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The new Drummond Studio Gallery, located at 12 Line St Suite 102, Charleston, SC is seeking new artists to feature for upcoming special events.
The new gallery owned and operated by Charleston area artist Arun Drummond is designed to be a space to provide emerging and under the radar artists with a story to tell “a seat at the table” to bring their art to the masses.
Interested: Click HERE to complete this Google Doc Interest Form. Deadline for submissions is October 15, 2025.
COLUMBIA, S.C. –Alita, an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused healthcare technology company, today announced it is establishing operations in Charleston County. The company’s investment will create 17 new jobs.
Alita is an AI-powered agent that automates admissions, intake, and hiring for post-acute and senior care providers, engaging families and job seekers 24/7 so staff can focus on people, rather than paperwork.
Alita is leasing a new office space in the Harbor Entrepreneur Center, located at 11 Ewall St. in Mount Pleasant.
Operations are already online. Individuals interested in joining the Alita team should contact info@alitahealth.ai.
QUOTES
“In a world that’s gone remote, the only way to build a magnetic headquarters, one that attracts the brightest minds in healthcare and AI, is to offer more than just a desk. Charleston County has it all: year-round sunshine, a rising tech scene, and that rare mix of ambition and southern hospitality. It’s the kind of place where work-life balance isn’t just a perk, it’s the point. If we’re going to transform post-acute care, we’re going to do it here. On the beach, in the office and everywhere in between.” -Alita Co-Founder and CEO Matt Rosa
“Our state is committed to fostering an innovative business environment, and we are pleased to welcome Alita to the roster of technology companies operating here. By investing and creating new jobs in Charleston County, Alita’s new operation will benefit the local community for many years to come.” -Gov. Henry McMaster
“Today’s announcement by Alita is another big win for the dynamic technology industry in Charleston County and South Carolina. We congratulate Alita on this new operation and look forward to seeing what the future holds for this innovative company.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III
“Charleston County is proud to welcome Alita, a company that represents the future of healthcare technology. Their investment in our community and their innovative use of AI to enhance patient and recruitment experiences are a powerful example of how we’re attracting leading-edge companies and high-tech jobs to the region. We are excited to see Alita grow and thrive here.” -Charleston County Council Chairman Rev. Dr. Kylon Jerome Middleton
FIVE FAST FACTS
Alita is establishing operations in Charleston County.
The company’s investment will create 17 new jobs.
Alita is an artificial intelligence (AI)-focused healthcare technology company.
The company is located at 11 Ewall St. in Mount Pleasant, S.C.
Individuals interested in joining the Alita team should contactinfo@alitahealth.ai.
“I’ll wait for you, should I fall behind, wait for me” – Bruce Springsteen
On or about midnight on September 21/22 marked the 36th anniversary of Hurricane Hugo sending a destructive path through Charleston and its neighboring beaches and towns. For many, this was the most difficult period of their lives, overcoming life-threatening conditions, losing homes and trying to find ways to start again. Over the next several months, the area had to find a way to begin again and bring back the Southern warmth and beauty it had known for hundreds of years.
After all, was said and done, there were 27 fatalities in South Carolina from the effects of Hurricane Hugo.
Locals and citizens from neighboring towns and districts reached deep within their hearts and helped their fellow friends. Bringing sand to the beaches, laying a foundation where a home once stood, providing shelter to strangers now without homes, and giving food and warmth when needed.
We were and continue to be a resilient and proud area, that has overcome much adversity so the sun may shine each day and we can continue to say how proud we are of our home.
Hugo was an event we should never forget. It was tragic, but in the end, we found a way to rebuild and become stronger than ever before.
We would like to take you back to those days, weeks, and months and provide a pictorial remembrance of Hurricane Hugo.
Folly Beach, SC
Remember our past and find strength in our ability to remain stable.
One of the most symbolic remembrance markers of this event is the Folly Boat. This boat that remained after the path of destruction is today used to show our sense of community, one message at a time.
The next time you are at White Point Gardens at The Battery, walk through the gates of the Battery Park Carriage House. Just on the left you will see the waterline damage from Hurricane Hugo and know just how powerful a hit we took and more importantly how we persevered and grew as one single community.
Share Our Suzy: SOS Lowcountry was created to honor the life and spirit of Suzy McGrane, a young woman whose journey with breast cancer inspired her family and friends to take action. What began as a small effort to support Suzy during her treatment has grown into a mission that continues to serve breast cancer patients across the Charleston area and beyond.
The organization’s purpose is simple yet powerful: to enhance the quality of life for breast cancer patients by providing financial assistance for needs that insurance often does not cover. Their work allows patients to focus on healing, rather than worrying about everyday expenses.
Filling the Gaps
A breast cancer diagnosis impacts far more than just health. Treatment schedules, time away from work, and the costs of daily living can quickly become overwhelming. SOS Lowcountry provides practical support such as:
Rent or utility assistance
Transportation and gas cards for treatment
Groceries and household expenses
Childcare help
Wigs, prosthetics, and other wellness needs
This support lightens the load for patients and families, giving them the peace of mind to focus on recovery.
Local Support, Direct Impact
SOS Lowcountry is unique in that it is entirely volunteer-driven, with little to no overhead. This means nearly every dollar raised goes directly to patient support. Donations stay within the Lowcountry, ensuring help reaches families right here in the community.
In 2023, the organization supported roughly 100 patients, working closely with the Suzy McGrane Breast Cancer Center at Roper Hospital and the Beaufort Memorial Cancer Center. Their reach continues to grow, extending support into both urban and rural areas of the region.
Building Community Through Events
Fundraising events are central to SOS Lowcountry’s mission. From the “Pink in the Rink” hockey game with the Charleston Stingrays to the Swing for SOS Tournament on Daniel Island, these gatherings raise essential funds while also fostering community connection and awareness.
Local businesses often partner with SOS through special promotions and give-back nights, further amplifying the organization’s impact. These collaborations highlight the strength of the Lowcountry community in supporting one another.
Why It Matters
A cancer diagnosis affects more than the patient — it touches families, workplaces, and entire communities. By stepping in to cover basic needs, SOS Lowcountry helps restore balance, dignity, and hope during an incredibly difficult time. Their work is a reminder that true healing involves more than medicine; it requires compassion, care, and community support.
How to Get Involved
Whether it’s through volunteering, donating, or attending a fundraising event, there are many ways to support Share Our Suzy: SOS Lowcountry. Every contribution helps continue Suzy’s legacy by ensuring patients and families have the support they need.
The Ansonborough, the beautiful and historic boutique hotel, located at 21 Hasell Street in downtown Charleston, South Carolina has recently completed an elegantly redesigned renovation. As part of the new aesthetic, we are thrilled to introduce the Ansonborough Rooftop Garden.
For the first time, the rooftop is now open to the public every Friday and Saturday, from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM for Sunset Cocktail Hour, where guests can take in sweeping views of the Arthur J. Ravenel Bridge and city steeples while sipping on cocktails from the hotel’s Scarborough & Squirrel Bar.
Click HERE to learn more about The Ansonborough, an elegant and breathtaking part of the Charleston landscape.
Nestled just off King Street at 17 Warren Street, Coterie is more than a restaurant—it’s a carefully curated experience that celebrates Charleston’s rich culinary landscape. Owner Jeremy Buck and Executive Chef Graham Calabria have created a dining destination that seamlessly blends sophisticated technique with genuine hospitality.
The restaurant’s design philosophy begins with its menu, which reads like a love letter to local producers. “I can name pretty much the first name of most of the producers on here,” Chef Graham explains, highlighting the restaurant’s commitment to hyperlocal sourcing. This approach means diners can trace their meal from farm to table, with ingredients sourced from local oyster farms, fishermen, and agricultural producers.
The cocktail program is equally thoughtful, curated by Buck, who brings international mixology experience from New York to Mumbai. The drink menu balances classic techniques with innovative twists, featuring creations like the Society Street—a personal variation on the Manhattan that Buck developed during his time in New York. “We want you to be casual and comfortable” Buck notes, emphasizing that each drink tells a story.
Coterie’s wine list, selected by sommelier Amanda McCrossin, offers an “esoteric but approachable” selection that complements the kitchen’s offerings. With around 30 carefully chosen Amaros and a wine list that challenges traditional selections, the beverage program is as dynamic as the food.
The menu itself is a testament to local abundance. Signature dishes like the peaches and cream—featuring fresh farm peaches with burrata and a delicate vinegar drizzle—showcase seasonal ingredients. The whole local fish, prepared to fall effortlessly off the bone, represents the kitchen’s commitment to highlighting coastal Carolina’s natural bounty.
Even dessertreceives meticulous attention, with the caviar cheesecake representing culinary innovation. Chef Graham describes it as a sensory journey: “The sweetness hits your tongue first, then you go into that rich & velvety texture that coats your mouth, and then you have the top and brine of the caviar.”
Caviar Cheesecake
The restaurant’s physical space reinforces this philosophy of intentional experience. Located just off the bustling King Street, Coterie feels like “a rescue” from urban chaos. The outdoor garden setting, curated by owner Jital Vaghela, creates an intimate atmosphere that feels “1000 miles away” from the surrounding activity, despite being mere steps from the main thoroughfare of downtown.
Sustainability and local economic support are core to Coterie’s mission. Approximately 75% of their seafood comes from the southeastern United States, with Chef Graham actively participating in programs like the South Carolina Aquarium’s sustainable seafood initiative and the Department of Agriculture’s “Fresh on the Menu” program.
This commitment extends to personal relationships with producers. Chef Graham operates his own oyster cultivation lease with his partner Captain Ben Powers. Graham, describes Ben as an individual whose “endurance and work ethic in maintaining those waters, coupled with the tens of thousands of hours navigating the folly rivers and creeks is the only way I will ever be able to do what I do.”
Executive Chef Graham Calabria
Together, they work directly with local fishermen like Bill Cox and Mark from Abundant Seafood, ensuring not just quality, but a genuine connection to the region’s culinary ecosystem.
Coterie represents more than a dining experience—it’s a celebration of Charleston’s agricultural and maritime heritage. By prioritizing local partnerships, innovative culinary techniques, and a welcoming atmosphere, Buck and Calabria have created a restaurant that feels both sophisticated and wonderfully unpretentious.
As Buck succinctly puts it, the goal is simple: “We want you to be comfortable, relaxed, and have a great time.” In every carefully crafted dish and cocktail, Coterie delivers exactly that.
The increase delivers on a pledge to hit $25 by 2025
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, Bank of America announced it has raised its U.S. minimum hourly wage to $25 per hour. With the increase, the minimum annualized salary for full-time employees in the U.S. will rise to more than $50,000. The increase, which goes into effect in early October, applies to all full-time and part-time hourly positions in the U.S., affecting thousands of employees across the nation and helping to fuel the growth of the American economy and create job opportunities that strengthen the communities the company serves.
A national leader
This is the company’s latest move, after steadily increasing over the last several years, from under $15 per hour to $25 per hour
It builds on the bank’s history of being a national leader in establishing a competitive minimum rate of pay for U.S. hourly employees
With the increase to $25, starting salary for full-time U.S. employees at the bank will have gone up by more than $20,000 since 2017
Joining the bank at the minimum wage is a launchpad for a long-term career. From onboarding and professional development to tuition assistance and career mobility, the company is committed to a workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to grow and succeed.
“Our strong and rising minimum starting salary provides opportunities for our teammates to build a long-term career at Bank of America,” said Sheri Bronstein, Chief People Officer, Bank of America. “Competitive compensation is one of the many ways we are helping to drive American economic growth and opportunity.”
Competitive pay, industry-leading benefits As a further investment in the team, 97% of Bank of America employees have received awards beyond regular compensation, mostly in the form of Bank of America restricted common stock. Nearly $5.8 billion has been awarded since the program’s inception in 2017.
Bank of America also offers industry-leading benefits and employee programs for all. Additional benefits include, but are not limited to:
An award-winning onboarding, education and professional development organization, The Academy
26 weeks of parental leave; 16 are fully paid
An industry-leading sabbatical program, offering 4-6 weeks of paid time off based on tenure
Back up child and adult care program, as well as for eligible teammates, a reimbursement program for childcare expenses
U.S. health plans include no-cost wellness visits, preventative medications, virtual care and onsite screenings
Personalized support for employees and their families navigating critical life events through our Life Event Services team
Through an ongoing investment in skills-based training and a culture rooted in opportunity, many teammates who started their careers at a minimum wage salary rise to roles where they lead, mentor, provide for their families and give back to their communities.
Bank of America’s leadership as a global employer of choice has been recognized by many external organizations, including LinkedIn’s Top Companies in the U.S., Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list for seven consecutive years and People Magazine’s 100 Companies That Care. These recognitions reflect Bank of America’s continuous focus on providing a Great Place to Work for all teammates.
Bank of America Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 69 million consumer and small business clients with approximately 3,700 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BAC).
Taking after the classic chocolate treat, the new rocky road ice cream–inspired cookie captures the limitless spirit of exploration that drives Girl Scouts.
NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) announced that Exploremores™, a rocky road ice cream–inspired sandwich cookie, will join the lineup for the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie season. Filled with delicious flavors of chocolate, marshmallow and toasted almond–flavored crème, Exploremores reflect the spirit of exploration at the heart of every Girl Scout. Girl Scouts across the United States will offer the Exploremores cookie nationally, both online and in person at local booths, during the upcoming 2026 Girl Scout Cookie season alongside fan favorites like Thin Mints® and Samoas®/Caramel deLites®.
Each cookie season, through the Girl Scout Cookie Program, girls push their limits, embrace challenges, think creatively and believe in their own potential. While earning skill-building badges such as the My First Cookie Business, My Cookie Customer and My Cookie Team badges, girls acquire leadership and entrepreneurial tools needed for brighter futures. As entrepreneurs, girls master the ability to set goals, make decisions, manage money, develop people skills and learn business ethics.
Every purchase of Exploremores—and the entire lineup of iconic Girl Scout Cookies—helps girls unbox a world of possibilities, one cookie at a time. With each cookie box sold, consumers are supporting Girl Scouts as they learn, grow and thrive through all of life’s adventures. All proceeds from cookie sales stay local with Girl Scout councils and troops to help fund life-changing programs, experiences and learnings all year long.
To add to the excitement, GSUSA is pleased to welcome Adobe as a national sponsor of the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Program. Through collaboration with Adobe, girls will be encouraged to express their individuality and think creatively to advance their goals this Girl Scout Cookie season.
Visit girlscoutcookies.org to sign up to be notified as soon as Exploremores and other Girl Scout Cookies are on sale in your area. Text “Cookies” to 59618 to get the latest Girl Scout Cookie news. Girl Scout Cookie season is recognized nationally from January through April, but local timing varies. Life’s more fun when you explore more! Unbox the future with Girl Scouts by joining the world’s largest girl-led organization or learn how to become a volunteer at www.girlscouts.org/join.
We Are Girl Scouts of the USA
Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. Join us, volunteer, reconnect, or donate.
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Nearly $200 million investment will create approximately 275 new jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Woodward, Inc. (Woodward), a global leader in energy control solutions for aerospace and industrial markets, today announced it selects Spartanburg County to establish a new manufacturing operation in South Carolina. The nearly $200 million investment will create approximately 275 new jobs.
Founded in 1870, Woodward is a global company specializing in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for aerospace and industrial applications. The company’s products are used to increase efficiency and reliability in a range of challenging environments, including aviation, power generation, marine and on-highway transportation, and oil and gas operations.
Woodward plans to build a 300,000-square-foot precision manufacturing facility located within Smith Farms Industrial Park in Greer. The new factory will focus on the production of servo-hydraulic actuation systems used in aircraft flight control.
Operations are expected to go online in 2027. Individuals interested in joining the Woodward team should visit the company’s careers page.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to the project. The council also awarded a $1.75 million Closing Fund grant to Spartanburg County to assist with the costs of site preparation and building construction.
QUOTES
“The selection of Woodward to supply Airbus with spoiler actuation systems and this investment in South Carolina represent a major milestone for Woodward and our commitment to delivering leading controls solutions to our customers and creating value for our shareholders. This will be a showcase manufacturing site, much like our Rock Cut, Illinois, campus, vertically integrated, highly automated, and built on the capabilities and methodologies in operational excellence we’ve developed through our LEAP and GTF aircraft engine programs. Beyond supporting the Airbus A350, this facility positions us to extend our hydraulic flight control design and industrialization expertise to additional applications as well as other commercial aircraft manufacturers. We’re proud to bring jobs and economic opportunity to Spartanburg County as we fulfill our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.” -Woodward, Inc. Chairman and CEO Chip Blankenship
“When global companies like Woodward, Inc. decide to invest in our state, it further solidifies South Carolina’s impressive reputation in the manufacturing industry. We look forward to creating a long-standing partnership with the company and seeing the strong impact of these approximately 275 new jobs in Spartanburg County.” -Gov. Henry McMaster
“Today’s announcement by Woodward, Inc. is another major victory for the booming manufacturing industry in the Upstate and across South Carolina. We are confident our strong business climate will reinforce that Spartanburg County is the ideal location for Woodward’s new operation.” -Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III
“Woodward, Inc. is a global leader whose investment in Spartanburg County will increase our presence in the aerospace industry and will provide meaningful economic-advancement opportunity for the people of our county. Recruiting these world-class companies to Spartanburg and being able to provide new jobs opportunities to our residents is what it’s all about.” -Spartanburg County Council Chairman Manning Lynch
“Congratulations to Woodward, Inc. on their decision to invest in Upstate SC. This industry leader’s choice to bring its innovations to our region validates the Upstate as a location with access to talent and market connectivity, and we’re excited to see them grow here.” -Upstate SC Alliance President and CEO John Lummus
FIVE FAST FACTS
Woodward, Inc. (Woodward) selects Spartanburg County to establish the company’s new South Carolina operation.
The company’s nearly $200 million investment will create approximately 275 new jobs.
Woodward is a global leader in energy control solutions for aerospace and industrial markets.
The company will be located within Smith Farms Industrial Park in Greer, S.C.
Individuals interested in joining the Woodward team should visit the company’s careers page.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the College of Charleston Cistern, 66 George St. Colorful attire is encouraged to honor Heather’s vibrant spirit – she would want everyone to look as radiant as her beloved sunsets.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Heather Hall Obituary
Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 13, 2025.
Heather Lynn Hall was born December 3, 1973, in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Her family poured unconditional love into their daughter, so much so that she had enough to share with the rest of us in seemingly endless supply. Heather had an extraordinary gift for friendship – more best friends than seemed possible. People would discover they were Heather’s best friend, only to meet another cherished companion a decade or two later; not because she was mysterious, but because she genuinely had that many friends who felt her love deeply.
Heather had a gift for making ordinary moments extraordinary. She would text friends photos of breathtaking sunsets, turning a simple evening sky into a shared experience of wonder. At karaoke nights, she’d inevitably end up on stage, beaming as she sang about her “new pair of rollerskates,” pulling shy friends up to join her in moments of pure joy. She remembered birthdays, celebrated small victories, and had an uncanny ability to show up with exactly what people needed – sometimes before they even knew they needed it. Friends were awed by her ability to bring people together and bend the world to her vision. Lucky for us, that vision was more inclusive and more beautiful than we could ever imagine.
As a first generation college student, Heather became a special educator, serving in the classroom for nearly two decades. She was a champion of inclusive spaces for adults and children with disabilities, serving on the Charleston Disability Board for years. Her students weren’t just pupils; they were her teachers, expanding her way of seeing the world. Not content with the nationwide vacancies in her beloved profession, Heather believed she could have a greater impact teaching pre-service teachers. In 2023, she obtained her doctorate at the University of South Carolina and became a beloved faculty member in the Department of Teacher Education at her alma mater, the College of Charleston. She also performed regularly with her favorite organization, Heart: An Inclusive Art Community, bringing the same warmth and authenticity to the stage that she brought to every relationship.
Heather’s appetite for adventure and thirst for knowledge led her to study in England and Scotland, learn French in the south of France, receive a Fulbright scholarship to Ghana, and conduct study abroad trips to Europe and Central America. She felt strongly that building cultural understanding begins with stepping outside our own culture. But even in the most exotic locations, she’d find herself chasing sunsets, phone in hand, eager to capture a photo of something beautiful to share with the people she loved back home.
Everything Heather did was larger than life. So it follows that she would end this lifetime in spectacular fashion, making international headlines and inspiring an entire country to enter a day of mourning. And she would be sharing her big beautiful heart and big beautiful smile with the world right until the very end.
As much as she valued her role as a special education advocate and enjoyed meeting new people, her most cherished role was that of mother. Heather loved her two children unconditionally and left them with this legacy: to follow their heart and do what makes them happy – play, have fun, and go on grand adventures. She taught them to notice sunsets, to sing loudly, and to love fiercely. They, too, will make the world a better place, as evidenced by the magnificent life of their mother and the countless people she touched.
Heather leaves behind many best friends, admiring colleagues, grateful students, partner of 21 years Ajay Sood, children Tula and Avi Sood, niece Ananya, brother Chad, parents Chuck and Harriet Hall, and a world that will forever be brighter for having known her spirit of adventure, her generous heart, and her contagious joy.
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