Lowcountry police give safety reminders for people riding golf carts on Halloween
ISLE OF PALMS, South Carolina — The Halloween spirit swept over the Isle of Palms Friday evening as families drove through the streets, many on golf carts decorated for the annual Halloween Parade. The colorful celebration drew thousands to the island, with participants displaying imaginative decorations and costumes...
What You Need to Know About Mount Pleasant Property Taxes in 2025
In 2025, property taxes in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, are based on assessed property values determined by the Charleston County Assessor’s Office. The assessed value is typically lower than the market value, which helps moderate tax bills despite rising real estate prices. Mount Pleasant has a median property...
Meet Casey Garvin, a fossil hunter turned jewelry designer
Charleston, South Carolina – On this episode of Get 2 Know, hosted by Rob Fowler, we speak with Casey Garvin of Foxy Fossils. Garvin is the founder, fossil finder, and designer of Foxy Fossils jewelry. In this episode, we look at how her interest for fossil hunting originated. She...
Charleston County overdose deaths spike, raising alarm among advocates
CHARLESTON , S.C. (WCIV) — Charleston County is grappling with a concerning rise in overdose deaths, with overdoses recorded on Oct. 27 alone, according to the Charleston County Sheriff's Office. Chris Cherry, director of operations at Favor Lowcountry, highlighted the widespread nature of the crisis. "It's just...
Celebrities that Call Charleston Home
The Lowcountry has long drawn notable figures from across the entertainment (and other) industries, thanks to its rich history, coastal beauty and vibrant cultural scene. Here are a few famous personalities who have made the Charleston area their home:. Bill Murray. Comedic legend Bill Murray—of Ghostbusters and...
NAACP Goose Creek branch hosts annual Freedom Fund Luncheon
GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCSC) - The Goose Creek Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People hosted its annual Freedom Fund Luncheon Saturday afternoon. The fundraiser supports community programs, scholarships and outreach initiatives and this year’s theme was “Let Freedom Ring.”. The event...
A new book store has opened on Charleston’s King Street
Charleston, South Carolina – There’s a new bookstore in town!. Lady Birds celebrated their debut on Thursday at 299 King Street in Charleston. The store is open everyday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The owners kept parts of the historic building, such as the quirky flooring that...
Charleston Police searching for teen who reportedly went missing on Halloween
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The Charleston Police Department is asking for your help in finding a man who went missing on Halloween. Officers say 19-year-old Owen Tillman Kenney was last seen by friends near King Street and Burns Lanes at about 2 a.m. Friday. Kenney is described as being 6-feet-1-inch...
Rep. Nancy Mace Cursed At Officers During Airport Confrontation: Police
Mace, who is also running for South Carolina governor, arrived at the airport expecting an escort to her flight. However, there was confusion about her arrival vehicle, leading to a delay.
New Mount Pleasant Store, The Archive, Provides a Unique Third Place for Booklovers
In the early months of motherhood, Amanda Badeau found herself wandering the aisles of the Mount Pleasant Target, searching for a place to breathe. “Books are my therapy,” she says. “But even when I carved out time to read, I felt like I was always needed when I was home, even if I wasn’t.” In that liminal,...

















