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National Casting Call for Mothers and Daughters for TLC show “Smothered”

October 27, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Is Your Wife/Girlfriend EXTREMELY CLOSE To Her Mother? (Casting Nationwide)

🎥Casting Incredibly Close-Knit Mother & Daughter Duos for the hit television series, “sMothered.”

💯Do you think that your wife/girlfriend/partner’s relationship with her mother is extreme, unusual and closer than most mom’s and daughter’s? Does their relationship blur boundaries? Do you ever get upset or annoyed by their supreme closeness? Are they always together? Laughing? Texting? Gossiping and sharing secrets? Does your wife’s/GF’s mom know personal details about you or your love life? Do you ever find their relationship too close? Do you ever feel conflict/caught in the middle?

Producers are looking for EXTREMELY CLOSE mom and daughter duo’s who are well and above the “average” mom and daughter. Candidates are PAID for taking part and get to star in a HIT television series!

📧To apply, please email: smotheredtvcasting@gmail.com Please provide: Names/Ages, Contact Information, City/STate, Social Handles, Brief Bio and recent photos.

❗NOTE: Mom & daughter must live within the same state and both be over 18.

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Gret Mackintosh awarded 2022 Griffith-Reyburn Lowcountry Artist of the Year by Coastal Community Foundation

October 18, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Coastal Community Foundation is honored to announce Gret Mackintosh as the 2022 Griffith-Reyburn Lowcountry Artist of the Year. The Lowcountry Artist of the Year award supports the creation of a new artwork that represents the look and feel of the South Carolina Lowcountry’s lifestyle, culture or environment.

After a 13-year career as a landscape architect, Mackintosh decided in 2018 to focus on her art full-time. She is a painter, working primarily with acrylics, but also with watercolors and oils occasionally. Drawing on her background, Mackintosh’s work is often nature-inspired, with her latest pieces focusing on aerial views of the Charleston region.

For the Griffith-Reyburn award, Mackintosh plans to paint an aerial map of the Charleston peninsula framed by the Ashley and Cooper Rivers on each side. While the medium, size and subject of this piece will be similar to her previous work, this will be her first time painting a more detailed depiction of downtown Charleston.

“Maps are relatable to everyone, that’s the neatest thing about them,” said Mackintosh. “The Lowcountry is so full of character of all types: a rich history of land, waterways and natural features that shape our lives every day, roads and bridges and the urban areas that provide connections. This painting will tell a unique story of the Lowcountry.”

The Lowcountry Artist of the Year award was established at Coastal Community Foundation in 2003 by Mike Griffith and Donna Reyburn. The $6,000 grant is intended to cover the artist’s living expenses during the creation of the piece, allowing more time and energy to be spent on the artistic process.

Once complete in the fall of 2022, the piece will remain the personal property of the artist, to keep, show or sell at her discretion. Mackintosh’s past work can be found online at gretmackintosh.com.

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Folly Beach was named one of America’s Top 25 Hippie Hideouts

October 16, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Alot.com has named its 25 Top Hippie Hideouts in the United States and our beloved Folly Beach made the list.

The publication described Folly Beach by saying:

“Charleston, South Carolina might be the most famous trendy city in the state, but if you want a real hippie experience, you’re going to want to travel a few miles south of the city to the town of Folly Beach. This place is so far out that you might not even realize you’re still in South Carolina! 

Though you might not realize it, Folly Beach is prime real estate for surfing, so the town attracts all sorts of laid-back, beach bum types—perfect for any hippie at heart! After a day of surfing, you might even find that a drum circle has spontaneously coalesced on the shore. And don’t forget to give Bert’s 24-hour market when the munchies hit at strange times!”

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Imagine All The People Living Life in Peace – Today we remember John Lennon on the Anniversary of his birth and the release of “Imagine”

October 9, 2022 by 0 Comments
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“What is the use of a house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on?” – Henry David Thoreau

Imagine that, today would have marked the 82nd birthday of John Lennon and yesterday marked the 51st anniversary of the release of “Imagine”

Thank goodness the dreamers still live on…

About Imagine

This Day in History:  October 8, 1971

On this day in 1971, October 8, one of the greatest songs ever written was released.  On October 8, 1971, one day before his 31st birthday, John Lennon released “Imagine”, a song that today, still provides a global message of peace, love, and unity.  Its words, so simple and clear, resonate with power and emotion.

Let us take a few moments to listen to his words and think about how we make the world a better place

John Lennon, the Dreamer

John Lennon was a man who led a revolt, a revolt for peace around the world. Tolerance and acceptance are sometimes the most simple yet most difficult things to achieve. John believed in both. He united children, adults, enemies, and families and taught us to love one another through selfless actions and generosity.

John didn’t believe in religious differences, race or ethnic differences, or social barriers. He believed in the goals of respect, equality, and peace.

Deep down inside, once you shed the fame and celebrity status, was a simple man who created a vision with his music that so many of us try to adhere to each and every day.

He only asked one thing of all of us and that is to look inside ourselves for the truth.

John once said “A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality.” Think about that statement. We all share a common goal in life and that is happiness. Some find happiness in material wealth while others find it in the comfort of being surrounded by loved ones. He broke the barriers of difference and promoted individual thought coated with the bond of true love.

John transcended reality and fantasy and made it one. He wanted us to believe in everything and the magic it has to offer.

Here are just a few of the most inspirational words he was able to share during his living years:

“Everything is clearer when you’re in love.”

“I believe in everything until it’s disproved. So I believe in fairies, the myths, dragons. It all exists, even if it’s in your mind. Who’s to say that dreams and nightmares aren’t as real as the here and now?”

“If someone thinks that love and peace is a cliche that must have been left behind in the Sixties, that’s his problem. Love and peace are eternal.”

“Imagine all the people living life in peace. You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you’ll join us, and the world will be as one.”

“It doesn’t matter how long my hair is or what color my skin is or whether I’m a woman or a man.”

“Love is the answer, and you know that for sure; Love is a flower, you’ve got to let it grow.”

“My role in society, or any artist’s or poet’s role, is to try and express what we all feel. Not to tell people how to feel. Not as a preacher, not as a leader, but as a reflection of us all.”

“The more I see the less I know for sure.”

“We’ve got this gift of love, but love is like a precious plant. You can’t just accept it and leave it in the cupboard or just think it’s going to get on by itself. You’ve got to keep watering it. You’ve got to really look after it and nurture it.”

From all the musicians, poets, mothers, fathers, children and dreamers, Thank you John for inspiring all of us with the poetry of love.

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Congratulations to Charleston County Park’s Dick Brannan on your retirement – Thank you for 18 amazing years

October 8, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Last week several staff gathered for lunch at Cooper River County Park to wish 83-year-old Dick Brannan a happy retirement!

Dick started working for Charleston County Parks part-time 18 years ago at the James Island County Park campground and then moved over to Cooper River County Park as an operations aide. We’re thankful for all the time and effort he has given us over the years!

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Port of Call Food & Brew Hall in downtown Charleston announces 5 new vendors

September 21, 2022 by 0 Comments
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According to a Port of Call press release, a Folly Beach staple and French bistro are among the new additions to the Port of Call Food and Brew Hall adjacent to historic Charleston City Market.

The Artisan Dining Collection at 99 S. Market St. has added five new venues.

Here is an overview: Pineapple Hut, a Folly Beach favorite since 2019, recently joined the Port of Call Terrace, according to the press release. Their specialty Dole Whip can be served in a cup or bowl with fresh pineapple and is a dairy-free, gluten-free, cholesterol-free, low-fat, low-calorie, and vegan soft serve ice cream treat.A

Délicieux is a French bistro originally located in North Charleston offering freshly baked sandwiches, baked goods, quiches, coffee and more, according to the press release. Délicieux will be featured at the top of the Port of Call area. It is the creation of chef Bri Wilson from Brooklyn, New York.

Orchestrated by chef Jason De Souza, Taco Art is an authentic taqueria and will feature tacos, quesadillas, burritos and rice bowls, according to the release.

LowCo Seafood Shack is the manifestation of the former owners of Shem Creek’s The Shelter, who are converting their decades of experience in the Charleston food and beverage industry into a Lowcountry restaurant, the press release said. LowCo Seafood Shack serves fried seafood platters, Lowcountry cookery, shrimp and grits, boiled peanuts and local shrimp to peel and eat.

Pisco Mar is a Peruvian foodservice concept that will occupy Port of Call’s existing second floor, the press release said. It’s an intimate experience, curated by chef Esteban Delgado Diaz from Chiclayo, Peru, who recently relocated to the Lowcountry. Pisco Mar offers authentic Peruvian cuisine and cocktails, including ceviches, tiraditos, causas, empanadas, and arroz con pato, accompanied by pisco sours, chilcanos, Peruvian wines, and other pisco-based cocktails.

While Pineapple Hut, Délicieux and Taco Art have already opened their doors to customers, LowCo Seafood Shack and Pisco Mar are slated to make their Food and Brew Hall debuts later this fall, according to the press release.“I couldn’t be more excited to welcome these restaurants to Port of Call,” Ryan Kaufmann, co-owner of Port of Call Food and Brew Hall, said in the press release. “Our goal is to continue to strengthen Port of Call’s reputation as the provider of the highest concentration of diverse dining options in Charleston.”

With the launch of these new restaurants, the current residents, Bok Choy Boy, Iaca Bowls and Ren Osteria, are leaving the port of call area, according to the press release.Reach Jason at 864-568-7570.

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$5M Google.org grant helps South Carolina youth get connected

September 19, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Young people in rural and underserved South Carolina communities can now get connected — to technology, resources and training — thanks to a $5 million grant from Google.org to the National 4-H Council.

The grant is aimed at expanding computer science skills and education to underserved youth across the country and builds upon support from Google.org, which is Google’s philanthropic arm, of computer science in 4-H that has reached 1.4 million students since 2017.

“In South Carolina, we are thrilled to continue to support this great effort and appreciate the opportunity National 4-H Council and Google have provided,” said Ashley Burns, S.C. 4-H Youth Development assistant director.

Computer science (CS) skills are critical to sparking interest in STEM and promoting workforce development skills that all young people need, Burns said.

And S.C. 4-H has a wealth of experience doing just that, with previous and continuing work related to CS and computational thinking skills including the 4-H Journey to Mars program, independent CS activities, professional development and the 4-H Engineering Challenge.

This is the third grant Google.org has made in 4-H’s mission to reach and provide young people with opportunities in computer science education, totaling nearly $14 million since 2017.

“To date, we have served over 3,000 youth with our programs,” Burns said. “We look forward to making the most of this investment by continuing and expanding CS programming efforts and engaging with the new National 4-H Summit, Clover and PYD Academy experiences.”

With this new funding from Google, 4-H will increase the reach of the Computer Science Career Pathways program for students from rural and under-resourced communities who have had minimal CS education.

The new grant will also help teach young people through Clemson Cooperative Extension’s in-person 4-H programs and online resources. These resources will provide access to computer science education to youth nationwide, including six million 4-H’ers and more than 3,500 educators across the 4-H system anytime and anywhere.

This effort combines the reach and educational expertise of 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, and the power of Google’s computer science knowledge and innovation. Since its start, 1.4 million youth have participated in the program, with 65% living rurally, 56% of teen CS leaders being girls and 47% coming from racially diverse backgrounds.

Despite the demand for high-skilled computer science professionals, opportunities to access this education have been out of reach for youth from rural and other underserved communities, said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO, National 4-H Council.

“We are proud to continue this initiative with help from Google.org to make a real difference in the lives of young people who otherwise wouldn’t be given a chance to discover their interest in computer science. This program goes beyond preparing youth for future careers. Teaching computer science at a young age develops problem-solving skills and confidence, and most important, empowers young people to find their spark and passion that translates to success in life,” she said.

The Code.org Advocacy Coalition’s 2021 State of Computer Science Education report found that while 51% of public high schools in the United States offer computer science, rural schools, urban schools and schools with high percentages of economically disadvantaged students are less likely to offer CS education. Black, Hispanic and Native American students are also less likely to attend schools offering CS courses than white students.

Delivering free computer science education to underserved communities is part of 4-H’s mission to provide equitable access to skills that help young people create opportunity and maximize their potential. The program also offers training and capacity-building for educators, volunteers, professionals and even teen leaders to create their own curricula and reach more youth.

“We believe Google and other companies have a responsibility to help people get the skills they need to get a good job, start a new business, and provide a solid foundation for their families — no matter what their age or where they live,” said Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google & Alphabet. “Computer science education is an important piece of this, and we look forward to working with our partners like 4-H to unleash the talent and drive of millions of people in communities across the US.”

With this new funding from Google, 4-H will increase the reach of the Computer Science Career Pathways program for students from rural and under-resourced communities who have had minimal CS education.

This is the third grant Google.org has made in 4-H’s mission to reach and provide young people with opportunities in computer science education, totaling nearly $14 million since 2017. Google’s support will expand existing and bring new CS education programs to communities across Iowa, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, Nebraska, and West Virginia. Read more about the initial grant that established the 4-H CS Pathway across 23 states.

4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for careers tomorrow. 4-H programs empower nearly 6 million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills.

4-H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA and serves every county and parish in the U.S. through a network of 110 public universities and more than 3,000 local Extension offices, including all 46 South Carolina counties. Globally, 4-H collaborates with independent programs to empower one million youth in 50 countries.

The research-backed 4-H experience grows young people who are four times more likely to contribute to their communities, twice as likely to make healthier choices, twice as likely to be civically active and twice as likely to participate in STEM programs. Learn more about 4‑H at 4-H.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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43 Lowcountry Leaders Selected to Become Riley Fellows

September 16, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Over the next five months, they will participate in the Riley Institute’s award-winning Diversity Leaders Initiative before joining a network of more than 2,500 graduates across the state.

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Forty-three leaders from across the Lowcountry will have new tools and perspectives to leverage diversity to improve organizational outcomes and drive social and economic progress in South Carolina, gained through their participation in the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI).

These leaders, who are members of DLI’s 16th Lowcountry class, were selected through a rigorous application and interview process after being nominated by DLI alumni. They are uniquely positioned to create impact within their organizations and communities. Each class is crafted to reflect the diverse demographics in South Carolina.

“In a time of significant social strife, leaders must come together to identify ways to unite communities to improve outcomes for all,” said Dr. Don Gordon, executive director of the Riley Institute. “The DLI experience will help them as they lead South Carolina toward a better tomorrow.”

DLI classes are facilitated by expert Juan Johnson, an independent consultant who was The Coca-Cola Company’s first-ever vice president for diversity strategy.

Over five months, the class will engage in intensive discussions and scenario analyses that allow them to openly examine sensitive issues related to diversity and inclusion with fellow leaders, explore “blind spots,” and gain tools to develop strategies within their own organizations.

Class members also work together to develop capstone projects, partnering with nonprofit organizations to respond to real challenges and opportunities in their communities.

Graduates of DLI become Riley Fellows, members of a powerful cross-sector network of South Carolinians that includes corporate CEOs, legislators, superintendents, religious and nonprofit heads, and business and community leaders.

“With more than 2,500 Riley Fellows statewide, the impact these tight-knit leaders have is amplified with the addition of every new class,” Gordon said. “It’s a special thing to witness them coming together to make South Carolina a better place to live and work for all its residents.”

Listed below are the participants of the fall 2022 Lowcountry DLI class. The full roster of program graduates can be found online at furman.edu/riley.

Fall 2022 Lowcountry class participants:

Robert Behre
Editorial Writer
The Post and Courier
Charleston

Evan Bromley
Attorney
Bromley Law Firm LLC
Bluffton

Monique Brown
Senior Corporate Counsel & Privacy Officer
Benefitfocus
Charleston

Mike Carter
CEO
eGroup
Mt. Pleasant

Sarah Castle
Director, Amazon Technical Academy
Amazon
Charleston

Melanie Colclough
Executive Director
South Carolina Arts Alliance
Summerville

Ana Corson
Contracts Administrator
Advanced Technology International
Summerville

Beverly Cowart
SVP Talent Solutions
South Carolina Ports Authority
Mt. Pleasant

Jamie DeMent
Talent and Strategic Initiatives
CRDA
North Charleston

Grayson Dorr
Investment Finance Manager
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA)
Summerville

Oscar Douglas
Director of General Counsel Investigations
Charleston County School Distrct
Charleston

Gina Ellis-Strother
Chief Administration Officer
Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission
Charleston

Jerry Evans
Attorney
Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, LLC
Mt. Pleasant

Phil Ford
Public Relations and Proposal Development Officer
The Regional Medical Center
Orangeburg

Karel Givens
DBE Liaison Officer
Charleston County Aviation Authority
North Charleston

Emily Guerrero
Pro Bono Coordinator
Nelson Mullins
Charleston

Chris Harvey
Corporate Director of Operations
Charlestowne Hotels
Mt. Pleasant

Veronica Hemmingway
Southern Lowcountry Program Director, Grantmaking & Community Leadership
Coastal Community Foundation
North Charleston

Anita Huggins
Deputy Superintendent
Charleston County School Distrct
Charleston

Matt Johnson
Center Director, Beidler Forest Audubon Center
National Audubon Society
Harleyville

Blaik Keppler
Deputy Director, Marine Resources
SC Department of Natural Resources
Charleston

Kristen Lanier
Director
Berkeley County Economic Development
Moncks Corner

Lindsay Leonard
Senior Director, Government Operations
Boeing
North Charleston

J. Malik Lightbourne
Manager, Talent Management
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC
Aiken

Tonya Matthews
President and CEO
International African American Museum
Charleston

Cindi May
Professor of Psychology
College of Charleston
Mt. Pleasant

Kylon Middleton
Pastor
Mount Zion AME Church
Charleston

Mitch Mitchell
Councilman
City of Beaufort
Beaufort

Kyra Morris
President
Morris Financial Concepts
Mt. Pleasant

Evelyn Oliveira
Associate Pastor
Circular Church
Charleston

Jennifer Owens
Associate General Counsel
Sonepar
Charleston

Beth Patrick
Vice Chancellor for Operations, Finance and IT
University of South Carolina Beaufort
Bluffton

Debbie Rice
Senior Philanthropic Specialist
Wells Fargo
Charleston

Mikell Richards
Regional Sales Manager
United Community Bank
Mt. Pleasant

Chris Richardson
General Counsel and COO
BDV Solutions, LLC
Greenville

Reeves Skeen
Area Executive
First Citizens Bank
Charleston

Dale Threatt-Taylor
Executive Director
The Nature Conservancy South Carolina
Mt. Pleasant

Julie Walker
President
J.H. Walker Legacy Foundation
Mt. Pleasant

Richard Waring
Attorney at law
Law Office of Richard Waring, LLC
Charleston

Richard Waring
Vice President and Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Charleston Chamber Foundation
North Charleston

Marty Watson
Chief Power Supply Officer
Santee Cooper
Moncks Corner

Holly Whitfield
Executive Director
Alliance for Full Acceptance
North Charleston

Karen Wrighten
Assistant Vice President/Campus Dean
Trident Technical College
Moncks Corner

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About the Riley Institute at Furman University
Furman University’s Richard W. Riley Institute advances social and economic progress in South Carolina and beyond by building leadership for a diverse society, broadening student and community perspectives on critical issues, hosting expert speakers, supporting public education, and creating knowledge through community solutions-focused research. It is committed to nonpartisanship in all it does and to a rhetoric-free, facts-based approach to change.

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