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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athletes in the Credit One Charleston Open spent time with young patients at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital in the Zucker Family Atrium on Tuesday by signing tennis balls for visitors—MUSC said the event was part of the tournament’s community outreach efforts to bring moments of joy to children facing health challenges. Count On 2
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On March 21, 14-year-old Miller Gardner, a Summerville student and son of former College of Charleston and New York Yankees player Brett Gardner, died in Costa Rica after tests in his resort room detected dangerously high carbon monoxide levels — investigators now focus on carbon monoxide poisoning as the likely cause. The Post and Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SHL Medical opened a new 360,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in North Charleston today with a $220 million investment that created 300 jobs. The facility produces advanced autoinjectors for treating obesity, autoimmune disorders, and rare diseases and is on track to support delivering 1.5 billion devices by 2025. Charleston Regional Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 44-year-old man was arrested by Charleston police on April 1 for murder following a Saturday evening incident at the MAA Westchase apartment complex in West Ashley where officers responded to a welfare check on March 29 and found an unidentified individual dead from a violent assault—detectives confirmed that he and the victim were in a relationship. ABC 4 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hyundai Motor Group opened its Metaplant America on March 26 near Savannah with a $12.6B investment to build Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles, and S.C. Ports President Barbara Melvin said Charleston's port could win new export work from the plant, which is 37 miles from Hardeeville—highlighting a chance for regional trade growth. Charleston Regional Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Charleston is planning its first skate park to replace the J.V. Morris Playground — Mayor Reggie Burgess confirmed Monday after the council approved funding. A Florida design and building company will be awarded a nearly $1.2 million contract to build the park while the council will vote on its design in mid-April. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ The City of Charleston began closing roads for Phase IV of the Low Battery Seawall Repair Project, affecting Murray Boulevard from King Street to South Battery Street for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. Construction will continue until April next year—while the city plans to reopen the intersection of King and Murray before the project is finished. ABC 4 News
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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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Kelsea Ballerini Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of chart-topping country hits from the talented Kelsea Ballerini.
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Spring Squaredance
6-9 p.m. — LO-Fi Brewing — $5 kids, $10 adults — Enjoy a lively night of square dancing with a live band and caller.
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NIGHTLY ON TOUR: Brooke Alexx Live
8 PM – 12 AM — Music Farm — Cost information not provided — Experience an evening of candid music reflecting the highs and lows of twenty-something life.
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