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‘Loophole’ closed in Charleston’s thick plastic bag ban
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - As of Monday, the single-use plastic bag ban with an updated ban on thick plastic bags within the City of Charleston is in effect. The city and others surrounding it began looking at single-use bag laws years ago to protect the environment. Charleston’s original ordinance took effect in 2020.
Lightning strike causes home’s chimney to collapse
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A home was damaged by lightning as storms raked across the Charleston area on Monday afternoon. Charleston city officials said lightning struck a house at the corner of Hasell and Meeting streets, causing the brick chimney on the home to collapse. Bricks were scattered across the roadway, which caused the city […]
15 Quirky and Silly Facts about Charleston, South Carolina
We always love to educate and help our residents and visitors learn about the origins of our beautiful Charleston home. Here are 15 quirky and somewhat silly facts about Charleston, SC that are less commonly known:. 1. The city was briefly known as “Oyster Point”. It was named for the...
Charleston, South Carolina Businesses That Closed in May and June, 2024
Over the last 2 months, the Charleston Lowcountry area lost some very well respected businesses that will be missed, but not forgotten. Here is a look back at some of the local businesses we lost in the last 2 months:. 1. The Alley (131 Columbus St, Charleston, SC 29403), a...
Joint Base Charleston introduces new commander
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The 628th Air Base Wing at Joint Base Charleston held a change of command ceremony Monday morning, symbolizing the transfer of authority and responsibility from one commander to another. The ceremony honored Col. Michael Freeman, 628th Air Base Wing and Joint Base Charleston commander as he relinquished his command to […]
Flooding closes several downtown roads Monday afternoon
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Several roads in downtown Charleston are closed Monday afternoon due to flooding associated with heavy rainfall. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flood watch for much of the Charleston Metro through Monday evening in advance of the heavy rain from a passing cold front. The City of Charleston and Charleston […]
Charleston Co. Schools superintendent issues statement on internal investigation
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston County School District’s chief educator is speaking out about moving forward the day after results of an investigation cleared her and others of wrongdoing. Superintendent Anita Huggins released a lengthy statement Tuesday morning about the district’s 2024-2025 strategic planning and efforts to make...
North Charleston ready for area’s largest July 4 fireworks celebration at Riverfront Park
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess said it best himself: “It’s the Fourth of July, and who in America does not want to celebrate the Fourth of July.” The city is inviting people from across the Lowcountry to visit beautiful Riverfront Park on Thursday for the area’s largest fireworks show and […]
Sullivan's Island unveils Fourth of July plans: Parade, music, and fireworks
SULLIVAN'S ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — Sullivan's Island announced Tuesday the plans the town has for their upcoming Fourth of July celebrations. Rain or shine, the town will start the annual golf cart and bike parade at 8:30 a.m. which begins at Sunrise Presbyterian Church and ends at Sullivan’s Island Elementary School.
Rep. Gilliard's Project Cool Breeze distributes 100 AC units to seniors in Charleston
WEST ASHLEY, S.C. (WCIV) — An annual event to keep the community cool during the hot months — Saturday was Representative Wendell Gilliard’s Project Cool Breeze event where he gifts those 60 and older with AC units and fans. “I'm so thankful, thankful, thankful. Thank you so...
Charleston mayor reminds residents of flooding safety ahead of expected rainfall
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - City of Charleston officials are reminding residents of the best practices to be safe when or if flooding should happen. The National Weather Service issued a Flood Watch for much of the Lowcountry on Monday, and localized flooding will be likely in poor drainage and urban areas.
Here’s when you can ‘Salute from the Shore’ on July 4
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – It has quickly become an Independence Day tradition along the South Carolina coast. Military planes will fly overhead during the annual ‘Salute from the Shore’ as beachgoers from Cherry Grove down to Beaufort cheer on our military personnel on the July 4 holiday. The flyover will include beaches along the Charleston […]
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