Morning
Mount Pleasant
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Mount Pleasant. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two SC restaurants and one chef earned 2026 James Beard finalist honors, while USC women reached the Final Four with a 78 to 52 win over TCU. Also, Charleston plans to convert a 1200 space parking lot for affordable housing & James Island approved a bid of 340,000 dollars for community events parking. The Post and Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rebecca Imholz, Executive Director of the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce, is named one of SCBIZ’s 2026 Top 100 Women for her leadership in fostering local business growth and community efforts East of the Cooper. Moultrie News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charleston County Parks is hosting its Inclusive Superhero Dance Party on May 6, 6 to 8 p.m. in the Cooper River Room at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park for people with disabilities, families and caregivers + registration starts at $4 and children under 3 join free. Moultrie News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ March was the second driest on record with only 0.37 inches of rain, causing residents to water lawns and gardens to keep plants healthy. The National Weather Service and local experts advise steady watering as showers are expected later in the season (dry conditions may continue to stress the soil). WCIV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a public hearing in North Charleston Tuesday night, Dominion Energy customers testified against a nearly 12% rate increase that could add about $20 to monthly bills. Additional hearings are scheduled in Bluffton and Aiken as regulators review the proposal — customers are urged to use available assistance resources. WCIV
- ➤ Throughout April, St. John's Fire District is testing fire hydrants across the community to ensure proper function for emergencies. Residents may see fire vehicles near hydrants and brief water discoloration (run cold water until it clears) while driving near crews. WCIV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, the RiverDogs open their 2026 season with a three-game series against the Pelicans at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park where fans can enjoy Thirsty Thursday $1 beers, a pregame parade, and patriotic fireworks as part of America 250 celebrations. WCIV
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2026 Mount Pleasant Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate local seafood culture with a boat parade, live music, and family-friendly activities in a picturesque setting.
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