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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Berkeley County School District hosted an Olympic-style event for students with disabilities where roughly 1,200 to 1,500 students from (20) schools took part in activities like running through obstacles, playing hula hoops and tossing bean bags. The day built strong bonds among students, teachers and families (parents also joined in the team building). ABC 4 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jimmy Franklin King, Jr., 35 of Charleston was sentenced to 115 months in federal prison for illegally owning seven firearms—some unregistered ghost guns—after agents searched his North Charleston home and found 3D printed conversion parts. ABC 4 News
- ➤ North Charleston detectives searched for 44-year-old Marchette Chandler, a vulnerable adult last seen on February 26th on Dorchester Road near the Maxway and the old DSS building. My TV Charleston
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The S.C. Forestry Commission has issued a statewide ban on all outdoor burning—no yard debris, campfires, or bonfires are allowed because rising wildfire risk is making fires worse in Horry County. Officials will reassess conditions on Sunday to decide if the ban stays in place as crews work to control active flames. ABC 4 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction began Friday on a new roundabout in front of Johns Island Elementary School at the intersection of River and Brownswood Road, which caused periodic lane and shoulder closures on River Road. Officials advised drivers to use caution while passing through the area. Count On 2
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 300 MUSC students learned their residency spots on Match Day with 99 percent matching and nearly half planning to stay in state to help with the need for more primary care—students matched in fields like pediatrics, surgery and urology as they start their next steps. ABC 4 News
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Charleston Jazz Jam Session
A monthly gathering for musicians of all ages to perform in a welcoming environment alongside local professional players.
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The Walking Club – North Charleston
8:30-9:30 a.m. | Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch | Free entry | Enjoy a supportive walking group for all fitness levels aiming to reach health goals.
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Backflow Tester Certification Course
8 AM - 4 PM | Charleston Area Convention Center | Cost not specified | Earn CEUs while mastering backflow mechanics and testing procedures in this comprehensive certification workshop.
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Sensory Playtime for Young Children
This hands-on playtime event is designed for children ages 0 to 5 to enhance their social, science, and motor skills through interactive activities.
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Sensory Playtime for Young Children
An interactive playtime designed for children aged 0 to 5 to enhance their social, science, and motor skills through hands-on activities.
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NAW Petsmart Adoption Event
2-4 p.m. | PetSmart | Free entry | Meet adorable adoptable dogs looking for their forever homes during National Adoption Week.
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Plantasia 2025
Plant Sale! Vendors! Food Trucks! Saturday, March 29th at Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market. Open to Public 11am.
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Wrap & Bowl Factory at Snafu Brewing Co.
2-6 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company | Cost not specified | Enjoy a delicious Indo-Mediterranean fusion meal paired with craft beer from the taproom.
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CofC Orchestra Spring Concert
7:30 p.m. — College of Charleston — Ticket prices vary — Experience a delightful evening featuring a major symphony and talented soloist under the baton of Yuriy Bekker.
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Back to Work Soft Skills Training
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — SC Works Charleston — Free entry — Enhance your employability with essential soft skills training and connect at a job fair.
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Ride the Lowcountry 2025
On Saturday, April 12th, cyclists can choose from 33, 43, 65, or 100-mile routes that wind through serene marshlands, lush woodlands, and the tranquil roads of the Francis Marion National Forest. The adventure continues on Sunday, April 13th, with two bonus ride options: a 42-mile scenic road ride (with a 27-mile option) that tours downtown Charleston, crosses the Ravenel Bridge, and showcases picturesque coastal views, or a 30-mile gravel ride through the rugged beauty of Francis Marion National Forest.
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