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Cherokee County, South Carolina

Cherokee County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Carolina. The county was formed in 1897 from parts of York, Union, and Spartanburg Counties. It is included in the Gaffney, South Carolina Micropolitan Statistical Area. According to the 2010 census, the county's population was 55,342. The county seat is Gaffney.

Located at 35.05, -81.62 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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Cherokee County, South Carolina, South Carolina counties, 1897 establishments in the United States

Boiling Springs, North Carolina

Boiling Springs is a town in Cleveland County, North Carolina, in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the town population was 4,647. It is home to Gardner-Webb University. The Broad River runs along the south of the township, where the Broad River Greenway is located, providing recreational facilities, activities and trails. The town is named after the natural springs that are found on University property and which feed a small on-campus lake.

Located at 35.2517, -81.6642 (Lat. / Lng.), about 10 miles away.
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Cities in North Carolina, Populated places in Cleveland County, North Carolina

East Gaffney, South Carolina

East Gaffney is a census-designated place (CDP) in Cherokee County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 3,085 at the 2010 United States Census.

Located at 35.0831, -81.6283 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
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Populated places in Cherokee County, South Carolina, Census-designated places in South Carolina

Gaffney, South Carolina

Gaffney is a city in and the county seat of Cherokee County, South Carolina, United States, in the upstate region of South Carolina. Gaffney is also sometimes referred to as the Peach capital of South Carolina. The population was 12,414 at the 2010 census. It is the principal city of the Gaffney, South Carolina, Micropolitan Statistical Area (population 52,537 according to year 2000 estimates by the U.S.

Located at 35.0717, -81.65 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
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Cowpens, South Carolina

Cowpens is a town in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 2,162 at the 2010 census.

Located at 35.0161, -81.8042 (Lat. / Lng.), about 10 miles away.
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Peachoid

The Peachoid is a four-story (150 feet tall) water tower in Gaffney, South Carolina, United States, that resembles a peach. The water tower holds one million gallons of water and is located on Interstate 85 between exits 90 and 92. Usually referred to by passing motorists as "Mr. Peach" or "The Moon over Gaffney. " The water tank is visible for several miles around these exits.

Located at 35.0953, -81.6858 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Cherokee Falls, Blacksburg, South Carolina

Cherokee Falls is a neighborhood of the town of Blacksburg in Cherokee County, South Carolina, United States. A former mill community along the Broad River, Cherokee Falls was a town until disincorporation and merger into Blacksburg in the 1990s. The former Cherokee Falls Cotton Mill is now a major fireworks distribution center for Herbie's Famous Fireworks.

Located at 35.0647, -81.5422 (Lat. / Lng.), about 8 miles away.
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Battle of Cowpens

The Battle of Cowpens (January 17, 1781) was a decisive victory by the Continental army forces under Brigadier General Daniel Morgan, in the Southern campaign of the American Revolutionary War. It was a turning point in the reconquest of South Carolina from the British. It took place in northwestern Cherokee County, South Carolina, north of the city of Cowpens.

Located at 35.1368, -81.816 (Lat. / Lng.), about 8 miles away.
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Limestone College

Limestone College is a private four-year, coeducational liberal-arts college located in Gaffney, South Carolina. Limestone College is a Christian non-denominational college with programs lead to the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Social Work, Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degrees. Limestone was established in 1845 by Dr. Thomas Curtis and his son, Dr. William Curtis, distinguished scholars born and educated in England.

Located at 35.0548, -81.6487 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
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Universities and colleges in South Carolina, Education in Cherokee County, South Carolina, Educational institutions established in 1845, Council of Independent Colleges, National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities members, Universities and colleges accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Buildings and structures in Cherokee County, South Carolina

Gardner–Webb University

Gardner–Webb University (also known as Gardner-Webb, GWU, or GW) is a private, four-year university located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina, United States, 40 miles west of Charlotte. Founded as Boiling Springs High School in 1905 as a Baptist institution, it is currently the youngest North Carolina Baptist university.

Located at 35.2475, -81.6706 (Lat. / Lng.), about 10 miles away.
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Williams Observatory

Craven E. Williams Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Gardner-Webb University. Built in 1990 and named for the ninth president of the university, it is located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina (USA). Among its instruments, the observatory features a 16 in Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. The observatory is home to the Cleveland County Astronomical Society, and also holds monthly open houses for the community. Dr.

Located at 35.2441, -81.671 (Lat. / Lng.), about 9 miles away.
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Paul Porter Arena

Paul Porter Arena is a 5,000-seat multi-purpose arena in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. It is home to the Gardner-Webb University Runnin' Bulldogs, of the Big South Conference. The Arena was named in honor of Paul B. Porter who was a Board of Advisors Honorary Member and Lifetime Member. The arena is part of the Lutz Yelton Convocation Center (LYCC) a project that was completed in 1982 which houses the Dover Theater and Paul Porter Arena.

Located at 35.2465, -81.6695 (Lat. / Lng.), about 10 miles away.
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Basketball venues in North Carolina, Indoor arenas in the United States, College basketball venues in the United States, College volleyball venues in the United States, Sports venues in North Carolina, Basketball venues in the United States, Buildings and structures in Cleveland County, North Carolina

First Broad River

The First Broad River is a tributary of the Broad River, about 60 mi (95 km) long in western North Carolina in the United States. Via the Broad and Congaree Rivers, it is part of the watershed of the Santee River, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean. The First Broad River rises on South Mountain in northeastern Rutherford County and initially flows southeastwardly into Cleveland County to the town of Lawndale, where it turns southward.

Located at 35.1935, -81.6243 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Rivers of North Carolina, Geography of Cleveland County, North Carolina, Geography of Rutherford County, North Carolina

Second Broad River

The Second Broad River is a tributary of the Broad River in western North Carolina in the United States. Via the Broad and Congaree rivers, it is part of the watershed of the Santee River, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean. The Second Broad River rises in south-central McDowell County about 5 miles southwest of Marion, and flows generally southeastwardly through Rutherford County, passing to the east of the town of Forest City.

Located at 35.2221, -81.759 (Lat. / Lng.), about 9 miles away.
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Rivers of North Carolina, Geography of Cleveland County, North Carolina, Geography of McDowell County, North Carolina, Geography of Rutherford County, North Carolina

Ernest W. Spangler Stadium

Ernest W. Spangler Stadium is a 8,500-seat multi-purpose stadium in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. It is home to the Gardner-Webb University Bulldogs football team. The facility opened in 1969. Spangler Stadium underwent a 7 million dollar overhaul in 2005 that included additions of a new Football Center that houses football coaches offices, athletic weight facilities, president's box, press box, and other luxury boxes.

Located at 35.2456, -81.6732 (Lat. / Lng.), about 9 miles away.
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WYFG

WYFG is a radio station simulcasting the Bible Broadcasting Network for the Gaffney, Spartanburg, and Greenville areas of South Carolina as well as some of the western suburbs of the Charlotte area. The transmitter is located off South Carolina Highway 11 atop Thicketty Mountain (which is about 5 miles east of Chesnee).

Located at 35.116, -81.778 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Thicketty, South Carolina

Thicketty (also spelled Thickety) is an unincorporated community in Cherokee County, South Carolina, United States. It lies between Gaffney and Cowpens along U.S. Route 29. Thicketty is located about 12 miles northeast of Spartanburg. Well known in this area is "Thicketty Mountain" as well as "Thicketty Creek," which is part of the Broad River Basin. Except for a convenience store, this location has no public services whatsoever.

Located at 35.0164, -81.7247 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
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Unincorporated communities in South Carolina, Populated places in Cherokee County, South Carolina

Gaffney High School

Gaffney High School is a public high school in Gaffney, South Carolina, USA, and is part of the Cherokee County School District. It is located at 149 Twin Lake Road. The school was founded in 1924. Prior to 2000, the school was located at 805 East Frederick Street; 2.5 miles away. There are about 2,100 students. Gaffney High School is the 13th largest high school in South Carolina. The principal is Ms. Marlene Davis. The percentage of 2004 graduates entering post-secondary education is 60%.

Located at 35.0678, -81.6825 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
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WGWG

WGWG is a radio station broadcasting an Album Adult Alternative format. Licensed to Boiling Springs, North Carolina, USA. The station is currently owned by Gardner-Webb Junior College, Inc.

Located at 35.2311, -81.7158 (Lat. / Lng.), about 9 miles away.
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WFGN

WFGN is a radio station broadcasting a Religious format. Licensed to Gaffney, South Carolina, USA. The station is currently owned by Hope Broadcasting, Inc..

Located at 35.0497, -81.645 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
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Macedonia, South Carolina

Macedonia is an unincorporated community in Cherokee County, South Carolina, United States. Its elevation is 879 feet (268 m), and it is located at {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:35|4|14|N|81|45|37|W|type:city | |name= }}.

Located at 35.0706, -81.7603 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
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Thicketty Mountain

Thicketty Mountain is a mountain summit in northwestern Cherokee County in the state of South Carolina (SC). Thicketty Mountain climbs to an elevation of around 1,194 feet (364 meters). Thicketty Mountain is also one of the three mountain peaks of Cherokee County.

Located at 35.1129, -81.7684 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
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John Henry Moss Stadium

John Henry Moss Stadium is a baseball stadium home to the Gardner-Webb University Runnin' Bulldogs. It was officially completed on September 18, 2010. It has a capacity of about 700, but can be expanded. John Henry Moss was born in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, and was president of the South Atlantic League for fifty years. He was the youngest person to be a president of a professional baseball league with Western Carolina League in 1948.

Located at 35.2433, -81.669 (Lat. / Lng.), about 9 miles away.
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Upstate Carolina Medical Center

Upstate Carolina Medical Center, a part of the Novant Health organization, is a private, not-for-profit medical facility located in Gaffney, South Carolina, United States. It is a 125-bed, 145,000-square-foot hospital that employs over 400 healthcare professionals. Upstate Carolina Medical Center has been providing health care to the city of Gaffney and Cherokee County since 1988.

Located at 35.0894, -81.6347 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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WZZQ

WZZQ is a radio station licensed to Gaffney, South Carolina. As WEAC, the station took over the former programming of sister FM WAGI in 2007. WOLT took over Gaffney High School broadcasts. Dennis Fowler, who served as Gaffney Broadcasting station manager, bought WEAC at the time Davidson Media Group bought WAGI. Unless the listener was in Cherokee County, it was nearly impossible to receive the AM broadcast, due to its low power 1,000 watt daytime only transmitter.

Located at 35.0883, -81.6444 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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