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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Local personal injury attorney William Mullins McLeod Jr. was arrested last week for public disorderly conduct after he was seen downtown yelling in only his underwear and shoes+ police booked him at the Al Cannon Detention Center before releasing him on bond Friday. My TV Charleston
- ➤ Dorchester County deputies arrested two men near the Summerville Walmart parking lot after receiving a tip on Saturday—23-year-old Maxim Tony Iusico faced charges for trafficking methamphetamine, fentanyl and weapon possession while 48-year-old David Charles Lord Jr. was charged with trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl. ABC 4 News
- ➤ A struggle for control of a handgun between an off-duty Mount Pleasant officer and her partner ended in a domestic shooting outside the North Charleston Aquatics Center on May 18 around 2 a.m., police said, with the male partner taken to a local hospital and the officer placed on paid administrative leave (details remain under investigation). The Post and Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, Charleston tourism generated $14B in economic impact—boosting job opportunities and local tax revenue from nearly 8 million visitors. Record hotel and short-term rental stays helped support the city's growth—driving wages and solid local earnings. Charleston Regional Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Charleston County School Board approved a $1.76 billion 2025-2026 budget on Monday by an 8-1 vote that raises teacher salaries by $4,000 and gives non-teachers a 3% raise, ensuring the operating fund remains balanced without tax hikes — board members expect the budget to boost teacher retention and recruitment. ABC 4 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In May 1791, President Washington visited Charleston and was greeted with cheers, cannon fire, and toasts—each signal of a warm welcome during his week-long stay. He toured key sites like the Old Exchange and the Washington Oak—landmarks that still remind locals of his historic visit. The Post and Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Charleston's Middleton Group is redesigning Ashley Landing in West Ashley, planning to construct nine new single-story buildings that mix Lowcountry style with modern finishes. The project will add a venue for Charleston Stage and a Community Room for local government + create a central green space for a walkable village square. Charleston Regional Business Journal
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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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2 Slices Music Trivia
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Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour
10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Charleston City Market — Admission included — Explore historic Magnolia Plantation with guided tours of the house, grounds, and beautiful gardens.
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Karaoke Night at Stones Throw Tavern
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Erin Kinsey Concert
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