Good morning, Mount Pleasant.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare and the Community Resource Center honored community ambassador George Dais yesterday at a free health screening and food distribution event at the CRC in North Charleston—celebrating his work with local schools and health teams to boost diabetes awareness.

Mount Pleasant Towne Centre owners worry about the future of Belk and Regal Theatre spaces that have declared bankruptcy and may be replaced by a mixed-use development plan.

The scaled-back proposal — which includes 421 apartments, retail, offices and a hotel — will be reviewed by the Planning Committee on June 30 and Town Council on July 8 as community comments are invited.

Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie announced on June 23 that he will run for re-election in the upcoming November municipal election—he said his grassroots campaign will focus on direct voter engagement while he continues to restrict building permits and short-term rentals and work to improve transportation and park protections.

A heat wave is blanketing the Lowcountry with triple-digit heat indexes, and doctors say more cases of heat stroke and dehydration—including kidney stones—are being seen, especially among older residents who face higher risks.

They urge everyone to stay hydrated, watch for signs like dizziness and confusion, and use local cooling centers and online tools for updates.

Hibachi Cooking Class

5-7 p.m. — Two Blokes Brewing — Cost not specified — Learn to flip, chop, and grill while enjoying delicious food and supporting a community cause.

4th of July Fireworks Blast

6-10 p.m. — Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum — Free entry — Celebrate American independence with food trucks, live music, and a stunning fireworks display.

Friendship Speed Dating

6:30-8:30 p.m. — IVY Energetic Studio — Cost varies — Connect in a high-vibe, judgment-free zone designed for making genuine friends.

Colton Beasley Live at Eliza's

3-6 p.m. — Hotel Indigo Mount Pleasant — Free Admission — Colton Rocks the crowd at Eliza's with live music.

Sweetgrass Festival

10 AM – 3 PM — Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate the Gullah Geechee culture with music, crafts, and delicious food.