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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Water Mission, a nonprofit building safe water solutions, will hold its annual Walk for Water today at Riverfront Park in North Charleston starting at 8 a.m. — the walk begins at 9 a.m. as thousands gather to raise funds and awareness for clean water while food trucks, live music, and interactive activities add to the event. Count On 2
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Romell President, the son of Quinn Pierre Connor, filed a wrongful death lawsuit on March 27 against Charleston County jail staff and the sheriff's office, alleging that staff failed to check on his father after he ingested fentanyl in his cell on Oct. 23, 2023. Connor died at about 12:15 p.m. after inmates and medical staff could not revive him (an autopsy reported acute fentanyl toxicity and the coroner ruled the death accidental). The Post and Courier
- ➤ Aubrey Dupree Tucker (40) was sentenced to life in prison without parole by Judge Dale Van Slambrook for the June 9 murder of his then-girlfriend in Goose Creek after a four-day trial. My TV Charleston
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charleston County has launched the Local Housing Trust Fund to boost affordable housing by providing below-market loans to developers and organizations for new or preserved workforce housing—applications will open in May and the fund is supported by the local Accommodations Tax. My TV Charleston
- ➤ Dominion Energy will close a lane on Cosgrove Bridge for scheduled maintenance and natural gas line inspection on April 12 and 13 — traffic will be merged into center and left lanes from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day and Interstate 26 exits remain open. Motorists should use caution while driving through the area. My TV Charleston
- ➤ A state Senate bill will go to the House to lower liquor liability insurance minimums that have forced some downtown Charleston businesses to close because high costs made operations unsustainable. Senate Bill 244 would reduce requirements to $500,000 for bars and $300,000 for veteran clubs — a change business owners say will ease their financial challenges. My TV Charleston
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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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The Walking Club – North Charleston
8:30-9:30 a.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free — Enjoy a morning walk and work towards your fitness goals with community support.
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Drop-in Writing Sessions
3-5 p.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — A sanctuary for writers to focus on their Camp Nanowrimo project.
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Florida Man Concert
9-11:59 p.m. — The Royal American — $10 — Enjoy a night filled with the energetic performances of Florida Man, Mids, and Pure Pleasure.
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2025 Cooper River Bridge Run Volunteer Opportunity
12 PM — Charleston Area Convention Center — Free entry — Help out at one of Charleston's most celebrated community events by volunteering at the Cooper River Bridge Run.
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Talib Kweli Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Music Farm — Ticketed event — Experience legendary hip-hop artist Talib Kweli live with special guests.
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Bishop England vs. Academic Magnet Lacrosse Game
5:30 – 6:45 p.m. — Academic Magnet High School — Free entry — Watch the Academic Magnet varsity lacrosse team battle it out against Bishop England in this exciting home game.
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Perfecting Negotiations Workshop
6-10 p.m. — 5006 Wetland Crossing Rd, North Charleston, SC — $75 for CTAR Members, $90 for Non-Members, $45 with Gold Card — Enhance your negotiation skills crucial for real estate professionals and improve your client communication.
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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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