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Welcome to the news hub for The Poston Preserve. Located in the heart of Manning, South Carolina, our sanctuary is dedicated to wildlife conservation, land stewardship, and preserving deep family roots in Clarendon County. Explore our latest blog articles, official press coverage, and community announcements as we work to protect the South Carolina Lowcountry for future generations.

The Poston Family of South Carolina: A 300-Year Legacy | The Poston Preserve

3/18/26

Explore the 300-year history of the Poston family in South Carolina, from early migration and the founding of Poston to the modern stewardship of the Poston Preserve.

Historical and Genealogical Analysis of Poston, South Carolina | The Poston Preserve

3/12/26

Read a detailed analysis of Poston, South Carolina, tracing the town’s geography, railroad history, and the genealogy of the Poston family from colonial origins to the present.

Honoring the Legacy of Lieutenant Colonel John Fleetwood Moody

3/20/26

A memorial volume preserving the life, service, character, and literary legacy of Lieutenant Colonel John Fleetwood Moody—an American officer, aviator, author, father, and grandfather whose legacy continues through family, history, and remembrance.

A Poston Family of South Carolina: Its Immigrant Ancestor and Some of His Descendants | The Poston Preserve

3/4/26

An overview of the revised 2025 edition of A Poston Family of South Carolina, including its methodology, corrections, and genealogical significance.

The Hidden Story Behind Poston, South Carolina | The Poston Preserve

3/4/26

Discover how railroad rivalry, local choices, and shifting infrastructure shaped the rise and decline of Poston, South Carolina.

The Lost Railroad Town of Poston, South Carolina | The Poston Preserve

3/4/26

Learn how Ellison became Poston, South Carolina, how Andrew Poston and the railroad transformed it, and why the town’s boom was brief.

The Hidden Threads of the Pee Dee | The Poston Preserve

3/4/26

Explore five interwoven truths about the Pee Dee, the Poston family, regional labor history, and the long arc of stewardship in South Carolina.

A Poston Family of South Carolina: Second Edition (Working Draft) | The Poston Preserve

3/12/26

Read an overview of the second-edition working draft of A Poston Family of South Carolina, including its scope, method, and modern legacy sections.

Read the latest stories straight from the preserve. From wildlife sightings near the Dragonfly Pond to updates on our sustainable forestry practices, discover how we are actively nurturing and protecting South Carolina’s natural habitats.

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