Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
Good morning, Mount Pleasant.
A suspect who fled a traffic stop Saturday was found hiding under a house near Huger after a multi-county chase and taken to the Medical University of South Carolina — he was charged with DUI, failure to stop, no proof of insurance and speeding by Charleston County deputies and resisting arrest by Berkeley County deputies — and booked at the Al Cannon Detention Center.
On April 24, Mount Pleasant police arrested two female motorists on Coleman Boulevard for DUI after spotting them driving erratically—one registered a 0.13 BAC after drinking wine while the other admitted to having two beers and later refused to give a breath sample.
On Saturday, a suspect fleeing a traffic stop across two Lowcountry counties was caught under a house by a K9—he is now receiving medical treatment and will face charges in both Charleston and Berkeley counties.
Johns Island artist Rebecca Waechter had her drawing flown to and shown on the International Space Station—where astronauts signed the piece for Air Force personnel.
The painting, which shows Cape Canaveral details, marked a major milestone in her art career.
Morgan Island, known as Monkey Island, is home to about 4,000 free-ranging rhesus monkeys used in federal research and maintained by a state program, but Rep. Nancy Mace and state officials are now urging a review of the tests amid rising cost cuts and safety concerns—raising questions about future funding and animal welfare.
Mount Pleasant real estate expert Cheryll Woods-Flowers explains that simple improvements like repainting the front door and trimming shrubs can boost a home's value.
Her guide offers budget-friendly tips aimed at helping sellers attract more buyers—focusing on enhancing curb appeal to improve first impressions.
Pickleball Kingdom at 680 Long Point Road had its grand opening Saturday with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
The new facility will be open Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.—visitors can play or sign up for coaching lessons and membership bookings.
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.
Charleston Cougars vs. Citadel Bulldogs Baseball
11:30 PM — Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum — Free entry — Catch a thrilling baseball matchup between local rivals.
Ladies Lunch with a View
12-2 p.m. — Shem Creek Crab House — Check for dolphin sightings while enjoying good food and great company.
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.
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.
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.
Charleston Ducks Unlimited Spring Gun Bash
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Cooper River Room — Support local wildlife conservation efforts — Enjoy an evening filled with excitement and fundraising activities.
Shark Teeth & Fossils Exploration
4 hours — Folly River Boat Ramp — Pricing varies — Discover shark teeth and fossils on a scenic boat tour of Charleston's dredge islands.
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