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News 4 teams up with award-winning nonprofit for financial literacy segment
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — News 4's "Minding Money Matters" bi-weekly segment is in partnership with Increasing H.O.P.E. Financial Literacy Center. Its founder, Dorothea Bernique is a 2023 local Jefferson Award Winner, and Increasing H.O.P.E. is Charleston Chamber of Commerce's 2024 Non-Profit of the Year. In this week's sit-down,...
Yappy Hour: It’s a Pooch-Friendly Party at James Island County Park Dog Park!
Wrap up the summer in style! Dogs and their owners are invited to James Island County Park on Thursday, August 22 for Yappy Hour: an afternoon full of live music, cold beverages, and fun!. Yappy Hour will take place in the park’s off-leash dog park and will feature a live...
Battery win 1-2 over Loudoun in morning match, Dossantos and Markanich score
The Charleston Battery triumphed 1-2 on the road over Loudoun United FC on Wednesday at Segra Field. Charleston struck twice in the first half through Nathan Dossantos and Nick Markanich, with Markanich’s proving to make the difference after a late goal by the hosts. The Battery ascend to the top of the Eastern Conference standings with the victory and are currently six games unbeaten.
Charleston event scheduled to show support for Kamala Harris’ run for presidency
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – State Rep. Wendell Gilliard and others are set to host a gathering in support of Vice President Kamala Harris’ run for president next week. The Women of International Longshoreman’s Association (ILA) Local 1422, former senate candidate Kim Greene, and Rep. Gilliard (D-Charleston) will host the event on Wednesday, July 31, at […]
Popular frozen drink debuts at DanieI Island’s NY Butcher Shoppe
The Co-Op Frosé and Eatery has brought its version of the ever-popular frozen wine drink to the island. The Co-Op, which originated on Sullivan’s Island in 2012, can be found in five shops across the Charleston area, as well as in Charlotte, North Carolina, Nashville and Chattanooga, Tennessee, and even Las Vegas, Nevada.
North Charleston wins Dixie Majors World Series for 4th straight year
OZARK, AL (WCSC) - Another season and another championship for the North Charleston Dixie Majors baseball team. The squad won 2 games on Wednesday to win the Dixie Majors World Series being held in Ozark, Alabama. The victories give North Charleston their 4th straight Dixie Majors title and their 9th...
Palmetto City Ballet celebrates 10th Anniversary Season – Tickets now available
Palmetto City Ballet opens 10th Anniversary Season with world premiere production of “Dracula”. We take great pride in marking a decade of dance as we unveil our 24-25 performance season to the Charleston community. Get ready for an exhilarating season ahead, filled with timeless stories, world premieres, and beloved company favorites!
First responders receive ’24/7′ freebies at local convenience stores
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – To show appreciation to first responders for working 24/7, local convenience stores are thanking them with freebies on Wednesday. This initiative is hosted by the National Association of Convenience Stores Foundation, bringing together thousands of convenience stores nationwide to offer thanks to first responders. The association wants to show appreciation to […]
Tagger Tyson finds redemption in baseball, returns to Louisville
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Baseball is so far from cut and dry. It's no longer the decision to go from high school to college or into the draft. The process resets every year. What a year it's been for Oceanside Collegiate grad Tagger Tyson. What he does daily, he...
How this North Charleston manufacturer went from a garage to a 24K-square-foot facility
It was 2018 in a garage where Max Berry, Katie Lyon and Wes Lyon started with an idea. Six years later that idea is being made by a team grown from three to 60 pairs of American hands. The three colle...
Harley Davidson, DDTwo to host charity ride for students in need of support and school supplies
DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Dorchester School District Two (DDTwo) staff will participate in a charity ride alongside Lowcountry bikers to raise money and gather school supplies for students before fall. Lowcountry Harley Davidson will partner with DDTwo Saturday, Aug 3. to host their Fill the Bus Charity Ride and school supplies drive. Superintendent Dr. […]
A Founding Father: The Life and Times of J.C. Long
On Dec. 12, 1944, John Charles Long (known to everyone as J.C.), a prominent Charleston attorney, purchased 1,300 acres of land on the Isle of Palms. His vision of greatness would change the Isle of Palms forever. Long and his development company, The Beach Company, not only introduced paved roads,...
Brookgreen Gardens Announces August Programming and Events
Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark, will present a captivating lineup of events this August. Highlights include the continuation of the mesmerizing Summer Light: Art by Night exhibition, where the Gardens transform into a radiant wonderland, complemented by the Southern Food Ways exhibition, featuring weekly culinary events that celebrate the rich flavors and traditions of Southern cuisine. Please see below for additional details on the programming that can be experienced at Brookgreen throughout August.
Newly renovated Candle Studio welcomes guests to craft unique scents in Charleston
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Charleston Candle Co. recently unveiled a newly renovated candle-making workshop, billed “The Candle Studio." The renovated candle-making worship – located at Charleston Candle Co.'s flagship store on St. Phillip Street – gives patrons the opportunity to learn how to create and pour custom candles. The candle studio has been open for a few years. However, it is only recently that the store renovated its design.
Food & Wine Classic tickets available for discounted rate through July 31
Now through July 31, you can buy discounted weekend passes to the inaugural Food & Wine Classic in Charleston, a fall food festival hosted by Food & Wine, Southern Living and Travel + Leisure and presented by Explore Charleston. We bemoaned the original price of passes ($2,450) when the festival...
Men’s Golf to Compete in Four Tournaments for the 2024 Fall Season
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Head Coach Chan Metts and the Charleston Southern men's golf team will compete in four tournaments this fall, as they announced their 2024 fall schedule on Wednesday. For the second year in a row, the Bucs will begin the season in Pawley's Island, S.C. beginning on Saturday, Sept. 7 through Sept. 10. The event will be played at True Blue Golf Course. The Bucs will compete in the JT Poston Invitational for the first time beginning on Sunday, Sept. 15 through Tuesday, Sept. 17. The tournament is named after current professional golfer on the PGA Tour, JT...
South Carolina baseball team to play Air Force, College of Charleston this fall
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The University of South Carolina baseball team will play two scrimmages against outside competition this fall, it was announced Wednesday afternoon (July 24). The Gamecocks will host Air Force on Saturday, Oct. 26 at 2 p.m. and head to the College of Charleston on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m.
Pitching strong as Horry Post 111 ties playoff series
Jaret Edwards wants to play college baseball. If the Aynor rising senior keeps pitching the way he did Tuesday night, he’ll likely get the opportunity at the next level. Edwards hurled a six-hit shutout as Horry Post 111 grabbed a 4-0 win over Charleston Post 147 to even their best-of-three second round American Legion playoff series at 1-1.
Charleston Jazz Welcomes Demetrius Doctor as Director of Charleston Jazz Academy
Charleston Jazz today announced the appointment of Demetrius Doctor as the new Director of the Charleston Jazz Academy. Doctor, a distinguished jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and educator, brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the renowned institution. Notably, Doctor's journey into the world of jazz was catalyzed...
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