Sunday, April 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A church in North Charleston is giving away Easter ham or turkey to help families complete dinner. Destiny Worship Center—3625 Azalea Drive—is hosting the giveaway today at 2 p.m. until supplies run out. Count On 2
- ➤ Edisto Island celebrated the third year of its annual Paddling for Pups fundraiser — a video captured the event and its community spirit. Live 5 News
- ➤ Pet owners can now enter the 2025 Rescue Brew Contest to have their dog or cat featured on a limited-edition beer label by Commonhouse Aleworks—entries require a $20 donation and are accepted until April 25, with public voting from April 26 to May 25. A launch party with live bluegrass, pet adoptions and free beer is held today at Commonhouse Aleworks in North Charleston from noon to 3 p.m. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ The Charleston Farmers Market opened for the season yesterday at Marion Square with vendors selling fresh produce, handmade goods, and offering live entertainment. It will run on Saturdays at Marion Square and Wednesdays at Ackerman Park (West Ashley) through late fall. Count On 2
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Berkeley County Coroner's Office identified 21-year-old Dakari T. McCutchen as the passenger killed in a fatal collision in Summerville at the intersection of North Main Street and Berlin G. Myers Parkway — the crash occurred around 2:30 a.m. Saturday morning and is being investigated by local authorities. ABC 4 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, a new bookstore named The Archive opened off Shelmore Boulevard in Mount Pleasant, offering books, wine, coffee, and audiobook subscriptions. The store also provides memberships that include monthly discounts and events — a unique addition to the local scene. ABC 4 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tanya Christopher from Amorous Dance Pole and Fitness trained actor Tim Baltz in pole dancing for HBO Max’s The Righteous Gemstones—she also choreographed the practice and competition scenes—and she made a brief on-screen cameo. Count On 2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Sheriff’s Office is now giving free Narcan at its stations across Charleston County to help reverse overdoses — the medicine is available immediately to anyone in need. Officials say the free Narcan could save lives in the community. Live 5 News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday the Charleston RiverDogs won their first game of the season when they beat the Fireflies 7 to 3 and got 13 hits after scoring early. They will play Columbia again today with first pitch set for 6:05 p.m. ABC 4 News
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Charleston Minibus Tour: Historic City Highlights
Duration of the tour varies — 375 Meeting St, Charleston, SC — Check for pricing — Explore Charleston's charm while uncovering historic landmarks on a comfortable air-conditioned minibus.
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Level I Infrared Thermography Training Course
8 AM – 5 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Airport — $2,300 (discounts available) — Gain essential skills in infrared thermography for predictive maintenance applications.
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Floral Arranging for Earth Day Fundraiser
9 AM – 3 PM — Charleston Farms Community Center — Free — Help prepare beautiful arrangements for an Earth Day fundraiser to support community beautification efforts.
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Third Thursdays Networking in Park Circle
5-7 p.m. — Holy City Brewing — Free entry — Network with local business professionals in a vibrant community gathering.
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Kelly Cup Playoffs: Round 1 - Game 1
7:05-11:05 p.m. — North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — The hunt for the Kelly Cup begins with an epic battle as the Stingrays skate into the playoffs.
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The Cousin Scoop Pre-Easter Cookout
8 PM - 3 AM — 3214 Meeting Street Rd, North Charleston, SC — Free admission — Enjoy free grill food, seafood, and a best sundress contest with activities for the kids.
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Prestige Corvette Club - 2nd Annual Car, Bike, & Truck Show
4-10 p.m. — 3923 Azalea Dr, North Charleston, SC — Free entry — Experience the coolest rides, from classic cars to custom bikes and powerful trucks, at this vibrant automotive show.
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3M Paint Protection Film Installer Training
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — EPD University — $1,395.00/person — Hands-on training to master 3M Paint Protection Film installation techniques for vehicle surface protection.
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Karaoke Night at Stones Throw Tavern
7:30-11 p.m. — Stones Throw Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy a lively karaoke night with great food and drinks in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Charleston Stammtisch at Commonhouse Aleworks
11:30 a.m. — Commonhouse Aleworks — Members Free, Non-Members $20 — Network with the German American business community while enjoying light appetizers and drinks.
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