Greenwood, South Carolina
Population: 66,000
Located in Greenwood County
When a native New Yorker decided to leave Seneca Falls for a mellower climate, he still wanted to enjoy all four seasons, and find a lake with a shoreline that wouldn't be subject to the dictates of the Corps of Engineers. He found all that and more in Greenwood, including much lower taxes as a bonus. The City of Greenwood now boasts a thriving population of over twenty-two thousand people. Wondrous natural beauty surrounds the community, which is nestled in the Piedmont region of western South Carolina. At the same time, Greenwood city and county also are known for a progressive approach to economic growth and expansion, outstanding community leadership and a strong commitment to preserve the cultural heritage and environmental quality of the area. Greenwood's attractions include an 11,400-acre recreational lake, rolling hills, Revolutionary War battlegrounds, and even Emerald Farm goat milk soap factory - now a major attraction for tourists. Once a railroad town, Greenwood now is corporate headquarters for Greenwood Mills, Fuji Film North America and Capsugel, a division of Pfizer. The county also is home to multi-national companies including Solutia, Eaton Cutler-Hammer, Velux, Tyco Healthcare/Kendall and National Textiles. In the area of workforce recruiting, the Greenwood Chamber has as one of its strongest priorities to increase availability of job candidates with certifiable skills. And like the rest of South Carolina, housing here is extremely affordable! Lake homes are the most expensive and those sell for the mid-500's, but if you are willing to be across the road from the lakes, rather than right on it, you can buy a brand-new, 4-5 bedroom home with over 2,500 square feet to roam around in for less than $300,000. If a home style cottage is more your cup of tea, you will find something to suit you here too! Uptown Greenwood remains, as always, the heart of Greenwood, South Carolina. Hailed as the widest Main Street in the world, Uptown pleases the eye with open spaces and lovely scenic landscaping. Uptown's unique and attractive Arcade and green awnings further distinguish and enhance the wonderfully pleasing "experience" of Uptown Greenwood. Uptown truly offers something for everyone. Unique shops are scattered throughout the Uptown area offering everything from greeting cards, candy, and bath items, to exquisite crystal, fine jewelry, quality clothing, and exceptional home furnishings. Restaurants located in Uptown Greenwood offer a delightful array of tasty choices sure to please every appetite and make for an exceptional dining experience. South Carolina has long been considered the crown of American culture because of its beauty, beaches, mountains and wonderful climate. If South Carolina is the crown, then Greenwood is the main jewel of the crown!
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