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Summerville, SC – May 7, 2025 — H&M Surveying, a veteran-owned leader in precision land surveying, is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in Summerville, South Carolina. This expansion strengthens the firm’s presence across the Southeast and enhances its ability to serve clients in the Lowcountry with timely, high-quality surveying solutions.

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Greenville, SC, H&M Surveying is known for its commitment to accuracy, innovation, and customer service. The Summerville office will offer a full suite of services, including boundary and topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, construction staking, flood zone delineation, UAV-based orthophotography, and GIS mapping. The expansion reflects the company’s continued growth and dedication to meeting the evolving needs of developers, engineers, municipalities, and homeowners throughout South Carolina.

“Opening a Summerville office is a natural step in our mission to provide responsive, expert surveying services where they’re needed most,” said Dustin J. Mills, CEO of H&M Surveying. “We’re excited to support the region’s development with the same precision and professionalism that have defined our work for over a decade.”

For more information or to request a quote, visit www.hmsurveying.com, contact the Summerville office directly at (843) 277-0397 or quotes@hmsurveying.com

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SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — The Dorchester School District Two Board of Trustees announced Friday they've appointed Dr. Anthony "Tony" Wilson as the new principal of Spann Elementary School.

Dr. Wilson brings over 23 years of experience in education, including 15 years in administrative leadership, district officials said. His career has spanned roles such as teacher, assistant principal, principal, principal mentor, and superintendent and he has a Doctor of Education in Higher Education from Southern Illinois University.

Most recently, he served as principal at Summerville Preparatory Academy for grades K-6 during the 2024-2025 academic year.

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“I’m honored to join Spann Elementary as principal and become part of this community of excellence,” said Dr. Wilson. “I look forward to working alongside dedicated educators, engaged families, and inspiring students as we continue to build on the school’s strong foundation of academic achievement and character development. Together, we will create a supportive and enriching environment where every student can thrive.”

Originally from Southern Illinois, Dr. Wilson moved to South Carolina in January 2024 to become the founding principal of Summerville Preparatory Academy. He and his wife, Casey, have two daughters, Ella and Hannah.

Superintendent Chad Daugherty expressed enthusiasm for Dr. Wilson's appointment, saying, “We are excited to welcome Dr. Wilson to Team Dorchester. His extensive background in education and leadership, combined with his passion for student success, makes him an excellent fit for Spann Elementary. We look forward to the positive impact he will have on the school’s students, families, and staff.”

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Autobell opened its third Summerville, South Carolina, site in the growing Cane Bay community.

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The Autobell Cane Bay location adds to the company’s expanding footprint in South Carolina.

Autobell entered the greater Charleston, South Carolina, market in 2016.

It now operates six washes in the area.

These locations include Summerville, North Charleston, Johns Island and Charleston (James Island).

Family-owned Autobell celebrates 56 years in business next month.

The company currently runs 91 washes across five states.

New modular design debuts in Cane Bay

The Autobell Cane Bay location introduces a new design based on a modular construction concept.

This design allows Autobell to use stick-built or pre-engineered components as needed.

It adapts to various site requirements for future wash locations.

The concept lowers long-term architectural and engineering expenses.

It provides a simple, flexible layout that supports full customization.

The design fits any location’s layout and construction needs.

New store brings jobs and local leadership

The new Autobell will hire around 20 full- and part-time team members.

Charlie Canapp will manage the new location as store manager.

Charleston District Manager Doug Robinson, a 19-year Autobell veteran, stated, “It’s been exciting to participate in the growth of Autobell in this market and help establish new locations that offer our customers excellent service, dependable quality and increased convenience.”

Autobell services and customer offerings

Autobell services include full-service cleaning with interior and exterior options completed in minutes.

They also offer exterior-only washes for daily convenience.

The company offers multi-level unlimited carwash plans with unlimited monthly washes.

The Autobell app allows customers to pre-purchase washes and skip the line.

Customers also earn rewards through the My Autobell Rewards program.

SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) - Downtown Summerville was painted with bustling crowds, food trucks, vendors, live music and local artists on Sunday for the final day of the Flowertown Arts and Crafts Festival.

Flowertown was in full bloom this past weekend as the three-day festival planted smiles, sprouted community connections, and blossomed with creativity, everything the non-profit Beyond BASIC Lifeskills strives to cultivate.

Joanna Goncalez is a volunteer for Beyond BASIC and said the organization is breaking barriers through art.

“Most of those individuals that have an intellectual disability, they will age out. And so, there was this cliff of nothingness, as we like to call it, where there aren’t enough resources available for those that are not going off to college. And so, we decided that we needed to make that bridge of a gap for the community,” she said.

Goncalez said Beyond BASIC empowers its teammates to thrive independently through skill-building, nurturing creativity, and encouraging community engagement, which is why she said pottery fits so well with their mission.

“So, our teammates, through Beyond Handcrafted, our social enterprise, create this lovely pottery with Norah, who is our ceramics manager. And she has created these systems in place to make them adaptable for our teammates so that they can create this pottery with us, and it continues to support our programming,” she said.

Each unique piece of pottery on display at their Flowertown booth was handcrafted by Beyond BASIC teammates.

“I think one of the ways that we continue to make consistently beautiful work is through some really cool adaptive features of the pottery. So, we work together with our teammates a lot to see what works, what doesn’t work. A lot of mobility issues and things like that can hinder how we make,” Norah Clements, Ceramics Manager for Beyond Handcrafted, said.

Both Clements and Goncalez said Beyond BASIC is breaking barriers and shifting perceptions, one partnership, one conversation, and one piece of pottery at a time.

“So, in partnership with the YMCA, just being here with other friends, it opens up a lot of doors. And that conversation that we can have with the general public that our teammates are able; an intellectual disability doesn’t set them back or set them in a place where it puts them in a different box. We’re all the same,” Goncalez said.

She said the non-profit is redefining independence for adults with intellectual disabilities through creativity, connection, and inclusion, proving that everyone is capable.

“Our teammates get to go to the YMCA, make friends, but they also allow us to volunteer, which helps us proactively be in tune with the community and practice those job skills, but also create inclusion in the City of Summerville. It’s our mission; Inclusion is what we do,” Goncalez said.

Proceeds from Flowertown will go towards YMCA programs that promote youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

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SUMMERVILLE, S.C. — Jason Thorpe, the Franchise Partner who opened Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar’s first franchised location in Summerville, South Carolina is celebrating a decade in the community. What started as the debut franchise unit for the brand has grown into a local favorite and flagship success story — and Thorpe is only getting started.

To commemorate the occasion, Thorpe is planning a week of specials, culminating in a 10-Year Anniversary Party on Sunday, April 27 from 2-5 p.m., featuring live music and a street celebration in front of the Shack.

Thorpe’s journey with the brand began in 2014 when he signed his franchise agreement and began developing the Summerville Shuckin’ Shack, which would open in April 2015. Since then, he has grown into a high-performing franchisee, opening a second location in West Ashley, South Carolina with plans to launch a third in the near future.

“When we opened Summerville, it really took off,” Thorpe said. “We were blessed; we got really lucky. Everything went well.”

Through his decade with the brand, Thorpe has consistently reaffirmed just how important community involvement is, noting just how impactful a hands-on, community-focused approach can be in the early days of operations.

“Jason is a shining example of what’s possible with the Shuckin’ Shack model — passionate ownership, community connection and strategic growth,” said Jonathan Weathington, CEO of Shuckin’ Shack. “Celebrating this 10-year milestone with him is a celebration of everything our franchise system is built on.”

ABOUT SHUCKIN’ SHACK:

Offering a “lifestyle experience,” Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar creates an environment that encourages guests to grab a seat, relax and take their taste buds on a trip to the coast; after all, life is too short for bland drinks and boring bars! The original Carolina Beach, NC Shack, which was just 900-square-feet, was launched in 2007 with a plan to become the go-to local hangout for people of all ages. A place where friends and family can enjoy fresh, delicious meals, cold beer, and craft cocktails in an environment that exudes fun and relaxation, Shuckin’ Shack offers exceptional seafood and creative drinks that will make guests question why they ever settled for ordinary bar offerings.

Thanks to its bold flavors and impeccable vibes, Shuckin’ Shack has continued to grow. In 2014, the brand began franchising and has since expanded to 17 units across six states. To learn more about Shuckin’ Shack, visit http://www.theshuckinshack.com.

The cost to open a Shuckin’ Shack franchise ranges from $472,000 to $1,416,420. For more information visit: www.theshuckinshack.com.