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Love Local: Valentine's Finds
Love Local: Valentine's Finds

Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show love—not just to your special someone, but also to your community! Instead of heading to big-box stores or placing last-minute online orders, why not explore the unique treasures right in your own neighborhood? Shopping locally for... Continue Reading

Postedby Collin Leeds
Date posted01/31/2025


Holiday Fun at the Holy City Holiday Market
Holiday Fun at the Holy City Holiday Market

We had an amazing time at the Holy City Holiday Market in Park Circle on Saturday, December 21st! It was incredible to see so many Community Business Academy graduates showcasing their unique products and meeting new customers outside of The Station at Park Circle. From jewelry and art to... Continue Reading

Postedby Maud Bentley
Date posted01/6/2025


January 2025: Advocacy Updates
January 2025: Advocacy Updates

Happy 2025! I hope you'll consider making a commitment this year to seek out locally owned businesses whenever possible. You are our community's best advocate and every dollar you spend shapes this place. Just use our Local Business Directory to search by keyword, zip code, industry type and more... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted01/2/2025


Retail Residency Q1 2025
Retail Residency Q1 2025

Visit the The Station at Park Circle to explore an array of handcrafted treasures created by talented graduates of the Community Business Academy as part of our Retail Residency Program. Discover hand-poured soy candles from Luzaromas LLC, stunning pressed flower art from Wild Love Botanicals,... Continue Reading

Postedby Maud Bentley
Date posted12/20/2024


Community Business Academy Class of Fall 2024
Community Business Academy Class of Fall 2024

Congratulations to the Fall 2024 graduating class of the Community Business Academy! We believe in the power of entrepreneurship to transform lives and build thriving, sustainable communities. Since the program’s launch in Fall 2019, we’re proud to have supported over 300 graduates... Continue Reading

Postedby Maud Bentley
Date posted12/18/2024


Corporate Transparency Act: Filing deadline postponed
Corporate Transparency Act: Filing deadline postponed

On December 3, a Texas federal district court preliminarily barred enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act nationwide — the broad decision came weeks before the January 1, 2025, deadline for 32.6 million business entities to report their beneficial ownership information ("BOI"). (Texas... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted12/5/2024


December 2024: Advocacy Updates
December 2024: Advocacy Updates

Worth doing: Share your input on public transit: Attend a community open house or virtual meeting for Lowcountry Rapid Transit (LCRT): - In person: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 // Keith Summey Public Library, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 5 - 7 p.m. - View the on-demand virtual meeting, available through... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted12/2/2024


The Power of Local Connections in a Polarized World
The Power of Local Connections in a Polarized World

As election news sweeps across our screens and divisive cracks become chasms, it’s easy to feel a sense of disconnect, even within our own neighborhoods. Commuting through political yard-sign soup can breed anxieties and distractions. But when we look beyond the headlines and take a closer... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted11/4/2024


Gift Guide: Community Business Academy Graduates Edition
Gift Guide: Community Business Academy Graduates Edition

Did you know that you can filter our Member Business Directory to showcase businesses that are owned by graduates of the Good Enterprises Community Business Academy? Here at LLF, we have a special place in our hearts for these businesses, so we want to show off some of their products and services... Continue Reading

Postedby Erin Solka
Date posted11/1/2024


November 2024: Advocacy Updates
November 2024: Advocacy Updates

Worth doing: Share input to the North Charleston Comprehensive Plan: Public Open House, Wednesday, November 13, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, Northwoods Park Community Center (8348 Greenridge Rd, 29406) // The City of North Charleston is beginning work to update their Comprehensive Plan, known as... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted10/31/2024


Retail Residency Q4 2024
Retail Residency Q4 2024

We recently rotated in the third round of Community Business Academy graduates at our Retail Residency Program hosted at The Station Park Circle. From November through December you’ll find handmade crochet pieces from America Distributions, beautiful shoes from Gola Sweetgrass Sandals,... Continue Reading

Postedby Maud Bentley
Date posted10/30/2024


Holiday Marketing Strategies Unwrapped: Learn How to Boost Your Business for the Season
Holiday Marketing Strategies Unwrapped: Learn How to Boost Your Business for the Season

Jenny Dennis and Caroline Hendry of Trio Solutions, Inc. presented the following tips at our 10/1 event to help small businesses make the most out of this holiday season. Continue Reading

Postedby Erin Solka
Date posted10/11/2024