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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ North Charleston police arrested three suspects—Devontay McNeil, Sentel McNeil, and Sean Ellison—after a shooting on Raddison Lane on Monday at 2:30 p.m., with two people injured and taken to a local hospital for non-life-threatening treatment while the suspects face charges including attempted murder and assault and battery. Count On 2
- ➤ Russell Laffitte, the former Hampton banker and alleged co-conspirator with convicted killer Alex Murdaugh, pleaded guilty on Monday to six federal charges of bank and wire fraud—he will serve a five-year sentence after crediting 13 months in prison—evidence showed he and Murdaugh misappropriated $3.7 million from legal clients. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ Former deputy Emily Pelletier faced trial on April 15 for three counts of reckless homicide after a 2022 incident on Savannah Highway in which she allegedly sped through a stop sign while responding to a stalled vehicle call that resulted in the death of three women—prosecutors say the crash occurred on a dark, rural road. The Post and Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MUSC will begin planning and building a new comprehensive cancer hospital in Charleston—located on the site where the Rutledge Tower annex, energy plant and parking currently stand—while a new medical office building at 334 Calhoun Street is set to finish in 2028; the project will benefit from $15M in funds approved by South Carolina legislators and MUSC's board, and the hospital is expected to complete in 2030. Charleston Regional Business Journal
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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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World Ballet Company - The Great Gatsby
7-8:30 p.m. — North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the glitz of the Gilded Age in this captivating ballet adaptation of Fitzgerald's classic novel.
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Goldie Boutilier with Easy Honey
9-11 p.m. — Music Farm — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Goldie Boutilier and Easy Honey.
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North Charleston Pops: Star Wars Music Celebration
7:30-9 p.m. — North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Celebrate the epic music of Star Wars in a thrilling concert experience for fans of all ages.
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