June 15, 1836

Allendale, South Carolina

ALLENDALE COUNTY - From the moss-laden oaks along the Savannah River to the fields of white cotton and ripe peaches, Allendale County provides a haven for ideas and opportunities. Combined with the coordinated efforts of local governments and low construction costs, new industry will quickly reap the benefits of locating in this unique town.. Allendale County is located in the low country region of South Carolina, one of the fastest growing regions in the US.

In Allendale County, the weather is conducive to year-round hunting, fishing, boating, and golf. We are proud of a rich culture, filled with history and Southern Tradition

The first large community in this section was about six miles from the present town and was called "Old Allendale" or "Buddenville". This community had four stores, one academy (established in 1870 - which was the pride of the countryside), and a Baptist Church with a Parsonage. During those days the mail was brought to Buddenville by horseback from Barnwell.
As the neighborhood became more thickly settled, they applied for a post office. After securing the post office, it was necessary to secure a name for their village. Many names were discussed and finally the name "Allendale" was chosen. An act to charter the town of Allendale was passed by the State Legislature on December 20, 1873. The first town hall was located on the same lot where the present town hall stands. This was a small one-room frame structure with a piazza across the front. In 1901, the present town hall was built, and a town government was set-up.

In the middle 1940s, the much traveled North-South Federal Highway 301 brought a tourist trade that has always been of considerable value to the town's economics. Also, being on the fringe of the Savannah River Plant in recent years has brought many people from all over the country to live in Allendale. This influx has added to the community and has brought additional enrollment to our schools, churches, and business community.

To learn much more state history visit MyStateGEORGIA.com

Lakeshore Foundation's Lima Foxtrot programs for severely injured military get underway in May. Operation Night Vision, May 23-26, is the first event of 2008 and it will bring sports and recreation activities to servicemen and women who have suffered significant eye injuries or blindness while serving in Iraq or Afghanistan. Following just one week later is the Paralympic Military Sports Camp, June 5-8, presented in partnership with U.S. Paralympics, a division of the U.S. Olympic Committee.

North American Cup Returns to Lakeshore Foundation
The North American Cup international wheelchair sports competition returns to Lakeshore Foundation in June. This year's event will be held over consecutive weekends with women's wheelchair basketball taking place June 12-15 and men's wheelchair basketball and wheelchair rugby taking place June 19-22. Come see some of the world's best before they compete in Beijing!

Night of Champions Tickets On Sale Now
Celebrate the Opening Ceremonies of the 2008 Olympic Games at Lakeshore Foundation, an official U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Site. Join us for a night celebrating Chinese culture and cuisine as we watch the Opening Ceremonies broadcast from Beijing, China on 8/8/08.

Lakeshore Foundation Opens Newly Renovated On-Campus Housing Facility

Lakeshore Foundation is proud to announce the opening of its newly renovated on-campus housing facility. The building has a brand new look and features updated living areas, a new kitchen and dining room, a lounge and a conference room. The new facility, conveniently located across the parking lot from the main Lakeshore Foundation building, is LEED certified, which means it is completely environmentally friendly.

Lakeshore Foundation Resource Fair to be Held June 30

Lakeshore Foundation is hosting its annual Resource Fair on June 30 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The event will take place in the Fieldhouse and will feature vendors from around the greater Birmingham community. The Resource Fair is free!

Be sure to check our Events Calendar for a complete listing of all our upcoming events and activities.

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