Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
Good morning, Mount Pleasant.
The Blue Angels will fly over Charleston Harbor on May 2 from 1 to 3 p.m., causing road and harbor restrictions through that day while a 161-foot ($26M) yacht remains docked at Seabreeze Marina after its international tour.
Ahead of tomorrow's Kentucky Derby, a look at Secretariat’s ties to the Palmetto State spotlights trainer Lucien Laurin, who lived in Santee and ran a winter training center in Holly Hill — local groom Eddie Sweat is honored for his deep bond with the legendary racehorse.
Bob Bisaccia, a New York crooner who recently moved to Mount Pleasant with his wife (Gloria), is set to perform at Seacoast Church on May 14 in a noontime show that kicks off his Lowcountry comeback tour at senior centers, clubs, and churches.
Joquetta Wright, founder of the Free Mama Movement, will host the 'Poised & Proper' fashion show with the theme 'From Lemons to Luxe' to support mothers at Charleston's Union Station (652-A King Street) on Saturday, May 9 from 5 to 9 p.m.
Charleston County School District was named a Best Community for Music Education by The NAMM Foundation for the second year, making it one of seven South Carolina districts honored (all three tri-county districts received this recognition).
At the April 27 board meeting, CCSD honored students, staff, and community partners by recognizing standout achievements including selection to the first-ever SCBDA All-State Middle School Jazz Ensemble, an essay contest win, and a state wrestling championship.
CCSD also celebrated LOCAL partner support and SkillsUSA wins that enhance community success.
Mount Pleasant is asking residents for input on traffic and pedestrian projects funded by a $15.78M grant, with improvements including medians, traffic lights, shared-use paths and crosswalk signals.
Residents may submit feedback online after a recent in-person meeting — construction may begin in six to 10 months.
A Charleston-based reparations task force is asking for more than 7,000 acres of land from Boone Hall, Magnolia and Middleton plantations to benefit the Gullah Geechee community.
The proposal—focused on economic development and historical accountability—has reignited discussions in the Lowcountry.
The eighth annual Special Olympics Bandana Tournament will happen on May 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mount Pleasant Tennis Complex.
Hosted by Rocking Racquets, the tournament features 36 athletes (including unified pairs) playing singles and doubles and will honor first responders with lunch.
2026 Sweat on the Ship - Mental Health in Motion
5-9 p.m. — USS Yorktown CV-10 — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for a community workout event with local vendors, food, and a focus on mental health awareness.
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