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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ North Charleston police are asking for public help to locate a missing 60-year-old woman named Nadia Bessamra — last seen on Speissegger Drive — and urge anyone with information to email the department. ABC 4 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The traveling Broadway production of Les Misérables—opening May 13 at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center—will feature acclaimed actor Lindsay Pearce in the role of Fantine. The Post and Courier
- ➤ In Marvel's latest film Thunderbolts, young Charleston actor Clayton Cooper played the childhood version of superhero Bob Reynolds—The Sentry, a role played by Lewis Pullman—and showed his growing talent. The 13-year-old actor filmed in Atlanta and said his work on an emotionally hard scene helped him learn a lot about acting. The Post and Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ During Teacher Appreciation Week, Lowcountry Dunkin—using a Dunkin Community Cruiser—delivered free coffee, doughnuts, and over $6,200 in promotional gift cards to Charleston teachers at Palmetto Scholars Academy on Wednesday and Hanahan High School on Thursday. ABC 4 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, a stationary front and low-pressure systems brought rounds of showers and isolated severe storms with damaging winds and hail across the Midlands, coast, Upstate and Lowcountry. Today, scattered thunderstorms continue while officials monitor a low-pressure system from the Gulf that will boost rainfall early next week — a change that may ease the drought. South Carolina ETV
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A man in Hanahan won $75,000 from a $3 (Red Hot Bingo) scratch-off ticket bought at Lowes Foods on Tanner Ford Boulevard and traveled to Columbia after a clerk said the prize exceeded the store payout limit; lottery officials noted the odds were 1 in 660,000. Count On 2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the City of Charleston launched a pilot parking program for hospitality workers that offers free access to 70 spots at Union Pier Lot B; businesses may apply for up to five permits beginning Monday, May 12 through May 30 with parking available starting June 1. The program also brings back the CARTA HOP route—helping workers get from the lot to downtown jobs. City of Charleston
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Charleston RiverDogs clinched their fifth straight win Thursday night by defeating the Columbia Fireflies 5-1 at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park—Theo Gillen drove in three runs while starter Ryan Andrade pitched six innings without an earned run. The teams will face each other again Friday night at 7:05 p.m. ABC 4 News
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18th Annual African American Fiber Art Exhibition
12-11 p.m. — 2500 City Hall Ln, North Charleston, SC — Free entry — Explore the rich tapestry of fiber art created by over 50 African American artists from across the U.S.
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Trivia and Food Trucks at Snafu Brewing
2-4 p.m. — Snafu Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy food trucks, trivia, and local brews while relaxing with friends and family.
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Les Miserables
8 PM – 8 PM — North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless musical masterpiece based on Victor Hugo's novel.
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Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
9:30-11 a.m. — Charleston City Market — Ticket required — Explore historic landmarks and learn about Charleston's rich history on this guided bus tour.
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Music & Movement Storytime
10:30-11 a.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a high-energy storytime with songs, stories, and dance for little ones aged 2 to 5.
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Third Thursdays Networking in Park Circle
5-7 p.m. — Holy City Brewing — Free entry — Connect with local business professionals at this casual networking event.
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Periphery Live Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — Firefly Distillery — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying performance by the Maryland-based band with a passion for food and music.
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Sam Miller Live!
8-11 p.m. — Wit’s End Comedy Lounge — General Admission — Enjoy an evening of comedy with nationally touring performer Sam Miller.
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Lowcountry Cheer Combine
9:30 a.m. — Top Cheer Talent — $75 registration — Hone your cheer skills and explore college opportunities in beautiful Charleston.
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Paws to Read
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free registration — Enhance your reading skills with a certified therapy dog listener.
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