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Holiday festivities in the Lowcountry face changes due to rainy weather, with some events rescheduled or canceled. However, many communities still plan to celebrate, offering indoor spaces and alternative activities. Double-check schedules for a festive weekend, rain or shine.

College of Charlestons proposed dorm site sparks controversy as historians claim it may be a historic burial ground, potentially containing thousands of remains, including those of enslaved Africans and orphaned children. The colleges decision to purchase the land, despite its past, has drawn criticism. Biological anthropologist Michael Blakey accuses the college of disregarding African American burial sites. The State Department of Environmental Services is set to decide on a permit for ground-penetrating radar scans, while Michael Blakey is scheduled to speak on the topic at Emanuel AME Church. The situation underscores the importance of historical preservation and cultural sensitivity in development projects.

In Rutherford County, North Carolina, a man threw a bicycle through a store window, causing significant damage. The incident, captured on surveillance footage, has led to a public appeal for information from the Rutherford County Sheriffs Office. The motive behind the vandalism remains unclear, and investigators are seeking anyone who recognizes the suspect or the bicycle used in the incident. Contact the Sheriffs Office or Rutherford County Crimestoppers with any information.

After-school care in South Carolina: A pressing need for families - This podcast episode delves into the struggle of finding reliable after-school care for children in South Carolina, where nearly half of families face this challenge. The main obstacles are cost, transportation, and limited availability. Kids On Point, a non-profit in Charleston, offers a solution with its partnership with the College of Charleston, providing year-round programming that improves school attendance and academic performance.

Charleston, South Carolina, is enhancing its holiday spirit this year with a budget boost for decorations, thanks to a collaborative effort by city council members. Instead of letting unused funds revert to the general budget, council members donated their remaining travel and administrative allowances, totaling nearly $47,000. This addition to the existing $60,000 holiday decorating budget will expand festive displays across various neighborhoods, including West Ashley, Johns Island, and James Island. Councilman Stephen Bowden, who donated his entire allotment, emphasized the importance of fostering a sense of unity and community during the holiday season. The enhanced decorations, including large JOY signs and additional lights, aim to bring residents together and encourage them to reconnect during the holiday season.

Experience the Lowcountrys festive holiday markets, from the Holiday Hootenanny at Commonhouse Aleworks to the Holy City Holiday Market, offering unique gifts, local brews, live music, and family-friendly activities. Dont miss the Charleston Farmers Markets holiday celebration in Marion Square.

Roper Saint Francis to build new medical facility in Mount Pleasant, SC, after securing property tax exemption for contaminated site cleanup. The three-story facility will offer specialized services, addressing the growing healthcare needs of the community.

First responders in Charleston, South Carolina, brought holiday cheer to patients at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Childrens Hospital with their annual Good Night Lights event. This heartwarming tradition, which started in 2020, involves police officers, firefighters, and other emergency personnel gathering outside the hospital to flash lights to the children inside. The event draws participants from across the Lowcountry and offers a much-needed distraction for children facing difficult health challenges, especially during the holiday season. The Good Night Lights will continue to spread cheer three more times this year, with the final event promising a very special guest.