The narrow strip of land that extends into the marsh at the end of Pitt Street in the Old Village of Mount Pleasant provides breathtaking views of the beauty of the Lowcountry and gives locals and visitors the opportunity to engage in a variety of outdoor activities, from walking and running to fishing and bird-watching. But beyond its current use as a recreation … [Read more...]
Corey Alston is This Year’s Featured Weaver
If you’ve ever visited Charleston City Market, chances are you’ve spotted the work of Corey Alston. His intricately woven creations, overlapping strips of tan and mahogany, are about as synonymous with the Lowcountry as oysters and marsh beds. However, this time-honored art form didn’t come so easy to Alston when he first tried his hand at it, as a teen, years ago. Proving … [Read more...]
Highway 41 and the Phillips Community: ‘This Area Fits the People Who Live Here’
Richard Habersham’s family has been a fixture in the Phillips Community for nearly a century-and-a-half, when former slaves who had served their masters on at least three area plantations bought land along what is now Highway 41 and set out to make a life as free men and women. The 64-year-old has always lived on the land his ancestors purchased in the mid-1870s. And he’s … [Read more...]
Mount NOT Plastic? What the Ordinance Could Mean for Our Future
The Mount Pleasant Town Council has passed a law banning several plastic products used for the most part by grocery stores and restaurants, but, by the time the Environmentally Acceptable Packaging and Products Ordinance goes into effect in April 2019, it might look different than it did in April 2018. Or it might not look like anything at all. The fate of the ordinance, … [Read more...]
Visit Our Community Parks this Summer: Engage With Nature
Surrounded by serene marshlands, unique barrier islands and enchanting forests, it’s no surprise that Charleston County is home to dozens of public parks and nature centers. Come summertime, everyone from toddlers and young adults to parents and seniors frequent these versatile outdoor spaces. East of the Cooper, two major organizations are tasked with maintaining parks in … [Read more...]
Behind-the-Scenes Action: Dave “Big Hair” Brisacher
Because so many people move to Charleston from other places around the country and across the world, it’s often difficult to find a born and bred native of the Holy City. The good news is that one local has not only stuck around but is also doing incredible things in local communities. Dave Brisacher – also known as Big Hair Dave, for obvious reasons – grew up on 41st Avenue in … [Read more...]
Local Art Around Town: Mount Pleasant’s Walls Talk
Sarah Parrish was headed toward the art world, even receiving two bachelor’s degrees, in Art and Arts Management. Then something happened. “I was going to go into that line of work, but then I got sidetracked with coffee,” she said. Parrish opened Metto Coffee & Tea with her husband, Paxton, 11 years ago. But even as a full-time coffee shop owner, she couldn’t completely … [Read more...]
Hardscoop: Your Childhood Favorite, All Grown Up
You’ve topped it with sprinkles, drizzled it with caramel sauce and piled it inside a golden waffle cone. But chances are you have yet to experience ice cream quite like this. Hardscoop is a full-service distillery dedicated to churning out flavors that are 16-proof alcohol. It’s safe to say, your childhood favorite just got spiked. “From the beginning, we were always trying … [Read more...]
2018 Summer Concerts: A Hot Lineup for Live Music
Summer is almost here, and this balmy season promises a live music lineup as hot as the sweltering temps headed our way. With a variety of acts coming to venues across the Lowcountry, you can definitely count on getting your jam on – and on again. From multi-day festivals to intimate shows, the array of performers taking to the stage is sure to hold your interest and make your … [Read more...]
Tony Pope State Farm: Raise Your Hand if You’re Insured
Q. How long have you been in the insurance business? A. I started my career as a team member for a State Farm agent in 1986, right out of college. I opened my agency in Summerville 28 years ago. I’ve been in the business for 32 years Q. Why did you choose the insurance profession? A. I have a degree in Business Administration from the University of South Carolina, with … [Read more...]