We have compiled some of the finest in drone photography and video of the Charleston area to share with you. Enjoy these remarkable looks from up above.
Charleston Aerial Provided by Bat Aero
Westfall Fun Videos Presents Aerial Charleston
DJI Phantom 3 Charleston Aerial Footage
Will Milz Aerial Drone Charleston, SC Footage
Kiawah, Summerville and Charleston Drone Over – Unique of Charleston
By Mark A. Leon
Once again, we sprinkle the fair dust and say the ancient prayer for time travel. If that doesn’t work, we can enjoy the next installment of Charleston, a look back at yesteryear. We have dug deep and we mean deep in the annuls of time to uncover these historic images of our home. Enjoy family pictures, postcards and we even slipped in a celebrity high school yearbook pictures.
Remembering Charleston – The Way It Was
Press Release: 4 Wheel Parts, the global leader in
off-road performance product sales and installation, will hold a Grand Opening celebration this
Saturday, January 14 at its new store location in Charleston, South Carolina. The all-day event is
free to the public and will cater to area off-road, truck and Jeep enthusiasts with exclusive discounts
on top aftermarket products, trucks and Jeeps on display and hourly giveaways culminating in a $1,000
4 Wheel Parts shopping spree grand prize.
Charleston will be the first 4 Wheel Parts location in the state of South Carolina. “We’ve posted on social media and with our around the area letting folks know that 4 Wheel Parts is coming to Charleston, people have been excited to hear the news,” said Steve Baxster, Assistant Manager of the Charleston store.
Attendees will experience a family-friendly atmosphere with access to premium truck, Jeep, SUV and UTV products from prominent manufacturers including MHT Wheels, Fab Fours Bumpers, Rigid Industries and ARB 4×4 Accessories. ASE-certified 4 Wheel Parts technicians will be onsite performing installations with exclusive pricing on select products purchased at the Grand Opening celebration.
“We have door crasher specials on 4×4 parts and accessories, local truck and Jeep clubs attending, with 103.5 WEZL Country station broadcasting live in the morning and then Classic Rock station Q-104.5 afterwards,” said Charleston Store Manager Vance Bruce. The state of the art facility features an innovative design with hands on access to popular products along with service bays for installations and repairs.
“4 Wheel Parts is excited to have our first new store of the new year open in the Charleston region,” said 4 Wheel Parts President and CEO Greg Adler. “Expanding our retail footprint and developing our relationship with the off-road community in South Carolina is a win for our company and the avid off-road enthusiasts along with those who are looking to customize their Jeep or truck there.”
The new location joins 4 Wheel Parts’ lineup of retail stores across the United States and Canada, which currently total 77. The Transamerican Auto Parts’ Jacksonville, Florida distribution center will serve the Charleston store.
What: 4 Wheel Parts Charleston, South Carolina Grand Opening Celebration
When: Saturday, January 14 from 9 a.m. 5 p.m.
Where: 1804 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407
About 4 Wheel Parts
4 Wheel Parts is the global leader in truck, Jeep, SUV and off-road performance products. With 77 locations across North America and growing, 4 Wheel Parts Service Centers install all the products they sell. Maintaining the nation’s largest inventory of off-road all-terrain tires, wheels, suspension products and light bars for trucks, 4 Wheel Parts serves customers across the country and around the globe. Life is Better Off-Road”. Visit them at 4wheelparts.com or call toll-free 877-474-4821.
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Rigid_Industries/light_bars_for_trucks/prweb13977941.htm
From Secretary of Navy Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) — Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus today announced that the city of Charleston, South Carolina, will serve as the commissioning site for the future USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114).
The ship is named for Marine Pfc. Ralph Henry Johnson, a native of Charleston, who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War. Johnson used his body to shield two fellow Marines from a grenade, absorbing the blast and dying instantly in March 1968.
No date has been set for the commissioning ceremony, but the ship was launched at the Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) shipyard in Pascagoula, Mississippi, Dec. 12, 2015.
Ralph Johnson is the 64th Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, and the 30th DDG 51 class destroyer built by the Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) shipyard.
DDG 51 class ships are integral players in global maritime security, engaging in air, undersea, surface, strike and ballistic missile defense. Ralph Johnson, a Flight IIA destroyer, will be equipped with Aegis Baseline 9 which incorporates Integrated Air and Missile Defense and enhanced Ballistic Missile Defense capabilities.
For more information on Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, visit:
By Jason Lewis
Older adults are increasingly aware of the importance of staying physically healthy as they age, but too many neglect their mental well-being. Seniors are at an increased risk of social isolation, which can lead to depression and other mental health consequences. Here are a few healthy habits for older adults that will help you maintain sound mental health throughout your golden years.
Stay Physically Active
Most often, we think of exercise as a way to maintain physical health, but fitness is an important aspect of emotional well-being, too. Exercise can be a coping strategy for managing stress, and it can also improve your mood. Staying physically active helps you maintain balance and strength, which can reduce the odds of developing mobility issues, making it easier for you to remain socially active as you grow older.
Adopt a Furry Friend
Caring for a pet provides a sense of purpose, giving seniors someone to take care of who, in return, provides companionship, a reason to get out of bed in the morning, motivation to take walks and stay active, and much more. Dogs have even been shown to help alleviate the symptoms of depression. When you’re feeling lonely or down, a dog or cat will always be willing to snuggle up beside you and comfort you.
Stay Connected to Friends and Family
Socialization is crucial for the well-being of older adults, yet far too many seniors end up spending most of their time alone, isolated from the outside world. Technology makes it easy to stay in touch with friends and family near and far, but it’s not a substitute for face-to-face interaction with others. Visit a local senior center to learn about the activities offered and find something that interests you, or join a senior fitness group or walking club to meet new people and develop friendships with like-minded older adults.
Say No to Activities That Don’t Bring You Joy
As an older adult, you may be increasingly aware that there’s only so much time in each day. Learn to say no to activities that don’t bring you joy, and find ways to offload mundane tasks that cause stress or frustration. You can hire a housekeeper to clean your home, for instance, if it takes too much of your valuable time to keep up with it or it’s becoming too difficult for you to do physically. If the thought of mowing the lawn makes you cringe, hire a local lawn maintenance company or an independent contractor to do it for you.
Find a Hobby
After carving out time by eliminating the tasks that you don’t enjoy, you’ll have more time to pursue things you’re passionate about. It’s never too late to take up a new hobby or pursue an interest, whether that means going back to school, starting a business, or maintaining a robust garden in your backyard. The sky’s the limit, and there’s no reason to hold yourself back from learning new things or finally using your time to do the things that fuel your soul.
Staying mentally healthy as you age is all about prioritizing your life, making time for the things that matter, and learning to let go of the things that take up your valuable time but offer little reward in return. It’s your life, and you should never feel guilty about prioritizing your mental health and building a life that you enjoy.
Image via Pixabay by emailme3
January 11, 2017 (Wednesday) – Awendaw Green Barn Jam (6:00 PM)
January 12, 2017 (Thursday) – Cory’s Grilled Cheese (James Island) (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Matt Townsend is touring the southeast in support of his newly released EP, The Drifter and the Dream (part 1). Part one of a two part series, the EP is both a politically charged and introspective affair, showcasing a “breadth of creative impulses…[with lyrics] in line with the pointed fury of Bob Dylan” says the Huffington Post. He will be performing and leading a workshop at the South Florida Folk Festival (Jan 28/29) along with a dozen other tour stops. On The Drifter and the Dream, which was recorded at the world class Echo Mountain Recording Studios in Asheville, NC, “Townsend explores the modern world and all of its rough edges with this exceptional collection of songs….Like Bruce Springsteen and Woody Guthrie before him, Townsend channels in elements of folk, rock, and roots to create a great sound that doubles as a magnifying glass on his country’s pulse.” The album feature’s a host of Asheville’s surplus of musical talent (including Bill Berg, the drummer on Bob Dylan’s Blood on the Tracks). Townsend is also a featured artist on The Asheville Symphony Sessions, an album consisting of a collaboration between the Asheville Symphony Orchestra and Asheville-based recording artists. His Song “For Now We Are” was arranged by Michael Bearden (Neil Young, Michael Jackson) and is featured alongside fellow regional artists, Rising Appalachia, Steep Canyon Rangers and more. Tour dates and more information at www.matttownsendmusic.com.
Ronald McDonald House Charleston volunteers help provide comfort and care to our families, as well as maintain our House. We have several volunteer opportunities. Learn more about the different opportunities below.
Individual Volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House
Volunteers play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the Ronald McDonald House. They provide administrative support, help keep our House clean and tidy, offer family support, serve as a welcoming face, and provide information to our visitors.
Age: Must be 18 years or older
Location: The Ronald McDonald House –81 Gadsden Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Commitment: Weekly two hour shift for a minimum of 6 months
Shifts: Shifts are offered daily from 9 AM to 9 PM
Group Volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House
When a group of volunteers come together to help at RMHC Charleston, they make a big impact. Whether it’s deep cleaning our House or helping out with a specific task, their efforts, small and large, support every family that relies on our Home Away From Home. Here are a few ways you and your friends, coworkers, or family can help.
Deep Cleaning Volunteer Group
Deep Cleaning Volunteers help us keep the Ronald McDonald House tidy and healthy for our families. We provide all of the cleaning supplies. To become a deep cleaning volunteer group, volunteers must follow these guidelines:
Special Task Volunteer Group
RMHC Charleston has special tasks that require the support of group volunteers. This can include building shelves, organizing storage rooms and landscaping clean up. Task volunteers must follow these guidelines:
Event Volunteers for the Ronald McDonald House Part of the success of our fundraisers we host every year is the network of volunteers that work tirelessly to make them spectacular. Our volunteers take on varying tasks from securing auction items to greeting guests to stuffing envelopes. And, everything they do to help makes a big difference in making the event fantastic and, most importantly, supporting our families.
Event volunteers must follow these guidelines:
Ronald McDonald House Charleston Instagram
By Mark A. Leon
Most big fans know, but many do not, when David Letterman aired his first episode of the Late Show, he had a guest that is quite familiar to all of us: Bill Murray. We wanted to share this important television moment and have found an archive of the entire 43 minute episode (minus commercials).
Place careful attention to the 9:50 mark of the episode when David introduces his first ever guest, Bill Murray and ushers in a new era of Late Night that has changed the landscape forever. It is fitting that a pioneer such as Bill Murray would have the honor of sharing the stage with David Letterman during this premiere event on February 1, 1982.
Enjoy this step back in time, 37 years ago, when the comedy forces of Bill and David came together.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPjMCzFb1AY
2017 American Girl of the Year Looks Just Like Gabby and Shares Her Name, Too!
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Imagine the excitement a young girl would experience to see and hold a doll that looks just like her and, coincidentally, shared her name. Seven-year-old South Carolina-based Gabby, star of the YouTube channel Gabriella Damaris Show, was thrilled to learn that the American Girl “Girl of the Year” 2017, not only looked just like her with dark skin and curly hair, but the doll also shared her name: Gabriela. Family Video Network, her YouTube network, worked with Mattel to get the doll shipped to her ahead of its release to surprise Gabby over the holidays. Gabby did not know what she would be opening when the camera started rolling. The result is totally priceless. “She has curly hair just like me! And I just really love her skin tone, which is like the same skin tone as mine. Like this whole doll is perfect.” American Girl and Gabriella Damaris Show fans can check out the surprise in this YouTube clip, which was posted on New Year’s Day.
About Gabriella Damaris Show:
Gabby and Mommy are a friendly, funny, mommy-daughter team who love to open and review cool toys. Gabby enjoys reading aloud from her favorite books, dance, and do gymnastics. The channel started in 2014 and already has over 26,000 subscribers and over 5 million total video views.
About Family Video Network:
Family Video Network is a YouTube network that was launched in 2014 that features a highly curated collection of child-focused and family-friendly channels providing content that is both safe and entertaining for children and their families. In two and a half years, the network has gone from a mere concept to a full-blown Multi-Channel Network (MCN), boasting 53 channels with a combined 3.1 million subscribers and over 2 billion combined views. FVN’s founders are dedicated to supporting the network’s channels, helping them grow, and connecting brands with the content creators. FVN’s roster includes some of the top talent, as well as new creators, in the Toy and Family Vlogging genres, including Mommy And Gracie Show, Naiah and Elli Toys Show, HeyThatsMike, Toy Kingdom, Daisy’s Toy Vlog, and others.
**Gabby and her mom, Damaris, are available for interviews.**
Gabriella Damaris Show Instagram
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SOURCE Family Video Network
By Mark A. Leon
In June, 2015, Charleston came under international spotlight with one of the most heinous acts ever committed in the United States. It sent shivers down the spines of citizens around the world and awakened feelings that most have left hidden for years. Today, after an emotional trial, the sentencing begins and the fate of this murder rests in the hands of twelve citizens. By the end of today or this week, Dylan Roof will either spend his life in a confined cell or meet his death.
Why has this act and trial been so important to Charleston and America? We determined some core reasons
As we see the final chapter of this horrific moment in our history play out, our thoughts continue to remain with the victims, families, congregation, Charleston and the world.
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