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The inaugural Lunar New Year Market sponsored by AAPI – Charleston last weekend at the Navel Yard in North Charleston, South Carolina was a beautiful celebration of culture, community and local Asian owned businesses.
In just under 4 months, this newly established organization was able to pull together a market filled with love, food, culture, music and a lively celebration of Asian-Pacific culture right here in the Lowcountry.
We are thankful to Amos Adams for providing us this these heartwarming pictures from the event.
The brand also invites fans to reveal their own OREO cookie flavor combinations with a digital experience inspired by their unique musical taste
EAST HANOVER, N.J., Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The OREO brand is starting off the new year with a twist. That is, the Limited Edition Post Malone OREO Cookies. In a sweet new collab, the OREO brand is teaming up with nine-time RIAA diamond-certified, GRAMMY® Award-nominated phenomenon Post Malone to drop a cookie that celebrates the “twists” in all of us.
The OREO cookies star a first-of-its-kind swirled creme combining salted caramel and shortbread flavor creme, sandwiched between an OREO chocolate cookie and a signature golden cookie for a delicious duet of flavors in every bite.
Each of the Limited Edition Post Malone OREO Cookies feature 1 of 9 unique embossments inspired by Posty’s world
“Can’t believe they let me make my own OREO cookie. So happy everyone gets to try the taste twist — hope you love it as much as I do, ’cause I think it’s the best OREO ever!” said Post Malone. “It’s the first time OREO has ever twisted the creme of the cookie and they named it after me.”
Each cookie also features 1 of 9 unique embossments inspired by Posty’s world and handpicked by the artist himself—from a hero OREO x Post vinyl to cookies that show off his diverse discography. No matter the pack, you can expect a sweet mix of OREO cookie designs and a handwritten signed note on the back of the pack from Post Malone himself.
“Flavor innovations and collaborations, inspired by fan behavior, have become a mainstay in our playbook as a way to maintain relevancy across our portfolio of snack brands,” said Tanya Berman, Mondelēz Senior Vice President Biscuit. “With an iconic brand like OREO, our challenge is to consistently raise the bar and discover fresh ways to engage our fans. This collaboration with Post Malone sets a new standard. We hope fans are as excited about the brand’s newest hit as we are.”
Just as Post Malone channeled his unique flavor into these limited edition OREO cookies, the OREO brand is inviting fans to reveal their very own OREO cookie flavor with the Taste Twist Digital Experience: Unlock Your Own Taste Twist Cookie, which is part of the OREO “Taste Twist” Sweepstakes. Starting early February through March 31, fans will be able to discover what their musical preferences really taste like.
To embark on the experience, input your musical sound, vibe and rhythm and let the algorithm jam out to reveal your own OREO cookie flavor combo. Post Malone will even pop in to hype you up along your Taste Twist journey! Fans can share their custom OREO cookie flavor combo with their community and enter for a chance to receive a pack of their own Taste Twist Cookie flavor combo or prizes such as signed Post Malone OREO posters.
The Limited Edition Post Malone OREO Cookie Packs will be available for presale starting on January 27, but fans can sign up for early access starting today at OREO.com/UnwrapTheCollab. The OREO cookies will begin rolling out at retailers nationwide starting on February 3 and will be available only for a limited time, while supplies last.
For more information and updates on the Limited Edition Post Malone OREO Cookie Packs, fans can visit OREO.com/post-malone, or follow OREO on Facebook @OREOUnitedStates, Twitter/X @OREO, TikTok @OREO and Instagram @OREO to be among the first to know about future brand news.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER THE SWEEPSTAKES. Open to residents of the 50 United States, D.C., & Puerto Rico 18 and older. Starts 2/5/25; Ends 3/31/25. Void where prohibited. Visit oreotastetwist.com for Official Rules including alternate method of entry.
About OREO® Cookie OREO® is AMERICA’S FAVORITE COOKIE®, available in more than 100 countries around the globe. Over 60 billion OREO® cookies are sold each year with more than 20 billion of those cookies sold in the U.S. annually. An estimated 500 billion OREO® cookies have been sold since the first OREO® biscuit was developed in 1912. For more information, follow OREO® on Facebook/OREOUnitedStates, Twitter/X @OREO, TikTok @OREO or on Instagram @OREO.
About Mondelēz International Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2023 net revenues of approximately $36 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as OREO, RITZ, LU, CLIF BAR and TATE’S BAKE SHOP biscuits and baked snacks, as well as CADBURY DAIRY MILK, MILKA and TOBLERONE chocolate. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor’s 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Visit www.mondelezinternational.com or follow the company on Twitter/X at www.x.com/MDLZ.
COLUMBIA, S.C., Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Wonders of The First CCG is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Carde.io, the leader in tabletop gaming Organized Play and Retail Enablement software, to bring in-person competitive play to local game stores through a one-stop digital gaming companion experience.
The app debut integrates Organized Play programs and the ease of comparing deck point values for seamless tabletop matchmaking.
The app debut integrates Organized Play programs and the ease of comparing deck point values for seamless tabletop matchmaking
The Wonders of The First Collect & Play Network, powered by Carde.io technology, includes a mobile-first app, card database, deck building tools, and dynamic tournament organization for managing and finding Wonders of The First organized play events. In addition, deck builders will also be able to add up the “Build Points” of all cards in their decks to get a deck point value (called “Dynamic Balance Score” or “DBS”) used for easy tabletop matchmaking.
Wonders of The First is a new collectible card game where players are Stoneseekers – powerful beings who control the fate of the Orbitals. They summon fighting units called Wonders. Players battle for control of powerful stones across 7 realms. Those who control the most stones at the end win the game.
Having pre-sold over $1.2 million through Kickstarter, Wonders has been called the biggest upstart in CCGs with their innovative gaming collectibles framework that allows for asustainable no reprint policy, which prohibits reprinting of cards once the print window closes. This policy maintains collectibility and integrity of gameplay.
The Existence Set, which officially releases in March, offers a comprehensive foundation for the world of Wonders of The First, featuring 401 base cards including:
This diverse collection caters to all players, from beginners crafting their first deck to seasoned veterans seeking rare and powerful cards to refine their strategies.
Wonders of The First aims to provide the most exciting pack-ripping experience in the CCG space, incorporating proven rarity frameworks similar to sports cards, such as serialization and one-of-one chase cards. Each Wonders card has a one-of-a-kind “Stonefoil,” a beautifully foiled card unique in its treatment, as well as serialized Orbital Color Match (“OCM”) cards, with a stunning color-changing border reflective of the Wonder’s corresponding home (Orbital).
“Our mission is to create the most coveted CCG products of the 21st century. We focus on long-term success, understanding that sustainable growth will naturally lead to profitability. By prioritizing the enduring health of our game and community, we ensure that profits are a byproduct of our commitment to excellence and integrity,” said Jeff French, Wonders of the First CEO. “Carde.io is the ideal partner to help us achieve this through innovative and world-class social play programs that support collectors, players, organizers, and retailers globally.”
Wonders of The First was designed by award-winning game design vet Brian Tinsman. Brian has shipped 50+ game titles and was the previous game design lead for 11 years for Magic: The Gathering. He has game design credits on blockbuster hits Pokémon, Star Wars, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, MLB, and more.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Wonders of The First to bring their unique vision to life through our Carde.io platform,” said Chris Sheridan, CEO of Carde.io. “By combining their creativity with our digital tools, we’re enhancing social play and elevating the tabletop gaming experience. Together, we’re not just expanding how fans engage, but pushing the boundaries of play in exciting new ways.”
Players and retailers can now sign up with the Carde.io app and register for an account at compete.wondersccg.comahead of the highly anticipated Wonders of The First Existence CCG release.
Wonders of The First will be available in stores across the United States starting in March. Retailers can order via GTS Distribution or Southern Hobby Distribution.
About Wonders of The First
Wonders of The First is on a mission to create the most coveted CCG products of the 21st century. Wonders of The First is putting the first “C” back into CCG by creating a new gaming collectibles framework that allows for a sustainable no reprint policy. Packs include 1st Edition serialized cards, one-of-ones, and alternate art exclusives. The Existence Set officially releases March 22, 2025 at The First Shattering Launch Event in Columbia, SC. For more information, visithttps://wondersccg.com/.
Jeff French is the Founder and CEO and brings two decades of successfully building, launching, and scaling proprietary enterprise technologies. Award-winning game designer Brian Tinsman heads up the Games division. He has 25+ years experience as a game designer with credits on more than 50+ shipped titles. He was the previous lead for 11 years for Magic: The Gathering and has game design credits on Pokémon, Star Wars, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, MLB, and more. Creative is led by Kristopher Kish, a multi-Addy® award-winning Creative Director with 20+ years of expertise in art design and interactive experiences across gaming, digital collectibles, and entertainment.
Carde.io is transforming gaming communities with Carde.io Play™, unlocking powerful insights for publishers and enhancing customer engagement. The platform enables game stores, influencers, and publishers to seamlessly organize events while implementing incentivization and rewards programs for players. Additionally, Carde.io offers tabletop product storage, fulfillment, and distribution logistics, making it a comprehensive solution for publishers. For more information, visit https://www.carde.io/.
NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PNK Group, developer of a new generation of industrial buildings, has built a distribution center with more than 1 million square feet of space.
The new industrial building located in High Point, North Carolina became the second building constructed by PNK Group for Ecolab Corporation, a major global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions.
PNK Group Invests $120 Million in North Carolina Facility for Ecolab.
PNK Group’s investment in this building was approximately $120 million. PNK Group bought the land, designed the building and supervised the entire construction process. The total area of the building, that has been already handed over to the Customer, is 1,057,564 square feet.
The first distribution center was built in Atlanta and became part of the PNK Southern Gateway Industrial Park. The new cooperation confirmed that the partners trust each other and the customer is satisfied with the level and quality of the building.
As an engineering and manufacturing pioneer, PNK Groupspearheads technological advancements in industrial construction. The company’s construction methodology, utilizing large-unit blocks, streamlines building assembly through precise element production, minimizing the need for extensive labor and heavy machinery.
It’s no secret that the Holy City has a rich history of both virtue and vice, and sometimes it’s hard to avoid the shady side of the street in Charleston. Shall we go for a stroll?
Port City Calling
The tiny settlement of Charles Town embodied the rowdiness of a port from the very beginning, earning alcohol censures from the Grand Council as early as 1672. Less than half a century after its founding, it was one of the busiest ports in the Colonies with ships from all over the world docked in the harbor, spilling hundreds of men into the streets. Naturally, enterprising souls provided diversions and entertainment for the merchants and seamen with a booming business of taverns and bordellos. Charles Town’s first red light district was conveniently located in the then-waterfront area we now call the French Quarter; perhaps you’ve heard the stories about The Pink House on Chalmer’s Street?
Before the outbreak of the Revolutionary war, city officials became concerned that the level of drinking and debauchery on the edge of the harbor would interfere with the protection of the city, ordering the prostitutes to move several blocks inland. The new red light district was resettled amongst the streets flanking St. John’s Lutheran and the Unitarian churches, an area known as Dutch Town settled primarily by Germans. During the British occupation of Charles Town, the area comprised of Beresford (now Fulton), Clifford, Magazine, West, Beaufain, Mazyck (now Logan) and Archdale Streets warmly welcomed soldiers with coats of any color.
Throughout the years, vice has somehow survived and thrived in Charleston–sometimes hidden, but always there. The middle of the 19th century saw Charleston in her prime, with all manner of business flourishing, including bars and brothels. According to Mark Jones’ Wicked Charleston, business was so good for one lady of the night that she was able to save enough money to build her own brothel.
Archdale Street at Fulton; West Street’s brothels are around the corner. Charleston street by Marion Post Wolcott, 1938. LOC
Grace Piexotto
Born sometime in the late 1700s, Grace Piexotto is said to be the daughter of Selomoh Piexotto, a music leader at Beth Elohim Synagogue, but this has not been confirmed. Other accounts hold that she was raised in a brothel and didn’t know who her parents were. Either way, she grew up to be a bold and brazen businesswoman, bribing officials for building permits to raise her brothel from the ground up in 1852. Called the Big Brick after its appearance, this is the only building in Charleston planned and constructed for use as a bordello. Grace had the foresight to include features in her establishment that others in the area lacked. For instance, the upper floors were partitioned into small rooms with single beds so that her exclusive clientele could be granted privacy, a rarity even in the finest establishments. Downstairs were parlors where gentlemen could relax with cigars and brandy and read newspapers and magazines. Grace taught her girls to be well-mannered, stylish, and amiable conversationalists to suit the southern genteel they entertained. Anyone was welcome at Grace’s–as long as they could pay. She wrote to the faculty of the College of Charleston imploring them to keep their students away, presumably because they couldn’t pay.
Evidently, police and civil leaders turned a blind eye to the operation, probably because they were frequent customers themselves. Madam Grace became very wealthy and well-respected as she listened to and kept the secrets of Charleston’s most influential gentlemen. In fact, the Charleston Redcoats convened at the Big Brick–away from Union soldier’s eyes–to plan Wade Hampton’s election to governor in 1876. Legend has it that Margaret Mitchell used Grace as the model for the fictional character Belle Watling in her book Gone with the Wind. Love it!
When Grace died, the churches in the area argued over who was going to have to bury her–no one wanted to be responsible for burying the most notorious madam in the South. In the end, the fine folks at the Unitarian Church paid for her services. Unfortunately, no one came. Her girls had to work (someone had to console those poor men), and of course the gentlemen that were fond of Grace could not be seen attending her funeral. However, local custom dictated that it was proper to send an empty carriage to a funeral in the case that one could not attend. Therefore, Grace Piexotto had the second longest funeral procession in the history of Charleston–the longest was for John C. Calhoun. Wow…what a gal.
The beautiful Big Brick still stands at 11 Fulton Street and now houses a coffee company.
Dutch Town Today
In the late 1940s and early 1950s, shoppers at the Colonial Grocery (where the Canterbury House stands today) could still get quite an eyeful if they looked down West Street, which was considered the heart of the red light district. Lincolns and Cadillacs could be seen double-parked on adjoining streets as early as noon. By the end of the 1960s, the houses of ill repute had scuttled up the peninsula to the Neck area near the Navy Base. Today, West Street is one of Charleston’s most desirable addresses in Harleston Village. Have a look! To see available properties in Harleston Village, visit our current listings.
The long anticipated Charleston Wine + Food Festival is almost upon us. From March 5-9, 2025, the City of Charleston and surrounding areas are transformed into a culinary wonderland of deliciousness, community, education and awareness.
Some may even call it the Great Charleston Get Together!
Here are some resources you need to help you prepare your best Charleston Wine + Food Festival Experience:
Shrimp and grits—it’s inarguably the most sought-after dish by Charleston visitors. The delicious duo, once the stuff of humble Lowcountry breakfasts, has swept the nation as one of the most iconic Southern dishes of all time. From white-cloth establishments to country cafes, you can find it on countless lunch and dinner menus, too. “It’s not just for breakfast anymore,” would surely make an apt tagline.
While fresh shrimp and stone-ground grits form the foundation of the dish, it lends itself beautifully to creative interpretations by Charleston chefs. Perhaps no place does that better than Charleston, where you will not only find the best shrimp and grits on earth (thanks to SC shrimp and locally milled grits) but some of the most imaginative versions. You can order shrimp and grits across the Lowcountry and feel like you’ve not had the same dish twice.
Here are 10 Charleston-area restaurants that excel at shrimp and grits, each with its own signature elements. If you’re a food adventurist, you’ll love exploring the many exciting flavors of this beloved local dish.
Coconut and jerk spices infuse this Caribbean version of shrimp and grits at ACME Southern Kitchen.
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen Vibe: Casual/upscale hub of traditional Lowcountry and coastal cuisine on Isle of Palms Shrimp and grits: Varietal jackpot with seven options, including “Isle of Palms” with blackened shrimp, smoked sausage, tomatoes and onions over truffle cheese grits and “Charleston” with blackened shrimp, smoked sausage, roasted tomatoes and onions.
Circa 1886 Vibe: Elegant fine dining in the carriage house of Wentworth Mansion in historic downtown Shrimp and grits: Shrimp, cabbage leaves, goat cheese and smoked ham hock gravy served over rice grits (aka middlins) for a traditional Gullah touch
The Darling Vibe: Hip, vintage oyster bar on Upper King Shrimp and grits: Shrimp, cheddar grits, crispy Brussels sprouts, country ham and fennel
Shrimp and grits gets a Caribbean touch at Edison.
Edison Vibe: Upscale, but casual restaurant with creative dishes made from fresh, local ingredients Shrimp and grits: Caribbean style with shrimp, conch, bacon, saffron-tomato gravy and smoked Gouda grits
82 Queen Vibe: Refined Lowcountry cuisine; white tablecloth dining in the historic district Shrimp and grits: Shrimp, stone-ground grits, bourbon–barbecue sauce, applewood bacon, cheddar and scallions
Nigel’s Good Food Vibe: Casual cafe (three locations) serving scratch-made soul food and Southern eats, fresh seafood baskets, burgers, salads and more Shrimp and grits: Grandma Fred’s Shrimp & Grits is studded with onions, bell peppers, bacon and sausage, then smothered in brown gravy.
HUSK restaurant in Charleston is famous for its creamy shrimp and grits.
HUSK Vibe: Iconic establishment in the historic district; focus on Southern ingredients; menu changes daily, so call ahead for availability Shrimp and grits: Seasonal menu offers a rotation of versions; examples include shrimp and grits with March Hen Mills grits, andouille sausage, peperonata, kale, preserved tomato broth and poached egg or with Edisto Island grits, HUSK City Ham, heirloom peppers, NC turnips, buttermilk broth and poached egg.
Marina Variety Store Vibe: Bustling, nautical-themed diner serving breakfast and lunch; views of Ashley River and marina Shrimp and grits: Sauteed shrimp, onions, peppers and peasant gravy over grits; other variations come with fried green tomatoes, smoked sausage or crispy alligator
Shrimp and grits at SNOB is a brothy, savory dish.
Slightly North of Broad Vibe: Eclectic Lowcountry bistro in historic downtown Shrimp and grits: Shrimp, house sausage, country ham, tomatoes, green onions, garlic and Edisto yellow grits
Vicious Biscuit Vibe: Knife-and-fork homemade biscuits; serving breakfast, lunch and brunch in Mount Pleasant Shrimp and grits: Open-face buttermilk biscuit with blackened shrimp, Lowcountry gravy, white cheddar and Palmetto Farms stone-ground grits, topped with thick-cut bacon crumbles and scallions
The award-winning coffee roaster will open a cafe on Saturday, February 1, 2025
CHARLESTON, S.C. (January 27, 2027) – Award-winning coffee roaster Summit Coffee will open its second brick-and-mortar cafe this weekend. The doors will open to the public for a soft opening on Tuesday, January 28, at 7 AM at 408 Brighton Park Blvd, Ste 400, in Summerville, SC.
To celebrate the grand opening weekend, guests will have opportunities to win Summit Coffee prizes and participate inother activities starting on Saturday, February 1. On Sunday, February 2, guests ordering through the Summit Coffee appcan receive a complimentary Oat Milk Latte, while supplies last. This opening marks Summit Coffee’s second Charleston-area location, the first being Summit Coffee Long Point in Mt. Pleasant.
Summit Coffee, a family-friendly cafe, will serve its award-winning coffees, including single-origin and seasonalselections, along with freshly baked pastries from The Summit Bakery. All pastries are made in-house at the bakery located at Summit Coffee Long Point. Summit Coffee is known forits unique and meticulous approach to sourcing and coffee roasting, resulting in delicious and consistent roasts. Established nearly 25 years ago, Summit is a
family-owned and operated business that relies on long-standing relationships with small producers across the globe toprovide some of the best coffee beans, which are roasted in small batches to ensure the best flavors. In their cafes, Summit Coffee strives to create joyful,
family-friendly environments for guests to relax and enjoy their coffee.
Summit Coffee Nexton will be open Monday–Friday from 6 AM–5 PM and Saturday–Sunday from 7 AM–5 PM. For more information on Summit Coffee Nexton, please follow along on Instagram at @summitcoffeenexton.
About Summit Coffee
Through more than 25 years in business, Summit Coffee has earned its reputation as a locally loved and high-quality brand. Summit’s commitment to creating moments of joy is evident through its work serving each end consumer — from wholesale partners to customers at their 13+ cafes. Summit also prioritizes relationship coffee, sourcing from long-standing partnerships around the world and roasting in its certified organic headquarters. Each coffee blend is roasted in small batches to ensure optimal flavor.
Behind the scenes, Summit Coffee is a longtime member of 1% for the Planet and Certified Climate Neutral. In the cafes,guests will appreciate Summit’s joyful, colorful, and family-friendly approach to coffee that brings communities together. Currently, Summit Coffee has neighborhood cafes in Charlotte, N.C., Asheville, N.C., and Atlanta, GA, with additional cafes slated to open in 2024. For more information, please visit summitcoffee.com.
Harvard University laid off the staff members contributing to the research component of its Slavery Remembrance Program on Thursday. The program is part of the $100 million Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery Initiative.
Employees were notified about their termination on Thursday — effective the same day. Staff members said they had no prior knowledge about potential layoffs before the announcement was made, the Harvard Crimson reported.
The project’s director, Richard J. Cellini, accused Sara Bleich, who oversees the Legacy of Slavery initiative, of trying to repress the number of descendants uncovered in the project, according to the paper. Cellini reportedly gave university officials an ultimatum: fire him, or allow the program to do its work properly.
Cellini was let go on Thursday.
Still, Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery Advisory Council member, praised Cellini’s work in Thursday’s press release from Harvard.
“Richard Cellini’s superb efforts launched us on our way on this historically important mission, and now it is time for American Ancestors to take the lead in what will be a systematic, scholarly sustained effort to establish the facts about this dark chapter in our university’s history, and begin the long journey of healing,” Gates said. “We are indebted to Richard for his early guidance and his ambitious leadership.”
Harvard University first partnered with American Ancestors — a national center for family history, heritage, and culture — in 2022 to “identify the direct descendants of enslaved individuals who labored on Harvard’s campus and of those who were enslaved by Harvard leadership, faculty, or staff,” according to the university.
Now, Harvard is outsourcing the entire Remembrance Program to American Ancestors.
“We understand from our extensive experience that tracing families descended from enslaved individuals is a complex, time-intensive process filled with significant challenges,” Ryan J. Woods, President and CEO of American Ancestors, said in a statement. “We are committed to advancing this critical research to help Harvard establish meaningful connections and engagement with living descendants.”
Harvard spokesperson Sarah Kennedy-O’Reilly and American Ancestors spokesperson Claire Vail both declined to comment about the layoffs.
“We cannot comment on personnel matters,” Kennedy-O’Reilly told Boston.com.
Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to clarify that only the research component of the Remembrance program has been outsourced, affecting the members of staff from that specific area of the initiative.
A distribution center for iconic clothing brands Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger will close at the end of the year, resulting in the loss of 317 jobs in the Yadkin County town of Jonesville.
PVH, which was known as Phillips-Van Heusen until 2011, says it will consolidate its distribution operations to the Atlanta area. Layoffs will begin Oct. 3 and end by Dec. 31, according to Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification paperwork filed with the N.C. Department of Commerce.
PVH has had its distribution center in Jonesville for 32 years, says Bobby Todd, president of Yadkin County Economic Development. Helping recruit the company to Yadkin County was one of Todd’s first tasks when he started working with Yadkin County Economic Development, he says.
“Our unemployment rate is 3.1% right now so I think a lot of those folks won’t be unemployed for a long time,” Todd says. “But it’s still 317 jobs. It hurts.”
Todd says the New York City-based company notified him Wednesday by telephone that the layoffs were coming. The closing of the distribution center had been feared since 2020 when PVH announced it was closing 162 outlet stores.
“That was a big part of what was distributed from there,” Todd says of the outlet stores, “and that closure of the outlet stores was a pre-cursor to some big changes,” Todd says PVH had significantly more employees in Jonesville before the outlet store closures, but he could not put an exact number on how many more.
PVH’s property is visible from Interstate 77, off N.C. 67, and about 40 miles northwest of Winston-Salem. PVH operates out of an approximately 300,000-square-foot building located on 61 acres. PVH bought the property for $185,000 in May 1993. It now has a tax value of $23.5 million, according to Yadkin County tax records.
“We’re anxious to help market the building as soon as we know their plans,” Todd says.
Moving to Georgia will allow PVH to “take full advantage of the technical capabilities in our Georgia network and continue to respond to our consumers with speed,” according to a statement released by the company.
PVH has given employees a nine months notice and will continue to assist them in the transition, according to the company. “We would like to express our deepest appreciation and admiration for the Jonesville community,” according to a release from the company.
PVH began in 1881 in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, by mending and selling shirts for coal miners. The company moved to New York City in 1890. The company has more than 29,000 employees and more than 1,000 factories in 40 countries. The company reported $9.2 billion revenue in 2024.
PVH shares are down 22.6% in the past year. Shares have traded between $88.60 and $141.15 in the past year and opened at $94.29 on Friday. Shares were trading at $91.44, down 5% around 1:30 p.m. PVH has a market capitalization of $5.1 billion.
Note: PVH sold legacy brands Izod and Van Heusen several years ago and now only sells Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger brands. Also, a corrected version of this story now reflects that PVH products are produced in 1,000 factories.
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