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A gas leak caused by a struck underground line closed the inbound lanes of Savannah Highway near East Bay Deli on the West Ashley side of the Ashley River Bridge as emergency crews worked to contain the leak and police maintained a heavy presence.

Juiced Fuel Charleston announced today it has delivered over one million gallons of fuel to local fleets, marinas, and businesses across the Lowcountry, showing strong demand for mobile fueling service.

The company said it will expand its fleet fueling programs in 2026 + add new service routes to boost efficiency.

Horse Spot has expanded its operations in Charleston County, creating 11 new jobs that are now online & based at 997 Morrison Drive.

The equestrian tech firm will support more competitions across the Carolinas.

Horse Spot announced yesterday that it will expand its operations in Charleston County — the plan will add 11 new jobs to support local equestrian competitions.

Charleston County School District launched Payactiv to let employees access a portion of their earned wages before payday (172 employees have already enrolled and accessed over $89,000) to boost financial wellness.

Charleston County School District earned a $12,000 grant from Action For Healthy Kids to expand flag football and physical education programs, and the district will use the award for technical assistance and training to boost active learning environments.

Dawn Staley and A'ja Wilson were named to TIME’s inaugural 100 Most Influential People in Sports list — an honor that places the two Gamecock greats among leading figures in sports, alongside Yankees slugger Aaron Judge who once played for Charleston RiverDogs.

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans

5:30-7 p.m. — Coastal Crust — Free entry — Discover a captivating story about life, letters, and the power of connection through literature.

Firecracker 4 Mile

7:30 a.m. — Laurel Hill County Park — $35.00 Race Fee — Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 4-mile run followed by music, food, and festivities.