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Gulf Relay Expands Operations with the Opening of a Second Terminal in Wellford, South Carolina

April 8, 2024

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WELLFORD, S.C., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Gulf Relay, a Mississippi-founded, asset-based transportation company, is delighted to announce the opening of its terminal in Wellford, South Carolina, which occurred on January 2^nd, 2024. This strategic expansion comes in response to the high growth potential observed in upstate South Carolina, and it marks a significant milestone in Gulf Relay’s commitment to providing efficient and reliable transportation solutions.

The decision to establish a presence in Wellford is driven by Gulf Relay’s vision to tap into the thriving opportunities in the region and access a broader pool of skilled drivers. The I-85 corridor has been identified as a key area for growth, and Gulf Relay is eager to contribute to the economic development of this region.

The Wellford terminal includes an on-site office, an 8,000 square foot maintenance shop, 25 trailer spots, 20 truck spots, and convenient driver parking. These amenities are designed to enhance operational efficiency, provide basic maintenance services, and create a welcoming environment for Gulf Relay’s dedicated team of drivers.

Heading the operations at the Wellford terminal is Jason Mefford, a seasoned professional with 15 years of truckload experience. His leadership and expertise in the industry will play a pivotal role in ensuring the terminal’s success and maintaining Gulf Relay’s high standards of service.

“We are thrilled to announce the opening of our second terminal in Wellford, South Carolina. This expansion is a testament to Gulf Relay’s commitment to growth and our dedication to serving our clients with excellence,” said Andy Vanzant, Chief Operational Officer at Gulf Relay.

Gulf Relay remains committed to fostering a culture of safety, growth, and service excellence in the transportation sector. The new terminal in Wellford represents a key step in achieving these goals and reinforces Gulf Relay’s position as a leader in the logistics and transportation industry.

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About Gulf Relay:
Gulf Relay is a Mississippi-founded, asset-based transportation provider committed to providing reliable, safe, customer-centric transportation solutions. Gulf Relay continues to expand its operations and services to meet the evolving needs of its clients and the transportation industry.

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First Pedestrian Cable-stayed Swing Bridge in US Coming in 2027 – This $72.6M project will be in Charleston, South Carolina

April 7, 2024

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Work on the 4,100-ft project in Charleston, SC, with a movable center span, set to start in 2024

Superior Construction is expected to start work next year on a pedestrian swing bridge over the Ashley River in Charleston, S.C. If completed as planned in 2027, the 4,100-ft-long bridge—with a 225-ft-long cable-stayed center swing span for the passage of marine traffic—would rank as the first of its type in the U.S., according to Superior, the design-builder.

Working with design partner Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Superior expects to kick off design for the $72.6-million project in November, 2023. The anticipated groundbreaking, with at-grade tie-ins to existing infrastructure on each end of the project, is the second quarter of next year, says Richard Kirkman, Carolinas’ division manager at Superior. Work on the bridge itself would start later next year.

The bridge would connect downtown Charleston to the city’s West Ashley area. The plan is to build the movable span in the open position to minimize impacts to marine traffic.

“We were challenged by the city to come up with a unique design,” says Kirkman, that included the horizontal cable-stayed movable span. “When you approach a design-build project, you try to approach it with an open mind, and think outside the box.”

The design was developed with engineer TranSystems, and its subcontractor COWI, he adds. That helped the team secure the contract from the city.

According to a city website, the idea for the pedestrian bridge dates to an $18.1-million BUILD grant Charleston received in 2019. The city, county and the Medical University of South Carolina matched the grant to the tune of $4.6 million, for a total $22.7 million.

The city’s initial cost projections of about $42 million were found to be insufficient as firms began to submit proposals, local media reported in September. City officials cited inflation and construction costs for the increase.

The design-build project will be funded by Charleston, Charleston County, the South Carolina Dept. of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration. The bridge will be constructed with large-diameter drilled shaft foundations of 8 ft to 9 ft.

Five connected longitudinal spans will traverse the river itself. This includes the cable-stayed center span, with its hydraulics for swinging, and four others constructed of traditional girders with cast deck spans. On other parts of the bridge, 34-ft-long spans will cross the marshy areas with a precast prestressed concrete box-slab design stacked transversely to create the riding and walking surface, Kirkman says—an approach that’s expected to speed design, fabrication and construction.

The impetus for the bridge is safety. More than 63,000 cars cross the Ashley River every day on two parallel bridges with narrow sidewalks, which resulted in more than 100 pedestrian-related crashes from 2014-19, according to a release from Superior. A key feature of the bridge will be a V-shaped pylon, while the bridge’s outward-leaning stay cable plane will reduce risk of ice on cables falling onto the pedestrian path.

Most of the bridge will be 15 ft wide, with tapering portions to expand to 24 ft for the five spans crossing the river. The scope of work also includes new movable bridge operations with CCTV monitors, a touchscreen display and discrete pushbuttons for the gates, as well as s trailhead with benches, water stations and bike repair stations.

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Photo: The Ashley River Pedestrian Bridge will feature a 225-ft movable cable-stayed span to allow passage of marine traffic – Rendering courtesy JMT/COWI

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Lowcountry Rapid Transit Receives $1.2 Million Attainable Housing Planning Grant for Phase 3 of Transit Oriented Development Study

April 5, 2024

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North Charleston, SC – Lowcountry Rapid Transit (LCRT), a 21.3-mile bus rapid transit system and South Carolina’s first mass transit infrastructure project, has received a $1.2 million Federal Transit Administration grant to advance Transit Oriented Development (TOD) planning by focusing on implementation of affordable housing strategies in the project corridor.

Phase 3 of the LCRT TOD Study will develop a strategic affordable housing blueprint along the LCRT line. The study will feature station area site plans, zoning and policy progression, neighborhood plans, and community outreach and education.

“Planning work in Phase 3 of the LCRT TOD Study will align regional attainable housing initiatives with bike, pedestrian and transit infrastructure to support multimodal connectivity and provide residents safe access to transit stations by foot or bike,” said CARTA Chairman and Charleston City Councilmember Mike Seekings.

The study will enable mixed use development in station areas where multimodal infrastructure supports it, and Phase 3 will expand collaboration with both public and private sector partners.

“LCRT is rapidly progressing and continues to enjoy the full support of the Federal government and local partners in its efforts to improve and connect our region,” said Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments Executive Director Ron Mitchum. BCDCOG is the project’s sponsor agency.

Nearly all the grant funding comes from FTA’s Pilot Program for TOD planning, which provides resources to local communities to integrate land use and transportation planning into new fixed guideway or core capacity expansion projects.

The LCRT award is part of $17.6 million distributed to 20 projects in 16 states aimed at supporting community efforts to improve access to public transportation. The grants help organizations plan for transportation projects that connect communities and improve access to transit and affordable housing, per the FTA.

Phase 1 of the TOD study concluded that over half of the renters in the LCRT corridor are housing burdened, even more for low-income and minority populations, and set a target of 20% affordable housing units along the BRT line. Phase 2 TOD is advancing five strategies to support affordable housing implementation; however, as that work has advanced, more challenges and opportunities have been identified. Phase 3 will work to address this dynamic housing issue over an 18-month time period.

WHAT REGIONAL LEADERS ARE SAYING …
“LCRT is a historic opportunity to strengthen connectivity throughout our region, so working to increase citizens’ access to attainable housing throughout the project area just makes sense,” said Charleston County Council Chairman Herb Sass. “Put simply, this project is about more than transportation – it’s about enhancing quality of life for residents of Charleston County and beyond, and this is an important step in that direction.”

“Lowcountry Rapid Transit is a transformational project for our region. This Phase 3 award is critical to the success of LCRT,” said Wil Riley, CEO of the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors®. “Attainable housing is needed throughout the region and placing housing near transit is a smart solution for our growing community.”

“Lowcountry Rapid Transit is a step forward for our community, creating opportunities for mobility and affordable housing solutions.” said North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess. “This project goes beyond transportation, establishing a platform for inclusive growth and prosperity across our region.”

“The marriage of transit and attainable housing will be a key factor in our region’s success for decades to come,”said Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Bryan Derreberry. “The Chamber and its membership look forward to continued collaboration with our public sector partners in this important work.”

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About Lowcountry Rapid Transit
The Lowcountry Rapid Transit (LCRT) project is a planned 21.3-mile Bus Rapid Transit project with over half of the line operating in center-running, dedicated bus lanes. The project will serve 20 stations and 3 park & rides every 10 minutes during peak hours with 60′ battery electric buses, on-route charging and Transit Signal Priority (TSP). The project is currently in engineering with revenue service anticipated to start in 2029. For more information, visit the project website at LowcountryRapidTransit.com.

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U.S. News Announces Inaugural Best Bed & Breakfasts Rankings: Wentworth Mansion and Zero George Street named among the nations best

April 5, 2024

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More than 250 B&Bs recognized across 17 top U.S. destinations.

WASHINGTON, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. News & World Report, publisher of Best Hotels, Best Vacations and Best Cruise Lines, today revealed the inaugural 2024 Best Bed & Breakfasts rankings, which recognizes more than 250 bed-and-breakfasts, inns and small hotels across the United States.

The rankings recognize top properties in 17 cities and small towns, chosen based on U.S. News user research indicating that staying in B&B accommodations in these destinations would be of particular interest to travelers.

“B&Bs typically offer a unique atmosphere, a complimentary breakfast and a cultural experience authentic to their given location,” said Zach Watson, senior travel editor at U.S. News. “The 2024 Best Bed & Breakfasts rankings offer travelers options for staying at a top-rated property, with all the charm and personal touches of an intimate stay.”

U.S. News ranks B&B properties based on star ratings and both expert and guest sentiment by collecting annual awards from distinguished travel publications and TripAdvisor user scores. For more information on our rankings, please see our methodology page.

The following bed-and-breakfasts have been named best in their market:

Asheville, North Carolina
1. Abbington Green Bed & Breakfast Inn and Spa
2. Biltmore Village Inn

Bar Harbor, Maine
1. Balance Rock Inn
2. Bass Cottage & Ullikana Inn

Boston
1. Clarendon Square
2. Green Turtle Floating Bed and Breakfast

Burlington, Vermont
1. Stone Hill Inn
2. Made INN Vermont, an Urban-Chic Boutique Bed and Breakfast

Cape May, New Jersey
1. The Virginia Hotel
2. The Southern Mansion

Charleston, South Carolina
1. Wentworth Mansion
2. Zero George Street

Charlottesville, Virginia
1. Albemarle Estate at Trump Winery
2. Arcady Vineyard Bed & Breakfast

Fredericksburg, Texas
1. Hoffman Haus
2. Cotton Gin Village

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
1. The Inn at White Oak
2. Brickhouse Inn Bed & Breakfast

Key West, Florida
1. The Gardens Hotel
2. Key West Harbor Inn

Lancaster, Pennsylvania
1. The Lancaster Bed & Breakfast
2. EJ Bowman House Bed and Breakfast

New Orleans
1. The Soniat House Hotel
2. Auld Sweet Olive Bed and Breakfast

Newport, Rhode Island
1. The Chanler at Cliff Walk
2. Hydrangea House Inn

Portland, Maine
1. Blind Tiger Portland – Danforth Street
2. Blind Tiger Portland – Carleton Street

Salem, Massachusetts
1. Amelia Payson House
2. Morning Glory Bed & Breakfast

Savannah, Georgia
1. Hamilton-Turner Inn
2. Kehoe House

St. Augustine, Florida
1. The Collector Luxury Inn
2. The Cedar House Inn

For more information on the Best Bed & Breakfasts, explore Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok and Instagram using #BestBedandBreakfasts.

About U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report is the global leader in quality rankings that empower consumers, business leaders and policy officials to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives and communities. A multifaceted digital media company with Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News, Real Estate, Careers and 360 Reviews platforms, U.S. News provides rankings, independent reporting, data journalism, consumer advice and U.S. News Live events. More than 40 million people visit USNews.com each month for research and guidance. Founded in 1933, U.S. News is headquartered in Washington, D.C.

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Remembering the Life of Walter Scott: A poignant commentary from Avery Research Center on the anniversary of his passing

April 5, 2024

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Yesterday, April 4, on the ninth anniversary of the untimely slaying of Walter Scott, the Avery Research Center put out an emotional tribute and reflection on the life of Walter Scott who was taken away on April 4, 2015 in North Charleston.

We are so thankful to Avery Research Center and College of Charleston for keeping the conversation going with poignancy and thoughtfulness.

On this day in history, April 4, 2015, Walter Scott was killed in an officer-involved shooting. He was born on February 9, 1965 in North Charleston, South Carolina. Scott served in the U.S. Coast Guard for two years and worked vocational jobs in the Charleston area after his discharge. He came from a large family and was himself a father of four.

His death at the hands of former North Charleston police officer Michal Slager, which was caught on film by eyewitness Feidin Santana, led to a public indictment of the culture of policing in the Tri-County area.

While Slager alleged that Scott gained control of his taser, prompting him to fire his weapon, Santana’s footage proved otherwise. In the video, Scott never gained control of Slager’s taser and was running away when Slager shot him in the back. The video further revealed Slager tampering with evidence.

In 2015, Slager was indicted for Scott’s murder, pleaded guilty to charges of civil rights violations and was sentenced to 20 years in prison. Scott’s death helped launch a South Carolina law that required all law enforcement officers to wear body cameras. While it was marketed as a tool to ensure trust in and transparency from law enforcement, it has not been a solution to the issue of police crimes.

Today we commemorate Walter Scott’s memory and how his life and death have prompted us to think more critically about and take action against the impact of over policing of our communities.

Image: Michael Scott, undated (courtesy of ABC News)

Banner Photo Description and Credit: Judy Scott holds a photo of her son, Walter Scott, in Charleston, South Carolina Thursday. Photograph: Randall Hill/Reuters

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Charleston, SC based Bright Beauty Collective and founder Susannah Dellinger are bringing conscious beauty products to the forefront

April 3, 2024

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Did you know the global beauty industry contributes 100 billion units to total plastic packaging consumption annually? Add on energy consumption, waste dumping, waterway contamination and the over-sourcing of indigenous ingredients, and it’s clear why the beauty industry is ranked as the second highest contributor to the planet’s pollution, behind oil and gas. With so many ingredients listed on a beauty product that are unfamiliar, harmful and misleadingly labeled, it’s easy to question what we’re consuming. Since 2009, 595 cosmetics manufacturers have reported using 88 chemicals in more than 73,000 products that have been linked to cancer, congenital disabilities or reproductive harm.

Enter Susannah Dellinger, founder and CEO of Bright Beauty Collective (BBC) and a pioneer of conscious beauty. After working over 17 years as a top executive for leading luxury beauty brands, Dellinger started a personal health journey when faced with sudden hormonal issues, adult-onset acne, unexplained infertility and a devastating miscarriage. She soon realized the ugly truth about the world of beauty: it was doing more harm (to both herself and the planet) than good.

Susannah Dellinger

Dellinger began to discover effective brands with beautiful skincare and makeup products that left out toxicities, utilized alternative energy sources, gave back to the community, used reusable packaging and minimized beauty’s footprint on the planet. With a firm belief that these rising conscious beauty brands could compete against the big names if given the right access to retail advantages, she founded BBC in October 2021, a leading retail sales agency based in Charleston dedicated to elevating best-in-class conscious beauty brands in top retailers nationally and beyond. Using her expertise in luxury beauty, Dellinger is giving conscious beauty brands and their founders a voice, presence and the tools to stand out on the shelves, with the hope that big-name brands will take notice and start following suit.

BBC works with elevated, conscious beauty brands Indie Lee, OGEE, One Love Organics, Jillian Dempsey, RMS Beauty, Solara Suncare and Kjaer Weis. For brands to be considered conscious, they must meet the Bright Beauty Standard consisting of four key elements:

Product – Creating thoughtful formulations while valuing high performance and innovation.

Planet – Reducing their impact on the planet and its climate.

People – Demonstrating a commitment to social responsibility, diversity, equity, inclusion and community (with BBC itself donating 3-5% of monthly profits to OneWorld Health).

Progress – Driving progress in the industry to truly make a better world through beauty.

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A Murder in Augusta? Novelist Nathan Edmondson Premiers New Crime Thriller THE MASTER

April 3, 2024

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PARK CITY, Calif., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — “A Novel of Golf and Death.”

Fans of suspense, intrigue and golf are in for a treat as acclaimed author Nathan Edmondson announces the release of his latest page-turner THE MASTER from Palmetto Publishing and Meridian Imprints.

In THE MASTER, Edmondson crafts a tale of suspense that grabs readers from the first page. Set against the backdrop of the Masters tournament in Augusta, GA, the novel follows a young virtuoso golfer competing in the tournament while embroiled in the investigation around the death of his caddy.

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From the book:

Augusta, Georgia is host to the most prestigious sporting event in the world. Every April, Augusta’s tournament invites the greatest golfers into the heart of the South to compete for the coveted green jacket. It is a “Tradition Unlike Any Other.” Especially when, on the eve of the opening rounds, a body is found swinging over the 12th green – at the infamous Amen Corner.

Young South Africa virtuoso Jonni Lombard arrives to Georgia to discover that his caddie Willy Sharpe is dead. Local Detective Ryals Hall works with local and international authorities to uncover the twisted and complex crime that leads to the apparent suicide of Jonni’s caddie, all while Jonni competes in the world’s most deceptive, challenging and historic golf tournament.

The Master is a crime novel, woven with international intrigue that celebrates the history and legacy of the greatest game of golf in the world.

“This is a book born of appreciation for the greatest course and tournament in golf,” said Edmondson. “Augusta is my hometown, and this takes the reader on an unexpected trip through the most unique week in sports.”

Edmondson releases THE MASTER as part of a three-book deal through Meridian Imprints and Palmetto Publishing. In this novel, Edmondson tackles new subject matter, setting and style. Edmondson has previously worked in literature, comics and film and television.

The Master is available for purchase April 8 from all major retailers, including Barnes and Noble and Amazon. For more information about the book and the author, visit nathanedmondson.com/the-master.

Nathan Edmondson is the writer of many hit graphic novels, the ghostwriter and writing coach of major international publications. He works in Africa, developing wildlife protection capabilities and in the United States in the security industry. He lives in Park City where he raises his children far from his homes state of Georgia, but with as much southern heritage as possible.

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Century Complete Announces New Community Near Savannah, Georgia

April 2, 2024

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RINCON, Ga., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS), one of the nation’s largest homebuilders and an industry leader in online home sales, has announced that its Century Complete brand is now selling at Pine Brook, a new community in Rincon featuring quality single-family floor plans, affordably priced from the low $300s.

Gardner Floor Plan | New Homes in Rincon, GA | Pine Brook by Century Complete

Essex Floor Plan | New Homes Near Savannah, GA | Pine Brook by Century Complete

Ideally situated just north of Savannah’s employment and entertainment hubs, and part of the sought-after Effingham County School District, Pine Brook offers three two-story floor plans with up to five bedrooms, three bathrooms and two-bay garages—all featuring modern open-concept layouts with attractive features like flex spaces, great rooms and more.

Learn more and explore available homes at www.CenturyCommunities.com/PineBrook.

“Pine Brook represents a natural continuation of our growth in Georgia, offering a selection of affordable and appealing floor plans in a prime location near Savannah,” said National President Greg Huff. “We’ve already seen strong interest at this community, with several homes under contract, so it’s a great time for buyers to explore available homes online and find their best fit while opportunities last.”

NEED IN-PERSON ASSISTANCE? VISIT OUR LOWCOUNTRY SALES STUDIO.

While our state-of-the-art online homebuying process allows you to buy on your terms—24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year—we also offer in-person assistance from local experts at our Sales Studio in Pooler!

107 Central Boulevard
Pooler, GA 31322
912.335.3795

THE FREEDOM OF ONLINE HOMEBUYING

Century Complete is proud to feature its industry-first online homebuying experience on all available homes in Georgia, allowing homebuyers to easily find their best fit and purchase when they’re ready—all while continuing to work with their local real estate agent of choice. Homebuyers can further streamline the homebuying process by financing online with Century Complete’s affiliate lender, Inspire Home Loans^®.

How it works:

Shop homes at CenturyCommunities.com
Click “Buy Now” on any available home
Fill out a quick Buy Online form
Electronically submit an initial earnest money deposit
Electronically sign a purchase contract via DocuSign^®

Learn more about the Buy Online experience at www.CenturyCommunities.com/online-homebuying.

About Century Communities

Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS) is one of the nation’s largest homebuilders and an industry leader in online home sales. Through its Century Communities and Century Complete brands, Century’s mission is to build attractive, high-quality homes at affordable prices to provide its valued customers with A HOME FOR EVERY DREAM^®. Century is engaged in all aspects of homebuilding—including the acquisition, entitlement and development of land, along with the construction, innovative marketing and sale of quality homes designed to appeal to a wide range of homebuyers. The Company operates in 18 states and over 45 markets across the U.S., and also offers title, insurance and lending services in select markets through its Parkway Title, IHL Home Insurance Agency, and Inspire Home Loans subsidiaries. To learn more about Century Communities, please visit www.centurycommunities.com.

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Make Your Beach Visit a Breeze: Important Beach Park Tips from Charleston County Parks

April 2, 2024

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(CHARLESTON COUNTY) – With spring break upon us and summer just around the corner, many locals and tourists will soon flock to the Lowcountry’s beaches. Charleston County Parks encourages all beachgoers to familiarize themselves with important information and best practices to ensure the most enjoyable and safe time at our local beach parks.

The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) operates Folly Beach County Park, Isle of Palms County Park, and Kiawah Beachwalker Park. From spring break through September, the beaches are quieter on weekdays, with weekends, holidays and Fridays seeing large crowds.

CCPRC encourages beachgoers to take note of the following tips and important information:

Park Capacity

While approaching the islands, CCPRC encourages drivers look for digital highway signs denoting beach park capacity. The capacity of the parking lot for CCPRC’s beach parks will be updated in real time by staff, so guests know before they reach the park if parking is full.

Kiawah Island

Kiawah Beachwalker Park has 150 parking spots and usually fills to capacity by 10:30 a.m. during the summer. The Town of Kiawah enforces a traffic ordinance that prohibits vehicles from idling or parking outside the entrance to Kiawah Beachwalker Park. If the park is full upon arrival, staff can add guests to a virtual line. Timely updates and text notifications alert customers as they move to the front of the queue. Parking for buses, RVs, and/or campers is never guaranteed, even on weekdays.

Isle of Palms

Isle of Palms County Park has 445 parking spots and usually fills to capacity by 10:30 a.m. on weekends and holidays, with spots becoming available again more consistently in the late afternoon. When the parking lot is full, police will allow up to about 20 vehicles to wait in line for spaces to open. Once the turn lane outside the park is full, police direct vehicles to keep moving to other parking areas not operated by CCPRC. Be aware of City of Isle of Palms parking ordinances. And note that there are only two lanes of traffic leaving Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island. On a crowded day, if weather or another event creates a reason for everyone to try leaving the islands at once, traffic will back up, and it could take up to two hours for the park to empty.

Folly Beach

Folly Beach County Park has 225 parking spots and usually fills to capacity by 10:30 a.m. on weekends and holidays, with spots becoming available again more consistently in the late afternoon. When the parking lot is full, look for City of Folly Beach parking lots on West Ashley Ave. to prevent blocking roads and driveways. Review City of Folly Beach parking ordinances in order to avoid being towed or ticketed.

Pets on the Beach

Pets must always remain leashed within the parks, and each municipality has their own ordinances pertaining to dogs on the beach:

City of Folly Beach, City of Isle of Palms, Town of Kiawah Island

Alcohol & Smoking

· Possession or consumption of alcohol is not allowed at any of the beach parks.

· Smoking, vaping and tobacco use are prohibited at CCPRC facilities, programs and events.

· Additional beach park rules and information can be read on the parks’ webpages: https://ccprc.com/3222/Beach-Parks

Safety tips

· Swim near a lifeguard when possible and obey their commands

· Watch children at all times

· Learn to identify a rip current and how to break free from one by swimming parallel to the shore (more info from USLA)

· Seek shelter when lightning is in the area

Other Resources

Keep up to date on the latest beach traffic reports by downloading the Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Government’s Beach Reach app, available for Apple and Android. Also consider taking CARTA’s Beach Reach Shuttle to Isle of Palms County Park.

For more information on Charleston County Parks beach parks and safety, call 843-795-4386 or visit CharlestonCountyParks.com (direct link to the beach park page: https://ccprc.com/3222/Beach-Parks).

The mission of CCPRC is to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs and services. The large park system features over 11,000 acres of property and includes six regional parks, three beach parks, four seasonally-lifeguarded beach areas, three dog parks, two landmark fishing piers, three waterparks, 19 boat landings, a skate park, a historic plantation site, a climbing wall, a challenge course, an interpretive center, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground, a marina, as well as wedding, meeting and event facilities. CCPRC also offers a wide variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, and much more. For more information on CCPRC, call 843-795-4386, or visit www.charlestoncountyparks.com.

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The Dairy Alliance Supports Runners at Cooper River Bridge Run Expo

April 2, 2024

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Highlights dairy milk’s performance benefits and advocates for #TEAMMILK, April 4 -5

CHARLESTON, S.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Dairy Alliance, a nonprofit funded by dairy farmers in the Southeast, is heading to the races and will be supporting the Cooper River Bridge Run Expo in Charleston. The organization will have a presence at the two-day Bridge Run Expo preceding the race on April 4 and 5 at the Charleston Area Convention Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston, SC 29418.

“Running is one of the most practiced and accessible sports in the world, and dairy milk is a key player in this sport. Its nutrient profile makes it a powerhouse for training, hydration, and recovery for everyday athletes,” said Geri Berdak, Chief Executive Officer at The Dairy Alliance. “Milk provides performance benefits many runners look for through a unique nutrient package tailored for runners, including high-quality protein, electrolytes, B vitamins, vitamin D, and calcium, yet most runners do not include milk as part of their training nutrition. The Dairy Alliance is working to help change this!”

The race is a 10k walk-run that spans point to point from Mt. Pleasant to downtown Charleston. It also features a Kids Run and Family Festival. The run draws around 40,000 participants.

Visit and connect with registered dietitian, Tori Medelin, Director of Sports Nutrition at the College of Charleston, and The Dairy Alliance during the Bridge Run Expo on April 4 from Noon-8 p.m. or April 5 from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. The pre-race expo features nearly 200 vendor booths, and The Dairy Alliance will be providing white milk, free giveaways, and nutrition information to attendees.

“This expo is one of a number of races that are leading up to Every Woman’s Marathon, an initiative led by MilkPEP. The Dairy Alliance is committed to showing up big for women and the race on April 6 is just the beginning,” added Berdak.

Fans can show their support Every Woman’s Marathon, designed to revolutionize the marathon landscape which has been historically male-centric, by joining #TEAMMILK. Simply, sign up for Every Woman’s Marathon, either as a runner or a supporter, and you can become part of the special #TeamMilk community. Visit https://everywomansmarathon.com to learn more.

For more information about The Dairy Alliance, visit https://thedairyalliance.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram @TheDairyAlliance.

About The Dairy Alliance
The Dairy Alliance is a nonprofit funded by dairy farm families of the Southeast. We work diligently with dairy farmers, schools, sports teams, health professionals, local organizations, state leaders, the media, and the public to promote dairy foods and knowledge about the dairy industry. Our efforts center in eight states: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

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