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Charleston Metro Chamber appoints Melissa Fiore as director of membership engagement

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 20, 2024

The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has announced the appointment of Melissa Fiore as the new Director of Membership Engagement. Fiore will be responsible for connecting with current and prospective members, ensuring their values, needs, and aspirations are supported by the Chamber’s resources.

Officer's negotiation skills lead to armed robbery arrest

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

Sgt. Washington-Sanders honored for arrest of armed robbery suspect

Mace criticizes focus on Harris's name over policies

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

On August 19, 2024, Congresswoman Nancy Mace criticized the focus on Vice President Kamala Harris's name pronunciation rather than policy issues. Mace stated, "CNN’s response to a simple mispronunciation of ‘Kamala’ shows they care more about pronouns and pronunciation than policy. While Americans are dealing with soaring inflation, rising crime, and a border crisis, people still have no idea where Kamala Harris stands on a single policy."

Mace accuses Biden of corruption and abuse of power

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

Congresswoman Nancy Mace has accused President Biden of engaging in corrupt activities within the Oval Office. According to Mace, Biden has turned the office into "a hub of corrupt pay-to-play schemes," prioritizing personal financial gain over national interests.

Community leaders explore collaboration at 5th Annual DE&I Conference

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

July was an inspiring month at the Chamber, as community leaders discovered the power of collaboration at the 5th Annual DE&I Conference. We learned that building professional relationships goes far beyond networking, while decision-makers from our region visited Washington, D.C., to advocate for the Charleston metro. Check out July’s highlights to learn more!

Rep. Nancy Mace calls on Hamas to fulfill ceasefire obligations

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

Rep. Nancy Mace has called on Hamas to cease any delaying tactics and fulfill their obligations following Prime Minister Netanyahu's acceptance of a ceasefire deal. In her statement, she emphasized the importance of securing the safe return of hostages.

1,927 lawyers in good standing in Charleston County as of July

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

There were 1,927 lawyers in good standing in Charleston County as of July, according to the South Carolina Bar.

Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Charleston County in week ending Aug. 10

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 18, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Charleston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Charleston Reporter area weekly mass times

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 17, 2024

The following parishes in the Charleston Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Charleston County weekly recap of home sales during week ending Aug. 10

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 17, 2024

There were eight reported residential sales in Charleston County in the week ending Aug. 10, according to BlockShopper.com.

113 lawyers in good standing in Dorchester County as of July

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 17, 2024

There were 113 lawyers in good standing in Dorchester County as of July, according to the South Carolina Bar.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Charleston County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 16, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Charleston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Charleston County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Aug. 10

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 16, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Charleston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

NCPD to host overdose awareness program on August 31

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 15, 2024

The NCPD and its partners are inviting the public to an important event later this month. On Saturday, August 31, National Overdose Awareness Day will be observed. The agency will host a program at City Hall from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Officers receive lifesaving award for averting suicide attempt

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 15, 2024

On August 15, 2024, five officers were honored with the Lifesaving Award for their actions in June 2024. The officers—Sgt. Abril Washington-Sanders, Pfc. Peter Molina, Pfc. Juan Estrada, Ptl. Jenna Helberg, and Ptl. Nicholas Gonzales—were recognized for their response to a critical incident on June 20.

North Charleston appoints Shayn Green as artist-in-residence

By Charleston Reporter | Aug 15, 2024

The City of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department has announced the appointment of Shayn Green as Artist-in-Residence (AIR) for its Pilot Residency Program, which will run from August to October 2024. The AIR role involves serving as a visual art ambassador for the North Charleston community. During her residency, Green will create new work in the 270 sq. ft. AIR Studio located within the Park Circle Community Building and collaborate with the Cultural Arts Department to offer artistic engagement opportunities for local citizens.