Come with us for a beautiful look at life in the Lowcountry. Picture the serenity and brisk Southern breeze. Take in the beautiful natural surroundings and become part of a life that enjoys things a little slower, a little more relaxed.
This is life in the Lowcountry.
Sit back on your rocking chair and enjoy.
Lowcountry Photo Gallery
Photo Credit: Mark A. Leon – Charleston Daily
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NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 24, 2018 – Ingevity Corporation (NYSE: NGVT) today announced that it will install a photovoltaic solar panel system at its pine chemicals plant in North Charleston, South Carolina. Once the installation is complete, the company will be participating in South Carolina Electric & Gas’s customer-scale solar generation program, which will allow Ingevity to offset part of their electric usage at the facility.
“This is a tangible example of Ingevity’s commitment to sustainability and our mission to purify, protect and enhance the world around us,” said Michael Wilson, Ingevity president and CEO. “We have achieved significant energy savings over the past several years through conservation efforts and efficiency upgrades. SCE&G’s solar program for businesses provides an appealing opportunity to reinvest those savings into a renewable and more sustainable energy infrastructure while simultaneously diversifying our electricity sources.”
The early stages of the installation are currently underway, with North Carolina-based Strata Solar Commercial providing engineering, procurement and construction services. “We’re excited to partner with Ingevity to help bring more renewable energy into their portfolio,” said Henry Dziuba, Strata’s chief revenue officer. “Strata is thrilled to be able to bring our vast experience in utility scale applications to the commercial environment and help more organizations like Ingevity meet their sustainability goals.”
Construction on the solar panel system is expected to be completed and operational by the end of the first quarter in 2018. It will consist of approximately 1,476 solar modules, and will produce approximately 723,000 kilowatt hours of energy in its first year of operation, offsetting the equivalent of 1.1 million pounds of carbon dioxide on an annual basis.
Ingevity: Purify, Protect and Enhance
Ingevity provides specialty chemicals and high-performance carbon materials and technologies that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Through a team of talented and experienced people, Ingevity develops, manufactures and brings to market products and processes that help customers solve complex problems. These products are used in a variety of demanding applications, including asphalt paving, oil exploration and production, agrochemicals, adhesives, lubricants, publication inks and automotive components that reduce gasoline vapor emissions. Headquartered in North Charleston, South Carolina, Ingevity operates from 25 locations around the world and employs approximately 1,500 people. The company is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: NGVT).
About Strata Solar
Strata Solar is a leading provider of utility-scale, commercial and industrial solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Strata has constructed over 1.2 GW in total solar capacity and maintains a development pipeline of over 3.5 GW. The company’s integrated approach, which includes development, financing, engineering, procurement, construction, operations, and maintenance, allows Strata to consistently build quality projects with long-term ownership in mind. Strata is consistently ranked as one of the largest utility-scale solar integrators in the U.S.
By Mark A. Leon
This is going to come as a shock to many who have already rented Uhaul trucks, looked at Google Maps and prepped road trip meals and gas breaks, but in a major announcement, Charleston has been declared closed to new residents.
After a massive public uprising, the powers above have made a declaration stating the reasons why it would not be prudent to move here:
We apologize for any inconvenience and wish you all the best of luck.
Perhaps some of your have never heard of Seanachai. Or maybe you have but don’t know why. Maybe, just maybe you said to yourself, I’m not going to John’s Island for a drink.
Maybe it is time to rethink your stance on any of these possibilities and head over to what may be the best happy hour in the Lowcountry.
Here is why:
This is truly and experience you want to repeat.
Full Cocktail Menu (All Cocktails – $8.50)
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Golf, tennis, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, hunting, boating, swimming and pristine natural beauty are all practically on the doorstep of this exclusive plantation estate home in Brays Island, South Carolina. Beginning Monday, January 29 at 9:00 a.m. EST, one lucky bidder will have the opportunity to call this magnificent retreat home.
Brays Island is a private, shared plantation in the heart of South Carolina Lowcountry, surrounded by nature preserves of salt marshes, ponds and huge trees draped in Spanish moss. More than 20 miles of tidal estuaries, as well as direct access to nearby rivers and the ocean, offer unlimited variety for boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and crabbing. The nature center hosts activities for people of all ages to explore the history of the plantation and wildlife of the region.
This serene natural setting is supplemented by deluxe community amenities including equestrian facilities and trails; golf with no tee times; a fitness and tennis center; indoor and outdoor swimming pools; skeet, five-stand and clay trap shooting; and expert instruction in all these pursuits.
In the midst of this sporting paradise is a magnificent 4-bedroom family home with semi-detached 2-bedroom guest home, set on a bluff overlooking serene views of woods and waters. Built in 2002, it blends integrated state-of-the-art electronics, including a THX home cinema system and multi-zone sound, with elegant traditional craftsmanship such as mahogany paneling, marble and hardwood floors, and four fireplaces.
The open floor plan flows seamlessly through entertaining and relaxing areas, including formal dining, a breakfast nook surrounded by bay windows, and a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, two islands, two sinks and a dedicated grill top. For outdoor living and entertaining, Brazilian Ipe wood decked porches wrap around the home and open off of nearly every room.
Private and family pursuits have also been catered for, including an exercise room and executive study. The master suite is a gracious retreat with its own fireplace, spa bathtub, huge walk-in shower, and a private deck overlooking the tree-lined pond. For extended family, the guest house offers a luxurious living zone all their own.
The perfect spot for living the southern outdoor lifestyle, Brays Island seems a world away from the bustle of the city. Yet both Charleston and Savannah are in easy reach for an array of modern entertainment and services.
The owners of this remarkable property have chosen to offer it through online auction because, says Interluxe President Scott Kirk, “It’s an excellent way to obtain competitive pricing and fair market value. Traditional real estate marketing techniques often fall short with unique, luxury properties because of their limited reach, but with Interluxe, a larger pool of bidders from all over the world can easily participate.”
Kirk also notes that an online auction sale has a fixed closing date within 45 days, while even the most desirable high end properties may sit on the market for months or even years. “Sellers love that they can control their outcome and move on with their lives,” he says.
More information about the property, open house preview dates and procedures for registering to bid can be found at www.Interluxe.com. To make an appointment to view a property, call the Interluxe Auction Manager at (888) 415-5893.
The sale is being conducted in cooperation with the listing agent, Paul Burton of Brays Island Realty. Agents are protected and a commission will be paid to the buyer’s representing broker. See Auction Terms and Conditions at www.Interluxe.com for full details.
About Interluxe:
Interluxe is the next step in the evolution of the real estate industry. Its streamlined and intuitive online platform allows motivated sellers, qualified buyers and seasoned agents around the world to interact, facilitate transactions and achieve the best possible outcomes, all within 45 days. Since its founding in 2013, Interluxe has represented properties in 27 states and territories throughout the U.S. and abroad and is expanding to more international territories. More information is available at http://www.Interluxe.com.
Contact:
Interluxe
media@interluxe.com
(888) 415-LUXE
SOURCE Interluxe
Media Release – CHARLESTON, S.C. – On the heels of Jamaica sending their first women’s bobsled team to this year’s winter games, the Charleston RiverDogs will highlight one of the greatest underdog stories of all-time this season. The club will go for promotional gold as they host Jamaican Bobsled Night, featuring a guest appearance by one of the stars of Cool Runnings, Doug E. Doug, on Thursday, May 3 at Joe Riley Park.
The club will celebrate the 25th anniversary of Cool Runnings, the story of Jamaica’s first bobsled team to qualify for the Olympic Games, highlighted by a guest appearance by the actor and comedian who starred as Sanka Coffie in the 1993 Disney hit film.
“I can’t believe we get to do a night about Cool Runnings,” said RiverDogs Director of Promotions Nate Kurant. “I’m looking forward to meeting Doug and breaking down the film line-for-line; the fans might even have a few minutes to meet with him, too.”
Adding to the fun, the RiverDogs will wear specialty Jamaica-themed jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game, allowing fans to go home with a unique souvenir from the night.
The evening’s festivities will feature a bobsled photo opportunity and meet and greet with Doug, along with push cart races, Olympic trivia, and medals awarded to the top competitors of the night.
It’s also a Budweiser Thirsty Thursday featuring dollar beers in the Ashley View Pub as DJ Natty Heavy spins tunes, featuring inspiration from the Caribbean. Don’t miss out on “Sanka Iced Coffee” drink specials to cool off during the game.
It’s Restaurant Week everyone (cue cheers)! I use Restaurant Week as an excuse to try new places, even if they aren’t participating. This year, the hot new restaurant Tu was at the top of my list. Tu comes from the culinary masterminds that brought us Xiao Bao Biscuit, so I knew I was in for a treat. I know you will read a lot of other reviews of this place because it’s hot and new, so I’m going to switch it up and not only review the food, but suggest cocktail pairings with each course I tried.
Before arriving to Tu, I trolled their menu, Yelp, and the minds of fellow foodies to find out what I should order. The first dish I knew I had to try was the crudo. The crudo is a light appetizer featuring raw fish, habanero, guava, and cheese ice. That’s not a typo, I said CHEESE ICE. I don’t even remember what kind of fish was in the crudo because I heard the waiter say cheese ice and got distracted.
This dish was one of the most complex/ tastiest/ most creative dishes I’ve had in my life. The cheese ice (frozen Parmesan cheese) keeps the fish refreshingly cold while adding a salty and nutty flavor. I thought the habanero was going to punch me in the face with spice, but it was sliced so thinly and contrasted so well by the other ingredients that it added the perfect amount of heat.
The cocktail I would pair with this dish would be the Destello Verde, which is, as the waiter described it, “a margarita on steroids.” I love spice and tequila together, so this dish and cocktail are meant to be.
For our second course, we went with another raw and refreshing dish, but this time with beef instead of fish (call me Dr. Suess, y’all). The aguachile composed of beef aged in kombu (seaweed), bonito (dried fish) mayo, thin sliced red onion & serrano peppers, and tomatillo water. The kombu gave the beef a salty note, which was complemented by the brightness of the tomatillo water and serrano peppers.
I would pair this dish with the Desolation Avenue cocktail (per the waiter’s suggestion) because the Desolation Avenue cocktail contains barley brine, which would complement the briny flavor of the kombu/ tomatillo water.
I love that this dish is just called “Pastrami,” as if you’re going to get some pastrami slapped onto a plate. On the contrary, you get a sauerkraut pancake with crispy bits of pastrami, scallions, and topped off with a buttermilk mustard oil. I was a little nervous that the funk of the sauerkraut would take over the dish, but the salty pastrami and zing from the mustard were the stars of the show.
I chose a Coast Hopart IPA to pair with this dish because it’s like drinking a beer with a hot dog on game day; it just makes sense.
Our last course was a special they were having that night: Lamb Yakitori with Drunken Salsa. Obviously, they had me at drunken salsa. Yakitori is a Japanese kebab, so the lamb was skewered and charred to perfection on the grill. The drunken salsa was composed of pumpkin seeds, tomato, chipotle, mezcal (the drunken part), and lime juice. The chipotle had a pungent spice that was a little too much on its own, but when it was combined with the fattiness of the lamb, the spice was toned down a little bit.
I would pair this dish with the Slow Gold cocktail because it’s the only sweet cocktail on the menu, which would tamp down the spice of the salsa.
For all you adventurous eaters out there, Tu is the place to go. The small plate-style of eating is perfect for people looking for a unique dining experience. You could probably go back here every day and have a different experience each time (in a good way). I know I will go back for a different experience, minus ordering the crudo over and over again because I may lose sleep over how tasty that dish was.
Official Tu Charleston Website
Location: 430 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC
Around the country and the world, visitors have been flocking to Charleston, SC. by plane, car and boat to witness the spectacular beauty, historic significance, cultural renaissance and true southern hospitality our city has to offer. With all the media, comes awareness. Though our name and face are more pronounced than ever before, not everyone truly knows the Charleston and the South we all know. As a result, some folks may have a few misconceptions about who we are.
We want to shed a little light on the situation and help you all out by knocking down some of those false ideas.
We genuinely like to say hello and smile. Many of you that have recently visited for the first time may notice us locals making eye contact, smiling and saying hello to you. It isn’t part of a master marketing plan or a shot at other areas of the country where the cultural norm is to avoid one another. We really enjoy meeting you all and making your acquaintance.
There you go, ten misconceptions about Charleston. We hope we cleared the air and gave you a better understanding of our quaint little city of Charleston.
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Alternative Asset Manager Drift Capital Partners changed its name to Charleston Capital Management in an effort to pay homage to the firm’s headquarters, the fund manager told investors this week.
The firm provides structured credit solutions to FinTech enabled Non-Bank Financial Services companies through its privately managed funds. These solutions enable underwriters to enhance their loan programs for small & medium sized businesses, promoting both expansion and job creation at the “main street” level. The asset class has been long overlooked by the capital markets as issues of data reporting and a lack of standardization have previously made structured investments unpalatable.
“We are a Charleston based asset manager. We believe in a strong commitment to our community and are proud to be a part of a thriving neighborhood of companies which have recognized that the Lowcountry is the greatest place in the nation to work.” Said Caleb Goding, Co-Founder of Charleston Capital. “Adopting the Charleston name allows us to contextualize our firm and its home.”
The firm had recently been in the news after announcing that the Drift Credit Opportunities Fund, its private credit strategies fund, had secured a $50 million line of credit from an institutional investment management firm as well as announcing that it has hired Edward Hamilton as Head of Capital Markets. Mr. Hamilton brings a diverse skill set having served as a Managing Director at Kidder Peabody and Paine Webber and more recently as a Senior Managing Director of BroadStreet Group, a New York City based merchant bank. Mr. Hamilton will be responsible for leading the firm’s capital markets strategy and overseeing financing transactions.
“This is an exciting time for Charleston Capital and the greater structured credit markets.” Said Ed Hamilton about the firm. “After a decade of low interest rates, institutional investors have become reliant upon alternative investment managers to uncover hidden opportunities to generate risk adjusted yield and we believe the small & medium sized business loan market offers one of those opportunities.”
About Charleston Capital Management:
Charleston Capital Management f/k/a Drift Capital Partners is an alternative asset manager that seeks to generate attractive, absolute returns by opportunistically and tactically investing in areas where conventional sources of capital are disproportionately unavailable. Charleston Capital was formed to expand the spectrum of opportunities for investors seeking risk adjusted returns that are less correlated to other markets. Specifically, the firm seeks to exploit inefficiencies that are borne from transactions requiring significant amounts of intellectual as well as financial capital. The firm is headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina and is part of inFactor, a FinTech firm focused on liquidity solutions for businesses. The Drift Credit Opportunities Fund is a credit strategies fund focused on structured loans to FinTech enabled Non-Bank Financial Services companies, which underwrite loans to small and medium sized businesses in the United States of America.
CONTACTS:
media@charlestoncm.com
(843) 310-3528
LINKS:
www.charlestoncm.com
SOURCE Charleston Capital Management
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Symphony Orchestra (CSO) has acquired the Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra (CSYO), making the CSYO a division of the CSO’s core educationprograms. The CSO will immediately begin a search for an Assistant Conductor, who will also serve as the conductor of the CSYO.
“The acquisition of the CSYO by the CSO creates a new path for the talented young musicians and their future in music,” stated outgoing CSYO President Janine Nagrodsky. Under the terms of the acquisition, aCSYO representative will sit on the CSO Board of Directors. “This will ensure that the CSYO receives the highest level of artistic oversight from Music Director Ken Lam, and administrative leadership from the Director of Education and Community Engagement, Mitsuko Flynn,” said CSO Executive Director Michael Smith.
“I am excited to welcome the Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra into our family and look forward to deepening our ties to the community as we serve and nurture the most talented young musicians from the tri- county area,” said Ken Lam.
Over 70 students ages 13-18 are participating in the CSYO this season, representing 20 schools and four counties. The CSO hopes to grow the program in future seasons to serve even more students throughout the Lowcountry.
Auditions for Assistant Conductor will be held in Charleston on April 8 and 9, 2018. Interested candidates should visit www.charlestonsymphony.org for more information. Application deadline is February 23, 2018.
About the Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Founded in 1936, the Charleston Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is the cornerstone of Charleston’s arts scene, performing its Masterworks and Pops series at the Gaillard Center and throughout the tri-county region. The CSO also participates in community outreach events, special concerts, and school programs throughout the state. Visit www.charlestonsymphony.org for more information.
Contact:
Kate Gray
Director of Marketing
Charleston Symphony Orchestra
843-723-7528 ext. 102
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