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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ North Charleston police arrested three people during a search warrant at Charleston Lodge on Aug. 4—officers uncovered large amounts of illegal narcotics including cocaine, methamphetamine, MDMA, and fentanyl, and three firearms—and the suspects face charges for drug possession and unlawful firearm possession. ABC 4 News
- ➤ North Charleston police arrested Tony Smalls, 38, a convicted felon, Saturday after a traffic stop at the intersection of Rivers—Aviation when officers smelled marijuana and searched the car, recovering a stolen pistol for which he now faces charges for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. ABC 4 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SC Water Utilities will merge its four Lowcountry systems into one regional utility to serve 7,000 customers + cut costs and improve reliability. The company said the move will evenly share expenses and support better infrastructure investments across the area. Charleston Regional Business Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ At 11 a.m. today, officials reported that Hurricane Erin remains a strong storm and has recently intensified to Category 5. Emergency crews are monitoring its path & advising coastal residents to follow safety instructions. Live 5 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Charleston will host a public meeting on Monday, Aug. 25 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Founders Hall to present plans for new office buildings at 1660 and 1662 Ingram Road in West Ashley — residents can register to receive meeting materials if they cannot attend. City of Charleston
- ➤ The South Carolina Ports Authority celebrated Monday the final funding step of its 12-year Charleston Harbor Deepening Project as federal reimbursement of $21.28 million deepened the harbor from 45 feet to 52 feet—allowing larger ships to dock at all tides. Officials now will study the feasibility of extending a 52-foot channel to the North Charleston terminal. My TV Charleston
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Gardening 101: Fall Gardens
5-7 p.m. — Charleston Farms Community Center — Light refreshments available — Learn the basics of gardening with expert tips on fall gardens and an interactive activity.
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Family Storytime at Dorchester County Library
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — Foster early literacy through stories and interactive songs for children 5 and under.
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A Little Self-Care Goes a Long Way: Paint & Chat Edition
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fairfield Inn & Suites Charleston North/University Area — $10 off first 20 tickets with promo code Early — Unwind and express creativity while connecting with others in a fun, laid-back setting.
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Wildsound, The Polar In Between, Social Void Live
8-11:30 p.m. — LO-Fi Brewing — Refunds available until a week prior — Experience a night of captivating pop and rock performances in a lively brewery setting.
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Open Mic Comedy Night
7:30-8 p.m. — Wit’s End Comedy Lounge — $5 cover — An entertaining night of laughs where both new and seasoned comedians share their 5-minute acts.
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SC Works Charleston: Info Session
9-10 a.m. — SC Works Charleston — Free entry — Discover employment resources and opportunities in the Charleston area.
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Field Trip to Low Country Case and Millwork
11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Low Country Case and Millwork — Lunch provided — Learn about innovative millwork practices from CEO David Stasiukaitis and tour their facility.
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PUBLIK EDUCATION TRIVIA
6-8 p.m. — LO-Fi Brewing — Free entry — Test your knowledge with general trivia in a fun and relaxed setting.
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Wade Bowen Concert
8-10 p.m. — Music Farm — Tickets available — Experience Texas country music with Wade Bowen at this lively Charleston venue.
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Interstellar Echoes Tribute Concert
9 PM — The Charleston Pour House — $20 General Admission — Experience an authentic Pink Floyd tribute with stunning visuals and captivating performances.
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