Game days are right around the corner, and with that, you need the perfect place to watch your favorite teams win. It would be a bonus if you had some good food and drinks to enjoy during those crunch time moments. After all, you can never go wrong with tasty eats, refreshing beverages and quality company. With game day almost here, we’ve assembled a list of some top spots east … [Read more...]
Bringing the Heat: Staff Face Off in Chili Cookoff
In anticipation of cooler fall weather, staff members at Mount Pleasant Magazine shared our favorite chili recipes. Try them all and take the poll on Instagram @mountpleasantmagazine to help decide the winner. Stacey McLoughlin's Chili Brand ambassador Stacey McLoughlin brought the heat with her go-to. INGREDIENTS: • 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey • 1 small onion, chopped • 3 … [Read more...]
Tailgate Essentials for the Backyard or Outside the Stadium: Game Time Treats
Whether throwing a tailgating party in the backyard or outside the stadium this football season, these essentials will rack up points on the scoreboard. Food What’s on the menu is of equal importance to the game. The presentation is what will earn the winning touchdown. If grilling burgers and hot dogs or smoking barbecue and wings, serve on melamine trays alongside a … [Read more...]
Charging the Future: Growth of Electric Golf Cart Market
Drive anywhere in neighborhoods around East Cooper and you are likely to see families cruising around in golf carts. While most of these leisure vehicles used to be powered by gas, there has been a shift toward electric. According to Yahoo Finance, the U.S. electric golf cart market is projected to grow from $529.4 million in 2024 to $886.7 million by 2033. Here in the … [Read more...]
Nearly 30 Years of Service: Councilman Gary Santos on Re-Election, Growth, and Mt Pleasant’s Future
Why is Councilman Gary Santos running for re-election in the Mount Pleasant Town Council after nearly three decades of service? Host Zach Giroux sits down with the veteran Council Member to dive deep into the experiences and motivations that have fueled his commitment to Mount Pleasant for so long. In this must-watch interview, Councilman Santos not only shares the … [Read more...]
Time Well Spent: Seniors Give Back Through Volunteering
Life after retirement can be exhilarating and terrifying all at once. You now have time to discover new passions, hobbies and volunteering, but where do you start? Many seniors in the community have decided to give back to the community through local nonprofit organizations that are seeking volunteers. Let’s meet some of the folks and organizations that are making a difference … [Read more...]
Spread Some Love to Local Businesses with the 2026 Best of Mount Pleasant Voting
VOTE IN THE BEST OF MOUNT PLEASANT 2026 🥇⭐ Publisher/Founder Bill Macchio joins host Brian Cleary to talk about the history and impact of the Best of Mount Pleasant contest. Hear the story of this community staple—from its roots in 1990 (when all voting was on paper!) to today's essential guide for residents and newcomers alike. Plus, get the scoop on the upcoming Best of … [Read more...]
Handcrafted Heritage: Georgetown Wooden Boat Show
For the last 36 years, locals and visitors from across the Southeast and beyond have eagerly anticipated attending the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show, held every third weekend of October. Boasting more than 100 classic wooden boats ranging in size from canoes to yachts displayed on land and water, the three-day admission-free maritime festival takes place on the waterfront and … [Read more...]
Rolling with the Punches: Knocking Out Breast Cancer
Life took a sharp turn for Traci Doutaz in August 2023 just hours after finishing a roller derby bout in Charleston. Exhausted and relaxing at home, she casually crossed her arms and felt something unusual on her right breast. “It was so prominent,” she recalled. “I just knew something was wrong.” That moment marked the beginning of a whirlwind breast cancer journey for the … [Read more...]
Yoga Daily: Uniting the Community One Stretch at a Time
Offering a traditional yoga experience, Yoga Daily aims to integrate mindfulness, strength, flexibility, functional movement and philosophy into their yoga classes. Business partners Blair Hahn, a recovering lawyer, and Tricia Hughey, a 25-year yoga teacher veteran, launched Yoga Daily in January 2018. For the last seven-plus years, they have worked to create a strong yoga … [Read more...]