Homes for Sale in Nexton neighborhood in Summerville, SC

The Hub at Nexton is conveniently located within the Summerville community, contributing to Nexton’s position as the region’s third major job center. Offering retail, restaurant and medical services, The Hub’s tenants currently include Derrington Dermatology, Charleston Wound Care, Coastal Vascular and Vein, Palmetto Primary Care Gastroenterology, Holliday Ingram Real Estate Law, LPC Kitchen, The Co-Op Frose and Eatery, Lowcountry Yoga and KidStrong.

“The Hub at Nexton offers a range of conveniences that cater to the many different lifestyles within Nexton, and we were excited to officially welcome guests to this new business community,” said Phillip Manchester, managing partner at SL Shaw & Associates. “Designed to inspire collaboration through communal green spaces and walkability, we are confident that The Hub will deliver much-needed services to nearby residents and employees.”

Designed by Middleton Group Architects and developed by SL Shaw & Associates, the eight-acre commercial campus is located off Nexton Parkway near Interstate 26. Connected to the greater Nexton community by miles of walking and biking trails, The Hub is adjacent to Refuel Market and the Murray Apartments. It is located within walking distance of Brighton Park Village.

In addition to The Hub, Nexton is home to numerous commercial developments offering spaces available for lease, including Brighton Court, Lofts Downtown Nexton, One Nexton and more.

Wayne Snow may be new to his position as publisher and advertising director at Summerville Communications Inc., but his experience and record of success span decades.

“With tremendous enthusiasm, I am honored to step into my expanded role as publisher and advertising director of the three newspapers representing Dorchester and Berkeley counties,” Snow said. “Contributing my leadership, skills and digital expertise toward customer, community and reader engagement are priorities I think will allow us to foster a collaborative approach in the communities we serve.”

Snow grew up in Pensacola, Florida. After serving in the U.S. Army, he attended Florida State University and his career in advertising began when he was recruited out of college into the advertising management training program at the Miami Herald. Several promotions later, Snow found himself in various senior management positions at newspapers such as the Florida Times-Union, St. Augustine Record, St. Petersburg Times, Louisville Courier Journal and the Lexington Herald-Leader. He eventually returned to the Miami Herald as its director of classified advertising.

Snow stepped away from traditional media in 2010 and sharpened his digital advertising skills as general manager for Cleveland.com then as corporate vice president of sales for Digital First Media Company, where he was responsible for $1 billion in revenue across 75 markets. He was later named vice president of sales for The Oklahoman Media Company.

“We are pleased to announce Wayne Snow as publisher and advertising director for Summerville Communications,” said PJ Browning, publisher of The Post and Courier and CEO of Evening Post Publishing. “Wayne is a seasoned professional and we are fortunate to have him in our community.”

Snow, who lives in Summerville, began working this past January as the new director of sales for The Post and Courier. That role was expanded in mid-October to include the publisher and advertising director position for Summerville Communications Inc., which publishes The Journal Scene in Summerville, Our Gazette in Goose Creek and The Berkeley Independent in Moncks Corner.

“I will have an unending commitment to making a positive difference, welcoming goal-focused feedback that will allow us to inform, educate and benefit our citizens,” Snow said. “To that end, we’ll seek to develop our business each day in an effort to have positive outcomes in all undertakings.”

Snow has been busy since stepping into the role, meeting with his staff on multiple occasions and engaging with current and potential customers in any and every way possible.

“I’m excited to meet customers and gain an understanding of what their goals are, and what success looks like for them,” he said.

Snow and his wife, Judy, have three daughters, a granddaughter and a grandson. He is deeply rooted in his faith and, with a 10 handicap, enjoys playing golf.

In a press release dated Nov. 29, Sharbell Nexton, LLC announced the addition of an A.C. Hotel by Marriott in Summerville’s Downtown Nexton area in 2024.

The specs of the new construction will consist of a boutique hotel situated on 2.5 acres on the corner of Sigma Drive and Session Street. The four-floor edifice will include 117 rooms.

An outdoor pool and courtyard, indoor kitchen and open lounge area, fitness room and meeting space are also part of the package at the new venue.

The Nexton venture will be the second A.C.-flagged property in South Carolina, with the other located in Greenville.

In addition, this project involves Baywood Hotels, a Columbia, Maryland-based company, that specializes in hotel management and development.

Powerful, vigorous, dynamic – these words have been used to describe the Summerville Orchestra’s (S.O.) upcoming subscription series concert, “Voices of Destiny.” This program will bring to life the powerful voices of Verdi and Sibelius and include selections from Disney’s popular Aladdin.

The Overture to Nabucco by Giuseppe Verdi grows into an intense brass fanfare with stirring crescendos. The famous chorus “Va, pensiero” from Nabucco served as an anthem in the struggle for Italian Independence in the 1800s. To this day, Italy embraces the music as its unofficial anthem.

“Finlandia,” a tone poem composed in 1899 as an act of resistance against Russia’s oppression of Finland, is also on the program and is Jean Sibelius’ most beloved composition.

In the second half, the S.O. will embrace modern voices, including music from the video game “Civilization VI,” the Disney animated film Aladdin and the piece “Equus.”

Notably, the S.O. will perform the world premiere of Christopher Tin’s non-vocal arrangement of “Sogno di Volare,” composed for Civilization VI and adapted from Leonardo da Vinci’s writings on flight. Tin finished the arrangement only a few months ago.

A crowd pleaser, the S.O. will perform music from the 1992 Disney animated film Aladdin and the Suite by Alan Menken. This suite includes several sing-along tunes and will have you searching for a whole new world!

Eric Whitacre’s “Equus” was initially commissioned by the University of Miami wind ensemble in 1996 by Gary Green. The piece took Whitacre three years to complete, a process that returned him to an idea he would initially throw away. It’s a virtuosic piece for the wind instruments that starts at a run and never stops.

Get ready to experience the “Voices of Destiny” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9, and 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10. Tickets are $25 for adults, $2 for those under 18 and $5 for college students. Purchase online at SummervilleOrchestra.org/Tickets.

Rival supermarkets are now under development across from one another in a growing Charleston suburban community.

Ashland Construction Co. of Raleigh recently filed a notice for construction to begin on a 64,000-square-foot Harris Teeter grocery store at Nexton Parkway and Brighton Park Boulevard, where land clearing is underway.

Across the street, groundwork started several months ago to make way for a Publix supermarket.

Crosland Southeast of Charlotte is building the Florida-based Publix and 351 apartments on 24 acres the firm purchased last December for $24 million. Other commercial elements also are planned.

The Crosland sales agreement called for at least 54,000 square feet of retail construction to begin by March 22, with two more phases and an additional 31,000 square feet of commercial development by one year later.

Publix announced last December it had leased property for the new store. The supermarket will be about 48,000 square feet and is scheduled to be completed by late next summer, according to spokesman Jared Glover.

Across the street, Matthews, N.C.-based Harris Teeter bought the nearly 14-acre site in 2016 for $4.76 million, according to Berkeley County land records.

A Harris Teeter spokesperson did not immediately respond for further details on a tentative opening timeframe.

The 5,000-acre Nexton development is expected to have about 7,000 residences with a population of about 17,500 at full buildout in about 10 years.

That’s almost the same number of people as the combined populations of Moncks Corner and the Isle of Palms.

Nexton currently has 2,150 occupied homes and 1,500 occupied apartments. Another 250 homes and 600 apartments are under construction, according to a Nexton spokeswoman.

Publix operates 14 stores in the Charleston area, including the recently opened supermarket in Moncks Corner Marketplace on U.S. Highway 52 at Cypress Gardens Road in Berkeley County.

Publix also has plans for another store across from Summers Corner on Beech Hill Road south of Summerville. Work on it is not imminent, according to Publix.

It’s back to the drawing board for Clemson as its Charleston-based architecture and urban design program resumes its search for a permanent home.

The university said this week it has canceled a $12.1 million deal to purchase a 1.12-acre compound in the historic Wraggborough neighborhood.

“Unfortunately, during our due diligence phase on the property, it was discovered that there would be additional significant funds required for the program to work on that site,” it said in a written statement. “After some discussion and negotiation with the seller, Clemson submitted a notice to terminate the contract.”

The university also said it “continues to explore options for the continued success and growth of the architecture program on the Charleston peninsula where we have been for over 35 years.”

In June, the school’s board of trustees approved the acquisition of three properties, including a historic home that had been converted into offices, at 16 Charlotte, 515 East Bay and 102 Alexander streets. The site is a few blocks south of the Clemson Design Center’s existing campus.

The sale was expected to close Dec. 31, after a four-month inspection period.

The property owner is affiliated with the former Charleston-based medical firm NCGS Inc., which used it for its headquarters and put it on the market early last year after the business was sold.

Mark Mizell and Richard Callari of Birchin Lane Realty Advisors, who represents the seller, said the decision to terminate the deal wasn’t “driven by issues discovered about the building” during the inspection period and that it “was not in the best interest of our client to accommodate” Clemson’s “request to keep the property off the market for non-building related issues.”

“The seller, who has close ties to the university, was exceedingly accommodating ... but ultimately had to make the decision not to further extend,” they said. “The uniqueness of this offering and expressions of interest from other prospective buyers necessitated a return to the market.”

With some of the 787 Dreamliner program’s biggest orders now on the books, Boeing Co. is beefing up its labor force at its North Charleston campus where the wide-body planes are built.

The planemaker added 1,399 workers in South Carolina in 2023, the company said in its annual employment report.

That brings the total of Boeing workers in the Palmetto State to 7,864 — the biggest headcount since the company established major operations in the Charleston region in 2009 and a hefty 21.6 percent increase from 2022.

The bulk of Boeing’s in-state workforce is employed at the Dreamliner assembly campus off International Boulevard — the only site that makes the long-range commercial jet. The aerospace giant also has a jet engine factory, a research and technology center and a site that makes interior cabin parts for the 787 at Palmetto Commerce Park, also in North Charleston.

All told, Arlington Va.-based Boeing increased its global workforce by more than 14,000 for a total of 170,688 employees. More than a third of them — 66,797 — are based at the company’s legacy manufacturing sites in Washington state.

“Our investments in engineering and manufacturing roles drove our growth in 2023, while we also simplified our corporate structure to better align resources in direct support of our products and services,” Boeing said in a written statement.

Pent-up consumer demand for long-haul air travel has airlines clamoring for big jets, and that has helped Boeing notch 452 gross orders for its Dreamliner family over the past two years. That includes a record booking for 150 planes from United Airlines and a combined 78 jets for a pair of Saudi Arabian carriers.

The North Charleston plant has ramped up monthly 787 production to five with plans to hit 10 per month by 2025 or 2026. The increased workforce and production level will help Boeing chip away at a backlog that includes 799 unfilled Dreamliner orders.

The New Covenant Church of God has experienced quite a few changes since its inception in 1993 that saw a group of eight “passionate” worshipers expand and grow throughout The Lowcountry, says church administrative assistant Sheila Black.

After relocating from Hanahan, the Pentecostal house of worship moved to Ashley Phosphate Road in 2007, while maintaining a steady presence in Mount Pleasant as well.

But Pastor Marc Campbell and company recently sold the North Charleston property in October 2021, with designs on building a state-of-the-art facility at 1667 Rose Drive in the Nexton mixed-use community in Downtown Summerville.

With shovels hitting the dirt this past Sunday, the projected completion date for construction is about 18 months away in the summer of 2024.

New Covenant’s congregation is presently meeting for 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services at the old Summerville Church of God at 304 Pine Street during the Nexton construction phase. Additionally, the church also has several sub groups that meet separately on Wednesday night, including a a woman’s group, along with boys and girls clusters.

Food distribution services are also part of the mix, as New Covenant collaborates with a North Charleston ministry to donate food to the needy every Thursday.

“Our church will be constructed with future plans to include an outdoor amphitheater and athletic fields,” detailed Black. “Our main goal in the next few months is to have our church ready for worship and facilities for our children’s ministries.”

Campbell, a Hazard, Kentucky native, and his wife, Mary, served abroad as evangelists and pastors in the United Kingdom prior to starting New Covenant out of their living room.

When asked if Pastor Campbell’s sermon style is strictly by-the-book, Black described him as a preacher who will incorporate or relate to the daily lives of his congregants, but also bring his discussion back to the Bible. In short, she depicted him as a “man with a vision.”

It was also noted that Campbell is a member of the Charleston Ecclesiastic Council and heavily involved in training in parts of Europe and Asia.

Unlike lots of new churches featuring gospel bands and singing at their services, however, New Covenant goes down the more traditional music-free route.

“We are a multi-cultural, multi-generational place to worship,” concluded Black, who expounded on the collective enthusiasm provided by church members on a weekly basis.

“On any given Sunday at New Covenant, you will find smiling faces, willing hands and open hearts. There is room here for those who have felt unwanted and neglected. There is room here for those who have never walked through the doors of a church. There is room here for families that are struggling ... for the imperfect. As a matter of fact, this is what New Covenant is made of — come as you are. You’ll see suits and ties right next to shorts and flip flops. It would make our day to see you walk through the doors.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION

www.daniellehowle.com/ or www.facebook.com/DanielleHowleMusic/

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I met Americana musician Danielle Howle (who also covers Indie Folk) through local musician and actor Fleming Moore quite some time ago.

She now has her sixteenth album out titled “Current.” The New York Times called Howle “An extraordinary mind. A southern storyteller with a gorgeous sense of melody.” On her website, Howle states she hopes her music will inspire people “to have a beautiful life,” saying she wishes her songs to be people’s friends and make someone happy.

She will conduct a songwriting workshop (for $125) from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11, at the Public Works Art Center. The workshop will include materials, instruction, beverages and snacks. Space is limited. Visit daniellehowle.com/workshopregistration for more information and to sign up.

Regan: Danielle, what were your beginnings in music?

Howle: I’ve been playing in bands since I was 16 and singing and writing songs ever since I can remember. An awakening moment for me was when I was 7 years old, looking at a roomful of my relatives at a family holiday gathering and being expected to perform for my family. This scared me and still does. The thought is always, “You better bring your best talents of music or any awesome skills.” Food dishes are a good way to establish excellence and acceptance in my family. My beginning in music understanding keeps refining itself.

R: Sixteen albums is a lot. How many songs have you written, and how has your music evolved?

H: I’m not altogether sure. There are 175 on my website to stream. My music evolves with what I am interested in and where inspiration takes me.

R: How did you get involved with writing for films, TV and documentaries?

H: I love a challenge, and I kept meeting people with musical needs that were challenging. For instance, examples are writing a song for kids to “Wash Hands” (international Freddy Award) to “Remember My Name” (domestic violence series ETV) to a film placement in a movie called “The Station Agent” (Cannes Film Fest winner) and “Parallel Chords” (best screenplay LA Film Festival). I like meeting people who like and need music for their projects.

R: What’s it like being a part of Awendaw Green’s Barn Jam every week?

H: The Barn Jam is an amazing cultural intersection for local, regional and national touring artists. I feel like my musical family grows just from being a part of it. Our proprietor, founder and booker, Dr. Eddie White (a dentist by day and musical enthusiast both day and night), is responsible for curating the barn jam and many other trusted events and music festivals in the Charleston area. I meet new people in my industry, and we all network and help each other. The returning musicians and many of our locals have the same goals: to play well, bring their original music to a large, welcoming audience and help artists connect to new gigs. The amount of goodwill and professionalism everyone brings is amazing. This jam has a trusted listenership of good people who come to listen and hang out. Given the time of year, up to 450 people are present for the musical experience. There are also local artisans there sharing their work. It’s a loving family of people who like art and music. All the staff are volunteers. We are a family within the family of traveling musicians. My heart soars with the talent that comes to perform. To me, it is one of the greatest gatherings on earth. Music matters, children play, and families and friends hang out together. It’s very special. I’m honored to be a part of it as its artist-in-residence. I enjoy creating community activities for my music community. If I keep talking about it, I just cry with joy at how wonderful it is.

R: Do you have a favorite album, song or project?

H: Yes. I am super happy with my latest album, “Current,” out on Kill Rock Stars Nashville Division. I love the musicians and the instrumentation. What they bring to it, sonically and arrangement-wise, amazes me.

R: Where do you usually perform?

H: I will (and have toured) the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. I will head to New England for some shows in that area this March.

R: What other musical goals do you have?

H: I really love making songwriting and writing challenge trails. Here is an example: It is a virtual mini songwriting/writing course for everyone. It is also very meditative, so just listening is fine, too (www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Sw-zgnUm6s). I also love giving workshops, making records and performing. I am going to keep doing all of that. Hopefully, more film and television projects as well.

Mary E. Regan is a columnist and freelance publicist with her ProPublicist.com consultancy. She is always seeking new publicity clients and writing projects. Email story ideas to Mary@ProPublicist.com.

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - The Nexton community in Summerville continues to see new growth right off of I-26 and Highway 17A.

Nexton Vice President of Operations Brent Gibadlo says the community can expect to see new restaurants, parks, employments opportunities, offices, and a variety of homes coming in the next few years.

“Nexton is already in a really great location, right off of I-26, so it’s very accessible. I think the other thing is a lot of employment here,” Gibadlo said. “So, this isn’t really just about homes, it’s a lot about businesses. So, it’s this idea of integrating where people work and where people live and getting those things more inter-connected.”

The Midtown area of Nexton opened about six months ago and currently has about 100 homes on site, but within the next 10 to 15 years, Gibadlo says they plan to have around 3,000 homes there.

“I think that’s the biggest thing that we’re trying to do at Midtown Nexton is offer housing options across the board,” Gibadlo. “So whether you’re a young person looking to buy your first home or you’re an empty nester looking to downsize, and everything in between.”

Gibadlo says the Midtown space will have apartments, townhomes, and individual houses. They also just broke ground on the Midtown Club which will have a resort pool, lap pools, exercise facilities, and other amenities.

Downtown Nexton is expected to break ground later this year. It will be separate from the existing Nexton Square with restaurants, stores, and offices. It will be about 100 acres along Sigma Drive. Gibadlo says it will have hotels and apartments in a more urban and city-like area of the community.

He says he’s excited for Nexton to also become a health and wellness hub for the area. That includes new offices already and the anticipation of a MUSC Community Hospital expected to open in 2022.

Gibadlo also says they realize the growth of this area may not seem beneficial for everyone.

“You know, it’s very fair for folks to have concerns about growth. What we always think about is we want to make sure that there’s far more positives than negatives associated with growth,” Gibadlo said. “So I think first it starts with a good, thoughtful master plan. And that’s one thing that we’re lucky in the case of Nexton. This is a plan that’s been in the works now for over 10 years.”

He adds that Nexton has a master plan for the road networks and stormwater plans that come with the rapid growth here.

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