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Christian Brothers Automotive Summits Major Milestone with 300th Location Right Here in Charleston, SC (Folly Road)

October 24, 2024 by 0 Comments
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People-First Automotive Repair Franchise Launches Brand-Wide Campaign to Celebrate its Growth

Charleston, SC (October 23, 2024) – Christian Brothers Automotive (CBA), leading automotive repair franchise, proudly announced today the opening of its 300th location on Folly Road in Charleston, South Carolina. This significant milestone comes as the brand continues to grow its nationwide presence, fueled by a dedication to delivering honest and trustworthy automotive services.

Conveniently located at 1475 Folly Road, the new shop is owned and operated by Jake Reedy and his wife, Kara, who are first-time franchise owners yet no strangers to the brand. Jake began his journey with CBA as a Service Writer at the Grand Parkway location, where he spent nine years serving guests and their vehicles. His commitment and leadership acumen earned him positions at the CBA Home Office as a Franchise Performance Coach and later as Manager of Franchise Operators. Now, Jake is poised to bring his experience and dedication to the Charleston community with the opening of his own shop.

“Opening the 300th Christian Brothers Automotive location is an honor and the highlight of my journey with this incredible brand,” added Jake Reedy, Franchise Owner of CBA Folly Road. “What started as a job grew into a passion for serving people and their cars with honesty and excellence. Now, I’m thrilled to bring that same commitment to Charleston and make a lasting impact in our community.”

To celebrate the 300th location milestone, CBA is launching a special campaign across all its shops. For the first 300 business hours that the Folly Road location is open, the CBA Foundationwill donate $1 to TechForce, a 501(c)(3) non-profit and network supporting technicians to and through their careers, for every oil change purchased at any CBA location nationwide. In addition, in celebration of the brand’s 42 years of service, 42 shop team members will each win $300 through a random selection process.

“Reaching 300 locations is more than just a milestone—it’s a testament to the trust our guests place in us and the passion that drives franchisees like Jake Reedy,” shared Donnie Carr, President and CEO of CBA. “Jake’s journey, from Service Writer to corporate employee to franchise owner, embodies the opportunities Christian Brothers Automotive creates for growth and leadership. This achievement is not just about expanding; it’s about proving that integrity and top-notch service can transform lives, businesses, and an entire industry. And we’re just getting started.”

Offering transparent service recommendations and an industry-leading warranty, the Folly Road shop provides a variety of professional automotive care services from simple upkeep and repairs to preventative maintenance. Additionally, guests can enjoy a comprehensive range of amenities to enhance the customer experience, including: 3-year / 36,000 Mile Warranty – whichever occurs last; complimentary shuttle rides; free courtesy check with every repair; comfortable and clean waiting room; complimentary Wi-Fi and beverages, and more.

Founded in Mission Bend, Texas in 1982, Christian Brothers Automotive has redefined the auto care experience. Ranked #1 by J.D. Power for Customer Satisfaction among Aftermarket Full-Service Maintenance and Repair Providers five times in a row*, the brand’s priority is to create a positive experience for every guest. From oil changes to complex engine diagnostics, Christian Brothers Automotive adheres to the principle, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” and exhibits this commitment through its people-first approach to car care. 

CBA Folly Road will be open Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. and is closed on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, please visit cbac.com/folly-road or call (854) 842-3552. Follow us on Facebook for the latest news and trends.

About Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation

Dedicated to its brand mission “To love your neighbor as yourself,” Christian Brothers Automotive has firmly planted its roots in faith and honesty, which have set it apart in the auto services and repair industry. Standing out from the competition, Christian Brothers Automotive ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Aftermarket Full-Service Maintenance and Repair Providers by J.D. Power five times in a row.*

With its guiding principles instilled from the very first location in 1982, Christian Brothers Automotive has successfully expanded to more than 295 locations across 30 states. The Houston-based company delivers a variety of professional auto-care experiences including upkeep, maintenance, and repair. 

*Christian Brothers received the highest score for aftermarket full-service maintenance and repair in the J.D. Power 2019, 2021-2024 Aftermarket Service Index (ASI) Satisfaction Studies of customer satisfaction with automotive aftermarket service providers. Visit jdpower.com/awards.

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Charleston Parks Conservancy Community Gardens – Learn more about them and how to become a part of the green tribe

October 23, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Charleston Parks Conservancy is dedicated to enhancing the natural beauty of Charleston, notably through its three strategically located community gardens. These gardens, supported by volunteers and urban farmers, provide fresh produce to local residents and those in need. Discover more about these vital community spaces and learn how you can contribute to this environmentally impactful initiative. Join us in making a difference!

Click HERE to join the waitlist

Magnolia Park and Community Garden – 720 Magnolia Road, Charleston, SC 29407

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Medway Park and Community Garden – 2069 Medway Road, Charleston, SC 29412

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Corrine Jones Park – 36 Marlowe Drive, Charleston, SC 29403

Source link: Charleston Parks Conservancy

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South Carolina Aquarium High School Intern Program – Now Accepting Applications

October 22, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Do you know a high schooler eager to make waves for their future? Applications for the South Carolina Aquarium High School Intern Program are open NOW until November 1!

This is a unique opportunity for 11th grade students to gain hands-on experiences with animals, explore ocean science, develop valuable leadership skills and grow alongside our experts. Now in its 22nd year, this program has connected innumerable students to water, wildlife and wild places — don’t miss this opportunity to help a teen launch their career in the world of marine education and guest experience.

Click HERE to complete the application.

South Carolina Aquarium Official Website

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South Carolina Ports Sees 8% Volume Increase as Leatherman Terminal Reopens, Imports Grow

October 22, 2024 by 0 Comments
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CHARLESTON, SC — OCT. 22, 2024 — With Leatherman Terminal working ships once again and a surge of imports moving through the Port of Charleston last month, South Carolina Ports saw September volumes increase 8% year-over-year.

South Carolina Ports, alongside ILA partners, handled 214,558 TEUs and 118,306 pier containers in September, up 8% and 7% respectively from a year ago. Loaded imports were up 14% from last year as shippers moved more goods ahead of the short-term work stoppage in early October.

For the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, the port handled 638,000 TEUs and 352,803 pier containers, reflecting a 5% increase from the same period last year.

“By delivering reliable, productive and consistent port service, SC Ports strives to be shippers’ preferred gateway to the Southeast,” SC Ports President and CEO Barbara Melvin said.

The reopening of Leatherman Terminal brings an additional 700,000 TEUs and a 1,400-foot berth back online at the Port of Charleston, adding critical capacity, flexibility and fluidity to the U.S. East coast port market.

Since reopening late last month, eight ships have worked at Leatherman Terminal, including a weekly first-in-Asia service from ZIM.

“This weekly service is the first of many to come, and we celebrate seeing cargo moving through the terminal once again,” Melvin said. “The reopening of Leatherman Terminal makes our entire port system more competitive in the Southeast port market.”

SC Ports’ two rail-served inland ports continue to provide critical rail service between the Port of Charleston and inland markets. In September, Inland Port Greer handled 15,133 rail moves, up 3% from last year. For the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, the inland ports handled a combined 58,289 rail moves, a 6% increase from the same period last year.

SC Ports also saw 15,223 vehicles and 18,149 cruise passengers move across the docks in September.

About South Carolina Ports

South Carolina Ports owns and operates marine terminals at the Port of Charleston and two rail-served inland ports in Greer and Dillon. As the 8th largest U.S. container port, SC Ports connects port-dependent businesses throughout the Southeast and beyond to global markets. SC Ports proactively invests in infrastructure ahead of demand to provide reliable service, efficient operations, cargo capacity, an expansive rail network and the deepest harbor on the East Coast at 52 feet. SC Ports is a vital economic engine for South Carolina, with port operations supporting 1 in 9 jobs statewide. Learn more: scspa.com.

Source Link: SC Port Authority

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Biltmore Announces Plans to Reopen for the Holiday Season and Continued Relief Efforts

October 22, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Thanks to the incredible work of so many generous people, recovery is happening all around the Biltmore property and surrounding areas. Biltmore plans to reopen and celebrate the joy of the holiday season together during Christmas at Biltmore, beginning November 2, 2024.

Read more about impacts to the estate as well as our $2 million pledge to provide immediate localized support via our newly established Biltmore Relief Fund for WNC.

Biltmore Official Website

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The Citadel Athletic Director Mike Capaccio to retire (Charleston, SC)

October 22, 2024 by 0 Comments
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After thirteen years at The Citadel, the last six years as Director of Athletics, Mike Capaccio announced his retirement as athletics director today. Capaccio has spent more than 40 years in college athletics as a player, coach, fundraiser and athletic director.  A national search for a replacement will begin soon, with Capaccio staying on through the selection, hiring and onboarding of a replacement. Given his strong background in development and athletics, Capaccio will then transition to a role as a Senior Advisor to The Citadel President for Athletic Fundraising.

“I have greatly enjoyed my time at The Citadel, first at our foundation and then as the athletic director,” said Capaccio. “It has been an honor to work with the cadets, students, coaches and fans as our teams have competed across all our sports. We have laid the foundation for success in every program and I look forward to attending games and cheering for the Bulldogs for many years.” 

Capaccio started his college athletics career as a basketball player at the University of Mary in North Dakota. Later he coached the Indian Hills (Iowa) Community College basketball team to three straight junior college national championships. He previously served as the interim Athletic Director at The Citadel, coming over from The Citadel Foundation where he was the Vice President for Athletic Development. Prior to that he was the CEO of the Brunswick (N.C.) Community College Foundation and served as the Athletic Director at UNC Wilmington.

“I want to thank Mike for his tireless dedication to The Citadel and his passion for our teams and athletes,” said The Citadel President, Gen. Glenn M. Walters, USMC (Ret.), ‘79. “Mike has had a role in recruiting topnotch coaches, renovating Johnson Hagood Stadium, raising funds for athlete scholarships, and navigating a dynamic college sports landscape far different than when he started out as a college athlete. The Citadel family is grateful for his leadership.”

In just the last three years, Capaccio helped identify and recruit to campus new head coaches in football, basketball and baseball among other sports. He is currently leading an effort to raise money to rebuild the East Side Stands at Johnson Hagood Stadium. He has also been active in using The Citadel’s athletic facilities to host widely attended community events that benefit Charleston.

Source link: The Citadel Today

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The College of Charleston welcomes a new Dean of Admissions

October 22, 2024 by 0 Comments
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The College of Charleston welcomes its new dean of admissions, Trish Priest, to campus.

The College of Charleston welcomes its new dean of admissions, Trish Priest, to campus. 

“The entire Charleston community is excited to welcome Trish to the College,” says Jimmie Foster, vice president of enrollment planning. ”During our national search for our next dean of admissions, she stood out among a very talented pool of candidates.”

Priest comes from Queens University of Charlotte, where she was the director of undergraduate admissions. Prior to that, she was director of college counseling at the Columbus School for Girls, senior associate dean of admissions at Kenyon College and in various roles at Hendrix College.

“Trish brings with her an incredible combination of experiences including both selective admissions and national recruitment,” says Foster. “Her time at Columbus School for Girls also demonstrates her understanding of not just the current national admissions landscape form the college admissions perspective, but also from the perspective of the prospective student and family. It’s a powerful combination.”

For her part, Priest is looking forward to her new role at the College of Charleston.

“I am excited to join this amazing community and continue the good work in the Office of Admissions,” she says. “As we all know, enrollment is a collective effort and responsibility, and I am looking forward to working in partnership with colleagues across campus. Building trust, confidence and stability are top of mind for me as I transition into this role.”

Source link: College of Charleston

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Clemson’s resilient urban design students work to restore Charleston’s salt marsh ecosystems

October 21, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Students from the Master of Resilient Urban Design (MRUD) program recently teamed up with The Marsh Appreciation and Restoration Society for Happiness project (M.A.R.S.H.), a grassroots and community-based nonprofit located in Charleston, to develop designs for an urban ecological corridor that creates community spaces and recreation and restores and reconnects Charleston’s remaining salt marsh ecosystems, specifically focused on Halsey’s Creek.

On October 2, MRUD students and The M.A.R.S.H. Project held the Design Charrette: Ecological Corridor, which included city planners, architects, City of Charleston staff, community members and students as they worked to gather information from the Charleston community that will inform students’ designs of the ecological corridor.

“The students worked to create activities that would collect the data needed to drive their design and balanced that with open-ended sketching activities to allow for community input without bias or input from the studio,” explained Schuyler Clogston, a lecturer in the MRUD program and leader of the studio.

According to Clogston, the participants were led through a series of activities where they mapped their current transit routes, looked at how water could become more accessible and dreamed up a path for the ecological corridor.

“The way we structured the activities gave each community member the chance to get their own ideas out there as well as work together with other members at their table,” explained Master of Architecture student Anna Rowell. “It was very exciting to see all of the ideas and insights the community had and how they might design the ecological corridor.”

The students also led the charrette participants in another activity, which, according to Clogston, allowed for more concrete data collection.

“After sketching, we walked back into the main charrette space, where there were maps and questions that the participants answered with pins and stickers,” Clogston said.

According to Blake Suarez, one of the three co-founders of The M.A.R.S.H. Project, seeing the community come together for the charrette was inspiring.

“To be honest, I didn’t know what to expect, but Skye and her students organized an afternoon for community-driven problem-solving,” explained Suarez. “Every M.A.R.S.H. Project event is incredibly collaborative … this was no exception, and it really gave us a lot of hope for the future of the project.”

According to Clogston, working with The M.A.R.S.H. Project is an incredible opportunity for the City of Charleston and the MRUD students.

“This is such an incredible opportunity for Charleston to see how the restoration of the salt marsh ecosystem can create a more resilient city,” Clogston explained. “It is also an incredible immersive learning opportunity for the students to see how grassroots efforts and design thinking can impact and mold their communities and cities.”

For Rowell, the research accomplished will directly impact her designs throughout the rest of the semester.

“The outcome of the charrette will be crucial in our designs,” said Rowell. “It provided direct feedback from the people who will be impacted by the project, allowing us to align our design choices with the real-world needs of the community.”

Rowell explained that this work helps create designs that reflect the needs and wants of Charleston community members.

“I hope that putting our designs and ideas out into the world will inspire people to take action and become part of this ecological corridor,” Rowell said. “This project is going to be a huge effort by the City of Charleston, and I hope by seeing the potential the community will be excited by all the possibilities!”

For The M.A.R.S.H. Project, the work is still ongoing.

“We had the pleasure of sharing this vision with Mayor Cogswell and his team, who were incredibly supportive of the project,” explained Suarez. “I truly believe that continuing to spread the word will make a huge impact—especially with private homeowners. The more we can inspire people to take action on their own properties, the easier it will be to achieve our broader goals.”

Suarez believes that the corridor won’t just benefit wildlife and plant life, but it has the ability to transform the quality of life for the entire Charleston community.

“We can talk all day about habitat connectivity, boosting biodiversity, improving water quality by filtering pollutants, reducing runoff, enhancing climate resilience and flood management, cooling urban temps and storing carbon, but the corridor is also going to provide us with spaces for gathering, reflection, and education,” Suarez said. “It will create a shared space for the community.”

Source: Clemson University

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LRT Company Fully Subscribes Nearly $5 Million Ground Lease DST Offering Near Hilton Head Island

October 21, 2024 by 0 Comments
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HARDEEVILLE, S.C., Oct. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — LRT Company, an opportunistic development firm and sponsor of Section 1031 investment offerings, announced today that it has fully subscribed its Regulation D private placement offering, LRT Island Gateway 5 DST. The all-cash offering raised $4.895 million in equity from accredited investors.  

LRT Island Gateway 5 DST consists of a 4.28-acre property with a triple-net ground lease for the development of a new self storage and retail facility in Hardeeville, South Carolina. The five-acre property is located adjacent to Interstate 95 on Medical Center Drive, west of Hilton Head Island. The site will be home to a 100,000-square-foot self-storage and retail facility that will be part of a 954-unit, mixed-use community.

“LRT Company specializes in providing Section 1031 exchange and cash investors with the opportunity to realize the potential tax and other economic benefits of investing in Delaware statutory trust offerings, specifically through the unique, but not new, structure of ground-lease investments,” said Lawrence LaBonte, founder and chief executive officer of LRT Company. “We are pleased to fully subscribe this offering of a ground-leased property approximately 18 miles from Savannah, Georgia, 12 miles from Hilton Head. South Carolina is the fastest growing state per capita in the U.S., and we believe that the time and investment LRT has made over the past four years on design and entitlements will be a good win for our firm and its investors. The regional growth should continue due to the economic and job creation in the area, led by Hyundai’s new $7.6 billion electric vehicle and battery plant, and the $2 billion expansion of the Savannah Port to double its capacity as well as plans to spend an additional $2.5 billion on the port over the next 10 years. This growth is being well supported by both new local infrastructure construction as well as a widening-expansion of Interstate 95 through Hardeeville, which includes an additional exit ramps.”

The property within LRT Island Gateway 5 DST is part of Island Gateway, an 82.6-acre greater master-planned community under construction by LRT Development. Upon completion, Island Gateway is expected to include 600 multifamily residences, a care-continuum senior living campus, and 200 units of “active adult” residences for those aged 55 and over.

In September, LRT Company launched LRT Hardeeville Senior Living DST, an all-cash, Regulation D private placement Delawarestatutory trust offering that seeks to raise $17 million in equity from accredited investors. Also within the Island Gateway master-planned community, LRT Hardeeville Senior Living DST consists of 8.17 undeveloped land acres that are ground leased  on a triple net basis. A multi-level assisted living and memory care senior housing community with 154 units will be developed  by LRT Development on the property located at 20 Island Gate Way. Through its development arm, LRT currently has approximately $150 million of projects in the Southeast and Northeast

Hilton Head Island is located in Beaufort County, South Carolina, approximately 20 miles northeast of Savannah, Georgia, and 95 miles southwest of Charleston. The city’s population grows during the summer vacation season, with approximately 2.5 million visitors throughout each year, according to HiltonHead.com. It is within the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC Metropolitan Statistical Area, with a population of approximately 232,000.

LRT Company is a ground-up development company specializing in the entitlement and development of multifamily and senior housing projects. The company was founded in 2019 by LaBonte, who has more than 35 years of commercial real estate experience. He has been involved in more than $600 million of real estate development and other transactions. Prior to forming LRT Company, LaBonte spent time with The Flatley Company, Manhattan Development Group, and American Invsco.

About LRT Company
LRT Company is an opportunistic development company with extensive experience in the ground-up development of multifamily and senior living communities with a focus on the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. The company is also a sponsor of Delaware statutory trust investment opportunities. The firm’s leading principals, Lawrence LaBonte and Charles Anderson, have more than 35 years each of experience in nearly every type of real estate asset, including acquiring, entitling and managing core value-add and ground-up properties as well as asset repositioning. The leadership team has been involved in more than $1 billion of real estate development transactions and has built industry-wide relationships that play a key role in their business strategy for success. To learn more, visit www.lrtcompany.com.

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Charleston International Airport Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

October 20, 2024 by 0 Comments
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(North Charleston)—The Charleston International Airport turned pink on October 16, 2024, supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Airport employees will wear pink and decorate the workplace to increase disease awareness. Aviation Authority employees will also sell specially designed merchandise to passengers and airport employees in the terminal’s Central Hall, starting at 11 a.m. All proceeds will benefitted the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

“It is our hope that what we’re doing today, and every day will shine a light on the immediate need to find a cure and provide resources for those in need of breast cancer screening, diagnostic and treatment support services,” said Elliott Summey, airport executive director, and CEO.

Facts About Breast Cancer in The United States*

Women
In 2024, it’s estimated among women in the U.S., there will be [179]: • 310,720 new cases of invasive breast cancer (This includes new cases of primary breast cancer, but not breast cancer recurrences.) • 56,500 new cases of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), a non-invasive breast cancer • 42,250 breast cancer deaths

Men
In 2024, it’s estimated among men in the U.S., there will be [179]:
• 2,790 new cases of invasive breast cancer (This includes new cases of primary breast cancers, but not breast cancer recurrences.)
• 530 breast cancer deaths
Rates of breast cancer incidence (new cases) and mortality (death) are much lower among men than among women [187-188].
Incidence rates in 2021 (most recent data available) and mortality rates in 2022 (most recent data available) were [187-188]:

*Source: Susan G. Komen Foundation

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