Never mind that Oceanside Collegiate Academy quarterback Aiden Manavian is still only a sophomore or that he had the pressure of starting suddenly thrust on him at the end of his freshman year. Sports Illustrated recently named Manavian the 2024 South Carolina Player of the Year. “Aiden is a tremendous leader on and off the field – always one of the first to volunteer to … [Read more...]
The Golden Boot: Charleston Battery’s Top Scorer Nets League MVP
In the early winter of 2023, Charleston Battery head soccer coach Ben Pirmann noted a new name on the roster: Nick Markanich. Remembering that he had arrived out of nowhere one day for tryouts, Pirmann now hoped he would be as good in real games as he had shown in trials. Markanich won’t be with the Battery for the upcoming season, but not because of underperformance. After … [Read more...]
Springfield Estates: Promised Land for Lovers
Spring has sprung at The Venue at Springfield Estates where azaleas, camellias and wildflowers are in full bloom. Beneath a canopy of historical oaks dripping with Spanish moss, a soft breeze stirs the soulful stories of a bygone era. Here, looking out over rice fields and the Great Pee Dee River, time stands still. A bald eagle soars above the fiery sunset and a family of … [Read more...]
Charleston 2025 Wedding Venues
When you think of weddings in the South, Charleston automatically comes to mind and there is a good reason for that. The Holy City has been named among the most beautiful wedding destinations in the United States, according to trusted travel sources like Condé Nast Traveler. If you’ve been dreaming of tying the knot beneath the Spanish moss-draped oaks of the Lowcountry, … [Read more...]
EAT. PLAY. STAY. Guide to all things fun on the Hammock Coast
It’s impossible to explore our neighboring Hammock Coast in just one day. The following tips will help with planning ahead for an unforgettable experience that might lead to an affinity with the area. If done right, a conversation with a local real estate agent about moving or purchasing a secondary home may ensue. Georgetown Eat A trip to Georgetown would not be complete … [Read more...]
2025 Beautiful Homes of Coastal Carolina
For the last 40 years, Mount Pleasant Magazine has published local real estate data, information that can be used in making decisions on a specific home, neighborhood and lifestyle. Our community loves reading our Beautiful Homes edition. We hope the real estate data we provide you will help guide you in finding that perfect home; the one that fits the lifestyle you seek in … [Read more...]
March/April 2025 Calendar of Events
March Charleston Wine + Food Festival When: 3/5-3/9 Where: Different venues across Charleston The annual festival features in-restaurant brunches, lunches and dinners, cooking classes, beverage workshops, large walkabout thematic events, educational excursions and a large sampling experience at Johnson Hagood Stadium. The Charleston Festival When: … [Read more...]
DIY Home Beauty on a Budget
If you’ve ever dreamed of transforming your living space on a budget, 2025 is the perfect year to embrace DIY (do-it-yourself) home décor. With expert tips from Celina Voelker, owner of Organic Love Interior Design, we’re uncovering timeless trends, easy projects and clever ideas to refresh your home without breaking the bank. DIY Projects With a Big Impact You don’t need a … [Read more...]
Court On The Coast: Charleston Open Celebrates 25 Years on Daniel Island
North America’s largest women’s only tennis tournament, the Credit One Charleston Open, returns to Daniel Island on March 29 to April 6. The award-winning WTA 500 tournament features some of the top players in the world including Charleston resident, World No. 8 and US Open semifinalist Emma Navarro; World No. 5 and Australian Open champion Madison Keys; World No. 4 and US … [Read more...]
Bridge Run Volunteers: The Most Valuable Participants
Fitness enthusiasts from all over the country and the world will convene in Charleston on Saturday, April 5 for the 48th Annual Cooper River Bridge Run. Hosting a capacity of 38,500 participants, the Bridge Run is the third largest 10K event in the U.S. Typically, the race draws participants from all 50 states and 15 different countries. Of course, pulling off such a massive … [Read more...]