We are thrilled to announce our list of winners of The Best of Mount Pleasant. This year, we have six categories with hundreds of … See Winners
2023 Best of Mount Pleasant
Recent Posts

Taxes That Aren’t So Taxing: Never Fear Filing with These Tips
For many of us, April 18 represents a looming and ominous deadline — Tax Day. Be it dread of the unknown, anxiety over how to navigate a complicated process, panic about penalties or stress about the … Continue Reading

Martine Miller Retires: Farewell Reflections on Serving a One-of-a-kind Town
Retiring from the fourth largest municipality in .the state of South Carolina after nearly 24 years of heading the Town of Mount Pleasant’s communications office is a momentous occasion for me. … Continue Reading

The New Praise House Park: Preserving Mount Pleasant History
Perhaps you’ve noticed it as you’ve turned off Highway 17 onto Mathis Ferry Road, just past the first traffic circle. More likely than not, you haven’t paid it much attention. But that’s about to … Continue Reading

Mount Pleasant’s First African American Church: A Mystery, A Legacy
A major piece of Mount Pleasant’s history is found in the African American story. It’s among us today in the area’s sweetgrass baskets, gathering places like Six Mile Tavern and historic “settlement … Continue Reading
Ask the Experts

Bakies at I’On: Add Some Sweetness to Your Traditions
The name alone is worth a look. But, two seconds after stepping inside Bakies at I’On, you will be tempted to take home every treat in sight. “We are everyone’s neighborhood bakery,” said owner Gail Holdcraft. “We make cakes and goodies for all your family celebrations—from baby showers to weddings—and all the events in between.” The […]

Welcome to SOCiETY: Cycling Meets Community
Brandon D’Agostino was a member of SOCiETY, formerly MethodRide, for two years before taking his biggest stride yet: buying the business. Having been named the best cycle studio in Charleston several years in a row, including 2022, D’Agostino was thrilled to take the MethodRide legacy to the next level under a new name. “Our team […]
Best of Mount Pleasant

For the Love of Mount Pleasant: On Site for the 2023 Best Of Photo Shoot
I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “a picture is worth a thousand words” or “it takes a village.” Both of these popular expressions apply to the journey I recently embarked on, which culminated on … Continue Reading

Standard is Key at Park West Veterinary
What went through your mind when you were told you were voted best veterinarian? We are honored to have served Mount Pleasant for 19 years and are so grateful to be recognized as the best. What … Continue Reading
House & Home

Former Teacher Opens Boutique Laurel & Lawton
If you’re browsing through Laurel & Lawton Gift and Home Accessories in Mount Pleasant, don’t be surprised if the items you consider come with a story from owner Ashley Davis. Davis opened the new … Continue Reading

Seaside Restoration: The Calm Amid the Storm
Prepare for the unexpected.” This is perhaps the best advice ever given to homeowners. It’s advice that Bess and John Leiti often give. Priding themselves with a calm demeanor no matter the chaos, … Continue Reading

Welcome to the Porch at Oyster Candle Company
Oyster Candle Company & Coastal Gifts isn’t the typical gift shop. Located in a charming old house with a welcoming front porch, Oyster Candle Company makes browsing through a carefully curated … Continue Reading
Health & Wellness

Is it Just a Sprain? A Look at Foot and Ankle Health
Ankle sprains are among the most common conditions treated by foot and ankle surgeons, with 10-20% progressing to chronic pain, instability and even arthritis. Chronic instability is caused by injured … Continue Reading

Phi Life Sciences: Improved Outcomes
Phi Life Sciences, headquartered in the SCRA MUSC Innovation Center, is Charleston’s oldest commercial molecular diagnostic laboratory. Established in 2016, they are a high-complexity, CLIA-accredited … Continue Reading

It’s All in the Smile: How Oral Health is the Road to Success
The smile is a special thing. It isn’t bound by age, status or even language. It’s something that we’re born able to achieve, and that is understood by everyone. Maybe that’s why it’s more contagious … Continue Reading
VOICE for Real Estate Podcast

2022 Charleston, SC Real Estate Review with Doug Holmes
Click, Listen, Watch & Learn. Doug Holmes, "The Stats Guy" crunches and studies statistics in many fashions including the MLS in Charleston talks with host and publisher Bill Macchio about the … Continue Reading

South Carolina Offers Lower Property Tax Rates, Attorney Lenny Mitchum of Buxton & Collie Explains
Click, Listen, Watch & Learn as Lenny Mitchum, Attorney, Buxton and Collie, LLC talks to our host and publisher Bill Macchio about the importance of having an licensed attorney preparing and … Continue Reading

Jules Deas III, Senior Vice President, South State Bank N.A.
Click, Listen, Watch & Learn as Jules Deas III, Senior Vice President, South State Bank N.A. talks with host Bill Macchio about his beginnings in Mortgage Banking and loans, why you would choose … Continue Reading
Mount Pleasant Podcast
Wildlife Conservation & Art: 2023 Southeastern Wildlife (SEWE) Expo in Charleston, SC
John Powell, CEO and President of the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) talks with host Brian Cleary about the expo's art show featuring local and regional artists, and Powell talks about other exhibitions and activities that are part of SEWE, including the new Flying Disc Dog … Continue Reading
Helping Overweight Kids Get Healthier with Louie’s Kids
Louis Yuhasz, the Founder/Executive Director of Louie's Kids, talks about how they seek to help families who are looking for solutions and opportunities for physical fitness opportunities with their families. With time they realized that when it comes to helping overweight kids, it take a family to … Continue Reading
2022 Holiday Festival of Lights, Charleston Parks, the Gold Pass, Enjoy Nature & More!
The Holiday Festival of Lights is a Lowcountry tradition that spotlights unique, locally crafted light displays. From November 11th through December 31st, an estimated 2 million lights illuminate the James Island County Park. This family friendly event is in its 33rd year and offers a drive-thru … Continue Reading