Holiday events this weekend in Anderson County

If you’re looking for things to do this weekend, you don’t have to look far. From ice skating and tree lightings to Christmas markets and parades, Anderson County has a host of holiday happenings for all ages.

Carol Burdette receives Order of the Palmetto

The awards displayed in Carol Burdette’s office are numerous, save one. But that was remedied on Thursday night when Burdette received the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor.

Anderson County ghost stories

Anderson County plays host to many haunting tales, some of which have persisted for more than a century like those of Hunter’s Store in Pendleton and the nun at Anderson’s Chiquola Hotel.