Up Highway 17, past green pastures, churches and sweetgrass basket stands, you’ll find a beacon of Southern comfort food that’s been satisfying residents for decades. Capturing iconic charm, with checkered tablecloths and “home cooking,” this eatery, a supply store in the ’50s, has earned a solid reputation among locals and visitors. Since 1993, See Wee Restaurant has been a … [Read more...]
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A Country Boy Can Survive: Hank Williams Jr. in Daniel Island
In 1975, Hank Williams Jr. almost met his maker. Rock climbing in Montana, he fell nearly 500 feet onto snow-covered rock and landed in the hospital with skull and facial fractures. But, like the brazen, fire-bellied man he is, he refused to let this incident define him. You see, Williams isn’t one to allow circumstances to derail his journey, creatively or … [Read more...]
TJ Phillips Returns to Radio: Walking on Air
TJ Phillips has been part of area radio listeners’ lives for more than three decades. A beloved radio show host on WEZL from 1990 to 2016, TJ rode with us in our cars on the way to work or school each morning and later moved to the ride home with us in the afternoon. He kept us company at work and at home. He would make us laugh and occasionally bring a tear to our eyes, but he … [Read more...]
Making the Most of Outdoor Space: No More Backyard Blues
In the lowcountry, residents are putting just as much effort into the appearance of the exterior of their homes as they are the interior. With an excess supply of sunny days to gather with friends, it’s important to make sure your porch or patio provides just the right ambience for spring and summer fun. Not feeling your overall outdoor aesthetic? Have the elements rendered … [Read more...]
Mount Pleasant’s New Town Hall: Telling Mount Pleasant’s Story
There’s a decent chance that three quarters of a century from now, Mount Pleasant officials might be considering plans for a new Town Hall. Currently, however, the municipality’s public servants are thinking about and planning for the monumental task of moving most of the people who work for the town into a brand-new building that is just months away from completion – on … [Read more...]
SEWE Hosts Amanda McLenon: The Origin of Artistic Journey
In the South, we cherish the natural world. From the flawless stature of a coon hound to the tranquil image of an ivory egret midflight, we savor the sights that can be found throughout the Lowcountry. The 2017 Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is once again set to display the very best in outdoor living, art and zoology on Feb. 17, 18 and 19. For Daniel Island artist Amanda … [Read more...]
Best of Mount Pleasant 2016
BY YEAR: 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | Best Of Videos Best of Party Video Y'ALL ROCKED THE VOTE! Welcome to our 4th Best of Mount Pleasant results for 2016! It’s one of our favorite features of the year, due the fact that our readers (that’s you!) help us write it. Without our readers, the Best of … [Read more...]
Melissa Watson: Spartina Cabinetry and Design Consultants
Spartina Cabinetry and Design Consultants I'ON Square - 152 Civitas Mount Pleasant 843-971-4882 www.spartinacabinetry.com Opening her own business was something Melissa Koger Watson always knew she wanted to do one day when the timing was right. The president and principal designer at Spartina Cabinetry and Design Consultants, LLC, comes from a long line of business … [Read more...]
Calling All Idea People! DIG SOUTH 2016 is Here
Every spring, the Lowcountry crackles with the kind of creative energy that could power a locomotive. A multitude of tech and digital innovators descend upon the area to brainstorm, share tales of entrepreneurial ventures and keep the flame of creativity burning bright. On April 26, 27 and 28, 200 speakers and more than 2,000 attendees will come together to inspire, encourage … [Read more...]
A Culinary Pioneer: Chef Rusty Hamlin of the Southern Ground Music and Food Festival
The days of standing in music festival concession lines for a preservative-filled hot dog or dried out falafel are a thing of the past. After all, nothing pairs better with guitar solos and gritty vocals than exceptional farm-fresh cuisine. Chef Rusty Hamlin, a culinary mastermind of fierce flavor, has trekked all over the country keeping the bellies of musicians and fans full. … [Read more...]