In the golden years of life, the heart knows no bounds. As we age, it's not just about counting the years, but about making each moment count. For active seniors who are young at heart, life is an adventure waiting to be embraced, a canvas waiting for vibrant strokes of experiences and a journey filled with vitality and zest. For many, retirement marks the beginning of a new … [Read more...]
Familial Flavors: Family-run Businesses Spicing Up the Kitchen
Adding a colorful dash of flavor to the Lowcountry, these families are blending their passion for culture with the soul of Mount Pleasant, transporting their friends and neighbors to other worlds where ethnic cuisine stirs in layers of depth and richness to enhance their livelihood. Malika Born and raised in Pakistan, Maryam Ghaznavi grew up in the heart of her familyβs … [Read more...]
For the Love of Fatherhood: Different Types of Father Figures
Fatherβs Day is June 16, a time to honor the dads, stepdads and grandads in our lives and offer our gratitude for the sacrifice and devotion they show our families. We interviewed some local fathers and grandfathers to learn more about what that role means to them. Father and a Pastor Josh Walters, executive pastor at Seacoast Church in Mount Pleasant, has helped raise … [Read more...]
Seasons of Motherhood: Motherly Trials and Tribulations
In our charming town, where the air is slightly sweet and slightly salty and the warm embrace of community wraps around every corner, motherhood takes on many shapes and forms. From the bustling streets to the serene parks, the spirit of motherhood thrives in the hearts of women who navigate its beautiful complexities with grace, resilience and unwavering love. Today, we … [Read more...]
Anchors Away! Local Charters That Will Float Your Boat
When it comes to taking a yacht out on a day trip East of the Cooper, local captains Chris Parker and Dave Gugliotti agreed that the best place to drop anchor is some 20 minutes past the Isle of Palms between Dewees, Capers and Bulls Islands. Charleston Classic Yachts According to Parker, thatβs because the approach to Capersβ Boneyard Beach, surrounded by pristine sapphire … [Read more...]
The George: Lowcountry Elegance Simplified
When my daughter Sophie and I arrived at the newly-opened boutique hotel, The George, nestled between the shimmering waters of the PeeDee River and historic Front Street in colonial Georgetown, we were greeted by friendly doormen, reservationists and the woman at the helm of the operation, Georgetonian Christy Whitlock. As we sat on a sofa in the front window of the lobby, … [Read more...]
Man Of Fortune: Beloved Fisherman to Receive Memorial Statue at Shem Creek
When dawn breaks on Shem Creek, there will soon be a glimmer on the water like never before. Atop the boardwalk that connects both sides of the creek will stand a bronze, life-size statue of a man who is now remembered as a Lowcountry legend. His name is Captain Wayne Magwood and soon his legacy will forever be enshrined as a testament to the role he played in preserving the … [Read more...]
Inside the Chalk: Observations from the Credit One Charleston Open
As a member of the media, itβs my job to observe and report the facts as an unbiased bystander. I recently had the honor and privilege of covering the Credit One Charleston Open on Daniel Island -- the largest womenβs-only professional tennis event in North America. Tennis week is a marathon, not a race. Early mornings, late nights and 12-hour days. Itβs not for the faint of … [Read more...]
Blessing of the Fleet: Celebrating Mount Pleasant’s Shrimpers, Fishermen & Community
Join us for a fun-filled look into Mount Pleasant's Blessing of the Fleet as Tracy Richter, Events Coordinator for the Town of Mount Pleasant and Tressy Mellichamp, Fundraising Chair for Fishermen's Memorial Statue talk to host Brian Cleary about this annual event and it's history. Every April the Blessing of the Fleet kicks off the shrimping season with a boat parade, … [Read more...]
Serving Military-Connected Kids: How MCEC Makes School Transitions Easier
In honor of the Month of the Military Child, we have Karli Sabecky, Implementation Coordinator, and Sarah Schackelton, Community Coordinator along with host Brian Cleary discussing what the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) does to support the education of military-connected students. We understand that military families often have to relocate frequently, and this … [Read more...]