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Former Charleston Pepsi Site Gets Preliminary Approval for 332 Apartments and Retail
A long-vacant former Pepsi bottling site on Meeting Street in Charleston’s Upper Peninsula is finally moving toward redevelopment. Atlanta-based Catalyst Development Partners are advancing plans to renovate the space at 1450 Meeting St. with 332 apartments and a mix of retail after receiving preliminary approval from Charleston’s Design and Review Board on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026.
charlestondaily.net
5 Charleston Shops That Truly Support Local Creatives
Charleston, South Carolina, is widely known for its historic charm, vibrant culture, and rich artistic community. Beyond the traditional galleries, a thriving network of local boutiques and artisan collectives serves as a home for regional makers. Here are 5 outstanding shops in Charleston that champion independent artists, designers, and craftspeople.
whatnow.com
Construction Starts on New Tractor Supply Co. in Santee
“Construction is underway on Tractor Supply Co. in Santee, SC!” said a Facebook post published in late September by Twin Rivers Capital. “The store is scheduled to open in early 2027, and we look forward to sharing more progress as the project takes shape.”. Tractor Supply is at...
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332 apartments proposed for former Pepsi plant site on Meeting Street
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Hundreds of apartments and new retail outlets are proposed for Meeting Street at the site of the old Pepsi plant. The property has sat empty for years, but city officials say developers are making steady progress toward a new vision becoming reality. Redevelopment plans for...
The Post and Courier
Pepsi bottling plant redevelopment gets OK from Charleston design board. Here's what's planned.
CHARLESTON — Redevelopment plans for a mixed-use project to replace the former Pepsi Co. bottling plant on Meeting Street have received preliminary approval. The property owners Catalyst Development Partners returned before the Design Review Board Oct. 5, requesting the green light to build a mixed-use development at 1450 Meeting St. Designs call for 332 residential units in a five-story building with a greenspace leading into a two-story retail space. Katie Burke with Climb Perfect Architecture presented the revised plans before the board, which is limited to discussing site design and archit...
southcarolinapublicradio.org
Investment symposium coming to Charleston Oct. 16th
On October 16th, our next guest’s Lowcountry business school will host their annual Strategic Investment Symposium. This one-day event will bring in investment professionals, institutional investors, financial advisers, and business leaders, for a look at how today’s economic, technological, and market forces are reshaping how investment money is allocated. Mike Switzer interviews Mark Pyles, a professor with the College of Charleston School of Business.
scbiz.com
Charleston housing authority adds 2 development leaders
Debra Stephens joins the Charleston Housing Authority as chief housing and real estate officer. Lester Simpson becomes CHA’s director of development. Both leaders bring experience in affordable housing, real estate development and finance. CHA serves more than 15,000 residents across the Charleston region. The Housing Authority of the City...
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Volvo Car Charleston Launches Factory Fridays to Inspire Next Generation of Manufacturing Talent
This October, Volvo Cars will welcome graduating high school seniors from across the Charleston area to its first-ever Factory Fridays, giving students the opportunity to experience advanced manufacturing firsthand. Hosted by Volvo Cars' U.S. manufacturing operations in Ridgeville, South Carolina, local students are invited to tour the plant, test their...
The Post and Courier
Charleston-area Chevy dealer and rural car-sales pioneer is sold
A longtime Savannah Highway car dealership 13 miles west of the competitive Charleston Auto Mile cluster is under new ownership. The sale of Marchant Chevrolet in Ravenel by industry veteran Rob Marchant III to family-owned Mason Automotive Group of Lugoff was finalized Oct. 5. Financial terms were not disclosed. The dealership at 5700 Highway 17 began operating Monday as Ravenel Chevrolet. “This is an exciting day for our family, our company and, most importantly, the employees and customers of this dealership,” Mark Mason Sr., founder of the father-and-son owned Mason Automotive, said in a w...
thedanielislandnews.com
Longtime toy store WonderWorks nearly doubles Mount Pleasant space
After 36 years in Mount Pleasant, WonderWorks toy store is expanding its footprint and making room for even more imagination. The longtime toy store recently expanded into the adjacent space at Belle Hall Shopping Center, growing from 3,500 to 6,000 square feet full of toys, games, books, and hands-on experiences.
The Post and Courier
Uptown Cheapskate announces opening date of new James Island store
A popular consignment shop is ready to open its long-awaited location on James Island. Uptown Cheapskate is expanding to 1291 Folly Road and announced its first day of buying consignments is Oct. 6. The store sells secondhand men’s and women’s brand-name clothing, accessories and shoes. The store also buys items from people if they’re ready to wear, specified as freshly laundered, free of stains, holes or strong odors, and in gently used condition. “Basically, if you’d lend it to a friend, you’re on the right track,” a Facebook post from the store said. The James Island shop will be the fifth ...
adventuresfrugalmom.com
5 Air Duct Cleaning Companies for Charleston Homeowners
Not every air duct cleaning company in Charleston approaches the job the same way. Some providers focus on air ducts alone, while others combine duct cleaning with HVAC maintenance, dryer vent services, mold remediation, or broader indoor air quality work. The equipment and cleaning process can also vary. Some companies...