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FOCUS: State senator warns of potential “shell game” on education funding
COMMENTARY, Brack: Unite to protect America’s democracy
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Charleston RiverDogs
NEWS BRIEFS: 5 things we learned about S.C.’s redistricting
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MYSTERY PHOTO: Pointy
CALENDAR: Reception for new McAbee show to be Dec. 10
Staff reports | Former U.S. Rep. and current Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joe Cunningham of Charleston last week pushed for recreational and medicinal legalization of marijuana at the state level.
“It’s time for elected officials to admit that what we are doing has not been working although there are career politicians who would rather live in the past,” the 39-year-old Cunningham said in a veiled reference to GOP Gov. Henry McMaster, 74.
IN THIS EDITION
FOCUS: Second contest underway to find Rescue Brew stars
COMMENTARY, Brack: Republicans should work to expand, not restrict, voting
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Morris Financial Concepts, Inc.
NEWS BRIEFS: Cunningham says S.C. should legalize marijuana
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MYSTERY PHOTO: Livers and gizzards
CALENDAR: PURE Theatre to open 19th season in September
IN THIS EDITION
FOCUS: Counting on Nature program promotes better understanding
COMMENTARY, Brack: Celebrate Carolina Day with gusto
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: South Carolina Ports Authority
NEWS BRIEFS: State ranks slightly worse on child well-being in new survey
FEEDBACK: Send us your thoughts
MYSTERY PHOTO: Curious bridge
CALENDAR: Enjoy all of our local farmers markets
By Andy Brack, editor and publisher | And just as predictable as sunrise, the race to be the next governor of South Carolina is on.
Former Congressman Joe Cunningham of Charleston, a one-term Democrat who lost a bid for reelection in November, came out of the gate quickly this week to try to nab the seat occupied by GOP Gov. Henry McMaster.
WIDE LOAD. Here’s a picture that shows something often seen around Charleston — a packed wagon of large tourists. We’re happy they’re here. Perhaps they’d be happier — and healthier — by walking. See something you think our readers would enjoy? Snap a shot and send it along to editor@charlestoncurrents.com. Photo by Andy Brack. FOCUS: Baseball season opens Tuesday to […]
Staff reports | Charleston philanthropist and business leader Anita Zucker will offer keynote remarks next month at the MLK Annual Business and Professional Summit, the capstone event of a 10-day yearly tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg is honorary chair.
IN THIS EDITION
FOCUS: Some smart tips to beat the heat
COMMENTARY, Brack: A hotter South Carolina has some steamy policy impacts
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Titan Termite & Pest Control
PHOTO ESSAY: Scenes from Sullivan’s Island
GOOD NEWS: North Charleston seeks an artist-in-residence
FEEDBACK: Brack nailed it on budget gimmick
RECOMMENDED: Undaunted Courage, by Richard Gergel
MYSTERY PHOTO: This one could be tough
S.C. ENCYCLOPEDIA: Tobacco barns
CALENDAR: Only a few Spoleto days left
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