The importance of community and exploring nature were in focus during Chesterbrook Academy Preschool's observance of Earth Day on April 22, as students released eco-friendly ladybugs into the environment.
The East Cooper-Mount Pleasant Kiwanis Club combined forces with the Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center on April 20 to perform their annual spring cleaning in and around the child abuse preventi…
A firefighter’s commitment to making a positive impact on his department was the focus of the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce’s April 17 First Responder of the Month Award ceremony, honorin…
Former faculty members, leadership, residents, volunteers and parents gathered on April 11 at Coastal Crust in Mount Pleasant to celebrate Moultrie Middle School's 50th anniversary. The outdoo…
A Mount Pleasant homeowner’s garage appeared a little empty on the morning of March 29, when he discovered several tools missing from his detached garage on Tidal Place Circle.
A pair of longevity awards were in order for two valued members of the Town of Mount Pleasant’s staff at the April 9 Town Council meeting. Director of Engineering & Development Services Br…
In a first for Clemson University, five students were selected this year for the prestigious 2024 Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship, which recognizes students who show exceptional promise of adva…
Brian, Kristy and Canon Caldwell (center) of Mount Pleasant were recently photographed during their adventure in Costa Rica for Spring Break, visiting area volcanos and the coastline. The thri…
The Mount Pleasant Police Department launched its annual 10-week Citizens Police Academy program on April 4 by welcoming civilians to an educational session on law enforcement. Police Chief Ma…
The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) operates Folly Beach County Park, Isle of Palms County Park, and Kiawah Beachwalker Park. From spring break through September, the …
The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 3137 on the Isle of Palms held its semi-annual Flag Retirement Ceremony on April 6. All VFW Posts provide a dignified retirement of old and tattered Ame…
Congratulations were in order for Dr. Christopher Robinson (pictured left), MD, MSCR of East Cooper Maternal-Fetal Medicine for recently being honored with the prestigious 2024 Steven G. Gabbe…
Students, faculty and staff members recently observed Moultrie Middle School’s 50th anniversary in fine fashion by partaking in several celebratory activities at the site’s Coleman Boulevard c…
During his team's March 27 meeting, Rotary Club of Mount Pleasant President Lewis Lee recapped an epic awards night for his group at the recent 2024 Rotary District 7770 Conference in Charlest…
Most people know their local library is the place to go if they want something to read, but it can also be the perfect environment for aspiring writers to improve their craft. The Charleston C…
Students from Wando High School’s graduating class of 1974 recently gathered to celebrate their milestone 50th anniversary on March 2 at the Fish Fry Shack on Sullivan’s Island.
Members of the Bishop England High School community were recently seen sporting some bright and fancy footwear on March 21 in observance of World Down Syndrome Day. The silly socks were a show…
Exploration and fun were on the menu at ArtFest 2024 on March 23 at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, with swarms of visitors of all ages strolling through artistic showcases and partaking in a hos…
A robust congregation of family members, former colleagues and local officials came to honor the memory of recently-passed Mount Pleasant Fire Chief Fred Tetor on March 22, as a plaque featuri…
April’s here, a time to sing
Richard Benter Greer, 65, of Umatilla, Florida went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. There’s no doubt that he was welcomed at the gates with Our Father saying, “Well done…
On March 15, 2024, officers with the Mount Pleasant Police Department responded to a single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle on Patriots Point Boulevard, where the operator was pronoun…
Fresh off his March 16 sheriff candidacy filing in North Charleston, Councilmember Carl Ritchie stated his designs on increasing services to the unincorporated areas of Charleston County if he…
Max is hooked on word searches. Jane enjoys puzzles. Jacob likes to help by sorting the pieces by color. Karen prefers to just watch. Norm and Collin like playing board games, particularly if …
Working at the library, I usually see thousands of books a day. However, one cold day last November, I also viewed thousands of packets of seeds.
During a public meeting that elicited voluminous feedback on a proposal to add attainable housing in Carolina Park, the Mount Pleasant City Council voted 8-1 on March 12 in favor of amending D…
The Community Resource Center (CRC) of North Charleston has announced its collaboration Neal Brothers Charleston in grand fashion.
Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary is seeking animal lovers to participate in the Cooper River Bridge Run on April 6 on behalf of Hallie Hill. The Bridge the Gap fundraiser encourages race participa…
A Sunday afternoon sit-down dinner at P.F. Chang’s in Towne Centre ended on a sour note for a party of four, when an unruly cyclist reportedly harassed the group and proceeded to damage their car.
Following the organization’s successful Wild Child Triathlon on Feb. 25, the Isle of Palms LENS Foundation will be back hosting three community events in April in the spirit of connecting law …
The Wando Public Library is announcing a science fair just for homeschool students. This is a great opportunity for young scientists to demonstrate what they’ve learned. Homeschool students in…
Homeowners from the Old Village section of Mount Pleasant employed the “strength-in-numbers” approach at the March 4 Town Council Transportation meeting, with numerous residents alternately ap…
The Mount Pleasant Police Department recently apprehended a team of one adult and several juveniles accused of breaking and entering vehicles along Johnnie Dodds Boulevard.
Fresh off his recent excursion to Honduras alongside Rotarians from Lakeland, Florida, Rotary Club of Mount Pleasant President Lewis Lee recently recounted details of his philanthropic experience.
Rotary Club of Mount Pleasant member Eleanor Washburn (pictured left with fellow Rotarian Clinton Dunn) was the center of attention at the organization's Feb. 28 public meeting. The local atto…
A reported collaboration between two males saw one man distract the lone employee at the Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Sunglass Hut on Feb. 4, while the other made off with 13 pairs of shades, v…
Mount Pleasant Police Department (MPPD) PFC Adam Blankenship (pictured second from right) was recently reunited with Lisa Hughes (second from left) and David Goltra (far right), the last two c…
A firefighter's "compassion" and "ability to lead" were recognized by Fire Chief Mike Mixon and the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce, as they recently honored Samantha Mikesell as the First …
The subject of growth was on the mind of Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie during his appearance at the Feb. 21 Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce meeting at Alhambra Hall, as he promised local…
An unidentified woman reportedly threatened a Dick's Sporting Goods employee on the evening of Feb. 19, when pilfering two pairs of Air Jordan tennis shoes, according to the Mount Pleasant Pol…
Multiple would-be thieves trying to pry their way into Diamonds Direct in the Towne Centre shopping area were recently seen scurrying to their car and out of the upscale retail venue when cops…
A young man's ill-advised exit from his Mount Pleasant home without locking the entrance set the stage for a Feb. 4 break-in and theft, according to local authorities.
The Easter Egg Hunt is back! On March 29 at 4 p.m. sharp, children ages 12 and under will begin a mad dash for eggs at the largest Easter Egg Hunt this side of the Isle of Palms (IOP) Connecto…
Gary Schott (center) is the newest member of the Rotary Club of Mount Pleasant. The community member was formally introduced at the Feb. 7 meeting by Rotary President Lewis Lee (right). Also p…
A throng of united homeowners attended the Feb. 13 Mount Pleasant Town Council meeting to formally request that local government claim possession of a heavily traversed private road at Wharf I…
The Black Food Truck Festival returns this spring celebrating Black businesses and culture with food, music, family friendly activities and entertainment. Tickets are on sale now for the two-d…
For many of us, it would be a dream to recreate the trip taken by Phileas Fogg in Jules Verne’s classic novel Around the World in 80 Days. But even if you aren’t able to travel the globe, you …
Three-plus decades since holding office haven't clouded the memory of former US Senator and Representative Thomas "Tommy" Hartnett, who recently hearkened back to the days of bi-partisan compr…
With the 50th anniversary of the graduation of Mount Pleasant’s original Wando High School (Class of 74) fast approaching, former students are inviting long lost classmates to join them for a …
February is National Pet Dental month. Sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical Association, the annual event is designed to raise awareness about the importance of your pets dental health…
“One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present.” — Golda Meir
