On This Day In History
by Marion County Library
On This Day In History features unique events and happenings in the Marion County Region of South Carolina. This podcast is brought to you by the Marion County Library System
Podcast episodes
Season 1
S01 E09 - Cynthia O. - Author of Dream Like a Queen
On this episode, local author, Cynthia O. Ford, joins us to discuss her first ever children's book, Dream Like a Queen! Cynthia will be debuting her book in royal style on August 7th at the Marion Library, so be sure to tune in f...
Jul 24 2021
S01 E08 - S01 E08 - June 19th - Juneteenth Day Ft. Terry Davis, Micko Pickett, Linda Phillips, and Jackie Witherspoon
S01 E08 - S01 E08 - June 19th - Juneteenth Day Ft. Terry Davis, Micko Pickett, Linda Phillips, and Jackie Witherspoon
On Saturday, June 19th, all are invited to a Juneteenth Day celebration at the Smith Haven Park in Mullins, SC from 11 am - 7 pm!If this is your first time hearing about the event or you found yourself asking, "What is Juneteenth ...
Jun 17 2021
S01 E07 - May 15th - Peace Officer Memorial Day Ft. Tammy Erwin, Marion County Victim's Advocate
On this episode of On this Day in History, we are joined by returning guest Tammy Erwin, Marion County Victim's Advocate, as we discuss May 15th - Peace Officer Memorial Day.
May 14 2021
S01 E06 - I Am My Ancestors Wildest Dream: A Legacy Must Live On Ft. Kelli R. Williams, local author
S01 E06 - I Am My Ancestors Wildest Dream: A Legacy Must Live On Ft. Kelli R. Williams, local author
Join us for a special edition of "On this Day in History" in honor of Women's History Month, as we talk with local author Kelli R. Williams about her book "I Am My Ancestors Wildest Dreams: A Legacy Must Live On" - a book of Kelli...
Mar 29 2021
S01 E05 - March 11, 1958 - The Bombing of Mars Bluff, SC Part 2 Ft. Dorrie Ridenour
On March 11, 1958, a hydrogen bomb was accidentally dropped on the small community of Mars Bluff, SC. For those who lived in Mars Bluff, especially the Gregg Family, this is one day in history that changed their lives forever.On E...
Mar 11 2021