Whitmire is a town in Newberry County, South Carolina, United States. It is located along U.S. Route 176 and is approximately halfway between the cities of Columbia and Greenville. According to the 2010 census, Whitmire has a population of approximately 1,441 residents.
The town was originally founded as a railroad town in the late 1800s and was named after George D. Whitmire, a prominent businessman in the area. The town experienced significant growth during the early 20th century thanks to the textile industry, with several mills opening and employing a large portion of the local population.
Today, Whitmire is home to several small businesses and the Newberry County School District operates Whitmire Community School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The town holds an annual Watermelon Festival each August, which attracts visitors from across the region.
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