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SC Aquarium celebrates 10 million visitors
The D’Angelo family had no idea just how exciting their trip to the South Carolina Aquarium would be when they arrived on March 16. After postponing their January trip to Charleston, Nic, Stacia and their daughters, Emery and Aubrey, headed to the aquarium for a casual tour when they were named the aquarium’s 10 millionth […]
Charleston business recycles more than 7,000 sails into new products
Reclaimed sails are finding new purpose in a new shop that opened in downtown Charleston. Sea Bags opened its second South Carolina retail store March 18 at 84 N. Market St., showcasing designer bags, totes and accessories made from recycled sail cloth. To-date, the company has reclaimed more than 7,000 tons of sail cloth since 2017. […]
Hot Properties for March 28, 2022
Hot Properties highlights recently sold or leased commercial properties in the Charleston region. Send in your transactions using our online form. Vitré Stephens and Taylor Sekanovich of Avison Young – South Carolina Inc. represented the seller, Hamlin Market LLC, in the sale of 9,878 square feet of retail space at 2521 U.S. Highway 17N in Mount Pleasant […]
Training program available for those interest in running for office
Have you ever desired to run for public office? You’re not the only one. The Charleston Metro Chamber has launched a public service training program designed to identify, cultivate and train people interested in running for public office or serving on appointed boards and commissions, the chamber said in a news release. Civic Leadership Academy […]
Feds order Goose Creek restaurant to pay back wages
A Goose Creek restaurant allowed underaged workers to put in more hours than allowed by law and neglected to appropriately pay 21 workers, the U.S. Department of Labor said in a statement. Los Arcos Inc., which is located on St. James Avenue, has paid $108,924 in back pay, liquidated damages and miscalculated overtime, the agency’s Wage and […]
SC Manufacturers Alliance recognizes 85 facilities for outstanding safety
The S.C. Manufacturers Alliance is recognizing workplaces that have prioritized safety procedures. Yesterday, the organization honored 85 industrial facilities throughout the state for outstanding workplace safety accomplishment in 2021, SCMA said in a news release. Key factors include a low rate of incidents resulting in lost workdays, job transfers or restrictions. Awards went to [...]
Regions Bank brings ‘branch of the future’ to the Lowcountry
Regions Bank is bringing the latest in modern banking practices and technologies to the Lowcountry with a new branch at the Wando Crossing Shopping Center in Mount Pleasant. The branch, which is located along U.S. Highway 17, replaces two older-format branches nearby and aims to improve in-person convenience by doing away with traditional teller lines. Instead […]
Father-son duo reclaims family building
Joseph Jacobson was looking for a second chance in his career. After 20 years in food and beverage, working 100-hour weeks in the heat, and opening and subsequently closing his own restaurant, he sought something more. Joseph wanted a venture that required less overhead and a more sustainable living. On Feb. 7, he found a […]
Ports sees 12th consecutive month of record volume
The S.C. Ports Authority has moved more than 1.87 million 20-foot equivalent container units in fiscal year 2022, leading to a record 12th consecutive month of record volumes. For February, SCPA handled 230,420 TEUs at Wando Welch Terminal, North Charleston Terminal and Hugh K. Leatherman Terminal, up 26% year-over-year. “With record throughput volumes, we continue to [&hell[...]
Charleston specialty pharma business acquired for $27.5 million
Charleston’s Evening Post Group has sold EPI Health LLC to a public specialty dermatology company based out of Durham, N.C., for a closing purchase price of $27.5 million. Novan Inc., the acquiring company, completed the transaction with $11 million cash and $16.5 million as a 24-month seller note. Additional performance earnouts and specific milestones achieved by EPI […]
Hot Properties for March 21, 2022
Hot Properties highlights recently sold or leased commercial properties in the Charleston region. Send in your transactions using our online form. Casey Lowery of Adams Property Group represented the landlord, 3575 Maybank LLC, in the lease of 3,800 square feet of retail space at 3575 Maybank Highway, Unit A, Johns Island, Johns Island Shopping Center, to […]
Owners of Charleston Pops open Mount Pleasant coffee shop
Mount Pleasant just got a “sweet” new coffee shop. Co-owners Diana and Webb Cheshire have opened the doors to The Front Porch Coffeehouse and Creamery in The Bend at Carolina Park. The venture offers a more permanent space for Charleston Pops, their award-winning mobile dessert company. Mayor Will Haynie, councilmembers John Iacofano and Howard Chapman, […]