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Goose Creek, SC Volunteers sought for Cultural Arts Commission, Planning Commission

August 17, 2021 by 0 Comments
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The City of Goose Creek is seeking volunteers to serve on its Cultural Arts Commission and Planning Commission.  

Apply online now.

The City is seeking to fill four current vacancies on its Cultural Arts Commission.

The CAC is a volunteer board made up of seven members appointed by the Mayor and City Council to serve two-year terms.  Board Members should demonstrate a civic interest and general knowledge of the City, and be prepared to attend meetings and special events. Two of the vacancies will be filled with residents who live inside the Recreation District and/or own a business in Goose Creek. The remaining members must reside within City limits. The mission of the CAC is to identify, present and sustain cultural arts initiatives to enrich the lives of Goose Creek residents and visitors. The CAC meets on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Goose Creek Community Center, 519A North Goose Creek Blvd. Members also volunteer at special events and festivals sponsored by the Goose Creek Recreation Department during the year. 

The City is seeking to fill one current vacancy on its Planning Commission. 

The city’s Planning Commission is responsible for determining many of the land use processes. The Commission is tasked with identifying the needs of the city, establishing both short and long terms goals for the development of the city, and then writing and updating the city’s Comprehensive Plan and recommending zoning ordinances which support those plans. In addition, it is the Planning Commission which approves street names, and hears requests for property rezoning. All meetings are open to the public. The Commission meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at City Hall.

For more information, please call (843) 797-6220, ext. 1113.

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Today (June 10) is National Iced Tea Day – Here are some great article about Summerville and the Birthplace of Sweet Tea

June 10, 2021 by 0 Comments
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Happy National Ice Tea Day. In honor of this most refreshing day, here are some beautiful articles about Summerville, the Birthplace of Sweet Tea:

This Charming South Carolina Town is Known as The Birthplace of Sweet Tea – Southern Living Magazine

The Birthplace of Sweet Tea – We Magazine

The Champagne of the South – GVL Live

Summerville the Worlds Largest Sweet Tea – Roadside America

Summer’s Corner: Summerville, SC – The Birthplace of Sweet Tea

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Charleston Business Spotlight: Recovery-N-Motion – Bringing caring physical therapy and wellness services to Summerville and Mount Pleasant

June 9, 2021 by 4 Comments
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Physical therapy and wellness conditioning require an intimate and personal connection to mind, body, and soul. To let yourself be vulnerable to achieving a goal is its highest personal reward.

Dr. Courtney V. Harris, PT, CKTT and the team at Recovery-N-Motion have created a community that is open and inclusive by utilizing warmth and expertise to build relationships and opportunities.

We are so proud to feature Recovery-N-Motion in our small business spotlight and thrilled to announce that soon, they will be expanding from their current location in Summerville to a second location in Mount Pleasant, SC.

When you walk in and see that winning smile of Dr. Harris, you know you have found a home.

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What makes Recovery-N-Motion Special – About Them

Recovery-N-Motion (RNM) is a physical therapy + wellness company proudly serving the Greater Charleston Area with offices in Summerville and Mount Pleasant, SC. It is our mission to help athletes, youth and active adults achieve pain free movement to improve performance, quality of life and maintain an active lifestyle. It is RNM’s priority to find the root of the cause of your pain, symptoms and movement dysfunctions in order to meet your specific goals. Pain and movement dysfunctions can inhibit your athletic performance, decrease your quality of life and negatively impact your active lifestyle. RNM utilizes a comprehensive approach with 1:1 physical therapy sessions to get you successfully back to the things you love to do.

At Recovery-N-Motion, we pride ourselves in providing high valued, expert and quality care with a Doctor of Physical Therapy to help you reach your personal goals and get you back to your desired level. Our focus is also on having an unforgettable and productive experience to get you pain free. In order to achieve this desired service, we do not participate with any insurance providers. We offer a fee for service arrangement. We do however accept HSA/FSA as well as providing the proper information to submit to your insurance company to claim your out of network benefits. We look forward to treating you in order to properly recover, be pain free and meet your personal goals.

Meet Dr. Courtney V. Harris, PT, CKTT (Founder/Owner) 

Dr. Harris was born and raised in Charleston, SC and has always had a desire to move back home and give back to the community that was so nurturing and loving to her.  Bringing Recovery-N-Motion from North Carolina to her hometown is a dream come true. She is a graduate of Temple University where she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2008.  She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences from Florida A&M University in 2005.

After suffering a sports-related injury that required surgery and physical therapy, Dr. Harris observed and experienced the importance a physical therapist plays in a person’s life during their rehabilitation program, meeting their personal goals and being an advocate not only physically, but mentally as well.  She knew at a young age her passion was to work in the medical industry to help others, but this personal experience solidified what she truly wanted to do in life.

Dr. Harris has various certifications including training to utilize instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), cupping, dry needling and is a Certified Kinesio Taping Technician (CKTT). She is also currently enrolled in a Physical Therapy Fellowship Program to receive her FAAOMPT (Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists).  This credentialing will vastly help her clients and will allow her to enhance the union between sports, orthopedics and manual therapy.  

As a former competitive CrossFit athlete for nearly 10 years, coaching CrossFit for over 5 years and her overall love for fitness, health and wellness, Dr. Harris’ views have broadened regarding the connection between fitness and rehabilitation.  She understands and implements the importance of proper technique/form as well as the benefits of a good rehabilitation program to allow pain-free movement and a good maintenance program for injury prevention.  Dr. Harris created Recovery-N-Motion believing that utilizing her education and knowledge, she is able to comprehensively help athletes, youth and active adults achieve optimal performance, improve their quality of life and maintain an active lifestyle through quality and high valued care.

 Dr. Harris is on the Board of Directors for the Non-Profit organization, Cleans for a Cure, which is dedicated to the fight against Type 1 Diabetes.  She is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 

Photos courtesy of Recovery-N-Motion

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Introducing the new Goose Creek Farmers & Artisans Market

February 22, 2021 by 0 Comments
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  • When: Every Saturday at 10 AM EST – 2 PM EST
  • Where: 519 N Goose Creek Blvd, Goose Creek, SC 29445-2962, United States
  • Official Event Page

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Come join us for our brand new year-round Goose Creek Farmers & Artisans Market! Our Market will feature local artisans, crafters, farmers, growers, makers & businesses and provide them with a place to sell their wares and services. 


Our market will have live music whenever available and also showcase local charity/community groups. We are a family-friendly market and well-behaved leashed pets are always welcome. Follow us on Facebook for more information.


If you would like to sign up to be a part of our market please fill out the Application here: https://forms.gle/ygMyeKMSpmzezrFk8 

We are accepting applications on a continual basis to build our pool of Vendors. Please note that we are not affiliated with the City of Goose Creek and you will need to contact us directly with any questions or comments. Thanks and we hope you are as excited as we are!

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Peg Lahmeyer, Executive Direct of ARK Named 2020 Trailblazer of the Year by Summerville Chamber

February 2, 2021 by 0 Comments
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SUMMERVILLE, S.C., January 29, 2021 – The Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce’s award program is designed to recognize the dedication, achievement and entrepreneurial spirit displayed by exceptional local businesses, nonprofits and individuals.  Recipients of the 2020 Chamber Awards were announced virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live on Friday, January 29, 2021.   

The Trailblazer of the Year: Woman of Excellence award recognizes a woman that is a leader in their industry, shows courage and passion, has overcome great obstacles, and has truly blazed a trail for the women behind her.  Congratulations to the 2020 Trailblazer of the Year, Peg Lahmeyer. Lahmeyer is the Executive Director of The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services.

Lahmeyer’s mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and related dementia (ADRD) twenty-five years ago.  As her mother’s primary caregiver, Lahmeyer saw first-hand the challenges that go along with loving someone with the illness.  In 1996, she founded The ARK, Alzheimer’s Family Support Services, a nonprofit dedicated to individuals with ADRD and their families with the Brookdale Foundation’s model and best practices. The ARK provides essential services for families dealing with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Serving five counties: Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester and Orangeburg, The ARK offers respite care, support groups, caregiver consultation, caregiver education workshops, resource referrals, law enforcement and first responders training, community learning programs, and rural services development.

The organization had humble beginnings, meeting and operating out of a few rooms in St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Summerville.  The organization offered a social respite program one day a week to engage the loved ones while their caregivers took time for themselves.  Over the years, the program expanded to two days a week, to adding services in St. George, to purchasing a passenger bus for convenient transportation of participants.  

Today, The ARK in Summerville offers adult respite care four days a week, conducts support groups for caregivers, hosts caregiver consultations and lunch and learns to train caregivers for their jobs at home, and created the NOAH Project, a mentor program for underserved areas in developing Alzheimer’s support services tailored to meet each community’s unique needs.

“Peg has such a giving heart,” said The ARK’s Development Director, Megan Severn. “She never second guesses to lend a helping hand, give advice or be a supporter to not only families and staff of The ARK but many nonprofit organizations, local businesses and community members. She goes above and beyond.” 

About the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce 

Since its establishment in 1911, the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce has been an integral part of the growth of Summerville and the surrounding areas. Our mission is to protect and promote the quality of life in the community, with specific emphasis on improving economic vitality and providing a favorable business climate. For more information, please visit www.greatersummerville.org or call (843) 873-2931

Photo Caption: 2020 Chamber Board Chair Carrie Bovender, 2020 Trailblazer of the Year Peg Lahmeyer, and Chamber President/CEO Rita Berry. 

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La’Son in Summerville is now Officially Open – Grand Opening January 27, 2021

February 2, 2021 by 0 Comments
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On January 27th, La’Son officially opened their new brick and mortar restaurant in Summerville, SC (120 Tupperway Drive, Summerville, SC 29483)

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Hours:

Sunday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Monday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

American Restaurant in Summerville, SC

Started as a food truck serving Summerville and the surrounding area with mouth-watering American food favorites, La’Son Cafe now brings you the quintessential cafe style dining experience. Featuring Lowcountry style seafood, and barbeque, our American restaurant in Summerville, SC, has something for the whole family. Join us for weekday lunch specials, or an unforgettable dinner! Stop by today or call (843) 310-3346.

Home Cooking For Any Occasion

When you dine with us, you’ll be treated to generous portions of tantalizing soul food at prices that can’t be beaten. From barbeque ribs to southern-fried fish and shrimp, baked beans, pulled pork, and many more homestyle treats, you’ll be so satisfied you might never want to leave. We use only the best ingredients, freshest veggies, and choicest cuts of meat, ensuring that every guest receives a memorable and outstanding dining experience.

Our Menu Includes:

  • Burgers
  • Wings
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
  • Ribs
  • BBQ
  • Pulled pork
  • BBQ Chicken
  • Fried shrimp
  • Fried fish
  • Philly Steak Sub
  • 3 Cheese Mac
  • Baked beans
  • And more!

You can enjoy all your favorites from La’Son Cafe at home or your next event! Our online ordering, delivery, and catering options make dining simple and delicious. We can cater to events of any size, and nothing makes an evening as memorable as a food truck serving up American-style goodness.

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Mainstream Pine Products to Build New Crude Tall Oil (CTO) Biorefinery in South Carolina (Goose Creek)

February 1, 2021 by 0 Comments
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10-acre facility in Charleston International Manufacturing Center will be capable of processing 110,000 tons of CTO from wood pulp used in paper manufacturing
(GOOSE CREEK, S.C.) – Mainstream Pine Products, LLC, today announc ed plans for an estimated $90 million crude tall oil (CTO) biorefinery at the Charleston International Manufacturing Center (CIMC) in Berkeley County. The biorefinery will be a highly advanced recycling facility with capacity to process 110,000 tons of CTO for use in a wide range of industrial applications.This facility will serve as the centerpiece of Mainstream’s strategy to become the highest quality, lowest cost producer of CTO derivatives in North America. The company anticipates breaking ground and starting construction later this year with operations commencing in 2023.

CTO is a renewable, non-food resource and a byproduct of pine trees used in paper manufacturing. It is a vital component of many chemicals including renewable diesel processing products, lubricants, adhesives, inks, paints, coatings, and tire and rubber additives.“We conducted deep-dive market studies and reviewed pine chemical industry cycles,” said Rob Helwick, president and CEO of Mainstream Pine Products. “The increasing demand for renewable, non-food source materials led us to a nationwide search for the best location in which to expand our operations.

“The Goose Creek site was unsurpassed among many we considered,” Helwick continued. “It affords us an ideal manufacturing location in an integrated industrial park with reliable infrastructure and intermodal access for efficient delivery of source materials and shipping of refined products.”With access to interstate highways, deep water shipping and rail facilities, Mainstream’s 10-acre facility will feature industry leading NEXPINUS™ technology provided by Neste Engineering Solutions Oy. The associated project management and engineering will be provided by PegasusTSI, Inc. and supported by Neste Engineering Solutions.

Mainstream has also established a long-term raw material supply chain and has engaged Citigroup Global Markets Inc. to serve as the underwriter for its tax-exempt project financing.

“It is important for us to develop our line of renewable products in a plant that meets the most rigorous environmental standards,” explained Helwick. “All things being equal, we believe the general population prefers renewable products, and the biorefinery acknowledges the world’s increasing demand for more sustainable goods.” Mainstream will be located in the 1,750-acre advanced manufacturing park at Charleston Industrial Manufacturing Center (CIMC) owned and operated by Cooper River Partners (CRP). The Center offers rail and deep-water access via barge. CRP provides utility services to tenants, such as steam, compressed air, process water and more. “We are excited to welcome Mainstream to the growing list of companies that call Charleston International Manufacturing Center home,” said Kent Fonvielle, president of Cooper River Partners. “Through providing reliable and cost-effective industrial services, CRP looks forward to supporting Mainstream’s successful growth.” 

About Mainstream Pine Products

Mainstream Pine Products, LLC, was founded in 2019 by a group of investors dedicated to using specialty chemicals from pine trees in a variety of downstream products for complex industries. Central to the company’s value proposition is the construction and operation of a new crude tall oil biorefinery along coastal South Carolina to open in 2023. Learn more about Mainstream at mainstreampineproducts.com.
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Groundbreaking ceremony held at John McCants Veterans Park (Goose Creek, SC)

August 1, 2020 by 0 Comments
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A late afternoon shower stopped just in time for a special groundbreaking ceremony Thursday, as the construction of John McCants Veterans Park officially began in Goose Creek.

The late – and much-beloved – Goose Creek City Councilmember for whom the park is named was represented at the ceremony by his wife Christena and his family, as well as a host of friends and community leaders. Goose Creek Mayor Greg Habib, City Council members, and Goose Creek Recreation Commission members joined the McCants family for the groundbreaking.

The park will include a playground, walking trail, dog park, multi-purpose lawn, and a Veterans Honor Plaza. The Goose Creek Recreation facility will replace the current Dennis Park, and expand well beyond its borders across Anita Drive.

Mayor Habib said the park will do three important things: honor Mr. McCants, honor the City’s Veterans, and fulfill a promise the City made to the Berkeley County School District to build a park on a section of the property acquired from the district several years ago.

Mayor Habib called the fact that the park will bear Mr. McCants’ name and called the 24-year City Councilman a mentor and friend.

“Mrs. McCants thought I forgot about Mr. McCants,” Mayor Habib said to chuckles in the audience. “But anyone who knew Mr. McCants knows that you don’t forget about Mr. McCants. He was a tremendous human being.

“This park will lift this community up. It will honor our veterans like we have never honored our veterans before, and it will carry on the legacy of Mr. McCants. We are very proud of this project.”

U.S. Sen. Tim Scott was represented at the ceremony by his Senate Office’s Regional Director Al Jenkins, who presented a special wreath to Mrs. McCants.

An estimated finish date has not yet been set for the park’s construction, but the City is planning a celebration when the project is complete.