Good morning, Mount Pleasant.

Southern Gates will launch its fall collection on Aug.

10 at its online store and partner retail shops, featuring signature sterling silver jewelry that blends classic Southern heritage with modern design.

William Daniel Hussey III of Mount Pleasant graduated Magna Cum Laude from the US Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point in New York, earning a BS degree, a US Armed Forces commission, and a Merchant Marine officer license after nomination by Senator Tim Scott + Congresswoman Nancy Mace.

Charleston County School District Superintendent Anita Huggins earned the highest leadership score ever recorded from teachers, receiving a historic 'Highly Effective' rating.

Teachers gave her a 3.61 out of 4.0 in every leadership area — marking a milestone that reflects strong progress in the district.

Mount Pleasant leaders will review current animal ordinances Monday to decide if changes are needed after recent abuse cases highlighted a need for stronger measures.

Law enforcement and animal care advocates will offer input & help shape new policies.

Mount Pleasant Police Chief Mark Arnold administered the oath on July 31 to two new K9 officers, Vaughn and Kee, who now work with Sgt. Gary Myers and SPO Thomas Plyler as part of the department's six-dog team (named to honor a fallen officer).

Publix is recalling its GreenWise organic blueberries and mixed berries sold in our stores after 12 people fell ill with E. coli and four were hospitalized, with officials investigating the outbreak and advising customers to return+discard the affected products.