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Monday, July 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High heat in the upper 90s has forced Palmetto Carriage Works to halt tours in Charleston—staff keep horses indoors and use digital tools with extra water, fans, and shade to track their temperature. The city rule stops tours when the air temperature reaches 95 degrees or the heat index goes above 110. Count On 2
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver died when his 2014 Nissan Maxima ran off Mallard Road near the Allspice Drive intersection late Saturday night around 10:20 p.m.—the vehicle hit a ditch, mailboxes, a culvert and a tree before overturning and the crash is under investigation. Count On 2
- ➤ Several fire crews battled a structure fire on Johns Island on July 26th — authorities are investigating the incident and its cause. Live 5 News
- ➤ An ambulance was involved in a head-on crash in Dorchester County that killed one person. Live 5 News
- ➤ Firefighters responded on Sunday to a structure fire near Fields Farm on River Road on Johns Island—partner agencies helped manage the incident. Count On 2
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lowcounty heat indices are expected to top 110 degrees and many residents will stay inside to avoid the heat. Locals are urged to keep cool by using fans, opening windows at night & hydrating frequently to dodge heat exhaustion. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ The Conservation Fund purchased 8,000 acres of timberland in Georgetown to support wildlife habitat, clean water, and recreation. The fund is working with the state to eventually open the land as a new state park—an effort that will protect local nature and boost economic opportunities. Charleston City Paper
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90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
9:30-11 a.m. — Charleston City Market — Ticket required — Explore Charleston's historic landmarks and enjoy views of Fort Sumter on a guided tour.
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Open Mic Comedy Night
7:30-8 p.m. — Wit’s End Comedy Lounge — Free entry — Showcase your humor or enjoy the laughs at this lively comedy night.
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Summer Candle-Making Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Tideland Brewing — $41 + fees — Get creative while making two custom soy candles in a relaxed brewery environment.
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Weekend Jam Camp
Learn to jam with others — Fri, Aug 1 – Sun, Aug 3 — Fox Music House Inc. — Registration required — Experience hands-on bluegrass instruction and join a supportive music community.
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Southbound 17 Concert
2-8 p.m. — Firefly Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy the harmony-driven tunes of Lowcountry duo Southbound 17 at a local favorite distillery.
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Trivia and Food Trucks at Snafu Brewing Company
2-4 p.m. — Snafu Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a fun trivia challenge with food trucks and local craft beers in a lively atmosphere.
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90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
9:30-11 a.m. — Charleston City Market — Book your tickets — Explore historic Charleston with guided insights and beautiful landmarks.
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Sensory Playtime for Kids
11-11:30 a.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — Engage in hands-on playtime to enhance social, science, and motor skills for children 5 and under.
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A Fireside Reckoning
7:30-10 p.m. — The Charleston Pour House — $15-$17 — Celebrate The Dead’s classic 'Reckoning' LP with a night of original music and acoustic tributes.
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Gentle Yoga at the Library
11 AM — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — Accessible yoga for all fitness levels, encouraging participants to bring their own mats.
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