Jennifer Howard was musing the other day “about how different communities embrace and promote sustainability and environmental awareness,” what with Earth Day approaching on April 22. She started thinking after visiting Summers Corner, a newer neighborhood from developer WestRock with more than 100 homes in greater Charleston’s northwest corner… Real estate advocates showcase sustainable communities, read more

“We are blessed to have found this,” said Bob Joseph, 64, a retired Connecticut high school teacher who moved with his wife to Dorchester County last year. He said his property tax bill is nearly $8,000 lower than in Connecticut. “We’ll be here a year next month,” said Joseph, who lives in the growing Summers Corner community. read more