Below are things you should know or take action on right now as a local-independent business owner or community leader: Things you should attend: Charleston County is hosting two informative webinars to educate the community on the Climate Action Plan and receive feedback around the importance of... Continue Reading
A group of community-based organizations have announced plans to hold a public forum for mayoral candidates on September 26 that will explore issues related to equitable progress and growth including the topics of the local economy, the city’s growth and development, affordability,... Continue Reading
La membresía impulsa este movimiento local. ¿Estás aprovechando al máximo la tuya? Lowcountry Local First es una organización de base comunitaria que se enorgullece de servir a esta comunidad por los últimos 15 años, basándonos en las... Continue Reading
Election Season is Here! Several local municipalities host key mayoral, council and other elections this November 7, 2023. View your sample ballot and find your polling place here. Forums: Get to know your local candidates! Multiple mayoral forums are happening throughout the area ahead of... Continue Reading
¡Celebremos a nuestros artistas y creadores locales este mes! Nos enorgullece presentarles a todos nuestros miembros dueños de pequeñas empresas de las industrias del arte y creatividad; este mes, celebramos el enorme impacto que tienen en este lugar. Los artistas y creativos... Continue Reading
Starting and growing a small, local business is HARD WORK. For many, it can feel like a lonely and daunting path, riddled with unknowns. Through initiatives like our Good Enterprises' Community Business Academy, Lowcountry Local First is here to ensure that our region is hospitable and... Continue Reading
Below are things you should know or take action on right now as a local-independent business owner or community leader: Local Transit & Mobility Alerts The Berkeley Charleston Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) and Lowcountry Rapid Transit (LCRT) will host four public workshops... Continue Reading
Below are things you should know or take action on right now as a local-independent business owner or community leader: Federal Regulation Updates / Congress Updates Amazon Litigation: "The Biden administration is planning to take action soon on at least three of its half-dozen... Continue Reading
Here are some fun ways you can support local-independent businesses this summer! Hit the links and then head to a brewery.Daniel Island Golf ClubEdmund's OastFrothy BeardHoly City BrewingIndigo ReefTradesman Brewing Enjoy an outdoor adventure followed by ice cream to cool... Continue Reading
It's not too late! Here are just a few of the many local places ready to help you find the perfect gift or experience for the father figures in your life: Active & Adventurous Dad Oxbow Road AdventuresRhapsody FitnessVapor Apparel Beach Dad BeachmateMcKevlin’s Surf ShopRheos Nautical... Continue Reading
Below are things you should know or take action on right now as a local-independent business owner or community leader: Union Pier BAR Planning Commission special meeting on Union Pier: June 7, 5 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend the meeting in person to speak in order for comments... Continue Reading
Lowcountry Local First to host 12th annual Eat Drink Local Month campaign in May Continue Reading
