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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

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

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

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.

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

Have you ever stopped to think about how the Isle of Palms became such a great place to live? Sure, there’s sand and surf, but there’s more to island life than having the beach at our fingertips. This idyllic community has been shaped by the contributions of countless residents, both past and present. And many of them are women. Carmen Bunch A maker of tough … [Read more...] about Leading Ladies Women’s History Month

Animal and nature lovers from near and far will enjoy the 44th annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), held at different venues throughout Charleston from Feb. 13-15. The festival’s lineup of events includes conservation education, sporting demonstrations, after-hours gatherings and fine art exhibits where local artists Larry Seymour, Grant Hacking, Eleanor Parker and … [Read more...] about Strokes of Genius: Local artists share artwork ahead of annual SEWE festival

Love is a game of give and take. Nobody understands that better than these Isle of Palms couples, who aren’t afraid of mixing business and romance. This Valentine’s Day, we celebrate the couples who prove that love and labor don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Several of the most beloved local businesses on IOP are powered by passionate business partners in love and that’s … [Read more...] about Partners in Love: IOP couples mix business and romance

The IOP VFW Post 3137 recently hosted the U.S. Coast Guard Base – Charleston for a cornhole tournament and lunch. The “Coasties” enjoyed a spirited tournament of cornhole. The winning team “I have a dog named Scout” consisted of Ashley and Ryan Morris. The runner- up team “Stonies” were Calan Keller and Braden Walters. The winning team received a celebratory prize, plus … [Read more...] about VFW battles Coast Guard in friendly cornhole tournament

Isle of Palms Fire & Rescue (IOPFR) will honor Battalion Chief Roger Eagle as he retires after 30 years of service to the Isle of Palms community. The department and city officials invite the public to attend the free drop-in celebration recognizing his decades of leadership and dedication. The retirement celebration will be held on Dec. 15 from 1-4 p.m. at the Public … [Read more...] about IOPFR Battalion Chief Roger Eagle soars into retirement 30 years later