Following almost no public discussion and few concerns, IOP City Council approved the largest budget in Isle of Palms’ history for the 2025-26 fiscal year with no tax increase. The new budget will include $32.7 million for projected revenues and $30.1 million for projected expenses. The measure passed on first reading April 22, then on second reading May 22 by a vote of 8-1 … [Read more...] about Largest city budget approval on record includes no property tax increase: ‘The city’s finances are in good shape’
Island Vibes Story
Ditch parking and hitch a free ride to the beach
Did you know that during the summer months nearly 35,000 people visit Isle of Palms each weekend day? With this influx of people flocking to our beaches comes limited places to park, making your walk to the beach longer and your time at the beach shorter. Thanks to a partnership among CARTA, Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, the Town of Mount Pleasant and the City of Isle of Palms, … [Read more...] about Ditch parking and hitch a free ride to the beach
Wild Dunes Resort expands leadership, hires 2 new directors
Wild Dunes Resort has announced the appointment of Jennifer El Khessassi as director of marketing and Jonathan Rosenthal as director of operations - food & beverage. In their respective roles, El Khessassi will drive dynamic marketing and communication initiatives across the sprawling 1,600-acre oceanfront resort, overseeing the three hospitality establishments, … [Read more...] about Wild Dunes Resort expands leadership, hires 2 new directors
Island Day of Prayer unites community and first responders
On Sunday, June 8, churches across Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island participated in the inaugural Island Day of Prayer, a community-wide event recognizing and uplifting the service of our local first responders through a day of collective prayer and fellowship. Initiated by the LENS Foundations (Law Enforcement Neighborhood Support) on Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s … [Read more...] about Island Day of Prayer unites community and first responders
Operation Gratitude assembles 5K care packages to veterans, first responders
The Veterans of Foreign War (VFW) Post 3137 Auxiliary on the Isle of Palms currently has 1,687 members. New officers were elected for the 2025-26 year: President - Belva Leyh Senior VP - Tom Libhardt Junior VP- Pamela Marsh Secretary- Rene' Staufer Treasurer- Deanna Gort Conductor- Jerrad Heppler Guard- Joe Leyh Historian- Sally Few Chaplain- Kathy … [Read more...] about Operation Gratitude assembles 5K care packages to veterans, first responders