William I. Richardson
William Ira Richardson has accrued an impressive body of broadcasting and production experience during his career at ETV. He began his career at WRJA in Sumter, and moved to WRET in Spartanburg as a producer/director in 1985.
Richardson has also held the distinction of being an adjunct professor of Advanced Video Production at USC Upstate. He has served on the South Carolina State Budget and Control Board's State Employee Grievance Committee.
Active in the community, he has served on the board of directors for the Spartanburg YMCA; the Spartanburg Bethlehem Center, the Carolina Foothills Artisan Center and a Spartanburg Chamber of Commerce Workforce committee. He is also a graduate of the Spartanburg Chamber of Commerce's "Leadership Spartanburg Program.”
Richardson lives in Spartanburg, SC.
Stories
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30th anniversary of the Chapman Cultural Centers STEAM Institute!
September 03, 2024As part of the STEAM Institute, educators from across the state participated in the week-long training that focuses on incorporating the arts into classrooms of various disciplines. Through this training, educators can take the concepts and activities back to their... -
Union | Our Town
July 23, 2024Explore the town of Union with its rich history, economic growth, and outdoor recreation that captivate residents and visitors alike. Named after an old Union church near Monarch Mill, this town is renowned for its barbecue culture, exhilarating ATV racing scene, and ongoing... -
Pacolet | Our Town
November 14, 2023Pacolet, South Carolina started as a railroad stop called Pacolet Station. Later a large textile mill was built in the area, becoming the center point of activity for a large majority of the town. The mill provided amenities to workers like childcare ahead of its time... -
Ghosts and Legends: Longstreet Theatre
October 31, 2023Ann C. Dreher, professor of Theater at USC, discusses Longstreet Theatre, and tells of the building's past uses as a hospital and a morgue, as well as a seminary. When people are there at night, the sounds of doors being slammed and of the floor creaking are heard. There are... -
Ghosts and Legends: The Bouquet- Stede Bonnet
October 30, 2023Stede Bonnet, the Gentleman Pirate, was executed on December 10, 1718. In the Legend of The Bouquet, we learn that on the day of his execution, after a foiled escape attempt, he was escorted to the gallows, heavily guarded by soldiers. Following them to the gallows was a... -
Ghosts and Legends: Restless Spirits
October 27, 2023From Charleston, S.C. Do you know why pirates wore gold hoop earrings? Was it a fashion statement? Or was there more to it?
