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$75 million approved for the Mark Clark Extension project

This is the recommended preferred Alternative G route of 2021. | Screenshot via SCDOT.

On Tuesday, Charleston County Council voted to approve millions in funding for the Mark Clark Extension project, which plans to extend I-526 from West Ashley, to Johns Island, to James Island.

This funding will allow the project to move forward but does not guarantee that it will be completed. The source of the remaining funds needed is uncertain (we’ll share updates in a future newsletter as they become available).

Take a look at the project, by the numbers.

$75 million. These funds were approved by the county council on Tuesday.
$2+ billion. That’s the estimated cost of the Mark Clark Extension project.
$1.78 billion. This is Charleston County’s estimated portion of the project cost.
5 yeas, 3 nays. That’s how council members voted on the $75 million funding.
50+ years. That’s how long the plan has been studied.
9.5 miles, 4 lanes. That’s how the highway would look in the recommended preferred Alternative G route proposed in 2021.
13 homes, 7 businesses. These structures remained in the path of the route outlined in the 2021 study.

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Thursday, Feb. 2

At the Sign of the Pine Tree | Thursday, Feb. 2 | 6-7 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston | $10 suggested donation | Dr. Sarah Platt of the College of Charleston will kick off a lecture series exploring new stories at familiar sites — registration is encouraged.
Carolopolis Awards | Thursday, Feb. 2 | 6 p.m. | Sottile Theatre, 44 George St., Charleston | $100-$150 | The Carolopolis Awards recognize outstanding achievements in preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, resilience, and new construction projects.

Friday, Feb. 3

Ravel’s Daphnis and Chloe | Friday, Feb. 3-Saturday, Feb. 4 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St., Charleston | $25-$130 | Emmy Award-winner Miguel Harth-Bedoya will conduct the Charleston Symphony Orchestra in a program featuring two works by French composer Maurice Ravel.
Aiken Antique Show | Friday, Feb. 3-Sunday, Feb. 5 | 9:30 a.m. | Aiken Center for the Arts, 122 Laurens St., SW, Aiken | $20 | This one-of-a-kind event features vintage pieces from 21 incredible antique exhibitors, guest lecturers, daily lunches, and a Sunday Shrimp & Grits and Blood Mary Bar brunch.*

Saturday, Feb. 4

Sweetgrass Basket Weaving Workshop | Saturday, Feb. 4 | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston | $75-$105 | Join an in-depth instruction on sweetgrass basketry — spaces are filling quickly.
Two-Day Food Truck Festival | Saturday, Feb. 4-Sunday, Feb. 5 | 12 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | Free | Dig into the most food trucks to date at the distillery with refreshments including beer and Firefly craft cocktails — chairs and blankets recommended.
Oysters on the Point | Saturday, Feb. 4 | 2-6 p.m. | Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, 20 Patriots Point Rd., Mount Pleasant | $10 | Celebrate oyster season on the beach with live music, drink specials, and buckets of oysters.

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Closed

Steve Madden has closed its doors at 287 King St. You can still shop the shoe and clothing retailer at its other Lowcountry location at Tanger Outlets in North Charleston. 👠 (The Post and Courier)

Civic

Heads up, taxpayers. Charleston County Public Library has partnered with SC Thrive, VITA, and AARP to offer free tax filing assistance at select branches. Check appointment times. (WCBD)
Calling all Dorchester County residents: The county is calling for community feedback on public safety in order to improve its services. Take this survey by Friday, March 3. 📋

Job

A local business is making a $3 million investment and plans to hire 100 new employees. Aventus, a call center services company, will hire for a variety of positions in the few years including client support managers and marketing roles. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Plan Ahead

“Septima,” a play about the life of local civil rights leader Septima Clark, will run Thursday, March 9-Saturday, April 1 at Cannon Street Arts Center. Get tickets.
Oysterfest is returning to SC Aquarium on Friday, Feb. 24. Snag passes to dig into local oysters by the Charleston Harbor and explore the aquarium’s exhibits during this after-hours event. 🦪
Mark your calendars for a pop-up shop on Thursday, Feb. 23 at The Longboard on Sullivan’s Island with local swimwear company Citrine Swim. The free event will kick off the new Pop-Ups on the Patio local shopping series.

Eat

Looking to add some new dinner recipes to your weekly repertoire? We’re bookmarking this potato and leek soup, this skillet lasagna, and these feta chicken kabobs. 🍳*

Traffic

What we’re buying for our cars: Dash cams. The REDTIGER Dual Dash Camera captures both the front and rear of your car and can be a lifesaver when it comes to contesting traffic violations and recording evidence of collisions. Plus, it connects to your mobile device. 🚦*

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(Deli)cious eats downtown

A deli opens in downtown Charleston

Don’t miss out on the pastries. | Photo by CHStoday

Hey, it’s Tate. I recently attended the soft opening of Harriet’s Delicatessen, a new concept at Baguette Magic’s downtown location. I snacked on pastrami sandwiches, bagels, and black and white cookies. The eatery will be open from February to April for breakfast and lunch.

This modern Jewish deli was named after a New Yorker who moved south in the 1940s. Harriet was a patron of the arts and pillar of the community. Mayor Tecklenburg dropped by the opening to show his support for the deli and Harriet’s story.

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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Tatum.

Editor’s pick: Who else knows stories like “Inside Out,” “Toy Story,” and “Peter Pan” by heart? Good news: It’s our time to shine. 🍿

On Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m., head to IOP for a Disney and Pixar-themed trivia night at Islander 71. Compete to win prizes while you dig into eats like shrimp and grits and she-crab soup.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Take a look at the Naval base redevelopment project, here.

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Editorial: Alexandra Garian, Tatum Jacaruso, Erin McPherson, Emily Shea, Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto, Dayten Rose, Sarah Leonhardt, Katie Smith | Send us a scoop, question, or feedback.

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