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Your wedding day. Without a doubt, it's one of the most significant events you will ever experience - when you and the love of your life officially seal the deal and get married. On this day, your friends and family will gather to celebrate the next step in your life. Photographers will be running around snapping photos, catering plates delicious food for guests to enjoy, and the DJ sets the mood for a night of fun and libation. You've worked extra hard to make everything look perfect and run smoothly. You have examined every moving part down to the tiniest detail. At the center of all your effort is your wedding venue in Lancaster, SC.
Your event space can mean the difference between an unforgettable event and an average occasion. Capturing your uniqueness as a couple is paramount to a memorable wedding. But, without the right venue location and staff, your unforgettable event can turn into a painfully average occasion. Fortunately, at Abney Hall, you won't ever have to worry about dingy reception spaces and crummy chow halls.
Constructed in Lancaster, SC, in 1962, Abney Hall is 15,000 square feet and sits on 500 acres of land, making it a large wedding venue unlike any other. Abney Hall was originally the home of Mrs. Josephine Abney, a Lancaster native who was a lifelong philanthropist. Mrs. Abney devoted much of her time and effort towards supporting charities, educational institutions, hospitals, and other noble efforts. Today, Abney Hall stands tall as a symbol of love, both in our community and for the couples who choose to get married here.
Abney Hall is an exclusive event experience unlike any other, surrounded by verdant forests and sparkling ponds. Our venue is a natural fit for several occasions, including:
Weddings
Bridal Showers
Bridal Portraits
Rehearsal Dinners
Corporate Events
Much More!
The Top Wedding Venue in Lancaster, SC
The beginning of your life starts at Abney Hall. With our team by your side, we can create the fairy tale wedding you have dreamed about since childhood. Whether you have 100 guests or 1,000, our waterfront ceremony locations and French-inspired courtyard are perfect for your big day. Celebrate in luxurious style surrounded by shady magnolia trees, a private forest, large ponds, and the beauty of Mother Nature. While our venue location and aesthetic have been praised far and wide, so too have the practical aspects of Abney Hall. Looking for a relaxing, comfortable spot for your bridal party to get ready in? We offer an entire floor in the Abney Hall residence to get the bridal party ready. Want to make your groomsman feel extra-special too? We've got a private, plush house just feet from a sparkling pond that is a proper hangout spot for the guys in your group.
To make life easier on you, we also offer Abney Hall as your go-to spot for rehearsal dinners. Why book an expensive restaurant or travel to another location when unmatched beauty and convenience are right at your fingertips? Abney Hall is just the place for that very important dinner the night before your big day. We are also happy to host your bridal shower at Abney Hall. Our venue makes for one of Lancaster's most unique bridal shower settings, where your family and friends can gather to give gifts and be merry before you walk down the aisle.
With such a large, magnificent house and a vast property, Abney Hall also makes for an unforgettable location for your bridal portraits and other wedding-related photography needs. Don't take our word for it - book a tour and see for yourself why so many new brides and grooms choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue in Lancaster.
What Sets Abney Hall Apart from Other Wedding Venues in Lancaster?
You've already found the person you want to spend the rest of your life beside. The next step? Finding the perfect wedding venue for your ceremony, reception, and celebration of your lifelong commitment to one another. Remember, the backdrop for photos, dancing, eating, and all other activities will be at your wedding venue. That's why we work so hard to set Abney Hall apart from our competitors - so you and your guests can focus on love and living your new life while we work with your vendors and photographers to make your magic night a reality.
Here are just a few reasons why guests choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue in Lancaster, SC, along with some helpful tips from our experienced wedding venue staff:
Venue Size
Choosing the appropriate-sied venue for your desired guest count is a critical decision. A venue's capacity affects the number of people you need to consider having at your ceremony and reception. As you're first starting out, we recommend having a guest count in mind as you're searching for the right venue. Try to stick with that number. You may fall in love with a particular venue, but if its max capacity can't accommodate your guest count, it may be time to cross them off your list.
Abney Hall Pro Tip:
Keep in mind that this is your big day. You shouldn't feel obligated to invite the college roommate you shared a dorm with for one semester. At the end of the day, your wedding venue should be one that can accommodate those closest to you. Abney Hall is equipped for both small and large weddings, consisting of 500 acres of forest, ponds, and lush natural beauty. Whether you want an intimate wedding with only your best friends or a grand ceremony with hundreds of people, we have the right amount of room to make you comfortable.
Location and Nearby Lodging
On your big day, you're likely to have friends and family traveling in from other parts of the state or country. These folks will need a place to stay during and even after your wedding. Accessibility and ease are important factors when it comes to choosing your wedding venue for both you and your guests.
Located in Lancaster, SC, Abney Hall is situated in a memorable, natural setting, giving your wedding a private vibe in the midst of Mother Nature. While we pride ourselves on having a secluded wedding event space, our venue is within an easy driving distance of hotels and vacation rentals.
Abney Hall Pro Tip:
When you contact us for a tour, make sure to speak with our experienced venue manager about nearby hotels and shuttle service options. We understand that your guest's comfort and convenience are important, and we're happy to work with you to figure out the best way to get your guests to Abney Hall.
Venue Staff
At Abney Hall, our staff has earned its reputation as one of the industry's most friendly, accessible teams. We will provide you with a purpose-minded point of contact that can help answer questions relating to timelines, preferred vendors, and every aspect of your wedding. When you tour our wedding venue in Lancaster, SC, for the first time, we want you to feel like you have all the information you need to make an informed purchasing decision.
We would be happy to go over:
- Venue Pricing
- Ceremony Specifics
- Reception Specifics
- Catering Possibilities
- Decorating Possibilities
- Entertainment Options
- Photography and Photo Opportunities
- Venue Amenities
- Bridal Party Needs
- Groomsman Needs
At Abney Hall, our goal is to be your first resource when it comes to setting up and coordinating the details of your wedding day.
Decor
When it comes to your wedding's decor, you probably already have a few ideas in mind. We love it when our brides and grooms have a vision in mind because one of our greatest joys is turning that vision into a reality. At Abney Hall, our team is available to help you and your decorator fit, accent, and accommodate your fairy-tale wedding - whatever that may be.
Are you looking to dress up your wedding with decorations galore? Just want to add a few accents that tie into your preferred color palette? Abney Hall is versatile and ready to help however we are able.
Abney Hall Pro Tip:
If you're thinking about bringing in your own greenery, lighting, floral pieces, and more, we recommend discussing your vision with us on your initial tour of our event space. That way, we can get a head start on making your big day exactly how you envision it.
Photo Opportunities
10 years from now, when you and your spouse are celebrating your anniversary, you will pull out photographs from your wedding and will reminisce about the unforgettable time you spent at Abney Hall. Your wedding photos will be with you forever, and as such, we work closely with you and your photographer to suggest extra-special photo op spots that you can only find on Abney Hall grounds.
From the grand staircase and French-inspired courtyard to our manicured gardens and lovely pond, there is no shortage of photo-op locations for your photographer to choose from. As one of the most popular wedding venues in Lancaster, SC, we have worked with dozens of photographers over the years.
Our experience has allowed us to cultivate a list of preferred photographers - all of whom have the talent to take your pictures to the next level in a setting they're familiar with. We encourage you to check out our gallery to get a sense of the scope of our wedding venue and gain inspiration from other happy couples.
Abney Hall Pro Tip
The gallery on our website is extensive but be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages as well. We keep our social pages updated with recent wedding photographs, giving you an incredible resource that you can use for your own photography purposes.
The Premier Corporate Event Venue in Lancaster, SC
Abney Hall is known across the United States for our stunning weddings, but we also play host to some of the largest corporate events in South Carolina. Why choose a bland, lifeless meeting space when you can enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature coupled with a professional atmosphere? If you have an important team-building event or corporate conference that you have to coordinate, look no further than Abney Hall.
The epitome of class and style, our corporate event space is large, lavish, and chock-full of onsite amenities for you and your co-workers to enjoy. If your team needs a morale boost, don't bring them to the local Olive Garden for a cheap lunch. Treat them to a refreshing experience in our main dining room, where we can work with you to incorporate your catering options with the goals of your event.
When the hard work is done, and your team needs a breather, what better way to relax than with a quick dip in our pool? To burn off a little steam, head over to our brand-new tennis court - the perfect place to get some exercise in an ultra-private setting while you enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Don't forget to bring your fishing poles for a couple of hours of fishing. There's even an opportunity to go hunting if you wish.
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If you're ready to learn more about Abney Hall as your wedding venue, don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear more about your plans, your vision, and your needs. We know that planning a wedding isn't easy. It takes time, attention to detail, and a whole lot of patience. Our goal is to help provide you with all the info you need to learn more about our venue. Once you decide on a date, we'll work closely with you and your vendors to craft a wedding experience that you will treasure for the rest of your life.
Our available dates for your big day are going quick, especially during peak seasons like spring and fall. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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One pass, two fails for school bond measures in upper Midlands counties
Scott Morganhttps://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/sc-news/2024-11-06/one-pass-two-fails-for-school-bond-measures-in-upper-midlands-counties
York County voters Tuesday passed a $90 million bond referendum to build a new middle school and perform upgrades to a learning center in York County School District 1, in York.The bond, which is expected to add $36 per $100,000 of assessed primary home value per year, was the smallest of three bond measures on the ballots in York, Lancaster, and Chester counties.Voters in York County ultimately sided with the project, ...
York County voters Tuesday passed a $90 million bond referendum to build a new middle school and perform upgrades to a learning center in York County School District 1, in York.
The bond, which is expected to add $36 per $100,000 of assessed primary home value per year, was the smallest of three bond measures on the ballots in York, Lancaster, and Chester counties.
Voters in York County ultimately sided with the project, voting 10,508 to 5,875 in favor of the bond, according to unofficial results posted by the South Carolina Election Commission.
County voters also passed a 1-cent sales tax referendum to fund road and infrastructure projects, with 71 percent of voters saying yes.
Lancaster
Lancaster County residents voted on the largest of the referendums on the region’s ballots -- a $588.15 million package that would have funded four new schools, plus repairs and upgrades at others in the Lancaster County School District.
Two of the schools – and the bulk of the overall referendum allotment, $315.6 million – was earmarked to Indian Land, the fastest growing section of the county school district. Support was high in precincts in Indian Land, particularly the Harrisburg precinct, which voted 2-to-1 in favor of the referendum.
But voters in most of the county’s 36 precincts denied the measure. Opposition in the southern end of Lancaster County, where many voters said the school district’s plans unfairly overlooked schools there in favor of wealthier Indian Land, was especially strong. Facebook user Sharon Morris Stacks posted that schools in the southern part of Lancaster “don’t get what they need or deserve.”
Overall, the measure failed 30,759 to 20,869, according to unofficial results posted by the South Carolina Election Commission.
County voters also, but more narrowly, said no to a 1-cent sales tax bond measure that would have funded local roads and infrastructure projects.
Chester
Chester County voters, for the fourth consecutive time, voted against a Chester County School District bond referendum, -- this time a $227 million package that would have paid for the construction of two new high schools and repairs to a third.
As it was in Lancaster County, support for the project was high in areas where the new buildings would go – in this case, Chester and Lewisville – but fell off sharply in other parts of the county.
Overall, Chester voters rejected the measure 7,999 to 6,798, according to unofficial results posted by the South Carolina Election Commission.
School District spokesman Chris Christoff said last week that if the bond measure were to fail at the polls, the district would still replace the roofs at Lewisville High School – one of the provisions of the bond measure – and at Chester High School, but the district would pay for it with its own capital funds. Christoff said the projects are likely to total approximately $20 million.
Growth and Upgrades
Two of the school bond referendums were aimed at addressing growth in the South Carolina communities that are part of the Charlotte metro region. In September, the Charlotte Observer calculated that 117 people moved to the region every day between July 2022 and July 2023. That’s roughly one new person moving to the region every five minutes.
According to the U.S. Census, approximately 16,000 people moved to York County and approximately 12,000 people moved to Lancaster County between April 2020 and July 2023.
Chester County saw its population flatten over that same time period, but the district’s bond measure was less about growth and more about upgrades. Christoff said that Chester High School, for example, is a badly outdated building with far too many entrances – there are at least 70 – to meet contemporary school security needs.
But the building is also struggling with capacity, as is Lewisville, which would have received one of the two newly built high schools had the bond passed.
Christoff said part of the district’s plans, now that the bond measure has been defeated, will be to buy new modular classroom structures to ease capacity issues in Lewisville, which is the district’s fastest growing area.
This story has been corrected to state that the high schools in Chester and Lewisville are identified for roof repairs.
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Celebrate Veterans Day with a parade
Lanie Bryson Correspondenthttps://www.pmg-sc.com/the_lancaster_news/article_ece7344c-64ab-5e70-8ff2-b5abb93ab667.html
BreakingLANCASTER, S.C. — Lancaster County residents are encouraged to celebrate Veterans Day with “patriotic flair” at the annual Veterans Day Parade at noon Saturday, Nov. 9, hosted by Lancaster County Veterans Affairs.The celebration differs each year, but its main goal is to observe the national holiday, honor local veterans and current eservice members, and show community support for vets and those who serve them. ...
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LANCASTER, S.C. — Lancaster County residents are encouraged to celebrate Veterans Day with “patriotic flair” at the annual Veterans Day Parade at noon Saturday, Nov. 9, hosted by Lancaster County Veterans Affairs.
The celebration differs each year, but its main goal is to observe the national holiday, honor local veterans and current eservice members, and show community support for vets and those who serve them.
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Former electric co-op CEO holds town hall in Lancaster County, kicks reporter out
Jody Barrhttps://www.qcnews.com/news/investigations/former-electric-co-op-ceo-holds-town-hall-in-lancaster-county-kicks-reporter-out/
LANCASTER COUNTY, S.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — News investigations take time. The process of digging up stories some people would rather not have told takes a while to develop sources, obtain records, verify facts, and interview the people with first-hand information about whatever it is we’re looking into.That’s exactly what Queen City News Chief Investigative Reporter Jody Barr was doing in Heath Springs, South Carolina, on Monday night.In Apr...
LANCASTER COUNTY, S.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — News investigations take time. The process of digging up stories some people would rather not have told takes a while to develop sources, obtain records, verify facts, and interview the people with first-hand information about whatever it is we’re looking into.
That’s exactly what Queen City News Chief Investigative Reporter Jody Barr was doing in Heath Springs, South Carolina, on Monday night.
In April, the Lynches River Electric Cooperative board voted 5-4 to terminate Chief Executive Officer Brian Broughton’s employment. Rumors swirled about the reasons for the firing, but finding official documents about the specifics is a challenge.
Since electric cooperatives are considered private corporations, although they do receive taxpayer dollars, co-ops are not subjected to the provisions of the S.C. Freedom of Information Act.
The public’s ability to investigate the business conduct of electric cooperatives in S.C. is limited, as is the state’s authority to regulate them. The state’s Office of Regulatory Staff has limited oversight of these utilities and can, “…inspect, audit, and examine an association of electric cooperatives for compliance with certain laws and an association’s bylaws,” according to the ORS website.
The public can’t file an SCFOIA request to demand to see internal records of an electric cooperative since those entities are not public bodies as defined under the Act.
Meeting minutes from the April 15, 2024, co-op board meeting are not available anywhere on the LREC website. Those board minutes would likely contain the specifics for the termination. Obtaining those meeting minutes is just one piece of the investigative puzzle we’re working to confirm to further our pursuit of answers to what happened inside the LREC.
That’s what led us to The Bus Stop in downtown Heath Springs on Oct. 7, 2024.
Broughton’s brother, Greg, posted on the former CEO’s Facebook page on Oct. 6, reminding the public of a meeting set for Oct. 7, 2024, at 7 p.m. at The Bus Stop to be “…made aware of Lynches River Cooperative happenings and have any questions answered,” according to the public post still visible on Broughton’s page. The invite was also posted on a public LREC members’ Facebook page.
We wanted to hear Broughton’s side of the story and went to the meeting to get it. It was a town hall-style meeting with the former CEO seated at the front of the room, addressing a crowd seated inside facing him. Broughton told the crowd his side of how he believed he was mistreated and targeted by some of the LREC board. Broughton also touched on a few other elements related to allegations we’d received that caused us to take a closer look at the LREC.
Until we have those elements confirmed, vetted, and verified we’re not ready to publish the allegations as fact.
Our goal of attending the meeting wasn’t to immediately publish a report from it. The meeting was an opportunity to hear a side of the LREC story with Broughton speaking freely, delivering his side in his own words, in his own time, and under his own terms.
We listened for about an hour when Broughton began taking questions. Barr took the opportunity to question Broughton, even asking if he could move closer to the front of the room where Broughton was seated at a table so they could hear one another better.
“Come on,” Broughton told Barr when asked if he could move closer.
The exchange went on for ten minutes or so with Broughton answering questions before the crowd got involved and Broughton ordered us out of the town hall.
The video at the top of this story unpacks what happened Monday night – a night that ended in a 911 call and an investigation of a shooting outside a former LREC board member’s home minutes after the town hall.
When the rest of our investigation is finished, we’ll publish it.
MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center celebrates second anniversary of Kidney Transplant Program
musc.eduhttps://web.musc.edu/about/leadership/institutional-offices/communications/pamr/news-releases/2024/musc-health-lancaster-medical-center-celebrates-second-anniversary-of-kidney-transplant-program
To commemorate this occasion, leaders are delighted to announce the installation of the new Founders Federal Credit Union signage on the Transplant Program building. Founders Federal Credit Union has been a key partner in the launch and ongoing success of the transplant program, generously donating to help establish this vital service.J. Scott Broome, CEO of MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center, expressed his pride in the program’s achievements: “We are incredibly proud of the MUSC Health Transplant Program-Mid- Carolinas ...
To commemorate this occasion, leaders are delighted to announce the installation of the new Founders Federal Credit Union signage on the Transplant Program building. Founders Federal Credit Union has been a key partner in the launch and ongoing success of the transplant program, generously donating to help establish this vital service.
J. Scott Broome, CEO of MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center, expressed his pride in the program’s achievements: “We are incredibly proud of the MUSC Health Transplant Program-Mid- Carolinas and its profound impact on our community. The success of this program is a testament to the dedication of our exceptional team and the unwavering support from our partners at Founders Federal Credit Union. Together, we are bringing world-class care closer to home for many patients in South Carolina.”
Since becoming one of only three kidney transplant programs in the state, MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center has been instrumental in increasing transplantation as a treatment option for South Carolinians. The program’s highly qualified surgeons and nephrologists provide comprehensive pre- and post-transplant care locally, eliminating the need for patients to travel long distances for life- saving treatment.
Bruce Brumfield, CEO of Founders Federal Credit Union, shared his enthusiasm: “Founders Federal Credit Union is honored to support the MUSC Health Transplant Program-Mid-Carolinas. Our commitment to this program reflects our dedication to improving the health and well-being of our community. We are proud to have played a role in bringing such an essential service to Lancaster County, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with MUSC Health to save lives and improve patient care.”
“As MUSC Health celebrates this significant milestone, we remain dedicated to providing the best possible care to our patients and advancing the field of kidney transplantation. The continued success of the MUSC Health Transplant Program-Mid-Carolinas is a testament to the collaborative efforts of our team, our partners and our community,” added Broome.
For more information about the transplant program, please visit MUSC Health Transplant Program- Mid-Carolinas, located at 820 West Meeting St. in Lancaster, S.C.
For interviews with the MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center CEO, transplant nephrologist or transplant patients, please email Kelsey Fitch.
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As the health care system of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality and safest patient care while educating and training generations of outstanding health care providers and leaders to serve the people of South Carolina and beyond. In 2024, for the 10th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health University Medical Center in Charleston the No. 1 hospital in South Carolina. To learn more about clinical patient services, visit muschealth.org.
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