Plumbers in Mount Pleasant, SC

The Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina is under contract, with a transfer of the waterfront property expected to close by the fall.

American Financial Group Inc., the longtime Cincinnati-based operator, announced on March 31 that a deal is in the works for the getaway at state-owned Patriots Point.

The price was not disclosed, but the seller said Monday that it expects to book an after-tax net gain of $100 million from the transaction.

The sale will include the long-term real estate leases to the Mount Pleasant resort's two hotels, the 459-slip marina, a full-service restaurant and other assets.

American Financial Group did not identify the buyer. A representative said the company had no further comment Monday.

The terms include a 60-day review period for the purchaser, which can still terminate the sales agreements. If the deal proceeds, the transaction will be finalized by Sept. 30, American Financial Group said.

The resort is next to Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, one of South Carolina's busiest visitor destinations. It is operated under ground leases with the state. The rent payments are based on a combination of flat fees and a set percentage of revenue from various sales and services at the property.

The original hotel was opened in mid-1997.

The current operator is part of American Financial Group's real estate investment arm and formerly was called Brothers Property Corp. The company acquired the leasing rights from the original local development group for $17.5 million in May 2002 and added the 92-room Beach Club hotel in late 2016.

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pickleball Kingdom, the world's largest indoor pickleball entity, announces the official opening of its newest club in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Located at 680 Long Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, in the Belle Hall Shopping Center, this state-of-the-art facility is now open to the public and ready to serve pickleball enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.

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"We're excited to see Pickleball Kingdom officially open in Mount Pleasant, SC, and we couldn't be happier to have Chris and Kelly Ogden leading the charge," said Ace Rodrigues, Founder and CEO of Pickleball Kingdom. "This opening marks another exciting milestone in our mission to deliver a premier indoor pickleball experience to communities around the world."

The Mount Pleasant club features nine premium indoor courts plus a dedicated practice dink court, all designed to provide a world-class playing environment for players of all skill levels. With climate-controlled conditions, a mezzanine viewing area, community room, pro shop, and top-tier amenities, the facility is built to deliver a high-quality experience both on and off the court.

A highlight of the new location is Pickleball 101, a complimentary class created specifically for beginners. This introductory program offers a welcoming and accessible way for newcomers to learn the game for free and experience the excitement of pickleball in a supportive environment. In addition to Pickleball 101, the club offers a full slate of programming, including professional coaching and clinics, youth development initiatives, competitive leagues and tournaments, and opportunities for community and corporate events.

"We're thrilled to bring Pickleball Kingdom to Belle Hall Shopping Center in Mount Pleasant! Pickleball Kingdom is more than just a place to play pickleball—it's a place to make new friends, improve your skills, and have fun! The energy at Pickleball Kingdom is unlike anywhere else, and we are looking forward to creating community with everyone!" said franchisees Chris and Kelly Ogden.

Pickleball Kingdom's President and Chief Global Officer, Rob Streett, added, "Chris and Kelly Ogden have shown an incredible commitment to elevating the player experience in Mount Pleasant. Their passion for the sport and dedication to building community make them the perfect leaders for this club. We're confident this location will set a new standard for indoor pickleball in the region."

To celebrate the grand opening, Pickleball Kingdom Belle Hall will host a special weekend event from Friday, April 25th to Sunday, April 27th, featuring raffle prizes, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, founding member festivities, and special promotions.

To sign up to become a member of Pickleball Kingdom Belle Hall, visit:https://pickleballkingdom.com/clubs/mount-pleasant-sc/

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Pickleball Kingdom is the premier indoor pickleball franchise, dedicated to fostering community and providing world-class facilities. With a mission to create a global network of pickleball venues, Pickleball Kingdom is at the forefront of the fastest-growing sport in the U.S.

As pickleball continues to surge in popularity, Pickleball Kingdom invites driven individuals to explore franchise opportunities and join this exciting growth. For more information, visit https://pickleballkingdom.com/franchise/.

For Franchise or Media Inquiries:Mitch Kistner, Sr. Director of MarketingEmail: [email protected]Phone: 888-788-0999

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A specialty grocery store is close to opening its first Lowcountry location in Mount Pleasant's Bowman Place Shopping Center.

The Fresh Market has placed a "Now hiring" sign outside its future location near U.S. Highway 17 and Bowman Road, between Dick’s Sporting Goods and DSW.

The North Carolina-based retailer also filed its first notice Feb. 26 that it has applied for a state license to sell beer and wine for off-site consumption. The S.C. Department of Revenue requires three such public notifications in as many weeks.

Nearly two dozen jobs are listed on The Fresh Market website and on LinkedIn for a number of the store's departments, including the bakery, floral and delicatessen. Many of the positions advertised offer benefits and retirement contributions.

The Fresh Market took over the lease from discount grocer Lidl for a space in Bowman Place, according to a document filed last fall the Charleston County Register of Deeds.

The site previously held a 20,000-square-foot kitchen store, Kitchen & Co., which closed in early 2020.

A final review of site, landscape and architecture plans was approved by Mount Pleasant’s Design Review Board in late January, which showed sidewalk seating, indoor seating, relocating an existing bike rack and extending a current three-foot wide door.

As for an official opening date, The Fresh Market did not respond to multiple requests for comment.

The chain has nine grocery stores in South Carolina, including three along the coast in Hilton Head, Pawleys Island and Myrtle Beach.

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCSC) - Mount Pleasant officials are making progress on a project that will alleviate some congestion on Highway 17 and provide more connectivity and safety to those who frequent the area.

The All-American Boulevard extension project is getting close to completion. Project leaders are currently finishing the installation of a stormwater drainage system that includes over 3,000 feet of concrete pipe.

They are also working on installing an eight to 10 foot wide shared use path that will add to the Mount Pleasant Way network. This shared use path will include landscaping and streetlights along its entire length as well as separate bike lanes from its intersection with George Browder Boulevard to Park West Boulevard.

Once completed, this project will create a two-lane road that will run from Lexington Drive all the way to Park West Boulevard, providing drivers with an alternative route to avoid using US-17.

“I think with the completion of this project, you’ll see a reduction in traffic on 17 through the limits of this project from Park West to Lexington. You’ll also see some improved mobility as far as the installation of the shared use path from the Mount Pleasant Way, connecting residential to commercial zones as well as existing paths along Park West Boulevard,” Deputy Director of the Mount Pleasant Capital Projects and Transportation Department James Aton says. “So I think you’ll see a lot of better interconnectivity, reduction in traffic and congestion and improved nonmotorized mobility.”

Aton says that this project will provide several benefits, including increased accessibility to first responders when needed. This project is all about creating a functional, safe and interconnected community by connecting neighborhoods and businesses.

“It’s really to provide that transportation redundancy, options for travel [and] reduce congestion on 17 through this section and provide better EMS, police, and fire response in the event of an incident,” Aton says.

Erin Rauton is the office manager of Solomon Family Dentistry, a business on All-American Boulevard. Rauton says they frequently see patients arriving late to their appointments because of the traffic on US-17, so she really hopes this project will help resolve some of that.

“I feel that this will increase the patient’s ability to get here in a timely fashion. Sometimes they’re dealing with traffic on Highway 17, which can be stressful and then running late to an appointment could also be stressful. So, I think it’ll help counteract some of the traffic patients have to experience to get here,” she says.

She says she is excited for this project to be completed as she believes it will not only help the traffic but will also help keep nonmotorized road users safe.

“This project will help accessibility to our office for our patients who live nearby to avoid 17 and also increase walkability so people can ride bikes and walk without having to be on the Highway 17,” Rauton says.

The cost of this project is a little over $3.5 million and is funded through the Town’s Capital Improvement Plan. The contract also includes the installation of a new water main, which is not included in that cost; however, Mount Pleasant Water Works will fully fund that portion of the project.

While they have been working since July 2024, it may not look like much yet because most of the work is being done under the surface. This includes installing the stormwater drainage systems, relocating utilities, stabilizing underlying materials and compacting them.

Now that they are finishing up the drainage system installation, progress will quickly start to become visible, as they will soon begin paving the roadway and constructing the shared-use path. Those steps in addition to the landscaping and street light installation are really the only main construction efforts that remain.

Project leaders anticipate having this project fully completed by August.

The roadway was named All American to honor Mount Pleasant citizens who gave their life in the War on Terror in the early 2000s. When the roadway name was adopted, those specifically being honored were:

Maj. Edward J. Murphy, Operation Enduring Freedom, Ghazni, Afghanistan, April 6, 2005

Capt. Richard G. Cliff Jr., Operation Enduring Freedom, Yakhchal, Afghanistan, Sept. 29, 2008

Sgt. Adam M. Wenger, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Tunnis, Iraq, Nov. 5, 2008.

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Olive Branch Church in Mount Pleasant delivered more than a traditional sermon this Easter Sunday. (WCIV)

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — Olive Branch Church in Mount Pleasant delivered more than a traditional sermon this Easter Sunday. Reverend Harkness invited members of the church’s younger generation to take the stage and deliver the Easter message themselves.

“Yeah, yeah, this is my first time speaking,” said Walter Smalls Jr., one of the young members who stepped up to the pulpit.

“If they hear it from their peers, maybe it’ll have a different impact,” said Harkness.

Both generations realize there is a missing demographic in their congregation and now actively seek to connect with younger parishioners.

“Young people aren’t coming to church,” said Courtney, one of the young speakers. “So we have to meet them where they're at."

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“It just dropped in my spirit that Easter would be a good time to show them we value them,” Harkness said.

And when Harkness asked the younger generation to speak on Easter, they answered the call.

“I guess we accepted and said, ‘Hey, we’re all about to be up there giving the message,’” said Santel Brown, another speaker.

Harkness knew this was new to many on Easter but he has faith in the next generation.

“They have the authority and the ability to carry God’s word,” he said confidently.