Two of Charleston’s most popular annual events, the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) and the Charleston Wine + Food festival (CHSWF), are back after a year hiatus. Mount Pleasant Magazine spoke with SEWE’s Executive Director John Powell and Charleston Wine + Food Marketing and Communications Director Alyssa Smith about the return to in-person gatherings and what to … [Read more...]
Follow These Leaders: Mount Pleasant’s New Town Council
As we begin the new year, it seems appropriate to check in on the direction our town is heading — and who will be steering it. The municipal elections two months ago ushered in two new Council members, along with the reelection of two incumbents and the town’s mayor. All the candidates are chosen at large and do not run on a party affiliation. Incumbent Will Haynie now … [Read more...]
2023 Local CPA Tax Directory
This CPA Tax Directory is your guide to area tax professionals and is brought to you in part by VERIS, the Proactive CPA. A. Freeman Consulting & Tax 1633 Pat Kelly Lane Mount Pleasant, SC (843) 884-4807 A/P Recovery Inc 975 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard Mount Pleasant, SC (877) 906-4558 Accel Tax & Business Services LLC 235 Magrath Darby Blvd #150 Mount … [Read more...]
John Iacofano, Mount Pleasant Town Council
On this episode of the Mount Pleasant Magazine Podcast, Mount Pleasant Town Council member John Iacofano talks with Publisher Bill Macchio about his family moving to Mount Pleasant in 1999, how Iacofano's restaurant grew into a multi-state catering business, and how John took what he learned from the restaurant business to running for Mount Pleasant Town Council, advice he got … [Read more...]
Mark Mitchell, Broker in Charge with Dunes Properties
Mark Mitchell, Broker in Charge with Dunes Properties Mount Pleasant office talks to publisher Bill Macchio about how he solves challenges when clients are buying or selling Mount Pleasant, Charleston and Isle of Palms real estate, about his client focus, how he and successful realtors approach finding you a home even when it might seem like what you are looking for just isn't … [Read more...]
Southern Design with Original Flair: deGuise Interiors
Founded by Gigi Chapman in 1985, deGuise Interiors is known for bringing together the natural beauty of the South Carolina Lowcountry — its architecture, culture and local arts — with an impeccable eye for design. Growing up in historic Charleston, Gigi is the product of a family of talented artists and interior designers. She was raised with a profound appreciation for the … [Read more...]
Meet Our Pets: The Fidos and Felines Behind Mount Pleasant Magazine
Piper Johnson Coleman the Yorkshire Terrier “Piper has been coming to the office with me on and off for the past seven years. He's become one of our office mascots and his friendly, calm, loving demeanor makes him a hit with co-workers and office visitors alike.” Piper belongs to Art Director Dana Coleman. Sully the Shih-Tzu “Sully has brought so much joy to our … [Read more...]
Your Dream Home Awaits: King & Society Real Estate
No matter what the weather happens to be when you read this, real estate remains hot in Charleston, with new construction homes leading the pack, said Misti Cox, associate Broker with King and Society Real Estate. “Right now in the Tri-county area — which includes Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester Counties — sales are still very strong, and it’s definitely still a seller’s … [Read more...]
Candles and Other Bright Ideas: Oyster Candle Company & Coastal Gifts
Oyster Candle Company & Coastal Gifts, the premier spot to shop locally, has been an inviting small business for Mount Pleasant since February of 2021. Before then, Oyster Candle Company had been operating in town since August 2018. As demonstrated in its name, Oyster Candle Company is known for its unique use of oyster shells. Owner Shannon Gallo hand-pours candle wax into … [Read more...]
An Exciting Time for Genetic Counseling: Meet Sally Shields, a Genetic Counselor
The test comes back positive. You’re pregnant! In that instant, your entire life changes. You watch your body grow day by day, and your thought process shifts to constant wonder about your baby and if he or she is OK in there. Nowadays, there are more answers for pregnant mothers wondering how their baby is progressing and if there is anything going on that might be … [Read more...]