Month: August 2022

Lifestyle

Love Turtles, Tortoises, and Conservation? Join The Turtle and Tortoise Society of Charleston Today

August 17, 2022 by 0 Comments
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The Turtle and Tortoise Society of Charleston (TTSC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of proper husbandry and education about all turtles and tortoises.

We encourage the dissemination of information that will aid members in establishing and maintaining habitats that will ensure the health and growth of captive turtle populations. Whether your population consists of many varieties of turtles or a single common turtle, membership will ensure that you will have both written information and a variety of experiences that will help you keep your turtles and tortoises healthy and happy.

The Society also is actively pursuing conservation measures that will help in protecting wild turtle populations. The TTSC sponsors many activities including field trips and workshops on turtle care. Membership in society benefits both the turtle owner and the turtle.

Business

With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 820 Percent, Charleston, SC Based PunchListUSA Receives Ranking No. 774 Among America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

August 16, 2022 by 0 Comments
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CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Inc. revealed that PunchListUSA, the first real estate platform to digitize home inspection data for instant estimates and online ordering of home repair services, is No. 774 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.“This achievement is a true reflection of our team’s dedication to our customers and drive to innovate the market for home services,” said Min Alexander, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of PunchListUSA.

“On the heels of our oversubscribed Series A funding round, we’re continuing to execute on our mission to make homeownership more accessible for the 220 million homeowners in the United States.””Fostering strong relationships with homeowners and commercial partners through enhanced service delivery has been core to our rapid growth,” said Lora Helt, Chief Growth Officer of PunchListUSA.

“We’re thrilled to be among the nation’s fastest-growing companies and for the opportunity to expand nationwide.”The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid supply chain woes, labor shortages, and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Among the top 500, the average median three-year revenue growth rate soared to 2,144 percent.

Together, those companies added more than 68,394 jobs over the past three years.

Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found atwww.inc.com/inc5000.

The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, which will be available on August 23.

“The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated,” says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today.”

About PunchListUSA:

PunchListUSA is the first online real estate platform digitizing national home inspection data to create instant repair estimates and online service orders for homeowners, brokers, and institutional investors.The platform is powered by proprietary technology and property data to deliver home repair, renovation and lifecycle services at scale through innovative products, process automation and direct integration with industry partners. Exclusive inspection data access will power end-to-end home lifecycle services and product offerings to homeowners through the PunchListUSA marketplace in its next phase of growth.

PunchListUSA is based in Charleston, South Carolina with operations in 14 major U.S. cities. Investors include Sweetwater Private Equity, Morpheus Ventures, Home Depot Ventures, Second Century Ventures, Palm Drive Capital, the Bielsky Family Office, IDEA Fund Partners, Meeting Street Capital, Solo Capital Management, VentureSouth, and a significant real estate operator and investor.

For further information, please visit www.punchlistusa.com and PunchListUSA on LinkedIn.

CONTACT:   
Shannon Mullins
Sloane & Company
smullins@sloanepr.com

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000 Methodology Companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2018 to 2021. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2018. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2021. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2018 is $100,000; the minimum for 2021 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places. The top 500 companies on the Inc. 5000 are featured in Inc. magazine’s September issue. The entire Inc. 5000 can be found at http://www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Inc. The world’s most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including websites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent.

The associated Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visitwww.inc.com.

For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, visithttp://conference.inc.com/. 

Arts & Entertainment - Lifestyle

Debut Novel SUNSET IN THE LOWCOUNTRY: BOHICKET Navigates Middle Age with Self-Exploration and Humor

August 16, 2022 by 1 Comment
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Palmetto Publishing’s latest novel shows that there is indeed life—abundant life—for women over the age of fifty-five

Charleston, SC, Aug. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For far too long it has been assumed that women over the age of fifty-five just fade away. They buy wine, adopt cats, fight depression, or discreetly buy vibrators. The stars do not align for middle-aged women.

The world largely ignores these accomplished women who have endured five decades of education, work, marriage, divorce, the trials of motherhood, and years of celibacy. But being overlooked is decidedly not in Rosie’s future. After her divorce, Rosie is learning how to navigate middle age alone. She finds excitement on the small barrier island of Seabrook, just south of Charleston, with an attractive sailor whom she meets at Bohicket Marina. Before long, an old Yankee boyfriend reappears. Despite Rosie’s active love life, a gnawing feeling of depression and self-doubt lingers and manifests into a presence she calls The Hag.

The Hag is always belittling Rosie, leaving her feeling insecure. But Rosie has an ally in her pet Chihuahua, Hades, whose unconditional love empowers Rosie to make the most of life. Infused with humor and warmth, Sunset in the Lowcountry: Bohicket illustrates how with a little wit, self-exploration, and perhaps some vodka, women can survive—and even thrive—in middle age.

Sunset in the Lowcountry: Bohicket is available for purchase online at Amazon.com. 

For more information on the book and Margaret Simons, please visit any of her social media platforms.

About the Author:

A retired schoolteacher, Margaret Simons called the South Carolina Lowcountry home for thirty years. She raised her daughters in Mount Pleasant and taught at Charleston County Schools. She lives in Hartsville, South Carolina, with her husband and pet Chihuahua. Sunset in the Lowcountry: Bohicket is her first novel. 

Lifestyle - North Charleston, SC

Lowcountry Food Bank Announces its 2nd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger Let’s Unite to Feed the Lowcountry

August 16, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Charleston, SC — Lowcountry Food Bank announced today its 2nd Annual Walk to Fight Hunger, a family-friendly event that aims to bring awareness to hunger issues in coastal South Carolina and raise funds for Lowcountry Food Bank programs, including Senior Meals, Childhood Hunger programs, and fresh produce options for the community.

The Walk to Fight Hunger, presented by Charles River, will take place on Sunday, September 18 at Wannamaker Park in North Charleston. Individuals, companies, civic groups, schools, and churches are encouraged to put together fundraising walk teams and celebrate with the community at the event.

A variety of corporate sponsorship levels and volunteer opportunities are available through August 22, including Silver, Bronze, and Signage sponsorships. Sponsors to date are: Presenting Sponsor Charles River Labs, Apollon Wealth Management, Aramark, Benefitfocus, Berkeley Electric, Canebrake Construction, Crews Subaru, Google, Greystar, Humana Marketpoint, Jear Logistics, Motley Rice, Publix, MUSC, Nucor, Raymond James, Ruby Sunshine, Samet Corporation, SC Stingrays Hockey, Sea Island Builders, Stanley Martin Homes, and Sun Solutions. Live 5 News and WEZL Kindness Crews-Aide are the event Media Sponsors. Event sponsors are Brilliant Faces, Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, Charleston Southern University, Fleet Feet, Food Lion, Humana Healthy Horizons, Other Brother Entertainment, Panera Bread, and TURN90.

Community Partners are Charleston Animal Society, Charleston County Public Library, Charleston Moves, Green Heart Project, and Viva Chicken.

“The food insecurity rate remains high at more than 11% in the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina we serve. This is equivalent to 161,430 of our neighbors, of whom 45,540 are children,” said Nick Osborne, Lowcountry Food Bank President & CEO. “Our work to ensure that every neighbor who experiences food insecurity has equitable access to healthy food remains focused and strategic while we navigate economic inflationary issues, higher food and transportation costs, and food procurement challenges,” he said. “The need is still great to ensure our neighbors who face hunger can live a healthy life. We encourage our community to participate in the Walk this fall and learn a little more about hunger issues at the event.”

“For nearly 35 years, Charles River has operated in Charleston County. We are committed to ensuring our Lowcountry communities are healthy and thriving,” said Greg Marshall, CVP and General Manager, Charles River. “We are proud to sponsor the Walk to Fight Hunger again this year to continue to support the Lowcountry Food Bank in its mission to alleviate hunger in Coastal South Carolina.”

For more information about the Walk, please contact Lowcountry Food Bank Development Officer, Alexis Barbalace, at abarbalace@lcfbank.org or 843-747-8146, ext. 105.

To learn more about Lowcountry Food Bank, visit our website at lowcountryfoodbank.org.The Lowcountry Food Bank serves the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina and distributed more than 40 million pounds of food in 2021. The Lowcountry Food Bank helps fight hunger by distributing food to more than 250 partner agencies including on-site meal programs, homeless shelters and emergency food pantries.

The Lowcountry Food Bank advocates on behalf of those who experience hunger and helps empower people to make healthy and nutritious food choices. For more information, visit the Lowcountry Food Bank website.

Charles River provides essential products and services to help pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government agencies and leading academic institutions around the globe accelerate their research and drug development efforts. Our dedicated employees are focused on providing clients with exactly what they need to improve and expedite the discovery, early-stage development and safe manufacture of new therapies for the patients who need them.

To learn more about our unique portfolio and breadth of services, visit www.criver.com.

Food & Bev - Lifestyle

Charleston Daily Food Deals for Kids

August 15, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Our friends at Charleston with Kids have compiled a list of great Daily Deals where Kids Eat Cheap or Free!

Thank you for this wonderful list:

Monday:

  • 1/2 Off Chicken Hibachi at Charleston Distilling on Johns Island (3548 Meek’s Farm Rd, Johns Island, SC 29455)

Tuesday:

Wednesday:

  • Kids Eat Free on Wednesday at East Bay Deli
  • 1/2 Priced Burgers at Bohemian Bull on James Island (1531 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412)
  • Kids Eat Free after 4:00 PM with the purchase of an adult meal at Ms. Roses Fine Food in West Ashley (1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd, Charleston, SC 29407)

Thursday:

  • Kids Eat Free at Jalisco on James Island on Thursdays (1271 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412)
  • $4.00 Burgers on Thursdays at The Alley – Downtown Charleston (131 Columbus St, Charleston, SC 29403)
  • Kids Eat Free on Thursday at the West Ashley East Bay Deli (858 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407)
Lowcountry

South Carolina Federal Credit Union CEO awarded highest SC Civilian Honor by Governer McMaster

August 15, 2022 by 0 Comments

Governor Henry McMaster awarded Scott Woods, president, and CEO of South Carolina Federal Credit Union, with the Order of the Palmetto.

The Order of the Palmetto is South Carolina’s highest civilian honor and is presented in recognition of a lifetime of extraordinary achievement, service, and contributions to the state.

“A proud South Carolinian, Scott Woods has continuously put South Carolina and the Lowcountry first,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “Through his long list of charitable and volunteer work, Mr. Woods exemplifies what it means to be an Order of Palmetto Recipient, making it a privilege to recognize him for his contributions to South Carolina.”

Congratulations Scott, we are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments!

Lowcountry

MUSC Health works with DHEC to get word out about monkeypox and its vaccine

August 14, 2022 by 0 Comments
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As the number of monkeypox cases in South Carolina ticks up, doctors at MUSC Health are working with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control to alert the public and let people currently at higher risk of getting the virus know they may qualify for a vaccine.

Infectious diseases specialist Allison Eckard, M.D., said so far, the outbreak is mostly affecting men who have sex with men. “It’s contagious through close contact. People need to be cautious. If they are at high risk based on their sexual behavior, they should consider getting the vaccine as a prevention strategy.”

Dr. Allison Eckard
Dr. Allison Eckard

Eckard said monkeypox is not a sexually transmitted disease but one that can spread through skin-to-skin contact and respiratory droplets. And while men who have sex with men are considered at the highest risk, at least two children have caught the virus. One is a toddler in California, the other a baby from another country who, when tested, was traveling through Washington, D.C., according to ABC News. Both had monkeypox symptoms but are now in good health. Both are believed to have gotten the virus from men in their households.

Eckard, a professor in the College of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina and the director of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases with a joint position in Adult Infectious Diseases, said they probably won’t be the last children affected.

“We don’t really know, but monkeypox may expand more into the female population or within children through contacts, and then it could spread through households and day cares. Even if the fatality rate’s low and many of these kids won’t have severe disease, I think the risk is there, particularly in the younger children,” Eckard said.

“The concern is that it can cause severe disease in limited populations. Those include children less than 8 years old, pregnant women, people with skin conditions like eczema and immunocompromised individuals.”

But that’s not happening right now, at least not on any large scale, Eckard said. At the moment, men are the focus of DHEC’s monkeypox vaccine push. And they have to meet certain criteria:

  • Be age 18 or older.
  • Identify as a gay or bisexual man, trans man, transgender, gender-fluid or gender nonconforming individual who has sex with men.
  • Have had multiple male sexual contacts within the last two weeks.

DHEC has what it called a very limited supply of the vaccine, Jynneos. It has set up more than a dozen sites to vaccinate people who qualify. To make an appointment, call DHEC’s CareLine at 1-855-472-3432.

So what’s the scope of the virus so far? In South Carolina, not very big at this point. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s interactive map showed that as of July 27, South Carolina had 13 cases.

But a few states are already seeing much bigger numbers, including New York at 1,228 and California at 799. Our neighboring state of Georgia has 312 diagnosed monkeypox cases so far.

Eckard has been treating the first patient with monkeypox to arrive at MUSC Health and wanted people to know that its best-known symptom may not look like they expect. “People think it’ll be what they see on the news, these very distinctive, large monkeypox pox. And this outbreak does not look like that. They look like little pimples in a lot of cases that are easily missed or misdiagnosed,” Eckard said.

“My patient, for example, didn’t have any large or widespread lesions. He had two tiny pimple-like pox on his face, one on his chest, a couple on his thigh, a couple on the bottoms of his feet. They were all over. What I mean is that there weren’t very many, but they were in different places all over his body.”

She said people also need to be aware that monkeypox lesions go through four stages before they start healing. “Each of those stages looks like other very common rashes, such as shingles or the common pediatric virus called molluscum, and a variety of other things: scabies, insect bites, et cetera. And so I think that they are very underrecognized. People just don’t have monkeypox on their minds yet. But as we have more and more cases, and we start seeing the outbreak expand into other populations of patients, people will start realizing that they need to be thinking about monkeypox.”

Eckard said MUSC Health is alerting high-risk patients about the threat of monkeypox and considering setting up testing sites in coordination with DHEC. “Ideally, we would set up a testing site the same way we’ve done with COVID – where people, particularly individuals at higher risk of monkeypox, can drive through and have their lesions swabbed and the samples sent off to DHEC or another lab for testing.”

For now, she said those who think they have monkeypox should contact their doctors as a first step toward possibly getting tested. Eckard also encouraged people to check out the CDC’s monkeypox prevention steps, which state that people should:

  • Avoid close, skin-to-skin contact with anyone has a rash that looks like monkeypox.
  • Don’t touch the rash or scabs of a person with monkeypox.
  • Don’t kiss, hug, cuddle or have sex with someone with monkeypox.
  • Don’t share eating utensils or cups with a person with monkeypox.
  • Avoid handling or touching the bedding, towels or clothing of a person with monkeypox.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

As more people become aware of the need to take precautions, they may be wondering if monkeypox could become as big a threat as COVID. But it won’t, doctors say. DNA viruses such as monkeypox tend to be very stable and evolve slowly compared with RNA viruses such as the coronavirus. They also say we have the tools to contain monkeypox, according to a report in the New York Times.

But the virus is causing anxiety among young gay and bisexual men, in particular, right now, the Times also reported. Eckard wants them to know that MUSC Health, which offers a series of LGBTQ services, is there for them. “My goal is to provide the best health care that I can for all of my patients.”

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New Build Mt Pleasant, SC Restaurant & Bar (8K SQ FT Indoor/Outdoor seating) – Asking $599K

August 13, 2022 by 0 Comments
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New Build Mt. P Full Restaurant & Bar! Full Kitchen & Ready for new Concept!

This is the opportunity you have been waiting for! Get A LIKE NEW 2nd Gen Space for 1/2 Price in SC’s most coveted location…Mt. Pleasant!

This UPSCALE New Build is in the heart of Mt. Pleasant Shopping, Lodging, and Dining Hub! This beautiful restaurant is turnkey and ready for a multitude of concepts. The recent build out was over $1mm! You can own this new, modern, beautiful, and state of the art restaurant for half of what is cost to build!

*Full Outdoor bar & Dining!
*Close to Big Boxes like Whole Foods
*Ample & accessible Bike Rack for Bike Parking
*4000 sq. ft. indoor and 4000 sq. ft outdoor!
* Draft beer system
*Rent only $6500 all in
*Seats approx. 200+ In/Out
*Loads of On-Site Parking
*National On-Site Anchors to draw from
*Walk In Cooler
*1000 Gallon Grease Trap
*Heart of Mt P Business, Shopping, Residence, and Dining Districts
*One of the Highest Income Demographics in South Carolina
*Location Second to None
*Sales Pro-Rated at $2mm+ for 2022
*Owners must sell for personal reasons (to be disclosed at the appropriate time)
*Very Few Opportunities like this in Charleston Area
*2nd Generation Space that is this new is very rare!!
*Avoid impact fees and permitting get this Beautiful & Like New 2nd Gen Space!!
*Long Term Lease in Place
*All equipment is the latest and greatest in industry standards
*It’s like getting a brand new restaurant for 1/2 the Price
*State of Art POS and Electronics
*Beautiful Big Bar Area
*Great Outdoor Dining Environment
*Turn Key and Ready for New Owner
*Fully Stocked and Equipped Kitchen
*Pride of Ownership Runs Through this Beautiful Restaurant
Priced to Sell at $649k 
Qualified and serious inquiries only, please!
Listing # 8000MS

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Buyer to verify all information prior to purchase.

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Location: Mount Pleasant, SC

Business Website:https://pacificrestaurantbrokers.com/

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Food & Bev - Lowcountry - Summerville & Goose Creek, SC

Local Lowcountry Coffee Truck, Hurricane Coffee Company is selflessly giving back to the community in a quiet but profound way

August 13, 2022 by 0 Comments
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We love our food trucks.

They are convenient, offer diverse selections, complement every festival and event, and are a vital part of our Lowcountry culture.

Sometimes, without us knowing, they are doing a little bit more to give back to the community and show us how much they care.

Local Coffee Truck, Hurricane Coffee Company, known as the “Storm Chaser” is offering support for the homeless, potential victims of human trafficking, and those silently suffering from mental health issues.

On their coffee truck, you will see this sign. It speaks volumes. If you see them parked in Summerville, Goose Creek, or anywhere around the Lowcountry, thank them with a smile, thumbs up, hug, or just that secret wink.

Lowcountry

Better Homes & Gardens Celebrates 100 Years

August 12, 2022 by 0 Comments
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COMMEMORATIVE SEPTEMBER ISSUE FEATURES DEBUT OF REFRESHED LOOK

FOUR COVERS FEATURE CAKE RECIPES FROM CULINARY ICONS INA GARTEN, CARLA HALL, PADMA LAKSHMI AND JACQUES PÉPIN

NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — One of the longest continuously published magazines in America, Dotdash Meredith’s Better Homes & Gardens celebrates 100 years as the leading authority on home, garden, and lifestyle. This brand milestone will be commemorated in a special September double issue, on newsstands on August 12.

BHG September 2022 Covers
BHG September 2022 Covers

Launched in 1922, BHG has continuously evolved over the last century, and this year is no exception with enhancements and new brand initiatives across channels. The September issue marks the debut of a refreshed editorial design and logo, as well as an elevated print product with a larger trim size and upgraded paper. Today, the iconic media brand reaches a monthly audience of over 43 million* with a robust, multi-platform presence across print, digital and social as well as highly successful licensing partnerships and a newly-launched podcast.

BHG’s Editor in Chief Stephen Orr said, “Since our very first issue in 1922, BHG has been helping our audience make their homes and lives better. While the brand and the magazine have continued to evolve, we have always remained true to our brand’s original mission of ‘inspiring better living.’ We’re honored to have been a part of our audience’s lives throughout a century of change, and we look forward to continuing to inform and inspire for another 100 years.”

The September issue reflects on the evolution of home and garden trends from the last century and looks ahead to the future with the “BHG 100,” a list of the people, ideas, and products moving us forward in the 21st century. To celebrate this milestone, BHG enlisted culinary icons and friends of the brand Ina Garten, Carla Hall, Padma Lakshmi and Jacques Pépin to share their favorite special occasion cake recipes, which are featured on four separate covers of the September issue.

Mélanie Berliet, SVP & Group GM of Home & Design at Dotdash Meredith said, “This year has been an extraordinary one for BHG. With the introduction of our new podcast “The Better Buy,” our incredible June cover withHarry Styles, thriving licensing partnerships with Walmart and Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, and the release of a special anniversary edition of the iconic ‘New Cook Book’ later this year, the brand continues to adapt and meet our audience wherever they are.”

To find out more about the September covers, including recipes for all four cakes, visit BHG.com/100Years. The September issue of Better Homes & Gardens hits newsstands on Friday, August 12 and all four covers will be available for purchase on Magazines.com.

*2022 comScore Multi-Platform © MRI-Simmons (05-22/F21) + July 2022 Social Numbers

ABOUT BETTER HOMES & GARDENS
Better Homes & Gardens serves, connects and inspires readers who infuse color and creativity into each aspect of their lives. BHG fuels our readers’ passions to live a more colorful life through stunning visuals, a balance of substance and surface and a blend of expert and reader ideas. Better Homes & Gardens is part of the Dotdash Meredith publishing family.

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