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Mount Pleasant
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Mount Pleasant. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Community Foundation announced that applications are open for faith-based organizations to receive grants from its new fund, thanks to a $500,000 investment from Boeing—supporting afterschool education, financial literacy, healthcare access and grocery support. Grants averaging $5,000 are available to state-registered charities until June 1 and selections will be announced in December. Moultrie News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Charleston Police Department released new details on a fatal auto-pedestrian collision that occurred Wednesday morning at around 6:15 a.m. on Savannah Highway near Skylark Drive — a Toyota sedan traveling northbound struck a pedestrian attempting to cross — and officers are asking witnesses with useful information to come forward. WCIV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Black Food Truck Festival will be held at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson from April 25 to April 27, offering a weekend of food, live music and cultural events—more than 40 food trucks and several live stages will feature performers like DJ Illadell and local talent. Moultrie News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gloria Lopez Rojas reflected on her 12 years in CCSD and credited Early College for boosting her academic success—she is set to graduate in May with an associate's degree. She values the community support during personal hardship and plans to attend law school to help local families. Charleston County School District
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Representative Bill Taylor introduced bill H.3276—known as the South Carolina Hands-Free And Distracted Driving Act—to ban drivers from holding their phones, saying distracted driving kills nearly 20 people every week and could save about 170 lives in its first year. The House passed the bill on April 9 and it now sits in the Senate transportation committee while drivers caught holding a phone face a $100 fine that will double for repeat offenses. WCIV
- ➤ At its April 15 meeting, the GREEN Commission moved closer to finalizing its 2025 Workplan as Neighborhood Livability Division Chief Liz Boyles explained plans to improve stormwater management. The plan will support outreach on storm drain labeling and community cleanups—along with future events such as the April 27 Blessing of the Fleet. Moultrie News
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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Hibachi Cooking Class
5-7 p.m. — Two Blokes Brewing — Price information not provided — Learn hibachi skills while enjoying delicious dishes in a community-focused atmosphere.
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Charleston Cougars vs. Georgia Southern Eagles Baseball
11:30 p.m. — Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum — Check your schedule and catch a thrilling college baseball matchup under the stars.
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Charleston Cougars vs. Citadel Bulldogs Baseball
11:30 PM — Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum — Free entry — Catch a thrilling baseball matchup between local rivals.
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Ladies Lunch with a View
12-2 p.m. — Shem Creek Crab House — Check for dolphin sightings while enjoying good food and great company.
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Mother's Day Buffet
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Church and Union Charleston — $75 adults, $35 children 12 & under — Celebrate Mother's Day with a delightful brunch buffet including a complimentary drink.
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Charleston Cougars vs. Jacksonville Dolphins
6:00 p.m. — College of Charleston Baseball Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling baseball matchup between the Cougars and the Dolphins.
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She Tris Sprint Triathlon
12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — I'On Club — Registration fees apply — Empowering women to experience triathlons at all skill levels.
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