The Best of the ETV Road Show- Piedmont (Chester County)

In the afternoon we started our trek to Chester County. We stopped at the Fishing Creek Dam right inbetween Lancaster and Chester.

We headed into downtown Chester and met up with Nancy Anderson who has spent most of her life in Chester. We interviewed Mrs. Anderson in front of the new Transportation Museum on Wylie Street. The Musuem was so fascinating with an exhibit that included a 1916 Ford Model T, a 1925 School bus and many more large and small attractions.

Back in the downtown area of Chester, we took in the sights and sounds of this small but vibrant town. The "Hill" as it's known, makes the city's geographical layout very unique. The sweeping vista of brightly colored historic buildings creates a sight that helped the town be dubbed as the "Picture Perfect City".

The Best of the ETV Road Show- Piedmont (Lancaster County)

We started our morning in the town of Lancaster where we stopped by the L&C Railway museum. These retired rail cars were absolutely amazing and meticulously renovated to the taste of celebrities and others who prefer to travel by train.

Our next stop was in downtown Lancaster where we walked through internationally reknown artist, Bob Doster's, outdoor sculpture garden. It was an art lover's dream come true.


The last stop on our visit through Lancaster was at Kilburnie, one of the many historic homes in the county. This restored home was once in downtown Lancaster and then moved to the outskirts of town. Now this beautiful home serves as a bed and breakfast!

Best of ETV Road Show- Piedmont (York County)

    Known as the White Rose City, York is a small but bustling town.  In the afternoon we met up with Mayor Eddie Lee, who we interviewed first back in 2004.  He said the recent growth to the county has been significant due to the spillover from Charlotte.  He also said the ETV Road Show, that visited back in 2004, had a lasting impact on region.

     The downtown area of York is very quaint with many unique shops and restaurants.  York is a friendly town with tons of charm.

Best of ETV Road Show- Piedmont (Charlotte)

    We are back on the road again!  This trip we headed north of the border to the thriving metropolis of Charlotte.  We started the morning talking with Moira Quinn of Charlotte City Center Partners where we learned about all the exciting new changes to the Charlotte cityscape.  

     Later on we checked out a farmer's market that was set up right on the corner of S. Tryon and 4th street.  It's the perfect combination of economic development and environmental preservation that lend this city to a high quality of life.

Best of Road Show- Charleston Shoot Four

Today was our final day in this great area of South Carolina, for this particular shoot at least.

We started out at St. Phillips Church in the downtown area. It's one of the oldest churches in the area and is absolutely spectacular. After a short visit there we heading down a cobblestone street and found a beautiful park. We spoke to a family visiting from Oklahoma and then made our way to Summerville.

In Summerville we traveled to an old rice plantation called Middleton Place. This place was so amazing! With breath-taking views of the Ashley River, Middleton Place offers up a trip in time that is perfect for any family adventure!

Best of Road Show- Charleston Shoot Three

What an adventure today ended up being! We began our morning at the Charleston Harbor and then traveled through downtown to end up at the market.

The afternoon we spent on Sullivan's Island, a quaint small town with tons of character.

We interviewed Hal and Karen Coste. Hal, a 5th generation resident of the island, spoke about Sullivan's Island in the early years and Karen spoke about the need for preserving the island's unique history.

Best of Road Show- Charleston Shoot Two

     Well, I think the ETV Road Show found heaven on earth today.  Our travels took us to Lowndes Grove where we interviewed General Manager, Ashley Gunnin.  Back in 2004 Ashley was instrumental in helping coordinate the ETV Road Show's visit at the South Carolina Aquarium.

     On this bright and sunny July evening, about 4 years after our first meeting, our interview was about the many memories we had of the 5 hour Aquarium show and on to new topics like the impact of the Road Show and her new project, Lowndes Grove.

Best of Road Show- Charleston Shoot One

     Seven miles long and two blocks wide, the Isle of Palms is a southern paradise right off the coast of Charleston.

     Our first interview in our quest to find the best of Charleston led us to the Isle of Palms Marina with a man who knows this city very

 well.  Mayor Mike Sottile, who's been mayor for the last 7 years, has seen the island evolve into an attractive summer destination.  One of those major changes has been the recent beach

 restoration.

     Sottile was excited to see the ETV crew once again on the island and is happy to 

showcase the

 recent changes to this coastal oasis.