Since 1979, East Cooper Animal Hospital has been a place of great care and comfort for pets and pet owners throughout the Lowcountry. During the beginning of my interview with Dr. Marci Sauls, I had the pleasure of holding her pint-sized Chihuahua, Kingston. Curious, friendly and decked out in a holiday bandana, he sniffed my journal as if to provide a second … [Read more...]
Laying Down the Law, Stirling & O’Connell
The nice lady sitting opposite him told of a very bad experience. She had been driving to a conference when another driver slammed into her car broadside. The impact was so severe that it had separated and splintered her collarbone, causing agonizing pain. A surgeon installed a plate and screws to repair the fracture. She wanted to know what kind of settlement she could expect … [Read more...]
East Cooper Baptist Church: On a Mission to Serve the Community
Just about everyone has heard the phrase, "Do as I say, not as I do." It is one of the more popular idioms detailing responsibility and morality. Such a phrase is not commonplace at East Cooper Baptist Church – voted among the best places to worship by the readers of Mount Pleasant Magazine – as the congregation and leadership alike aim to not only hear the message of God but … [Read more...]
Pooling Their Resources, Atkinson Pools and Spas
Starting with nothing more than a red supply shed and a pickup truck, Atkinson Pools and Spas has been making waves in Mount Pleasant for over three decades. Today, the family-owned business has grown from a pool maintenance company into the most established pool builder in the Lowcountry. Their longevity and quality workmanship helped them earn the title of Best Pool and Spa … [Read more...]
More Than a Place Where People Live, Franke at Seaside
Though the readers of Mount Pleasant Magazine gave Franke at Seaside the nod as the area's best assisted living facility, it is much more than just a place where people live. Instead, it is a virtual beehive of activity, home to more than 400 people, well over half of them in the 75 patio homes and 100 apartments that make up the independent living areas of the 44-acre … [Read more...]
The Perfect Blend, Pflug Law Firm
Find a career that you love and you'll be happy. That's true for both Sarah Pflug and her husband, Chaun, who discovered not only each other but a love for practicing law. They've chosen different disciplines within the law and have blended them into one of the best law firms in Mount Pleasant. Sarah was a French major at the College of Charleston, where she graduated cum … [Read more...]
A Solid Foundation, Palmetto Christian Academy
For 25 years, Palmetto Christian Academy has enriched the lives of students, families and faculty through an unshakable dedication to God's truth and by creating a vibrant community based on a shared commitment to Christian education. PCA was voted the "Best Private School" in Mount Pleasant for the third year in a row, adding to the excitement of not only celebrating its 25th … [Read more...]
A Leading Name in Lowcountry Beauty, Vanity Salon
Since 2005, Kim Coleman and her skilled team at Vanity Salon have been keeping customers looking and feeling their very best. From bronzing to blowouts, these professionals are there to exceed expectations and make you look absolutely catwalk-worthy. Snagging two titles of "Best Salon" and "Best Tanning Salon," Vanity is certainly the leading name in Lowcountry beauty. Beyond … [Read more...]
For Indoor and Outdoor Guests, Sweetgrass Event Center
Some say that rain on your wedding day is lucky (except for good ol' Alanis Morissette, who says it's ironic) but at Sweetgrass Event Center, Mount Pleasant's premier indoor-outdoor venue, weather surprises really are no big deal. Located behind Mercedes-Benz of Mount Pleasant and conveniently in the center of town, Sweetgrass Event Center has, since its inception in 2015, … [Read more...]
LowCountry Feminists: Motivated to Take a Stand
Marina Penna woke up the day after the presidential election last November and realized that she needed to do something. Like many women voters who viewed the negative rhetoric during the campaign as unsettling, coming to grips with the election results was challenging. The youth leader at the Unitarian Church of Charleston said, "I woke up that morning, had a cry, composed … [Read more...]