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November 2025: Advocacy Updates
November 2025: Advocacy Updates

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

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted10/30/2025


Town of Mount Pleasant Mayoral & Council Candidate Questionnaires
Town of Mount Pleasant Mayoral & Council Candidate Questionnaires

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

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted10/20/2025


City of Charleston Council Candidate Questionnaires
City of Charleston Council Candidate Questionnaires

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

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted10/20/2025


City of Goose Creek Council Candidate Questionnaires
City of Goose Creek Council Candidate Questionnaires

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

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted10/20/2025


Town of James Island Council Candidate Questionnaires
Town of James Island Council Candidate Questionnaires

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

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted10/20/2025


The Power of Local: Visiting Coastal Cattle Company in Summerville
The Power of Local: Visiting Coastal Cattle Company in Summerville

This week, our team had the privilege of spending the day with the incredible crew at Coastal Cattle Company in Summerville — learning firsthand about pasture-raised beef, regenerative farming, and responsible land stewardship. Locally owned and operated, Coastal Cattle Company produces 100%... Continue Reading

Postedby Maud Bentley
Date posted10/17/2025


2025 Buy Local Holiday Markets
2025 Buy Local Holiday Markets

The holiday season is here, and Charleston is full of festive markets perfect for finding unique gifts, enjoying tasty treats, and spending time with family. From craft fairs to holiday pop-ups, this guide has all the details you need to explore the best holiday markets in Charleston and soak up... Continue Reading

Postedby Lauren Thiell
Date posted10/4/2025


Marketing Mindshare - How To Pitch Gift Guides
Marketing Mindshare - How To Pitch Gift Guides

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

Postedby Maud Bentley
Date posted10/3/2025


Your Guide to the November 2025 Local Elections
Your Guide to the November 2025 Local Elections

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

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted10/1/2025


October 2025: Advocacy Updates
October 2025: Advocacy Updates

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

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted09/30/2025


Lowcountry Local First Launches Localist Card to Strengthen Local Economy
Lowcountry Local First Launches Localist Card to Strengthen Local Economy

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

Postedby Mara Fields
Date posted09/26/2025


September 2025 Advocacy Updates
September 2025 Advocacy Updates

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

Postedby Jordan Amaker
Date posted08/29/2025