Two words to describe the new Bakies at I’On are “handcrafted” and “local.” You might also add “sinful” to capture the range of extraordinary baked goods offered by owner Gail Holdcraft and her friendly, talented staff. Bakies was already a landmark for sweet treats at its former location just off West Coleman Blvd. Now, it’s […]

Melanie Keen discovered her passion for dance at nine years old, when she saw the ballet “Sleeping Beauty” on television. It was an awakening that would eventually materialize into The Dance Arts Studio. Now beginning its 19th season, The Dance Arts Studio offers a full menu of dance classes for dancers aged 2 to 82. […]

Susie Molony always envisioned owning a full-service children’s clothing store, where parents could shop for clothing for any occasion, shoes, accessories and gifts. It may have taken her almost 30 years to get there, but she couldn’t be prouder to accomplish her goals with Southern Belles, a popular children’s clothing store in Mount Pleasant. While […]

On any given day, you can walk in and find clusters of people sharing light-hearted conversation over coffee and dessert at Sena Café — book clubs, church groups and dance groups, all gathering to enjoy a moment with their friends. “We have a great atmosphere.” said Sena Jovic, half of the husband-and-wife duo that runs […]

After purchasing For the House “The Barstool Shop” nine years ago, owner Lisa Carrels made it her mission to go above and beyond her customers’ expectations. New homeowners rushed into For the House “The Barstool Shop” one day, panicked that they did not have anything to sit on while they were waiting for their moving […]

Whether you share a pool with neighbors or have your own, keeping it in working order can be a headache. America’s Swimming Pool Company ensures your experience is safe and clean, so you can spend more time enjoying the pool and less time maintaining it. “We are thrilled to be able to give back to […]

For Gina Schrimer, owning and operating an insurance agency is second nature. She is CEO of Schirmer Insurance Group LLC, located at 1312 Bowman Road in Mount Pleasant. Originally from Greenville, South Carolina, Gina comes from a family insurance background that exceeds 62 years, beginning with her grandfather, Gene Adams, a 40-year Nationwide Insurance agent. A high school file clerk and receptionist in the […]

Lifetime events have a way of changing one’s perspective. For Ebony Mullins, the untimely death of a family member in July 2019 was one of those defining moments. No longer willing to gamble on her future and happiness, Mullins began searching online for the perfect location to open her own craft beer and wine store. […]

Nan Shahid Butler was born into an ambitious family. From retail store owners, nurses and attorneys to doctors, teachers and real estate agents, the Shahids were always known around the Charleston community. Having worked in fashion at a young age, Butler ultimately found jewelry to be the most challenging and rewarding. In college, Butler got […]