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IOP’s Jim Thompson bestowed Order of the Palmetto

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IOPSC's newest Town Council Member and his wife showcasing his 2024 Palmetto Award.

When Isle of Palms resident Jim Thompson recently went to vote in the 2024 election, he was met in line by the newly elected city council candidate Rusty Streetman who said, “Couldn’t happen to a better guy.” Thompson let the curious comment pass, but a few days later, he received an email from a woman with Friends of the Charleston National Parks, who also congratulated … [Read more...] about IOP’s Jim Thompson bestowed Order of the Palmetto

Fragoso to step down as IOP city administrator at year’s end

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Former City Administrator of Isle of Palms, South Carolina, Desiree Fragoso.

Isle of Palms has begun the search process after longtime city administrator Desiree Fragoso announced her departure from the position will be effective at the end of the year. Fragoso announced the news at a recent city council meeting. When Fragoso first set foot in Isle of Palms City Hall in September 2015, she was just another new employee who had landed the role of … [Read more...] about Fragoso to step down as IOP city administrator at year’s end

Streetman Edges Smith In Narrow IOP Election Runoff

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Isle of Palms City Councilman, Rusty Streetman

It was too close to call the first time and even closer the second time. In a special election to fill a vacant seat on the Isle of Palms City Council, Rusty Streetman gained his second term, taking 51.2 percent of the votes in a runoff against former councilwoman Susan Hill Smith. “It feels good to be back,” said Streetman. “I won on the issues that I thought mattered to … [Read more...] about Streetman Edges Smith In Narrow IOP Election Runoff

Still at Home on the Island Former U.S. Rep. Tommy Hartnett

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Former Representative on the US Congress for South Carolina's District 1, Tommy Harnett and his wife, Bonnie.

Editor’s Note: This lifestyle feature from the archives of Isle of Palms Magazine (Spring 2016) is a two-part series and the remainder will be published in our December issue. You can hardly talk about former U.S. Rep. Tommy Hartnett without talking about the Isle of Palms. It’s not just the place he has ended up – it’s the place where he started. From childhood summers … [Read more...] about Still at Home on the Island Former U.S. Rep. Tommy Hartnett

IOP Council looks to next generation leaders for feedback

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The offical city seal of Isle of Palms, SC

A resolution to establish a Youth Council has recently been approved by IOP City Council. This unique initiative was spearheaded by Mayor Phillip Pounds to empower young citizens, giving them a voice in local government decisions that affect their lives and the future of this community. The goal is to increase citizen engagement among all residents, particularly youth. Youth … [Read more...] about IOP Council looks to next generation leaders for feedback

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