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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD)- A family is searching for answers after a Charleston man went missing while on vacation in Mexico earlier this week.

Savannah Miller said her father Edmond Bradley Solomon III, 66, was recently diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a type of degenerative disorder that affects a person’s behavior, rather than memory.

“He sometimes says odd things and behaves erratically — or oddly — because he’s just doing what he knows how to do,” Miller explained. “He can’t process the same way you or I can.”

Solomon recently embarked on a Caribbean cruise with his wife, Mimi, and other family members. But, the trip soon took a distressing turn after he disappeared during one of their stops in Cozumel, Mexico.

Miller said the couple got off the ship early Wednesday afternoon to use the restrooms before leaving the terminal.

“When my stepmom, Mimi, came out, he wasn’t there,” Miller said. “She thought he might still be in the bathroom so she waited for him for a few minutes. He didn’t come out.”

Another family member went into the restroom to check on Solomon, but he was not there.

“That was the point that we knew he was lost,” Miller said. “We know that no matter where he was he would have difficulty understanding what was going on and communicating his needs due to his dementia. I think everyone just immediately became so terrified for his safety.”

The next morning, Miller said she received a call that her father was missing.

“I got the call about 5:30 in the morning and I just froze,” she said. “I didn’t even know how to process this information.”

Local authorities said Solomon was last seen along the road of Isla de la Pasión in Cozumel on Wednesday evening. He was wearing a white t-shirt, grey shorts, and dark sunglasses.

Solomon grew up in West Ashley and has spent his professional career working as a critical care nurse at Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in downtown Charleston, according to Miller. He is also an avid surfer and fisherman, although they said his condition has limited his ability.

“He liked to be with the people that he loved…he was always making sure that we were safe and we were cared for no matter who it was,” Miller said. “He’s always been a fixer and someone who’s just drawn to helping other people.”

Miller is now pleading for the community to return the favor and help her family find their loved one.

“I think it’s important to recognize how much time he’s put into helping others and it’s time to give back,” she said. “I think the best thing that anyone can do is just spread the word. Start yelling and screaming. Elevate it as much as possible so that there is awareness and so everyone on the island is looking for him.”

Solomon’s wife has remained in Mexico while the search continues. Miller and other family members will join her this weekend. A GoFundMe has been set up to help the family with travel expenses.

“I’m really looking forward to having Mimi by my side and being able to give my dad a hug again,” Miller said.

The family has been in contact with the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City and the U.S. Consulate.

In a statement to News 2, a spokesperson for the FBI Columbia field office said they are aware of the missing person report but cannot comment at this time. The agency referred questions to the State Department.

Pop-Up Picks is a recurring series in The Post and Courier’s Food Section that previews an upcoming pop-up breakfast, lunch or dinner and the chefs behind it.

You might have heard of Colectivo, the Johns Island restaurant pairing traditional Mexican dishes with creative chef-inspired spins.

Led by chef Alex Yellan, Colectivo is open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday, but it’s worth swinging by on a Monday.

That’s when, starting at 4 p.m., Yellan’s former Xiao Bao Biscuit colleague Jamey Fairchild transforms the space into Gingerbug, a pop-up inspired by Thailand.

On those nights, the space looks the same, save for the Thai cooking shows playing on Colectivo’s two televisions and a few decorations, including a makrut tree pulled in and placed next to the bar.

Strands of the fragrant lime leaves poking out of the tree’s branches garnish Gingerbug’s grilled shrimp, which are laced in lemongrass, chili paste and galangal, and simmered in coconut cream. Served in a small bowl, the saucy shrimp can be spooned into a lettuce or endive cup, creating a wrap with a mouth-tingling spice cooled by a slice of mango.

Gingerbug’s menu changes monthly, sometimes weekly. Recent items have included barbecued lamb belly, dry-aged beef sausage with a sizzling-hot papaya salad, spiced duck leg curry and curried mushrooms with coconut sticky rice.

Fairchild’s use of Thai spices, such as the white and black peppercorn and lemon coriander crusting the fried ribs, awaken the palate, making you reach for another bite well after you’re full.

“I’ve never had a cuisine where the flavors are so big,” Fairchild said of the Thai food that drives his cooking. “That’s the most craveable food for me … big flavor food and a bit intense.”

Yes, the food at Gingerbug is delicious. Yes, you can only get it one night a week. There’s a reason for the pop-up's light schedule.

Fairchild, who launched Gingerbug with Colectivo co-owner Chad Dennis in 2019, wanted to spend more time with his two daughters. He knew he couldn’t do so while working long hours in restaurant kitchens.

“I think I just woke up one day and was like, ‘I really want to be there for my daughters' lives as they grow up,’ ” Fairchild said.

Gingerbug has given the chef the platform to cook the food he loves. He credits his team, which includes sous chef Matt Horton and manager Hannah Shook, and Colectivo for helping Gingerbug see a strong showing of guests each Monday evening.

“They’ve put together an amazing space,” Fairchild said of Colectivo. “I’m very grateful to be a part of it, but I’m also such a small part of it.”

Gingerbug is open from 4-9 p.m. (or sold out) on Mondays. For more information, follow Gingerbug on Instagram @gingerbugchs.

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division confirmed on Friday they are investigating State Rep. Marvin Pendarvis.

The investigation into Pendarvis came at the request of the First Circuit Solicitor’s Office, SLED spokesperson Renee Wunderlich said.

Details of the investigation were not immediately made available.

The announcement of the investigation comes one day after a lawsuit filed against Pendarvis and his law firm, Pendarvis Law, LLC, alleged Pendarvis witnessed the forgery of a client’s signature and agreed to a settlement without his client’s knowledge.

Court documents state Adrian Lewis had retained Pendarvis’s counsel after he was accused of kidnapping his daughter by the child’s mother in 2021.

Lewis’s attorneys said the child’s mother called the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office while the child was with Lewis on Isle of Palms.

Court documents state Lewis received a phone call from deputies and returned home with his child and was arrested.

Attorneys for Lewis accuse Pendarvis of inflating the potential recovery in the case to an amount above the South Carolina Tort Claims Act.

Lewis’s lawyers Eric Bland and Ronnie Richter allege Pendarvis agreed to settle the case with the sheriff’s office without Lewis’s knowledge or consent.

Despite telling Lewis the case was worth up to $325,000 it was settled for $10,000 and Lewis’s signature was forged on the documents, court documents state.

Bland and Richter claim Lewis was given two checks one for $5,000 in December 2023 and another for $1,667 in March 2024 and assured Lewis that more money was coming. However, Lewis would find out that the case was settled for $10,000 and the $6,667 given to him by Pendarvis would represent the settlement minus the 33% fee to the law firm.

Documents filed with the suit show a series of text messages from March allegedly between Lewis and Pendarvis where Lewis says he’ll sue Pendarvis.

In the messages, Lewis tells Pendarvis he has the documents to show the case was settled for “10k” and said he would sue.

“How much you need the check for? Answer the question man,” Pendarvis said. “How Much?”

“U done,” Lewis said.

Pendarvis then asks Lewis to call him and he says no.

“I’ve always come thru for you on anything you need man,” Pendarvis said. “Let’s handle this s---. No need to try and hurt me man. I can help you. Please brother.”

Court documents state Pendarvis visited Lewis’s home around 8:30 a.m. on April 2, 2024, and said he had $50,000 in cash in a black bag to give him and could give him another $25,000. Pendarvis allegedly told Lewis he would write a check to pay for Lewis’s mortgage if Lewis did not sue him.

Lewis refused the offer, Bland and Richter said.

Court documents state Pendarvis met Lewis on April 4 and gave him another check for $15,000 post-dated for April 9.

Bland and Richter said the rules of professional conduct are not a sliding scale, and that Lewis is courageous for bringing these claims forward.

“The type of conduct here that is dangerous is the allegations and the complaint of harnessing and invading your escrow account to pacify a client, and that escrow account may contain funds that don’t only belong to the client, but they belong to others,” Bland said. “You also have to be truthful with your client. The clients are entitled to accurate information so that they can be informed to make decisions in their case.”

The lawsuit seeks damages for Lewis’s financial losses, emotional distress, and punitive damages.

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CHARLESTON, S.C. – EO Charleston, the Lowcountry’s local chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), a global organization representing more than 18,000 entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries, has announced its achievement of unprecedented growth of nearly 40% over the past year. This achievement positions EO Charleston as the fastest-growing chapter within the U.S. East Region, signifying a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Charleston area.

This record growth has been spearheaded by outgoing chapter president Matt Sullivan, CEO and founder of BES Cleaning Inc. and Soul Pilgrim, LLC. Under Sullivan’s leadership, EO’s Lowcountry chapter has forged new strategic partnerships with Brewer Law Firm, KSA Insurance, and Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), Intention Collective, ShiftHR and more, whose support has been instrumental in driving the chapter’s success. Within just four years of its founding, EO Charleston’s community of members and partners has surpassed 60 local entrepreneurs, positioning the chapter to reach the next chapter level, a testament to its growing influence and impact within the local business landscape.

The growth coincides with the appointment of Jayson Tompkins, founder of Fulfill Engine and Print Your Cause and current EO Charleston membership chair. As the chapter’s incoming president, Tompkins, whose company recently underwent a global acquisition, brings a wealth of entrepreneurial experience and understanding to this leadership role.

“I am honored to lead EO Charleston during this exciting time,” Tompkins shared. “Our record-breaking growth is a testament to our chapter’s entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative culture. I am committed to building on this momentum and furthering our mission of empowering entrepreneurs to achieve their highest potential.”

EO Charleston has also announced a strategic partnership with the Harbor Entrepreneur Center. Led by Christina Lock, a new EO chapter member and chair of the Harbor, the collaboration underscores EO Charleston’s commitment to fostering a collaborative approach to the entrepreneurial landscape in the Charleston community.

“(The Harbor) is thrilled to partner with EO Charleston to support our region’s entrepreneurs,” Lock shared. “By combining the resources and networks of both organizations, we can create even greater opportunities for business owners wherever they are in their journey. From startup to exits and mentorship, we have a space to thrive.”

Jessica Munday, CEO and founder of Trio Solutions Inc. (TRIO and co-founder of Cloud Nine Nonprofit Advisors), serves the organization as an area director, assisting five chapters in the U.S. East. Munday, a founding chapter member, will represent EO Charleston at the Global Leadership Conference in Singapore with thousands of other chapter leaders from around the globe from April 22 to 25.

“Being a part of EO is incredible,” shares Munday. “The friendships, the experiences, the learning—all of it is exceptional and unlike any organization I have ever been a part of. We often refer to it as the ‘EO magic.’”

Founded in 2019, EO Charleston is the only chapter of the global organization in South Carolina and the only local member-led organization connected to more than 18,000 entrepreneurs worldwide. Membership applications are open to business owners who have reached at least $1 million in revenue and are majority owners.

Additional strategic alliance partners of EO Charleston include Don Williams Global, Full Circle Fishing Charters, Angel Oak Accounting, Brad Franko Consulting, Own Your Category, Trio Solutions Inc. (TRIO), Coastal Strategic Capital and Dr. Troy Hall.

To learn more about EO Charleston, visit EOcharleston.org.

ABOUT EO CHARLESTON

EO Charleston is the only chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) in South Carolina. Founded by a group of local business owners in July 2019, EO Charleston aims to help entrepreneurs achieve their full potential in their business and personal lives through life-enhancing connections, shared experiences, and collaborative learning. Learn more about EO Charleston and connect with it on eocharleston.org, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.

The Black Food Truck Festival returns in a few weeks for the fifth time to Charleston, South Carolina, offering a weekend extravaganza of delicious food, vibrant music, and cultural experiences for the whole family.

Sponsored by Bacardi and Explore Charleston, the event will be held April 26-28 at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson and will be a celebration of Black-owned businesses and the rich culinary heritage of Black cultures.

Fun for All Ages The Black Food Truck Festival is a fun-filled event for the whole family. In addition to the food trucks, the festival will feature live music, dance performances, artisan vendors, games, and lounge areas.

Saturday taking the stage will be Madyson Symphony (Atlanta, G.A.), Dupont Brass, Trap Jazz, The MVP Band, and Manny Houston, an all around creative from S.C. On Sunday the line up includes Stout, Live in the Flesh, The Red Sample, and The Backyard Band, the widely known Go-Go band based out of Washington, D.C.

A Celebration of Black Culture Through Food Food has long been a cornerstone of Black culture, serving as a way to connect communities, share stories, and preserve traditions. The Black Food Truck Festival brings this rich history to life with over 40 food trucks offering a wide variety of cuisines, from soul food classics to delectable West African dishes.

Some of the vendors participating are Slutty Vegan, the popular vegan hamburger restaurant chain based in Atlanta, G.A., Chef B’s, Pineapple Island, Fab Sliders, Bert & T’s, Mother Smokin Good, Alkaline Vegan Meals, and many more.

More Than Just Food: Economic Empowerment and Cultural Showcase Beyond the delicious food, the Black Food Truck Festival plays a vital role in supporting and empowering Black-owned businesses. The event provides a platform for these businesses to thrive and connect with a wider audience.

“This event goes beyond food,” says festival founder Marcus Hammond. “It’s a family-friendly experience that captures the essence of Black culture and its global influence. Attendees can network, enjoy a fantastic atmosphere, and play a part in showcasing the rich tapestry of Black culture.”

Event Details Dates: April 26-28, 2024 Location: Exchange Park Fairgrounds, 9850 Highway 78, Ladson, S.C. Hours: General Admission: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.; VIP: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tickets: General Admission starts at $20, VIP starts at $140. Two-day and weekend passes available. Tickets can be purchased at blackfoodtruckfestival.com Website: blackfoodtruckfestival.com Social Media: Follow the festival on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok at @blackfoodtruckfestival

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Black culture, savor delicious food, and enjoy a weekend of fun in Charleston, South Carolina!