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Newton Farms now open in Freshfields Village
Newton Farms, Piggly Wiggly Carolina Co.’s largest endeavor yet, held its Grand Opening April 27. Newton Farms is the anchor tenant of Freshfields Village, a 60-acre shopping village located near the entrances to Kiawah and Seabrook islands.
The name is borrowed from the Newton family, who were the founders of Piggly Wiggly Carolina Co. based in Charleston since 1947.
“Our team searched the country for the newest ideas and finest, freshest items you can find. Then we added our own unique southern touch, the best people and a few surprises. We can’t wait to see you at our new store,” says Joseph T. Newton III, president.
The store site draws upon the area’s rich coastal heritage and its origin as a tomato farm. The barn-like appearance of the store will feel much like that of an open-air European market. Borrowing from the area’s rich agricultural environs, its emphasis is on fresh foods in a warm, friendly setting that reflects the area’s beauty.
James Doran Co. joins E. Boineau & Co. client list
James Doran Co., a Daniel Island-based creator of neo-traditional, mixed-use developments, has named E. Boineau & Co. as marketing and public relations agency of record for the company and four active real estate developments around the Southeast.
James Doran Co. has 250,000 square feet of developed property across the Southeast and another 1.3 million in development. The company focuses primarily on high-end, mixed-use town center developments that combine retail, office, residential and leisure spaces in a neo-traditional neighborhood setting.
E. Boineau clients include such businesses as Berle Manufacturing; Bessinger’s Barbeque; Buist, Byars, Pearce & Taylor; Byers Design Group; Sewee Preserve/Avery Development, Inc.; Wentworth Mansion and Circa 1886, among others. For more information, visit www.eboineauandco.com.
California Closets to open doors in Charleston
California Closets, the worldwide leader and originator of the custom storage industry, will open a new location at 502 King St. in June. The company specializes in simplifying people’s lives by providing its clients with organizing solutions that maximize space throughout the home.
California Closets helps its customers maximize space and offers complementary in-home design consultations and custom designs to fit any style and budget.
“People are spending more time then ever at their home,” according to Steve Rogers, co-owner of the Charleston franchise, “and they are looking for ways to make the most of their living spaces, and find a place for all their stuff.”
To serve client demand for a variety of storage options, California Closets will open a showroom and design center where homeowners can experience displays showcasing a variety of options for their varying storage spaces. To learn more about products and services or to schedule an in-home consultation, call 762-7980.
United States District Court gives green light to RICO lawsuit, sets trial date
On March 7, 2005, U.S. District Court Judge José A. Fusté ruled that José Sanchez, et al., v. Triple-S, et al., a RICO lawsuit against health care insurer Triple-S Inc., filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Puerto Rico, will proceed. Noting the “gargantuan” size of the classes, the court held that the “Plaintiffs have properly pled racketeering conduct,” including the RICO elements of “enterprise” and “pattern.” In a subsequent order, the court ruled that plaintiffs sufficiently pled allegations of mail and wire fraud as a “series of predicate acts” against defendant MC-21, a Triple-S subsidiary and fiscal intermediary.
The court has also entered a scheduling order and set a trial date for Nov. 6, 2007. Charleston’s Hulsey Litigation Group partners Paul Hulsey and Cherie Durand are lead counsel in this class action representing more than 9,000 Puerto Rican citizens.
Psychologically healthy workplace awards given to two Charleston companies
Two Charleston companies received the 2005 Psychologically Health Workplace award from the South Carolina Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association.
The companies were recognized for demonstrating a commitment to the psychological health and wellbeing of their employees. In the medium, not-for-profit group winner was Charleston’s St. Andrew’s Parish Parks & Playground Commission, a leading provider of fitness and recreation opportunities in the Charleston area. Employee involvement programs include an open door policy in which supervisors carry agency-issued cell phones and employees are encouraged to contact them at any time to express concerns and offer suggestions that are addressed immediately. Staff participates in defining the values of the agency as well as its mission and vision statements, which are done annually at a special meeting to solicit their input.
An exemplary program recognition was also given to Miller-Motte Technical College in Charleston for its employee involvement program. Employees function as a team and staff loyalty, participation and support are among the team’s core values.
Atlantic Marina Holdings closes on Ashley Marina
Atlantic Marina Holdings recently completed the acquisition of Ashley Marina in downtown Charleston. The marina will now be known as The Harborage at Ashley Marina. AMH is in the process of converting the 223 slips to dockominiums.
Renovation of the facilities has begun and individual slip closings will begin in May. Strong sales continue and only 20% of the slips remain unsold. The transient dock will not be sold and will continue to be run to accommodate transients and fuel sales. For more information, visit AMH’s Web site at www.charlestonwetslip.com.
Dunes Properties works to reclaim sand-starved beaches
With a busy 2005 hurricane season predicted and the possibility of additional damage to sand-starved beaches looming, Dunes Properties is leading an all-volunteer beach preservation effort by hosting the second annual Doin’ the Dunes! on Saturday, May 7, 2005, at the Isle of Palms shoreline from 51st to 57th Avenue.
From 9 a.m. to noon, volunteers will install 500 feet of sand fencing and plant 3,000 sea oats to encourage the formation of new sand dunes. After a complimentary lunch, volunteers will enjoy sea kayaking and seining for “treasures” from the sea as part of the activities offered by event co-sponsors from noon to 3 p.m.
Beach erosion continues to be a significant problem for Charleston-area beaches. With four hurricanes hitting the state, the 2004 season was one of the worst years for South Carolina beaches since 1989, the year of the catastrophic Hurricane Hugo, according to officials from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
To encourage participants and spectators to join the effort, Dunes Properties is offering a 20 percent discount on beach rentals during that weekend to those who mention Doin’ the Dunes! when making reservations. Savings could be as much as $100 to $120 for a two-night stay at an oceanfront condominium with rates from $500 to $600. For reservations, call toll free at 888-The Beach (843-2322). The discounts, as well as free ball caps and beach coolers, are also available to “spectators” who mention Doin’ the Dunes! when calling for reservations. For more information, visit www.dunesproperties.com.
The Commonwealth Insurance Group announces partnership
The Commonwealth Insurance Group announced a partnership with Wellspring Healthcare Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, Commonwealth will use Wellspring’s programs to proactively assist businesses in implementing wellness and prevention programs, designed to help reduce medical and workers’ compensation costs.
“Insurance agents are increasingly looking for opportunities to assist employers beyond the sale of insurance,” says Todd Tyler, Commonwealth’s president. “Our relationship with Wellspring allows us to help our clients combat rising insurance costs through prevention rather than by reducing benefits or shifting costs to the employee.”
Wellspring programming includes five essential elements: assessment, intervention, education, access and program design. Additionally, Wellspring concentrates on the entire person by including complementary, face-to-face health coaching services to address behavioral and lifestyle changes while incorporating a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program to address the behavioral, emotional and psychological factors that affect a person’s readiness for change. For more information, visit www.thecommonwealth.com or www.wellspring-healthcare.com.
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