Juliette Gassert has always wanted to contribute in a meaningful way to society, to find a profession where she could help others make the most of their lives. Though she originally considered going into the business marketing field at the University of Maryland, she quickly decided that it wasn’t for her. It didn’t take long for her to find her place in the world. Since … [Read more...]
Banish Those Pesky Pounds SkinnyMe Weight Loss Clinic
From its humble beginning in the South Carolina upstate, SkinnyMe has quickly become one of the best known weight loss clinics, in the Palmetto state. Nancy Boulware, owner and CEO, turned her own struggles with weight, into a passion to help others become healthier, by shedding extra pounds. “I had tried every diet imaginable and just couldn’t lose weight successfully. … [Read more...]
Car Doors are Open For Business – Low Country Preowned
Mount Pleasant is known for many things – sunsets on Shem Creek, fascinating historical sites, unparalleled cuisine and being just a stone’s throw from some of the most beautiful beaches in the state. One thing it may not be known for is a great place to buy a used car. And while plenty of pre-owned cars are purchased here in town, it can be hard to compete with the … [Read more...]
Lowcountry Homes with Distinct Character: Crescent Homes
Building a beautiful new house can be an exciting time in your life, but it also can bring you headaches you never imagined would stand in the way of one day moving into the home of your dreams. There is a seemingly endless stream of decisions to make, options to research and subcontractors to vet. Is the sometimes complex construction process really worth all the … [Read more...]
Never a Normal Day in Local Sports: Local Sportscasters Share Stories
The lifestyle of being on-camera as a news anchor is probably not unlike what you might imagine: a bit of dolling up, the lights overhead, shorts and sandals out of view with a suit and tie above the counter and even the occasional public recognition while on your Costco run. However, what happens off-camera is far from the polish viewers see when tuning into their local … [Read more...]
A Diverse Community: Preschool of the Arts at Charleston Center for Jewish Life
Housed within the Charleston Center for Jewish Life, Preschool of the Arts is in its second year serving Mount Pleasant. The only Jewish preschool East of the Cooper River, it follows the Reggio Emilia approach to learning, a philosophy founded in Italy after World War II. With two classrooms, combining children ages 18 months to 36 months and 3 to 5 years, respectively, the … [Read more...]
Started on the Right Foot: Tami Dennis and the Mount Pleasant Track Club
Coaching a sports team is no easy task. It’s even more challenging when those you teach, nurture and encourage range in age from 5 to 18. Now make the number of athletes on the team a staggering 300 or so and you’re talking about some serious dedication. But for one local coach, it’s been her calling for most of her life and something she considers her greatest … [Read more...]
Making Their Communities Proud: Clemson and Carolina Football Players
There are kids who play sports in high school – and then there are high school athletes. The difference has less to do with their skills or love for the game but instead with the determination and sacrifice it takes to truly pursue excellence. For most, their time on the field ends on graduation day, having given it their all, enjoyed their time and hopefully, made memories to … [Read more...]
A Harvest of Harmonies: Get Your Fall Music Fix
Ah, music. At times it’s our connection to others and often our excuse to car-dance with wild abandon while we wait in traffic on the Ravenel Bridge. This fall, as the weather cools down, our concert calendar heats up. Catch acts that will leave you re-inspired and recharged. And, as you debate whether to purchase a ticket, I urge you to recall the pure joy that comes from … [Read more...]
Every Season is a New Chapter: Coaching College Football in South Carolina
While South Carolina may be well-known for its Lowcountry food and sprawling coastlines, the other not-so-secret gem is the talent that hits the field every Saturday during the highly anticipated college football season. For those four to five months – depending on the success of the team – nothing else matters; Saturdays are saved for tailgating and the various teams … [Read more...]