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TOP 5 Pros & Cons of Living In Charleston South Carolina – New Video

November 15, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Enjoy this new video by the Charleston 4 Real team.

About the video

What are the TOP PROS & CONS of Living in Charleston South Carolina? Let’s talk about the best and worst things about moving to Charleston South Carolina!

Just how bad are the HURRICANES? What other issues accompany the hurricane situation? We’ll discuss all of the good and bad. This was shot during Hurricane Ian in 2022 and includes footage from Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and Hurricane Hugo in 1989 and was posted during Hurricane Nicole in 2022.

Charleston South Carolina is also known as “The Lowcountry.” The Lowcountry of Charleston South Carolina is a great place to live for many reasons! The cost of living is affordable, there are plenty of job opportunities, and the city has a lot to offer in terms of great weather, endless activities and wonderful culture.

Charleston SC also has some of the best food, and some great entertainment options, both inside the “Peninsula” of Charleston SC and out in the Charleston SC suburbs. Whether you’re looking for amazing food, fun things to do, or casual places to visit, Charleston SC has it ALL.

Today, I’ll talk about the TOP PROS & CONS of living in Charleston SC, so that you can decide whether or not moving to Charleston SC is a good decision for you and your family.

Charleston South Carolina has many excellent suburbs, as well, including: Daniel Island, Edisto Island, Folly Beach, Goose Creek, Hanahan, Hollywood, Huger, Isle of Palms, James Island, Johns Island, Kiawah Island, Ladson, Manning, Moncks Corner, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Ridgeville, Seabrook Island, Sullivans Island, Summerville & Walterboro.

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Charleston, South Carolina’s Thinnest House

November 13, 2022 by 5 Comments
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“The Afro-American has become heir to the myths that it is better to be poor than rich. Lower-class rather than middle or upper. Easy going rather than industrious. Extravagant rather than thrifty and athletic rather than academic.”

Right in the heart of the East side on corner of Reid and America Street is Charleston, South Carolina’s thinnest house. This home, which later became an art installation for Spoleto and now source of wonder for those passerby walkers, joggers and adventurers.

Next time you are on the East side, take some time to admire the rich history and proud sense of community.

It truly is a beautiful part of our city.

Photo Credit: Mark A. Leon – Charleston Daily

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New Surf Shop opening in downtown Charleston – Quiet Storm Surf Shop

November 13, 2022 by 0 Comments
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The location formally occupied by The Loft will soon be reopening as the brand new Quiet Storm Surf Shop.

267 King Street will now be a haven for beach vibes and ocean lovers.

Quiet Storm has been in business since 1984 providing affordable clothing, boards, accessories and more and are excited to be part of the King Street shopping experience.

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Ashley River Property Protected Forever

November 10, 2022 by 1 Comment
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LOWCOUNTRY LAND TRUST PROTECTS VITAL LAND WITHIN ASHLEY RIVER HISTORIC DISTRIC

Conservation easement will provide invaluable benefits for national scenic byway and state scenic river.

CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC – Lowcountry Land Trust announced today the permanent protection of 33 acres on the Ashley River in the heart of one of South Carolina’s most iconic landscapes, the Ashley River Historic District. The three properties making up the site are owned by members of the Carter family and are each bounded by the District’s national scenic byway and state scenic river

The properties are part of a growing network of protected lands in the Historic District, which in 2018 was named by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as a “National Treasure” and one of the nation’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places

Located in the Cooper, Ashley, Wando, and Stono (CAWS) conservation focus area of South Carolina, the protection of these properties will provide invaluable ecosystem services, such as the enhancement of downstream water quality and the protection of natural and biologically diverse habitats in the Ashley River watershed. In addition, the conservation easements will forever protect the scenic views of the property from the state scenic river and the national scenic byway and contribute to the protection of a 25,000-acre historic landscape that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

“We are grateful to the Carter family for the many public benefits that come from protecting their ecologically and culturally rich properties along the beautiful Ashley River and Ashley River Road,” said David Ray, Chief Conservation Officer of the Lowcountry Land Trust. “The project’s completion demonstrates the vigor conservationists and landowners continue to bring to saving this nationally significant place in South Carolina’s Lowcountry.

ABOUT LOWCOUNTRY LAND TRUST

Founded in 1986, Lowcountry Land Trust partners with landowners and community organizations to permanently protect and nurture land throughout coastal South Carolina. Lowcountry Land Trust holds conservation easements on over 150,000 acres across 17 counties in coastal South Carolina and manages community-centered places such as the Angel Oak Preserve. More information about
the Lowcountry Land Trust is available at www.lowcountrylandtrust.org

MEDIA CONTACT: Victoria (Futrell) Bock, vbock@lowcountrylandtrust.org, 843.410.067

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City of Hanahan, SC Seeking Public Input on Comprehensive Plan Update

November 8, 2022 by 0 Comments
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CITIZENS INVITED TO ATTEND UPCOMING OPEN HOUSE, COMMENT ONLINE

HANAHAN, S.C. – The City of Hanahan today announced a series of upcoming opportunities for citizens to weigh in on its Draft Comprehensive Plan, ‘Hanahan 2040: Pathway to the Future.’ 

Citizens are invited to attend an Open House event to review the plan in its current form and provide feedback from 5 to 8 PM on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at the City Gym, located at 1253 Yeamans Hall Road. Residents can also review and comment on the draft plan online at bcdcog.com/hanahancomp between November 4 and November 30, 2022. 

The plan, developed by the city’s Planning Commission in collaboration with the Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG), lays out a framework of shared goals for the city, which were developed through a number of public information sessions held late last year and several public Commission workshops. 

The framework includes the following goals:

  • Ensuring residents have access to a variety of recreational amenities, including a network of biking and walking trails, entertainment, public parks, gardens and the waterfront
  • Creating a “bustling” town center that offers opportunities for social interactions and community connections
  • Protecting the community’s ‘small town’ character, maintaining a high quality of life for its residents
  • Preserving existing cultural and natural resources, and prioritizing redevelopment efforts and infill opportunities over development of new or natural areas
  • Enhancing the quality and range of public services offered to residents
  • Promoting responsible and sustainable growth management practices while encouraging housing options that are financially attainable for all households

“Meaningful community engagement is critical to any public planning process,” said Hanahan Mayor Christie Rainwater. “We’re grateful to all the citizens who have taken the time to help guide the comprehensive plan’s development so far, and we hope folks will join us for this final step as we work together to shape the future of our great city.”

The plan is set to go before the City of Hanahan Planning Commission on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, and to City Council on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 and Tuesday, January 10, 2023. 

To learn more about ‘Hanahan 2040: Pathway to the Future,’ please visit bcdcog.com/hanahancomp.

Lowcountry

Just how much have South Carolina residents spent on the latest $1.9B Powerball run?

November 8, 2022 by 0 Comments
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The current $1.9 Billion Dollar Powerball Jackpot began August 3. Since the run began, South Carolina residents have spent $46.4 million as of Saturday night close of sales.

Has anyone won a significant amount?

3 Came close!

  • One took home $150,000 on a ticket sold at the Refuel at 4584 Hwy. 17 in Murrells Inlet.
  • One won $50,000 off tickets sold in Little River at the Food Lion #899 at 3379 Hwy. 9 E.
  • One winner came from Charleston at the Circle K at 897 Folly Road