“Watching her in action is something to behold. She is a force to be reckoned with,” declared Ricky Myatt of his daughter, Grace. Ricky continued, “Grace has always been a ‘daddy’s girl,’ and ever since my wife Maggie, Grace’s mother, passed away seven years ago, she has become even more so. We laugh together and have an easy banter. She brings me a joy I cannot adequately … [Read more...] about Dynamic Duo: Grace and Ricky Myatt – Beloved father-daughter combo, island icons
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Staying close to home: Panthers draft IOP resident Becomes first OCA alum drafted into NFL
An island resident will be donning a Carolina Panthers jersey and representing the Lowcountry when the team takes the field next season. Recently drafted University of Georgia offensive tackle and Oceanside Collegiate Academy alum Monroe Freeling moved to Isle of Palms with his family during his sophomore year of high school. Freeling, who the Panthers selected with the No. … [Read more...] about Staying close to home: Panthers draft IOP resident Becomes first OCA alum drafted into NFL
Behind the Bar: Sierra Hyman – Poised and personable
Some people work behind a bar. Sierra Hyman somehow turns it into a whole personality. Walk into The Dinghy during the afternoon and you’ll probably find her right in the middle of three conversations at once. One regular is telling her about their weekend plans, somebody else is getting teased for ordering the same drink again and Hyman is moving through it all like she’s … [Read more...] about Behind the Bar: Sierra Hyman – Poised and personable
Flags for Heroes: IOP Exchange Club Americanism Program of Service
The Isle of Palms Exchange Club’s Americanism Program of Service Committee invites everyone from Mount Pleasant, Charleston and the islands to come and view the “Flags for Heroes” display at the Isle of Palms Exchange Club (201 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms) “flying high” and become a sponsor of a flag(s) to honor your hero or heroes. The club has been erecting the flags since … [Read more...] about Flags for Heroes: IOP Exchange Club Americanism Program of Service
Sand Savant: Piccolo Spoleto artist sculpts whimsical wonders from beach’s bounty
Sand sculptor Tommy Freeman has competed in the last 14 of the Piccolo Spoleto Sand Sculpting Competition’s 37 years. What began as a casual family activity has become a tradition for Freeman and a treasured summertime ritual. His team name has changed several times over the years as have its members, from including his wife and children to eventually encompassing friends, … [Read more...] about Sand Savant: Piccolo Spoleto artist sculpts whimsical wonders from beach’s bounty
Pitts calls it a career after keeping IOP streets clean for near quarter-century
The next time healthcare executives experience a surge in employee turnover, they might consider consulting Donnie Pitts for a solution. Pitts is retiring this spring after 23 years as director of Isle of Palms Public Works. In all that time with him at the helm, the department has never had to fire or replace a single worker due to malcontent, job inefficiency, incompatibility … [Read more...] about Pitts calls it a career after keeping IOP streets clean for near quarter-century
Wage study raises concerns over public safety pay, retention rates
When the new year began, Isle of Palms police and firefighters were hoping for new incentives to keep qualified personnel and hopefuls retained for the long haul. So far, those hopes have hit a standstill and concerns regarding competitive pay and turnover rates among public safety personnel have heightened. “Just this year alone, eight firefighters in our department have … [Read more...] about Wage study raises concerns over public safety pay, retention rates
Polar Plunge propels SC Special Olympics up to $685K donations statewide
On Feb. 28, the Isle of Palms Police Department (IOPPD), along with the Mount Pleasant Police Department (MPPD), hosted the 11th annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics South Carolina (SOSC), the nonprofit that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for more than 30,000 children and adults with intellectual … [Read more...] about Polar Plunge propels SC Special Olympics up to $685K donations statewide
Artist of the Month: The man, the myth, the musician — Louie D.
Some musicians spend years trying to find their sound, but for Louie D. it seemed to arrive the moment he first picked up a saxophone. Now a familiar face on stages across the Lowcountry, he has spent decades building a life around music. Originally from New York, he discovered the saxophone at just 10 years old, and it didn’t take long for people around him to notice … [Read more...] about Artist of the Month: The man, the myth, the musician — Louie D.
Monumental Moment Malcolm Burgis statue dedication cements legacy
A main part of Isle of Palms now has a new name and look to honor longtime resident and businessman Malcolm Burgis. On Jan. 24 more than 200 island friends turned out despite the frigid weather for the dedication to rename the intersection of Ocean Boulevard and J.C. Long Boulevard to Malcolm M. Burgis Plaza. The event was held in front of The Windjammer, a Front Beach … [Read more...] about Monumental Moment Malcolm Burgis statue dedication cements legacy