On this episode of Mount Pleasant Podcast, Susan Bryant, the Sales & Marketing Director for Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art talks to host Brian Cleary about the different music genres you can find at the festival this year, information about the 9 concerts during 3 weeks in October, and where & when to buy tickets, a little about the 31 year history of PIFMA ... and … [Read more...]
The Mount Pleasant Lifestyle: Meet Real Estate Agent Robyn Jones Hall
Given Mount Pleasant’s population growth over the last decade, it’s fairly common upon meeting new people to ask, “Where are you from?” or “What brought you to Mount Pleasant?” So, it was a rare treat to talk with Mount Pleasant native Robyn Jones Hall about growing up on this side of the bridge. This Lowcountry girl loves the land on which she was raised and remembers an … [Read more...]
Former Teacher Opens Boutique Laurel & Lawton
If you’re browsing through Laurel & Lawton Gift and Home Accessories in Mount Pleasant, don’t be surprised if the items you consider come with a story from owner Ashley Davis. Davis opened the new shop in June 2022 in the Queensborough Shopping Center, three years after retiring from teaching—and rather than just selling items, she tries to educate patrons whenever possible … [Read more...]
Seaside Restoration: The Calm Amid the Storm
Prepare for the unexpected.” This is perhaps the best advice ever given to homeowners. It’s advice that Bess and John Leiti often give. Priding themselves with a calm demeanor no matter the chaos, they are also ready to help if disaster strikes. Together, the Lowcountry residents built Seaside Restoration from the ground up. After a friend’s recommendation to combine their … [Read more...]
Pulse Nails and Spa, A New Choice!
Anna Duong, originally hailing from Vietnam, now thinks of Mount Pleasant as the permanent home of her life and business. And by the time you finish your first day of pampering at Pulse Nails and Spa, you’ll likely end up one of her permanent clients. Open only since July 2022, Pulse Nails and Spa is not just about better skin and nails. It carries Duong’s own personal … [Read more...]
Where Honesty is the Priority Zip’s Kar Kare
With its signature mint green awning and vintage red and white sign, Zip’s Kar Kare on Coleman Boulevard is a charming reminder of a different era in Mount Pleasant history. The auto shop dates back to the 1920s, but despite its quaint facade, Zip’s is very much a modern and thriving auto repair business. In fact, it’s the oldest running garage in Mount Pleasant. Zip’s has … [Read more...]
A Passion for Growth with Amal Gawle
Amal Gawle has a passion for finance. He expressed that even if he had a hundred million dollars, he would still manage it and watch it grow. He would even continue to help clients achieve their financial benchmarks. No amount of money could change that. Gawle is the president of Nova Capital Advisors and a financial advisor at The Prudential Insurance Company of … [Read more...]
Heavens Marketplace: A Place to Shop and Be Inspired
When Frank and Sonya Pacera opened Heavens Marketplace in Myrtle Beach mid-summer of 2020, they had their entire future riding on its success. Now, barely two years later, the husband-and-wife team just held a grand opening for a second location in Mount Pleasant. The new space is complete with more room for home décor, furnishings, whimsical beach signs and tons of unique … [Read more...]
Welcome to the Porch at Oyster Candle Company
Oyster Candle Company & Coastal Gifts isn’t the typical gift shop. Located in a charming old house with a welcoming front porch, Oyster Candle Company makes browsing through a carefully curated selection of candles and gifts feel cozy and inviting. Owner Shannon Gallo put it best when she said, “the shopping experience is truly unique.” Gallo proudly showcases products … [Read more...]
Is it Just a Sprain? A Look at Foot and Ankle Health
Ankle sprains are among the most common conditions treated by foot and ankle surgeons, with 10-20% progressing to chronic pain, instability and even arthritis. Chronic instability is caused by injured ligaments failing to heal correctly. The diagnosis of chronic instability is made by analyzing the patient’s history and exam. X-rays and MRIs may be necessary to evaluate the … [Read more...]