By Lindsay C. Bishop Lief Erickson has been working as a technician for AirMax for almost seven years, and his love of this small, family-owned business shows. Erickson’s parents moved to Charleston in the 1960s, and he’s a Lowcountry native through and through. After graduating from Wando High School, Erickson went on to receive an associate degree in criminal justice from … [Read more...]
Warm Up the Season With Gas Lanterns and Fireplace Logs from AirMax
Charleston heating and cooling company AirMax may be the first people that you call when your HVAC system isn’t working properly, but did you know that they’re also experts in servicing gas fireplaces and lanterns? With over 15 years of experience, Gas Department Manager Tony Burke is one of the most qualified people in the Lowcountry to address all of your natural and propane … [Read more...]
The 25th Annual Mount Pleasant Christmas Light Parade
Podcast Episode 14: Nicole Harvey, the Special Events Manager for the Town of Mount Pleasant and Tracy Richter talk to Mount Pleasant Magazine's Publisher, Bill Macchio about the 2020 MOUNT PLEASANT CHRISTMAS PARADE LIGHT PARADE and creating and organizing events for Mount Pleasant. They discuss family involvement, what drives them to put together these creative & fun events, … [Read more...]
The Lowcountry Real Estate Bubble: Will it Burst Soon?
As we have watched businesses all around us struggle .to survive in this pandemic, one industry that has thrived, at least in the Lowcountry, is real estate. But what is the true reason it’s doing so well here? Bill Payne, CPA and assistant branch manager at First Home Mortgage in Mount Pleasant, said that it is a combination of many factors. In particular, he described … [Read more...]
Jean’s Bridal of Mount Pleasant: A One-Stop-Shop for Wedding Fashion
More than just a bridal shop, Jean’s is a Mount Pleasant institution. The original store, located in Peachtree Plaza on Coleman Boulevard, opened its doors in 1974, where owner Jean Wellmon sold a variety of fabrics and offered custom alterations. Not long afterward, Wellmon began carrying ready-to-wear fashions, eventually expanding to include formalwear. In 1984, Wellmon … [Read more...]
Environmental Solutions and Services: Keeping It Clean
Known as a subject matter expert in indoor air quality management, Jim Clark, owner of Environmental Solutions and Services, or ESS, .began researching an area of his business that he believed was lacking back in fall 2019. While he saw the need for a product that could deep clean for mold, pathogens and viruses, Clark had no idea how vital this product would become. When … [Read more...]
Mount Pleasant’s First Workforce Housing Development
By Colin McCandless It is no secret that rent and home prices in Mount Pleasant are expensive, and rush hour traffic is tedious, but thanks to a community partnership among elected officials, businesses and nonprofits, steps are being taken to address these two interconnected issues. In February, Mount Pleasant’s Town Council approved the first workforce housing … [Read more...]
Tori Adams Gets Back in the Field at AirMax
By Lindsay C. Bishop Tori Adams has been working as a technician for Charleston heating and cooling company AirMax for five months, but she already feels like part of the family. Originally from Hawaii, Adams moved to Summerville with her father during her freshman year of high school and graduated from Summerville High School. Adams began her career in the heating and cooling … [Read more...]
Vacation Cupboards Bare? Call Groceries Ahead
By Fay M. Boudet Anyone who has taken a vacation knows the relaxation and joy it can bring — but there are often elements .that can cause stress, too. Prepping, packing, fueling up, buying snacks, driving and “Are we there yet?” questions can continue for hours. By the time you arrive at your destination, you’re ready to unpack as quickly as possible and unwind from the … [Read more...]
Lucy’s Legacy: Remembering the Woman Who Shaped Education in Mount Pleasant
By Anne Shuler Toole Though small in stature, Lucy Garrett Beckham was larger than life. The impact she had on Mount Pleasant high schoolers over her tenure as Wando’s principal – and the resulting ripple effect on the town itself – is immeasurable. After all, people flock to areas known for good schools, and it’s evident that having her as a leader changed this town in many … [Read more...]