A new profile in The New Yorker of the South Carolina fissure between Trump acolytes and old-time Republicans has Charleston County GOP Chairman Maurice Washington in a pickle, Peter Slevin reports:
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FOCUS: Why telling the truth is so important
COMMENTARY, Brack: State doing better than you might think, feel
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: S.C. Ports Authority
NEWS BRIEFS: Charleston GOP straddles the fence on Trump
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MYSTERY PHOTO: Where is this bridge?
CALENDAR: “Blind Justice” prints available through March 15
Staff reports | The Charleston Metro Chamber will meet Nov. 14 at Riverfront Park for its second annual Honors Reception to celebrate the achievements of local organizations and leaders with an exemplary commitment to the region’s economic development and quality of life.
By Andy Brack, editor and publisher | Two smells provide vivid memories of Hurricane Hugo.
The first came just after the storm as the resin scent of snapped pine trees filled a car during a drive along Interstate 26 toward Charleston. The air smelled like an open bottle of Pine-Sol. Days later, thanks to decomposing piles of leaves, molding carpets, rotting food and mildewed garbage, came the overwhelming stink of rot.
Fresh and clean, followed by cloying decay.
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FOCUS: Bluffton legislator ferries supplies to decimated Bahamas
COMMENTARY, Brack: Give local governments, utilities a pat on the back
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Morris Financial Concepts, Inc.
GOOD NEWS: Student award renamed to honor civil rights activist Jim Campbell
FEEDBACK: On the importance of The 1619 Project, more
MYSTERY PHOTO: We know where it is, but what is it?
S.C. ENCYCLOPEDIA: Hurricanes in South Carolina through Hugo
CALENDAR: Keb’ Mo’ Solo set for Sept. 19 at Gaillard
By Andy Brack, editor and publisher | The drama over the butchery of trees near power lines is too predictable. It’s time for something to change.
The narrative is, unfortunately, a four-part play: …
IN THIS EDITION
FOCUS, Morris: In challenging times, a diversified portfolio can be good news
COMMENTARY, Brack: PSC needs to investigate Charleston-area tree butchery
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
GOOD NEWS: Hootie hands help kids get ready for the return of school
FEEDBACK: Send us your letters
MYSTERY PHOTO: Peeking into where?
S.C. ENCYCLOPEDIA: Battle of Eutaw Springs
CALENDAR: Bird walk and free kayak trips Saturday
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FOCUS, Campbell: Book on Emanuel shootings is important to read
COMMENTARY, Brack: Take the high road and reject hate, fury
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Titan Termite & Pest Control
PHOTO ESSAY: The murals of Montreal
GOOD NEWS: Big season ahead for Charleston Symphony Orchestra
FEEDBACK: Send us your letters
MYSTERY PHOTO: Rusty gate
S.C. ENCYCLOPEDIA: Santee National Wildlife Refuge
CALENDAR: From baseball to movies to jazz
Staff reports | Explore Lowcountry South Carolina history and meet the people who promote and preserve it on Saturday during the seventh annual History Fair at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., amateur and serious historians and children who want to touch the past can mingle with representatives of about 30 well-known organizations in the Charleston area.
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