Lowcountry - Real Estate

The Charleston Housing Market is Changing – Charleston SC Housing Market Update June 2022 (New Video)

June 14, 2022 by 1 Comment
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Kory Roscoe from Charleston Property Group has compiled this wonderfully informative video on the current Charleston area Housing Market.

About the Video

Get the latest information about the Charleston, SC real estate market with your June 2022 Charleston Housing Market Update. We look at the housing market both nationally and locally in the Charleston area. Realtor Kory Roscoe with the Charleston Property Group @ The Boulevard Company breaks down the Charleston real estate market so that you can make the best decisions!

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23 Best Things to Do in Charleston, SC (Top things to See) – New Video by Mark Garrison

June 11, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Are you visiting Charleston, or are you just looking for things to do in the area? There is no shortage of things to do and see here! Charleston was founded in 1670 and is a living museum with an amazing history.

There are a lot of things to do with kids and your entire family, historical things to do, romantic things to do, and unique things to do, and there are also plenty of free things to do in Charleston.

There is always something fun to do while you are here, and below is a list of my favorite things to do and see near Charleston!

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Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Charleston Battery

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The Charleston Fire Deparment Graduated 23 New Recruits on June 10, 2022

June 11, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Charleston Fire Department Recruit Graduation was held on Friday, June 10th, at 10:00 AM in Charleston, SC.

The Charleston Fire Department is proud to announce the graduation of recruit class 22-01. The graduation ceremony was held at West Ashley High School on Friday, June 10th, at 10:00 AM. The keynote speaker for the event was Summerville Fire Chief Richard Waring.

“We welcome our newest firefighters to the CFD family as they enter the next phase of their career,” said Fire Chief Dan Curia. “These recruits entered our program and spent the last 16-weeks with our Training Division to prepare them to work in our community. Six recruits, who are already certified EMT’s, will now move to probationary status and spend the next six-months honing their skills. The remaining recruits will now move into the EMT program for the next 8 weeks. I am very proud of their hard work and dedication.”

Charleston Firefighter Training

The community was invited to watch the graduation via our live-stream on Facebook: @charlestonfire.

This years recruits for Class 22-01 include:
• Hunter M. Benke
• Darren C. Bonura
• Preston S. Boyd
• William D. Davenport III
• Jack V. DeWolff
• Edward L. Harrell, Jr.
• Justin M. Huppmann
• Benjamin F. Kilpatrick
• Brandon M. Lake
• Lucas G. Lambeck
• Nicholas R. Latella
• Isaac C. LeFave
• Liam J. Mahoney
• Daniel L. Mappus
• Dillon D. Mazepa
• Thomas P. McCoy
• Jacob L.B.P. Milano
• Robert M. Morris
• Leon M. Niemiera
• Robert J. O’Donald, Jr.
• Kevin J. Rogers
• Scott B. Tanski
• Alexander A. Tricot

Congratulations to all!

Read more about the Charleston area at Charleston Daily

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SC Ports graduates 26 Port Ambassadors (Charleston, SC)

June 11, 2022 by 0 Comments
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CHARLESTON, SC — JUNE 7, 2022 — South Carolina Ports celebrates the graduation of its 2021-2022 Port Ambassador Class, with each delegate having gained a deep understanding of how SC Ports connects to South Carolina’s economy.

The SC Ports’ Port Ambassador Program is a yearlong curriculum that provides an in-depth look into port operations. Ambassadors see firsthand how SC Ports works every day to handle goods for businesses, advanced manufacturers, mega retailers and agricultural producers.

“Ambassadors learn the importance of having a world-class port in South Carolina and the need to invest wisely in infrastructure to keep the supply chain fluid, especially given today’s supply chain challenges,” SC Ports CEO Jim Newsome said.

This year’s class consisted of 26 delegates from around the state, hailing from a variety of industries. Throughout the year, ambassadors heard from SC Ports’ teammates, legislators and business leaders. They toured port-dependent businesses, inland ports and port terminals, including Leatherman Terminal, the country’s newest container terminal.

“The ability to see port operations up close — and knowing that each container filled with goods represents an economic opportunity — was very impactful,” said Jody Bryson, president and CEO of S.C. Technology and Aviation Center in Greenville. “We were able to see the connection between the goods moving through Port of Charleston and the jobs being created at port-dependent businesses throughout the state.”

The Port Ambassador Program is designed to increase public awareness and understanding of SC Ports’ strategic initiatives and infrastructure projects. Since the program’s inception in 2016, more than 100 ambassadors have graduated.

“Our Port Ambassador Program provides an opportunity to see how the supply chain works, and it highlights the significant impact SC Ports makes on our state’s economy,” said Jordi Yarborough, SC Ports’ senior vice president of community engagement. “We were thrilled to have such a diverse and esteemed group of professionals for our fifth class of port ambassadors.”

2021-2022 Port Ambassadors:

  • Juwan Ayers, commercial banker with Synovus Bank, Charleston
  • Karl Brady, Charleston City Councilmember and director of development at Teach for America-South Carolina, Charleston
  • LaJoia Broughton, government relations advisor with Adams & Reese, Columbia
  • Jennifer Brown, director of business development for Charleston County Economic Development, North Charleston
  • James Brunson, family physician with Orangeburg Medical, Orangeburg
  • Jody Bryson, president and CEO of SC Technology and Aviation Center, Greenville
  • Willis Cantey, president and CEO of Cantey Tech Consulting, Charleston
  • Tushar Chikhliker, attorney with Nexsen Pruet, Columbia
  • Brian Frerichs, senior vice president and branch manager with Stephens Private Wealth Management, Sumter
  • Rob Honeycutt, CEO and co-founder of SixAxis, Pawley’s Island
  • Felicia Howard, vice president of economic development strategy with Dominion Energy, Columbia
  • Pat Hudson, of counsel with Willoughby & Hoefer, Blythewood
  • Andrew Lesinski, vice president and general manager of brokerage, Cardinal Logistics, Indian Land
  • Edward McKelvey, senior vice president of community development banking with South State Bank, North Charleston
  • Christopher McKinney, CEO and founder of 10X Leadership Consulting, Sumter
  • Phillip Obie, Berkeley County Councilmember and manager of coal combustion products and Ash Pond closure with Santee Cooper, Goose Creek
  • Bill Otis, former mayor of Pawley’s Island, Pawley’s Island
  • Robby Robbins, attorney with Thurmond Kirchner & Timbes, Summerville
  • Joan Robinson-Berry, former senior vice president and chief engineer with Boeing, Charleston
  • Will Salters, client development manager with Terracon, Charleston
  • Heather Simmons-Jones, senior advisor with MRB Group, Charleston
  • Lynn Stokes-Murray, director of government affairs with Burr Forman, Columbia
  • Rebecca Vance, president of Vance LLC, Summerville
  • Jim Wanner, CEO of Keymark, Liberty
  • Clay Williams, broker with NAI Earle Furman, Greenville
  • Natalie Zeigler, city administrator for the City of Goose Creek, Goose

About South Carolina Ports Authority

South Carolina Ports Authority, established by the state’s General Assembly in 1942, owns and operates public seaport and intermodal facilities in Charleston, Dillon, Georgetown and Greer. As an economic development engine for the state, Port operations facilitate 225,000 statewide jobs and generate nearly $63.4 billion in annual economic activity. SC Ports is soon to be home to the deepest harbor on the U.S. East Coast at 52 feet. SC Ports is an industry leader in delivering speed-to-market, seamless processes and flexibility to ensure reliable operations, big ship handling, efficient market reach and environmental responsibility. Please visit www.scspa.com to learn more about SC Ports.

Photo credit: Ports of SC

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LIME Painting® opens new franchise in Charleston, SC

June 11, 2022 by 0 Comments
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LIME Painting®, a professional painting company for high-end residential and commercial properties, announced the grand opening of its new location in Charleston, SC.  LIME Painting of Charleston, owned by Cory Griggs, serves the city of Charleston and the surrounding areas.     

LIME Painting of Charleston offers interior and exterior painting and prep services, epoxy coatings, EIFS and Dryvit Stucco systems, direct to metal coatings, masonry and carpentry for residential custom properties and commercial clients.

LIME Painting® sets the standard in customer service by consistently delivering high quality results and a refreshing experience for their clients.

Lime Painting

Owner, Cory Griggs, opened his LIME Painting business To offer high quality services using top of the line products to owners of custom and luxury properties inSouth Carolina. “LIME Painting has a great business plan and the company has had great growth over the last couple of years”, comments Griggs on why he chose to buy his LIME Painting franchise, and goes on to say, “Additionally, LIME’s core values align with my own, which made it a great match”

LIME Painting® offers a values driven approach for entrepreneurs wanting to start a business in the quickly growing professional painting industry for custom properties.  LIME offers an opportunity for owners to generate multiple streams of income, and is a low start-up cost, low overhead franchise with a quick ramp-up period. 

LIME Painting® partners with SeoSamba, a digital multi-site marketing automation and software provider, to ensure new franchise owners have a strong online presence and support system for their ongoing marketing efforts right out of the gate. Franchise owners get their own customized website, marketing operating system dashboard manager and CRM. 

“We share the same performance-driven approach as the entire remarkable LIME Painting team. “On top of an integrated franchise marketing automation toolset,  SeoSamba also provides franchisees with the most robust, advanced platform for data-driven marketing,” comments Michel Leconte, SeoSamba’s CEO, and then adds, “LIME Painting franchisee’s are able to reach their ideal audience through a vast number of channels, while accessing digital key performance indicators at the same time, including through paid ad campaigns, email marketing, social media, organic web traffic acquisition, phone calls and online forms within their own territory, while the corporate office is able to manage all of this across their entire franchise network in real-time.”

For more information on the painting services offered by LIME Painting® of Charleston, visit limepaintingofcharleston.com, email Cory directly at cgriggs@limepainting.com or call (312) 505-0935

About LIME Painting®:

LIME Painting® has set new standards in customer service by consistently delivering a quality service and an easy, enjoyable, and refreshing experience for clients.

A paint job is important to maintaining the esthetics as well as the integrity of a home or office space. From new construction to a standard repaint and a paint job that’s heavily distressed, LIME is prepared and qualified to take on the task. Working with LIME is easy, enjoyable, and refreshing!

LIME Painting® has open franchise opportunities nationwide. If you’re interested in learning more, contact the company directly  through their website at limepaintingfranchise.com

About SeoSamba:

SeoSamba serves thousands of multi-location businesses and franchise networks around the world, with service centers in the United States and Europe. SeoSamba’s hybrid, open-source framework is built around the Marketing Operating System dashboard and the SeoToaster CMS with a built-in CRM for an all-encompassing centralized digital marketing solution. SeoSamba offers turnkey franchise marketing agency services with a franchise sales CRM for emerging brands and franchise seo solutions. 

For more information about SeoSamba’s services, visit the website or email info@seosamba.com or call + 1 (877) 450-9894.

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Charleston, South Carolina’s Most Adventurous Brewery – New Video by Charleston Pour Guides

June 9, 2022 by 0 Comments
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About the Episode

In our first episode, we visit the most adventurous brewery in all of Charleston, South Carolina. Frothy Beard Brewing Company. Located in West Ashley, Frothy Beard is filled with fun for every beer lover and releases your inner nerd! With Video games and comic books galore, there is no shortage of fantasy and fun!

We sit down with one of the owners, Michael Biondi, and talk about all things Frothy Beard and check out one of the coolest-looking tap rooms in Charleston, South Carolina. The adventure continues as we discuss some of the best places to visit and the coolest things West Ashley has to offer.

Whether you are looking to visit a beautiful, historic plantation, or know how quickly you can go surfing on Folly Beach, we will point you in the right direction for all things West Ashley in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina!

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Charleston, SC Made Another Top 10 List: Top 10 Most Expensive Vacation Spot In the USA – New Video by PlanTrip

June 8, 2022 by 0 Comments
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If you’re on a budget, be aware that visiting these U.S. destinations would almost certainly cost you extra. The best vacation places are based on the prices of visiting them, including airfare, accommodation, and extra expenses like food and beverages.

Based on two adults staying for three nights, the following cities and places were found to be the most expensive.

Thanks for watching.

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We are Family Brings Joy to Queer South Carolinians’ at the Charleston Queer Youth Prom – New Video by Southern Equality

June 8, 2022 by 1 Comment
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For two years, the LGBTQ+ and allied community across South Carolina came together to push back on a slate of anti-transgender legislation.

Several bills specifically targeted trans and queer youth, attempting to single out and marginalize young people. In the same month that two anti-LGBTQ+ bills passed, dozens of queer youth came together for We Are Family’s Queer Youth Prom in Charleston.

Remember: Our existence is our resistance. No one – and no discriminatory bill – can take away LGBTQ+ joy.

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Nature Adventures (Mount Pleasant, SC) Participates in EPA Roundtable on the Importance of Clean Water Protections in the Southeast

June 8, 2022 by 0 Comments
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 For Immediate Release: June 8, 2022

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – Matt Gamble, a Nature Adventures manager and guide, participated in a June 7 virtual roundtable hosted jointly by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Cahaba Brewing Co. on the importance of clean water protections in the Southeast. 

Gamble joined stakeholders from a broad spectrum of land and water users who live or work across the Southeast. Participants included a director of a water and sewer utility; general contracting and construction management executive; mitigation banker; faith leader; environmental justice advocates; farmers; elected officials; representatives from conservation and environmental organizations; and clean water scientists.

In the Southeast, water is a way of life. Regional streams, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and oceans are central to the area’s history, culture, and economy. Compared to other regions, the Southeast has more miles of streams and more acres of wetlands. 

Located on Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant, Nature Adventure offers kayak and paddleboarding tours to locals and visitors. 

“Throughout our region, families, businesses, and communities depend on these waters for drinking, fishing, hunting, paddling, as a guard against flooding and pollution, and to sustain a burgeoning tourism industry,” Gamble said. “We depend on consistent minimum federal standards to safeguard clean water and protect our everyday life.”

Gamble discussed the significance of ensuring strong protections for natural habitats. He highlighted the harm upstream activities can have on water quality downstream, especially on a small, family-owned company such as Nature Adventures. 

A strong Clean Water Act helps protect the tourism industry and allows the public to experience untouched nature and enjoy outdoor activities, Gamble said. 

Nature Adventures co-owner Ben-Jamin Toy pointed to the EPA’s Clean Water Act as a key player in protecting waters used for outdoor recreation in the Lowcountry and across South Carolina. 

“Our beautiful Shem Creek is a clear example of why strong protections under the Clean Water Act are key to maintaining access to outdoor tourism on our rivers, streams, and estuaries,” Toy said.

A recording of the livestream is available on YouTube.