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The two said that as kids, they were always playing outside and enjoyed making friends at the local roller-skating rink. | Photo by Ken Scar via ClemsonNews
On this Veterans Day, we’re taking a look back at US Navy Rear Adm. George Bresnihan and US Army Reserve Brig. Gen. Louis Mitchell’s journey, which began right here in the Holy City.
After high school, the duo moved into Johnstone Hall as undergraduates and were roommates for the next four years.
Photo provided by ClemsonNews
The two grew up together in West Ashley, where they played basketball, football, and rode bikes around their neighborhood. Get this at 14, the duo teamed up to start a lawn-mowing business.
The two motivated each other, excelled in school, attended Clemson together, and when they each landed in the armed forces, climbed to the highest ranks — becoming two of the fewer than 25 African American general and flag-grade officers in their respective branches. Both have served their country for more than three decades.
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Experience the customer-centered approach to banking for yourself. | Photo provided by Huntington National Bank
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This December, the bank plans to expand its hub on King St. into a full-service branch, delivering personalized service from local staff dedicated to helping you unlock your full financial potential.
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Add an extra layer, or three, before you head out this morning. It’s going to be a cold one, freezing actually. The Live 5 Weather team says there is a Freeze Warning in effect as temperatures will dip to 32° or below for most of the area this morning. (WCSC)
Real Estate
The new “Marine Row at the Navy Yard” on St. John Avenue will feature 55 townhomes by DRB Homes, ranging 1,600–2,000 sqft. Work is set to begin in the second quarter of 2026, with the first home build starting a year later in the second quarter of 2027.
Development
Boeing broke ground on another $1 billion expansion right here in North Charleston. The project promises to bring 1,000+ new jobs to the area and already has aircraft orders booked into the mid-2030s. (WCIV)
Civic
A home once owned by blacksmith Philip Simmons is facing demolition. Simmons’ grandson, Elmer Gilliam Jr., owns the nearly 150-year-old home and has asked the city’s Board of Architectural Review for permission to demolish it. The board will discuss the request on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 4:30 p.m. (The Post and Courier)
Announced
The Marina Variety Store and Restaurant, and Salty Mike’s will be temporarily closed while the team makes some changes and updates to its space. Stay tuned for an official reopening date. Until then, we’ll be thinking about that house-made pimento cheese.
Opening
Rancher Hat Bar is opening a Charleston location this Friday, Nov. 14th, on King Street (upstairs at Uncommon James). This will be a new go-to for hat lovers and those who love to customize their accessories.
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Craving fresh seafood with a view? Head to Shem Creek Crab House in Mount Pleasant for waterfront dining and a menu full of Lowcountry favorites. Dig into dishes like the Carolina Platter, she-crab soup, and world-famous steampots loaded with Alaskan snow crab + Dungeness crab. See the full menu.*
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No Home Team BBQ spread is complete without a side of collard greens. | Photo by CHStoday
Here in the Lowcountry, it doesn’t matter if you’re a fine dining establishment, a beloved barbecue spot, or a low-key local favorite — collard greens are typically on the menu.
Three recent spots Newsletter Callie tried:
Home Team BBQ| Classic and delicious. You can’t go wrong with these, boasting a perfect balance of smoked meat flavor and vinegar (you just might find yourself drinking the potlikker in the bottom of your cup).
Gabrielle’s| Creamed tomato greens — this side is the side we didn’t know we needed. Think: Tomato soup and collard greens had a baby. The side dish features Lacinato kale, collard greens, and Parmigiano Reggiano cream.
Get Carried Away| Let us introduce you to your next favorite thing — collard green dip. It’s like spinach dip but with collard greens; it also features scallions, sour cream, mayonnaise, and seasonings.
The team here at CHStoday has tasked ourselves with finding the best greens in town, and we need your help — tap the blue button below.
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Ready or not, the holidays are around the corner. Check out this fun and festive window art I spotted at Candlefish last week.
I appreciate the way the store glows warmly through the bright colors at night, adding a little cheer to the streets now that it’s getting dark so early.
Photo by CHStoday
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