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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Brazilian men are accused of running several LLCs that let local construction companies hide the employment of undocumented workers and laundered $74M in checks—law enforcement arrested them in Hanahan on May 21 and they now face 17 federal charges including money laundering and witness tampering. Their bond hearing is set for today. The Post and Courier
- ➤ A federal grand jury in Charleston indicted 16 people on drug and weapons charges tied to street gangs—authorities seized large amounts of cocaine, meth, fentanyl, heroin, marijuana, many pills and 12 guns—to fight crime in the area. ABC 4 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Post and Courier won 14 awards from the Society for Features Journalism, including five first-place finishes for stories on Hurricane Helene, Charleston nightlife and a deep sea mining expedition—marking its fourth time in six years leading its division. The awards contest honored top storytelling in the nation and highlights the paper’s strong local journalism. The Post and Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High schools in the Lowcountry are hosting graduation ceremonies from May 22 to May 31 at the North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center—city officials lifted the parking pass requirement to ease access. Some ceremonies took place before today while events at Academic Magnet High School at 3:00 p.m. and Military Magnet Academy at 11:30 a.m. are planned for today, with others scheduled later in May. ABC 4 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sharon Bridges, a thyroid cancer patient in Mount Pleasant who had Medicaid since 1998, was told her benefits ended on May 1 due to an error in her household information. She missed a scheduled injection and now faces life-threatening risks while awaiting a June 10 surgery + legal aid assistance to challenge the decision. My TV Charleston
- ➤ Uriah Chapman overcame a challenging childhood to complete an accelerated medical program in just three years, graduating from MUSC this past weekend—he balanced multiple jobs and tough finances along the way. He will begin his internal medicine residency in June after a mission trip to Uganda to help those in need. My TV Charleston
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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
3-6 p.m. — LO-Fi Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of music trivia while indulging in delicious slices at this popular monthly event.
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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
7:30-11 p.m. — Stones Throw Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy a lively karaoke night with great food and drinks every Tuesday.
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Salesforce Administrator Training
10 PM – 1 AM — Faber Centre — Free entry — Gain expertise in managing Salesforce applications for a bright career path.
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SHE Leads Group Networking Event with Headshots
4:30-6:30 p.m. — The Golf Club At Wescott Plantation — $50 for headshots — Connect with professional women and capture a great new image.
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Erin Kinsey Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Music Farm — $38 — Catch Erin Kinsey live in a vibrant Charleston venue with last-minute ticket options available.
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Stop Light Observations Concert
6 PM — The Windjammer — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a unique blend of blues, pop, and indie rock from this dynamic Charleston band.
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Heroes Golf Therapy Clinic
4:30-7 a.m. — The Golf Club At Wescott Plantation — Free participation — Experience therapeutic golf designed for individuals with mobility challenges.
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Jazz Combo Camp: Rhythms of the Caribbean
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Charleston Jazz Academy — $260 — Immerse in the rhythms of the Caribbean while honing jazz skills with master musicians.
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