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Charleston South Carolina, Fun Adventures – New Video by Airstream Life

December 11, 2022 by 0 Comments
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About the Video

This week we show you Charleston, South Carolina and surrounding area. This city is full of history, culture, architecture and is so fun to explore. We started our adventure with a carriage ride through the historic areas. Next we walked several miles among cute shops, restaurants and parks.

We also traveled to Sullivans Island for lunch and toured Fort Moultrie. This fort was part of the Revolutionary War, Civil War and even World War II! IT was decommissioned in 1947 and turned over to the National Park Service in 1960.

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SC Ports donates $25,000 to Lowcountry Food Bank

December 10, 2022 by 0 Comments
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CHARLESTON, SC — DEC. 8, 2022 — South Carolina Ports donated $25,000 to the Lowcountry Food Bank  to help feed those in need in the Lowcountry.

This donation from SC Ports comes at an important time as many are facing economic hardships amid rising prices of foods and household goods. In 2021, the Lowcountry Food Bank served nearly 34 million meals to 200,000 people in the Lowcountry.

“SC Ports mission extends beyond our gates,” SC Ports President and CEO Barbara Melvin said. “We believe in partnering with the organizations already doing the important work within our communities. We are so proud to support Lowcountry Food Bank’s mission of addressing hunger, improving food security and providing access to nutritious food for children and families in the Lowcountry.”

SC Ports President and CEO Barbara Melvin and Lowcountry Food Bank President and CEO Nick Osborne celebrate a $25,000 donation from SC Ports that will help provide food for Lowcountry residents and families this holiday season. (Photo/SCPA/English Purcell)

“SC Ports greatly impacts our region as an economic driver and plays an equally integral role with the generosity they show our neighbors,” Lowcountry Food Bank President and CEO Nick Osborne said. “We appreciate SC Ports continued support of our hunger programs as our neighbors continue to face challenging times.”

About South Carolina Ports Authority

South Carolina Ports Authority, established by the state’s General Assembly in 1942, owns and operates public seaport and intermodal facilities in Charleston, Dillon, Georgetown and Greer. As an economic development engine for the state, Port operations facilitate 225,000 statewide jobs and generate nearly $63.4 billion in annual economic activity. SC Ports is soon to be home to the deepest harbor on the U.S. East Coast at 52 feet. SC Ports is an industry leader in delivering speed-to-market, seamless processes and flexibility to ensure reliable operations, big ship handling, efficient market reach and environmental responsibility. Please visit www.scspa.com to learn more about SC Ports.

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New Amendment to South Carolina Constitution Requires Biological Sex at Birth to Constitute a Person’s Gender for Constitution and Laws

December 9, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Full Text of Legislation

HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

DateBodyAction Description with journal page number
12/7/2022SenatePrefiled
12/7/2022SenateReferred to Committee on Judiciary

View the latest legislative information at the website

VERSIONS OF THIS BILL

12/7/202

A joint Resolution proposing an amendment to article XVII of the constitution of South Carolina, by adding section 16 to provide that a person’s biological sex at birth constitutes that person’s gender for the purposes of the state constitution and laws.

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina:

SECTION 1. It is proposed that Article XVII of the Constitution of this State be amended by adding:

Section 16. The biological indication of male or female in the context of reproductive potential or capacity, such as sex chromosomes, naturally occurring sex hormones, gonads, and nonambiguous internal and external genitalia present at birth, without regard to an individual’s psychological, chosen, or subjective experience of gender shall constitute a person’s gender for the purposes of this constitution and the laws of this State.

SECTION 2. The proposed amendment must be submitted to the qualified electors at the next general election for representatives. Ballots must be provided at the various voting precincts with the following words printed or written on the ballot:

“Must Section Article XVII of the Constitution of this State, relating to Miscellaneous Matters be amended so as to provide the biological sex of a person at birth shall constitute the gender of that person for the purposes of the S.C. Constitution and the laws of this State?

  • Yes
  • No

Those voting in favor of the question shall deposit a ballot with a check or cross mark in the square after the word ‘Yes’, and those voting against the question shall deposit a ballot with a check or cross mark in the square after the word ‘No’.”

Profile on Daniel B. Verdin III – Chairman, Senate Medical Affairs Committee

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Charleston Business Spotlights: CornerCopia Market (James Island, SC)

December 7, 2022 by 0 Comments
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What is CornerCopia? In the words of the creative founders

We imagine a place where everyone finds something that inspires them. We imagine a place where families can walk and ride their bikes to. We imagine a place where you can find a perfect gift for anyone. We imagine a place where you can meet your actual neighbors. We imagine a place where children feel happy and welcome. We imagine a place where communities can support each other and co-create together!

What cool and creative things will I find at CornerCopia?

  • Plants
  • Home Decor
  • Artisan Gifts
  • Local Food
  • Events

Where is CornerCopia Location? – 1230 Camp Road, Charleston, SC 29412

When are they open?

  • ​​Saturday & Sunday: 9 am – 3 pm
  • Tuesday – Thursday: 3 pm – 7 pm
  • First Fridays: 5 pm – 9 pm

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The Folly Christmas Tree returns to officially kick off Coastal Christmas

December 3, 2022 by 0 Comments
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For the beach bums, surfers, bohemian ocean dwellers, coastal Christmas has officially kicked off in the Lowcountry with the planting of the annual Folly Beach Christmas Tree.

Located near 2nd Aveneue East, the sumbol of all things coastal and good is standing bright with a patriotic star at the helm.

Here are some images of the 2022 tree.

Photo credit: Mark A Leon – Charleston Daily

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“Strength in Partnership” – St. John’s Fire District response to collaborative efforts during recent Johns Island Fire

December 2, 2022 by 0 Comments
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Strength in Partnership – Last evening units with Charleston, St. Johns, James Island PSD Fire Department, and St. Andrews Fire Department all responded to a large structure fire on Maybank Hwy. Your incident command team was a mix of personnel from the St. John’s Fire District and the Charleston Fire Department.

Regardless of jurisdictional boundary, the closest fire apparatus and command units are dispatched. This automatic aid partnership is world-class and provides Charleston area residents and visitors with exceptional and timely service. Working and training together ensures incidents like these are cohesive and under control even in difficult circumstances.

Great work to all responding firefighters!

Photos from Charleston Fire Department via Facebook

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Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission purchases property to expand parking at the Shem Creek Boat Landing

November 30, 2022 by 0 Comments
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(MOUNT PLEASANT, SC) – The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) recently purchased a .53-acre property in Mount Pleasant that will allow for parking expansion at the Shem Creek Boat Landing, one of the area’s most popular landings. The purchase included two lots adjacent to the boat landing on Simmons Street.

The land was purchased by CCPRC for 1.9 million dollars from PSC, LLC, and the transaction was brokered by Buckley Powell with EXP Commercial.

“The purchase of this land is wonderful news for boat owners and any user of the Shem Creek Boat Landing, which is currently one of the county’s busiest boat landings,” said CCPRC Executive Director Kevin Bowie. “We were very pleased to have the opportunity to expand parking at this site to better serve the community.”

Initial planning is now underway for the site work and parking spaces that will come with the purchase of the Simmons Street property. In addition, the Shem Creek Boat Landing will undergo previously scheduled accessibility and drainage improvements with repaving the existing parking lot this winter.

CCPRC maintains 19 public boat landings throughout Charleston County. For additional information on these landings, visit ccprc.com/Boating.

The mission of the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission is to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs, and services. The large park system features over 11,000 acres of property and includes four-day parks, three beach parks, three dog parks, two landmark fishing piers, three waterparks, 19 boat landings, a climbing wall, a challenge course, a historical plantation site, interpretive center, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground, a marina, as well as wedding, meeting and event facilities.

The park system also offers a wide variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, volunteer opportunities, and more. For more information, call 843-795-4386 or visit www.charlestoncountyparks.com.