Good morning, Mount Pleasant.

On April 28, a driver named Jalen Mauldin was arrested for DUI 2nd in Mount Pleasant after his white Ford pickup swerved between lanes near US Hwy 17 and Ira Road around 9:20 p.m. (He reportedly had three beers at a local chicken-wing spot) (and his record shows a prior DUI from March 5).

Thomas C. Cario Middle School earned the Palmetto’s Finest School award on April 30 — the first school in the district to receive the honor in over 20 years, as recognized by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators.

The Charleston County School District Board of Trustees is asking for community representatives to serve on its Health Advisory Committee as current terms expire; openings are for 1 Clergy, 2 Medical, 2 Parents, and 2 Students (1 must be the Student Body President).

Interested volunteers must submit a resume and letter by noon on June 6 and selection will occur at the Board meeting on August 26.

Inner Healing will open its doors in CHS this May to offer innovative outpatient care with treatments such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.

The clinic is led by Dr. Suzanne Kerns and psychiatric nurse Robin Secrist and will provide medication management, therapy, and holistic services for depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions.

Local widow Caroline Brennick shared her husband's story on Good Morning Charleston to boost esophageal cancer awareness since a person dies every 36 minutes from the disease—she urged adults aged 50+ to talk with their doctors about regular endoscopies, and Dr. Craig Lockhart explained that factors like acid reflux, smoking, and alcohol play a role in the rising risk.

Terry Haas, a leading residential real estate figure and co-founder of 32 South Properties on Daniel Island, was named the first-ever ICON Award recipient at the Charleston Real Producers Awards held April 24th + she was honored for two decades of leadership and client service.

Her firm and team also received additional recognitions for business excellence and community impact.

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.