More about the Honor South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster presented the Order of the Palmetto to South Carolina native and PGA TOUR golfer Lucas Glover on Friday evening following his second round of play at the RBC Heritage, held annually at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head, S.C. Heritage Classic Foundation Chairman Simon Fraser also joined the presentation. Established by Governor John C. West in 1971, the Order of the Palmetto is the State of South Carolina's highest civilian honor. Per governor.sc.gov: It is presented in recognition of a lifetime of extraordinary achievement, service, and contributions on a national or statewide scale. The Order of the Palmetto recognizes individuals who have selflessly given of their time, resources and goodwill through a variety of different causes and pursuits to the benefit of their neighbors, fellow citizens and the fabric and prosperity of South Carolina. Business, political or personal accomplishment may be important factors, bu
On Monday, the Heritage Classic Foundation awarded scholarships to eleven high school seniors from Beaufort and Jasper County during its Scholars Luncheon