Friday, January 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Charleston initiates construction of a $90 million pedestrian and bike bridge over the Ashley River to enhance city connectivity and access to the Medical District. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ Charleston has initiated construction on the $74 million Ashley River Crossing, a pedestrian and bicycle bridge designed to enhance connectivity between West Ashley and downtown Charleston, slated for completion in June 2027. Charleston Regional Business Journal
- ➤ Restaurant Week begins in South Carolina, featuring hundreds of local restaurants with special menus to boost business and community engagement. ABC 4 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Barbara E. Scott, 58, faces attempted murder and related charges for a 2023 shooting in Ladson, S.C., with her bond set at $200,000. My TV Charleston
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charleston Restaurant Week ignites excitement with a showcase of local Southern comfort food and unique culinary traditions, highlighted by a trivia on iconic Charleston dishes. The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charleston County Emergency Management Director, Justin Pierce, was appointed to FEMA’s National Advisory Council to enhance nationwide emergency preparedness and response. Count On 2
SHOP NEWS
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Secrets of the Swamp: Discover the Bottomland Hardwood Forest
Explore the unique ecosystem of a bottomland hardwood forest with a trained naturalist, focusing on the plants and animals that thrive in this environment.
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Open Mic Comedy Night at Wit’s End
This weekly open mic comedy event invites performers to showcase their talent for a friendly audience, offering 5 minutes of stage time for each participant.
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Information Session at Compass Collegiate Academy
Compass Collegiate Academy is hosting an information session to provide details about their public, tuition-free charter school options in Charleston.
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Gardening 101 Workshop
This workshop offers an introduction to essential gardening skills aimed at helping community members cultivate successful gardens.
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Basic Vinyl Wrap Film Installation Course
This one-day hands-on training course teaches basic techniques for applying 3M Wrap Film Series 2080, including installation on various vehicle surfaces.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience the music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a captivating candlelit setting at the historic Unitarian Church in Charleston.
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Super Smash Bros Tournament for Ages 8-15 in North Charleston
Compete in a Super Smash Bros Tournament at the North Charleston Library, where first place wins a prize.
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Bored Teachers Comedy Tour
A comedic performance featuring educators from the viral sensation Bored Teachers, delivering classroom-themed humor live on stage.
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Hands-on 3M Paint Protection Film Installer Training Course
This two-day training course provides hands-on experience in installing 3M Paint Protection Film, aimed at enhancing vehicle surface protection skills.
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Woodland Boys JV Basketball Game at Academic Magnet
The woodland boys junior varsity basketball team will compete against the Academic Magnet varsity team in a home conference match.
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