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Spotlight: South Carolina Non-Profit New Morning: Largest state-based birth control access program and resource center in the United States

January 6, 2024 by 0 Comments
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The mission of New Morning is simple: “Let’s make sure no woman is denied the right to control their future.”

About New Morning

New Morning ensures birth control access for South Carolina women.

This Non-Profit has improved birth control access over the past five years and positively impacted the lives of 450,000+ women in the state. But there are still thousands of low-income, uninsured or underinsured women who deserve the right to control their future.

They have just started with the goal of ensuring every woman in South Carolina, regardless of their bank balance or zip code, has equitable access to family planning and contraceptive healthcare.

Model of Success

Today, any woman in South Carolina has an equal opportunity to get whatever birth control she chooses, no matter where she lives or her economic status. That’s because we’ve built a complex ecosystem of 150+ health centers and diverse partners to combat our state’s contraceptive deserts and systematically remove barriers to care. By equipping providers to offer patient-centered, non-coercive contraceptive counseling and eight methods of free or low-cost, FDA-approved birth control, we’re bringing new opportunity and freedom to the women of South Carolina.

What has New Morning accomplished since its launch in 2017?

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Living in a Charleston Paradise – (Weird Al Style Lyrics to the tune of “Amish Paradise”)

January 6, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Living in a Charleston Paradise (Weird Al Style Song to the tune of “Amish Paradise”)

(Verse 1) As I walk through the charming streets of Charleston, I can’t help but feel the southern charm upon, The cobblestone roads and the historic sights, In this coastal city, where the days are bright.

Got my sweet tea sippin’ on the porch all day, With the palmetto trees, in a coastal bay, Living life in a slow-paced embrace, Charleston style, in this old-school space.

(Chorus) Living in Charleston, so serene, With the rainbow row, it’s a colorful scene, In the Holy City, where the history gleams, Living in Charleston, in the Lowcountry dreams.

(Verse 2) Tourists flock to the Battery, with their cameras high, Horse-drawn carriages passing by, Colonial houses standing tall and proud, Southern hospitality, in a Charleston crowd.

Rain or shine, it’s a water town, Bridges connect, and the sun goes down, Shrimp and grits on the dinner plate, Charleston life, it’s a sweet, sweet fate.

(Chorus) Living in Charleston, by the shore, Where the palmetto breeze, it will never bore, In the land of sweet tea, where the charm will soar, Living in Charleston, forevermore.

(Bridge) Gullah culture, with its vibrant hue, Sweetgrass baskets, made by hands so true, The sound of jazz in the summer air, In Charleston town, no worries to bear.

(Verse 3) Festivals and gardens, every corner’s a delight, In the Holy City, where the past takes flight, Azaleas blooming in the springtime sun, Charleston living, oh, it’s so much fun.

Southern belles and their parasols, Genteel manners, no need for squalls, The Ravenel Bridge, reaching for the sky, Charleston living, oh, my, oh my!

(Chorus) Living in Charleston, so divine, Where the Spanish moss, it do entwine, In this coastal haven, where the sun doth shine, Living in Charleston, in the Lowcountry prime.

(Outro) So, if you’re looking for a place to call your own, In the heart of the South, where the charm is sown, Come to Charleston, where the sweet tea flows, Living in the Holy City, where history glows.

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Coming Soon: Bodega opening a new location in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

January 5, 2024 by 0 Comments
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In a few short weeks, 414 Coleman Blvd, Mount Pleasant will be the new home of Bodega.

There is a buzz in the air in Mount Pleasant as one of downtown Charleston’s favorite restaurants is expanding.

With the latest reel on Instagram, it appears the sign is up and the final touches are being put on the facility. The Grand Opening is only a few weeks away!

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The Citadel and Southern Entertainment partner to bring world-class entertainment to the Charleston peninsula

January 5, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Johnson Hagood Stadium has been the home of The Citadel’s football program since 1948, but soon it will also be the largest concert venue in downtown Charleston.

The Citadel, in partnership with Southern Entertainment, will soon launch The Citadel Live Concert Series, which will bring internationally known musicians to Charleston and transform the stadium into one of the area’s largest entertainment venues.

“We are so excited to be able to offer these opportunities to our campus community as well as the Lowcountry as a whole,” said The Citadel Athletic Director Mike Capaccio. “There aren’t many venues in the area that have the large capacity and convenient location that Johnson Hagood Stadium provides. We hope that The Citadel Live Concert Series will bring more of our neighbors to campus while also enhancing the campus experience for our cadets, students, faculty and staff.”

The stadium recently underwent major upgrades, including the addition of a new, state-of-the art video board and sound system as well as artificial turf. The stadium can currently seat more than 11,000 people, and the East Side Stands Project will add an additional 2,000 seats and concessions to the venue. 

“I’ve had the privilege of participating in countless events throughout my career, but The Citadel Live Concert Series holds a special place in my heart,” said Robert Patterson, president of Special Ops Events. “Years of dedication and hard work have turned this dream into a reality. I couldn’t ask for more exceptional partners than The Citadel and Southern Entertainment, both unwavering in their commitment to the highest standards of excellence.”

“Our partnership with The Citadel seamlessly combines Special Ops Events’ expertise with Southern Entertainment’s event production prowess,” said Bob Durkin, president of Southern Entertainment. “This collaboration offers an exciting opportunity to bring top-notch entertainment to Charleston, meeting the city’s venue needs with The Citadel’s prime location and stunning views of the iconic Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge.”

The lineup for the series’ first season has not yet been released but will be made available in the coming weeks when tickets go on sale. For more information, click here.

Southern Entertainment is a full-service event and production company that specializes in the planning, marketing and execution of a wide range of concerts, festivals and other live music events. They have produced more than 500 events across the United States including the Carolina Country Music Fest, Lovin’ Life Music Fest, Kissmas, Gravedigger’s Ball and more. Southern Entertainment works with all genres in the music industry from Florida Georgia Line, to Calvin Harris and Flo Rida.

As the official production company of the Carolina Country Music Fest, Southern Entertainment has been recognized with major nominations such as ACM Festival of the Year and has continued to draw in crowds with sold out shows housing more than 30,000 fans. This partnership will facilitate local internship and employment opportunities as well as philanthropic opportunities for veterans, community members and alumni.

Special Ops Events, a veteran-owned and operated company headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, boasts a distinguished legacy in the Lowcountry. For over 15 years, their premier brand, Top Shelf Catering & Beverage Company, has been a cornerstone of numerous events. Robert Patterson, the dedicated owner and operator, is deeply engaged in the local community, collaborating with municipalities, charitable organizations, churches, state and federal agencies and a wide array of social gatherings.

The Citadel, with its iconic campus located in Charleston, South Carolina, offers a classic military college education for young men and women focused on leadership excellence and academic distinction. The approximately 2,300 members of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets are not required to serve in the military, but about one-third of each class earn commissions to become officers in every branch of U.S. military service. Citadel alumni have served the nation, their states and their communities as principled leaders since 1842. The Citadel Graduate College, founded more than 50 years ago, offers dozens of graduate degree, graduate certificate and evening undergraduate programs in the evening or online. Consecutively named Best Public College in the South by U.S. News & World Report for 13 years and No. 1 Best Public College for Veterans in the South for six years. Learn more about The Citadel here.

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Summerville, SC Based Advanced Technology International selected to manage new BARDA Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Preparedness Consortium

January 4, 2024 by 0 Comments
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SUMMERVILLE, S.C., Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Advanced Technology International (ATI) has been awarded an Other Transaction (OT) Agreement by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the Administration for Strategic Preparedness (ASPR) and Response within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, to serve as the consortium manager for the new 10-year Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Preparedness Consortium (BioMaP-Consortium). The BioMaP-Consortium aims to improve and expand the industrial and manufacturing base for medical countermeasures during and in between public health emergencies. The BioMaP-Consortium is comprised of industry partners across the drug and vaccine manufacturing supply chain, including manufacturers of required raw materials and consumables, suppliers of drug substance manufacturing and fill finish services, and developers of innovative manufacturing technologies.

“ATI recognizes the public health threats our nation faces, and we are committed to BARDA’s pursuit to fortify the nation’s health security and bolster preparedness and response capabilities,” said Chris Van Metre, ATI President and CEO. “We are honored to be selected to support BARDA in accelerating the development and delivery of these lifesaving medical countermeasures.”

For more information about the BioMaP-Consortium or to learn how to join, please visit biomap-consortium.org.

This project has been funded in whole or in part with federal funds from the Department of Health and Human Services; Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response; Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, under OT number #75A50123D00003.

ABOUT ATI:

ATI, a public-service nonprofit based in Summerville, S.C., builds and manages collaborations that conduct research and development of new capabilities to solve our nation’s most challenging problems. Supported by a community of experts from industry, academia, and government, ATI expedites innovation to help the federal government quickly identify and acquire novel technologies and solutions.

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Summerville, SC Ranked #5 Hottest Zip Code in latest study from Opendoor

January 4, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Today, new data from Opendoor shows Summerville ranked no. 5 — moving up from its previous ranking of no. 6— out of the top 20 ZIP codes in the US! 

Opendoor’s 2023 Hottest ZIP codes

  1. Cypress, TX – 77433 *Moved up from #7 
  2. Katy, TX – 77493 *Moved up from #3 
  3. Clarksville, TN – 37042 *Moved down from #1
  4. Yukon, OK  – 73099 *Moved down from #2
  5. Summerville, SC  – 29486 *Moved up from #6
  6. Forney, TX – 75126 *Moved down from #5
  7. Aubrey, TX – 76227 *Moved up from #13
  8. New Braunfels, TX – 78130 *Moved down from #4
  9. San Antonio, TX – 78253 *Moved up from #11
  10. Fort Worth, TX – 76179 *NEW
  11. Parker, CO – 80134 *Moved up from #20
  12. Port St. Lucie, FL – 34953 *Moved up from #19
  13. Leander, TX – 78641 *Moved down from #9
  14. Wake Forest, NC – 27587 *NEW
  15. Winter Garden, FL – 34787 *Moved down from #14
  16. Davenport, FL – 33837 *NEW
  17. Loganville, GA – 30052 *Moved down from #12
  18. Fuquay Varina, NC – 27526 *NEW
  19. St. Augustine, FL – 32092 *NEW
  20. Park Row, TX – 77449 *NEW

“This year’s hottest ZIPs are a clear progression of 2022’s list, where buyers sought out a tight-knit community and an abundance of activities,” says Jackson Upchesaw, Brokerage Lead for Opendoor. “Top neighborhoods such as Summerville reflect that homeowners prefer to escape the hustle and bustle of bigger cities for towns that offer most everything they need — including the right price. In addition to a cost of living that is below the national average, Summerville offers the convenient locations and turnkey homes that buyers seemed to seek out in 2023 — especially as mortgage rates reach their highest level in over 20 years.”

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In Its 25th Year, Charleston, SC Based Sales Focus Inc. Celebrates Historic Milestone with 52 New Clients in 2023

January 3, 2024 by 0 Comments
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Sales Focus Inc., the sales outsourcing pioneer, celebrates remarkable growth with a record number of 52 new clients acquired in 2023.

CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sales Focus Inc. (SFI), a distinguished sales outsourcing company with a legacy spanning 25 years, proudly announces it has successfully acquired a record number of 52 new clients in 2023, an exceptional milestone in its business journey. This significant achievement underscores SFI’s dedication to the sales industry as a whole, innovation, and meeting the evolving needs of its diverse clientele.

With the addition of 52 new clients in 2023, Sales Focus has experienced unparalleled growth, surpassing all previous records in its 25-year history. The company increased its Sales Center’s available workspace by more than 56 percent and has plans to expand again in 2024. SFI’s continued growth is a testament to its ability to identify new market opportunities and establish a compelling value proposition. This proactive approach to business development has resulted in a diverse range of clients spanning various industries from IT and healthcare to energy and telecommunications.

“As we celebrate 25 years of excellence, adding 52 new clients in a single year is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment of our team,” said Sales Focus Inc. Sales and Marketing Director Zach Horwath. “This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients and sets the stage for even greater accomplishments in the years to come.”

Sales Focus continues to innovate, introducing outsourced solutions that directly address the unique sales challenges faced by businesses of all industries. The company’s focus on understanding client needs and providing tailored services has contributed significantly to its widespread appeal.

As Sales Focus Inc. looks ahead to the future, the company remains dedicated to maintaining its position as the sales outsourcing industry leader and delivering unparalleled value to clients.

Sales Focus Inc.

Sales Focus Inc. (SFI) pioneered the sales outsourcing industry in 1998. Put simply, Sales Focus hires, trains, and manages successful inside and outside sales teams for its clients. SFI utilizes its proven S.O.L.D.™ methodology to develop a sales plan and manage a sales team that excels in client acquisition and revenue growth. Sales Focus guarantees to launch a sales program of any size anywhere in the world in 45 days or less.

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Charleston-North Charleston, SC Ranked #3 in Latest U-Haul Top Growth Cities Index List; Myrtle Beach #11

January 3, 2024 by 0 Comments
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PHOENIX, Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Florida destinations dominated the U.S. growth cities list again in 2023, with the Palm Bay-Melbourne market netting the largest number of movers in one-way U-Haul® equipment last year.

The U-Haul Growth Index found seven Florida markets among the top 25 growth cities last year. It marks the seventh year in a row the Sunshine State has had the most cities represented. Florida had four markets among the top 25 in 2022, and a whopping 10 in 2021.

The U-Haul Growth Index reveals seven Florida markets are among the top 25 U.S. growth cities for 2023 based on one-way U-Haul customer moves. It marks the seventh year in a row the Sunshine State has had the most cities represented on the growth cities list.
The U-Haul Growth Index reveals seven Florida markets are among the top 25 U.S. growth cities for 2023 based on one-way U-Haul customer moves. It marks the seventh year in a row the Sunshine State has had the most cities represented on the growth cities list.

Ocala, the No. 1 growth city in 2022, backslides one spot in the latest rankings. The Sarasota-Bradenton market ranks fourth just behind Charleston-North Charleston (S.C.). Austin is the fifth-ranked growth city – the first of three top-10 Texas destinations along with the College Station-Bryan market and Dallas.

U-Haul calculates growth cities by each city’s net gain (or loss) of one-way equipment from customer transactions in a calendar year. The U-Haul Growth Index is compiled from more than 2.5 million one-way U-Haul truck, trailer and U-Box® moving container transactions that occur annually across the U.S. and Canada. Neighboring cities in U-Haul markets are often packaged together for migration trends purposes.

In the Palm Bay-Melbourne market, 54.7% of all one-way U-Haul traffic was arriving compared to just 45.3% departing in 2023.

“Growth in the Palm Bay-Melbourne area has been increasing at an explosive rate,” stated Cal Conner, U-Haul Company of Eastern Florida president. “The Space Coast has many companies investing in this region and creating jobs such as Embraer®, SpaceX®, Northrop Grumman®, Lockheed Martin® and L3Harris Technologies®. We have a low cost of living compared to many of the northern cities people have left. Add to that our fantastic year-round climate, and you can see why Palm Bay-Melbourne is such a desirable area to live.”

Other notable markets to make the top 25 include Kissimmee-St. Cloud (Fla.), Charlotte (N.C.), Boise (Idaho), Knoxville (Tenn.) and Henderson (Nev.).

2023 U-Haul U.S. Growth Cities

1.PALM BAY-MELBOURNE, FL (4)
2.OCALA, FL (1)
3.CHARLESTON-NORTH CHARLESTON, SC (10)
4.SARASOTA-BRADENTON, FL
5.AUSTIN, TX
6.COLLEGE STATION-BRYAN, TX
7.CHARLOTTE, NC
8.HUNTSVILLE, AL (9)
9.DALLAS, TX
10.MYRTLE BEACH-NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC (17)
11.KISSIMMEE-ST. CLOUD, FL
12.PANAMA CITY-PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL
13.NORTH PORT, FL (6)
14.BOISE, ID
15.WAKE FOREST, NC
16.CONROE, TX (19)
17.KNOXVILLE, TN
18.SURPRISE, AZ (8)
19.AUBURN-OPELIKA, AL (5)
20.LAKELAND, FL (21)
21.MURFREESBORO, TN
22.WILMINGTON, NC
23.QUEEN CREEK, AZ
24.HENDERSON, NV (17)
25.NAMPA, ID

2022 growth rankings in parentheses

FIVE MORE notable cities that just missed the cut but posted strong net-gain numbers in 2023:

•   Clarksville, TN
•   Asheville, NC
•   Madison, WI
•   Chattanooga, TN
•   Tucson, AZ

While U-Haul migration trends do not correlate directly to population or economic growth, the U-Haul Growth Index is an effective gauge of how well states and cities are attracting and maintaining residents. Find the 2023 U-Haul growth states release here: Texas and Florida Top Growth States in 2023.

U-Haul is the authority on migration trends thanks to its expansive network that blankets all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. The geographical coverage from 23,000 U-Haul truck- and trailer-sharing locations provides a broad overview of where people are moving like no one else in the industry.

U-Haul continues to benefit the environment through its shared-use business model. Truck and trailer sharing enables communities to share moving equipment so that families and individuals don’t need to own large-capacity vehicles to transfer belongings. Sustainability initiatives like U-Haul Adaptive Reuse (the preserving and repurposing of existing buildings for new stores), truck modifications to improve fuel economy, and plastic Ready-To-Go Boxes® that are shared hundreds of times before being recycled are among the many ways U-Haul promotes green business. U-Box Load Share, the Company’s latest sustainability program, was just named the 2023 Best in Biz gold winner for the Most Environmentally Friendly Service of the Year.

About U-HAUL

Founded in 1945, U-Haul is the No. 1 choice of do-it-yourself movers with more than 23,000 rental locations across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. The enhanced U-Haul app makes it easier for customers to use U-Haul Truck Share 24/7 to access trucks anytime through the self-dispatch and self-return options on their smartphones through our patented Live Verify technology. Our customers’ patronage has enabled the U-Haul fleet to grow to 192,200 trucks, 138,500 trailers and 44,500 towing devices. U-Haul is the third largest self-storage operator in North America with 967,000 rentable units and 83.3 million square feet of self-storage space at owned and managed facilities. U-Haul is the top retailer of propane in the U.S. and the largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the automotive aftermarket industry. We were recently named one of America’s Best Large Employers (Forbes, 2023); a Best for Vets Employer (Military Times, 2022); and one of the Healthiest Workplaces in America (Healthiest Employers, 2022). Find careers at uhauljobs.com. Get the U-Haul app from the App Store or Google Play.

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Argyle Real Estate Partners Enters Charleston, SC MSA with the Acquisition of Newbrook Point Hope

January 3, 2024 by 0 Comments
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TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Argyle Real Estate Partners (Argyle), a real estate investment firm focused on multifamily acquisitions in the Southeast and Texas, today announced the closing of Newbrook Point Hope (Newbrook), a 264-unit community located in Charleston, SC, an extension of the affluent and highly desirable Daniel Island submarket. The acquisition marks the Company’s first in the Charleston market.

Newbrook Point Hope, Charleston, SC
Newbrook Point Hope, Charleston, SC

“Argyle is pleased to tap into unchartered territory and close out the year with the acquisition of Newbrook,” said Ryan Reyes, CEO for Argyle Real Estate Partners. “Given its location and accessibility, the mint condition of the asset, and the development planned for the area, which we believe will help spur future growth, we’re confident that Newbrook will be one of our standout properties.”

Newbrook is at the epicenter of the ‘Point Hope’ Masterplan Development; a master development plan that contains single-family residential homes from many of the nation’s top builders, multifamily housing, retail and office space, and brand-new A-rated public schools.

The 2021-vintage Newbrook offers studios, and 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments with unique and spacious floorplans averaging over 1,000 sf ft. Apartments feature stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, walk-in closets, modern fixtures, and full-size washers and dryers; while the property’s amenity suite, which draws its design and inspiration from the area’s coastal surroundings, includes a full-service clubhouse, a resort-style saltwater pool, a pickleball court, fitness center, an impressive dog park known as the “Doggy Paddle”, and ample green space with community trails for walking, biking, and running that also provide access to other neighboring attractions. Greystar will oversee operations onsite.

Newbrook is 25 minutes from Downtown Charleston, the main manufacturing (Boeing and Mercedes) and healthcare hub in Charleston; and Daniel Island is home to major employers such as: Benefitfocus (county’s largest employer), Booz Allen Hamilton and Gildan. 

“Newbrook fits our investment criteria of buying well located assets for below replacement cost in strong and desirable submarkets,” said Mike Cacciatore, Principal for Argyle Real Estate Partners. “By being within walking distance to Publix, 30K SF of quality retail, and A-rated public schools, Newbrook offers access to an unparalleled, walkable community that is and will remain desirable to prospective tenants over the long term.” 

SOURCE Argyle Real Estate Partners