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A popular bistro is set to expand to Goose Creek this winter, bringing its signature comfort dishes to the area.

Sunrise Bistro, owned by Brian Appelt, will open at 216 St. James Ave. in the former Bangkok Restaurant space, which previously housed St. James Place, restaurant broker Mike Santos of The Commonwealth Company told What Now Charleston.

The 2,580-square-foot restaurant sold on ListingLedge.com.

“It’s a good location–St. James Ave. St. James Place used to be there and that was a breakfast, lunch and dinner spot as well,” Appelt told What Now Charleston. “We don’t have a location in Goose Creek. There’s a lot of growth there, so we thought we could try it out.”

Patrons won’t miss the bistro’s sign, which will showcase a bold black design illuminated with halo lighting.

The menu highlights hearty breakfast staples such as the Hungry Howie plate, Nancy’s French Toast and the French Toast Sandwich. Bigger options include the Country Fried Steak Plate, Enchilada Rancheros and a loaded Breakfast Burrito, while the Grits Bowl and housemade corned beef hash offer classic Southern flavors. Open-faced omelets range from the veggie-forward Garden to the meat-heavy Little Pigs.

Lunch standouts include the Basil Bacon Grilly Cheese, the corned beef Reuben and the Chicken Philly. Seafood options include the Sunrise Po’ Boy, the fish and shrimp platter and the crab cake sandwich, with lighter choices like the Bistro House Salad and Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad.

The restaurant will feature a light, vibrant design highlighted by a mural of Sunrise Bistro along one of the walls.

“I’m excited about bringing our local vibe to different towns. It’s great to see the communities that we build in each of our locations,” Appelt said.

Sunrise Bistro, which opened in 2009, operates locations in Mount Pleasant, Johns Island, downtown Charleston and Summerville.

The team has not announced an official opening date for the Goose Creek outpost but is aiming for late December or early January. For updates, visit the Sunrise Bistro website and follow along on Facebook.

GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCSC) - Goose Creek veterans came together in an annual ceremony to honor all service members.

The American Legion Post 166 along Howe Hall Road hosted its annual Veterans Day ceremony as they have for decades.

The Post 166 Honor Guard performed a traditional Salute to Colors and a wreath presentation.

David Coates served in the U.S. Navy and acts as the Honor Guard Captain for the post. Coates, along with the team, performed a three-shot volley rifle salute and presented flags. The tribute also typically takes place at funerals and events.

“It’s a recognition of all the services, all the servicemembers that have served in all the wars, and we gather every 11/11 at 11 a.m. and that’s the way it’s always been and always will be to pay homage to those that served in the wars and veterans in general.”

He says the Lowcountry’s large military presence adds to the importance behind the holiday. Coates says the day remembers and honors servicemembers of the past, present and the future.

The ceremony also included a prisoner of war/missing in action ceremony to remember prisoners of war and servicemembers who are missing in action.

The ceremony included a table for one to symbolize a person missing from military ranks. The table is covered in a white tablecloth to symbolize the purity of the military members’ intention of serving their country. A rose in a vase signifies the blood they may have shed for their sacrifices, as well as their families’ faith in their return.

Veteran and Judge Advocate Richard Trowbridge was the event’s speaker. Trowbridge says the holiday honors the fallen, active servicemembers and veterans who have served.

“We want to keep this idea of performing patriotism, and performing may sound weird, but sometimes you have to go out of your way a little bit,” Trowbridge says. “I assume it’s because I’ve got a 25-foot flag pole in my front yard. A lot of people don’t.”

He says this work keeps the legacy and sacrifices of service members alive.

“With anything in life, there is some sacrifice,” Trowbridge says. “Being in the military, sometimes it’s a little bit more enlarged. You’re leaving your family behind. I did one exploratory search for a year. It’s tough leaving your family behind for a year.”

Trowbridge says it is important for the community to keep traditions alive. One way he urges the community to give back to veterans is by saying “thank you for your service” to any veteran. He urges veterans to be more recognizable by wearing pins or caps.

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Vision Hospitality Group Awarded Management of SpringHill Suites Goose Creek, S.C.

Vision Hospitality Group manages the upcoming SpringHill Suites by Marriott Goose Creek, a 109-room hotel set to open in early 2027. The hotel will feature flexible meeting space and spacious suites, aimed at accommodating both business and leisure travelers in the growing Goose Creek/Summerville area. The partnership reflects Vision's focus on quality and operational excellence.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – October 29, 2025 – Vision Hospitality Group, Inc., announced today that it will manage the upcoming SpringHill Suites by Marriott Goose Creek, a 109-room, all-suite hotel located at 205 Corbin Street in Summerville, S.C. Scheduled to open in early 2027, the property represents an exciting new development by Clarendon Properties, LLC, along with Commercial Realty Advisors Development (CRAD), as the project’s developers, and Vision Hospitality Group through a new strategic management partnership.

The new-build SpringHill Suites will offer 1,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, a stylish lobby bar and thoughtfully designed suites that provide spacious accommodations with distinct living, working and sleeping areas. Conveniently situated in the rapidly growing Goose Creek/Summerville corridor, the hotel will serve as a premier destination for both business and leisure travelers visiting the Charleston region.

Patrick O’Neil, COO of Vision Hospitality Group, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership:

“We are excited to collaborate with Clarendon Properties on this exceptional project, which reflects our shared commitment to quality and innovation. This new SpringHill Suites represents an important step in Vision’s continued growth through strategic management partnerships. We look forward to delivering the award-winning service and operational excellence that define the Vision brand.

“At Vision Hospitality Group, culture is the foundation of everything we do,” O’Neil added. “Guided by values of integrity, respect, teamwork and excellence, Vision fosters an environment where people are inspired to grow, innovate and deliver exceptional results. The company’s culture of care extends beyond its hotels — it’s reflected in how Vision supports its associates, partners and communities to create meaningful and lasting impact.”

The SpringHill Suites Goose Creek will embody this culture of purpose and passion, combining Marriott’s trusted brand experience with Vision’s dedication to innovation, operational distinction and hospitality that makes a difference.

With an anticipated opening in early 2027, the SpringHill Suites Goose Creek will enhance the area’s hospitality landscape and provide guests with a seamless blend of comfort, style and service excellence.

GOOSE CREEK — A Berkeley County woman was indicted on federal charges this month after allegedly stealing her employer’s identity and defrauding her boss of at least $175,000.

The woman, Tiffany Nelson, pleaded not guilty to the allegations during an initial appearance in federal court on Oct. 28. She was indicted earlier this month on five counts, including wire fraud, mail fraud and aggravated identity theft.

The owner and sole chiropractor at an unidentified medical practice in Goose Creek hired Nelson as an office manager in December 2015. As part of her position, Nelson could access the owner’s company and personal bank accounts.

She also knew her boss’s birthday, Social Security number and address, as well as the login information and passwords for the owner’s life insurance policy and retirement accounts.

Throughout her time as the office manager, Nelson allegedly neglected to pay business expenses and diverted funds for her own personal use. This caused the business to fall behind on bills and impacted its operating income, according to the indictment.

Beginning in at least November 2020, Nelson allegedly devised a scheme to defraud her employer’s life insurance policy with MassMutual. She called the life insurance company while impersonating her boss and requested a $20,000 loan, according to the indictment.

About a year later, she allegedly began taking steps to also steal money from her boss’s retirement account with the Capital Group American Funds investment company. She requested to withdraw $25,000 from the IRA in December 2020 and $20,000 in January 2021, according to the indictment.

In total, Nelson is accused of directly or indirectly stealing $175,000, per the indictment.

If convicted of the charges, Nelson could face a mandatory minimum sentence of two years and as much as 20 years in prison. She would also be on the line for paying back what she stole.

Because her money may need to go toward restitution, Nelson was granted a $50,000 unsecured bond by Magistrate Judge Mary Gordon Baker during her initial appearance.

Conditions of Nelson’s bond include staying in communication with her federal public defender and probation officer, not breaking the law, not leaving the state without permission and not drinking alcohol or using drugs.

Nelson no longer is employed at the chiropractor’s office. She now works in insurance billing for another business, according to information shared during the hearing.

The government voiced concerns that the victim’s daughter believes Nelson’s current role gives her the same access to financial information that she allegedly used to defraud her previous employer.

Baker ordered Nelson’s probation officer to learn more about her current job.

If she has access to financial records, a third party may need to be notified as another condition of her bond, Baker said.