When it comes to the importance of health and fitness, age is not an issue. For some, fitness is a lifelong lifestyle; others don’t establish a regular exercise regime until after their status as couch potatoes is confirmed. That’s exactly how Bill Boulter came to be the top contender in his age group of the Cooper River Bridge Run. “I didn’t start running until I was … [Read more...]
Let It Shine: Carolina Lanterns & Lighting
Chances are pretty good that Jan Clouse, owner of Carolina Lanterns & Lighting, can guess where you live if you tell her about the electric and gas service to your Mount Pleasant community. Her interest in lighting began in 1999 when she was building her own house. “Park West was one of the first neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant to have natural gas, and I quickly … [Read more...]
Getting Better with Time: Coastal Dermatology
Denise Boyd has faced more hurdles than the average person in the past decade-and-a-half, and, though she’s managed to rise above them all, the medical and emotional issues that have punctuated her life since 2001 have taken a toll on her physical appearance. “A doctor once told me that all the medical problems I’ve had have added 10 years to my skin,” said Boyd. Late … [Read more...]
My Friend Jim Edwards: A Special Tribute
By Thomas F. Hartnett • Former U. S. Congressman The day after Christmas last year, the country lost a great patriot, the state lost a former governor and I lost a dear friend. I visited Jim Edwards one afternoon about two weeks before he passed away. I had spent a wonderful couple of hours with he and his wife, Ann, reminiscing about our years of “fighting the good … [Read more...]
Shem Creek’s New Hot Spot: Tavern & Table
I used to think that I loved meeting other writers. Not that it's changed – if any writers are out there reading this, look me up – but I've realized I love meeting any artist who is serious about his or her craft, food included. And when I met Katie Lorenzen-Smith, head chef at Shem Creek's new restaurant, Tavern & Table, I could tell right away that she is a passionate … [Read more...]