Whether you’re the occasional weekend caster or an avid sportsman searching for a prime fishing spot, you can’t do much better than the tidal creeks, salt marshes and surf surrounding Capers and Bulls Islands in autumn. The unspoiled barrier islands, owned by the state and open to the public for daytime recreational use, are located in the 66,000-acre Cape Romain National … [Read more...]
Kathy Landing, 2021 Mount Pleasant, SC Mayoral Candidate
On this episode of the Mount Pleasant Magazine Podcast, 2021 Mayoral Candidate Kathy Landing talks with MPM Publisher Bill Macchio about her family, why she decided to run in the 2021 Mount Pleasant Mayoral Race, honoring the police and fire department with the First Annual Mount Pleasant Police & Firefighters Ball … and more. Tune in for Podcast Episode 26! … [Read more...]
Cultivating Growth: GrandScapes of Mount Pleasant
GrandScapes is a full-service design, build, and maintenance company located in Mount Pleasant. It services the greater Charleston area, providing residential and commercial maintenance along with design and installation. Adam Dukes, owner, believes it’s his team that makes the business a rousing success. “We are always looking for the best in the business to join us as we … [Read more...]
The Return of Crab Bank: Seabird Sanctuary Renourishment Expected to Bring Back Colonies of Nesting Coastal Birds
On the boat ride to Crab Bank, Audubon South Carolina Coastal Programs Coordinator Nolan Schillerstrom paraphrased the famous “Field of Dreams” quote when describing conservation partners’ attitude toward the island restoration’s anticipated impact on sea and shorebirds: “If you build it, they will come.” That is the expectation for the project to rebuild Crab Bank … [Read more...]
Skatell’s Manufacturing Jewelers: Leaving No Stone Unturned
Is it time to go jewelry shopping? Whether for yourself or for that special someone in your life, choosing the right jewelry store is the crucial first step. Jewelry can last for a lifetime, and establishing a trusting relationship with your jeweler will be key to the care and upkeep of your precious possessions for years to come. According to Nan Butler, co-owner of … [Read more...]
Four Generations of Fresh Seafood: Mount Pleasant Seafood’s Sarah Fitch
MPM: When did you decide to go into the business you are in? Fitch: Mount Pleasant Seafood first opened its doors back in 1945, on the banks of Shem Creek, with my great-grandfather and grandfather, Captain Walter G. Toler and Captain Walter D. Toler. For four generations now, we have been serving fresh local seafood to both our local community and tourists from around the … [Read more...]
Calling All Dental Patients Sedation Dentistry of Charleston
If you’re a senior experiencing fear and anxiety about having dental procedures performed, you’re not alone. According to Dr. Robert Carimi of Sedation Dentistry of Charleston, this is fairly common for a lot of people, including seniors. In fact, he compared the prevalence of dental fear to fear of heights or arachnophobia. Fortunately, Carimi’s practice offers various … [Read more...]
Senior Living Directory
Updated September 2025 Charleston is known for its vibrant and unique atmosphere, making it an ideal place to call home through every stage of life. As the city continues to grow, so does its population of older adults seeking not just care, but community and connection. Charleston offers a fulfilling lifestyle that provides opportunities for older adults to remain active … [Read more...]
Compounding Pharmacies Allow Medication Customization: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
You may have heard the term compounding before, but unless you’ve been prescribed compounded medication, you are probably unfamiliar with its methodology and benefits. Brandi Sherbert, a pharmacist with Pitt Street Pharmacy, which offers compounding services, explained that the process involves taking pure powders of various chemicals and mixing them into a variety of … [Read more...]
Franke at Seaside: Celebrating 25 Years in Mount Pleasant
Although Franke at Seaside has resided in Mount Pleasant for 25 years now, their history ..goes back much further – 25 years, in fact. Before they became a vibrant senior community in East Cooper, they were an assisted living facility located in downtown Charleston at the Adger House on Calhoun Street, called simply “The Franke Home.” The idea for the facility that would … [Read more...]