Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
Good morning, Mount Pleasant.
💼 Business
Charleston businesses faced an internet outage on Sept.
30 caused by third-party fiber cuts that left hundreds without service; Saveurs du Monde Café’s owner Thierry Chateau said the disruption led to payment issues and inability to print receipts — AT&T later restored service.
🎭 Culture
Vendor James Brown will preview his famous boiled peanuts this week ahead of the Riverfront Revival Festival—curated by Darius Rucker.
He explained that his business began at Charleston RiverDogs games and will offer free samples along with his James Island Sweet Tea at his stand.
📰 Economy
A federal shutdown is in effect and puts nearly 750,000 government workers at risk of furlough as critical personnel, like TSA agents, work without pay.
Local business El Jefe is helping by offering free meals to any worker who shows a valid government ID—this support aims to ease the economic impact in the community.
🎓 Education
Christina Brown resigned as principal of Oceanside Collegiate Academy for personal reasons after nearly a decade of service, and her departure followed a strong record of student achievements.
The school board immediately selected Mike Lorenz as interim principal for the remainder of the school year—while a national search for a permanent leader will begin.
Principal Michael De Jong leads Turning Point Academy in Charleston County as he helps students overcome academic and behavioral challenges with extra support for their emotional and mental health—staff and families partner to create a safe and positive school culture.
His focused approach and celebration of small successes show his commitment to ensuring every student can recover and thrive.
🌲 Environment
Recreational shellfish season began on October 1 in South Carolina coastal waters and will run until May 15 unless severe weather or pollution forces a closure.
Licenses allow harvesters to gather up to two bushels of oysters and a half bushel of clams — maps and detailed guidelines are available from the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.
🏥 Health
On Sept. 26, employees of Motley Rice LLC, firefighters, and local residents gathered outside the firm’s Mount Pleasant office to honor those hurt by mesothelioma when the state proclaimed National Mesothelioma Awareness Day for the first time.
Attorney Andrew Patterson said the firm keeps fighting past asbestos exposure – Big John, a restored 1969 Mac fire engine, stands as a symbol of hope – as new cases continue to appear.
Lena McIlwain, a two-time breast cancer survivor, shared her journey during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to stress early detection after her 2021 diagnosis and a 2025 recurrence that led to a double mastectomy and chemotherapy.
Doctors at Roper St. Francis will hold a free mammogram screening on October 24th to help more women catch cancer early.
🏈 Sports
Bishop England High School's football team started the season 5-0 and aims to finish undefeated.
The squad scored 239 points and allowed 39 in five games+ they will face Hilton Head Island, May River, Beaufort, Bluffton and Colleton County in upcoming contests.
🎉 Mount Pleasant Events
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Shaw Revolver Live Concert
6-9 p.m. — Bohemian Bull — Family friendly — Enjoy great food and drinks while rocking out with Shaw Revolver in a vibrant atmosphere.
The Big Dill Charity Pickleball Tournament
8:00 a.m. — The Pickle Bar — $60/player — Join for a fun-filled day of pickleball and philanthropy benefitting ECCO.
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