By Jennifer Beebe They say for an artist to become successful, he or she must get to know their subject intimately. Lowcountry artist William R. Beebe has found success by narrowing his focus, photographing and painting shorebirds and colorful, historic Charleston architecture. Living in Mount Pleasant, Beebe finds himself within close proximity to both of his muses. He … [Read more...]
The Battle Against Breast Cancer: Four Uplifting Stories
It’s been described in medical texts dating back thousands of years. Doctors have been experimenting with surgical incisions to destroy it since the first century, yet even today, with all of the advances of modern medicine, four little words, “you have breast cancer,” are still a dreaded reality for many around the world. Luckily, medical advances, widespread awareness, early … [Read more...]
Remembering John “Johnny Mac” McDowell: A Friend to the Automotive Community
Unique people live among us. These people become great at what they do, but most of the world never gets to know. This is because they often lead very simple and private lives. They do not seek fame and fortune or glory, praise and accolades. They stay in the background, putting the needs of everyone they meet before themselves and becoming a servant to all who cross their … [Read more...]
A More Global Audience: Our Discussion with Chef Benjamin “BJ” Dennis and Charlton Singleton
There is perhaps nothing that defines a person more than their ability to accept who they are, where they came from and where they are going. And there’s no better time than right now to embrace acceptance — a year that has tested all our boundaries and shaken us to the core. We spoke with Charlton Singleton, co-founder of the Charleston Jazz Orchestra and member of the … [Read more...]
Running a Tight Ship: Jim Newsome Leads the Port with Aplomb
Remember Charleston before the back-to-back tour buses and the magazine spreads on cute inns? It was a city adrift. Even the port, which can anchor a waterside community, was down. That is, until Jim Newsome. In September 2009, Newsome moved to Charleston to take over the South Carolina Ports Authority. The turnaround in the economy has been echoed by the port growth, and … [Read more...]
Meet the Team Behind the 2020 Cooper River Bridge Run
UPDATE: RACE DAY IS SATURDAY AUGUST 1, 2020 NEW START TIME 7AM. SEE THE COOPER RIVER BRIDGE RUN WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS. If you are new to the Charleston area, the Cooper River Bridge Run is kind of a big deal. It sells out at 40,000 participants. It’s the third largest 10K in the United States. The two-day expo is one of the largest health and wellness expos in the … [Read more...]
We Are Mount Pleasant
I moved to Mount Pleasant two years ago. While the appeal of coastal living had attracted my family, it was the warmth of the people that cemented the deal. I have lived all over the world and yet no place has felt more like home. Yes, I credit the people — from my neighbors who left gifts on our doorstep that first week to welcome us, to the smiles that greet us daily … [Read more...]
Brad Taylor: Bestselling Author Taking Action to Charleston
Did you know that a U.S. Army Special Forces hero and bestselling author lives here in Mount Pleasant? With more than 3 million books sold, prolific novelist Brad Taylor is at the top of his game — and we managed to catch up with him and his wife upon their return from a research trip to the Far East, the locale of his most recent work. Taylor’s latest, “Hunter Killer,” was … [Read more...]
Homecoming: Transitioning to Civilian Life
Charleston and the Lowcountry have a long tradition of military service. So many men and women have sacrificed to serve their country, yet so many stories are left untold. And, one of the most significant is how all these veterans transitioned from military to civilian life. Meet two of those veterans who shared a small portion of their stories. One is a “lifer” with a … [Read more...]
We Are Mount Pleasant
Oh, Mount Pleasant. How very interesting a town we live in – it’s where people are flocking to come, and where locals are reluctant to leave. As with every one of these “We Are” features, we try to shed light on some of the people who make our town special. You don’t have to be born here, you don’t have to have lived here for any minimum number of years, but we like to … [Read more...]