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NEW for 4/6: More mass transit; Getting through this; Photo essay; Lift a glass

]IN THIS EDITION
TODAY’S FOCUS: Lesson from a pandemic: Time to stop the asphalt gravy train
COMMENTARY, Brack: We’ll get through this, but it’s going to be hard
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
PHOTO ESSAY, Byko: Roadside beauty
NEWS BRIEFS: It’s really time to lift a glass or two
FEEDBACK: Yep, stay at home
MYSTERY PHOTO: Bridge to somewhere
CALENDAR: Take a look at some fun online events

by Charleston Currents · 04/06/2020 · Comments are Disabled · Full issue

CALENDAR: Curb your boredom online

With most people following a stay-at-home order, they’re looking for things to do. Here’s a look at some online events and offerings to help you shed any boredom that may rise in your home:

by Charleston Currents · 04/06/2020 · Comments are Disabled · calendar

3/30: On printing masks; issuing the order; small business and the economy

IN THIS EDITION:
TODAY’S FOCUS: Start printing masks now
COMMENTARY, Brack: Issue stay-at-home order now, governor
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Charleston International Airport
MY TURN, Knapp: State’s economy will survive if small businesses survive
NEWS BRIEFS: City has weathered past scourges
FEEDBACK: Send us a letter
MYSTERY PHOTO: View from above
CALENDAR: Lots to do at home online

by Charleston Currents · 03/30/2020 · Comments are Disabled · Full issue

CALENDAR: Online events featured

With most people following a stay-at-home order, they’re looking for things to do. Here’s a look at some online events and offerings to help you shed any boredom that may rise in your home:

by Charleston Currents · 03/30/2020 · Comments are Disabled · calendar

At left is Mount Pleasant Mayor Will Haynie at a Sunday press conference, flanked (and socially distanced) by Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg, Mount Pleasant Police Chief Carl Ritchie and Charleston Police Chief Luther Reynolds. Photo provided.

FOCUS: Leaders say to stay home, stay distanced, stay safe

Staff reports | City and county leaders strongly urged Charleston County residents to “stay home, stay distanced and stay safe” in the weeks ahead as the nation grapples with the coronavirus pandemic.

As of Sunday, 13 people in Charleston County tested positive for coronavirus, as well as two in Berkeley County and one in Dorchester County, according to state data. Across the state, 195 people tested positive for the virus, including 44 in Kershaw County.

“Doctors tell us that the uncontrolled spread of COVID-19 would be nothing less than a death sentence for thousands of our friends and family members right here in the Lowcountry,” Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg said at a Sunday press conference. “And the only way to avoid that tragedy is for all of us to start following those three simple rules right now.”

Stay home: “If you don’t have an essential reason to go out, don’t go out. The life you save by avoiding that unnecessary trip could turn out to be yours or one of your loved ones.” the mayor said.

by Charleston Currents · 03/23/2020 · Comments are Disabled · Focus, Good news

NEWS BRIEFS: Small businesses can apply for disaster loans for capital

Staff reports | The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced last week that small businesses suffering substantial economic injury because of the coronavirus pandemic can apply for working capital through low-interest federal disaster loans. Also inside: Links to 200+ area restaurants that are delivering or offering take-out.

by Charleston Currents · 03/23/2020 · Comments are Disabled · Good news, News briefs

MYSTERY PHOTO: Outdoor room with a view

This looks like a nice, relaxing spot, but where is this photo taken from? For bonus points, why might it be relevant in today’s issue? Send your best guess to editor@charlestoncurrents.com. And don’t forget to include your name and the town in which you live.

Our last Mystery Photo, “White flower among azaleas,” proved to be more difficult than we expected. It showed the white flower of a wild blackberry growing between azalea leaves. (We believe it is actually a dewberry, a type of blackberry.)

by Charleston Currents · 03/23/2020 · 1 comment · Mystery Photo, Photos

CALENDAR: Online events featured

We’re suspending the in-person event calendar for the time being to encourage people to stay home and stay safe during the coronavirus crisis. We do, however, offer some online virtual events that you might want to consider.

If you have any online events, drop us a line (editor@charlestoncurrents.com) and make sure to put “Online event” in the subject line. Similarly, if you’ve got cool ideas for stuff to do while in isolation at home, send them our way.

by Charleston Currents · 03/23/2020 · Comments are Disabled · calendar

NEW for 3/23: Stay at home; Shared sacrifice; Disaster loans

IN THIS EDITION OF CHARLESTON CURRENTS
TODAY’S FOCUS: Leaders say to stay home, stay distanced, stay safe
COMMENTARY, Brack: New normal involves shared sacrifice for common good
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Titan Termite & Pest Control
NEWS BRIEFS: Small businesses can apply for disaster loans for working capital
FEEDBACK: Hooray for South Carolina
MYSTERY PHOTO: Outdoor room with a view
CALENDAR: Take a look at some virtual events

by Charleston Currents · 03/23/2020 · Comments are Disabled · Full issue

Gov,. Henry McMaster at podium during a March 15 briefing in Columbia.

NEWS BRIEFS: Schools, colleges across S.C. close for coronavirus

Staff reports | Gov. Henry McMaster announced Sunday that all of the state’s public schools, colleges and technical colleges will close starting today as a health response to growing concerns about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The institutions will remain closed through March 31.

“I urge that public gatherings both indoor and outdoor be limited to 100 people or less,” he said, adding that local elections scheduled for March and April also would be postponed.

by Charleston Currents · 03/16/2020 · Comments are Disabled · Good news, News briefs