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ETV Explores South Carolina from A to Z

For Immediate Release
March 3, 2009

What legendary tales does the H.L. Hunley submarine hide from its action-packed battle days? What does the Gullah language sound like when spoken in the state? How does one enjoy an opera performance without straying far from home? And should we fear UFOs landing here? How well do you really know South Carolina?

On Sunday, March 8 at 9:30 p.m., ETV illuminates the alphabet by taking audiences on a tour of the state in Carolina Stories: South Carolina A to Z. The program spotlights different attractions and delves into the unique history and culture that shapes and defines South Carolina. The segments unlock many unknown secrets and test the knowledge of even those born and raised in the Palmetto State.

From the whirling speeds of the Darlington Raceway and the laid-back beats of shag dancing, to the rolling tides serenading the sandy beaches and the sprawling acres of lush, green gardens, South Carolina boasts a wide array of unique landscapes and settings worth reveling over. But there is so much more to the Palmetto State than meets the eye.

ETV goes behind the scenes to learn the secrets of Southern delicacies like Frogmore stew and four types of barbeque, elevates heart rates with the rippling speeds of NASCAR and jockeys in the Carolina Cup, and unravels stories of the state’s rich history. Highlights include the designing of the state flag, the origins of the gorgeous Oconee Bell flowers, and the significance of rice in the colonial era as well as the textile mills in the following centuries.

From beginning to end, South Carolina A to Z doubles as a checklist of the must-see’s and important facts to know. The presentation is filled with colorful footage and intriguing detail for a well-rounded introduction to the finer aspects of the state.

The program repeats March 17 at 7:00 p.m. and March 19 at 8:00 p.m.

South Carolina ETV is the state's public educational broadcasting network with 11 television transmitters, 8 radio frequencies and a multi-media educational system in more than 2,500 schools, colleges, businesses and government agencies. Using television, radio and the web, SCETV's mission is to enrich lives by educating children, informing and connecting citizens, celebrating our culture and environment and instilling the joy of learning.

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For more information, contact Dana McCullough at (803) 737-3212 or dmccullough@scetv.org.