Charleston
Morning News
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Charleston. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials announced that entries are open for the Charleston holiday parade and tree lighting, which will take place downtown on Sunday, Dec 7. The parade will start at 3 p.m. and end with the tree lighting at Marion Square at 6 p.m. The Daniel Island News
- ➤ Charleston County Elections picked finalists from nearly 150 submissions for the 2025 I Voted! Sticker Design Contest — community votes will choose three winners per grade group by Sept. 26 and the winning designs will be printed during early voting for municipal elections along with prizes like museum memberships and art certificates. This contest gives grades K-12 a chance to have their designs seen in our voting process. ABC 4 News
- ➤ The Daniel Island Property Owners’ Association said that the annual Halloween Bash and Pumpkin Walk will be held on Oct. 26 at Smythe Park from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Participants can drop off painted pumpkins between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. and wear costumes for music, food — and fun. The Daniel Island News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The folk duo DDRB, featuring Dominic DeLaney and Ricky Bolute who ride exclusively by Amtrak, stopped in Charleston on September 16 to perform two shows at Sugey’s Bar and visit the Dock Street Theater as part of their East Coast tour from South Florida. They funded the tour through a buy a mile initiative and plan to return later to perform at Music Farm. The Post and Courier
- ➤ After Saturday’s sold-out book launch of former Today Show host Hoda Kotb’s new book Jump and Find Joy, several authors will hold events this week in Charleston. The Perfect Frenzy starts at 6 p.m. today at the Library Society, Zone Rogue is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Sept 24 at Buxton Books, House of Smoke is on the agenda for 6 p.m. on Sept 25 at the Library Society, and Life with Flowers will run at 10:30 a.m. on Sept 26 at the Library Society—each event set to offer unique literary insights. Charleston City Paper
- ➤ Thirty-six years ago—Hurricane Hugo made landfall near Sullivan’s Island with winds reaching nearly 140 mph, causing severe damage and prompting local officials to order evacuations and board up City Hall; memories of the storm remind the community of the lifesaving actions taken during that historic event. Live 5 News
- ➤ Marine Corps veteran Michael Jerome Plunkett will promote his explosive debut novel Zone Rouge tomorrow at Buxton Books on King St.—the event will feature a discussion with local author Bret Lott and marks a homecoming for the 34-year-old who began writing the book at College of Charleston. Plunkett’s tour follows inspiration from his trip to Verdun and promises to share his story of war’s lasting impact and modern challenges. Charleston City Paper
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SC Ports and state agriculture partners stepped in after a major soybean processing facility closed, moving 3M bushels from Charleston between May and August. The export effort boosted shipments by 35%—helping local farmers meet rising demand. Charleston Regional Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Several Charleston-area schools and students are being honored by the American Heart Association for raising funds in the 2024-2025 Kids Heart Challenge. Mount Pleasant's Jennie Moore Elementary raised nearly $42,000 and Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary student Miles Moore raised over $4,000 — the funds help support research on heart disease and stroke. Count On 2
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ For Child Passenger Safety Week, SC safety officials are hosting car seat check events to help local families ensure their children are properly secured on each ride & learn proper installation techniques. The events will run this week to promote child safety during vehicle travel. Live 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In the Live 5 Friday Night Lights Top 10 update, Oceanside Collegiate moved back into the top 5 after a 24-20 win over Dutch Fork — while Summerville stayed at number 1 with a win over Chapin — as rankings shift ahead of Week 5. Live 5 News
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Deafheaven Concert
8:00-9:30 PM — Music Farm — Tickets from $49 — Experience a night of heavy and atmospheric music with Deafheaven in Charleston.
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Isaac Hadden Live Performance
6-7:30 p.m. — The Charleston Pour House — $15 General Admission — Experience genre-smashing guitar and high-energy jams with Isaac Hadden and special guests.
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Between The Buried And Me with Hail The Sun
6-9:30 p.m. — Music Farm — $54-$122 — Experience a night of progressive metal with Between The Buried And Me and Hail The Sun in Charleston.
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IncredibleCon
10 AM – 6 PM — Charleston Area Convention Center — Event cost not specified — Experience two days of anime excitement with stars from your favorite shows and films.
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Charleston Jazz Jam Session
5-6:30 p.m. — Charleston Jazz Academy — Free entry — A monthly opportunity for all musicians to blend, share, and enjoy jazz in a supportive environment.
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Charleston Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Charleston Marriott — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore career opportunities in Charleston.
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17th Annual Fall Conference
9 a.m. — Tides Folly Beach Resort — From $250 — Connect with the metal finishing community through discussions, exhibits, and a beach golf classic.
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Family Storytime at Dorchester County Library
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Dorchester County Library - North Charleston Branch — Free entry — Build early literacy skills through storytelling and singing fun songs.
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Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Charleston Gaillard Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a legendary night of musical storytelling with Elvis Costello's extensive catalog.
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The SteelDrivers Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Charleston Music Hall — Last-minute concert tickets available — Experience the soulful sound of The SteelDrivers in a beautiful venue.
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