Important update: ECCO’s parking lot will be closed to all car and foot traffic from Monday, April 7 through Friday, April 11 for a complete regrading and resurfacing What this means for the community: 🚧 No parking lot access – The ECCO parking lot will be completely closed during this time. 🍎 Food assistance – No food orders can be placed or picked up from Monday, April 7 through Friday, April 11. SmartChoice is scheduled to reopen for food orders on Sunday, April 13 at 10 a.m. if all the paving work is completed as scheduled. In need of food next week? Visit ECCO during normal business hours to receive a pre-pack of food. Please park in the Harris Teeter lot and follow the sidewalk to the temporary Main Entrance on the Six Mile side of the building. 💙 Donations – If you are bringing food donations or a financial donation, please call us at 843-416-7123 to make arrangements. While our staff and volunteers will be working inside, the only access will be through the temporary Main Entrance on the Six Mile Road side of the building. We truly appreciate your patience and support as we complete this project, ensuring a better experience for all who visit ECCO. Questions, please call 843-849-9220. Thank you for your patience, we can see the finish line of renovations! (fb)

The Lowcountry Strawberry Festival, presented by Starling Chevrolet is live in 2025 with Two Huge Weekends of Family Fun on the Farm. Featuring a show-stopping lineup of entertainment including music, magic, and The Pompeyo Family as featured on America’s got talent, there’s sure to be something for all ages at this year’s event. Experience their giant midway of fun featuring rides for thrill seekers and families alike, or, eat your way through the festival with dozens of delicious local and specialty food vendors (including the decadent Strawberry Shortcake). We’re pleased to parter with Boone Hall again, who is offering complimentary admission on each Friday April 4 & April 11 from 10am - 3pm with 3 canned food items per attendee. Thank you Boone Hall for helping to feed local families! For times & tickets, details, deals and more, visit www.boonehallplantation.com. (fb)