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Monday, September 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Several events will be held across the Lowcountry to honor 9/11 victims and first responders. The US Coast Guard will host a memorial stair climb at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park at 7:30 a.m. Thursday—Steps of Honor will run at Johnson Hagood Stadium from 6–9 p.m., and other events include a run on Daniel Island, a day of service with Habitat for Humanity, and a memorial motorcycle ride starting at 11 a.m. Saturday. ABC 4 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A College of Charleston instructor, Dr. Heather Hall, died in a Lisbon streetcar derailment on Wednesday—an accident that killed 16 and injured 21 while she attended a conference. Count On 2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tess Ferm was crowned Miss America's Teen 2026 in Orlando and is the Porter-Gaud grad chosen to represent our state—she earned $58,000 in scholarships for her community service and will start her freshman year at Furman to study psychology. ABC 4 News
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Berkeley County officials propose relocating the EMS station next to the Daniel Island School and Berkeley County Library, and Councilman Jarrod Brooks said moving it off Daniel Island would nearly double response times. Some residents are split—some are worried about emergency vehicles in a busy area while others believe that better traffic coordination can ease the risks. Count On 2
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A month after historic rains caused flash flooding in Summerville, landlord Vernon Baer is rebuilding his water-damaged building—he has returned tenants’ deposits and waived rent for September and October while estimating nearly $100,000 in repair costs. Former tenant Robert Lassen is slowly recovering with help from a GoFundMe as he remains cautious about returning home. ABC 4 News
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STEM Makerspace Studio
2-4 p.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — Explore and create with high tech to low tech tools in a collaborative workspace.
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Kenny G Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Charleston Music Hall — Ticket prices starting at $99 — Enjoy a night of smooth jazz with the legendary Kenny G.
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Say Anything Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Music Farm — Tickets available — Experience the iconic sound of Say Anything live in Charleston.
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Cosmic Supreme Tour featuring John Mark McMillan
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Riviera Theater — Check event page for pricing — Enjoy an enchanting night with live music and engaging performances by John Mark McMillan and Citizens.
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The Runarounds Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — The Charleston Pour House — $15 adv / $20 DOS — Enjoy a rocking evening with The Runarounds under the stars at the Deck Stage.
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MELT Mural Festival
Time TBD — 2025 Reynolds Ave, North Charleston, SC — Free entry — Celebrate Charleston's vibrant street art and heritage at the city's first annual Mural Festival.
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Allen Stone Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Music Farm — $57-$139 — Experience an evening of soulful music with Allen Stone at Charleston's Music Farm.
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K CAMP Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Music Farm — Tickets from $54 — Catch K CAMP in a vibrant evening of hip-hop at Music Farm.
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Michigander Live Performance
8:30 – 10:00 p.m. — Music Farm — Ticket info not provided — Experience the uplifting songwriting and heartfelt storytelling of Michigander.
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The Paper Kites Concert
7:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Music Farm — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of soothing melodies from the acclaimed band since their hit albums.
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