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Mount Pleasant
Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Mount Pleasant. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mount Pleasant Towne Centre will host Play Dayz, a free monthly morning event that offers arts and crafts, face painting, balloon animals, snacks and more for children ages 10 and younger. The events will run from 10 a.m. to noon at The Oaks (across from Barnes & Noble) on the first Tuesday of each month, with dates including June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 and Sept. 2 and no advance registration required. Moultrie News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lucas Mortins, a 21-year-old man from Summerville, died at an area hospital after he was stabbed on May 25 — the Berkeley County Coroner's Office said the incident on Harbor Lake Drive in Goose Creek occurred around 6:15 a.m. and is being investigated as a homicide. The Post and Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy reported that gas prices in South Carolina held steady at $2.70 per gallon over the busy Memorial Day holiday—this rate marks the cheapest since 2021 and reflects a slight decline from both a month and a year ago. WCIV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Efforts to clear abandoned boats from the South Carolina coast continue as environmental groups like Wounded Nature Working Veterans have removed over 200 vessels, while state Rep. Thomas Hartnett Jr. estimates between 80 and 100 remain between Little River and the Savannah River — cleanup will cost around $7 million but faces funding hurdles. Tour participants, including staffers for Representative Nancy Mace and Senator Tim Scott, observed the hazardous conditions at key sites along local waterways. WCIV
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Lowcountry residents are urged to prepare financially for the busy hurricane season by making a financial first-aid kit (putting important documents in waterproof storage) and reviewing their insurance policies. They are also advised to secure a ready source of cash (to cover potential emergency expenses) and share plans with family. Moultrie News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tree clearing work along Main Road began Tuesday and will continue through Thursday—drivers are encouraged to expect delays as lane shifts guide traffic—and flaggers are on duty to ensure safety. WCBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The MUSC Weight Management Center—located at 1122 Chuck Dawley Blvd.—helps Mount Pleasant residents start weight loss plans that combine behavior modification, healthier eating, and exercise. The center offers group and one-on-one consultations with trusted experts and participates in clinical trials for new weight loss medications to ensure a tailored treatment for each patient. Moultrie News
SHOP NEWS
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Camp Invention: Discover at James B. Edwards Elementary
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — James B Edwards Elementary — $215 — An exciting STEM summer program fostering confidence and problem-solving skills for young innovators.
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Hands-on Potato Gnocchi Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Two Blokes Brewing — Cost included — Learn to make light Italian potato gnocchi from scratch, topped with gourmet sauces and served with a full meal.
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On-Site Medical Tour
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — The Palms of Mt. Pleasant — Free entry — Discover the personalized care and exceptional services offered at this senior living community.
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