Good morning, Mount Pleasant.

Mount Pleasant residents can catch veteran music combo Shirsy at Commonhouse Aleworks on March 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. as they perform inside the brewhouse, with doors opening at 6 p.m.

Inflation rose 25% over the past five years, pushing up housing costs across the Lowcountry with Mount Pleasant's average rent now at $3,367.

Many locals say wages lag behind rising prices, forcing some to share homes to stay in the community.

Four Buist Academy seventh graders were selected for the Art Like Bisa exhibition at the National Art Education Association Convention from March 5-7 in Chicago.

Teacher Wendie Kilgore (who set the portrait challenge) said the students were inspired by renowned fiber artist Bisa Butler’s quilted textile style.

At the recent St. Patrick’s Day GREEN Commission meeting, officials reviewed a one-year plan to boost local clean-up projects in Mount Pleasant and cut projects that were not working, like the storm drain box art program, while planning a South Carolina Arbor Day tree planting in December with volunteers.

Robin Via underwent a lifesaving colonoscopy in January 2024 at MUSC Hollings that found early-stage rectal cancer, and she has remained cancer-free for over a year.

She now urges residents to get screened early as she recovers from treatment and celebrates improved health.

The Charleston RiverDogs are hosting an America 250-themed season at Joseph P.

Riley Jr. Park starting April 2. The season will include a pregame parade — plus giveaways, food discounts, and special events honoring local history through September.

Dill Dinkers, a leader in indoor pickleball clubs, will open a new six-court facility on James Island this May that features cushioned courts, showers, a lounge, and tech-enabled reservations + open play, leagues, and lessons for all ages; advance memberships are now available.

The Stingrays signed forward Casey McDonald, a 24 year old who finished a four year college career at Long Island University.

He will join the team as they start a three-game series today at the North Charleston Coliseum.