Good morning, Mount Pleasant.

We Are Sharing Hope SC, South Carolina’s organ and tissue recovery program, will host its 20th Annual Race for Life event on Folly Beach on March 29 to raise funds for donation education programs; runners may register online until 7 a.m. March 29 or sign up in person, with race packets available from March 27 through March 29 (at designated pick-up locations).

Former District Gov. and Past President Lou Mello was recognized as a Foundation Major Donor Level 3 member after donating more than $50,000 to Rotary International's nonprofit work — President David Kent presented him with a Four-Way Test coin as a token of the club's appreciation.

Lorenzo Trapp, a 62-year-old inmate with mental illness, died of severe dehydration at the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center on July 3rd, 2024 when a deputy—whose scanner malfunctioned—failed to complete his hourly checks, SLED found, and the sheriff’s office has opened an internal investigation.

A Charleston-based Coast Guard cutter Stone assisted in seizing more than $517 million in illegal drugs from missions in the Eastern Pacific Ocean as its crew arrested two Ecuadorians accused of smuggling thousands of pounds of substances, and the case will be tried in South Carolina.

Mount Pleasant voters will elect a new town council member next Tuesday with 10 candidates running for a seat representing North Mount Pleasant—residents say they need a local voice.

Local officials noted concerns over traffic and growth—polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Charleston-based virtual care provider VirtuAlly attended a digital health and AI event on March 13 to urge lawmakers to keep telehealth open for vulnerable patients as Medicare changes take hold.

The firm, which works with 11 local facilities including MUSC, will soon offer remote patient monitoring and use AI to help nurses care for more patients.

Hands-On Mediterranean Cooking Class

This cooking class offers participants a chance to learn about and prepare fresh Mediterranean dishes while supporting community initiatives.

Next Stop Comedy

7-8:30 p.m. — Hobcaw Brewing Company — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy a night of laughs with top stand-up comedians in a local venue.

Bottom Fishing Basics Seminar

6-7 p.m. — Haddrell's Point Fin to Feather — Free entry — Dive into bottom fishing techniques for a chance to catch delicious species from the sea.