06.21.2024

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An $8.3 billion win for South Carolina students

A student and teacher sitting at a desk behind a book and in front of a tiger mural.

The SC Lottery has funded 2.5 million scholarships and grants since it began in 2002. | Photo courtesy of the South Carolina Education Lottery

When you play the South Carolina Education Lottery, your chances of winning vary per game. But Palmetto State students? They win every time.

Since its inception in 2002, the Lottery has provided more than $8.3 billion to support education in South Carolina. So, whenever you play, you know you’re supporting a great cause — our local students.

💸 The money

Wondering how that $8.3 billion was distributed? Let’s talk numbers. Lottery proceeds must be used to support improvements and enhancements for educational purposes and programs.

More than $7.1 billion has been put toward higher education programs, specifically:

$6 billion for scholarships and grants
$180 million for SmartState programs, which established Research Centers for Economic Excellence at Clemson, MUSC, and USC
$203 million for technology upgrades
$754 million for other higher education programs, like enhancing opportunities for low-income and educationally disadvantaged students

More than $1.1 billion has gone to supporting K-12 programs, including:

$517 million for primary education (grades K-5) enhancement programs in reading, math, science, and social studies
$201 million for school buses (think: 2,600+ vehicles)
$104 million for Education Accountability Act programs
$294 million for other K-12 educational programs, like providing equipment and resources to schools

The remaining funds — aka, more than $54 million — have been used to enhance community education throughout the state. Proceeds benefited every county library system in South Carolina, local gambling addiction services, Education Television Network technology upgrades, and more.

A person standing on a basketball court holding a basketball and smiling at the camera. — The Lottery-funded Palmetto Fellows Scholarship made it possible for Ashley to attend Winthrop University.
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Photo courtesy of the South Carolina Education Lottery

🎓 Scholarships + grants

Money raised through the Lottery helps fund a wide variety of scholarships and grants for local students in higher education, including:

LIFE Scholarship
SC HOPE Scholarship
Palmetto Fellows Scholarship
And more

Students interested in applying for lottery-funded scholarships and grants should reach out to the financial aid office at their current school (or school they’re applying to) for help. Pro tip: Check out these eligibility requirements.

Play for fun + win for education

Asked

About how many scholarships + grants has SC Lottery funded since its inception in 2002?

A. 250,000
B. 500,000
C. 1 million
D. 2.5 million

Feeling lucky?

Events

Friday, June 21

Drinks for Dolphins | Friday, June 21 | 5-9 p.m. | Indigo Reef Brewing, 2079 Wambaw Creek Rd., Ste. 1, Charleston | Price of purchase | A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network’s conservation mission.
Flaunt Fitness + Karaoke | Friday, June 21 | 6:30-11 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $30 | Get ready to sweat it out, then sing it out.

Saturday, June 22

Jane DO X Uncommon James | Saturday, June 22 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. | Uncommon James, 309 King St., Charleston | $15 | Sculpt and shop at this workout pop-up at a King Street jewelry store.
Holy City Dance Festival | Saturday, June 22 | 7 p.m. | South of Broadway Theater, 1080 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston | $20 | Local choreographers will present new work at this community-focused dance festival.

Sunday, June 23

Juneteenth Sweetgrass Basket Classes | Sunday, June 23 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Magnolia Plantation, 3550 Ashley River Rd., Charleston | $100 | Create your own one-of-a-kind sweetgrass basket in this special class.
Karaoke Sunday | Sunday, June 23 | 8:30-11:30 p.m. | Tin Roof, 1117 Magnolia Rd., Charleston | Free | Rock the weekday scaries away with a Sunday funday karaoke session.

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News Notes

Weather

Tracking the tropics. Forecasters are keeping an eye on several areas, of activity including the first named storm of the season. The disturbance near our coastline is not expected to strengthen into a tropical system, but we can expect scattered showers and storms today. Get the latest from the Live 5 Weather Team. (WCSC)

Open

A MEGADOCK, which costs between $30-40 million to build, is complete. Officials with Safe Harbor Charleston City shared that the new dock can hold up to ~20 to 30 larger vessels at one time and will serve as a one-stop-shop for folks who need to run to the grocery store, shop downtown, and fuel up. (WCSC)

Charlestonian

Breaking, AKA break dancing, will debut at the Olympic Games in Paris. Lowcountry native Devante Powell (who you may have seen dancing at the Charleston Farmers Market) shares what the sport means to him. See Powell in action at “The Elements” on Saturday, July 20 at Charleston Pour House. Tickets are $25. (WCBD)

Shop

Check out Oyster Candle Co.’s Trucker Hat Bar tonight at the Party at the Point. The event takes place at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina from 5 to 9 p.m. Attendees can enjoy a Jimmy Buffett Tribute, by the band Folly Pirates Over 40. Tickets start at $10.

Pet

Ready for a best friend? Right now, at the Charleston Animal Society, adoption fees are being waived for all dogs one year or older + kitten adoption fees have been cut in half. Plan a visit to the shelter and check out the other ways you can support the animals in need.

Sports

The Citadel has named its new baseball coach. The Bulldogs have tapped Russell Triplett, a West Columbia native and former Clemson Tiger. Tripplett last led the Newberry College team, where he received several honors. (WCIV)

Active

Let’s glow. Next Saturday, June 29, break out all your neon clothes and get ready to play glow pickleball night. The event will run from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., at Crush Yard in Mt. Pleasant. It will cost $25 to join the fun.

Trending

In West Philadelphia born and raised… more like West Ashley. Karyn Parsons, known for her role as Hilary Banks in “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” was in town recently. She hosted two nights of “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” trivia at Charleston Sports in West Ashley and Goose Creek. (The Post and Courier)

Home

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Festival

🌴 Celebrating Carolina Day

Celebrate Carolina Day in Charleston

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The Palmetto Society of Charleston hosts an annual Carolina Day parade that begins at Washington Square Park and ends at White Point Gardens. | Photo courtesy of Palmetto Society

Carolina Day is around the corner, and to celebrate SC’s role in the Revolutionary War, the Historic Charleston Foundation (HCF) is hosting a family event that coincides with the Palmetto Society of Charleston’s annual parade. Pro tip: The parade is free and begins at Washington Square Park and ends at White Point Gardens.

Carolina Day

Since 1777, folks in the Palmetto State have commemorated + celebrated the victory at the Battle of Sullivan’s Island, which took place on June 28, 1776. Some call the battle the first significant American military victory in our nation’s fight for independence from Great Britain.

HCF Carolina Day Event

Families can join HCF in the garden of the Nathaniel Russell House for historic games, snacks, crafts, and storytime. Guests 21+ can also enjoy mimosas.

After the event, guests can walk to Washington Square Park to join the parade at 11:30 a.m. or show support as they walk along Meeting Street.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Callie

From the editor

☀️ TGIF + I hope everyone enjoys the first official weekend of summer.

I want to give a special thank you to reader Marcia S., who shared her favorite way to enjoy a martini. She enjoys the cocktail from Halls Chophouse in Nexton served straight up, with a splash of vermouth + a twist.

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