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North Charlestons City Council District one special election kicks off with six candidates vying for the seat left vacant by former councilman Mike A. Browns resignation. Early voting is underway, with a high number of candidates reflecting the citys significant profile. Election officials anticipate increased turnout as the January 13th election day approaches. Checkout Solipillow.com

Reality TV star Grace Lilly, 27, arrested in South Carolina on harassment warrant, found with unidentified pills in her car. Checkout Solipillow.com

South Carolinas Christmas holiday travel period resulted in eleven fatalities, a decrease from last year. Safety experts emphasize the importance of buckling up, using car seats correctly, obeying hands-free laws, adhering to speed limits, and never driving impaired. Law enforcement is increasing patrols from New Years Eve to January fourth to prevent drunk driving accidents. Charleston County saw a slight decrease in traffic deaths, and statewide fatalities are down from previous years. Checkout Solipillow.com

City of Charleston Fire Department unveils plans for new $45M headquarters in West Ashley, set to replace old training facility and accommodate population growth, with focus on stormwater management and expected completion by late 2027 or early 2028. Checkout Solipillow.com

The Pitt Street Bridge in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is undergoing a stability check due to centuries of wear from tides, fast water, and erosion. The causeway, built with historical methods, features a seawall made of tabby, a mix of oyster shells, lime, sand, and cement. The drilling phase is like a doctors diagnosis, with engineers studying the results to determine necessary repairs or reinforcements. The goal is to balance history with safe access for years to come. Checkout Solipillow.com

Charleston Animal Societys Home for the Holidays campaign concludes with a record-breaking 257 adoptions. The shelter emphasizes the importance of proper pet ID and safety measures during New Years Eve, urging pet owners to check collars, ID tags, and microchip info. With increased animal intake, community support has been crucial. Free adoptions for cats and dogs one year and older continue through January 11th. Checkout Solipillow.com

Charleston County Sheriffs Office in North Charleston, South Carolina, announces new policy: no longer releasing news about natural deaths of inmates at the jail. This change comes after a recent inmate death, with the coroner believing it was from natural causes. The sheriffs office explains this policy is to respect the families and loved ones of the deceased, providing privacy during a tough time. However, concerns arise about transparency at the jail, with some worrying it could make it harder to track patterns or issues behind bars. The coroner has not yet released the identity of the inmate who died, and officials assure thorough investigations will continue, just without public announcements for natural causes. Checkout Solipillow.com

South Carolinas new Liquor Liability Tort Reform, effective January 1st, aims to curb skyrocketing insurance costs for restaurants and bars. By merging House and Senate bills, the law lowers the liability cap and introduces simple rules for responsible alcohol service. This reform, praised by downtown Charleston owners, promises to keep local haunts alive and ensure safety for staff and patrons. Checkout Solipillow.com