Good morning, Mount Pleasant.

Greater Goodwill AME Church held its food truck rodeo on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 2818 N Hwy 17 in Mount Pleasant, where local food trucks, a kids zone with a jump castle, and fresh produce from Freeman Farms brought neighbors together.

Lowcountry Food Bank announced Thursday that it received a $5,000 grant from CSX Transportation — the funds will support veterans facing food insecurity along coastal South Carolina.

Coastal Community Foundation provided a $2 million impact investment to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston to support its expansion that will double capacity and eliminate the waiting list.

The House expansion—having broken ground on June 26—is expected to complete in early 2027 and will save the charity over $150,000 in interest over five years.

At his last meeting as Rotary Club of Mount Pleasant President, David Kent honored fellow Rotarians Allen Edwards and Lewis Lee with Rowing Society Awards for their work with the charity organization — Kevin Crosby was also applauded for being named Rotarian of the Year and for his efforts in recruiting new members and aiding transportation relief to Malawi.

Wawner Strategies today announced that Anne Lucas has been appointed as the new Strategic Partner, Client and Operations Lead to boost client service and operations.

Lucas brings nearly a decade of experience from senior positions at Cobble Hill + Levelwing and will work closely with founder Kat Wawner to shape the agency's future.

Charleston police arrested Ramon Enoch Ortiz after a months-long investigation uncovered social media videos of him riding a motorcycle over 140 mph, and he faces 35 charges including reckless driving, racing, and operating without valid license, registration, or insurance + endangering others.

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.