This old store, located near Britton’s Neck in Marion County, was probably replaced by the convenience store that is now across the road from it, writes photographer Linda W. Brown of Kingstree, S.C. Country stores provided those who lived in rural areas a means of buying staples without having to drive all the way to town.
Marion County, rural in nature, is home to just over 33,000 people. An estimated 23 percent of residents live at or below the federal poverty level.
Photo is copyrighted by Linda W. Brown and taken Jan. 19, 2015. All rights reserved.