08.31.2023

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New dolphin species alert

5 questions with Lauren Rust, Executive Director of the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network

New Dolphin Species - Tamanend's Bottlenose Dolphin

Captivating discovery: The newly identified Tamanend’s Bottlenose Dolphin species found in Charleston’s waters sparks excitement and conservation efforts.
| Photo by Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network

Newsflash: The dolphins that you see in the Charleston rivers are not ordinary, they’re rare and only exist here.

Meet Lauren Rust, the Executive Director of the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network, a leading figure in the recent discovery of a new dolphin species.

Her expertise and dedication have been instrumental in uncovering this groundbreaking revelation. We sat down with her to discuss her involvement in this exciting breakthrough.

What is the identity of this newly discovered species?

The newfound species is named Tamanend’s Bottlenose Dolphin, scientifically classified as Tursiops erebennus.

How can the public, local communities, and policymakers contribute to the conservation of this new dolphin species?

Valuable information can be accessed on our website, fostering awareness about the species’ presence and vulnerability to human impact. Elevating community engagement is pivotal; individuals can serve as advocates by adhering to regulations + federal protection laws, including refraining from feeding or harassing the dolphins. Spreading the excitement and rarity of this new species enhances the shared responsibility for its safeguarding.

What are your future plans for studying and monitoring this new dolphin species? Are there any upcoming projects or initiatives?

While we’re developing plans, particularly regarding our stranding program, which was instrumental in sourcing the samples for this discovery, no definitive initiatives are set. Our hotline (800-922-5431) remains pivotal; it relies on public reporting to aid distressed dolphins, showcasing the significance of community engagement in our efforts.

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Events

Friday, Sept. 1

Charleston RiverDogs Myrtle Beach | Friday, Sept. 1-Sunday, Sept. 3 | Times vary | The Joe, 360 Fishburne St., Charleston | $14-$20 | Head out to the Joe for half-priced hot dogs and baseball fun.
Fossil Friday with the Natural History Department | Friday, Sept. 1 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston |Free | Stop by the museum for this kid-friendly event that gets up and close with fossils.

Saturday, Sept. 2

Farmer’s Market Slow Roll Bike Ride | Saturday, Sept. 2 | 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. | Newington Plantation Pool, 599 King Charles Cir., Summerville | Free | Join the local community for a group bike ride to the farmers market.

Wednesday, Sept. 6

Adult D&D | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 5:30 p.m. | Bees Ferry West Ashley Library, 3035 Sanders Rd., Charleston | Free | Bring your A-game for this dice-fueled competition.

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News Notes

Weather

Idalia moved East overnight, and the Tropical Storm Warning for the Lowcountry has expired. Some areas may continue to experience flooding. (ABC 4)

Drink

Prophet Coffee — a locally-based mobile coffee cart — will open its first brick and mortar cafe on Spruill Avenue in September. In addition to serving SC-roasted Clary Coffee and loose leaf teas, owners Bryson and Savanna Purcell say the cafe menu will be 98% plant-based. (The Post & Courier)

Number

$6.5 billion. That’s how much the recreational boating industry has contributed to the South Carolina economy in 2023, according to recent reports from the SC Boating and Fishing Alliance. It is estimated that boating currently supports 27,100 jobs across the state, up 80% from 2018. (Charleston City Paper)

Shop

This fall, Etto Leisure Cars plans to relocate one of its three local showrooms to the Bowman Place Shopping Center in Mount Pleasant. The company is known for its selection of new and pre-owned golf carts. (The Post & Courier)

Home

Are you changing the air filter in your home frequently enough? Here’s why indoor air quality matters and how you can improve the quality in your home.*

Concert

Get ready to rock, CHS. Head to the City of West Columbia (a ~2 hour drive) for the first-ever Meeting Street Music Fest on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 4-8 p.m. See the lineup.*

Health

Do you have a relative who could benefit from at-home health care? Enter: homeRN Charleston, a concierge caregiving service here in Charleston. Learn more.*

Job

The production organization behind XScream Scapes — a haunted attraction opening Sept. 29 in North Charleston — is currently hiring interactive actors. Evening and weekend shifts will be available through Nov. 2 and pay $13 per hour. Applicants must be 16 years, or older.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Will Edmond

From the editor

Did you know The Holy City is home to many American firsts, including the first museum, public college, playhouse, and golf club?

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