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Canady Solar LLC to invest in Colleton County

$45 Million Investment will Produce 80 MW of Electricity

Canady Solar LLC, has announced the development of a proposed 800-acre solar power generating facility in Walterboro, S.C. The project represents a potential $45 million investment and would produce 80 MW of electricity.

“Colleton County welcomes Canady Solar LLC, and we are pleased that our county has another clean energy resource,” said Colleton County Council Chairman Scott Biering. “Colleton County is once again demonstrating that we advocate innovation in energy production and manufacturing.”

“We appreciate the investment that Canady Solar LLC is making in our community in bringing renewable, sustainable energy solutions and the advancements the investment represents in energy production,” said Colleton County Economic Alliance Chairman Lee Petrolawicz.

“Canady Solar LLC will be an asset to our industrial community and a great addition to the array of ‘green’ industries located in our region,” said SouthernCarolina Alliance Chairman Marty Sauls. “We look forward to working with Canady Solar in the coming years.”

The solar generation site is located on Mt. Carmel Road in Walterboro and encompasses 800 acres.

For more information on economic development in the region, visit www.southerncarolina.org.

Beaufort Memorial Oncology Specialists add Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

OKATIE, S.C. – To better serve individuals diagnosed with cancer in southern Beaufort County, Beaufort Memorial has added a board-certified family nurse practitioner to the medical oncology team at Beaufort Memorial Oncology Specialists.

Lindsay Gamble, FNP-BC, will bring her diverse background in palliative and critical care and infusion therapy to the Beaufort Memorial cancer treatment team. At the New River Cancer Center in Okatie, she will see medical and hematology patients before, during and after treatment; manage chemotherapy infusions and education; recommend, facilitate and interpret laboratory testing; and order imaging.

“Lindsay will be an excellent addition to the team at Beaufort Memorial Oncology Specialists,” said Beaufort Memorial President and CEO Russell Baxley. “Her wide-ranging experience and personal connection to patients and their care will allow patients receiving cancer treatment at the practice to feel heard, valued and well cared for.”

Gamble’s commitment to patient-first, personalized cancer care developed over her years of nursing experience in Tennessee, California, Virginia and Louisiana, with her most recent experience in both emergency medicine and infusion therapy in Beaufort County. Her passion for the medical oncology field grew in intensity after supporting multiple family members through their cancer treatment journey – including her father.

Gamble graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration at the University of Memphis in Memphis, Tenn., in 2017. She’s bringing her knowledge and drive for compassionate cancer care to Beaufort Memorial from her most recent position at Palmetto Infusion Services in Okatie and is dedicated to providing high-quality care to patients receiving treatment for all types of cancer while exploring all of their options.

“I believe in listening, empathy and support, recognizing the profound impact of a cancer diagnosis on patients and their families,” Gamble said. “My mission is to provide not just care, but hope, dignity and resilience.”

At the New River Cancer Center, Gamble joins Drs. Eric Turner and Michael Porrazzo, oncology nurse navigator Catherine Healy, RN, BSN, and oncology social workers Kianna Brown, LMSW, and Samantha Bruns, LBSW.

Beaufort Memorial cancer programs focus on prevention, screening and treatment of a wide variety of cancers. Patients have access to medical oncology, radiation oncology, cancer surgeries and lab, imaging, infusion and breast health services at both the New River Cancer Center in Okatie, as well as the Keyserling Cancer Center in Beaufort.

Both Cancer Centers offer education and support services, oncology-certified nurses, dietitians, social workers and more to meet patient needs.

To schedule an appointment with Gamble or any of the Beaufort Memorial Oncology Specialists practice providers, call 843-522-7350.

A fast-food chain known for its square burgers and sliders is coming to the Walterboro area.

Krystal will open in the former Popeyes location at 1222 Bell Highway, a public relations spokesperson told What Now Charleston.

The menu features classic burgers, available as double stacks, grilled and topped with diced onions, dill pickles and mustard, served on steamed buns stamped with the Krystal logo. The chain also offers chicken sandwiches, sliders, tenders, hot dogs and corn dogs. Sides include french fries and tater tots.

This marks Krystal’s return to the Lowcountry after decades. The chain currently has three other locations in South Carolina, including one that opened in Orangeburg last December, and others in Gaffney and Aiken.

According to WCBD, South Carolina native and radio personality Charlamagne tha God, born Lenard McKelvey, and his wife, Jessica Gadsden-McKelvey, announced plans in 2022 to help bring the brand back to the region.

“The Krystal restaurant brand is known for bringing quality ingredients and creativity to customers, and we are proud to be franchise owners and even prouder to be providing jobs for our folks by investing in our home state,” the pair said in a November 2022 statement.

While the Walterboro location isn’t affiliated with Charlamagne, it’s expected to open in July. The spokesperson noted, “Our focus remains on building a strong team committed to serving people better every day.”

Krystal was founded in 1932 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, by Rodney Davenport Jr. and J. Glen Sherill. The name was inspired by Davenport’s wife, who admired the clarity of a crystal ball lawn ornament, an image that sparked the now-iconic brand.

[Editor’s Note: This article has been updated with more information from Krystal’s spokesperson, including a new photo]

Walterboro, SC (RestaurantNews.com) The South’s original slider spot is sliding back into South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Krystal, the fast-food icon known for its square sliders, crispy fries and crave-worthy comfort food, will open a new location at 1222 Bell Highway in Walterboro, marking its fifth location in the Palmetto State.

Doors will officially open in July, with the exact date to be announced. A family-friendly grand opening celebration will follow. Guests can expect the full Krystal experience, including signature small, square burgers – like Cheese Krystals, Double Krystals, Jumbo Chicken Tenders, Bacon & Cheese Krystals and the Smash’d & Stack’d Burger – plus Pups (hot dogs), Chiks (chicken sandwiches), breakfast options, value packs and combo meals. Both dine-in and drive-thru service will be available.

The Walterboro restaurant follows the successful December 2024 opening of Krystal’s Orangeburg location in partnership with Charlamagne Tha God, and marks the brand’s continued expansion across the state. It joins existing South Carolina restaurants in North Augusta, Aiken, Gaffney and Orangeburg.

“As we grow in South Carolina, our focus is on creating meaningful connections with our guests and our team,” said Amanda Hyde, Senior Vice President of Operations for Krystal. “That means more than great food. It’s about greeting guests by name, handing over every order with care and creating an environment where team members feel empowered to deliver true hospitality.”

Now Hiring: Join the Krystal Crew

Krystal is hosting an in-person hiring event on Wednesday, June 11, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the new Walterboro location. The team aims to hire 40 new employees for all shifts.

Applicants should bring a valid ID and Social Security number. No prior experience is required – just a passion for great food and service.

Founded in 1932, Krystal has remained a Southern staple for more than 90 years, evolving with the times while staying rooted in warm hospitality and craveable, familiar flavors.

For more information, visit Krystal.com.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Krystal Restaurants LLC is the original quick-service restaurant chain in the South. Krystal hamburgers have been served fresh and hot off the grill on the iconic square bun since 1932. The company proudly sticks to the classics, but they’ve never been afraid to innovate. Krystal has expanded to 12 states with nearly 300 restaurants and continues to deliver a one-of-a-kind taste experience through unique menu items offered at a great price. In 2023, USA Today readers named Krystal the “Best Late-Night Fast Food,” and in 2022, research and consulting firm Technomic ranked Krystal as one of the “Most Craveable Burgers.”