Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of October.
Good morning, Mount Pleasant.
🏘️ Community
Alexander M. Sanders Jr., the 19th president of the College of Charleston, died Wednesday at 88.
He led the school from 1992 to 2001, served as a judge and state senator, and is survived by his daughter (Zoe).
The Lucy Beckham High School Marching Band has planned its second annual Bazaar to celebrate local talent and community partners on Nov.
7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the school track (1560 Mathis Ferry Road).
🎭 Culture
Mount Pleasant author Kathleen Fox's debut novel Evie Walters Takes the Wheel earned praise from AARP's Top Reads and Woman's World as a standout fall read + draws on her travel experiences.
Fox will lead a three-week writing workshop at the Mount Pleasant Senior Center in January.
🏛️ Government
Plans for 54 Smoke & Vape on Coleman Boulevard near Moultrie Middle School have raised concerns among parents and school leaders.
Town officials are reviewing the shop’s signage today (and may pause additional permits) as they discuss potential zoning changes.
🏈 Sports
World No. 4 Jessica Pegula, the 2025 and 2026 champion, will return at the Credit One Charleston Open from March 27 to April 4 at Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island, aiming for a historic three-peat (the first since Chris Evert).
This marks her ninth appearance in the main draw.
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