From Charleston City Paper
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Community groups step up demands for school improvement
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.
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Police look for driver in Charleston wreck that killed 2
UPDATED, 11:49 a.m., 4/29/24 | No arrests have been made as of this morning in a fatal Sunday hit-and-run accident in Charleston in which a car struck and killed two pedestrians.
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“Singers & Stanzas” brings together poets and musicians
On May 4 at the Dock Street Theatre, Holy City Arts & Lyric Opera (HALO) presents Singers & Stanzas, a world premiere presentation bringing together the words of Lowcountry poets with the musical talents of nationally-known composers and performers. The event began as a collaboration between HALO and Marcus Amaker, Charleston’s first Poet Laureate, as […]
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Week in review: Ignore new federal rules to protect LGBTQ students, Weaver says
S.C. Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver is recommending that state school districts disregard new federal rules that would expand the definition of sex discrimination under Title IX to protect gay, lesbian and transgender (LGBTQ) students. Casting herself as a defender of S.C. schools from “divisive distractions from Washinngton,” Weaver wrote in a memo that she expects the […]
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Dietrich: The art of flying
By Sean Dietrich | It’s a mess, that’s what it is. When you land in Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Third World International Airport, you’re walking into a battle zone.
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New book takes you inside dragon-boating
Charleston novelist Roger Jones will speak at a book launch for The Final Victory at 6 p.m. April 30 at the Charleston Library Society.
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Big Dining, Small City: Georgetown’s culinary scene continues to grow
Beneath the ceaseless flux of Charleston’s vibrant food scene, ripples of culinary growth are being felt in quieter, smaller places. Tool on up U.S. 17 for about 60 miles to Winyah Bay and discover one such gem: Georgetown.
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Brack: Remember to perform intentional acts of kindness
It’s been an extremely hectic week so we’re reaching into the opinion vault to recall some lessons offered four years ago when the coronavirus pandemic caused a lot of misery. Remember? Kids were stuck at home with online school. Parents missed work that put food on the table. Some companies closed. And it didn’t take long to find there was […]
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Clock ticks down for these 10 top Statehouse bills
With just two weeks left in this year’s legislative session, state lawmakers are under increasing pressure to get some bills passed that have almost made it over the finish line. After May 9, when the session technically ends, legislators will return only to consider items outlined in a special “sine die” resolution. Bills that have not […]
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High Fidelity: Misha Pekar
Misha Pekar is a multidisciplinary musician, director and educator who can be found performing classical, jazz, musical theater and popular music around the Charleston area, Ohm Radio writes.
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Griffin to be focus of hearing on 39 ethics allegations
The S.C. Ethics Commission (SCEC) will convene June 20 to hear 39 ethics allegations against former Charleston City Councilman Harry Griffin, according to an official notice of hearing filed this week. Griffin, who served on council from 2017 to 2021, is accused of five counts of failing to disclose campaign contributions, one count of failing […]
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Catch a house music dance party by Loose Ends Entertainment
Loose Ends Entertainment has ignited an immersive experience centered on the heart of house and tech music — bridging a gap in Charleston’s music scene. There’s a chance to catch one of its popular dance parties at The Refinery, Saturday, April 27. The entertainment company, founded in 2023 by Ben Austin (also known by his […]