Hannah Bodie named next Principal of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary
April 21, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Hannah Bodie has been selected as the next principal of Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary School, effective July 1, 2026. Ms. Bodie will succeed…
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Dredging projects finish, boosting Isle of Palms coast with no local costs
April 21, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Charleston District, officially finishes two successful dredging and sand placement projects on the Isle of Palms, April 20, 2026. The Breach Inlet Beneficial…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce awards annual scholarships to outstanding local seniors
April 21, 2026
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) announced the recipients of its 2026 scholarship program. At the Chamber’s monthly luncheon held on Thursday, April 16, two $2,000 scholarships were awarded…
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Berkeley County receives prestigious Public Service Award from Charleston Animal Society
April 21, 2026
Berkeley County has been named the recipient of Charleston Animal Society’s prestigious Public Service Award for its leadership, investment, and commitment to partnership in helping build a stronger, more humane…
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First Citizens appoints new Executive Vice President for its South Region
April 21, 2026
Career banker, Holt Chetwood from Columbia, takes on expanded leadership role First Citizens Bank, a top 20 U.S. super regional, has named Holt Chetwood as Regional Executive Vice President in an…
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Take Back Day: Safe medication disposal protects South Carolina families
April 20, 2026
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will take place on April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering South Carolinians a safe, convenient and anonymous way to dispose of…
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Stage Door Arts Announces Competition Intensive for Young Dancers in Mount Pleasant
April 20, 2026
Stage Door Arts is bringing the energy this spring with its upcoming Competition Intensive, a one-day training experience designed for dancers ready to level up their skills in a focused,…
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Lowcountry Food Bank receives $125,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation to supply healthy food to Coastal South Carolina neighbors
April 20, 2026
Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced today that The Leon Levine Foundation gave the organization a $125,000 grant. This grant will help LCFB provide more than 300,000 healthy meals, including fresh…
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Melissa Popdan joins DWG, Inc. Consulting Engineers as Construction Administrator
April 16, 2026
Melissa Popdan has joined DWG, Inc. Consulting Engineers’ (DWG) Mount Pleasant office as Construction Administrator. Popdan comes to DWG with 20 years of construction administration experience and will use her…
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MUSC recognized across disciplines in 2026 U.S. News best graduate schools rankings
April 16, 2026
Four programs rank in the top 25 nationally, led by Occupational Therapy’s No. 8 ranking The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) earned national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News…
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SC Technical College System signs statewide transfer agreement with WGU
April 16, 2026
Graduates of the SC Technical College System’s 16 colleges can more easily transfer their academic credits to accredited online Western Governors University (WGU), thanks to a new partnership agreement signed…
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College of Charleston awarded large grant that shines spotlight on learning through culture, foodways
April 16, 2026
The College of Charleston is announcing a transformative $1.5 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to reshape experiential learning through the lens of Lowcountry foodways. This funding will empower the new…
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LiveWildFest coming to Firefly Distillery on May 2nd
April 16, 2026
LiveWildFest is back, and it’s happening in just two weeks on May 2, 2026, at Firefly Distillery. Charleston’s homegrown health and wellness festival returns for a full day of movement, music, and community connection,…
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17th annual Trio Coastal Culinary Experience returns to Myrtle Beach for an evening of exceptional flavors, networking, and entertainment
April 16, 2026
The Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association (MBAHA) and the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced the return of the 17th Annual Trio Coastal Culinary Experience. This premier event…
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East West Partners announces “The Art of Home” spring event at The Waterfront Daniel Island
April 15, 2026East West Partners, a premier, nationally awarded residential and commercial real estate development group with offices in Charleston, announced “The Art of Home,” a new spring event at its residential…
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Goodwyn Mills Cawood names new regional vice president in South Carolina
April 15, 2026
Tripp Barrineau was recently appointed to the role of regional vice president of South Carolina for local architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC). Barrineau steps into the role…
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Peach Blossom Lit
April 15, 2026
By Tom Poland Come March, my thoughts turn to peach blossoms and memories of family fruit trees. One tree from youth stands above others. From my deep well of…
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SCRA named in prestigious global ranking
April 15, 2026
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., was named to Pitchbook’s Global League Table Awards for accelerating business growth and bringing life-saving innovation to the market SC Launch Inc.,…
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After a breakout first year, BofA’s “Golf with Us” returns to bring $5 Golf to Kids
April 14, 2026
Continuing on its commitment to make golf more accessible and affordable for kids, Bank of America announced the return of Golf with Us. Children, ages 6-18, are invited to enroll…
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Lowcountry Land Trust protects key Wadmalaw Island property along Bears Bluff Road
April 14, 2026
Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to protecting land and water forever and connecting the community to conservation, announced the permanent protection of Newground, a working farm spanning 58 acres…
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Lanthorne taps homebuilding industry leader Josh Hutzler as chief operating officer
April 14, 2026
Lanthorne Homes, a brand of Front Light Building Company, has announced the hiring of Josh Hutzler as their new Chief Operating Officer. With more than 25 years of leadership experience in…
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Catch summer fun at Charleston County Parks’ fishing pier tournaments
April 14, 2026
Cast Off Fishing Tournaments are back at the Folly Beach and Mount Pleasant Piers this summer! This summer, catch fish, fun and prizes during tournaments at the Folly Beach Pier…
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Army engineers seek public input on Charleston Brick Arches rehab
April 14, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Charleston District, is seeking public input on environmental documents that could impact the City of Charleston’s Brick Arches Stormwater Project rehabilitation. USACE, in…
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SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
April 14, 2026
RFIDKNOW, Clutch Intelligence, Realize Ascent Labs, Renoverse AI, Algae Integration Utility Service, Vet Media Group, and PostPixel received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Clutch Intelligence, PostPixel, AmICompliant, Memberworks, Pathly, PSF R&D Labs, and Vismerch were accepted as SCRA member…
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Prep work underway in SC’s nuclear reboot effort
April 14, 2026This article is published courtesy of the SC Daily Gazette By Jessica Holdman Potential $2.7B payday at least 2 years away South Carolina’s state-owned utility company hopes to know…
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South Carolina Welcome Centers earn Certified Autism Center™ accreditation, support inclusive travel experiences for all visitors
April 14, 2026
The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to the South Carolina Welcome Centers. To achieve this designation, at least 80%…
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SCETV receives record-breaking 15 Southeast Emmy® nominations
April 14, 2026
Awards recognize some of the greatest television work in the Southeast The Regional Southeast Emmy® Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) recently announced nominations for…
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Berkeley County Government to hold in-house job fair April 30
April 14, 2026
Berkeley County Government will host a job fair for open County positions on Thursday, April 30, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The event will be held at the Berkeley County…
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Regional safety action plan seeks input on traffic safety concerns
April 14, 2026
Input needed by April 23, 11:59 p.m., to identify high-risk areas and prioritize solutions Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) is developing a Regional Safety Action Plan, a data-driven initiative to…
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Charleston Digital announces expanded artificial intelligence (AI) curriculum
April 14, 2026
With the rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence (AI) reshaping nearly every industry, Charleston Digital is recognizing the growing need for education that cuts through the noise. Through the Charleston Learning…
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City of Charleston offers six new affordable townhomes through first-time homebuyer program
April 14, 2026
The City of Charleston announced the availability of six newly constructed townhomes on Juniper Street. Each home is approximately 1,100 square feet and features two bedrooms, each with a private…
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College of Charleston professors, students practice healthy disagreement
April 14, 2026
The College of Charleston’s Civility Initiative is hosting its second Disagree With a Professor (DWP) event, providing students the chance to practice healthy disagreement and dialogue with professors in a constructive, facilitated manner. DWP…
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New rooftop wellness series at The Restoration Hotel
April 14, 2026
The Restoration Hotel is launching its Summer Rooftop Wellness Series this April, running weekly activities on the rooftop through the fall right off King St. in downtown Charleston. The series brings…
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Leadership South Carolina core program application information
April 14, 2026
Participants in Leadership South Carolina represent a diverse cross-section of our state, including business leaders, nonprofit professionals, government officials, and dedicated community volunteers, all committed to addressing South Carolina’s challenges…
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MUSC Health launches capital campaign to transform cancer care for patients across South Carolina
April 14, 2026MUSC Health announced the launch of the largest and most ambitious capital campaign in its history – a $250 million initiative to support the development of a new MUSC…
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The Beach Company adds leasing and marketing talent in Charleston
April 13, 2026The Beach Company, a leader in residential and commercial real estate brokerage, development and property management, announces the addition of new talent to their Charleston portfolio, further strengthening the leasing…
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The new rules of reputation management
April 13, 2026
Public relations is changing. For years, many people thought of PR as media coverage, announcements and visibility. Those things still matter, but they are no longer enough. Today, public relations…
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Statewide coalition bringing together businesses for employee health and well-being
April 13, 2026Lt. Governor Evette: “Health and well-being is not just a nice thing to do anymore — it is a business imperative” By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The South Carolina…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Nikki Haley, The O6 Foundation
April 11, 2026
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of…
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MUSC Board of Trustees approves Downtown Charleston Campus Master Plan
April 10, 2026
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Board of Trustees today advanced the MUSC Downtown Charleston Campus Master Plan, a long-term framework designed to guide the future evolution of MUSC’s…
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Charleston County to host mandatory forums for nonprofits seeking Community Investment, Accommodations Tax funding
April 9, 2026
With applications opening soon, Charleston County will host two public information forums for nonprofit, 501(c) organizations interested in applying for funding through the County Contributions Program, which includes Community Investment,…
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Dorchester County blood drive open to the public at county buildings on April 13
April 9, 2026
Consider donating blood to save lives Dorchester County is partnering with The Blood Connection to host a community blood drive on Monday, April 13, 2026. Residents are encouraged to participate…
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Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce appoints Amanda Bunting Comen to spearhead marketing initiatives
April 9, 2026
The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) announced the appointment of Amanda Bunting Comen to its professional team in a newly focused marketing and communications role. Amanda brings a wealth…
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SC Works Trident partnering with Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties to host the annual Your Next Step Career Fair on April 23
April 9, 2026
Event connects graduating high school seniors and the public to in-demand career paths SC Works Trident, along with Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties, will host the annual Your Next Step Career Fair on…
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College of Charleston to host panel discussion about current state of college basketball
April 9, 2026
The Department of Communication at College of Charleston will host a panel discussion titled “Portals and Paychecks: The State of College Basketball.” A trio of experts will speak on the…
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South Carolina requesting input on Opportunity Zone nominations
April 9, 2026
Program encourages private investment in economically distressed communities The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce), on behalf of the state of South Carolina, is requesting input to guide the…
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AutoZone expands its presence in the Charleston market
April 9, 2026
AutoZone has continued its expansion across the Charleston region with the recent acquisition of approximately 2 acres of land located at 10524 Dorchester Road in Summerville, South Carolina. The site is positioned…
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Six recurring free, family-friendly events to attend this summer
April 8, 2026
Freshfields Village hosts weekly concerts, markets and community events all season-long for Charleston residents and visitors Freshfields Village, the premier open-air shopping and dining destination just 30 minutes from downtown…
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Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of South Carolina, and AmeriCorps SC announce 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients
April 8, 2026
Honoring the People and Partnerships Powering South Carolina Communities During National Volunteer Month Governor Henry McMaster, Together SC, United Way Association of South Carolina, and AmeriCorps SC announced the recipients…
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College of Charleston MBA programs earn national recognition in U.S. News ranking
April 7, 2026
The College of Charleston School of Business is home to two nationally ranked MBA programs, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate Schools ranking. The College’s one-year, full-time MBA program ranks No.…
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