Join host Scott Richards and Main Street Director Al Joseph for an insightful look into the remarkable transformation sweeping across Georgetown, SC. This video dives deep into the revitalization of the city's historic business district, known as Front Street and Main Street, which is now bustling with new businesses thanks in part to the catalytic presence of The George … [Read more...]
The Rotary’s Biggest Splash: 2025 Charleston Duck Race in the Wando!
The Charleston Duck Race is back on the Wando River! Tune in as Evan Murray, the 'Head Duck' Fundraising Chair, joins host Brian Cleary to reveal all the details about this highly anticipated event. On June 14th, 2025, prepare to witness 30,000 rubber ducks race to the finish line! How long will it take? You'll have to listen to find out! This massive Rotary Club fundraiser … [Read more...]
Paved with Passion: Morales Pavers
Morales Pavers started with a simple mission: to transform outdoor spaces and convert them into something people could truly enjoy. But what makes this family-owned business stand out isn’t just the craftsmanship or the beautiful patios, walkways and backyards. It’s the personal touch, the transparent communication and the trust they build with each client. In an industry often … [Read more...]
Style That Speaks: Megan Molten Design + Shop
Megan Molten, founder and chief creative officer of Megan Molten Design + Shop, has always had a passion for interior design. When Molten purchased her first home, she started sharing the “modern coastal” spaces she was creating on social media as a hobby. Soon, that project demanded all of her time outside of her full-time corporate job in health care sales. She decided that … [Read more...]
A Vital Role: Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center
Child abuse is a painful reality that impacts children of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender or socioeconomic status. In Charleston and lower Berkeley counties, Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center (CAC) offers a vital lifeline for children and families facing the trauma of abuse. The center’s mission is simple yet profound: to lead and coordinate a child-focused, … [Read more...]
A Better Perspective: Compass Vision Care
Compass Vision Care isn’t just an optometry practice, it’s a reflection of its founder’s dedication to family, health and community. Offering a wide range of services from medical eye care to stylish frames, contact lenses and popular brands of sunglasses, the practice has become a trusted name for patients of all ages. Dr. Betsy Fraser, the heart behind Compass Vision Care, … [Read more...]
Top Priority: Primary Care Doctors Putting Family First
These local primary care doctors offer accessible alternatives to personalized health and wellness practices for everyone in the whole family regardless of age, background or location. Shifa Free Clinic Physician assistant at Shifa Free Clinic, Lauren Pepin, said, “The most rewarding part of my job is offering a safe and welcoming space for those who may have felt overlooked … [Read more...]
Meet the Chef: Alec Gropman, Bodega’s Flavor Boss
Chefs are skilled and talented culinary craftspeople who create flavorful masterpieces. They are the visionaries who set the tone for the entire restaurant. Long Island native and Chef Alec Gropman, a senior partner and executive chef at Uptown Hospitality Group, is behind the food and beverage departments of restaurants such as Uptown Social, Share House, By The Way, Bodega … [Read more...]
A Fiesta of Flavors: Catrina’s Tacos & Tequila
Located just off Clements Ferry Road, Catrina’s Tacos & Tequila feels like walking into a fiesta. It’s vibrant, colorful, full of life — like someone bottled up the spirit of Día de los Muertos and poured it into the walls. Murals adorn the walls, with smiling Catrina dolls tucked into shelves, and those rich, festive touches that capture your attention. Somehow, it’s … [Read more...]
Behind the Bar: Jennifer Ouellette, LoLA’s Queen of Libations
We’ve highlighted bartenders in our Behind the Bar series for more than two years, featuring a diverse range of bartenders from various backgrounds. Our latest expert mixologist, Jennifer Ouellette, tends bar at LoLA’s Mount Pleasant location. Ouellette has 10 years of bartending experience, starting in Sumter, South Carolina, an Air Force town where a 23-year-old Ouellette … [Read more...]