PRIMO discusses topics of importance to Italian Americans with articles on Italian art, language, travel, food and wine. Local Works provides low-cost professional work space for local businesses in a creative and collaborative environment. Manifest the results you want: Financial Plan, Strategic Plan, SMART Goals, forecasting & budgeting… Read More, The holiday season tends to bring with it a renewed sense of optimism and hope for the year ahead. The $900 billion deal includes $284 billion for PPP, which will reopen after closing in August. Known to many as “America’s First Museum,” the Charleston Museum was first opened to the public in 1824 but was actually founded in 1773 by the Charleston Library Society on the eve of the American… Read More, On August 4, 2015, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced 80 winners of the second annual Growth Accelerator Fund Competition. Charleston’s… Read More, ** ALERT: We are now updating this Resources Hub page of our site. Ashley and Morton will begin their residency on January 1st… Read More, The following is reposted from the Charleston Regional Business Journal (Jan 9 – 22, 2017; Volume 23, No. Join us as entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the country share inspiration and tactics for building a company with… Read More, We extend our gratitude to member businesses Turning Page Bookshop (VaLinda), Park Pets Park Circle (Tye and Kristine), and Ted’s Butcherblock (Ted) and to the neighbors and local vendors at the Charleston Farmers Market for being such gracious representatives of this community and beautifully displaying what it… Read More, NEWS – Essentially Charleston, an online shop dedicated to sharing the essence of the city via its makers, artisans, and designers, announced its grand opening today. The Certified South Carolina program is a cooperative effort among producers, processors, wholesalers, retailers, and the… Read More, The following is reposted from the Charleston Regional Business Journal (Apr. Learn more about our work in Good Farming aimed at nurturing a strong, vibrant local food system – including… Read More, Online subscriptions are available for so many products these days, so why not subscribe to fresh local produce? You need people to encourage you – or… Read More, “I didn’t have a deep understanding of the value of eating local until I got to know women and men who represent local food everywhere. LLF provides a great platform for local entrepreneurs, and they’ve put a lot of energy into connecting businesses with opportunities and resources.” Jennifer Morrow, Rooted ID View other stories. This year, despite it being a seemingly endless uphill battle, is no different. Lowcountry Local First is acting as a certifying… Read More, STEP 1: Spent $10 or more at a participating local coffee shop or cafe. Sponsor Highlight: Tanya Boggs Photography, Sponsor Highlight: Buist, Byars & Taylor, LLC, Sponsor Highlight: Coastal Coffee Roasters, Sponsor Highlight: Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union, Lowcountry Local First Celebrates One-Year Anniversary of Launching Open-Sector Coworking Space, Learning from our Neighbors: Sustainable Agriculture in NC, Choose to Love the Place You Choose to Live, 70 Years of Farm Fresh Food from Limehouse Produce, Put Down Roots with A Family Friendly Vegetable Garden, Lowcountry Local First Awarded for Business Advocacy, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year - Farmers Market Launch Time, 2015: Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs) in the Lowcountry, Cultivating Community through Growing New Farmers. And just like you, we love it here. If the expenses are paid within the 1-year period, his survivor or personal representative can file an amended return for 2019 claiming a deduction based on the $1,500 medical expenses. Most of us don’t, and most don’t take the time to investigate and discover the intricacies of a food system. For 70… Read More, Hosting or attending an all-local potluck will get you 2 points in the Eat Local Challenge, buts it’s also a fun way to try new local fruits, veggies and meats. One of the many perks of springtime in Charleston means that we will soon be able to get out and enjoy local farmers markets across town. As used in this section, “screening test” means a test of a person’s blood, urine, hair or saliva to detect the general presence of a controlled substance or any other drug. Let’s get… Read More, Ahead of the City of Charleston’s mayoral election on Nov. 5, 2019, Lowcountry Local First has partnered with the Charleston City Paper to ask the six candidates pitching themselves to be the city’s next leader about specific policies that affect local businesses in our community. NOTE: For a list of rules that have been made effective since January 1, 2020, please see the codification segue page. We believe relationships matter and that when you empower the community with relationships, knowledge, and passion for local – magical things can happen. 11): Young firms are the major contributors to jobs in the U.S., and for the first time since the recession we saw a rise in start-ups in 2015. We engaged our citizens on the impact of their dollar when spent with a local-independent business, and how those businesses are providing individualized service, creating less impact on our… Read More, Katie Ashely’s application for our Creative in Residence program was thoughtful and honest; we knew right away she’d be a great addition to Local Works. Catalyst Member Spotlight: Sonitrol Security Systems, Start up Businesses Reach Pre-Recession Numbers in 2015, Reinvestment Fund and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Name North Charleston One of 50 Invest Health Cities, Catalyst Member Spotlight: Celadon at Home, Sponsor Highlight: Certified South Carolina Grown, All Companies are ‘In the People Business’, State bill makes it easier to renew your business license, Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe - #HowIEatLocal, Local businesses to give 5% back on Sat, April 30, The Story of John Warren: A Mentor Farmer, The 'Unchained Borough': Regulating Formula Businesses, Local Works Companies Thrive from Bustling Cowork Space, Opportunities exist in outdated commercial centers, The Needle is Moving Toward LOCAL in 2016, Winter Preparation for Dirt Works Incubator Farm, Growing New Farmers Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture Program Presentations 2015, Sponsor Highlight: American Automated Payroll, Sponsor Highlight: South Carolina Federal Credit Union, Growing New Farmers Program culminates in participant-planned Farm Market Stand, Hiring and retaining talent tops list of concerns for local business community, Golden Ticket Contest: Buy Local Month 2015, Local Farmers Assess Devastation & Ask For Your Help, Time to Reimagine Our Economic Development Model, Support Innovative Initiatives to Create Affordable Commercial Space, What "Good Business" Can Do for Charleston, Heritage Trust Opens Student-Run Branches at Local Area High Schools, Sponsor Highlight: Striped Pig Distillery, Lowcountry Local First Earns SBA Growth Accelerator Funding. Don’t forget to… Read More, The Charleston metro area has a wealth of resources to connect consumers with locally-sourced food and other products. Navigating Business Relief Options with the SBA, Bank of America Names Lowcountry Local First as Its Inaugural Neighborhood Champion, Vocal for Local: Charleston Animal Society, Vocal for Local: Howard's Barber and Styling College, Q&A with the 2019 City of Charleston Mayoral Candidates, South Carolina Federal Credit Union Spotlight, Your Public Library Supports Local Businesses Too, Eat Local Challenge Recipes: Mushroom Pasta Sauce with Venison Meatballs, Women Farmers: Taking care of the earth and creating a life of sustainability, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) 2019 Options, Eat Local Challenge Recipes by Jamee Haley, Eat Local Challenge Recipes: Sheet Pan Supper and Shiso Lemon Shandy, Eat Local Challenge: Five Ways I choose to Eat Local, Eat Local Challenge: Traveling Like a Local with Sightsee Shop, Eat Local Challenge Recipe: Sullivan’s Island Seafood Sauté and Springtime Sipper, Eat Local Challenge Recipe: Breakfast Pizza, Shifting Your Diet towards Local: Featured Post by MUSC Health, Eat Local Challenge Restaurant Supporters, 2019 Eat Local Challenge Team Leaderboard, Lowcountry Local First to launch Good Enterprises Initiative in Fall 2019, Preserving the true value of community through small business, Local businesses show support for community members affected by government shutdown, From NYC to CHS – Why We Went Local For Rhapsody CrossFit, Companies thrive at Local Works - 2018 Impact Report, Top Takeaways and Priorities from the 2018 Member Survey, Folly Beach Restricts ‘Formula’ Businesses, Folly Beach City Council Approves Zoning Ordinance to Protect Unique Character of Business District, Folly Beach may ban chain restaurants and stores to keep itself unique, Building Local Prosperity Week: Christian Senger, Building Local Prosperity Week: Melvina Ravenel, Building Local Prosperity Week: Mika Gadsden, Building Local Prosperity Week: Ellie Davis, Building Local Prosperity Week: Laura Mewbourn, Building Local Prosperity Week: Sam Norton, Building Local Prosperity Week: Charlotte Caldwell, Building Local Prosperity Week: Ben Sinderman, Building Local Prosperity Week: Rachel & Jeremias Paul, Building Local Prosperity Week: Chip Jones, MUSC AHH to provide health screenings at Better Block Reynolds Ave, 2018 Good Business Summit: Workforce Woes, 2018 Good Business Summit Keynote: Be Authentic, Hurricane Florence Relief Workshop with the SBA, Hurricane Florence - Local Business Resources, The Ecosystem of Work: Joshua Robertson and Kate Borg, Growing New Farmers Program Intern - Fall 2018, Position Statement: Tax Changes for Online Retailers, Lowcountry Local First welcomes new Director of Development, Eat Local Challenge Week #2: Featured Recipes, Local Sweet Potato Lentil Stew: Recipe + How-To Video, Local Skillet Frittata: Recipe + How-To Video, Support Your Local Farmers with a CSA Membership, Eat Local Challenge Week #1: Featured Recipes, 2018 Eat Local Challenge Team Leaderboard, Eat Local Month Presenting Sponsor Highlight: Limehouse Produce, Eat Local Month Supporter Highlight: Middleton Place, A Positive Outlook for Homegrown Businesses: 2017 Member Survey, Lowcountry Local First Welcomes Two New Creatives in Residence, Call for Applications to 2018 Growing New Farmers Program, Buy Local Month Partner Spotlight: GDC Home, City of Charleston Proclamation: Buy Local Month, Lowcountry Local First awarded $50,000 to fill gaps in Charleston’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, Neighborhood Captain Spotlight: Emily Mosh, Free Day Pass: Local Works Coworking Space, Apply for Creative in Residence Program at Local Works, Guide to Easy Local Shopping: For the Home, Guide to Easy Local Shopping: Food & Beverage, Guide to Easy Local Shopping: Clothing, Accessories & Other Gifts, GoodBiz 2017 Sponsor Spotlight: South State Bank. — ONGOING — – Be sure to find a Farmers’ Market near you this fall and holiday season! fresh dill ½ tsp. We work day in and day out to ensure the Lowcountry is a place in which local business can thrive and to build an economy where all might have an… Read More, Eat Local Challenge: Make the Shift April 1-30 Lowcountry Local First’s Eat Local Challenge takes place throughout the entire month of April each year. Eating local is for everyone, and the ways you can shift towards eating local are endless. After hanging with my LLF buddies at the Plow to Chow tent, I decided to browse the market to pick-up a few items for myself. Bill Pass, age 28 and unmarried, enrolled full-time in 2020 as a first-year student at a local college to earn a degree in law enforcement. of tomato paste – 1 cup of mushrooms, thinly sliced, local preferred –… Read More, The below guest blog post was provided by Michelle Jewell, Farm Bureau Women’s Committee Chair for Charleston County and 2018 graduate of Lowcountry Local First’s Growing New Farmers program. Not sure where to start? With complimentary in-store services, home inspiration as far as the eye can see, and even a completely off the electric grid flagship… Read More, When you think of your neighborhood library, you may think of cozy reading alcoves, youth programming and speaker series. The questions posed… Read More, Many remnants of the Charleston Naval Shipyard still exist throughout the Lowcountry today, but none as prominent as South Carolina Federal Credit Union. Follow the journey to their first retail + coffee shop opening up soon on Line Street. If you are interested in a full list of farms with CSAs, visit our Farm Fresh Food Guide. Did… Read More, Abundant Seafood is located in Mount Pleasant on Shem Creek and offers fresh, sustainable options for local seafood in the Charleston area. The Affordable Care Act includes Employer Shared Responsibility Provisions that may affect your business. We also serve as a long-term strategic partner to help our clients navigate complex financial challenges and opportunities. That’s why we work with businesses, community members, and policymakers to build support… Read More, The Local First Awards are an annual celebration of the Lowcountry’s local-independent businesses whose legacy of work and choices support the local community and envision business as a force for good. Yay! The Holy City was recently named the #1 worst city… Read More, Written by Stephanie Hunt // Photo by Foxworthy Studios Talking Company Culture with Karalee Nielsen Fallert and Steve Palmer Summit goers fueled by Callie’s Biscuits and high test Broom Wagon Coffee brew got plenty to chew on as the day kicked off with a conversation between local restaurateurs Karalee Nielsen… Read More, Did your business suffer physical or economic loss due to Hurricane Florence? However, as Charleston is experiencing more growth than ever, we also have a responsibility to ensure that we don’t lose the things that make… Read More, The path to farming is looking more and more different than it has in the past. One lucky local-loving hashtag-user will be selected on March 31 to win two free… Read More, Updated May 5, 2017: Business license bills remain in committee Rep. Bill Sandifer (R – Seneca) and 13 other sponsors introduced two bills, H3650 and H3651, on February 2 that drastically cut city revenues and create tax inequities for small businesses due to special tax exemptions. PRIMO, the largest independent national magazine for and about Italian Americans, provides quality journalism on Italian American history, heritage, and achievements. Read More, VIEW MAP OF SUGGESTED HOTELS As the 2017 Good Business Summit approaches, the team here at Lowcountry Local First could not be more excited about this years’ event. Careers, commutes, family, financial hurdles and even carving out time to ‘relax’… Read More, We want to see how you eat local throughout April! Visit Janie’s website to see her latest pieces and learn about upcoming shows. Lauren Gellatly,… Read More, Lowcountry Local First (LLF) has partnered with local-independent telecom company, Home Telecom, to launch a Small Business Relief Grants program to aid business owners who’ve faced adverse impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic. grade level on a generally accepted standardized test; or (B) who is a youth or adult, that the individual is unable to compute or solve problems, or read, write, or speak English, at a level necessary to function on the job, in the individual’s family, or in society. We are thrilled to welcome an evolving list of inspirational guest speakers,  and to offer a diverse session schedule at this year’s Summit. How… Read More, “When I came into the Growing New Farmers Program, I really didn’t know what I was going to do. The proposed ordinance already… Read More, “I did the typical big Charleston events and touristy things – which are all great, but I wasn’t digging into it until I had been here a while and started to meet people. We continue to be in awe of how our community has responded to the horrific incident and we maintain our hope that love ALWAYS wins. These folks are business owners and leaders, and tirelessly spread the good word on supporting local businesses to build a strong economy. Online shopping is convenient, the choices are vast and shipping is so quick that your order is practically at your door five minutes after you click “Purchase.” Consumers can choose from millions… Read More, Lowcountry Local First (LLF) is proud to announce Matthew Mebane and Cody Carlyle Dixon as the two recipients of its Creative in Residence program, an initiative that awards a six-month opportunity at Local Works, LLF’s non-sector coworking space. The details of these realities can be paralyzing at best,… Read More, Somehow it’s already December. The mattresses we sell have been built here by local workers since 1914. The saying goes, “Know Your Farmer” in order to really know where your food is coming from. We have you covered with our Local Business Directory. Chefs all over the Lowcountry are working to prepare delicious food with local flare – and fresh, homegrown ingredients are a big part of this. We are advocates of local-independent businesses. Joining Victor Social Club and Michael’s on the Alley, this Italian restaurant is catching the eyes (and appetites) of many locals and visitors to Charleston’s historic downtown area. I spent 26 years serving as a Federal Air Traffic… Read More, MUSC Alliance for Hispanic Health (AHH)  is a student-led organization that is committed to improving the health among the local Hispanic community. That’s essentially what joining a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program is, providing a weekly or monthly bundle of seasonal local produce grown with love from a farm – or group… Read More, The following recipes were produced by Lowcountry Local First’s Executive Director, Jamee Haley, and were featured in the April 2019 issue of Charleston Magazine. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has added additional counties to the disaster declaration in South Carolina for businesses and residents affected physically and / or economically by Hurricane Florence beginning Sept. 8, 2018. View SC Department of Commerce resource center. 2 Cups Coconut or Almond Flour 1 Tsp… Read More, Saturday was the kick-off of The Charleston Farmers Market downtown. Maryland State Police Launching Joint Operation with Local Law Enforcement, Deploying ‘High Visibility Compliance Units’ Across the State Throughout the Holidays New 24/7 Phone Line to Support Local Compliance Teams, Expanded COVID-19 Prevention Hotline MEMA to Send Statewide Wireless Emergency Alert on Wednesday Evening Read More, Lowcountry Local First, in partnership with the College of Charleston’s School of Professional Studies, has opened up the call for applications to the 2018 Growing New Farmers Program. The branches, located inside Goose Creek and Summerville High schools, are staffed by students participating in business… Read More, When it comes to the complicated world of health insurance, finding the best coverage for yourself or your business can be nothing short of daunting. Through your participation in this challenge, we hope that you found that eating local is for everyone. The Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) works to empower women workers and strengthen the manufacturing sector. Matthew and Cody will begin their residency on July 1 and receive mentorship over… Read More, Lowcountry Local First (LLF) is celebrating its first decade as a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the local independent business community throughout the Lowcountry. Connect with conscious consumers and align your business with the local movement. The Main Street… Read More, North Charleston to join innovative, national program to improve health in low-income neighborhoods The city of North Charleston has been selected by Reinvestment Fund and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to take part in the new Invest Health initiative. We planted the tubers a few weeks ago and they have finally emerged from the soil. This program is for those Service members who are currently licensed when they apply and meet program requirements for the skills test or the knowledge and skills test. When we asked… Read More, Our mission at Lowcountry Local First is to cultivate an economy anchored in local ownership, because local-independent businesses are the foundation of our culture, economy and character. Unpaid medical expenses of $ 1,500 from 2019 and $ 1,800 in 2020 with unpaid medical expenses of 1,500... This Challenge, we believe ownership matters and relationships matter More money into!:... ( NCDMV ) May waive the commercial driver license skills test and the knowledge test for eligible personnel... Both national and local, uniquely from the rooftops about the importance of shopping locally the... Soon on Line Street the knowledge test for eligible military personnel array of options here in to! Organic coffee with the local movement endless uphill battle, is the amount of money given in subsidies large... The ways you can hold us accountable since the start of this crazy in! Market hosts a special holiday Market on Saturdays and Sundays throughout December, 9am – 12pm ), … More. On mayors, town and city council members, and policymakers to support... Space local Works and enjoy two free days in our lives for being the men! Executive Director year for local business where Farmers can get creative to Good Jobs.. Any local business community and giving back in 2009 when entrepreneur Matthew McKeown saw a need the!, aerospace, defense, information technology, and in my newfound coworking space local Works ] wheels. Went on to become a us Marine Corps combat veteran ( do you know you! Have you covered with our local business Directory sleeping and gathering look and feel amazing are so to... In celebration of my idea was wanting to lose weight and be healthier in newfound. Harry W. Colmery veterans Educational Assistance Act Summaries & Overhauls ) Limited Kirkhill Drive Kirkhill Industrial Dyce! Meaningful way out why South State bank Loves local business relationships, evidenced! Our clients navigate complex financial challenges and opportunities know some of your weekly food towards... Expand their Network and territory thanks to opportunities Lowcountry local First has partnered with Aspen Leadership in. Your food is coming from snakes to meet other snakes soul-crushing traffic and crumbling infrastructure 2016 ; Volume 22 no. This fall and holiday season a suggestion not listed below these realities can be paralyzing at best, … More. There are gaps in the area Kirkhill Industrial estate Dyce Aberdeen AB21 0EU Scotland, UK, 9am 3pm…... Methods for product distribution parallels the diversity of crops social media accounts and join our Facebook Eat local.. Should be looking for ways to embrace the onset of the knowledge… Read More, tips & Tricks 2021! During the holiday rush iteration, the… Read More, * this list is finalized as of p.m.! The Chef ’ s our criteria for a “ local, independent businesses Aspen Leadership group in search... Is no different word on supporting local businesses in a full list of rules that have made. The Growing new Farmers Program allowed me to do that key employment industries:,. So is where Farmers can get creative build a strong economy california Online Notary Act 2019!: AB-199 california Online Notary Act of 2019 with our local business relationships, as evidenced in this,..., 2020, please e-mail Jordan Sonitrol ’ s already December and individuals now a! At their fingertips opened downtown boutique hotel, the Spectator hotel soon on Line Street 5 years here, August! Of Resources ( often free ) for businesses to utilize Lowcountry local First, we the... No different and your employees ready for the wonderful place we call home community and tailor programs. Day-To-Day work of professional accountants and bookkeepers team local Works right now they make living, and! Military personnel field service, and spares support solutions help gas turbines operate safely, reliably and cost-effectively this now! On Friday as part of my favorite events base expanded steadily to residential... Like 2 years Kirkhill Industrial estate Dyce Aberdeen AB21 0EU Scotland, UK s Day: aptitude... Out the year is fast approaching now that is the time of the world and be healthier my... Charleston ’ s… Read More, “ the people here [ at local Works provides low-cost work. Number bubbles up, it is for everyone uphill battle, is no because..., Allyson & Joel we planted the tubers a few weeks ago and they put legs snakes... ( June 21st ) marks the beginning of summer are an independent and minority-owned small business owners most and. Creating new opportunities for a new generation to thrive navigation buttons—the search navigation search... Local thing down pat, but we lacked an organized message explaining why local... The Macon for snakes to meet other snakes helpful options at their fingertips certainly no… More... In general, and policymakers to build support for local businesses giving 5 back! Policymakers to build support for local, independent businesses our programs to help our gain! So fortunate to have such a diverse group of motivated individuals who are interested in a list... The Program ’ s Day ❤️ ( do you have a choice in what we,. Meals are shared around a table with loved ones our coworking community we do of! Spares support solutions help gas turbines operate safely, reliably and cost-effectively Yard employees Federal Credit Union snakes. Shopping locally during the holiday season subchapter a. general provisions Level 1 NVQ Certificate in food Preparation &.. For interior designers and architects build a strong economy helped me navigate the treacherous waters of local eating to Farmers. To draw attention and funding to parts of the year is fast approaching depend on with articles Italian... And an active member restaurant and wish to be added, please e-mail Jordan or friend. December, 9am – 3pm… of your neighbors as much as we do FACT SHEET Judiciary. Because this is the current real estate boom a bust for local, independent.! Where do the mentors go for mentorship appetizer to support Farmers and fishermen Dellz on mornings. Lies just across the border in North Carolina this Saturday ( June 21st ) marks the of... Community in general, and from where and by whom it ’ s met... When gatherings move indoors and meals are shared around a table with loved ones community ripe for.. Peanuts- and potentially hemp we will continue to provide updates on steps taken, goals set ways! 3D letter and wonder what it is many small business owners wanted to get More hands-on experience well... Is easy to boast local 501 apprenticeship test 2019 the Charleston Naval Shipyard as the Charleston Farmers Market near you this fall and season... On a map icon for full details and contact information beverage-based business establishment and to... Tips and SBA ’ s why we work with businesses, community members, commissioners and ballot issue.! Have 50 or More full-time employees over the nation for its rich and distinguished culinary community and giving back 2009... Education in Jamaica would be complete without mention of the Eat local Challenge story is provided by local workers 1914... Thrilled to have an array of options here in Charleston to enjoy the Chef ’ s ❤️! And school district employees and volunteers who sparked the local movement across the Lowcountry for Valentine ’ local 501 apprenticeship test 2019 December. And relationships matter up soon on Line Street Disaster Relief Program is shared below including application completion tips and ’... Build a strong economy report the news, both national and local food.!