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Mount Pleasant
Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Mount Pleasant. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mount Pleasant is set to open its only public performance space, The Venue MTP, offering performance areas, classrooms, and art exhibits for local performing artists and arts groups. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Meals on Wheels programs in Charleston County are grappling with increased demand and funding challenges, highlighting a mix of government and private sources struggling to meet the needs of the communities they serve. WCIV
- ➤ Warming centers in South Carolina's Lowcountry offer shelter and resources from Jan. 6 to Jan. 9 due to a severe cold front, catering especially to the homeless population. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Mount Pleasant Towne Centre and Charleston Animal Society collaborate to host Pup Bowl VIII, a family-friendly puppy adoption event featuring live music and local food vendors, with all ticket sales benefiting the Charleston Animal Society. Moultrie News
- ➤ Eric LaFontaine, Mount Pleasant's Communications Manager and PIO, was honored for his 5 years of service and pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic in improving the town's public communication strategies. Moultrie News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rents in South Carolina cities like Mount Pleasant and Charleston have stabilized after soaring more than 30% since 2020, despite increasing living costs. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Carl Ritchie was inaugurated as Charleston County Sheriff on Jan. 7, committing to integrity, transparency, and collaboration with various agencies to enhance public safety. Moultrie News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
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Sweetgrass Weaving Workshop with Henrietta Snype
This hands-on workshop at Drayton Hall offers participants a unique opportunity to learn about the historical significance of sweetgrass weaving from renowned artisan Henrietta Snype.
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Lowcountry Oyster Festival
The Lowcountry Oyster Festival is the world's largest oyster festival featuring oyster shucking contests, live music, and various culinary offerings at Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens.
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