For Bayly Silverman, Mount Pleasant isn’t just where she grew up — it’s where her heart is. A proud Wando High School graduate, she left for college and started her career in Atlanta but found her way back home in 2015 to raise her two daughters, now 9 and 11. Her journey as a mother and a former nanny shaped the foundation of her business, Your Happy Nest, one rooted in … [Read more...]

Being named Best Preschool and Best Child Daycare is a testament to the heart and dedication of Children’s Discovery Center’s mission. These two accolades reflect the school’s commitment to distinct yet interconnected goals. As a preschool, Children’s Discovery Center provides a developmentally appropriate, standards based program grounded in the Reggio Emilia philosophy. This … [Read more...]

What made you want to open up a coffee shop? I’ve loved the hospitality industry since my first job at 13… it’s the people and culture of serving others that makes it so fun. When the opportunity for Brown Fox came, I jumped at it. Coffee is such a routine for people that more than 60% of our customers are regulars. Community is the best part of Brown Fox and the main … [Read more...]

Beech opened in 2016, can you tell us about where and how it started? Our first location was on King Street. I always had a passion for food and acai and poke bowls were and still are my favorite. I thought there was a demand for a fun and healthy fast casual restaurant in Charleston. Build the menu around that based on the four pillars of a balanced healthy diet: fruit, … [Read more...]

Trey Harrell and his team have been consistently named the Best Personal Injury Attorney by readers and for good reason. The firm’s commitment to not just settling cases but ensuring clients’ complete recovery — financially, physically and emotionally — sets them apart. Their slogan, “Trey Helps,” reflects a genuine passion for supporting clients through life’s toughest … [Read more...]

For 44 years, East Cooper Lock & Safe, the family-owned and operated locksmith business in Mount Pleasant has built a reputation as the trusted go-to for all locksmithing needs. Since opening in 1981, they have provided a full range of services including decorative hardware, key cutting, re-keying, car opening and safe sales. Conveniently located on the outskirts of Mount … [Read more...]

For nearly 30 years, Southern Belles, led by owner Susie Molony, has been a cherished part of the Mount Pleasant community, blending classic children’s clothing with modern conveniences. Known for its traditional Southern charm, the shop has gracefully adapted to changing trends, offering a redesigned website, online ordering with in-store pickup and a Customer Rewards Program … [Read more...]

M. Dumas and Sons, a beloved Charleston institution, has been a staple of local business since 1917. Originally opening on King Street, the store has undergone significant transformations over the past 107 years. From its early days as a thrift store, to providing workwear and Navy uniforms during World War II, M. Dumas and Sons evolved into a go-to spot for local businesses’ … [Read more...]

What is your background and how did you come to open Iggy’s Pizza Shop? I started washing dishes in a pizzeria at the age of 14 and quickly found a love for all aspects of the business as I moved up to prep cook, then pizza maker, then manager. I owned two other restaurants prior, but Iggy’s is truly the culmination of my lessons learned along the way. What makes Iggy’s … [Read more...]