The first Saturday in April is an exciting time to be in Charleston, as it will mark the 47th anniversary of the Cooper River Bridge Run 10k race, which attracts fitness enthusiasts from all over the country and the world. This year’s event, slated for April 6, kicks off at 8 a.m. at the start line located on the corner of Coleman Boulevard and Simmons Street in front of … [Read more...]
Equine Therapy for Veterans & PTSD/TBI: Hope, Resilience & Purpose – Sarah Lustig’s Story at HITS
If you or a loved one is looking for alternative treatments for PTSD & TBI, join host Brian Cleary as he talks with Hoofprints in the Sand's (HITS) founder, CEO, and Clinical Director Sarah Lustig. HITS uses equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) to help veterans and others struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) at their farm on … [Read more...]
Serve & Preserve: Mayors of the Hammock Coast
At first glance, mayors Brian Henry and Carol Jayroe appear to have their own versions of a dream job. Henry is mayor of Pawleys Island, 25 miles south of Myrtle Beach, at the edge of where inland meets ocean and one of the state’s most sought-after spots for year-round vacation homes and rentals and the birthplace of Palmetto Cheese. Jayroe is mayor of Georgetown, only … [Read more...]
Local’s Guide to the Hammock Coast
Nothing says “Spring Break” like the Hammock Coast, the stretch of land between Mount Pleasant and Myrtle Beach adorned with spectacular coastal vistas and a Grand Strand of charming little towns such as Georgetown, Murrells Inlet, Garden City, Pawleys Island and Litchfield Beach. Whichever section you choose to stay in, there is never a dull moment. Relax by the pool or on the … [Read more...]
Tavern & Table: Dining with a View
Located on historic Shem Creek, the elevated establishment Tavern & Table offers a casual, laid-back atmosphere where attire ranging from business suits to swim trunks or cover ups and flipflops suffice. Whether arriving by car, golf cart or docking your boat at their 140-foot slip, Tavern & Table is the destination for all occasions. Dining on the chill pull-up boat … [Read more...]
Behind the Bar: Red’s Ice House on the Rocks with Kenny Puckett
Since 2014, Red’s Ice House bar manager Kenny Puckett has been slinging cocktails at the establishment that he fondly referred to as the “last blue collar beach bar on Shem Creek.” Bartending has always been in his blood, said Puckett, who at 19 years old cut his teeth in food and beverage by bar-backing in a restaurant in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Around 1990, when Puckett was 21, … [Read more...]
Fresh Take: Cantina 76
If you’re looking for a new spin on your Taco Tuesdays or seeking the perfect venue to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, look no further than Cantina 76 in Mount Pleasant. Cantina 76 is a lively taqueria and bar specializing in fresh Mexican-inspired cuisine, signature margaritas, a quick yet satisfying dining experience and a casual, upbeat atmosphere. This South Carolina … [Read more...]
Carpet Baggers Carpet One Floor & Home: Comfort in the Bag
There’s something special about a locally-owned family business, brand or enterprise. Carpet Baggers has been around since 1992 and when you walk in, you are treated like family. Owner Dean Kelly, his wife Lou Ann, two daughters, sister and brother-in-law all work somewhere on site. Not to mention their entire team is considered family with some of their employees … [Read more...]
The Ballad of Bill Farley. 1944-2023
An extraordinary life filled with adventure and unique opportunities are just two ways to describe the late William “Bill” Farley, 79, of Mount Pleasant. In honor of his memory, the following is an account of a man who has lived many lives and worn many hats. ACT I Born in New York on July 11, 1944, Farley grew up attending public, private and boarding schools. He earned … [Read more...]
John Wright, President of AAS Historic Commission on their Organization & the Long Point Schoolhouse
John Wright, the president of the African American Settlement Historic Commission talks with host Brian Cleary about AASHC's role in the preservation of the 1904 Long Point School in Mount Pleasant, as well as what the AAS Historic Commission does, and why they do it. John and Brian also talk about how the African American Settlement HC partners with Boone Hall Plantation … [Read more...]