Lined with beautiful trees and rich with history unique to the East Cooper area, Brickyard Plantation is one neighborhood that keeps homeowners happy for generations. Once considered on the “outskirts” of Mount Pleasant, this community of friendly residents is now perfectly placed in the center of town, with proximity to more restaurants, local businesses and paths to the … [Read more...]
Tony Pope State Farm: Raise Your Hand if You’re Insured
Q. How long have you been in the insurance business? A. I started my career as a team member for a State Farm agent in 1986, right out of college. I opened my agency in Summerville 28 years ago. I’ve been in the business for 32 years Q. Why did you choose the insurance profession? A. I have a degree in Business Administration from the University of South Carolina, with … [Read more...]
Elliot Remington Motorsport Classics & Concierge: You “Auto” Know About This
Ryan Toth has a thing about cars, and he wants to take care of yours. Toth, the owner of Elliot Remington Motorsport Classics & Concierge, which opened its doors April 1 just off Clements Ferry Road, understands the affinity people have for their automobiles. He also knows that Lowcountry storms can spawn floods, mold and even rodents, and that all these issues can mean … [Read more...]
Journalist Alan Eysen Told It Like It Was: Eyes Wide Open
Dunes West resident Alan Eysen has been blindfolded more times than a statue of Lady Justice or a 6-year old at a piñata party – and by both sides of the law. But all that has only left him even more clear-eyed about a long and much-honored career in journalism, during which he was a key member of an investigative team that won the prestigious Pulitzer Prize Gold Medal, the … [Read more...]
Equestrian Life in East Cooper: Horsing Around
It’s been a long time since anyone has considered Mount Pleasant to be a one-horse town. While the average resident may think it’s a no-horse town these days with the abundance of suburban sprawl, there is a small, passionate group of equine enthusiasts who are chomping at the bit for the opportunity to combine their love of horses with the convenience and quality of living in … [Read more...]