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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

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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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.

    Mon, 1/13/25

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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.

    Tue, 1/14/25

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  • Gardening 101 Workshop

    This workshop offers an introduction to essential gardening skills aimed at helping community members cultivate successful gardens.

    Wed, 1/15/25

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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.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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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.

    Sun, 1/19/25

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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.

    Mon, 1/20/25

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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.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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