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Aesthetic spa is more than skin deep

Laurel Davis won’t hesitate to tell a patient they don’t need Botox or other cosmetic procedures. Her tactic might seem bad for business, but education and transparency are top priorities for the board-certified nurse practitioner and her team at The Look & Co., an aesthetic spa in...

A symphony of talent: Bishop England students hit the right note

Bishop England High School students not only excel in academics – they’re making waves with their music, too. For some, the usual suspects of the band room take a backseat to more unique and captivating sounds. From the soulful cello to the commanding tuba, these young musicians have...

Local author’s debut novel tops February’s book reads

February is a bonus month for nonfiction lovers! “The Friday Afternoon Club: A Family Memoir” by Griffin Dunne. Dunne is the son of writer Dominick Dunne of Vanity Fair fame, his aunt is Joan Didion, and his sister was in the movie “Poltergeist” and on her way to movie stardom when she was...

Plans for 300-plus single-family homes up for approval at Point Hope

Here are the developments before the various City of Charleston boards and committees this week, as well as results, if any, from the prior week’s items specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area. More detailed agendas and results can be found at charleston-sc.gov/agendacenter. ...

Crepeau new county water & sanitation director

James Crepeau has been named the new director of Berkeley County Water and Sanitation. Crepeau’s resume includes more than 39 years in the water and wastewater treatment industry, including his most recent role as BCWS deputy director, a position he began in March 2023. Throughout his career,...

Four vet-approved tips to show pets love this Valentine’s Day

For pet parents in the U.S., Valentine’s Day is another chance to shower their pets with love. This Valentine’s Day, animal lovers can show their affection in special ways. Extra attention and extra playtime may be in store, but Americans are expected to spend a record $27.5 billion this Valentine’...

IRS offers top tips to make tax time easier

The Internal Revenue Service is sharing with taxpayers six tips to make filing their 2024 tax return easier. Most of the information below is also available on the IRS.gov “Let Us Help You” page. Taxpayers should follow these handy suggestions as they prepare to file: Gather all important and...

Berkeley County joins SC Native American Tribes for Historic Alliance

Berkeley County leaders recently joined Native American tribal leaders from around the state for a historic signing of the Tribal Alliance of South Carolina Nation’s Treaty. The milestone moment took place February 5 at the South Carolina Statehouse in Columbia. A total of nine tribes were in...

Cool weather phenomena

This winter has brought some serious challenges for the deep south. Impassable roads, disrupted air travel, power outages, and even snow! Most folks seem familiar with the causes and the sometimes-serious effects of snow, sleet, and freezing rain. But cold air creates...

Crosswalk upgrade coming to dangerous Seven Farms intersection

Long-awaited crosswalk improvements at the intersection of Seven Farms Drive, Pier View Street, and Bucksley Lane are moving forward, with construction expected to begin this summer, according to Charleston City Councilman Boyd Gregg. “This has been a concern for a while,” said Gregg, who...