803) 438-5000 (803) 254-5919 (803) 438-8895 Fax

1120 Little St. P.O. Box 1409 Camden, SC 29021-1409 (803) 432-9001 (803) 432-4600 Fax

www.larrydibiase.com

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Camden Bone and Joint Biz: Orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine Buzz: Camden Bone and Joint Clinic provides quality orthopedic care. The clinic, known for its state-of-the-art technology and advanced treatment options, is staffed by attentive physicians. Services include treatment for sports and related injuries, treatment for foot and ankle conditions, and joint replacement. www.camdenboneandjoint.com Jeff Gainey’s Quick Lube Biz: Automotive maintenance Buzz: Since 2003, Jeff Gainey and his sons have been providing oil changes to residents in Lugoff, S.C. Customers can drive up and get their cars serviced on a first-come, first-served basis. The efficient service and professional attitude keep customers coming back for their regular maintenance. The shop is located on Highway 1 South.

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A User-Friendly County Chamber’s website reflects region’s friendly culture he Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce has come a long way T since the organization’s establishment

in 1910. Fast-forward 100 years and the 500-member chamber is kicking off its centennial celebration with a thoroughly modern update to its website, www.kershawcountychamber.org.

“Our goal in creating the new site was to make it more user friendly with less than three clicks to obtain the

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information a visitor to the site is looking for,” says Liz Horton, executive director of the Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center.

Unlike the previous website, geared primarily toward tourism, the new site provides equal focus on chamber news and happenings, regional tourism and relocation information. The site also includes a “hot deals” section for online coupons and member-to-member

savings, job links, member news, member milestones, business resources/ tutorials and an event calendar accessible to chamber members.

According to Horton, more than 600 visitors accessed the calendar in less than two weeks following the site’s December 2009 launch.

“We have received nothing but positive feedback from our members and members of the community,” Horton says, as she continually tracks visitors to the site, the length of time a site visitor remains on the site, pages most often viewed and referring sites.

Future plans for the chamber’s site include a marketing package to allow for the sale of banner advertising, and to let members upgrade to an e-commerce level of membership to add logos and photos to their landing page in the online business directory.

Horton hopes the new site will provide newcomers and tourists alike with a comprehensive glimpse into all Kershaw County has to offer.

Surrounded by interstates 95, 20 and 77 with quick access to nearby Columbia, the state’s oldest inland city seamlessly blends modern amenities with a rich heritage and small-town feel. A multimillion-dollar tourism industry, award winning public schools, an active recreation department and a plethora of arts and culture activities also are bringing attention to the Steeplechase Capital of the World.

“Thanks to our neighbor to the west, we are becoming the hometown of choice for new businesses and growing families,” Horton says.

– Melanie Hill

economic profile business climate The area is known for its thriving horse industry. But a skilled workforce, excellent transportation system, close proximity to Columbia, low operating costs, and a pro-business atmosphere make for a diversified economic climate.

Ports Port of Charleston (within 125 miles of Kershaw County) (843) 577-8115, (800) 845-7106

Washington, D.C., 448 miles

DISTANCE TO MAJOR CITIES

Average Weekly Wage (3rd Quarter 2009) Kershaw County, $659 South Carolina, $688 United States, $889

Orlando, 463 miles New York, 690 miles

WAGES

Columbia, 32 miles Florence, 56 miles Augusta, Ga., 104 miles

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Charlotte, N.C., 110 miles Greenville, 133 miles

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MAJOR EMPLOYERS Company Product/Service No. of Employees Kershaw County School District Education

1,442

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KershawHealth Health care

1,014

Target Corp. Retail

565

Local Option Sales Tax

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2.5% to 7.0%

Kershaw County Government

Government offices

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Personal Income Tax Rate

Ahlstrom Nonwovens Nonwoven textiles

230

TRANSPORTATION

Haier America Refrigerators Refrigerators

225

Covidien

Surgical gauze

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Prestage Farms

Turkey feed mill

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WeylChem Organic chemicals

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Mancor Carolina Production machine shop

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New South Lumber Dressed & treated lumber

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TB Kawashima USA Inc.

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States Sales Tax Rate

Airports Charlotte Douglas International Airport, (704) 359-4000 Columbia Metropolitan Airport, (803) 822-5000, (888) 562-5002 Woodward Field, (803) 425-1500Â Rail Amtrak, (800) 872-7245 CSX, (803) 408-2962

Source: SC Department of Commerce Labor Profile

Atlanta, 245 miles

Corporate Income Tax Rate

Average Annual Salary, 2008 Kershaw County, $33,904 South Carolina, $35,620 United States, $45,864

Textiles/automotive

South Carolina Yutaka Technologies Inc. ATV suspension parts, disk brakes

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C. Ray Miles Road construction, sand, Construction gravel, crushed stone

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Local Flavor

Farms, Farmers Markets Keep Fresh Food on Tables Kershaw County residents like good food, and they like it fresh. And for those who call the area home or anyone lucky enough to visit, there are bountiful opportunities to buy and enjoy locally produced food.

Like many progressive areas of the country, Kershaw County embraces the farm-to-table movement, a push by consumers to buy food directly from local farmers, thereby reducing ”food miles” on products and supporting local agriculture at the same time.

Oh, and it also happens that fresh food tastes better.

In fact, Kershaw County restaurants such as the Mill Pond Steakhouse, located in Rembert, go out of their way to use fresh, local ingredients. For the Mill Pond’s Fried Green Tomato Napoleon, a popular appetizer, chefs seek out local tomatoes, which are fried and then layered with cheese and lump crab meat.

Along the same lines, several Kershaw County restaurants participate in South Carolina’s ”Fresh on the Menu” program. Launched in 2008 and part of the ”Certified SC” initiative, Fresh on the Menu encourages local chefs to ensure that at least 25 percent of their menus include South Carolina-grown foods.

Restaurants involved in this initiative include the world-class Indigo Jones Restaurant and Old Armory Steak House, both in downtown Camden. Also on the list of restaurants seeking to utilize local ingredients and support local farmers at the same time are Springdale Hall Country Club, in Camden, and Woodcreek Farms in Elgin.

In addition, Kershaw County makes it easy for chefs and families alike to shop for the freshest

local food available at the weekly Kershaw County Farmers Market.

Held every Saturday morning from the second Saturday in April through the second Saturday in December, the farmers market is located behind First Community Bank in Camden. The market aims to provide consumers with farm-fresh foods while carving out a sustainable agriculture niche for today’s farmers.

Vendors on a typical Saturday offer a variety of items, including fresh produce, honey, rice and other grains, eggs, all-natural skin care products, grass-fed beef, free-range poultry, baked goods, milk and even textiles, like felted wool. Learn more about the farmers market and its vendors at www.kcfarmersmarket.org.

To get even closer to your food, visit HoField Farms, where customers may enjoy a “pick-your-own” experience. Products at the farm include strawberries, peaches and more. The farm is located in Camden.

Food is also the main attraction at area celebrations. The Chicken Strut, a three-day food festival, features a pageant, tractor pull and a singing competition, the renowned Colgate Country Showdown. Also, the Elgin Catfish Stomp, held each year in December, features catfish stew made from local catfish, as well as live music, square dancing and cooking competitions.

– Laura Kimball

For More Information Mill pond steakhouse Tuesday-Saturday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

84 Boykin Mill Rd. Rembert, SC 29128 (803) 425-8825 www.themillpondsteakhouse.com

indigo jones restaurant 511 Rutledge St. Camden, SC 29020 (803) 432-1616

Old Armory Steakhouse Monday & Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Wednesday-Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

514 Rutledge St. Camden, SC 29020 (803) 432-3222

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Arts & Culture

Arts, Equestrian Activities Highlight County’s Culture Glance at a map of Camden’s downtown area, and you’ll quickly see what the heart of Kershaw County values – history, horses, fine furniture and the arts.

The Camden Antique and Arts District features numerous antiques shops, art galleries and even an artists’ cooperative. Visitors and residents can combine shopping with dining and sight-seeing, as several antebellum historic sites are in the area. In fact, the Camden Archives and Museum is housed in the Carnegie Library.

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Springdale Race Course

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Kershaw County’s appreciation for history and tradition melds into the countryside, where Revolutionary War battlefields are maintained alongside the Camden Polo Field, the second-oldest active polo field in the United States.

In fact, equine activities have played a leading role in Kershaw County’s culture for generations. Called the ”Steeplechase Capital of the World,” Kershaw County hosts two large steeplechases every year.

Carolina Cup kicks off the spring season. An estimated 50,000 fans crowd into the Springdale Race Course, making this rite of spring the largest steeplechase race meeting in North America.

The Colonial Cup, held in the fall, is the last big equine event of the year, although Springdale Race Course operates all year.

Palmetto Rose Trellis by Bob Doster at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County

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Kershaw County also is home to year-round music and theater events, with the Carolina Downhome Blues Festival, held in the fall, offering three days of up-close-and-personal performances. The event is sponsored by the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County, where the mission is to “provide a stage, literally and figuratively, for the talents of all residents of Kershaw County.“ This goal is accomplished by events, exhibits and classes designed to meet all tastes and budgets. Theater performances include adults and children, and music events vary throughout the year to include chamber music, symphony, blues, jazz and gospel.

Classes include dance, drama, music lessons, visual arts and even summer camps for kids.

Columbia, the state capital and only 30 minutes away, is home to the South Carolina Philharmonic, the Koger Center for the Arts and the University of South Carolina.

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Caring for Our Community

Since 1931 • Two convenient locations

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Funeral Home

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• Kershaw County’s only on-site crematory • advanced funeral planning • Family owned and operated

Camden Chapel

Lugoff-Elgin Chapel

(803) 432-3583 1112 Fair St. • Camden, SC

(803) 438-3419 1139 Hwy. 1 S. • lugoff, SC

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Health & Wellness

KershawHealth Marks Nearly a Century of Growth When Camden Hospital was started by private citizens in 1913, the organization’s leaders probably had no idea how their investment would grow.

What started as a small hospital and nursing school in the heart of Kershaw County is now a regional health care operation that offers everything from diagnostic screening to long-term care.

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he nonprofit KershawHealth, which has experienced nearly a century of growth, now boasts a 121-bed acute-care facility, an 88-bed long-term facility, Health Resource Center and home health/hospice services.

KershawHealth staffs several locations in order to meet the needs of the entire county. Facility locations include Camden, Bethune, Elgin and Lugoff. While the Medical Center at Camden provides immediate care, such as labor-and-delivery or emergency services, other locations also have practitioners to care for urgent needs, pediatrics, physical

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therapy, and even diagnostic and outpatient services.

For example, the newly completed Elgin Outpatient and Urgent Care Center is located in the Wateree Executive Park on Interstate 20. This 42,000-squarefoot center offers urgent care in about an hour, giving citizens a unique option for their health-care needs.

The center also offers imaging services including CT scan, open MRI, digital mammography, X-ray, ultrasound and bonedensity scans. Cardiology services also are provided, including nuclear medicine,

stress testing and ultrasound.

In addition, KershawHealth recently completed a $15 million expansion that enhances its intensive care unit, surgical services, cardiovascular diagnostic capabilities, cardiac rehabilitation, and health information management.

The citizens of Kershaw County benefit from state-of-the-art health care provided by their friends and neighbors. Still owned and operated by the county, the nonprofit KershawHealth remains a locally controlled product of its citizens. – Laura Kimball

Education

Local Schools Embrace Technology and Tradition Kershaw County schools have fully embraced technology and innovation while still treasuring their traditions.

School options include a public school system, a well-known military academy for boys and several private schools.

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n the Kershaw County School District, wireless, high-speed networks connect all 20 schools. The district also was the first in South Carolina to provide individual laptops to all high school students and teachers, a program that started in 2005.

In addition to the laptop program, called i-CAN, the district is completing a plan that will provide children with equal learning opportunities and facilities throughout the county. A school construction program, budgeted at $102.2 million, includes two middle schools, new athletic facilities at all three high schools, a new elementary school and two elementary school renovation projects.

While these improvements prepare students for the future, KCSD is also proud of its present accomplishments. The district’s 2009 Palmetto Assessment of State Standards, or PASS, scores were equal to or better than state averages in 19 of 24 categories, according to the South Carolina Department of Education.

Also, the district’s commitment to technology is underlined by the school superintendent’s use of it.

Dr. Frank Morgan publishes a daily blog, KCSDblog, with content including school system updates and business, as well as personal pats on the back for students and teachers.

In addition to Kershaw County’s public education opportunities, area private schools also offer quality options. The Camden Military Academy, a tradition dating to 1892, is a private boarding school for boys with a statewide reputation as the official military school of South Carolina.

Other private school options include a Montessori school, parochial schools and several private schools in nearby Columbia, the state capital.

Also in Columbia, about 30 miles away, is the main campus of the University of South Carolina.

This provides area residents with higher education opportunities, including many advanced degrees.

– Laura Kimball

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Sports & Recreation

Fishing, Camping and Golfing in Kershaw County Photo Courtesy of F. Boyce Thies

Unless you prefer simply relaxing and listening to the sounds of nature – and there’s nothing wrong with that in this neck of the woods – then there’s no excuse for sitting still in Kershaw County.

There’s a lot to do here, from horseback riding, fishing and golfing to team athletics and shooting sports.

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Lure of the Lake

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Equine Sports

Lake Wateree, one of the state’s oldest manmade lakes, is a huge draw for fishers and boaters.

With more than 13,000 surface acres and 242 miles of shoreline, the lake offers bountiful crappie, bass, catfish and bream.

Lake Wateree State Park features a lakeside campground, nature trail, picnic area, playground, tackle shop/store and a boat ramp. The Wateree River, Goodale State Park and Kendall Lake are nearby.

The Kershaw County Recreation Department alone offers superior facilities and programs, including 34 tennis courts, 31 baseball fields, nine soccer fields, four volleyball courts and a “star-struck” observatory for astronomers.

Programs open to the public include dance classes – including South Carolina’s state dance, the shag – gymnastics, tennis lessons, martial arts, swimming, playgrounds and more.

It’s no surprise that equine activities also play a big role in area recreation. In addition to the annual polo events and cup races, horse enthusiasts may take advantage of year-round activities at the South Carolina Equine Park, a 40-acre center that has been specifically designed for a full range of activities.

The SCEP is accessible by several nearby interstates, including I-20, I-95, I-26 and I-77.

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Set Your Sights Shooting sports also occupy a good bit of free time in Kershaw County, with activities ranging from skeet shooting and a sporting clays course at Hermitage Farm Shooting Sports in Camden to quail hunting at Back 40 Wing & Clay in Bethune. Another popular hunting and fishing locale is PowderKegg Wildlife Preserve, in Cassatt, which specializes in trophy whitetail deer hunts.

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Great Golf Landlubbers, or those who simply like to cast golf balls instead of fishing lures, will be pleased to discover several golf links in the area. The Camden Country Club offers an 18-hole championship course, a challenging par 70 that is frequently rated among the top 25 South Carolina golf courses.

Other golfing options include Green Hill Golf Club, which is a nine-hole regulation course in Lugoff, the 18-hole White Pines Golf Course in Camden, Bethune Country Club, and Pickett-Thomas Park and Golf Club.

– Laura Kimball

What’s Online Go to imageskershawcounty.com and click on “recreation” to read more about Kershaw County’s sports and recreational activities.

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community profile snapshot Tradition and history mingle with the present in Kershaw County.

Steeplechase racing and other equine and recreational offerings accompany the area’s beauty and Southern charm. Whether it’s antique shopping, fishing at Lake Wateree or the Catfish Stomp Festival, Kershaw County offers an unforgettable experience.

students and over 1,300 employees. All of our 20 schools are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the South Carolina Department of Education.

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July Low Temperature

Cable Comporium Communications, (803) 286-9000 TruVista, (803) 432-3461

88 F July High Temperature

47.9 inches

Electricity Black River Electric Cooperative, (803) 469-8060

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City of Camden, (803) 432-2421

HEALTH CARE

Fairfield Electric Cooperative, (803) 754-0153, (803) 635-4621

KershawHealth is a nonprofit, locally controlled comprehensive health-care system. It is anchored by the 121-bed medical center and the 88-bed Karesh Long Term Care center.

KershawHealth Medical Center 1315 Roberts St. P.O. Box 7003 Camden, SC 29020-7003 (803) 432-4311

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Lynches River Electric Cooperative, (843) 672-6111, (800) 922-3486 Progress Energy, (800) 452-2777 Natural Gas South Carolina Electric and Gas, (800) 251-7234 Telephone AT&T, (800) CALL-ATT TruVista, (800) 432-3461

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Kershaw County School District 1301 DuBose Court Camden, SC 29020 (803) 432-8416 www.kershaw.k12.sc.us

Water Bethune Rural Water Co., (843) 334-8425 City of Camden, (803) 432-2421

Cassatt Water Co. (803) 432-8235, (800) 521-2441 Lugoff-Elgin Water Authority, (803) 438-2991

GOLF Camden Country Club The 18-hole championship course is one of the Carolinas’ most challenging tests of golfing skills.

(803) 432-8853 www.camdencountryclub.com Green Hill Golf Club Green Hill is a fun 9-hole regulation course located at the Green Hill Golf Club facility in Lugoff.

(803) 438-1917 White Pines The 18-hole course features 6,373 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72.

The short layout has three sets of tee boxes for a fun but challenging golfing experience.

(803) 432-7442

MEDIA Chronicle Independent (803) 432-6157 The Elgin News (803) 466-4604 The Kershaw County Current (803) 432-8439 The State Newspaper www.thestate.com Local Radio Cool 102.7 www.kool1027.com

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Community-Centered Care KershawHealth pledges quality, personalized services for residents.

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taying connected and responsive to the people of Kershaw County and surrounding communities has been at the heart of KershawHealth’s mission since its inception in 1913. It was then that a group of local citizens recognized the need for convenient, quality care and answered by founding a not-forprofit hospital in Camden.

Nearly 100 years later, this comprehensive healthcare system is steadfast in its pledge to improve the health and well-being of area residents by consistently delivering quality, costeffective, personalized healthcare.

“We are the only healthcare system in our county, so we strive to make a positive difference in the lives of all citizens,” says Donnie Weeks, Presdient/Chief Executive Officer.

“To do that, we must have the physicians who make our mission possible, as well as the technology, equipment and facilities necessary to provide that care. Everything we do is centered on that mission.”

The medical center in Camden is at the hub of a growing system that provides a broad range of medical, diagnostic, rehabilitation, home care

and wellness services at locations across the Kershaw County area. The newest addition is the Elgin Outpatient Center, which joins facilities in Lugoff, Bethune and Kershaw. The Elgin facility is home to Urgent Care at Elgin, as well as physician offices, outpatient laboratory, imaging and cardiology.

Even with the technologicallyadvanced facilities in place today, KershawHealth is proactive in its long-term plans for development.

“We have a strategic plan, and that has been critical to helping us meet the challenges in healthcare today. Out of that came the decision to build our Elgin outpatient diagnostic and urgent care center,” Weeks says. “We also have purchased property in Camden where we will create an outpatient facility – including urgent care, oncology, physical therapy, imaging and laboratory services – in the near future.

Strategic growth is critical to our ability to remain financially sound and to fulfill our mission.”

Weeks attributes much of KershawHealth’s evolution to wise guidance provided by the healthcare system’s local board of trustees.

“We are a mid-sized system, and

being locally controlled has been very good for our community,” Weeks says.

“It’s a partnership that has proven to be the best model for us to deliver healthcare.”

For KershawHealth, every day is about striving to be the best community healthcare system in South Carolina.

It’s about helping everyone reach their individual potential for wellness.

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For more information, contact: KershawHealth 1315 Roberts St. P. O. Box 7003 Camden, SC 29021 Phone: (803) 432-4311 www.kershawhealth.org ©Copyright 2010 Journal Communications Inc., 725 Cool Springs Blvd. • Suite 400 Franklin, TN 37067 • (615) 771-0080 All rights reserved. No portion of this special advertising section may be reproduced in whole or in part without written consent.

On the cover: Entrance to KershawHealth Photo by Todd Bennett

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Picture of Health KershawHealth provides comprehensive diagnostic services – from imaging to sleep studies.

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ershawHealth ensures that residents can rest easy knowing the big picture of their well-being – literally. The health system offers a comprehensive selection of diagnostic services ranging from cardiovascular testing, imaging and laboratory services to sleep disorder diagnostics and treatment.

“In the past year, we’ve replaced much of our equipment to offer state-of-the-art digital imaging,” says Dave Baker, director of radiology.

“It’s a $2 million upgrade, and it has made everything much better for our patients as well as our technologists, who can now work much faster and with better results.”

Digital imaging services include digital X-ray and mammography, as well as a full range of other imaging services – open and closed MRI, nuclear medicine, bone densitometry, ultrasound and cutting-edge 16- and 64-slice CT scanning. With these advanced tools, KershawHealth’s specialists can identify the smallest issue before it becomes a problem. Patients have convenient access to imaging services at the Medical Center in Camden, the Outpatient Center in Elgin

and the West Wateree Medical Complex in Lugoff.

In addition, the upgrade includes a PACS network, which archives all images so they can be viewed either on site or at remote locations, says Frank Morrison, PACS coordinator.

“This not only saves us from dealing with chemicals and films but also speeds up the process and reduces the radiation exposure to the patients and to the technologists,” Morrison says.

Because heart disease is the leading cause of death in South Carolina, KershawHealth offers a wide array of cardiovascular tests. These include echocardiograms, EKGs, stress testing, upper and lower extremity arterial studies, vein mapping, arteriograms, Holter monitors and more. All backed up by the expertise of highly qualified cardiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, nurses and technicians.

Accredited by the College of American Pathologists, the clinical laboratories of KershawHealth offer comprehensive services to assist physicians in diagnosing disease, monitoring health and evaluating therapy. Services are available at the

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Medical Center, the West Wateree Medical Complex and the Outpatient Center in Elgin.

“Every day, laboratory results contribute a significant percentage of the information needed for precise diagnosis and personalized treatment. An accurate diagnosis begins the journey back to wellness for patients. Using state-of-theart technology and instrumentation, our laboratory professionals perform and supervise tests that not only search for potential health problems in the hopes of identifying the disease early, when it is most treatable, but also guide and assess the ongoing care of patients,” says laboratory director Jane Atkins.

Those who are having trouble getting adequate rest can find treatment and relief at KershawHealth’s accredited Sleep Diagnostics Center, where registered technologists help identify and treat sleep disorders. The center offers a relaxing, homelike environment for patients, says Alyson McGugan, the center’s manager.

“We have four private bedrooms where we diagnose and treat all types of sleep disorders in a way that makes the patients very comfortable,” McGugan says. “People just love it here.”

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Full Recovery, Close to Home Patients enjoy access to effective, convenient rehabilitation programs.

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t KershawHealth, patient care extends well beyond the time of surgery or a hospital stay with a variety of highly effective rehabilitation programs.

The programs are tailored to the individual needs of the patient and designed to address any specific physical or mental challenges that may result from cardiac surgery, serious injuries, strokes or other issues. The programs can include medical monitoring, exercise and diet programs, stress management and more.

For example, KershawHealth offers the RACE short-term inpatient physical rehabilitation program. RACE helps people who don’t need to be hospitalized but who do need more than regular home health services as they recover, most often after total joint replacement surgery. RACE has proven so popular that it has grown from being an eight-bed program in 2007 to 20 beds today, says Timothy Hornsby, RACE program director.

“We offer rehabilitation that a lot of people need, and we accept patients from all area hospitals. Of course, if you were at KershawHealth Medical Center for care, you transfer right from the hospital to us,” Hornsby says. “So not only are you able to stay in town, but there’s no need to move to another facility to continue your treatment.”

The RACE unit is more homelike than the Medical Center, with common areas, a garden, beauty salon and many social activities. This type of environment adds another level of support and encouragement, Hornsby says, as it allows patients to get to know one another. Naturally, many people prefer the program because it allows them to stay close to home.

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, on the other hand, has two phases that begin just after surgery or treatment and continue for several months as recovery progresses. The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program, a new service, works in much the same way, says Danny Wharton, director of cardiopulmonary services.

“Our patients have about 36 sessions over three months, and we see about 300 patients annually,” Wharton says.

“We begin working with them at their baseline condition and develop a program to help them improve from there.”

Both programs are conveniently located at the Medical Center and use the spacious, specially designed rehab gym there.

“When you’re still ill and have a program that lets you regain your functions right here in town without having to travel, it’s a big help,” he says. “By the time people finish our programs, they’re able to function at a better cardiac or cardiopulmonary level, and they’ve been able to have family and friends support them because they’ve been right here the whole time.”

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Precision Procedures High-quality options make surgery convenient.

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esidents in need of a wide variety of surgery enjoy the convenience of having that expertise close to home, thanks to KershawHealth’s array of state-of-the-art, minimally invasive surgical services.

Procedures range from laser procedures for eye, ear, nose and throat problems to arthroscopy for shoulder, knee and ankle joints. Total hip, knee and ankle replacement is available, along with laparoscopy for gallbladder removal, appendectomies, urological conditions and ob-gyn procedures.

An expanded service for KershawHealth – lithotripsy – uses shock waves to pulverize kidney stones. In addition, KershawHealth doctors routinely perform vascular surgeries, including carotid endarterectomies, aortic aneurysm repair and lower-extremity grafts.

People in the community benefit greatly from having such high-quality, diverse options available locally and on an inpatient or outpatient basis, says Kathy Layden-Morris, director of surgical services.

“If you can have something done right in your own town, it’s so much more convenient,” she says. “We are doing things here that aren’t being done anywhere else, too; we did the state’s first total ankle-replacement surgery.”

About 450 procedures are performed here monthly, a number that continues to climb as word spreads about the many services available and the high level of care patients receive, Layden-Morris says.

“We have great surgeons and a top-notch facility,” she says.

“Why would you go anywhere else when you have all this right here?”

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lways responsive to the needs of the community, KershawHealth has provided another option to keep its residents well. To meet urgent medical needs that aren’t emergency room situations, there’s the new Urgent Care at Elgin.

The center is open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends. It is staffed at all times by a physician with experience in urgent care or emergency room medicine, notes Dr. Shelley Janssen, medical director. Equipped with the latest diagnostic equipment, the center is a convenient option for busy people and families who are on the go, says Mike Bunch, Vice President/Chief Operating Officer.

“Our purpose was to provide services during the evening and on weekends,” Bunch says. “Now the entire county has access to a level of care that’s appropriate when a life-threatening emergency’s not at hand, but the situation requires quick attention and medical care that shouldn’t be delayed.”

The center has seen a steady stream of visitors since opening in October 2009.

“From a service perspective, it’s a model for outpatient care,” Bunch says. “It allows us to direct people to a convenient, accessible facility and has given us a way to provide quick, quality care without people having to come to the Medical Center.” www.kershawhealth.org

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Powerful Partnerships Professional affiliations create access to specialists and advanced technologies.

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n a state with many advanced medical options, the strategic partnerships KershawHealth has formed allow us to tap into expertise and technology that would otherwise be unavailable within a community healthcare system.

Those alliances mean many things to the people of Kershaw County. It might be a specialist in Charleston guiding an ER physician in Camden through the latest in stroke interventions. Or the expertise of a team of pathologists trained to detect the smallest abnormalities, which can lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment.

These professionals are not based here, but as part of the KershawHealth system, their expertise is vital to serving the health and wellness needs of local residents, says Donnie Weeks, President/Chief Executive Officer.

“We offer the majority of services needed in our

community, but there are some that we could never have due to the expense,” Weeks says. “One way to have those is to team up with other doctors and practices and have them on an ‘on-call’ basis.”

Examples of these partnerships include affiliations with the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston and the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia. The stroke-intervention program with MUSC allows a Charleston-based neurologist to view digital images of a patient and then recommend interventional treatments to physicians in the ER. Pulmonologists from USC provide consultations for hospitalized patients and follow-up care for chronic illnesses like COPD. Women in particular benefit from an affiliation with Pitts Radiology in Columbia, which boasts a specialist in women’s imaging, Weeks says.

“They have a trained eye for looking at specific things, and they might pick up a really small lesion that might be missed by someone who doesn’t have that specialized training,” Weeks says.

Other key services are provided by Professional Pathology Services in Columbia, which aids KershawHealth’s expanding roster of surgery options, and South Carolina Oncology Associates, which brings oncologists to the medical center’s oncology department, allowing patients to stay in the community for their treatment.

“Between the oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and pulmonologists, we have some really strong partnerships out there,” says Mike Bunch, Vice President/ Chief Operating Officer. “We bring in people that we couldn’t support on our budget but also maintain local control of these and all our other services. That’s of benefit to KershawHealth and also to our community.”

Many of these partnerships would have been impossible without the foresight KershawHealth has shown in investing in technology like digital imaging and advanced computer systems. These have provided a framework for the development of a system of care far more extensive than many community healthcare systems can offer.

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Nurturing the Nurturers Services cater to women at every stage of life.

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omen today balance careers, family, social obligations and a hundred other demands. That often means their personal health isn’t the priority it should be. To change that, they need understanding, expertise, convenience and the confidence that comes from knowing they have access to the latest diagnostics, treatments and education.

KershawHealth offers an accessible, comprehensive range of services for women at each stage of life. Women’s services include everything from care and classes for expectant mothers to advanced diagnostic testing and surgical procedures for cancer and other illnesses.

KershawHealth’s Women’s Center helps expectant mothers begin their parenting journey by offering prenatal

and breast-feeding classes. When their little ones arrive, new mothers continue to enjoy programs such as car seat workshops and SafeKids events. A special women’s diagnostic imaging department at the Elgin Outpatient Center offers women advanced digital mammography, ultrasound, CT and MRI, and bone density testing. KershawHealth’s surgical services department offers the latest minimally invasive gynecological procedures.

Women’s wellness programs encourage them to get and stay physically and emotionally fit, with a growing variety of offerings that include nutrition and stress relief seminars, weight management and smoking cession classes, Pilates, aerobics, yoga and more.

Care in the Comfort of Home Teams bring healthcare services, support to familiar surroundings.

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hether it’s care following surgery or an illness, or compassionate support when facing a life-limiting illness, the professionals of KershawHealth Home Health and Hospice bring their expertise to your front door.

KershawHealth’s in-home programs have been named to the Home Care Elite list, ranking them among the best in the country.

The goal of the Home Health team is to further assist in the recovery process, allowing patients to regain independence while in familiar surroundings.

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care and family education. Certified physical therapists help rebuild stamina and strength, while speech therapists assist with speech and swallowing.

Occupational therapists help patients relearn basic daily tasks, dietitians ensure proper nutrition, and medical social workers offer valuable information about community resources.

KershawHealth Hospice gives families choice and peace-of-mind during a loved one’s final stages of life, enabling families to stay together in peace, comfort and dignity. A support system of doctors, nurses, aides, pharmacists, chaplains, volunteers and others meet the needs of both patient and family, whether at home or in a skilled- or assisted-care facility.

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2010-11 Business Guide The following information was provided by the Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce.

The area code is 803 and the state is south carolina, unless otherwise noted.

Accounting

Architects

Attorneys

Cantey, Tiller, Pierce & Green, LLC • 432-1436 1204 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.ctp-cpa.com

Boykin & Munnerlyn Architects & Associates • 432-3233 1305 Monument Sq., Camden, 29020

Baxley, Pratt & Wells, PA, Attorneys at Law • 438-4200 3 The Common - Ward Rd., Lugoff, 29078

Kenneth S. Higgenbotham, CPA • 432-2605 2039 W. DeKalb St., Ste. B, Camden, 29020

Art Galleries

Sheheen, Hancock & Godwin, LLP • 432-1424 1011 Fair St., Camden, 29020 www.shgcpa.com Adult Care Services Home Remedies Adult Care Services, Inc. • 424-2650 2030-A Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.homeremediescare.com Advertising – Marketing The Camden Equestrian • 427-1994 P.O. Box 2152, Camden, 29020 Agriculture Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service • 432-9071 632 W. DeKalb St., Ste. 101, Camden, 29020 www.clemson.edu Alarm Companies

Andries Van Dam Investment Art and Antiques • 432-0850 914 Market St., Camden, 29020 www.stores.shop.ebay.com/van-dam-fine-arts Artists’ Attic • 432-9955 930 S. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.dotgoodwin.com Arts Centers Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County • 425-7676 810 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.fineartscenter.org Assisted Living Covenant Place • 469-7007 2825 Carter Rd., Sumter, 29150 www.covenantplace.org Morningside of Camden • 713-8668 719 Kershaw Hwy., Camden, 29020 www.morningsideofcamden.com

Childs & Halligan, PA • 254-4035 1301 Gervais St., Ste. 900, Columbia, 29201 www.childs-halligan.com The Connell Law Firm, LLC • 408-8500 20 Townlee Ln., Ste. A, Lugoff, 29078 DuBose-Robinson, PC, Attorneys at Law • 432-1992 935 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Fisher & Phillips, LLP • 255-0000 1901 Main St., Ste. 1400, Columbia, 29201 www.laborlawyers.com Laurie Slade Funderburk, Attorney at Law • 432-0188 506 Walnut St., Camden, 29020 Nexsen Pruet, LLC • 253-8201 1230 Main St., Ste. 700, Columbia, 29201 www.nexsenpruet.com Patrick D. Partin, Attorney at Law • 432-7111 931 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Law Office of M. Scott Rankin • 424-0026 711 Lafayette Ave., Camden, 29020 Savage, Royall & Sheheen • 432-4391 1111 Church St., Camden, 29020

Telasco Alarm Service, Inc. • 432-5265 2635 N. Broad St., Camden, 29021 Alteration Shops Wanda’s Alterations & Boutique • 432-1657 2521 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Antiques Andries Van Dam Investment Art and Antiques • 432-0850 914 Market St., Camden, 29020 www.stores.shop.ebay.com/van-dam-fine-arts F.D. Goodale Jeweler, LLC • 432-3445 543 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.fdgoodalejeweler.com Heritage Antique Mall • 425-4191 113 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Springdale Antiques, Inc. • 432-0312 951 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Apartments Fox Run Apartments • 432-3997 148 Wall St., Camden, 29020 www.apartmentguide.com Lafayette Square Apartments • 432-7417 300 Lafayette Way, Apt. 2-E, Camden, 29020 Riverwinds Apartments • 432-4107 1324 Old River Rd., Camden, 29020 Appliance Sales & Services Logan’s Appliance Center • 425-4333 945 S. Broad St., Camden, 29020 Appraisers Premium Home Inspections and Appraisals • 427-6353 1601-A Roberts Ave., Camden, 29020 R. Justin Conder Appraisal Company • 432-6226 514 Walnut St., Camden, 29021

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Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce First Palmetto Savings Bank, Inc. – Lugoff • 438-1461 70 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.firstpalmetto.com

Audio Services KT Music and Sound • 669-0732 1010 Kennedy St., Camden, 29020 www.ktmusicandsound.com

Heritage Community Bank • 424-1759 2220 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.heritageonline.biz

Automotive – Auto Parts O’Reilly Auto Parts • 425-1062 1047 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.oreillyauto.com

Chuck Nash State Farm Insurance Agency • 432-9001 1120 Little St., Camden, 29020 www.statefarm.com

Automotive – Dealerships Carolina Chrysler-Jeep- Dodge, LLC • 438-9160 891 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.carolinacjd.com Heritage Chevrolet-Buick-Pontiac-GMC, Inc. • 438-1241 825 Hwy. 1 S., Camden, 29020 www.heritagechevybuick.com

The Decadent Dish, LLC • 425-5112 609 Boykin Rd., Camden, 29020 Everyday Gourmet • 425-1907 2204 1/2 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Fatz Cafe of Camden • 432-3439 212 Wall St., Camden, 29020 www.fatz.com

NBSC • 713-1105 501 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

La Fiesta Restaurant, Inc. • 425-7137 29 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Gary Patterson State Farm Insurance Agency • 438-5000 830 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.garypatterson.net

Mad’s Restaurant & Catering • 432-1299 818 Market St., Camden, 29020 Millpond Steakhouse • 425-8825 84 Boykin Mill Rd., Boykin, 29128 www.themillpondsteakhouse.com

Automotive – Oil Change Stations

Sandhills Bank • (843) 334-2265 300 King St. E., Bethune, 29009 www.sandhillsbank.com

Jeff Gainey’s Lube Center, LLC • 438-8480 680 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078

Wachovia Bank • 425-7760 519 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.wachovia.com

JR Wholesale Tires & Auto Center • 272-0059 822 Cameron Ln., Lugoff, 29078

Barbershops

Churches

Automotive – Paint – Body Shops

Blackwell’s Modern Barbershop – Camden • 432-2262 1014 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Bethel Worship Center • 432-6220 814 Fair St., Camden, 29020 www.bwccamden.com

City Paint and Body, Inc. • 424-1221 128 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

John’s Barbershop • 438-0604 30 Raspberry Ct., Lugoff, 29078

Lugoff Paint & Body Shop, Inc. • 438-3483 647 Lachicotte Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.napaautocare.com/sc/lugoff/lugoff_paint

Bed & Breakfasts

Good Hope Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church • 432-7908 851 Sumter Hwy., Camden, 29020

Palmetto Paint & Body Works • 432-3814 810 S. Broad St., Camden, 29020 Automotive – Repairs – Service Williams Automotive • 425-1023 513 Monroe St., Camden, 29020

Bloomsbury Inn • 432-5858 1707 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.bloomsburyinn.com Camden House Bed & Breakfast • 713-1013 1502 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.camdenhouse.us Bookkeeping

Automotive – Tire Stores

B & L Bookkeeping & Tax Service, LLC • 432-2195

Camden Tire Co., Inc. • 432-3481 1109 Wylie St., Camden, 29020

Building Supplies

Graham’s Tire Service, Inc. • 432-6776 828 Mill St., Camden, 29020

Camden Builders Supply • 432-4219 914 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Horton Tire Co., Inc. • 432-9761 2618 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 Bakeries

Lowe’s • 572-9000 11 Bay Ln., Camden, 29020 www.lowes.com

Mulberry Market Bake Shop • 424-8401 536 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Wateree Ace Hardware • 438-1007 886 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 Wm. T. Miller Lumber Co., Inc. • 432-6041 107 York St., Camden, 29020 www.millerlumber.com

Banks Carolina First Bank • 424-0698 315 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.carolinafirst.com

Cable TV

Larry DiBiase – State Farm Insurance • 432-4545 2043 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

TruVista • 432-3461 2629 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.truvista.net

First Citizens Bank – Camden • 432-1995 1111 Broad St., Ste. 1000, Camden, 29020 www.firstcitizensonline.com

Campgrounds

First Citizens Bank – Elgin • 438-5416 2464 Main St., Elgin, 29045 www.firstcitizensonline.com

Carriage Companies Camden Carriage Co. • 425-5737 908 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.camdencarriage.com

First Community Bank • 432-7575 631 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.firstcommunitysc.com

Caterers

First Palmetto Savings Bank, Inc. – Camden • 432-2265 407 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.firstpalmetto.com First Palmetto Savings Bank, Inc. – Dusty Bend • 432-1982 2310 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.firstpalmetto.com

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Columbia – Camden RV Park • 438-8774 1354 Ft. Jackson Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.columbia-camden-rv-park.com Wateree Lake Campground • 273-3013 2367 Dolan Ln., Liberty Hill, 29074

First Citizens Bank – Lugoff • 438-6675 844 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.firstcitizensonline.com

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The Catery on Broad • 425-1011 1011 Broad St., Ste. H, Camden, 29020 www.thecateryonbroad.com

Aberdeen Catery • 425-1060 1409 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Old Armory Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant • 432-3222 514 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 Two Men & A Grill • 424-5152 2181 Flint Hill Rd., Camden, 29020

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church • 432-6131 1709 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.ourlady.catholicweb.com City – County Offices City of Camden • 432-2421 1000 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.cityofcamdensc.org Camden Fire Department • 425-6040 1000 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 Camden Police Department • 425-6025 816 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service • 432-9071 632 W. DeKalb St., Ste. 101, Camden, 29020 www.clemson.edu Town of Elgin • 438-2362 2469 Main St., Elgin, 29045 Kershaw County Department of Social Services • 432-7676 110 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.dss.sc.gov Kershaw County Economic Development Office • 425-7685 80 Campus Dr., Camden, 29020 www.kershawcountysc.org Kershaw County Government Offices • 425-1500 515 Walnut St., Camden, 29020 Kershaw County Recreation Department • 425-6010 1042 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Kershaw County Sheriff’s Department • 425-1512 821 Ridgeway Rd., Lugoff, 29078 Lugoff Fire Department • 438-2553 892 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 Cleaners – Dry City Laundry & Cleaners, Inc. • 432-1444 404 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 Nettles Cleaners • 432-4151 515 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020

Camden Fireplace Catering • 669-1210 642 Beverly Hills Rd., Camden, 29021 www.camdenfireplacecatering.com

Clubs – Associations

Carolina Café • 713-9977 1040 A Broad St., Camden, 29020

American Legion Post #17 • 432-6299 P.O. Box 456, Camden, 29021

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. • 422-0227 P.O. Box 267, Camden, 29021

K e r s h aw C o u n t y

Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce American Legion Post #195 • 438-8614 1332 Elks Lodge Ct., Lugoff, 29078 legion195.tripod.com Camden Community Concert Band • 432-5742 414 Laurens St., Camden, 29020 www.camdencommunityband.org Camden First Community Development Corp. • 432-3553 704 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Camden Jaycees P.O. Box 14, Camden, 29020 Camden Junior Welfare League • 432-9700 524 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.camdenleague.com Camden Lions Club • 424-0808 2109 McCarley Dr., Camden, 29020 Camden Rotary Club • 424-2230 P.O. Box 383, Camden, 29021 Camden Shrine Club • 432-9177 P.O. Box 866, Camden, 29021 The Camden Tree Foundation, Inc. • 243-7036 P.O. Box 473, Camden, 29021

Collections – Recovery Services

Country Clubs

M & H Land, LLC • 713-0174 306 Hampton Park, Camden, 29020

Camden Country Club & Pro Shop • 432-3322 111 Knights Hill Rd., Camden, 29020 www.camdencountryclub.com

Colleges – Universities Central Carolina Technical College • 425-8388 506 N. Guignard Dr., Sumter, 29150 www.cctech.edu

Credit Card Processing – Merchant Services PSG – Merchant Services • 397-0407 147 Golden Pond Dr., Lexington, 29073

USC Sumter • 938-3733 200 Miller Rd., Sumter, 29150 www.uscsumter.edu

Credit Unions

Computer Software

AllSouth Federal Credit Union • 432-3342 Inside Camden Wal-Mart Supercenter, Camden, 29020 www.allsouth.org

Fremont Associates, LLC • 432-8272 306 Kings Chase, Camden, 29020 www.fremontassociates.com Computers – Electronics Steve Donaldson Consulting, LLC • 427-1552 2 Plaza Dr., Lugoff, 29078 www.sdconsults.com PC Medics • 424-0167 2319 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.camden.net

AgSouth Farm Credit, ACA • 438-2464 951 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078

May Plant Credit Union – Camden • 432-7263 1015 Mill St., Camden, 29020 www.mayplantcreditunion.com May Plant Credit Union – Elgin • 432-7771 2480 Main St., Elgin, 29045 www.mayplantcreditunion.com

Camden-Lugoff Area Shag Society • 432-4512 P.O. Box 606, Lugoff, 29078 www.shagginwithclass.com

Construction Companies

May Plant Credit Union – Lugoff • 432-7771 719 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.mayplantcreditunion.com

Ark Construction & Remodeling, LLC • 260-6320 62 Colony Dr., Camden, 29020

SAFE Federal Credit Union • Ext. 259 407 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 www.safefed.org

Chi Chi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity • 432-3725 P.O. Box 573, Camden, 29021

C & C Builders of Columbia, Inc. • 736-5008 500 N. Brickyard Rd., Columbia, 29223 www.candcbuilders.com

Committee of 100 • 733-1142 930 Richland St., Columbia, 29202 www.commof100.org

C. Ray Miles Construction Co., Inc. • 438-9207 39 Plaza Dr., Lugoff, 29078

SAFE Federal Credit Union – Springdale • Ext. 350 1640-B Springdale Plaza, Camden, 29020 www.safefed.org

Daughters of American Revolution (NSDAR) 1729 Fair St., Camden, 29020 Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands • 775-6017 203 N. Salem Ave., Sumter, 29150 www.gssc-mm.org Indian Waters Council, Boy Scouts of America • 750-9868 715 Betsy Dr., Columbia, 29210 www.indianwaters.org

Cantey Construction Co., Inc. • 424-1845 140 Hermitage Farm Rd., Camden, 29020 Jim Cliatt, Jr., General Contractor • 432-0935 911 Dicey Creek Rd., Camden, 29020 Gilbert Construction Co. • (843) 669-3428 615 S. Coit St., Florence, 29502 www.gilbertconstruction.com Hayes Building & Remodeling, Inc. • 432-0061 510 Charlotte Thompson Rd., Camden, 29020

Custom Doors Southern Custom Doors & Hardware • 438-8115 409 Larch Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.scdoors.com Dance Studios Carolina Performing Arts, LLC • 438-2111 12 Riverside Dr., Lugoff, 29078 Database Design and Development Database Your Way, LLC • 438-0372 1136 Spring Dr., Lugoff, 29078 www.databaseyourway.com

Kershaw County Board of Realtors • 425-1978 609 Laurens St., Camden, 29020

Marty Kelly Construction, Inc. • 432-6067 P.O. Box 1625, Camden, 29021

Day Spas

Kershaw County Farmer’s Market • 438-3097 1916 Three Branches Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.kcfarmersmarket.org

M.B. Kahn Construction Co., Inc. • 227-1221 101 Flintlake Rd., Columbia, 29202 www.mbkahn.com

Vittel, A Salon & Day Spa • 432-4446 1025 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.vittelspa.com

Kershaw County Historical Society • 425-1123 811 Fair St., Camden, 29020 www.kershawcountyhistoricalsociety.org

Mitch Rabon Realty & Construction Co., Inc. • 438-1881 866 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078

Kershaw County Republican Party • 477-6903 2108 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Partin Construction, Inc. • 432-9375 905 Commerce Alley, Camden, 29020

Kershaw County Republican Women • 420-0605 19 Hickory Point Ln., Elgin, 29045 KershawHealth Auxiliary • 713-6211 1315 Roberts St., Camden, 29020 Kiwanis Club of Camden • 425-4140 P.O. Box 494, Camden, 29021 Lake Wateree Association, Inc. • 424-5046 P.O. Box 2132, Camden, 29020 www.lakewatereeassociation.org Olde English District • 385-6800 136 Main St., Chester, 29706 www.sctravel.net South Carolina Horsemen’s Council • 494-9833 2704 Bridgewater Rd., Rock Hill, 29730 South Carolina Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation • 424-8477 P.O. Box 2248, Camden, 29020 www.trfsc.org The West Foundation, Inc. • 425-1115 1111 Broad St., 4th Fl., Camden, 29020

K e r s h aw C o u n t y

Shirley Construction • 432-3880 713 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Camden, 29020

Dentists – Orthodontists William J. Biggins, DMD • 432-3571 1015 Fair St., Camden, 29020 www.camdendentist.com Kenneth W. Carson, DDS, PA • 432-4202 400 Dicey Ford Rd., Camden, 29020 www.drkennethwcarson.com

Wateree Construction and Improvements • 432-0446 827 Pine Oak Rd., Camden, 29020

Davant Orthodontics • 432-5132 2306 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.davantorthodontics.com

Convenience Stores

Drs. Moss & Owen • 432-2155 310 Hampton Park, Camden, 29020

Exxon Tiger Shop • 425-7170 204 Wall St., Camden, 29020 Speaks Oil Co. • 432-3501 121 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Cosmetics – Beauty Companies The Beauty of AVON • 432-7777 539 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.camdenavonstore.com Mary Kay Skin Care & Cosmetics • 432-3638 1890 DeKalb School Rd., Camden, 29020 www.marykay.com/BarbaraS

Joseph Dental Associates, PA • 432-7627 1301 Monument Sq., Camden, 29020 Harry J. Koutroulakis, DMD, Family Dentistry, PA • 438-3540 One Plaza Dr., Lugoff, 29078 Martin Lee Mays, DDS • 432-8841 61 Burndale Ln., Camden, 29020 Roderick D. Smith, DMD, Family Dentistry • 438-3449 101 Standard Warehouse Rd., Lugoff, 29078

Counseling

John M. Stephenson, DMD • 425-1644 402 Dicey Ford Rd., Unit E, Camden, 29020

Family Resource Center • 425-4357 1111 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.frccounseling.com

Wateree Family & Cosmetic Dentistry • 438-1845 Ste. 25 The Common – Ward Rd., Lugoff, 29078

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Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce Horsepower of the Midlands • 425-7178 1645 Etters Ln., Cassatt, 29032 www.horsepowerofthemidlands.com

Department Stores Belk of Camden • 432-7641 1670 Springdale Dr., Camden, 29020 www.belk.com

Nature’s View, Inc. • 713-8470 594 Charlotte Thompson School Rd., Camden, 29020 www.naturesview1.org

Walmart Stores, Inc. • 425-9890 2240 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.walmart.com

Pear Tree Farm • 432-9490 82 Red Bank Rd., Rembert, 29128 www.hunterhorse.com

Direct Selling Companies Passion Parties by Sheri • 427-2954 222 Upton Cir., Camden, 29020

South Carolina Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation • 424-8477 P.O. Box 2248, Camden, 29020 www.trfsc.org

Distribution Centers Target Distribution Center • 713-3500 22 Corporate Dr., Lugoff, 29078

The Tack Room • 432-2264 2532 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020

Drug Screening Services

Equestrian Show Facilities

The ALPHA Center • 432-6902 709 Mill St., Camden, 29020

South Carolina Equine Park • 243-0948 443 Cleveland School Rd., Camden, 29020

Electricians

Estate Sales

Mills Electric Service, Inc. • 438-9472 140 Boulware Rd., Lugoff, 29078

Camden Estate Sales • 432-5597 211 Laurens St., Camden, 29020 www.camdenestatesales.com

Electronic Dealers Hall Radio & TV, Inc. • 432-4344 1114 Little St., Camden, 29020

Feed Dealers

Employment Agencies

Mane Street Horse & Pet, LLC • 432-5141 40 East DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

AllStaff Employment Services, LLC • 432-4515 2509 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020

Galloway Enterprises, Inc. – KFC • 432-9559 1010 Mill St., Camden, 29020 Outlaw Enterprises – Taco Bell • 432-4305 816 Mill St., Camden, 29020 Sensor Enterprises, Inc. – McDonald’s • 787-6647 3924 Forest Dr., Ste. 12, Columbia, 29204 www.mcdonalds.com Sub Station II – Lugoff • 438-9005 870 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 Food – Groceries Piggly Wiggly – Lugoff • 438-3781 26 Wateree Plaza, Lugoff, 29078 Forestry Consultants Forest Land Management, Inc. • 432-4320 525 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 Funeral – Burial Services Kornegay Funeral Home • 432-3583 1112 Fair St., Camden, 29020 www.kornegayfuneral.com Powers Funeral Home, LLC • 408-8711 832 Ridgeway Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.powersfuneralhome.net Furniture

Festivals

Brown’s Interiors, Inc. • 432-4764 1515 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Camden, 29020

Gallman Personnel Services, Inc. • 750-4878 408-A E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.gallmanpersonnel.com

Bethune Chicken Strut • (843) 334-6599 P.O. Box 646, Bethune, 29009

Newman Furniture Co., Inc. • 432-0811 2518 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020

Goodwill Industries of Upstate – Midlands SC, Inc. • (864) 351-0149 115 Haywood Rd., Greenville, 29607 www.goodwillsc.org

Kyle Cassidy Allstate Insurance Agency • 432-1561 834 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.allstate.com

South Carolina Employment Security Commission • 432-5153 205 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.sces.org

Dillard Financial Solutions, Inc. • 499-3034 2381 Hwy. 441, Ste. C, Sumter, 29154 www.dillardfinancialsolutionsinc.com

Engineering Agilis Engineering • 432-6164 1111 Broad St., Ste. 4000, Camden, 29020 www.agilis.com F & ME Consultants • 254-4540 3112 Devine St., Columbia, 29205

Financial Investment Services

Second Nature (Band) • 432-5834 2209 Cornwallis Ave., Camden, 29020

Fire & Water Restoration Services

Entertainment – Mobile DJs

Servpro of Kershaw and Lancaster Counties • 475-7500 128 North Hampton St., Kershaw, 29067 Fitness

Carolina Cup Racing Association, Inc. • 432-6513 200 Knights Hill Rd., Camden, 29020 www.carolina-cup.org

Finally Farm, Inc. • 432-6598 210 Firetower Rd., Camden, 29020

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Hayes Building & Remodeling, Inc. • 432-0061 510 Charlotte Thompson Rd., Camden, 29020 Partin Construction, Inc. • 432-9375 905 Commerce Alley, Camden, 29020 Wateree Construction and Improvements • 432-0446 827 Pine Oak Rd., Camden, 29020 Gift – Specialty Shops Sheridan’s Hallmark • 425-1722 1670 Springdale Dr., Ste. 11-A, Camden, 29020 Golf Clubs

Fitness Zone • 438-3811 814-B Hwy. 1 S., Wateree Plaza, Lugoff, 29078 www.fitnesszonelugoff.com

Government – Recruiting Offices

Florists

Fair Croft Farms • 432-1052 1030 Brookdale Ln., Camden, 29020

Gilbert Construction Co. • (843) 669-3428 615 S. Coit St., Florence, 29502 www.gilbertconstruction.com

Atlas Gym & Fitness Center • 425-1017 1017 Gordon St., Camden, 29020 www.atlasgymsc.com

Camden Floral • 432-6112 1114 Goodale Ave., Camden, 29020 www.camdenfloral.com

Custom Care Equine, LLC • 425-4848 2233 Carter St., Camden, 29020 www.customcareequine.com

General Contractors

Dennis Construction, Inc. • 424-1903 344-A Sumter Hwy., Camden, 29020 www.dennisconstructioninc.net

Wells Fargo Advisors • 425-7775 519 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.wachovia.com

Buckrill, Inc. • 432-1143 683 Woodstock Ln., Camden, 29020

Speaks Oil Co. • 432-3501 121 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Edward Jones – Pontiac • 462-1788 10535 Two Notch Rd., Ste. B, Elgin, 29045 www.edwardjones.com

KT Music and Sound • 669-0732 1010 Kennedy St., Camden, 29020 www.ktmusicandsound.com

Equestrian

Gas – Oil Companies

Jim Cliatt, Jr., General Contractor • 432-0935 911 Dicey Creek Rd., Camden, 29020

Entertainment – Bands

KT Music and Sound • 669-0732 1010 Kennedy St., Camden, 29020 www.ktmusicandsound.com

Whittington Gallery • 272-0510 1716 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Camden, 29020 www.whittingtongallery.com

Edward Jones – Lugoff • 438-1288 610 Hwy. 1 S., Ste. H, Lugoff, 29078 www.edwardjones.com

Merrill Lynch • 425-7728 917 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.ml.com

D/J Entertainment • 425-1912 9 Belmont Dr., Camden, 29020 www.djjerrytaylor.com

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Food Franchises

White Pines Golf Course, Inc. • 432-7442 614 Mary Ln., Camden, 29020

Santee-Lynches Workforce Development • 775-7381 36 W. Liberty St., Sumter, 29151 www.slworkforcedev.org Grading – Site Clearing Cantey Construction Co., Inc. • 424-1845 140 Hermitage Farm Rd., Camden, 29020

Elgin Flowers & Gifts, LLC • 438-2444 2434 Main St., Elgin, 29045 www.elginflowersandgifts.com

Grant Writers

Spitzer’s Florist • 432-5344 1101 Fairlawn Dr., Camden, 29020 www.spitzersfloristofcamden.com

Full Service Grantwriting & Research • 432-1500 500 Chesnut St., Camden, 29020

K e r s h aw C o u n t y

Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce Gun & Ammunition Sales

Home Repairs

Elgin Gun Sales, Inc. • 438-3456 2510-A Green Hill Rd., Elgin, 29045

Scott’s Home Maintenance and Repair, LLC • 713-0607 1721 Brook Dr., Camden, 29020

Hair Salons Salon Rouge • 549-1659 2614 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Travis’ Salon • 272-0575 1011 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Vittel, A Salon & Day Spa • 432-4446 1025 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.vittelspa.com

Hospice Hospice of Tri County • 432-1195 2039 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Hospitals KershawHealth • 432-4311 1315 Roberts St., Camden, 29020 www.kershawhealth.org

Wood’s Beauty Salon • 432-3621 629 1/2 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020

Hotels

Hardware

Colony Inn • 432-5508 2020 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Camden Builders Supply • 432-4219 914 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Wateree Ace Hardware • 438-1007 886 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 Wm. T. Miller Lumber Co., Inc. • 432-6041 107 York St., Camden, 29020 www.millerlumber.com Health Clinics Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County • 713-0806 110-C E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.cmcofkc.org Health Clubs Atlas Gym & Fitness Center • 425-1017 1017 Gordon St., Camden, 29020 www.atlasgymsc.com Fitness Zone • 438-3811 814-B Hwy. 1 S., Wateree Plaza, Lugoff, 29078 www.fitnesszonelugoff.com Health Maintenance KershawHealth Health Care Place at Bethune • (843) 334-6551 103 S. Main St., Bethune, 29009 KershawHealth Health Resource Center • 424-0461 124 Battleship Rd., Camden, 29020 www.kershawhealth.org KershawHealth Home Health & Hospice • 425-1916 2001 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 KershawHealth Primary Care at Elgin • 438-8664 123 Main St., Elgin, 29045 Tilford, Inc. • 432-0205 1709 Mill St., Camden, 29020 Healthcare Products Manufacturers Ark Therapeutic Services, Inc. • 438-9779 862-A Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.arktherapeutic.com Hearing Aid Sales, Care & Service Palmetto Hearing, LLC • (877) 848-8839 1322 Haile St., Camden, 29020 www.palmettohearing.com Heating – Air Conditioning Flowers Heating & Cooling • 432-5883 1004 Wylie St., Camden, 29020 www.flowersheatingandcooling.com Powers & Gregory, Inc. • 438-9616 313 Trush Ln., Lugoff, 29078

Comfort Inn & Suites • 425-1010 220 Wall St., Camden, 29020 www.choicehotels.com Econo Lodge Inn & Suites • 438-6990 529 Hwy. 601, Lugoff, 29078 www.econolodge.com Hampton Inn • 788-4901 1021 Clemson Rd., Columbia, 29229 www.columbiai20clemsonroad.hamptoninn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Columbia • 788-4901 1021 Clemson Frontage Rd., Columbia, 29229 www.hiexpress.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites – Camden • 424-5000 419 Sumter Hwy., Camden, 29020 www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/camden/cdnsh/ hoteldetail Humane Society – Animal Shelters Kershaw County Humane Society • 425-6016 460 Fair St., Camden, 29021 www.waltermcroweanimalshelter.org In-Home Care Services

Upchurch & Jowers Insurance Agency, Inc. • 432-8433 2004 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.upjowers.com Woodmen of the World Life Insurance • 796-0646 P.O. Box 7110, West Columbia, 29171 www.woodmen.org Interior Decorators Brown’s Interiors, Inc. • 432-4764 1515 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Camden, 29020 Whittington Gallery • 272-0510 1716 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Camden, 29020 www.whittingtongallery.com International Sporting Travel Agencies Wings, Inc. • 713-9900 Commerce Alley, Camden, 29020 www.wingspot.com Janitorial Jet Janitorial & Pool Supply Co., LLC • 432-6915 2636 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 Jewelry Stores Camden Jewelers, Inc. • 432-4512 1008 Broad St., Camden, 29020 F.D. Goodale Jeweler, LLC • 432-3445 543 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.fdgoodalejeweler.com Landscape Supplies CRW Landscape Supply, LLC • 425-9503 1218 Chesnut Ferry Rd., Camden, 29020 www.crwlandscapesupply.com

Insurance

Marshall Landscaping, Inc. • 432-1850 1459 Red Hill Rd., Camden, 29020

Alpine Agency of the Midlands, LLC • 432-4960 1023-B W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.alpineagency.com

Lawn Maintenance

Dennis Arledge Agency – Allstate Insurance Co. • 408-0004 2439 Main St., Elgin, 29045 BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina • 264-3972 P.O. Box 6170, Columbia, 29260 www.southcarolinablues.com Kyle Cassidy Allstate Insurance Agency • 432-1561 834 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.allstate.com Larry DiBiase – State Farm Insurance • 432-4545 2043 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Dillard Financial Solutions, Inc. • 499-3034 2381 Hwy. 441, Ste. C, Sumter, 29154 www.dillardfinancialsolutionsinc.com Elgin Insurance Agency, Inc. • 438-5023 2510-B Green Hill Rd., Elgin, 29045 Kennedy Insurance Agency, Inc. • 432-8422 501 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020

Home Inspections

Gary Patterson State Farm Insurance Agency • 438-5000 830 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.garypatterson.net

Thaxton Insurance Group, Inc. • 432-1453 2313 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.cltinsurance.com

Landscaping – Seeding & Erosion Control

Chuck Nash State Farm Insurance Agency • 432-9001 1120 Little St., Camden, 29020 www.statefarm.com

K e r s h aw C o u n t y

The Rose Agency • 427-1833 P.O. Box 683, Camden, 29021

Home Remedies Adult Care Services, Inc. • 424-2650 2030-A Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.homeremediescare.com

Total Comfort Service Center, Inc. • 772-4495 346 Orchard Dr., West Columbia, 29170

Premium Home Inspections and Appraisals • 427-6353 1601-A Roberts Ave., Camden, 29020

Patteson Insurance Agency, Inc. • 432-8044 947 Broad St., Camden, 29020

David Joseph Landscaping, Inc. • 432-6861 1021 B W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 First Class Landscaping, Inc. • 425-9503 1218 Chestnut Ferry Rd., Camden, 29020 www.firstclasslandscapingsc.com Yard Medic, LLC • 427-2743 Libraries Kershaw County Library • 425-1508 1304 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.kershaw.lib.sc.us Life Coaches Nature’s View, Inc. • 713-8470 594 Charlotte Thompson School Rd., Camden, 29020 www.naturesview1.org Liquor Stores Traders of Camden, Inc. • 432-7565 2412 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.tradersofcamden.com Loan Services 1st Franklin Financial Corp. • 425-9092 1670 Springdale Plaza, Ste. 19, Camden, 29020 Locksmiths Camden Lock & Key P.O. Box 2332, Camden, 29020 www.camdenlockandkeycompany.com

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Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce CHESCO Services • 788-6272 110 Pontiac Business Center Dr., Elgin, 29045 www.chescoservices.org

Lumber Companies J.W. McKittrick Lumber Co. • 432-4108 1964 Flat Rock Rd., Camden, 29020 www.mckittricklumber.com

Family Resource Center • 425-4357 1111 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.frccounseling.com

Machine Shops Midlands Tooling Systems, Inc. • 408-0800 152 Boulware Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.midlandstooling.com

Goodwill Industries of Upstate – Midlands SC, Inc. • (864) 351-0149 115 Haywood Rd., Greenville, 29607 www.goodwillsc.org

Mail Services

The Habitat Store • 432-4333 1019 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.kershawhabitat.org

The UPS Store • 425-9623 1670 Springdale Dr., Unit 9, Camden, 29020 www.theupsstore.com

Kershaw County Board of Disabilities & Special Needs • 432-4841 1619 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Camden, 29020

Manufacturing Ahlstrom Nonwovens • (843) 334-6211 500 Chesnut St., Bethune, 29009 www.ahlstrom.com

Kershaw County Clean Community Commission • 432-1427 P.O. Box 1731, Camden, 29021

Cogsdill Tool Products, Inc. • 438-4000 1001 Guion Dr., Lugoff, 29078 www.cogsdill.com

The Louise C. Proctor Hall • 432-1436 1204 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Covidien • 424-2457 90 E. Hampton St., Camden, 29020

The Salvation Army • 775-9336 815 Broad St., Camden, 29020

DeRoyal Textiles, Inc. • 432-2403 125 E. York St., Camden, 29020 www.deroyaltextiles.com

Second Look by Christian Communities Ministries • 432-0730 1010 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Haier America Refrigerators Co. • 424-8424 50 Haier Blvd., Camden, 29020

Swift Creek Church & Rosalee’s Cottage 73 Boykin Mill Rd., Rembert, 29128

Invista • 425-3500 Hwy. 1 S. – Lugoff, SC, Camden, 29020

United Way of Kershaw County • 432-0951 110 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.uwkc.net

Mancor Carolina, Inc. • 438-6845 397-A Hwy. 601 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.mancor.com

Nurseries

Oak-Mitsui • 425-7900 29 Battleship Rd. Extension, Camden, 29020 www.oakmitsui.com

Beyond Bargains Nursery • 420-0925 756 Hwy. 1 N., Camden, 29020 OB-GYNs KershawHealth Women’s Care • 438-3800 1165 Hwy. 1 S., Ste. 500, Lugoff, 29078 www.kershawhabitat.org

South Carolina Yutaka Technologies • 408-9770 2 Business Pkwy., Heritage Pointe Industrial Park, Lugoff, 29078 www.yutakatech.com

Sentinel OB/GYN Division • 432-6186 1800 Roberts St., Camden, 29020

Weylchem US, Inc. • 438-3471 2114 Larry Jeffers Rd., Elgin, 29045

Office Supplies Herald Office Systems • (800) 868-6575 736 Broad St., Sumter, 29150

Mortgage Lenders Midland Mortgage Corp. • 978-6313 1500 Richland St., Columbia, 29201 www.midlandmortgagecorp.com

Optometrists

Phoenix Services, Inc. • 425-1115 1111 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Motorsports Parks Carolina Motorsports Park, Inc. • 475-2448 3662 Kershaw Hwy., Kershaw, 29067 www.carolinamotorsportspark.com Moving – Storage McCoy Moving & Storage, Inc. • 432-6545 825 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Museums Camden Archives & Museum • 425-6050 1314 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.camdenarchives.org Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site • 432-9841 222 S. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.historic-camden.net

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Terminix Service, Inc. • 432-7352 911 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.trustterminix.com Pharmacies Hawthorne Camden Pharmacy • 425-8378 2339 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Hawthorne Lugoff Pharmacy • 408-9589 814 Hwy. 1 S., Ste. 4, Lugoff, 29078 www.hawthornesc.com Photographers – Photo Finishing Blue Rose Photography • 432-9400 2319 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.bluerosephotography.net Carolina Sports, Inc. • 432-3515 932 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Images by Geri DeSousa • 669-0986 1491 Holland Rd., Cassatt, 29032 www.solemarphotography.com Physicians – Cardiologists Camden Heart Care • 432-8622 1045-A W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.camdenheartcare.com Columbia Cardiology • 729-4610 1 The Common, Lugoff, 29078 www.columbia-cardiology.com South Carolina Heart Center • 432-6771 1330 Haile St., Camden, 29020 Physicians – ENTs South Carolina ENT, Allergy & Sleep Medicine • 408-3277 1165 Hwy. 601 S., Ste. 300, Lugoff, 29078 www.southcarolinaent.com Physicians – Surgeons Alice J. Brooks, MD, PA • 438-6023 116 Standard Warehouse Rd., Lugoff, 29078 Sentinel Internal Medicine Division • 432-1996 1344 Haile St., Camden, 29020 Sentinel Surgical Division • 432-7682 1102 Roberts St., Camden, 29020 Pool Supply Companies Jet Janitorial & Pool Supply Co., LLC • 432-6915 2636 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020

Orthopedics

Poultry Farms

Camden Bone & Joint, LLC • 432-4498 1112 Mill St., Camden, 29020

Prestage Farms of South Carolina • 432-6396 1889 Hwy. 1 N., Cassatt, 29032 www.prestagefarms.com

Party Rental Services Celebrations • 771-7886 830 Sunset Blvd., Columbia, 29169 www.celebrations.sc Palmetto Party Rental • 794-0010 1104 Atlas Rd., Columbia, 29209 www.palmettopartyrental.com Pawn Shops Cash Man Jewelry, Pawn & Discount Tobacco • 424-0088 1005-H Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020

Pediatric Associates of Kershaw County • 432-1931 1346 Haile St., Camden, 29020 Periodontists John M. Stephenson, DMD • 425-1644 402 Dicey Ford Rd., Unit E, Camden, 29020

The Bargain Basket • 425-0727 950 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Rollins Pest Control • 286-5035 10455 Hwy. 151, Jefferson, 29718 www.rollinspc.com

Sentinel Ophthalmology Division • 432-9874 615 Laurens St., Camden, 29020

Pediatricians

National Steeplechase Museum • 432-6513 200 Knights Hill Rd., Camden, 29020 www.nationalsteeplechasemuseum.org

Pest Control

Prepaid Legal Services Prepaid Legal Services, Inc. • 318-8233 9610 Two Notch Rd., Ste. 5, Columbia, 29223 www.prepaidlegal.com/hub/nkhilliard Printers Davis Printing Co., Inc. • 432-1901 715 S. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.davisprintingcompany.com Image Printing, Inc. • 424-0508 611 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 The UPS Store • 425-9623 1670 Springdale Dr., Unit 9, Camden, 29020 www.theupsstore.com Private Clubs Springdale Hall Club • 432-3521 161 Knights Hill Rd., Camden, 29020

K e r s h aw C o u n t y

Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce Produce and Specialty Foods ChrisAnna Farms • 729-6634 1475 Teal Rd., Cassatt, 29032 Promotional Items Geiger Promotional Marketing • 665-5959 46 Oak Ridge Dr., Lugoff, 29078 www.afowler.geigermall.com Propane Gas Suppliers Palmetto Propane, Inc. • 359-3311 703 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.palmettopropane.com Suburban Propane, LP • (843) 346-2311 P.O. Box 459, Timmonsville, 29161 Publications The Barn Book • 649-6989 3356 Rockinghorse Ln., Aiken, 29801 www.thebarnbook.com The Camden Equestrian • 427-1994 P.O. Box 2152, Camden, 29020

Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors – Pontiac • 699-2212 10607 Two Notch Rd., Elgin, 29045 www.russellandjeffcoat.com Southern Properties Realty • 243-0195 101 N. Cleveland St., Kershaw, 29067 Michael Thomas – Coldwell Banker United REALTORS • 427-5073 1622 Blackgum Ln., Ridgeway, 29130 www.sellinglakewateree.com Real Estate Acquisition & Development El Porvenir Airpark • 425-1111 405 Swift Creek Rd., Rembert, 29128 Real Estate – Rentals Graham Realty, Inc. • 432-7370 216 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Recreation Kershaw County Recreation Department • 425-6010 1042 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

McDonald’s – I-20 • 432-9808 204 Wall St., Camden, 29020 McDonald’s – Lugoff • 438-6666 906 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 Millpond Steakhouse • 425-8825 84 Boykin Mill Rd., Boykin, 29128 www.themillpondsteakhouse.com Old Armory Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant • 432-3222 514 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 Sam Kendall’s • 424-2005 1043 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.samkendalls.com SoGo Hibachi & Bar-B-Que Restaurant • 432-1688 2010 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 Sub Station II – Lugoff • 438-9005 870 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 Taco Bell • 432-4305 662 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 Wilkerson Enterprises Inc. – Huddle House • 432-3922 1029 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Camden Media Co. – Chronicle-Independent • 432-6157 909 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.chronicle-independent.com

American Legion Post #17 • 432-6299 P.O. Box 456, Camden, 29021

The Elgin News • 466-4604 2548 Main St., Elgin, 29045

Camden Shrine Club • 432-9177 P.O. Box 866, Camden, 29021

Sub Station II/Camden • 432-1811 1001-A Market St., Camden, 29020

Greater Columbia Apartment Guide • 586-3585 2711 Alpine Rd., Ste. 240, Columbia, 29223 www.apartmentguide.com

Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County • 425-7676 810 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.fineartscenter.org

Retail Shops – Shopping Centers

LocalEdge • 782-3001 3700 Forest Dr., Ste. 400, Columbia, 29201 www.talkingphonebook.com

Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site • 432-9841 222 S. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.historic-camden.net

LocalEdge/ White Directory Carolina • 782-3001 3700 Forest Dr., Ste. 400, Columbia, 29204 Radio Stations WPUB/WCAM Radio Station • 438-9002 5 The Common – Ward Rd., Camden, 29020 www.kool1027.com WPUB/WCAM Radio Station • 438-9002 5 The Common-Ward Rd., Camden, 29021 Real Estate Coldwell Banker United REALTORS • 425-1188 1045 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.cbunited.com Forest Land Management, Inc. • 432-4320 525 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 Henry Beard Realty, Inc. • 432-2451 2619 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.mycamdenrealestate.com Terri Horton – RE/MAX Real Estate Services • 243-0021 525 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 Craig A. Johnson – Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors • 420-0068 14 Belmont Dr., Camden, 29020 www.russellandjeffcoat.com

Rental Facilities

KershawHealth Health Resource Center • 424-0461 124 Battleship Rd., Camden, 29020 www.kershawhealth.org The Louise C. Proctor Hall • 432-1436 1204 Broad St., Camden, 29020 National Steeplechase Museum • 432-6513 200 Knights Hill Rd., Camden, 29020 www.nationalsteeplechasemuseum.org Swift Creek Church & Rosalee’s Cottage 73 Boykin Mill Rd., Rembert, 29128 Restaurants

Restaurants – Catering

The Beauty of AVON • 432-7777 539 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.camdenavonstore.com The Habitat Store • 432-4333 1019 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.kershawhabitat.org The Palmetto Shop • 427-1158 607 S. Broad St., Camden, 29020 Sisters of Camden, LLC • 432-2462 1110 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.sistersofcamden.com The Tack Room • 432-2264 2532 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 Retirement Communities Morningside of Camden • 713-8668 719 Kershaw Hwy., Camden, 29020 www.morningsideofcamden.com RV Sales, Service & Rentals

Burger King • 713-8005 210 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Columbia – Camden RV Park • 438-8774 1354 Ft. Jackson Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.columbia-camden-rv-park.com

Carolina Café • 713-9977 1040 A Broad St., Camden, 29020

School Districts

Everyday Gourmet • 425-1907 2204 1/2 Broad St., Camden, 29020 Fatz Cafe of Camden • 432-3439 212 Wall St., Camden, 29020 www.fatz.com

Kershaw County School District • 432-8416 1301 DuBose Ct., Camden, 29020 https://kcsdschools.net Schools

Ginza Express Hibachi • 425-8725 901 W. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Baron DeKalb Elementary School • 432-2483 2684 Baron DeKalb Rd., Camden, 29020

Hall’s Restaurant & Catering • 438-6644 812 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078

Bethune Elementary School • (843) 334-6278 302 Norwood St. E., Bethune, 29009 www.bet.kcsdschools.net

George McClay – Coldwell Banker United REALTORS • 572-1365 6 Ancrum Rd., Camden, 29020 www.cbunited.com

KFC – Camden • 432-3651 101 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Blaney Elementary School • 438-3241 1621 Smyrna Rd., Elgin, 29045 www.bes.kcsdschools.com

Mitch Rabon Realty & Construction Co., Inc. • 438-1881 866 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078

La Fiesta Restaurant, Inc. • 425-7137 29 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

M & H Land, LLC • 713-0174 306 Hampton Park, Camden, 29020

Prime Realty Group, LLC • 432-4933 305 Kings Chase, Camden, 29020 Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors – Camden • 432-0505 509 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.russellandjeffcoat.com

K e r s h aw C o u n t y

KFC – Pizza Hut Express – Lugoff • 438-1113 857 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078

Lugoff House of Pizza • 438-2472 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 Mad’s Restaurant & Catering • 432-1299 818 Market St., Camden, 29020 McDonald’s – Camden • 432-3300 215 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Camden Elementary School of Creative Arts • 425-8960 1304 Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020 www.ces.kcdsschools.com Camden High School • 425-8930 1022 Ehernclou Dr., Camden, 29020 www.chs.kcsdschools.com Camden Middle School • 425-8975 902 McRae Rd., Camden, 29020 www.cms.kcsdschools.com

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Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce Doby’s Mill Elementary School • 438-4055 1964 Ft. Jackson Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.dme.kcsdschools.com

South Carolina PRT • 734-0307 1205 Pendleton St., Columbia, 29201 South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department • 432-1068 15 Battleship Rd. Extension, Camden, 29020 www.scvrd.net

Jackson School • 425-8965 1109 Campbell St., Camden, 29020 www.jes.kcsdschools.com Jackson School • 425-8965 1730 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Camden, 29020 Kershaw County ATEC • 425-8982 874 Vocational Ln., Camden, 29020 www.atec.kcsdschools.com

Storage One, LLC • 438-0565 187 Hwy. 601 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.thestorageone.com Surveyors

Kershaw County ATEC • 425-8982 874 Vocational Ln., Camden, 29020 Leslie M. Stover Middle School • 438-7414 1649 Smyrna Rd., Elgin, 29045 www.sto.kcsdschools.com Lugoff Elementary School • 438-8000 994 Ridgeway Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.les.kcsdschools.com

Daniel Riddick & Associates, Inc. • 432-5108 704 Lafayette Ave., Ste. 4, Camden, 29020 Robert H. Lackey Surveying, Inc. • 432-0968 929 S. Broad, Camden, 29020

Lugoff-Elgin Middle School • 438-3591 1244 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.lms.kcsdschools.com Midway Elementary School • 432-6122 1892 Hwy. 1 N., Cassatt, 29032 www.mdw.kcsdschools.com Mt. Pisgah Elementary School • 475-6791 5160 Mt. Pisgah Rd., Kershaw, 29067 www.mtp.kcsdshools.com

Telecommunications – Equipment

Vending Services Canteen Vending • 786-2251 120 N. Montague Dr., Columbia, 29203 www.canteen.com

Thrift Stores

Veterinary Medicine & Surgery • 438-1223 196 Hwy. 601 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.vmsvet.net

The Bargain Basket • 425-0727 950 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Second Look by Christian Communities Ministries • 432-0730 1010 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Wateree Elementary School • 438-8018 424 Wildwood Ln., Lugoff, 29078 wes.kcsdschools.com

Timber Dealers

Schools – Cosmetology

Palmetto Land & Timber Co., Inc. • 432-2731 525 Rutledge St., Camden, 29020 Tobacco Stores Cash Man Jewelry, Pawn & Discount Tobacco • 424-0088 1005-H Lyttleton St., Camden, 29020

Tool Manufacturers

The Montessori School of Camden • 432-6828 2 Montessori Way, Camden, 29020 www.montessori-camden.com Scrap Metal Recycling Camden Steel & Metal Co., Inc. • 432-6595 101 King St., Camden, 29020 Social Work Horsepower of the Midlands • 425-7178 1645 Etters Ln., Cassatt, 29032 www.horsepowerofthemidlands.com Sod Companies

Midlands Tooling Systems, Inc. • 408-0800 152 Boulware Rd., Lugoff, 29078 www.midlandstooling.com Transportation Santee Wateree RTA • 934-0396 129 S. Harvin St., Sumter, 29150 www.swrta.com Travel Wings, Inc. • 713-9900 Commerce Alley, Camden, 29020 www.wingspot.com Travel Agencies Camden Travel Service, Inc. • 432-5164 402 Dicey Ford Rd., Ste. D, Camden, 29020 www.camdentravel.com

Modern Turf, Inc. • 713-8873 8840 Camden Hwy., Rembert, 29128 State Offices South Carolina Employment Security Commission • 432-5153 205 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020 www.sces.org

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Myers Timber Co., Inc. • 432-6180 1011 Church St., Camden, 29020

Tobacco Corner • 432-4735 510 E. DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Camden Seventh Day Adventist Church and School • 432-0541 612 Boykin Rd., Camden, 29020

Fairfield Electric Cooperative, Inc. • 425-1059 701 Blythewood Rd., Blythewood, 29016 www.fairfield.coop

AT&T • 401-2225 1600 Williams St., Ste. 5500, Columbia, 29201 www.bellsouth.com

The Salvation Army • 775-9336 815 Broad St., Camden, 29020

Camden Military Academy • 432-6001 520 U.S. Hwy. 1 N., Camden, 29020 www.camdenmilitary.com

Cassatt Water Co., Inc. • 432-8235 2638 Old Stagecoach Rd., Cassatt, 29032

SCE&G • 432-7615 205 Sumter Hwy., Camden, 29020

North Central Middle School • 424-2740 805 Keys Ln., Kershaw, 29067 www.kershaw.k12.sc.us/ncm

Schools – Private

Black River Electric Cooperative, Inc. • 432-9854 991 Black River Ave., Cassatt, 29032 www.blackriver.coop

H&R Block Co. of Camden • 432-5191 522 DeKalb St., Camden, 29020

Goodwill Industries of Upstate – Midlands SC, Inc. • (864) 351-0149 115 Haywood Rd., Greenville, 29607 www.goodwillsc.org

LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology • 425-8449 2418 Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.legrandinstitute.com

Utilities

Progress Energy • (843) 661-4180 1755 Mechanicsville Rd., Florence, 29501 www.progress-energy.com

North Central High School • 432-9858 3000 Lockhart Rd., Kershaw, 29067 www.nch.kcsdschools.com

Pine Tree Hill Elementary School • 425-8970 938 Bishopville Hwy., Camden, 29020 www.pth/kcsdschools.com

Protective Technologies, Inc. • 424-0412 711 Mill St., Camden, 29020 www.protectivetechnologiesinc.com

B & L Bookkeeping & Tax Service, LLC • 432-2195

Tax Preparation Companies

Lugoff-Elgin High School • 438-3481 1284 Hwy. 1 S., Lugoff, 29078 www.lhs.kcsdschools.com

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Storage Units

Underground Storage Tank Contractors

Veterinarians

Wateree Animal Hospital, LLC • 432-9084 500 York St., Camden, 29020 www.watereeanimalhospital.com Veterinarians – Equine South Carolina Equine Associates, Inc. • 432-0652 402 Dicey Ford Rd., Camden, 29020 Video Production KM Video Productions, LLC • 432-8796 1325 Haile St., Camden, 29020 www.kmvideoproductions.com Virtual Business Services The Executive Secretary • 713-8973 2 Plaza Dr., Lugoff, 29078 Quality Practice Management Solutions • 272-8870 10 Lupine Ct., Elgin, 29045 www.qualityva.com Website Design Steve Donaldson Consulting, LLC • 427-1552 2 Plaza Dr., Lugoff, 29078 www.sdconsults.com Just Browsing Designs, LLC • 420-3707 P.O. Box 1137, Lugoff, 29078 www.justbrowsingdesigns.com PC Medics • 424-0167 2319 N. Broad St., Camden, 29020 www.camden.net Wheel Alignment, Tires & Brakes Harold’s Wheel Alignment, Tire & Brake Service • 432-5187 816 S. Broad St., Camden, 29020 Window Cleaning A Perfect Window • 432-3927 1615 Broad St., Camden, 29021

Trophies – Awards

Wood Products Manufacturing

CR Trophies, LLC • 465-0389 1330 James West Rd., Cassatt, 29032

Roy’s Wood Products, Inc. • 438-1590 329 Thrush Ln., Lugoff, 29078 www.royswoodproducts.com

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Executive Secretary can accommodate your every need.

CONFERENCE ROOM • VIRTUAL WORKSPACE SECRETARIAL SERVICES and More! services available on an “as needed” basis. no rent. no insurance. no overhead.

Come visit us: www.executivesecretarysc.com 2 plaza dr. • Lugoff, sC 29078 • (803) 713-8973

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Amenities

Amenities

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Three floors with interior corridors and elevators

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Free Express Start sm Breakfast bar with our famous Smart Roast sm Coffee and warm cinnamon rolls

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100% smoke-free hotel

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Outdoor pool

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Free high-speed Wi-Fi Internet access

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Free high-speed Internet access

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Free local phone calls

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Free, hot, full breakfast

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27” television

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Free local calls

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Free USA Today

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Complimentary USA Today newspaper

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In-room coffee, hair dryer, iron and board

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Cable television

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Coffee maker, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, refrigerator, microwave, alarm clock, speaker phones with voice mail

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Interior corridor rooms

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On-site guest laundry facility

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Outdoor pool and hot tub

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Fitness center

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Business center with copier and computer

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Business center with print, copy and fax services

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Health/fitness center

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Guest laundry

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Conference room with 340 sq. ft. of meeting space, overhead projector, TV/VCR and flip charts

220 Wall St. • Camden, SC 29020 (803) 425-4006 fax

419 Sumter Hwy. • Camden, SC 29020 (803) 424-5000 • (803) 424-2565 fax

(803) 425-1010

Toll-free: (800) HOLIDAY

www.choicehotels.com/hotel/sc366

Located at exit 98 off Interstate 20, hotel is on the left next to Waffle House