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Thursday, August 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, local supporters gathered at Folly Beach County Park to watch five rehabilitated Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles released back into the ocean—each had been injured by fishing gear and treated at the South Carolina Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Care Center, which said it had released nearly 500 turtles so far. The event highlighted strong community support for sea turtle conservation. ABC 4 News
- ➤ News 2 joined Ronald McDonald House Charities for the 'Order Up for Change' fundraiser at a McDonald’s on Spring Street on Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. — Twenty percent of sales went to support families at the House while donations of essential items earned customers a free small fry—live reports were provided at 4 p.m., 5 p.m., and 6 p.m. Count On 2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charleston has many shows, art exhibits and outdoor events planned from today to Sept. 3. Local venues like Pour House and Music Farm host live music and comedy with ticket prices ranging from free to modest costs (details vary by event). The Post and Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Berkeley County officials have finalized a plan to build a single-lane roundabout at the busy Daniel Island intersection — construction will begin mid-2026 to ease congestion and reduce delays after 24 crashes since 2018. Daniel Island will also see nearly 50 roads resurfaced as development nears full capacity and local officials strengthen measures on e-bikes, police response and mosquito control. The Daniel Island News
- ➤ Local healthcare strategist Sarah Spangler withdrew from the Charleston City Council District 6 race on Wednesday—citing personal circumstances that prevented her full campaign commitment—and said she will shift her focus to building a nonprofit aimed at keeping homes safe while planning to return in 2029. ABC 4 News
- ➤ Governor Henry McMaster announced that South Carolina will allocate over $29 million to place full-time armed school resource officers in every public school—current recruitment efforts aim to fill nearly 100 vacancies. ABC 4 News
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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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Charleston Jazz Jam Session
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Charleston Jazz Academy — Free entry — A welcoming monthly jam for musicians of all ages to collaborate and celebrate jazz.
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Blink 182 Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Credit One Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy vibe of one of the biggest rock bands of the 21st century.
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SC Works Charleston: Info Sessions
9–10 a.m. — SC Works Charleston — Free entry — Explore job opportunities and resources available in the local area.
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International Fly Fishing Film Festival
7:30-9 p.m. — Charleston Music Hall — Resale tickets available — Dive into a reel of thrilling fly fishing adventures on the big screen.
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Maya De Vitry Live Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — The Charleston Pour House — $10 — Experience the magnetic voice of Nashville's Maya De Vitry, blending folk, indie rock, and Americana.
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Hair Extensions Certification Course
10 AM – 4 PM — Regus - Charleston - Faber Center — $2,500 — Get certified in five hair extension techniques and start your journey towards becoming a Beauty Boss.
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Black Jacket Symphony Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Charleston Music Hall — Check for ticket costs — Experience classic albums like never before with amazing recreations by top musicians.
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Whipper Barony Community Garden Volunteer Event
5-7 p.m. — Whipper Barony Park — Free entry — Help maintain the community garden and beautify North Charleston one month at a time.
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