City of Charleston cuts permit backlog, improves efficiency and customer service
April 7, 2026
Since taking office, Mayor Cogswell has prioritized improving the City of Charleston’s Permit Center to make the process more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly for both residents and staff. Those efforts…
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REALTOR® Amy Edmonds Mathisen brings 25 years of legal expertise to William Means Real Estate
April 7, 2026
William Means Real Estate, one of Charleston’s most established luxury real estate firms, welcomes Amy Edmonds Mathisen to its team of experienced REALTORS®. A Charleston native, Mathisen brings a client-centered…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy unveils plan to reimagine Allan Park
April 7, 2026The Charleston Parks Conservancy has announced a fundraising effort to support the revitalization of Allan Park, a beloved neighborhood green space located at 365 Ashley Avenue in downtown Charleston. The…
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Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announces open call for 2026 Piccolo Spoleto poster
April 7, 2026
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs announced exciting new additions to the Piccolo Spoleto Festival, including an open call for an artist to design the official 2026 festival…
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Residents encouraged to complete Transportation Sales Tax survey ahead of April 10 deadline
April 7, 2026
Charleston County is encouraging residents to provide input on the proposed 2026 Transportation Sales Tax (TST) program before the online survey closes at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 10. Since…
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SCDOT, USDOT break ground on I-95 bridges over Lake Marion replacement project
April 7, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), announced the groundbreaking of the Interstate 95 bridges over Lake Marion replacement project, one…
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John Frick named CEO of the Electric Cooperatives of South Carolina
April 7, 2026
General Counsel Chris Koon promoted to executive vice president The Electric Cooperatives of South Carolina, Inc., has named its longtime government relations chief, John Frick, as the association’s next president…
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College of Charleston MPA program recognized among nation’s best
April 7, 2026
The College of Charleston Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) program has been named among the nation’s best in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Public Affairs Schools rankings. The program is recognized…
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Smart Heart Act passes to improve cardiac readiness in schools
April 7, 2026
Bill requires cardiac emergency plans and AED access in all South Carolina schools After two years of advocacy from educators, medical professionals, families, and community leaders across the state, Governor…
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Beach tips from Charleston County Parks: what to know before your next visit to our beach parks
April 7, 2026
Summer is coming, and the Lowcountry’s beaches will soon become very busy. To make it as enjoyable and as safe of an experience as possible, Charleston County Parks encourages beachgoers to familiarize…
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Drop in at SK8 Charleston: the Boardr Series is back in April!
April 7, 2026
SK8 Charleston will host contest series benefitting the Grind for Life non-profit organization Charleston County Parks will host the The Boardr Series, a national skateboarding competition, in April at the…
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Bank of America teams with Visa to offer cardholders a chance to win a trip to the FIFA World Cup 2026™
April 6, 2026
Every Qualifying Purchase Made with a Bank of America Visa Credit Card is a Chance to win a Hospitality Package, Including Tickets to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Finals, Semi-Finals…
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5 lawn lessons from Augusta National and why your yard won’t make the cut
April 6, 2026
Augusta National is designed to peak for the Masters Tournament. Clemson experts explain how South Carolina homeowners can build lawns that perform year-round. Series note This article is part…
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Small Acts, Big Impact: Walmart and Sam’s Club kick off 13th annual ‘Fight Hunger. Spark Change.’
April 6, 2026
For the 13th consecutive year, all U.S. Walmart stores and Sam’s Club locations are launching the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign, including right here in coastal South Carolina. The goal…
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Twin Rivers Capital, LLC announces sale of West Ashley office building
April 6, 2026
Charleston, SC-based commercial real estate developer, Twin Rivers Capital, LLC, recently completed the sale of a 4,000± SF office building located in West Ashley at Carriage Lane Office Park. The…
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Masters Memories
April 5, 2026
By Tom Poland I never had time for golf, but I love the Masters. I never miss the Sunday round on TV. It almost always provides high drama. I…
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College of Charleston contributes to International Space Station resupply mission
April 2, 2026In a rare opportunity, undergraduate students helped develop payloads for space orbit and are now heading to Kennedy Space Center for the launch. Two astrophysics students who graduate next month from the College of Charleston are seeing years of hard work come to…
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Time capsule to be placed in cornerstone of renovated building at College of Charleston
April 2, 2026
It’s a look back and a look forward as the College of Charleston celebrates the renovation of the Stern Center with a special moment on Monday, April 6, 2026. College leadership will honor the building’s namesake and dedicate a…
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Treasurer Loftis receives over 1,000 letters from elementary students
April 2, 2026
What began as a classroom activity to teach students about saving quickly turned into a statewide outpouring of creativity, inspiration and thoughtful reflections from South Carolina elementary students. After inviting…
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SCETV launches new YouTube channels focused on news and learning
April 2, 2026
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) has expanded the ways viewers can access content with the launch of two YouTube channels, one dedicated to news content and one dedicated…
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Santee Cooper receives national awards for safety, line tech skills
April 2, 2026
Santee Cooper earned the American Public Power Association (APPA) Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices in 2025 and placed among the top three in the separate national APPA…
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CSU earns 2026–2027 Military Friendly Schools designation
April 2, 2026
Charleston Southern University has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly® Schools Designation as a Military Friendly® Gold School and a Military Friendly® Spouse School. Charleston Southern has served veteran students for more than 50…
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Reel South announces new partnership to strengthen southern documentary filmmaking
April 2, 2026
The co-produced, PBS documentary series, Reel South, announces a newly formalized partnership with Southern Documentary Fund (SDF) aimed at strengthening the future of independent documentary filmmaking across the American South. The series is…
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Hood Construction receives national AGC Construction Safety Excellence Award
April 1, 2026
Hood Construction announced it has received the AGC Construction Safety Excellence Award (CSEA) at the 2026 AGC of America Convention in Orlando, Florida, on March 26, 2026. The company was…
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A Man Named Twiggs
April 1, 2026
By Tom Poland He was charismatic and a lightning rod for trouble. He was a roadie for the Allman Brothers Band. What little I know of his life tells…
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Jeremy Cook, Theodore DuBose named 2026 Best Lawyers® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ for Public Finance Law
April 1, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Best Lawyers has named Jeremy L. Cook and Theodore B. DuBose “Lawyer of the Year” for Public Finance Law in their respective regions. Jeremy,…
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Expanding opportunities: Oliver’s Nannies creates hundreds of new jobs every year
April 1, 2026
Leading nanny agency Oliver’s Nannies continuously expands its teams and caregiver networks, creating many new employment opportunities each year. Oliver’s Nannies, a leading nanny agency in the childcare and staffing…
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South Carolina nonprofit leaders convene at State House to engage lawmakers on sector priorities
April 1, 2026
Together SC will bring nonprofit leaders from across the state to the South Carolina State House on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, for its annual Nonprofits at the State House event—an…
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CSX makes donation to Lowcountry Food Bank
April 1, 2026
Donation recognizes and uplifts individuals and organizations dedicated to honoring those who serve our communities Lowcountry Food Bank (LCFB) announced it has been awarded grant funding from CSX Transportation to…
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Morelli Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. receives 2026 President’s Award from Carrier for quality and leadership excellence
April 1, 2026
Morelli Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. has been awarded the 2026 President’s Award from Carrier, recognizing the company’s unwavering commitment to quality and exemplary leadership in the heating, ventilation and…
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Colliers announces the promotions of real estate management and accounting team members
April 1, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina announces the promotions of eight team members within the Real Estate Management Services (REMS) and accounting departments, strengthening the company’s platform for its commercial real estate…
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Spring Break Travel Talk: How to start simple safety conversations with kids
March 31, 2026
OSUS encourages families to use travel time as an opportunity for simple, supportive conversations As families across South Carolina prepare for Spring Break travel, the South Carolina Department of Behavioral…
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Pyramid Contracting announces leadership transition to support continued growth
March 31, 2026
Pyramid Contracting has announced a key leadership transition, with David E. Stewart promoted to Chief Executive Officer and Berry Ponder promoted to Chief Operating Officer, positioning the company for continued…
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Publix Charities renews support for ECCO’s food and financial assistance programs
March 31, 2026
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina: East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) announces it has been awarded a $15,000 grant from Publix Super Markets Charities to support Hunger Relief. Established in 1966, Publix Super Markets Charities aims…
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SeamonWhiteside promotes Taylor Critcher to lead landscape architecture practice across the Carolinas
March 31, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announced the promotion of Taylor Critcher to director of landscape architecture services to oversee the firm’s landscape architecture…
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ECCO distributes hurricane preparedness kits with support from the Volvo for Life Fund
March 31, 2026
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina: East Cooper Community Outreach (ECCO) provided hurricane preparedness kits to ECCO clients during the most recent hurricane season as part of its ongoing commitment to disaster readiness…
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CCSD announces Kristina Wallace as Nutrition Services Officer
March 31, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces the appointment of Kristina Wallace as Nutrition Services Officer, where she will support the district’s Office of Student Nutrition in delivering high-quality, efficient meal…
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Alfare Silva is the the new Strategic Communications Officer for CCSD
March 31, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announces the appointment of Alfáre S.B. Silva as Strategic Communications Officer, where she will support the district’s Office of Communications in strengthening communication and engagement…
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CCSD announces Jacob Perlmutter as Principal of Burke High School
March 31, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Jacob “Jake” Perlmutter, current principal of Academic Magnet High School, has been named the next principal of Burke High School, effective July 1,…
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CCSD announces Paul Hamilton as Head Football Coach and Athletic Director of St. John’s High School
March 31, 2026
St. John’s High School announces the appointment of Coach Paul Hamilton as Head Football Coach and Athletic Director, effective July 1. Coach Hamilton brings more than 40 years of football…
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Linious Martin Sauls IV named to SCDOT commission
March 31, 2026
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is announcing the swearing in of Linious Martin (Marty) Sauls IV to its Commission. Sauls, of Jasper County, was appointed by Governor McMaster and…
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Charleston International Airport launches new automated self-service dining kiosks for travelers
March 31, 2026
Charleston International Airport (CHS) has introduced a new, convenient dining option for travelers with the launch of automated self-service food kiosks located on both the landside and airside areas of…
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Community Engagement Council continues to discuss 106 Coming Street project
March 31, 2026
The College of Charleston continues its efforts to partner with a diverse group of community members to help guide the commemoration and development efforts of Coming Street Commons, a planned student residence hall at…
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Alcohol Awareness Month
March 30, 2026
Alcohol Awareness Month, recognized each April, serves as a reminder that alcohol misuse is widespread and frequently overlooked, especially among young people. The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and…
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United Community earns 12th JD Power Award in 17 Years
March 30, 2026
Ranked #1 for Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in the Southeast Region For the 12th time, United Community has been recognized as #1 for Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in the Southeast…
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Twin Rivers Capital, LLC welcomes Leigh Lingo
March 27, 2026
Twin Rivers Capital, LLC announced the addition of Leigh Lingo to its team as an Associate on the Brokerage Team. In this role, Leigh will support brokerage efforts across the…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes William Joy of Lucy Beckham High as Educator of the Month
March 26, 2026
Charleston educator promotes his passion for personal finance education beyond the classroom South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized William Joy of Lucy Beckham High School as the March Educator…
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2026 Small Business Opportunity Expo
March 26, 2026
The City of Charleston will host its 2026 Small Business Opportunity Expo, a free event designed to connect local entrepreneurs with resources, contract opportunities, and key decision-makers. WHAT: A free…
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AVM Group establishes national headquarters in Charleston County
March 26, 2026
AVM Group, a leading national provider of turnkey controlled environments, today announced it is establishing its national headquarters in Charleston County. The company’s $5 million investment will create 30 new…
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South Carolina Public Radio announces Sound Shift as name of new 24/7 music channel
March 26, 2026
South Carolina Public Radio (SC Public Radio) announced Sound Shift as the official name of its new 24/7 HD broadcast radio and streaming music channel. The name was selected through…
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