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Local jewelry designer,, Haley Holzworth, celebrates the sixth year of her flagship location of Hermosa Jewelry alongside Biz Foxworth, owner of Brown Fox Coffee. Both of these community staples stand side by side on Simmons Street in Mt. Pleasant, SC.
[Charleston, South Carolina, September 9th, 2023] – Hermosa Jewelry and Brown Fox Coffee invite you to come celebrate their 6 years of hard work and dedication at their joint location 307 Simmons St., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464. The festivities will begin on September 9th starting at 8am. Both businesses will be celebrating with Anniversary specials. The first 10 customers of Brown Fox Coffee will receive free drinks. Hermosa is having a storewide 20% off Anniversary Sale but does exclude Permanent Jewelry. There will be live music performed by Midwest Casual from 9am-12pm and gluten free pastries by Pastry Power (8am-11am). The day will also include multiple giveaways for gift cards and coffee.
About Hermosa Jewelry and Brown Fox Coffee
Haley Holzworth (owner of Hermosa Jewelry) and Biz Foxworth (owner of Brown Fox Coffee) both grew up in Charleston and are entrepreneurs in their fully female owned and operated businesses. Hermosa Jewelry specializes in jewelry made by hand using semi precious gemstones, freshwater pearls, crystals, glass, and shells. Hermosa Jewelry also specializes in Permanent Jewelry, being the first Permanent Jewelry company in Charleston, SC.. Brown Fox Coffee is the perfect pick-me-up for any time of day. Brown Fox Coffee serves organic, single-origin beans and all your other favorite flavors. While sharing one building for their flagship locations, both businesses have been able to thrive together in the tight knit Charleston community.
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For more information please contact Hermosa Jewelry’s PR specialist Emily Stankovits.Phone: (843)-619-1067 Email: hello@hermosajewelry.com Social Media: @hermosajewelry
A warmer-than-average September could bring delayed “peak color” and a longer overall leaf season, giving travelers more time to take in the splendor
ASHEVILLE, N.C., Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — While summer gently fades away, Asheville, North Carolina, prepares to unveil its annual masterpiece of nature: the breathtaking fall color leaf change. The biodiversity of tree species in the Blue Ridge Mountains ensures a visual symphony of crimson, gold, and amber hues, while variations in elevation grant leaf-peepers one of the longest fall color seasons in the nation.
Expert Forecasts: Local experts share their fall color predictions and favorite spots to witness nature’s vibrant display.
Mountains are top travel motivators (PRNewsfoto/Explore Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau)
Warm weather could delay peak color this year, extending the overall leaf season. “NOAA’s long-range forecast predicts slightly warmer weather in the Southeast through November. Warmer temperatures, especially in the latter half of September, could delay peak color,” said Dr. Howie Neufeld, professor of plant eco-physiology at Appalachian State University. “If only a minor warming occurs, colors would be delayed 3-5 days. If more significant, it could be a week or two, depending on the magnitude of the warming.” Neufeld continues, “If it gets warm in the early fall, some trees will delay their color, but those cuing in mainly on day-length will continue to color up on schedule and the color season will become extended.”
Dr. Beverly Collins, former professor of biology at Western Carolina University, agrees. “If we return to more ‘normal’ cooler temperatures with moderate rainfall, colors should be vibrant, as they were last year. If it stays warm, fall color will be later and more spread out. This will result in a longer leaf season,” she said.
Current conditions are favorable for fall color. In addition to day-length and temperature, factors such as precipitation and insects can influence the quality of fall color. In 2023, current conditions have been favorable, noted Neufeld. “We are not in a drought situation which means trees won’t be losing their leaves prematurely.” He added that moderate rain along with the absence of major tree diseases and insect infestations “point to a good fall color season.”
Fun Fact: While scientists know how trees turn red, the reason why remains a mystery. One theory suggests it’s a protective mechanism shielding leaves from intense light, while another proposes the red color acts as a deterrent to predators.
Follow the progression of color change in the Asheville area with the help of our 2023 Fall Color Hunters.
Venture beyond the popular areas while respecting nature. Neufeld provides advice for those eager to experience the fall color transformation. He recommends getting outdoors early to avoid crowds and to plan weekday visits for a more serene experience. Exploring less popular areas and taking scenic drives beyond the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway is also advised. He emphasizes being prepared for weather changes and respecting nature while taking in the breathtaking scenery.
Check out the best scenic drives for early, middle, and late in the fall season.
Learn about the top eco-friendly ways to experience Fall in Asheville here.
Explore peak color in Asheville – beyond the leaves! A world of color awaits travelers to Asheville now through fall, In addition to nature’s symphony of hues, this season offers colorful art, lodging, culinary and festival experiences that invite visitors into painted landscapes and imagined worlds (for more information about what’s new in Asheville this fall, check out our latest news release).
An artful feast, for all senses | Krafthouse: Forest of the New Trees is a new immersive art experience at the Center for Craft. The first-of-its-kind installation, created by local multidisciplinary artists, invites visitors into an imaginary realm, inspired by Appalachian craft traditions, indigenous wisdom, and the ancient wildness of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Sound and color take center stage | Amazing works of art come to life in Artrageous at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts. This fusion of art, music, puppetry and dance has been described as “Picasso meets Blue Man Group”. Show runs on Sept. 23.
Sweet dreamscapes | Joining the River Arts District this fall is The Radical, a daring new boutique hotel and living art installation that breathes new life into a once abandoned building. The hotel’s richly layered design features original street art, both past and present. Now accepting reservations for stays beginning Oct. 8, 2023.
On the heels of The Radical, Lark Hotels and Hatteras Sky will also introduce an artful love letter to Asheville with the opening of Zelda Dearest, a 20-room boutique hotel inspired by the intoxicating style of Zelda Fitzgerald.
A colorful palate | James Beard Award-winning restaurant group Chai Pani has debuted its fast-casual concept Botiwalla in West Asheville. Botiwalla is owner and chef Meherwan Irani’s homage to the colorful cafes and savory kabobs of the late-night Indian food scene.
Asheville’s “Lovely” tapestry | The Lovely Asheville Annual Fall Festival (Oct. 14-15) provides travelers an opportunity to engage with the city’s tapestry of diverse cultures. The theme of this year’s festival centers on the shared love for nature, humanity, and art, promising a vibrant medley of art exhibitions, culinary delights, and live performances that epitomize Asheville’s exuberant spirit of inclusivity.
For a rights-approved Fall Color photo gallery, click here. For more information, spokesperson contacts, photo and video assets, or site visit requests, please contact the PR Team at media@exploreasheville.com.
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About Asheville Asheville is where unrivaled natural beauty and bold creative expression meet. Tucked away in the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, the city is steps away from some of the world’s most biodiverse forests and the tallest peaks in the East. For generations, Asheville has nurtured and inspired a compassionate community that’s deeply rooted and ever evolving – just like the ancient French Broad River that runs through it.
SOURCE Explore Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau
New Partnership Adds Award-winning Clinical Research Leader, Dr. Donald Hurley, to Wake Research’s National Network
CHARLESTON, S.C. /PRNewswire/ — M3 Wake Research, a leading fully integrated network of clinical research sites and one of North America’s largest providers of Phase I-IV clinical trials, is expanding operations into Charleston, SC with the opening of a clinical research practice. Operating as Charleston Clinical Trials, LLC, the new center is led by Donald Hurley, DO, and located at 2270 Ashley Crossing Drive in Charleston.
Dr. Hurley will serve as Principal Investigator. He brings more than 35 years of clinical experience to Charleston Clinical Trials, including 18 years in clinical research as a principal and sub-investigator in more than 40 therapeutic areas, with Medical Research South, LLC.
“I am excited to join the M3 Wake Research network and anticipate the continued growth of our Phase 2-4 trial base here in Charleston,” said Dr. Hurley. “This is a diverse, active market in a growing area, and we look forward to providing access to more investigative therapies to the community here.”
Dr. Hurley has practiced in South Carolina for most of his career after some stints working in Georgia, Virginia, and overseas deployments in the US Navy. He has obtained numerous professional awards including six years of recognition among “America’s Top Family Doctors,” between 2002-2021, two Navy Commendation Medals, two Navy Achievement medals, and a commendation letter for his work with the White House Medical Unit, among many other achievements throughout his career.
Dr. Hurley is supported by an experienced clinical research team including a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator who is managing the site operations of Charleston Clinical Trials.
The Charleston team will provide clinical research services in a variety of therapeutic areas including vaccines, gastroenterology, cardiovascular disease (hypertension, etc), diabetes, urology (UTIs, etc), and more.
For more information about conducting clinical trials in South Carolina, please contact: 843-994-6574
About M3 Inc.:
M3 Inc. operates in the US, Asia, and Europe with over 5.8 million physician members globally via its physician websites such as mdlinx.com, m3.com, research.m3.com, doctors.net.uk, medigate.net and medlive.cn. M3 Inc. is a publicly traded company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TYO:2413) with subsidiaries in major markets including USA, UK, Japan, S. Korea, and China. M3 Inc. provides services to healthcare and the life science industry. In addition to clinical research, these services include medical education, ethical drug promotion, market research, job recruitment, and clinic appointment services. M3 has offices in Tokyo, Fort Washington, PA, Raleigh, NC, Oxford, London, Paris, Beijing, and Seoul.
About M3-Wake Research, Inc.:
M3-Wake Research is an organization of integrated investigational sites, committed to excellence, working closely with and meeting the needs of the biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and pharmaceutical industries. M3-Wake Research’s 23 sites are fully equipped to meet the needs of sponsors and CROs in the conduct of Phase I-IV clinical trials in a large variety of indications.
M3-Wake Research is known for effectively combining strategic volunteer recruitment, rapid trial start-up and subject enrollment/retention with high quality clinical trial conduct, using standardized operating procedures and centralized marketing and advertising to ensure rapid subject enrollment. M3-Wake Research sites have conducted more than 9,100 research studies for hundreds of pharmaceutical and biotech sponsors and CROs. Wake Research’s mission is to bring novel medications, biologics, and devices through clinical research to as many people as possible while providing unparalleled service and exceptional value to clinical trial partners and stakeholders. For more information, visit www.wakeresearch.com.
Contractors and businesses can see the industry-leading walls in person at a luncheon event hosted by the new owner
CHARLESTON, S.C. /PRNewswire/ — Temporary Wall Systems (TWS), the first and leading full-service, temporary containment wall provider in the United States, will host a grand opening luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 13 at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites at 3025 W. Montague Avenue. The newest location, owned by military veteran and restoration and air quality expert Mario Colangelo, will be the first in South Carolina.
Temporary Wall Systems Charleston and owner Mario Colangelo (pictured) are opening a new location with a luncheon event on Thursday, July 13 at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Charleston.
Construction professionals and facility managers will be able to see a TWS wall installation set up in the hotel’s meeting space. Attendees can examine the high-quality walls, explore customization capabilities and ask questions while enjoying lunch catered by local favorite, Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q.
“We welcome contractors, restoration experts and remodeling professionals looking for faster, easier temporary containment solutions,” Colangelo said. “Come by, have some lunch and see what a difference TWS can make for your business. When you see how much time you can save and the waste you can eliminate, you’ll want to use our full-service wall systems for every job.”
He said that Temporary Wall Systems provides the ideal solution for clean, fast, sustainable temporary containment barriers for Charleston businesses as they renovate the city’s older buildings.
“Temporary Wall Systems is the missing piece of the puzzle in the construction and renovation industry,” Colangelo said. “The ability to separate the operational part of businesses from the construction and renovation of the business is a game-changer. We eliminate the need for contractors to use traditional building materials like drywall or plastic sheeting. This will reduce much of the waste associated with temporary containment barriers used for construction.”
Colangelo was born and raised in Rochester, New York, but moved to Charleston after joining the U.S. Air Force in 1985. After his military service, he remained in the historic southern city with his wife, Jennifer. He has operated a restoration and indoor air quality business for more than 11 years and brings a wealth of expertise to his new business.
“I am very familiar with the commercial building space, including renovation and demolition,” Colangelo said. “This enables me to see the difficulties businesses experience when they start a renovation process. Charleston is now one of the most attractive relocation destinations in the country. This migration from other states means the city’s commercial building inventory is at a premium. TWS allows businesses to remain open during renovation while keeping customers, staff, and crew safe.”
TWS Charleston will serve the Lowcountry, which includes Charleston, North Charleston, Hanahan, Goose Creek, Ladson, Mount Pleasant, Sullivans Island and Summerville, South Carolina.
Temporary Wall Systems’ full-service model includes rental, delivery, installation, and removal of these versatile, time-saving wall systems. It provides containment solutions for hospitals, labs, airports, restaurants, retailers, hotels, data centers and more. The superior containment and customization are especially beneficial for renovation in occupied spaces like hospitals and restaurants.
TWS is part of HomeFront Brands, a family of emerging, franchised residential and commercial property service brands that offers integrated technology, data support, lead generation, business intelligence systems and training to its partners.
Founded in 2017 and franchised since 2022, Temporary Wall Systems (TWS) is the first and leading full-service, rentable containment wall provider in the United States. TWS offers commercial contractors and facilities managers a turnkey alternative to labor-intensive interim containment methods like drywall. Construction professionals and business owners benefit from clean, safe and quiet business continuity during construction, renovation, or maintenance projects. Applications include healthcare, hospitality, public transportation, education, retail, and office facilities. TWS is part of HomeFront Brands, a platform company of emerging property service franchises. Explore the versatility of Temporary Wall Systems at https://tempwallsystems.com/.
About HomeFront Brands:
HomeFront Brands empowers entrepreneurs to create thriving franchised residential and commercial property service brands. Driven by an experienced team of franchise executives and rooted in family values, HomeFront Brands helps emerging or established concepts accelerate their growth by delivering enterprise-level solutions to local business owners who aspire to build a dynasty and create generational wealth. By leveraging integrated technology, data-driven intelligence and advanced learning management systems, HomeFront Brands is building a foundation for its brands — Window Hero, The Designery, Temporary Wall Systems, BiltRite Home Inspections, Top Rail Fence and Mozzie Dome – to transform lives through franchise ownership.
For more information about HomeFront Brands’ current solutions, new business development, and franchising opportunities, please visit https://homefrontbrands.com/.
International Food and Beverage Industry Veterans Open Multi-Story Venue Complete with a Restaurant, Lounge, Speakeasy, and Rooftop
CHARLESTON, S.C. /PRNewswire/ — One of the Holy City’s largest dining and entertainment experiences, The Habit, opens its doors tonight in Historic Downtown Charleston. Located at 213 East Bay Street in the French Quarter neighborhood, The Habit is the first space of its kind to offer up several distinct experiences within the building’s 13,000 square feet, three floors, and rooftop lounge overlooking the Charleston Harbor.
The Habit offers a unique hybrid of dining and entertainment for locals and tourists alike with a mix of live music, dance parties, theme nights, burlesque performances, and comedy acts. The venue’s second floor VIP lounge, V’s, and the rooftop space are both available for private events and exclusive performances. The Habit will also host weekly theme nights to the tune of jazz, 80s, yacht rock, R&B, and other genres for every musical taste out there.
“Charleston is known around the world for its hospitality and as a mecca for food lovers everywhere,” said Michelle Van Jura, owner and partner, The Habit. “The one thing we really wanted to bring to our beloved city was a greater variety of entertainment and unique experiences, so we found the perfect location, curated fantastic art, glamorous decor, and hired some of the best talent to bring it all to life.”
The Habit brings 1920’s Art Deco charm and elegance to one of the country’s most-celebrated culinary destinations with a curated menu of local and regional ingredients prepared by Chef Matthew Greene. Each dish boasts inspiration from around the world to make it uniquely American with an international twist—from caviar on hashbrown bites and red curry wings, to lamb lollipops and a special selection of seasonal salads. The menu also leans heavily on small plates and shareable dishes so patrons can sample a spectrum of flavors as part of the overall experience.
“Coupled with a decadent atmosphere of warm lighting, rich leather, sumptuous velvet, and objects d’art, the space is an exquisite blend of Americana, European, and Asian aesthetics,” Van Jura continued. “The space is designed not only to provide a warm welcome for our guests but we also wanted everyone to step into an experience that combines sophistication, confidence, and comfort whether you’re there for a romantic dinner or weekend brunch with your friends—it’s something truly unique that can’t be found anywhere else in Charleston.”
Open seven days a week, The Habit will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day with brunch service on Saturday as well as Sunday. A late night menu will also be available on Friday and Saturday. V’s will have special shows and events every Friday and Saturday with tickets available on OpenTable, along with VIP options. For more information, upcoming events, and daily menus, please visit https://thehabitchs.com/.
About The Habit The concept for The Habit started over a decade ago when owner and partner Michelle Van Jura fell in love with Charleston, SC and eventually left New York City to make the Lowcountry her home. After spending 30+ years in public relations and running her own successful agency, she eventually met and began working with fellow partners Zach Dennis and Chef Matt Greene. The three realized they had a shared vision and within a couple of years, The Habit became a reality. With more than 50 years of combined hospitality experience, Zach Dennis and Matt Greene are widely regarded as some of the best talent in the business, having spent years honing and refining their craft in major cities like Toronto, Chicago, DC, and NYC. Prior to The Habit, Dennis and Greene worked for the Hall Management Group as well as some other fine dining establishments in Charleston. Follow The Habit on Instagram (@thehabitchs) for the latest updates, event info, and more.
It is with sadness that local Park Circle area favorite, Three Sirens (1067 East Montague Avenue, North Charleston, 29405) will be permanently closing on Sunday, September 17, 2023. In a message left on their Instagram account, the owners expressed their regret saying:
It is with great sadness that we today announce the final day of service at Three Sirens will be Sunday, September 17th, 2023. Despite today’s announcement and the closing of this chapter, we are extremely proud of all that we have achieved. We wish to thank every member – past and present – of our incredible team for helping make Three Sirens a truly special place. We would not have come so far or achieved so much without you. We also wish to thank our guests and our friends, and we are forever grateful to you all. Thank you so much for your trust and support, and we will miss you all dearly. We will remain open for business for the next two weeks, Wednesday through Sunday, 5-9pm.
We want to wish the owners and staff best of luck in all future endeavors.
A new report revealed that residents in South Carolina are struggling to pay off medical debt. The study, authored by HelpAdvisor.com, analyzed 2022 data from the Urban Institute to determine which states and counties have the highest rates of medical debt in collections.
In South Carolina, 22.3% of residents have medical debt in collections, which is the 2nd highest in the U.S.
Here are additional key findings from the report:
Among states, only West Virginia had a higher percentage of residents with medical debt in collections (24.0%).
South Carolina is home to three of the 50 U.S. counties with at least a 30% rate of residents with medical debt in collections (Marlboro, Laurens and Cherokee).
More than 20% of residents in South Carolina, West Virginia, North Carolina and Oklahoma have medical debt in collections.
Here are the South Carolina counties that ranked in the top 50 for residents with medical debt in collections:
Marlboro County – 37% of residents have medical debt in collections (16th highest among U.S. counties).
Laurens County – 36.9% of residents have medical debt in collections (20th highest among U.S. counties).
Cherokee County – 34.2% residents have medical debt in collections (36th highest among U.S. counties).
Stars Restaurant, located at 495 King Street in the heart of beautiful Charleston, South Carolina re-imagined the adult rooftop bar experience with the launch of the Satellite Bar. This new concept experience officially opened to the public Tuesday, September 6 and promises to be an inviting, casual, upscale experience.
With a carefully designed drink and food menu, beautiful skyline views and decor consistent with the elegance of Charleston, the Satellite Bar should be on your list of downtown experiences.
The Satellite Bar “is surrounded by Brazilian Hardwood railings, fruit trees, and a reclaimed Tiger Wood Bar. Guests can also sit in comfortable banquette seating covered with awnings, and beautiful high-top tables. During the winter when the temperatures can get cool, the Satellite Bar is outfitted with heaters allowing guests to enjoy our gorgeous Charleston evenings in comfort. There’s plenty of room to mingle and enjoy a private conversation with a small group of friends.”
If you are looking for a beautiful sunset in a safe relaxing environment over a glass of fine wine, champagne or a cocktail, make plans to come to the Satellite Bar at Stars.
“My family and I could not be more ecstatic about the reception from the community thus far,” Kevin said. “We are looking to keep that up for everyone!” – Owner Kevin Brooks with wife Jen, family, and staff, joined by Councilman John Iacofano and Councilman Howard Chapman, P.E., partnered with Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Vice President Tammy Becker and Chamber Board Members, celebrated the grand opening of Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
The business is located at 401 Faison Road, Suite 102, Mount Pleasant, SC.
Corcoran HM Properties, an affiliate of the Corcoran Group LLC, has moved into the newly constructed 741 Meeting Street building located in the Upper Peninsula district of downtown Charleston. They will celebrate the move on Thursday.
Middle Street Partners recently completed the 30,000-square-foot building for commercial use of office suites, retail and food/beverage businesses, according to a news release.
Corcoran HM Properties is headquartered in Charlotte and expanded its operation into Charleston in September 2022.
A private ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration will be held for the agents and staff of Corcoran HM Properties’ Charleston office on Thursday, Aug. 31.
Corcoran HM Properties was founded by Valerie Mitchener in 2006, and the locally owned boutique firm grew to be a market leader in the Charlotte metro area, the news release said. The expansion to Charleston was Corcoran HM Properties’ first since affiliating with the Corcoran Group in June 2021.
It was a strategic step in the firm’s growth plan to broaden its reach throughout the Carolinas, the release said. In addition to the Charleston office, Corcoran HM Properties has three offices in the Charlotte region and is working to expand into other areas of the Carolinas.
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