Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, a community staple for pet lovers in Mount Pleasant, is now under new ownership. Ami Khanna is bringing an exciting new chapter to our beloved pet paradise after taking the reins this past March. He brings a passion for dogs and small business expertise that’s already making a big impact. Originally from India and having lived around the … [Read more...]
Rescue of the Month: Bruce Almighty
Bruce is a 2-and-a-half year old terrier mix with a heart as big as his smile. He holds the title of Pet Helpers’ longest resident and has called the shelter home for more than 500 days. Bruce has a strong love for snuggles, tennis balls and everything in between, but what he wants more than anything is a home. He is a beloved part of the pack at Pet Helpers and the … [Read more...]
Pat’s Pad Thai: Food on Wheels
Pat Tantikul, the proud owner of the A-Roi Thai Food Truck, serves her food with a smile. It’s been a journey to get to where she is now, but there is nothing else she would rather do than dish up Bangkok-style street food to the Lowcountry. Tantikul’s love for food was instilled in her during her childhood in Bangkok, Thailand. When COVID-19 rocked the world in 2020, she … [Read more...]
Behind the Bar: Palmetto Breeze’s Blair Nottingham
Behind the bar of the Palmetto Breeze there’s Blair Nottingham, whose story is as layered, complex and bold as the cocktails she crafts. With roots in New Hampshire, Nottingham started bartending at the young age of 18 and quickly grew her love of hospitality and people. “My family was always entertaining,” she remembered. “I was helping out at events at my house with my … [Read more...]
Georgetown, SC: Where History Meets the Future with Beth Stedman
Join us on a fascinating journey through time as we explore the past, present, and future of Georgetown, South Carolina! In this episode, your host Scott Richard sits down with Beth Stedman, President and CEO of the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce, to uncover the rich history and exciting evolution of this charming city. Discover Georgetown's deep roots as South … [Read more...]
Mount Pleasant Magazine & Level Up Video Join Forces in AI Sphere
I can vividly remember when I first met Matt Grason, founder of Level Up Video, who has since become an extended member of the Mount Pleasant Magazine family. It all started at the Harbor Entrepreneur Center when visiting one of our clients. I ran into Frank Wells, founder of Holy City Med, who was sitting in an area of the center designed to create networking … [Read more...]
Summer Farmers Market Series At Willie’s Roadside Market
Every Sunday until August 31, there is a new farmers market series taking place from 11am to 2pm at Willie’s Roadside Market in Mount Pleasant. This event is all about bringing the community together where everyone can feel welcome. There will be over 20 local vendors taking part in this growing series—from fresh seafood, a variety of specialty foods, locally roasted coffee, … [Read more...]
Novant Health: Catalyst for Care
Novant Health is making quite a splash around town, but what do we know about this new hospital system? According to their website novanthealth.org, Novant is “a super-regional, not-for-profit, academic medical center-backed health system relentlessly pursuing remarkable care for our communities.” Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Novant … [Read more...]
Behind the Mayor’s Desk: Will Haynie’s Drive for a Third Term
In this episode of the Mount Pleasant Podcast, host Bill Macchio sits down with Mount Pleasant, SC Mayor Will Haynie, who is seeking a third term and continues to be driven by a strong desire to serve the community. His re-election bid has already garnered significant support, with five Town Council members endorsing his campaign. Understanding the unique structure of Mount … [Read more...]
Keeping SC’s Shrimping Industry Afloat: Local Shrimp Matter
There was a time in the not-so-distant past when the population of Mount Pleasant was lower, but the volume of shrimp boats lining Shem Creek was higher. Captain Rocky Magwood, a fourth-generation shrimper, remembers a time when shrimp boats were lined up three-to-a-dock up and down the creek, about 80 of them in total. Twenty-five years ago, that number had dwindled to … [Read more...]