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Mount Pleasant
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Mount Pleasant. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huk, a Charleston performance wear brand, is title sponsor of the SFC Carrier Cup presented by Huk, a multi-day sport fishing tournament aboard the USS Yorktown at Patriot's Point from May 29 to 31. The event kicks off with America250 Summer Kickoff Concert headlined by Brian Kelley on May 29. Moultrie News
- ➤ Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum will host a Memorial Day observance on the USS Yorktown’s flight deck on Monday, May 25, at 3 p.m. Local musicians and community members will join the nationwide Taps Across America tribute (honoring fallen service members). WCIV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Organizers announced the second annual GolfCarting Expo and Dealer Summit to take place Oct. 1-3 at the Charleston Area Convention Center. The three-day event will highlight a 75,000 sqft exhibit floor, interactive product demos and educational seminars for industry professionals. Moultrie News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CCSD enters final weeks with 63 teacher vacancies with a drop from nearly 300 two years ago and retention improved from 95% to 98%. The board approved an FY27 budget raising starting salaries to $67,500 (the highest among non-union districts) as applications per teaching spot climb. Charleston County School District
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ With hurricane season beginning June 1, local residents are urged to secure vital financial records, review insurance coverage, and arrange emergency cash to prepare for any storm. Experts advise creating a waterproof bag for key documents (such as tax records and insurance policies) to ensure readiness during the season. Moultrie News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Atlantic red snapper permits were suspended after a court granted a preliminary injunction on Thursday, halting planned permits set for July 1. The state DNR said anglers may still keep up to two fish per day in state waters. WCIV
- ➤ Lowcountry beach towns are preparing for a busy Memorial Day weekend as police increase patrols for traffic control, water safety, and crowd management along the coast. Visitors on Isle of Palms are advised to plan ahead, take precautions, and avoid impaired driving during this holiday. WCIV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State agriculture and health officials ruled out food poisoning or disease as the cause for 36 first and second graders who became ill during a May 18 field trip to the Cinemark theater in Ladson; all have recovered and parents were promptly informed. The Post and Courier
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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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