Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
Good morning, Mount Pleasant.
🏘️ Community
The Mount Pleasant Police Department appeals for public assistance to find Claudio Tomas Avendano, last seen on November 30, 2024, at Memorial Waterfront Park.
M. Dumas and Sons teams up with The LENS Foundation to support local families with a holiday toy drive, offering donors a discount, until Dec.
20.
The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation has provided over $800,000 in grants to various nonprofits in South Carolina for supporting community welfare, environmental stewardship, and education.
Charleston County officially partners with Pet Helpers for animal intake services after its contract with Charleston Animal Society expired.
🚨 Crime
Alex Murdaugh's defense team's consolidated appeal, including for alleged jury tampering, is set to be decided by the South Carolina Supreme Court, with a decision expected in the coming months.
🎓 Education
Charleston Southern University is expanding its science and engineering building to include new facilities for its growing aeronautics program, with completion expected in summer 2025.
Graphic novels and comics are gaining popularity in schools and libraries for their significant impact on literacy and language development among children.
🏛️ Government
South Carolina's General Assembly is set to debate the Clementa C.
Pinckney Hate Crimes Act, aimed at establishing stricter hate crime laws, marking another attempt after previous efforts failed to pass the state senate.
Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie revoked a controversial sales tax intended to fund upgrades at Patriots Point, following public uproar and concerns over transparency.
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Mount Pleasant Holiday Market & Craft Show
The Mount Pleasant Holiday Market & Craft Show features locally sourced food and handcrafted gifts, alongside live entertainment and children's activities, making it a festive shopping experience for the community.
29th Annual Christmas Light Parade in Mount Pleasant
The Mount Pleasant Christmas Light Parade features brilliantly lit floats and community groups marching along West Coleman Boulevard, creating a festive atmosphere for thousands of local residents.
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