Good morning, Mount Pleasant.

890 Capital (founded in 2022) is a Mount Pleasant-based firm that connects investors with short-term real estate projects across the Southeast by raising private capital for renovations, construction, and property improvements.

The company has raised about $14 million and plans to deepen its regional expertise.

Miss Charleston Lindsay Jones will compete for the Miss South Carolina title from June 16-20 in Columbia while showcasing her innovative talent (HER Story) and commitment to community mentorship.

Supporters from around Charleston are cheering her on as she prepares to expand local programs for young women.

Trident Technical College expanded its Dental Services Clinic on the Thornley Campus on June 10, increasing operatories from 21 to 26 to serve 1,650 more patients annually.

The upgrade also raises dental hygiene enrollment from 24 to 35 students, supported by Solomon Family Dentistry.

Doctors advise pregnant women in Mount Pleasant to get their TDAP shot between 27 and 36 weeks for antibody protection against whooping cough, which is rising as vaccination rates drop.

Families are also urged to vaccinate close contacts to build a protective cocoon around newborns.

A 68-year-old gardener died after being found unresponsive at his home amid dangerously high heat index conditions in the Lowcountry.

Health officials urge residents to take frequent water breaks and rest in shade (even during moderately warm weather) to avoid heat-related illness.

Novant Health opened its 40,000 sqft Center for Women's Health at East Cooper Medical Center on June 11 in Mount Pleasant, bringing obstetrics, breast diagnostics, and other specialties together for local patients (community leaders and residents attended the ribbon cutting).

Dominic Fritton pitched a career-best outing on Thursday night at Joseph P.

Riley Jr. Park as the RiverDogs scored early to win 9-3 and extend their record winning streak to 11 games; the team now leads the Carolina League South standings by three games with six contests remaining.

University of South Carolina student Perry Taylor and Citadel student Micah Shelby Jamison will host the 2nd Annual Capalot Cones 3v3 Basketball Tournament on June 20 at Debbie Antonelli Gymnasium (the event gathers middle and high school players to honor Coach Tom's memory and raise funds for ALS research).

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.