The 58th Governor’s Carolighting united thousands at the State House, celebrating tradition, community, and the start of South Carolina’s holiday season.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The Governor’s Carolighting marked its 58th year, with thousands of people gathering on the wintry lawn of the State House. Residents from throughout the Midlands continued time-honored traditions and, for many, started brand-new ones.
Adrienne Tilley came to watch her daughter perform and shared her enthusiasm for the event.
“We will be doing this every year, even if she doesn’t sing. We will continue to do this,” she said.
For Anna Ross, this event held particular significance.
“Christmas is my favorite holiday, so I really have never seen the tree light up,” she said. “So, I was really excited to kind of be a part of it for the first time—living here for a long time and never getting to see it. It was a really great experience.”
As has become tradition, the …