Every family has that one person who keeps the unit strong. It could be Grandma, the base of the family, the matriarch; the cool Auntie who bridges the generational gap; or that one cousin who keeps up with everything and everyone.
The winner of this year’s poster design contest, Charleston native Jirah Perkins, was awarded a month-long solo exhibition at Park Circle Gallery — among other honors, like having her winning painting “Playpen” acquired by the city’s public art collection and seeing it used on all of this year’s promotional materials for Arts Fest.
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Charleston police today arrested Max David Gentilin, 25, of Charleston, in connection with an April 28 hit-and-run accident that killed two 20-year-old Upstate women on Morrison Drive near the on-ramp to the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. Police said the investigation is still active, and more charges are expected. “Sunday’s tragic notification to two families — […]
Oyster reef build Volunteer to restore oyster reefs with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources’ oyster recycling and enhancement program in partnership with Porter Gaud students. Meet SCDNR’s oyster restoration crew and discover the importance of oyster reefs in the coastal environment. Make sure to dress appropriately and bring an extra change of clothes.May […]
The Center for Family History at the International African American Museum (IAAM) serves as a beacon of exploration and discovery, offering a formidable platform for individuals to delve into the rich tapestry of their genealogy.
Dominion Energy is planning to cut down 519 palmetto trees on Sullivan’s Island in its continuing effort to keep area power lines clear of what it calls hazardous vegetation. But the removal — said to be necessary because palmettos can’t be reduced in height or partially trimmed without killing them — is likely to cause […]
MORNING NEWSBREAK | A panel of state House legislators on Tuesday failed to make a decision on a Senate-passed bill that would legalize medical marijuana in South Carolina. “It’s unfortunate,”state Sen. Tom Davis, R-Beaufort, told the City Paper Tuesday afternoon. “We passed this in early February and it just sat over there gathering dust. To […]
They don’t call it the most exciting two minutes in sports for nothin’. Head to area bars and restaurants this Saturday for Kentucky Derby celebrations featuring drink specials, hat contests and, because the Derby falls on the fourth this year, some Star Wars fun thrown in the mix, too. Have fun out there, y’all. Did […]
MORNING NEWSBREAK | Monday brought one of the deadliest days in memory for law enforcement officers in the South. Eight were shot, including four fatally, in east Charlotte as a U.S. Marshals task force tried to serve a warrant at a residence. The suspect fired at them, was shot and died in the front yard. […]
Happy Cinco de Mayo week, everyone. There are plenty of places to celebrate the Mexican holiday around town and we’ve rounded up a few that are throwing parties and featuring food and drink specials. Did we miss your bar or restaurant’s Cinco celebration? Send all the deets to [email protected]. Mex 1 Coastal Cantina West Ashley. 4 […]
Two advocacy groups met this month with local school officials to discuss the functions of the Charleston County School District (CCSD) Board of Trustees and student academic performance.