VIEW NOVEMBER 4 LOCAL ELECTION INFORMATION // Federal New policies introduced to combat tariff impacts on small business Last month, Senator Wyden (OR) introduced a joint resolution co-sponsored by Democrat and Republican senators which proposes to terminate the national emergency that... Continue Reading
We asked the 2025 Mount Pleasant Mayoral and Town Council candidates four questions to gauge their views on supporting a thriving, diverse local economy, backing local businesses and entrepreneurs, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Their responses are shared below. QUESTIONS: 1.... Continue Reading
We asked the 2025 City of Charleston Council candidates four questions to gauge their views on supporting a thriving, diverse local economy, backing local businesses and entrepreneurs, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Their responses are shared below. QUESTIONS: 1. Supporting... Continue Reading
We asked the 2025 City of Goose Creek Council candidates four questions to gauge their views on supporting a thriving, diverse local economy, backing local businesses and entrepreneurs, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Their responses are shared below. QUESTIONS: 1. Supporting... Continue Reading
We asked the 2025 Town of James Island Council candidates three questions to gauge their views on supporting a thriving, diverse local economy, backing local businesses and entrepreneurs, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Their responses are shared below. QUESTIONS: 1. Supporting... Continue Reading
Thank you for joining us at this month’s Marketing Mindshare with Hallie Tepperman from Wawner Strategies on October 2, 2025! Below is a summary of the key takeaways from Hallie’s presentation on holiday gift guides, media pitching, and strategic marketing approaches: Getting your... Continue Reading
November 4, 2025, is a major date for local democracy across the Lowcountry. Several municipalities across our region will hold general elections for city and town councils, and other important local offices. These are the people who make decisions that directly affect your daily life, from... Continue Reading
Local November 4, 2025, is a major date for democracy across the Lowcountry. Several municipalities across our region will hold general elections for city and town councils, and other important local offices. These are the people who make decisions that directly affect your daily life, from... Continue Reading
Lowcountry Local First (LLF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating an economy anchored in local ownership, is proud to announce the launch of the Localist Card program, a unique way for residents to support both locally owned businesses and the nonprofit’s mission. By... Continue Reading
Local November Elections – We're continually updating this post with local races, timelines, voter registration information and more. Parking garage rate changes in downtown Charleston – via WCBD News 2 As part of a comprehensive study to evaluate the feasibility of... Continue Reading
Hurricane Preparedness We’re focused on helping you best prepare for and recover from hurricane season (June 1 – Nov 30) and potential flood events throughout the year. Below is a list of resources to help you get back on track should you experience flooding or damage after a... Continue Reading
Thank you to all of our members who took time in recent weeks to complete our annual Member Survey. Many of you also responded to additional follow-up surveys to help us dig deeper into specific pain points that were uncovered. Your input is critical to our ability to advocate for our... Continue Reading
