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Morning News
Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Charleston County plans to address safety concerns at the Maybank Highway and Riverland Drive intersection, amid reports of frequent accidents and traffic hazards. ABC 4 News
- ➤ Daniel Island residents have the opportunity to receive free tickets for the Credit One Charleston Open tennis tournament during the MUSC Family Weekend, with a limit of four tickets per person. The Daniel Island News
- ➤ Local 616, a beloved Charleston dive bar, closed its doors after 12 years, marking the end of an era for the community that called it home. The Post and Courier
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 33rd annual Sea & Sand Festival at Folly Beach will feature family-friendly events including Salty Saturday and a sand sculpture competition in February. ABC 4 News
- ➤ A movement to map and maintain Charleston's Black burial grounds, including over 200 documented sites, is gaining momentum, reflecting a commitment to honor the history and contributions of the city's Black ancestors. The Post and Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Charleston Southern University contributes $235.7 million annually to South Carolina's economy through job creation, student and visitor spending, and capital investments. ABC 4 News
- ➤ Gas prices in South Carolina have decreased to an average of $2.77 per gallon, contrasting with a national increase attributed to West Coast refinery issues. ABC 4 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Medical University of South Carolina introduced a new educational hub in Charleston to increase nursing student enrollment by 40 annually, featuring advanced simulation labs and technology for enhanced learning. Charleston Regional Business Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MUSC becomes the first in the U.S. to conduct a pioneering cochlear implant trial, showcasing advancements in hearing loss treatment. Live 5 News
SHOP NEWS
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Open Mic Comedy Night at Wit’s End
Open Mic Comedy Night offers a platform for comedians to showcase their talents with a supportive audience in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Charleston Girl Gameday Monthly Meetup
The Girl Gameday Meetup is a social club event aimed at bringing together female sports fans in North Charleston for games and sports activities.
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CARLS + GODS Live Concert
Catch the live performance of CARLS GODS at LO-Fi Brewing, showcasing an engaging rock concert experience.
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Love Supreme
Are you a hopeless romantic? Join the Charleston Jazz Orchestra and director Robert Lewis for an evening of timeless love songs as they present Love Supreme, a beautifully curated selection of jazz standards arranged in the full splendor of the big band sound featuring the vocal talents of Heather Rice & Tommy Brown Jr.
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Sunday Oyster Roast at Firefly Distillery
Firefly Distillery hosts ticketed oyster roasts every Sunday from November through March on their five-acre field next to Noisette Creek.
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Paws to Read at the North Charleston Library
Children can practice their reading skills with a certified therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs at the Dorchester County Library.
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4-Day Project Management Training in Charleston, SC
This in-person training program offers extensive Project Management education over four days at Faber Centre in North Charleston.
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Charleston Southern Women's Tennis vs North Florida
This event features a collegiate women's tennis match between Charleston Southern University and North Florida.
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Third Thursdays Networking Event at Holy City Brewing
This event provides an opportunity for business professionals in the Charleston area to network and connect with one another.
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The Psycodelics Movie Screening and Release Celebration
The event features a screening of 'The Psycodelics The Movie', followed by a live performance from The 'Delics and music by DJ Gelli to celebrate the band's debut single release.
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