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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents on Daniel Island will celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, July 3 from 4-9 p.m. at Smythe Park—featuring a golf cart parade starting at Bishop England High School, live music, food vendors, and street closures coordinated by Charleston Police for safety. The Daniel Island News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, a South Carolina Department of Natural Resources committee declared the state drought free after 10 to 15 inches of rain in the past 60 days improved water levels and returned nine counties including Charleston to normal status. The committee said it will continue to monitor conditions and reconvene in late July or early August. ABC 4 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charleston County Council passed a resolution Tuesday evening opposing offshore drilling off the coast because officials said drilling could trigger oil spills and harm beaches, wetlands — and the local tourism economy; the move follows a recent update to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s five-year plan. Charleston City Paper
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials from Dorchester County, MUSC Health and state and federal agencies will break ground on Monday at a new 6,336-square-foot primary care facility in St. George that is planned to serve local communities. Leaders (including Chair David Chinnis, Mayor Kevin Hart and MUSC Health CEO Saj Joy, M.D.) will attend the event to mark the start of the project. ABC 4 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents on Daniel Island are building backyard pools as personal retreats to beat the summer heat and avoid crowded public pools. Homeowners such as Karen Saldaña, Marge Lawson, and Katie Ross enjoy features—like heated water and a tanning shelf—that let them work, swim, and entertain outdoors. The Daniel Island News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lowcountry's first youth wheelchair basketball team, the Charleston Cruisers, will debut on June 28 at the North Charleston Sports Complex during the Shots With A Spin charity event — the game will feature modified league rules to raise funds for Adaptive Expeditions. The Post and Courier
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Gentle Yoga at the Library
11 AM – 12 PM — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free — Accessible yoga suitable for all fitness levels in a serene setting.
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Vibes and Voices: A Celebration of Jazz
2-6 p.m. — Striped Pig Distillery — Free entry — Experience a soulful celebration of jazz and R&B with live music and poetry.
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Riverfront Park Festival
June 29 - July 7 — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant festival and concert in the heart of North Charleston.
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Magnolia Plantation Admission & Tour with Transportation
10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Charleston City Market — Tickets available — Experience a guided tour of one of the South's oldest plantations with tram rides and beautiful gardens.
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Indie Music Night at LO-Fi Brewing
7-10 p.m. — LO-Fi Brewing — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant night filled with indie music and local talent.
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Pokemon Perler Beads Workshop
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — Create your own pixelated Pokémon art using colorful perler beads in a fun, hands-on activity.
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4th of July Fireworks and Festival
11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. — Mount Pleasant / Charleston KOA Holiday — Free entry — Celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks and festivities lasting all weekend long.
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Bikini Trill Live
6-7:30 p.m. — The Charleston Pour House — $15 General Admission — Experience a vibrant surf-pop trio from Los Angeles with captivating live performances.
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Yoga Session at North Charleston Library
1-2 p.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — Relax and rejuvenate with a community yoga session every Saturday in July.
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Whipper Barony Community Garden Volunteer Day
5-7 p.m. — Whipper Barony Park — Free entry — Make a difference in your community by volunteering at the local garden.
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