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Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 26, officers chased a U-Haul truck that later crashed near Meeting—Reid streets, leaving one person dead and seven injured as 911 audio captured the chaotic scene. The Post and Courier
- ➤ Becky Hill, the former Colleton County clerk of court, was arrested and now faces four felony charges—perjury, obstruction of justice and misconduct in office—for allegedly using her position to promote her book and mishandling bonus funds. Former Attorney General Charlie Condon said her charges are unlikely to affect Alex Murdaugh's chance for a retrial, as the jury tampering claims were not included. My TV Charleston
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ James Island artist Mary Edna Fraser enjoys the clear sound of Circular Congregational Church at 150 Meeting St and will lead her band Lime and the Coconuts in a free Music at Noon show on May 26—part of the Piccolo Spoleto Festival. The round church’s design lets every note and conversation be heard clearly by the audience. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ Hometown chef Shuai Wang of Jackrabbit Filly and King BBQ is competing on Bravo’s Top Chef in Toronto as Charleston foodies cheer him on each Thursday night. Wang said his teamwork helped him avoid a costly mistake on set—he accidentally tossed another chef’s ingredients—and his restaurants have seen a surge in visitors from across the country. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ Piccolo Spoleto Festival will begin on May 23 outside City Hall with music, speeches and special performances, as noted by director Scott Watson. The opening weekend will include the 8 p.m. Sunset Serenade with the Charleston Symphony Orchestra and a Pajama March on May 24 from 10:30 p.m. to midnight. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ Gibbes Museum of Art will open the exhibition, Picturing Freedom: Harriet Tubman and the Combahee River Raid on May 23 to show Pulitzer-winning historian Dr. Edda Fields-Black’s book about Tubman’s role in freeing 756 enslaved people during a key Civil War raid. The exhibit—guest curatored by Dr. Vanessa Thaxton-Ward and featuring local photographer J. Henry Fair—will display art, artifacts, and a video that bring South Carolina history to life. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ Veteran journalist Kevin Sack will release his book, Mother Emanuel: Two Centuries of Race, Resistance and Forgiveness in One Charleston Church, on June 3 to mark the anniversary of the 2015 Emanuel AME Church massacre. He spent 10 years gathering over 175 interviews and hundreds of documents—presenting a detailed account of Charleston’s history and its message of forgiveness. Charleston City Paper
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. McMaster spoke yesterday in North Charleston with state and local officials about preparing for hurricane season beginning June 1, urging residents to check insurance and know their evacuation zones — officials noted that as FEMA reduces its role, Charleston County will set aside funds in case federal disaster aid requirements increase. My TV Charleston
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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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Lunch @ Navy Yard CHS
7:00-9:30 a.m. — Navy Yard Charleston — Free entry — Elevate your lunch break with delicious rotating food trucks every Tuesday & Thursday.
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Gardening 101 - Pollinator Gardens
5-7 p.m. — Charleston Farms Community Center — Free entry — Learn the basics of gardening with expert tips and interactive activities focused on pollinator gardens.
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National Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition
7 AM - 8 PM — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Discover stunning outdoor sculptures at this annual exhibition in a beautiful park setting.
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Reedy River String Band Performance
6-7:30 p.m. — The Charleston Pour House — $10 — Experience the harmonies of Greenville's own Reedy River String Band in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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South Carolina Stingrays Playoff Game (Round 4 - Home Game 3)
7:59-11:59 p.m. — North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling playoff action as the Stingrays battle for victory on home ice.
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