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Sunday, April 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ruby Sunshine on Savannah Highway in West Ashley will host its first small business expo on May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—the event will feature local sellers with handmade goods, lifestyle brands and wellness services, and offers free parking and entry. Count On 2
- ➤ Over 400 racers took part in the 10th annual Race4Wanza Doughnut Dash 5K early Saturday morning in Charleston to honor Tywanza Sanders, a victim of the 2015 Mother Emanuel AME Church tragedy, while organizers like Dominique Gray said the race turns deep loss into a celebration of his life — marking a victory for the community. ABC 4 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 25 in Charleston County, a box truck struck a pedestrian near Charles Towne Landing and minutes later a vehicle hit a bicyclist near Eagle Drive—both victims died at the scenes and police are investigating. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Charleston police investigated a fatal collision downtown Saturday evening on Meeting Street near Mary Street—Meeting Street between Mary and Spring Streets was closed as officers worked the scene—while details remain under review. Count On 2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the Most Rev. Jacques Fabre-Jeune blessed Mepkin Abbey’s new Meditation Garden of Truth and Reconciliation, honoring enslaved Africans buried near the Laurens family cemetery—possibly including George Laurens. More than 80 people attended the ceremony, which ended with the singing of Lift Every Voice and Sing as community leaders acknowledged a challenging past. Charleston City Paper
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At James Island County Park Saturday morning, survivors, friends and caregivers walked in the PanCAN Purple Stride and raised over $160,000, beating their goal to fund free patient services, molecular testing and research. The funds will support personalized treatment recommendations and new treatment research — top fundraisers were recognized by emcee Rob Fowler. Count On 2
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Charleston RiverDogs lost 8–1 to the Fredericksburg Nationals on Friday night in Virginia—four unearned runs in a disastrous sixth inning leveled the series to 2–2. ABC 4 News
- ➤ The Charleston Battery signed 29-year-old forward Rubio Rubin on Thursday—he played for Real Salt Lake and FC Utrecht and now represents Guatemala internationally. He said he joined the team to help win and he could debut Saturday in the USL Jägermeister Cup. ABC 4 News
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Automotive Window Film Training
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — EPD University — $1,295.00/person — Gain hands-on skills for automotive window film installation in this comprehensive two-day course.
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Bridges Prep Girls Varsity Soccer Match
6-7:45 p.m. — Academic Magnet High School — Free entry — Cheer on the Academic Magnet and Bridges Prep teams in an exciting non-conference soccer match.
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Open Mic Comedy Night
7:30-8:00 p.m. — Wit’s End Comedy Lounge — Free entry — Showcase your humor or enjoy a night of laughs at this lively comedy event.
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Querri.ai Launch Party
Come join us as the we celebrate a major , exciting update to our data analytics platform. The Harbor Entrepreneur Center is right off Mathis Ferry Rd.
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Adrenaline Dance Festival
11 AM - 7 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Airport Hotel & Convention Center — $192 room rate — Celebrate dance with workshops and performances at this exciting festival.
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Cody Johnson Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Credit One Stadium — Tickets available — Experience Cody Johnson's explosive live performance in Charleston.
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Pre Mother's Day Southern Soul & RNB Fest
8 p.m. — 3214 Meeting St, North Charleston, SC — $30+ — Celebrate pre-Mothers' Day with a night of R&B and Southern Soul tunes featuring top DJs and a Steppaz contest.
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National Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition
7 AM – 8 PM — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Experience stunning outdoor art at the nineteenth annual sculpture exhibition featuring unique installations.
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Little Scientists: Painting Gears Workshop
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Registration required starting 4/21 — A creative workshop for ages 3 to 5 focusing on fine motor skills and problem solving through painting.
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Floral Arranging for Farmers Market Fundraiser
9 AM – 3 PM — Charleston Farms Community Center — Free entry — Participate in arranging beautiful flowers for the upcoming Earth Day fundraiser.
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