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We are so proud to announce that 3 Charleston, South Carolina area businesses have been selected to the Yelp Top 100 Local Businesses for 2024. Each of these business have distinguished themselves as top in class for customer service, quality and community. Congratulations to Candlefish, Wild Blue Ropes Adventure Park and Charleston Harbor Veterinarians.
1. Candlefish (270 King St, Charleston, SC 29401) – This business was listed in the Home Decor category.
2. Wild Blue Ropes Adventure Park (1595 Highland Ave, Charleston, SC 29412 / James Island) – This business was included in the Kids Activities category.
It’s worth noting that these businesses were recognized for their excellence in their respective categories, demonstrating Charleston’s diverse and thriving local business scene. The list aims to showcase businesses that not only provide great products or services but also play an important role in fostering community connections and growth.
Breeze Airways has debuted new service from Charleston to New Hampshire’s Manchester-Boston Regional Airport.
The seasonal service flies on Mondays and Fridays.
“As we continue to grow from Charleston we are happy to be connecting our Guests in the Lowcountry with more great travel options with Breeze’s premium product,” said Breeze Airways’ President Tom Doxey in a news release. “We see, and have seen more opportunities for growth from CHS and we look forward to bringing more destinations with Breeze’s added affordability, convenience and ease.”
Breeze offers customers both bundled and a la carte options known as Nice, Nicer and, on flights operated with the Airbus A220-300, according to the release. The Nicer bundle includes a checked bag and carry-on as well as a premium economy seat in its “extra legroom” section. The Nicest bundle includes two checked bags, priority boarding and Breeze Ascent — the carrier’s inflight experience featuring 2×2 recliner seating and complimentary snacks and beverages, including alcohol.
Here are 4 new restaurants to keep your eye on that are set to open in Charleston, South Carolina in July 2024:
The HeyDay: Located in Hayes Park, Johns Island, this farm-to-table restaurant will feature fresh seafood and local produce, with menu development by “Top Chef” alum Emily Hahn. This concept is brought to you by the team at Island Provisions. Follow on Instagram.
Heavy’s Barburger: Opening a second location on Daniel Island (891 Island Park Dr, Charleston, SC 29492), offering smashburgers, salads, wings, and more. Follow on Instagram.
The Select: An Atlanta-based eatery opening in Cannonborough Elliotborough, featuring Lowcountry and signature dishes, a raw bar, and live entertainment. The restaurant will be located at 465 Meeting St suite 120, Charleston, SC 29403. Follow on Instagram.
Whit’s Frozen Custard: Located on James Island (1989 Maybank Hwy, Charleston, SC 29412), offering fresh frozen custard and various toppings.
Whit’s Frozen Custard of Charleston, SC offers our community a taste of happiness! We are excited to open our doors and look forward to proudly making our freshly made frozen custard every day, all day. And whether you create your own flavor with a sundae, milkshake, float, or our famous Whitser, or enjoy a scoop of vanilla, chocolate, or our weekly or daily flavor, we promise you the freshest, supreme frozen treat experience that we simply call a “smile in a cup.”
You’ll also enjoy our to-go freezer for Whitties (our sandwiches made with cookies baked fresh in our store!), quarts, cakes, and other special take-home treat selections! Follow on Instagram.
Award-winning sports bar continues extraordinary growth in 2024
DALLAS (June 25, 2024) – After conquering the worlds of commercial real estate and hospitality, Josh Baltes is now diving into the world of ice-cold beers, legendary scratch-made food and scenic views – by signing an area development agreement to open sixTwin Peaks Restaurants.
Baltes plans to open sports lodges throughout the southeastern U.S., including markets such as Charleston, S.C., Mobile, Ala., Savannah, Ga. and the Florida Panhandle. The first location in Charleston, SC is scheduled to open by the end of 2025.
“I couldn’t be more excited to be a part of the Twin Peaks team,” said Baltes. “I’m looking forward to bringing the ultimate sports bar experience to more guests in the Southeast.”
Having developed eight hotel projects for major hospitality brands, Baltes now serves as president of Lighthouse Hospitality Group, Inc., an approved developer and operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Intercontinental Hotel Group and Marriott.
“Since 1995, I’ve gained diverse experience in commercial real estate and the hospitality sector,” said Baltes. “I made a conscious decision to immerse myself in the hospitality industry, working my way up from entry-level positions to executive roles. This hands-on approach has given me invaluable insights into the business.”
In Q1 of this year, Twin Peaks opened four new lodges: Boardman, Ohio; Guadalajara, Mexico; and Doral, Fla.; and Naples, Fla. The brand surpassed the 100-unit milestone last year and is currently nearing 115. With Baltes on board, the Twin Peaks team is looking forward to expanding its footprint to several other markets.
Even more lodges are in the pipeline, as Twin Peaks signed two other area development agreements in Q1. Veteran franchisee Joe Nolan signed an ADA to open 10 new franchised lodges across the Philadelphia area, and investor and entrepreneur James Cha agreed to open three new franchised lodges in the Denver area in the coming years.
“Our rapid growth is a testament to how much our fans love the Twin Peaks experience,” said CEO Joe Hummel. “With passionate entrepreneurs like Josh at the helm, our sports bars will continue to thrive from coast to coast.”
Founded in 2005 in the Dallas suburb of Lewisville, Twin Peaks is nearing 115 locations in the U.S. and Mexico. Twin Peaks is the ultimate sports lodge featuring made-from-scratch food and the coldest beer in the business, surrounded by scenic views and wall-to-wall TVs. At every Twin Peaks, guests are immediately welcomed by a friendly Twin Peaks Girl and served up a menu made for MVPs. From its smashed and seared-to-order burgers to its in-house smoked brisket and wings, guests can expect menu items capable of satisfying every appetite. To learn more about franchise opportunities, visittwinpeaksfranchise.com. For more information, visittwinpeaksrestaurant.com.
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (June 25, 2024) – Aventus, a leading player in the direct-to-consumer (DTC), ecommerce industry, is proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary this July. Founded by Josh Royal, Aventus has grown into a thriving enterprise that now employs over 500 people globally, significantly impacting the local job market in Charleston.
Royal’s journey is a testament to perseverance and determination. A high school dropout with a broken family life, he defied all odds to build Aventus into a successful business that services over 100 DTC brands, including notable names such as Burt’s Bees Baby and Hexclad, endorsed by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.
Under Royal’s leadership, Aventus has not only grown its business but also fostered a positive impact on the Charleston community. Hosting numerous industry events, the company has contributed to the local economy and created numerous job opportunities, solidifying Charleston’s reputation as a vibrant business hub.
Founder – Josh Royal
Royal’s success story extends beyond the business realm. He has cultivated a young, healthy family of his own and dedicated himself to giving back to the community. Through annual initiatives such as back-to-school drives, Aventus donates thousands of dollars to support local families and children, demonstrating a commitment to social responsibility and community development.
“We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved over the past decade,” said Royal. “Our success is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our team, and the support of the Charleston community. We look forward to continuing to grow and give back in the years to come.”
As Aventus celebrates this significant milestone, the company remains focused on innovation and community engagement, aiming to set new benchmarks in the industry and contribute positively to Charleston’s growth.
For more information about Aventus and their 10-year anniversary celebrations, visit www.aventus.com.
MSC USA is proud to announce the groundbreaking of its new office in Charleston, South Carolina. The ceremony, attended by MSC’s CEO, Soren Toft, underscores Charleston’s pivotal role in MSC USA’s operations since 1993. Recognized for its strategic port location, Charleston serves as a key gateway to the Atlantic Ocean and global markets, making it an ideal hub for its activities.
Charleston has been instrumental in MSC USA’s growth, transforming from an office with just two employees to a major operational center with 497 staff members. The city’s rich talent pool, exceptional work-life balance, and business-friendly environment have been crucial in this expansion. Despite challenges such as increased cost-of-living and traffic, Charleston remains a top location for MSC USA employees, thanks to its blend of professional opportunities and quality of life.
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The new office, to be named after the late Jerry Baldwin, a key figure in Charleston’s maritime community, will expand MSC USA’s capacity significantly. The existing office, built in 2009, accommodates 383 employees. The new facility will add space for 137 more, bringing the total to 520 by late summer 2025. This expansion marks the transition from a single office to an MSC campus, reflecting the maturity and importance of the Charleston office within MSC USA’s network.
The new building will host many corporate functions, including Bids and Tenders, Business Transformation, Procurement, Customer Experience, and Marine Operations. It will also house 80% of MSC USA’s Finance Department. This expansion is a testament to the high level of development achieved by the Charleston office, solidifying its role as an essential pillar of MSC USA’s operations and its future growth.
MSC USA looks forward to continuing its investment in Charleston, enhancing its services, and contributing to the region’s development and prosperity for many years to come.
Here are some of the best places to find megalodon and other shark teeth in Charleston, SC:
1. Morris Island: Known for its abundance of shark teeth and fossils, including megalodon teeth.
2. Folly Beach: Particularly the south side of the Folly Beach Pier. This area is especially good during winter months when there are fewer tourists, and after dredging which stirs up fossils.
3. Crab Bank in Mount Pleasant: Accessible by kayak from Shem Creek, this small island is good for finding shark teeth at low tide. It is a protected bird sanctuary, so there are periods of the year it is off limits. Please research ahead of time on accessibility.
4. Drum Island: Great for finding small- to medium-sized shark teeth.
5. Summerville area: Known for yielding shark teeth in construction sites and areas where fill dirt has been brought in from Summerville.
6. Ashley River: Searching the banks at the very top of the river can be productive.
For guided experiences, companies like Charleston Outdoor Adventures offer fossil hunting tours to Morris Island, where you can search for megalodon teeth and other fossils with expert guidance[6].
Remember that for megalodon teeth specifically, you may need a hobby license if you are searching below low tide mark, which costs $5.00 for in-state and $10.00 for out of state – Click HERE for license application.
BEAUFORT, S.C., June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Gallopade International, distributor of Carole Marsh Books has announced the release of The Mystery of the Haunted Library book series, starring COCONUT, the author’s own real-life rescue dog, now available at gallopade.com.
Coconut, now seven, was found on the streets of Charleston, South Carolina, at four weeks old, four pounds, lost, alone, no color, no tag, and having seizures. A vet found Coconut, nursed her back to health and, via the rescue Noah’s Ark, made her way south to her forever home with children’s book author Carole Marsh.
Coconut, the rescue pup, stars in “The Mystery of the Haunted Library” series by Carole Marsh!
“It was meant to be that someday I would find a home for Coconut in my books,” says the author from her writing studio in downtown Beaufort, South Carolina. “I actually rescued Coconut to be a companion to my husband, who had Parkinson’s Disease. When he insisted, ‘that little runt is NOT my dog!’, I realized she was mine, and indeed, after his death, she was my closest and constant companion.”
In The Mystery of the Haunted Library series, a graphic novel chapter book with embedded narrative non-fiction, Coconut serves as the furry sidekick to the kids who solve mysteries in some of the world’s greatest libraries. From a home base at fictional Spanish Moss School (the librarian, Ms. Bogus, is pretty mysterious herself), four students, plus the author and her dog, travel to a different famous library on a mission, encountering mystery, learning facts, and foiling foes.
“Coconut was born to be a book character!” says her owner. “She is my muse and my amusement. Patiently sleeps beneath my desk as I write. Goes on school visits with me. It is great fun to write her dialogue. I can pretty much read her mind!”
The multi-award-winning author has garnered accolades for her prior series, which appeal to young readers ages 7-12. Her goal is to instill a love of reading, an appreciation of collaboration to solve problems, and a fascination with historical facts. Even the addition of Coconut has a serious bent.
“At a time when kids are under stress, a book can be a real companion,” insists the author. “And the addition of a lively, lovable dog adds a comforting kind of charm and comedy that nothing else can!”
Marsh’s current readers are well aware that she is a real author, the books are based in real places they can visit, and that Coconut is a real dog. “I guess Coconut will get fan mail now,” she says. “I know she will answer it!”
Artist Lee Barrow, a Savannah School of Art and Design graduate, designer, and illustrator, brings the places and characters to life. “It has been so much fun to draw Coconut,” he says. “She loves to pose, and you can just tell what she is going to say!”
As the series premiers, the author reflects on her almost 50 years as a writer: “Now, more than ever, children need worthy books that combine literature with graphics that compel them to love to read as well as listen to stories. As we audiotape the books, I can’t wait to see what Coconut sounds like! I know her bark way too well!”
The first five books of The Mystery of the Haunted Library series were released on June 1, just in time for summer reading and back-to-school, and the sixth book will be released later in the summer. Carole Marsh is also the author of The Mystery at Biltmore House, The Mystery on Hilton Head Island, The Mystery at Fort Sumter, and Tell Me Again How You Rescued Me. Marsh’s books are available for purchase on Amazon, area bookstores, and directly from Gallopade and other educational and library distributors. For further information, go to gallopade.com, carolemarshbookclub.com, or you can contact the author directly at carole@gallopade.com.
Nation’s first commercial-scale battery direct recycling manufacturing facility establishes disruptive technology in the United States
CHESTER COUNTY, S.C. and PRINCETON, N.J. , June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Princeton NuEnergy (PNE), a global leader in lithium-ion battery direct recycling, today broke ground on the nation’s first commercial-scale lithium-ion battery direct recycling facility. When complete, annual production is estimated at more than 10,000 tpa of battery-grade cathode material, equivalent to producing more than 100,000 batteries for EVs each year.
(L) Dr. Xiaofang Yang, Joe Branham, Dr. Chao Yan, Secretary Lightsey, Dr. Bruce Koel, Peng Zhao, Janet Robertson, Stephen Snyder (R)
“We are pleased to welcome Princeton NuEnergy to Chester County and South Carolina. The company’s new operation will have a significant impact in the community by creating 41 new jobs and advancing our state’s alternative energy sector”, stated Governor Henry McMaster.
Developed from research started at Princeton University, PNE’s patented, low-temperature, plasma-assisted separation process (LPAS™) recovers more than 95 percent of lithium-ion materials found in all lithium-ion battery chemistries. PNE’s direct recycling process is significantly cleaner, faster, and less costly than traditional recycling or virgin cathode production.
Results from Argonne National Lab’s EverBatt model highlight that direct recycling of batteries to pristine OEM-equivalent cathode can deliver reductions up to 40 percent in cost and 70 percent in environmental waste. Direct recycling fundamentally improves battery manufacturing by reducing water consumption, eliminating toxic acid leaching, avoiding refining emissions and reducing CO2 emissions by up to 158,000 tonnes per annum (tpa) at 10,000 tpa production levels vs. cathode produced from virgin materials.
Today is a national milestone for America’s circular battery economy and brings the research incubated at Princeton University to market,” said Dr. Chao Yan, PNE’s founder and CEO. “South Carolina is an ideal location to lead the battery recycling revolution.”
A circular battery economy means materials stay in-country, from genesis to end-of-life recycling and remanufacturing. Battery feedstock comes from various consumer goods and industrial sources, including mobile phones and computers, batteries from children’s toys, electric vehicles, and industrial energy storage facilities.
Today’s announcement follows PNE closing a Series A round at $30 million, following investor demand for this substantially 50% over-subscribed round, adding Samsung Venture Investment Corporation as a strategic investor, and being listed by Time Magazine to “America’s Top Greentech Companies 2024”.
About Princeton NuEnergy Princeton NuEnergy (PNE) is the leader in lithium-ion battery direct recycling, furthering America’s circular battery economy. Founded at Princeton University and named to Time Magazine’s“America’s Top Greentech Companies 2024” list, PNE is revolutionizing the critical materials supply chain with its patented direct recycling technology for lithium-ion batteries. PNE’s patented low-temperature plasma-assisted separation process (LPAS™) produces battery-grade cathode and anode materials suitable for direct reintroduction into cell manufacturing with reductions of up to 40 percent in cost and 70 percent in the environmental footprint over conventional methods. The company has received over $55 million in grants and strategic and venture funding, including investments from Honda Motor Co, Ltd., LKQ Corporation, Samsung Venture Investment Corporation, Wistron Corporation, and the U.S. Department of Energy. For more information, visit www.pnecycle.com.
Are you thinking about helping a furry companion find a “furever” home. We want to spotlight three resources that are truly doing wonderful things in the Lowcountry to help you find your “purrfect” match. We are grateful for Charleston Animal Society, Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary and Pet Helpers for working tirelessly to ensure all our Lowcountry cats and dogs have the love they deserve.
Charleston Animal Society (2455 Remount Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406) offers adoptable pets at their main shelter and at three area Petco locations. They also have adoption events at PetSmart stores and community events. Their adoption center is open daily, with dogs, cats, and other pets available. Click HERE for a current list of the animals available for adoption.
Charleston Animal Society offers various adoption fees depending on the type and age of the pet:
Dogs:
Large breeds: $95-$100
Small breed dogs: $125-$250
Pure breed dogs: $125-$250
Puppies: $125-$250
Cats:
Adult cats: $50 (onsite and offsite)
Specialty breed cats: $150 (onsite and offsite)
Kittens:
– Regular kittens: $125 (onsite and offsite)
– Specialty breed kittens: $150 (onsite and offsite)
These adoption fees include spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, a bag of Science Diet food, and heartworm testing for dogs 6 months or older. For dogs that test positive for heartworms, the society will perform treatment at no additional cost to the adopter[2][3].
It’s worth noting that the shelter occasionally runs promotions with reduced or waived adoption fees, especially during busy periods like summer. Potential adopters should check the Charleston Animal Society website or contact them directly for the most current adoption fee information and any ongoing promotions.
Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary (5604 New Rd, Hollywood, SC 29449) near Charleston, South Carolina provides adoptions for dogs and cats, including older animals and those with special needs. They require an application process and vet references to ensure good matches.
Their mission statement is “To provide a compassionate safe-haven with quality food and medical care for dogs and cats; a temporary home for those able to be adopted and a forever home for those in need. Our dog shelter and cat shelter near Charleston, SC is a haven for animals and our organization strives to be a safe home for dogs and cats in need of adoption. If you are interested in adopting a dog or a cat, come visit us.”
Click HERE for information on the adoption process and the current list of dogs and cats available.
Pet Helpers (1447 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412) operates a no-kill shelter in Charleston offering dog and cat adoptions. They also provide low-cost spay/neuter services and other community programs to help keep pets in homes.
Click HERE to learn more about how you can adopt or foster through Pet Helpers today.
These organizations typically include vaccinations, spay/neuter, and microchipping with adoptions. Adoption fees vary but generally range from $95-$250 for dogs depending on age and breed[1]. The adoption process may take a few days to over a week as the shelters aim to make good matches between pets and families.
By adopting from these local shelters and rescues, you can save an animal’s life while finding a new companion. The organizations work to match pets with suitable homes based on lifestyle and needs.
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