Choate Construction Announces Leadership Appointments
CHARLESTON, SC March 18, 2025 - Choate Construction Company is excited to strengthen its leadership team with the promotions of three outstanding leaders.Tim Heichelbech, Executive Vice President of Operations First, Tim Heichelbech has been named Executive Vice President of Operations for the firm at large. Formerly the Vice President & Division Manager of Choate Construction’s Charleston office, Tim has leveraged his 33 years of industry experience to advance the operational performance of his teams and
SUMMERVILLE MEDICAL CENTER COMPLETES $67 MILLION INPATIENT EXPANSION PROJECT AND PRIVATIZES INPATIEN
Signals Significant Growth for Inpatient and Critical Care in the Lowcountry Summerville, SC (March 12, 2025) – Summerville Medical Center is thrilled to announce the completion of it’s $67 million inpatient expansion project, which increases the hospital’s licensed bed count by 40% to 174 licensed beds. This expansion also allows the hospital to privatize all inpatient units, ensuring that patients in the community can enjoy the comfort of private rooms while receiving care. This project marks a
Recent Blood Drive Marks More Than $165,000 in Cash Contributions & Over 3,300 Lifesaving Blood Dona
MONCKS CORNER, SC February 24, 2025 – For anyone who thinks giving goes on break because of a snowstorm, Home Telecom and the South Carolina Region of the American Red Cross have proven it does not. Home Telecom completed the first of three blood drives this year on Friday, January 31, celebrating a 25-year lifesaving partnership with the American Red Cross. The contributions are not just about giving blood. Home Telecom employees have made $168,092.22 in cash contributions to the South Carolina
Berkeley County Students Compete for the 11th and Final Annual Home Telecom Directory Art Challenge
Philip Simmons High School Senior, Caroline Davey Wins the 2025 Directory Cover Entitled Old Santee Canal Otter MONCKS CORNER, SC February 18, 2025 –A furry native and prolific swimmer from the Old Santee River is the winning subject of the 2025 Home Telecom Directory Art Challenge competition this year. Created by Philip Simmons High School Senior Caroline Davey, the indigenous South Carolina Canal Otter will be the last cover art featured on the Home Telecom Directory after a 75-year run. This 11th
Berkeley Chamber of Commerce Celebrates the Grand Opening of Smart & Clean Laundromat
(Berkeley County, SC) – The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Smart & Clean Laundromat on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Located at 221 N. Highway 52, Moncks Corner, SC 29461, this state-of-the-art laundromat is a welcome addition to the Moncks Corner business community. Smart & Clean Laundromat is the third business established in Moncks Corner by its owners, who also operate Highway 52 Gas Station and the Moncks Corner Inn. Their continued
Home Telecom Launches Free SmartTown Wi-Fi in Nexton
MONCKS CORNER, SC October 30, 2024 — Home Telecom is now offering free SmartTown Wi-Fi access to Home Telecom customers in the Nexton community! In 2022, Home Telecom increased average Wi-Fi speeds by about 600% in Nexton Square, Brighton Park Great Lawn, The Hub and Brown Family Park to ensure patrons would not struggle with network overcrowding and intermittent access, even during large events. The upgrade ensured a faster and more consistent Wi-Fi experience for anyone enjoying the parks. Home Telecom
Summerville Medical Center celebrates opening Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Summerville, SC (September 16, 2024) – Imagine having to travel 40+ minutes each day to visit your newborn – for weeks. That’s what new parents in Summerville, N. Charleston and surrounding communities have been doing for decades and it’s why Summerville Medical Center is proud to announce the opening of a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Elevating critical care for sick babies from a Level II Special Care Nursery to a Level III NICU is a significant milestone for Summerville Medical Center’s
The Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 2023 Leadership Berkeley Graduating Class
(Berkeley County, SC) – On November 16, the Leadership Berkeley class of 2023 celebrated a successful year and completion of the program at a graduation luncheon at the Greeting House in Summerville, SC. The 2023 Leadership Berkeley class kicked off their ten-month long program in February 2023. The program designed to expose businesses and area leaders to the opportunities and challenges facing our community and by promoting and fostering leadership creates a strong and diverse pool of community
THOMAS & HUTTON NAMES NEW SHAREHOLDERS 2023
Savannah, GA, October 17, 2023 — Thomas & Hutton is pleased to announce the addition of two new company shareholders: Cecilia Arango, CPSM and Brian Riley. Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President Ben Jones states, “For 77 years, Thomas & Hutton continues to focus on growth and sustainability, and ownership transition is an integral part of our plan. We are excited to welcome Cecilia and Brian as shareholders at Thomas & Hutton. With both having over 20 years of experience at the firm, their
