08.13.2024

Today’s Forecast

87º | 67% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:41 a.m. | Sunset 8:07 p.m.
Low tides 8:35 a.m. + 9:40 p.m. | High tide 3:13 p.m.

👟 Race ready

Upcoming races to prepare for in the Charleston area

On your mark, get set, go — check out participants from last year’s ARK of SC’s 5K run/walk. | Photo provided by The Ark of SC

Get ready to lace up. The list of races taking place in the Charleston area is packed with runs and walks for all ages and skill levels. Many of these events support local causes, so keep reading to find one that inspires you to prepare for your next race.

Race for the ARK | Saturday, Aug. 24 | Summerville | In its 25th year, this annual race includes a 5K run/walk and a one-mile fun run and ends with a block party with local vendors, food trucks, live music, and kid activities.

9/11 Heroes Run | Saturday, Sept. 14 | Daniel Island | This 5K invites all ages and levels to honor those who we lost on 9/11 and those who still currently serve.

Cooper River Bridge Run Kids Run | Sunday, Sept. 29 | Charleston | Bring the whole family — this kid run will also feature a family festival with face painting, a jump castle + slide, free hot dogs, and more.

Meatball Run 5K | Saturday, Oct. 5 | Summerville | Before you enjoy the Summerville Italian Feast, take part in the second annual 5K or 1-mile fun run.

Turkey Day Run Charleston — The Turkey Run has been a tradition in the Holy City for the last 47 years.
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Photo by @turkeydayrun

Turkey Day Run | Thursday, Nov. 28 | Charleston | An annual Charleston Thanksgiving tradition, you can run or walk through historic downtown Charleston.

Kiawah Island Marathon + Half Marathon | Saturday, Dec. 14 | Kiawah Island | This event features a new course with the race starting and beginning in the West Beach Village.

Reindeer Run | Tuesday, Dec. 24 | Charleston | Dress up in your favorite festive outfit — you can walk or run in this family and pet-friendly 5K race.

Psst, it’s never too early to register for next year’s Cooper River Bridge Run scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2025.

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Events

Tuesday, Aug. 13

Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | Tuesday, Aug. 13 | 3:30-7 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion | Price of purchase | Shop local farm-fresh produce, meats, sauces, baked goods, and other specialty food.

Wednesday, Aug. 14

Sip and Shop for Conservation | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Rivers & Glen Trading Co. | Free | Prepare for hunting and clays season while supporting the Lowcountry Land Trust.

Thursday, Aug. 15

Wine on the Piazza | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Edmondston-Alston House | $25-$30 | Enjoy a self-guided tour, then a glass of wine on the second-story piazza overlooking Charleston Harbor.
Puzzle Competition Night | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 6-7 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing | Free | Be the first to complete a 300-piece puzzle and win a gift card.
Dallas Bakers 2nd Annual Hawaiian Shirt Hootenanny | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 6-9 p.m. | Pour House | $10 | This evening will include a Hawaiian shirt competition, live music, and prizes.

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News Notes

Open

NICO on Shem Creek has reopened after a vehicle collided with the building last weekend. Everyone is safe, and the structure remains sound. Check out how the restaurant has bounced back.

Eat

King Street Foods is a new restaurant located at 347 King St. between Mama Kim’s and Kenny Flowers. The eatery serves Thai cuisine, like red curry with rice, pad see-ew, and tom yum soup. (The Post and Courier)

Drink

Headed to the airport soon? Travelers can now grab a coffee from the new Starbucks at the Charleston International Airport’s Central Marketplace that opens today, Aug. 13, at 11 a.m.

Development

MUSC’s board recently voted to buy Roper Hospital’s nearby campus once Roper moves to North Charleston in 2029. The sale will be in three areas: the 900,000-sqft hospital building, the parcel where the medical office building is, plus the nearby parking, and the parking garages on Doughty + Lucas Streets. (The Post and Courier)

Sports

The Charleston County School District’s preseason Dave Spurlock Football Jamboree, originally scheduled for this Friday, Aug. 16, has been canceled this year. The event was called off due to the effects of Tropical Storm Debby, which prevented many teams from practicing for a week. (WCIV)

Arts

Charleston Stage will present the production, “Fiddler on the Roof,” at the Historic Dock Street Theatre from Wednesday, Aug. 28 through Sunday, Sept. 22. Tickets range from $47-$91. The musical has won nine Tony Awards. (Holy City Sinner)

History

Get up close with archaeologist Andrew Agha and his team as they unearth new discoveries from a historic cellar during “Archaeology in Action: The Kitchen House,” every Wednesday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can catch the action for free with admission to the Nathaniel Russell House Museum.*

Older Adults

Embrace your next adventure in retirement by volunteering with AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP. Use your skills to make a difference, stay active, and gain physical, mental and social benefits. Assist neighbors with grocery shopping or offer companionship to those in need, all while enriching our community (and yourself).*

Try This

🍅 From farm to table

Vegstock, Charleston Grill’s dinner series, returns from Aug. 21 through Aug. 25

This is an opportunity to eat what’s fresh and in season. | Photo provided by The Charleston Place

Vegstock, a six-course tasting menu from some of the region’s best farmers and purveyors, returns next Wednesday, Aug. 21, and will run until Sunday, Aug. 25, at The Charleston Place’s Charleston Grill.

Menu highlights:

Roasted eggplant with a steak au Poivre twist
Cornmeal gnocchi paired with smoky corn cream + shaved summer squash
A stuffed onion served with earthly pickled romesco aioli

Tickets are $150 per person or $250 with wine pairings.

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Answered

Now that the Olympics are over, here’s how readers answered.

What was your favorite sport to watch that featured a local Olympian?

64.9%: Track and Field
19.9%: Other
8.1%: Tennis
5.4%: Sailing
2.7%: Basketball

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor

ICYMI: The Stingrays will have their free fan fest this Saturday, Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the North Charleston Coliseum. Fans can purchase their season tickets, listen to a Q+A session with Stingrays coach Jared Nightingale, and have chances to win prizes, plus more; check it out.

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