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Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is a major American suburb of Charleston, South Carolina. It is the fourth largest municipality in South Carolina and the largest town in the LowCountry, and it has been one of the state's fastest-growing areas for several years, more than doubling in population between 1990 and 2000.
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Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar
Carmella's Cafe and Dessert Bar, located in the center of downtown Charleston, combines generationally tested culinary cuisine with a regional flair. We feature an ever-changing selection of desserts, gelato, and sorbet, as well as fresh, organic coffees, sandwiches, wine, beer, and drinks.
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Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens (464 acres, 187.77 hectares) is a historic mansion and gardens on the Ashley River, located at 3550 Ashley River Road west of Ashley, Charleston County, South Carolina. It is one of the South's oldest plantations and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
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CHARLESTON NEWS
Charleston Real Estate Market Sees Mixed Trends
Charleston, October 27, 2025 News Summary The Charleston real estate market is experiencing significant fluctuations with median home prices in West Ashley at $550,000 and a 14% increase in home sales...
Ghost Hunter Experience Tour Haunts Downtown Charleston
Charleston, October 27, 2025 News Summary The Ghost Hunter Experience tour in downtown Charleston offered a thrilling blend of history and the supernatural, as participants explored ghost stories spanning over 300...
North Charleston Police Arrest Third Suspect in Prostitution Case
North Charleston, October 26, 2025 News Summary The North Charleston Police Department has arrested Christine Wallace, 56, as the third suspect in a case involving the alleged sexual assault and prostitution...
MUSC Hosts 4th Annual Breast Cancer Survivors Expo
Charleston, SC, October 26, 2025 News Summary The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) recently hosted its 4th Annual Breast Cancer Survivors Expo, connecting survivors with valuable resources to enhance their...
Charleston Southern Buccaneers Secure Nail-Biting Win Over Eastern Illinois
Charleston SC, October 26, 2025 News Summary In a thrilling showdown, the Charleston Southern Buccaneers pulled off a last-minute victory against Eastern Illinois, scoring 14 points in the final six minutes...
Investigation Continues into the Unsolved Murder of 5-Year-Old Allison Griffor
Charleston County, October 26, 2025 News Summary Fourteen years after the tragic shooting death of 5-year-old Allison Griffor, the case remains unsolved despite ongoing investigations and various identified persons of interest....
UNC Asheville Volleyball Team Faces Defeat in Charleston
Charleston, S.C., October 26, 2025 News Summary The UNC Asheville volleyball team experienced a challenging loss against Charleston Southern, dropping the match in straight sets. Despite the defeat, setter Payton Rolfsen...
Couple Rescues Struggling Raccoon in Charleston’s Battery
Charleston, SC, October 25, 2025 News Summary During a morning stroll in The Battery, a couple discovered a raccoon struggling in the water. They, along with a passerby, devised a rescue...
North Charleston Mayor Participates in ‘Principal for the Day’ Initiative
North Charleston, October 25, 2025 News Summary North Charleston’s Mayor Reggie Burgess took part in the Dorchester School District Two’s ‘Principal for the Day’ event at Fort Dorchester High School. Superintendent...
CHARLESTON SC SCHOOL NEWS
Charleston County School District Launches Tutoring Program
Charleston, South Carolina, September 24, 2025 News Summary The Charleston County School District is launching a High-Intensity Tutoring program aimed at enhancing student test scores in reading and math. The initiative...
Charleston County School District Achieves AA+ Credit Rating
Charleston, SC, September 17, 2025 News Summary The Charleston County School District has received an AA+ credit rating from S&P Global Ratings, making it one of only two districts in South...
Charleston County School District Upgraded to AA+ Credit Rating
Charleston, South Carolina, September 17, 2025 News Summary The Charleston County School District has achieved a significant upgrade in its long-term general obligation bond rating from S&P Global Ratings, moving from...
Charleston County School District Protests Mask Mandate
Charleston County, September 10, 2025 News Summary The Charleston County School District faces protests over its mandatory mask policy, which requires all students and staff to wear masks amidst the pandemic....
Dr. Millicent Brown Reflects on School Desegregation in Charleston
Charleston, September 10, 2025 News Summary Dr. Millicent Brown, a pioneer in school desegregation, shares her experiences integrating Charleston County Public Schools in the 1960s. Growing up in an activist household,...
Charleston Schools Launch New Literacy Training Initiative
Charleston, September 3, 2025 News Summary Charleston County’s Matilda Dunston and Ladson Elementary schools are partnering with the Lowcountry Literacy Project to enhance literacy through a new teacher training initiative. This...
Charleston County School District Enhances Support for Multilingual Learners
Charleston County, September 3, 2025 News Summary In response to the attendance challenges faced by multilingual learners, the Charleston County School District is expanding its support services. The initiative aims to...
Charleston County School District Launches Elevation Schools Initiative
Charleston, September 3, 2025 News Summary The Charleston County School District has initiated the Elevation Schools initiative to support 14 elementary schools starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. Aiming to assist...
Charleston County Schools Enhance Security Measures
Charleston, South Carolina, August 27, 2025 News Summary Charleston County School District is implementing new security measures for the coming school year, including random screenings in middle schools and panic button...
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON NEWS
UNC Asheville and Youngstown State Women’s Golf Teams Begin Season at Tiger Classic
Clemson, South Carolina, September 24, 2025 News Summary The UNC Asheville and Youngstown State women’s golf teams are set to start their season at the Tiger Classic in Clemson, South Carolina....
NC State Women’s Golf Team Opens Season at Cougar Classic
Hanahan, South Carolina, September 24, 2025 News Summary The NC State women’s golf team kicked off their season at the Cougar Classic, showcasing strong performances. Marie Eline Madsen won individual honors,...
Community Meeting Held for Coming Street Commons Project
Charleston, September 24, 2025 News Summary The College of Charleston hosted a community meeting to discuss the Coming Street Commons project, which aims to build student dormitories on a historic burial...
Tragic Loss of Educator Dr. Heather Hall in Portugal Crash
Lisbon, Portugal, September 24, 2025 News Summary Dr. Heather Hall, a respected faculty member at the College of Charleston, was among 16 fatalities in a cable railway crash in Lisbon, Portugal....
Howard University Women’s Basketball Team Reveals Schedule
Washington, D.C., September 17, 2025 News Summary The Howard University women’s basketball team has unveiled their new schedule, featuring thrilling rivalries and tough matchups against prominent teams. Coming off a historic...
Youngstown State Volleyball Team Defeats Quinnipiac
Charleston, S.C., September 17, 2025 News Summary In a thrilling match at the College of Charleston, Youngstown State University’s volleyball team secured a 3-2 victory over Quinnipiac. After trailing 2-1, the...
Jenéa Knight Named Big South Women’s Soccer Offensive Player
Charleston, September 17, 2025 News Summary Charleston Southern’s Jenéa Knight has been recognized as the Big South Women’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week following her impressive performance against The Citadel....
Tragic Streetcar Derailment in Lisbon Claims Lives
Lisbon, September 17, 2025 News Summary A devastating streetcar derailment in Lisbon, Portugal, resulted in the deaths of 16 people, including Dr. Heather Hall, an educator from the College of Charleston....
College of Charleston Volleyball Triumphs at Steve Baumrind Invitational
Charleston, South Carolina, September 17, 2025 News Summary The College of Charleston women’s volleyball team achieved a remarkable feat at the Steve Baumrind Invitational by winning both matches against Youngstown State...
SOUTH CAROLINA NEWS
Volvo Expands Production in South Carolina
News Summary Volvo Cars is set to expand its Ridgeville, South Carolina facility by introducing a new hybrid model for the U.S. market by 2030. This expansion includes relocating the...
Galeana Automotive Group Exits Florida and South Carolina Markets
News Summary The Galeana Automotive Group has sold three dealerships in Florida and South Carolina, marking its exit from these markets. The transaction includes Galeana Kia and Galeana Chrysler-Dodge-Ram-Fiat in...
Turkish Airlines Orders 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners
News Summary Turkish Airlines has placed a landmark order with Boeing for 75 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, marking its largest order for widebody aircraft. The deal includes 35 units of the...
MUSC Health Breaks Ground on New Indian Land Hospital
News Summary MUSC Health has begun construction on a $300 million medical complex in Indian Land, marking the area’s first hospital. The facility will include advanced care services like kidney...
Launch of SCBIZ Unifies South Carolina Business Media
News Summary South Carolina’s business media is set to be transformed with the launch of SCBIZ, a unified platform aimed at consolidating business news and insights across the state. Evolving...
Georgia Ranked Top State for Business for Twelfth Year
News Summary Georgia has been recognized as the top state for business for the twelfth consecutive year, as reported by Area Development magazine. Key factors contributing to this achievement include...
Magnetic South Brewery to Close Judson Mill Location
News Summary Magnetic South Brewery in Judson Mill, Greenville, will close on September 28. Despite this, their downtown Anderson location will continue to serve customers. The closure reflects challenges in...
South Carolina Business News Transitions to SCBIZ
News Summary SC Biz News has rebranded to SCBIZ, establishing a unified platform to enhance the accessibility of business news across South Carolina. With over 20 years of service in...
South Carolina Hosts Inaugural We Mean Business Conference
News Summary The We Mean Business organization is set to hold its inaugural conference at the Wild Dunes Resort in Isle of Palms, South Carolina. Designed for married and family...
NATIONAL/US NEWS
Scholars Explore Parallels Between Current Politics and 1850s
News Summary As political turmoil echoes historical events, scholars draw unsettling parallels between today’s climate and the pre-Civil War era of the 1850s. Recent discussions at the University of Texas...
Jimmy Kimmel’s Show Returns to ABC After Suspension
News Summary After a week-long suspension due to controversial remarks made by Jimmy Kimmel, his show is back on ABC. The suspension was caused by comments related to the assassination...
Republican Leaders Continue Campus Tour Amid Tragedy
News Summary Following the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk in Utah, Republican leaders are reaffirming their commitment to continue his national campus tour. Erika Kirk, now the CEO of Turning...
Republican Lawmakers Propose Commemorative Coins Honoring Charlie Kirk
News Summary In a surprising initiative, two Republican lawmakers proposed a bill to mint 400,000 silver dollar coins featuring the image of the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The coins...
Educators Challenge Terminations Over Social Media Posts
News Summary A wave of legal actions is ongoing as educators sue their institutions following terminations linked to social media posts about the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Cases involve a...
Tim Allen’s Journey of Forgiveness Inspired by Erika Kirk
News Summary In a profound act of forgiveness, Tim Allen publicly forgave the man who killed his father after being inspired by Erika Kirk’s eulogy for her late husband Charlie....
Anchorage Community Unites for Prayer Vigil in Memory of Activist
News Summary A heartfelt prayer vigil was held at the University of Alaska Anchorage to honor the memory of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Nearly 1,000 attendees, including Republican leaders...
Massive Crowd Anticipated for Memorial in Glendale
News Summary A monumental memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk is scheduled to take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Expected to exceed 100,000 attendees, the event will...
Political Fallout and Speculation Surrounds Kirk’s Assassination
News Summary The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during an event in Utah has ignited a political firestorm. Speculation grows about the shooter, Tyler Robinson, and his alleged connections...
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