How many times have you wanted to learn more, see more or be part of a sea turtle patient’s journey home?
By becoming a Sea Turtle Guardian, you can join us by protecting what you love! Guardians directly support critical Sea Turtle Care Center™ operations and the care of sick and injured sea turtles, as well as innovative research that will advance rehabilitation and healing techniques for years to come.
Join a community of passionate advocates for sea turtle conservation, all while gaining access to exclusive Care Center content and special Aquarium invitations.
Looking for a fun weekly meetup? Come join our new board game club!
Every Thursday 6-9pm, starting November 3, we will host a board game club – open to everyone just looking for others who enjoy board games and want to learn new ones or play classics.
Can’t get here when it starts? no problem! Join us anytime during the evening.
$5 entry (good for the whole night) Food is welcome to be brought in- we always recommend Park Pizza- we just ask that all drinks (alcohol and NA) be purchased on site.
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Location: Game Night Charleston – 1044 E. Montague Ave, Suite 101, North Charleston, SC 29405 (Park Circle)
National Geographic Travel has named its 35 Best World Destinations for 2023. We are so proud to announce that Charleston, South Carolina was named #5 on the list.
Here is what National Geographic has said about our beautiful home:
5. Charleston, South Carolina
South Carolina’s largest city addresses a grimmer aspect of its history with the opening of the International African American Museum
A new year shines a light on an old wrong in Charleston. Known for its Low Country cuisine and walkable urbanism, South Carolina’s largest city addresses a grimmer aspect of its history when the International African American Museum opens on 21 January.
The building is located on Gadsden’s Wharf and faces Charleston Harbor, where ships brought 100,000 enslaved Africans in chains to North America in the 18th and 19th centuries. Nine galleries tell harrowing tales of the Middle Passage and the horrors of plantation life.
But they also uncover stories of the triumph of the enslaved and their enduring cultural contributions, including a section devoted to the Gullah Geechee people who live along the Atlantic coast from the Carolinas to Florida and continue some of the African traditions of their ancestors.
I made it to Charleston, South Carolina! I was told by a friend in town that the best wings in town were at Home Team BBQ. I figured, still I traveled all this way, why not get a whole mukbang load of BBQ eats!
Just look at the platter! Folks, the food was SO incredibly delicious, I’m willing to say that I had the best BBQ of my life at Home Team BBQ!
Whatever you do, don’t pass up the chance on eating their food. You won’t regret it! Enjoy!
The College of Charleston was founded in 1770 and is the oldest college in South Carolina. CofC is a public liberal arts college in Charleston, SC. The original structure was located at the site of what is now Randolph Hall.
Check out our College of Charleston Campus Tour as we explore the College of Charleston including the historic buildings, sorority houses and Liberty Dorm.
Is Your Wife/Girlfriend EXTREMELY CLOSE To Her Mother? (Casting Nationwide)
🎥Casting Incredibly Close-Knit Mother & Daughter Duos for the hit television series, “sMothered.”
💯Do you think that your wife/girlfriend/partner’s relationship with her mother is extreme, unusual and closer than most mom’s and daughter’s? Does their relationship blur boundaries? Do you ever get upset or annoyed by their supreme closeness? Are they always together? Laughing? Texting? Gossiping and sharing secrets? Does your wife’s/GF’s mom know personal details about you or your love life? Do you ever find their relationship too close? Do you ever feel conflict/caught in the middle?
Producers are looking for EXTREMELY CLOSE mom and daughter duo’s who are well and above the “average” mom and daughter. Candidates are PAID for taking part and get to star in a HIT television series!
📧To apply, please email: smotheredtvcasting@gmail.com Please provide: Names/Ages, Contact Information, City/STate, Social Handles, Brief Bio and recent photos.
❗NOTE: Mom & daughter must live within the same state and both be over 18.
As of October 22, 2022, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in North Charleston, SC is $1,285. This is a 3% decrease compared to the previous year.
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Daniel Island, South Carolina
As of October 22, 2022, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Daniel Island, Charleston, SC is $1,835. This is a 41% increase compared to the previous year.
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Harleston Village (Downtown), South Carolina
As of October 22, 2022, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Harleston Village, Charleston, SC is $2,850. This is a 3% decrease compared to the previous year.
Bosch on Tuesday announced the start of EV motor production at its Charleston, South Carolina, facility, with expansion plans already on deck for 2023.
Production began earlier this month in a 200,000-square-foot section of an existing building at the Charleston site, Bosch said in a press release. The assembly area includes the production of motor rotors and stators—the main components—as well as the final assembly of the motors, according to the company.
2023 Rivian R1S
Bosch plans to add 75,000 square feet to this building in response to an uptick in business and is spending $260 million on that addition, which is scheduled to be operational by the end of 2023.
A spokesperson confirmed to Green Car Reports that initial production is going to Rivian, while the expansion will serve additional customers the company does not want to name yet. Rivian stands out among EV-only automakers as one of the few outsourcing electric motors. The company views this as a cost-saving measure, although it is shifting to in-house motor tech.
Bosch said motors assembled in Charleston can range in power from 50 kW to 500 kW (67 hp to 670 hp) and from 110 lb-ft of torque to 737 lb-ft. They also feature a voltage range of up to 850 volts, with a claimed 98% efficiency.
Opened in 1974, the facility is a key part of Bosch’s pivot away from internal-combustion tech. The company noted that the building now used for electric motor production was previously used to make diesel-engine components.
Bosch Facility in Anderson, South Carolina
Bosch announced this pivot in 2019 after getting caught up in the Volkswagen diesel scandal. It announced in January 2020 that production of diesel-engine components would slowly ramp down but subsequently clarified that it will continue to invest in internal-combustion engine tech for a long time.
Local hydrogen fuel-cell production is also on the way— for Nikola, among others potentially. Bosch in August announced plans to make fuel cells in Anderson, South Carolina, beginning in 2026. The company is an investor in Nikola, which previously discussed plans to use Bosch tech in its fuel-cell semi-trucks.
State funds $550 million in critical port infrastructure projects
CHARLESTON, SC — OCT. 17, 2022 — With great support from South Carolina elected leaders, South Carolina Ports will soon have near-dock rail and an inner-harbor barge operation to ensure fluidity and capacity for the Southeast supply chain.
SC Ports officials and elected officials gathered today in North Charleston to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility. SC Ports is developing the rail-served intermodal yard to provide near-dock rail to the Port of Charleston.
“This resolves the last remaining competitive disadvantage we have as a major East Coast container port,” SC Ports President and CEO Barbara Melvin said. “This critical infrastructure project will greatly enhance SC Ports’ capacity, allowing imports and exports to swiftly move between the hinterland and the Port of Charleston.”
The Navy Base Intermodal Facility sits about one mile from Leatherman Terminal. Containers will be moved to and from the Leatherman Terminal on a dedicated road. Inside the intermodal yard, rail-mounted gantry cranes will lead containers on and off trains.
In partnership with Palmetto Railways, Class I railroads CSX and Norfolk Southern will utilize SC Ports’ state-of-the-art rail yard to further enhance rail competitiveness. Nearly 80,000 feet of rail track will create a capacity of 1 million rail lifts in Phase 1.
The Navy Base Intermodal Facility will also further enhance SC Ports’ successful, rail-served Inland Ports in Greer and Dillon.
SC Ports’ inner-harbor barge operation will support the Navy Base Intermodal Facility by moving containers between Wando Welch Terminal and Leatherman Terminal via a designated marine highway. This creative solution addresses trucking capacity as more cargo continues to flow through SC Ports.
“The inner-harbor barge operation and innovative rail yard will add critical capacity to our port market,” Melvin said. “These investments will further support our customers’ supply chains and attract additional cargo to our port, supporting job creation throughout South Carolina.”
The SC Legislature and Governor Henry McMaster have allocated a total of $550 million to fully fund these projects — $400 million for the rail yard and $150 million for the barge operation.
“We are so grateful to our state leaders for their bold vision and for understanding what South Carolina’s businesses need to be successful,” Melvin said. “Because of their support, our strategic investments in critical port infrastructure will yield dividends to South Carolina for decades to come.”
These projects, which are slated to open in July 2025, will complement the more than $2 billion SC Ports has already invested in its infrastructure and operations to remain competitive as a top 10 U.S. container port.
“South Carolina Ports is widely known as a top driver of our state’s booming economy, but that success doesn’t come overnight or by accident — it takes timely, strategic investment and innovative leadership,” Governor Henry McMaster said. “The latest investment in the Navy Base Intermodal Facility is the next step towards growing not only the Port of Charleston, but our state’s economy as a whole.”
The Navy Base Intermodal Facility is set to open in Jul 2025. (Rendering/SCPA)
Notable quotes from elected leaders
“An investment in our SC Ports is an investment in South Carolina — unlocking new economic potential through new business and new jobs. The Ports’ rail-served intermodal facility and inner-harbor barge operation projects will make South Carolina more competitive and foster economic growth, which is a win for all South Carolinians.”— Speaker Murrell Smith
“The Port has made tremendous investments into its infrastructure in recent years to remain competitive as a top 10 U.S. container port. More than 50% of the port’s economic impact is in the Upstate region. To further that impact, our state is investing in critical, rail-served port infrastructure, which will yield dividends for our state, and the Upstate, for decades to come.” — Senator Harvey Peeler, Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee
“By investing in the Navy Base Intermodal Facility and inner-harbor barge operation, we are supporting our supply chain and all the businesses that depend on it to be successful. Having a well-run port with world-class facilities yields significant, lasting economic benefits for our state.” — Chairman Gary Simrill, House Ways and Means Committee
“SC Ports’ growth creates a ripple effect across our state, bringing new economic development, investment and jobs for our citizens. We look forward to seeing the positive impact of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility and inner-harbor barge operation to further benefit our port-dependent businesses.” — Senate President Thomas Alexander
“Many of our industries rely on SC Ports to move their products to global markets. The development of a near-dock, rail-served cargo facility and inner-harbor barge operation is crucial to supporting the efficient flow of goods throughout our state. Our commitment to build vital port infrastructure will ensure South Carolina remains globally competitive for decades to come.” — Senator Larry Grooms, chairman of the S.C. Senate Transportation Committee and the Review and Oversight Commission on the South Carolina State Ports Authority
“South Carolina is one of the few states in the nation with a top 10 U.S. container port. Our continued investment in strategic port infrastructure keeps South Carolina competitive, and SC Ports’ growth brings prosperity and jobs to our state.” — Senator Nikki Setzler, chairman of the Joint Bond Review Fiscal Oversight Subcommittee
“Having a successful port ensures our port-dependent businesses grow. With the support of our SC Legislature, SC Ports will build the Navy Base Intermodal Facility to bring near-dock rail to the Port of Charleston. Our companies will undoubtedly benefit from this well-planned, critical infrastructure project.” — Chairman Bill Sandifer, Chairman of the House Labor, Commerce and Industry Committee and vice chairman of the Review and Oversight Commission on the South Carolina State Ports Authority
“We are proud to invest in these next-generation port infrastructure projects to ensure that we don’t fall behind and that we remain competitive as a state. This is just one of many examples of what our state has done to support our excellent port system, helping to create jobs in communities around the state.” — Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter
“The Port of Charleston is currently the only port on the East Coast without on-dock or near-dock rail. With great support from our SC Legislature, we are now changing that. The Navy Base Intermodal Facility will make SC Ports more competitive. Additionally, the inner-harbor barge operation will benefit the Charleston region by moving more containers via water and train to help reduce highway congestion.” — Representative Leon Stavrinakis
“As state leaders, it is our job to make sure we are bringing economic opportunities to our communities. We are investing in critical port infrastructure to support the growth of our port, which brings significant investment and jobs to our state. By investing today, we look forward to seeing the generational impacts of tomorrow.” — House Minority Leader Todd Rutherford
“When we choose to invest in projects as a state, we do so to create jobs for the hardworking people of South Carolina. Over the years, our investments into port infrastructure have proven to benefit our state. SC Ports’ new rail-served cargo yard and inner-harbor barge operation will also serve a great return on investment for South Carolinians.” — Senator Marlon Kimpson, District 42
“Many South Carolinians depend on the Port of Charleston for their businesses and their livelihoods. As SC Ports grows, our state succeeds. Our continued investment in port infrastructure will create more high-paying jobs for years to come. While SC Ports provides jobs for our citizens, they don’t stop there. They also invest in our communities by supporting local organizations and nonprofits that are boots on the ground.” — Representative Deon Tedder
Notable quotes from project partners
“The Port of Charleston is an important economic engine for South Carolina and plays a critical role in our nation’s supply chain. The Navy Base Intermodal Facility will improve capacity to serve our customers through the Port of Charleston and provide access to markets across the country. We are privileged to be a partner to the Port and provide rail access to their facilities for our customers around the world.” — Ed Elkins, Norfolk Southern Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
“CSX is proud of our long-standing partnership with the state of South Carolina and the South Carolina Ports Authority. We are committed to the development of the Navy Base Intermodal Facility, which will allow CSX to improve service while increasing capacity and efficiency of intermodal rail at the Port of Charleston.” — Maryclare Kenney, CSX vice president of Intermodal and Auto
“As the Southeast economy and the Port of Charleston continue to grow, the demand for transporting more goods in and out of the Charleston region is increasing. The Navy Base Intermodal Facility will add more fluidity and capacity to our supply chain as we move more cargo by rail. We look forward to providing safe and efficient rail service at the rail-served intermodal yard, in partnership with South Carolina Ports, Norfolk Southern and CSX.” —Palmetto Railways CEO Patrick McCrory
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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