Plus, tips on when and where to watch the Perseid meteor shower.
 
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Today’s Forecast

90º | 58% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:39 a.m. | Sunset 8:12 p.m.
High tide 12:37 p.m. | Low tides 6:17 a.m. + 6:47 p.m.
 

Editor’s Note
Good morning, CHS — City Editor Callie here. It’s been a gray, gloomy, and wet week, but Erika + I are hoping this newsletter packed with good news helps brighten up your morning.

ICYMI, we’re excited to send you even more local news and events in your inbox six days a week.
 
Top Stories
This photo shows a rainy day in the French Quater.

5+ free things to do in CHS | Enjoy the 843 for free. Yes, you read that right — free. We know exploring the Holy City can come with a hefty price tag, so we’ve rounded up things to do and places to see that will give the wallet a break.

The Milky Way over Folly Beach.

Watch the Perseid meteor shower in Charleston | Ready for a show? The Palmetto State is a prime spot to watch the Perseid meteor shower.

A triangle sail boat on the water at sunset.

Cougars in Paris | College of Charleston assistant sailing coach Ian Barrows wins bronze in the men’s skiff event Team USA.
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What’s your favorite free thing to do in CHS?
A. Visit a local beach
B. Enjoy a park
C. Artwalks
D. Other
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Events
This Weekend
  • Intro to Hawaiian Hula with Fine Rosen | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Park Circle Community Building | $10 | Learn the basics of Hawaiian Hula dance with the Charleston Pasifiki Dancers.
  • Inclusive Prom | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 6-8 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Town Hall Gym | $0-$4 | Community members of all abilities are invited to dance to the DJ + make memories that will last a lifetime at the inclusive prom.
  • Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | 1977 Maybank Hwy. (behind the Pour House) | Price of purchase | Enjoy a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive community event where you can buy quality goods from local farmers and small businesses.
  • First Day Festival | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 1-4 p.m. | Charleston Gaillard Center + Liberty Square | Free | The City of Charleston will welcome thousands of students and their families to prepare for the school year.
Plan Ahead
  • Cocktails for a Cause | Tuesday, Aug. 13 | 6-8 p.m. | Harbour Club at Westedge | $50 | Join the event benefiting the Lowcountry Ovarian Cancer Alliance — your ticket includes appetizers + a chance to win one of several door prizes.
  • Sip and Shop for Conservation | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Rivers & Glen Trading Co. | Price of purchase | Prepare for hunting season while supporting the Lowcountry Land Trust.
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News Notes
Weather
  • Update. The Live 5 Weather team says Tropical Storm Debby produced seven tornadoes this week. Take a look at where the tornadoes touched down + how strong they were.
Community
  • Several Lowcountry cities and towns have made changes to trash collection schedules. Yard debris + garbage pickup will resume next week for the City of Charleston. Check out the revised schedules for the other parts of town. (WCBD)
Real Estate
  • The Fort Moultrie Post Exchange on Sullivan’s Island has been listed for $11.9 million. The home was originally built in 1906 as a recreation hall for soldiers. The 8,864-sqft space is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places + fitted with a wine cellar, pool, gym, sauna, and recreation room.
Shop
  • Get ready to go back to school with a party at The Mills House. The iconic pink hotel is hosting a Sip N’ Shop on Thursday, Aug. 22 on its rooftop terrace. Attendees can shop with several local vendors while enjoying live entertainment and complimentary drinks.
Open
  • You now have a new dining option in Park Circle, Barnyard Chicken is open in North Charleston. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
Jobs
Legacy
  • It takes a village, as they say. As proud Charlestonians, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died. (The Post and Courier)
 
City Guide

Understanding your school system

20+ elementary, middle, and high schools in Charleston
screenshot of charleston county schools map
Schools in CCSD stretch across the map + are located in several Lowcountry cities and towns. | Map by CHStoday via proxi maps
We’re giving you the 411 on Charleston County School District, the Palmetto State’s second-largest school district. Keep reading for details on enrollment, student-teacher ratio, tuition, and data (thanks to data from US News & World Report) on some of the area’s major public and private schools.

Note: This is not a comprehensive list. Find the full list of CCSD schools here.

Fast facts about CCSD:
  • 80+ schools
  • ~50,000 students
  • High school graduation rate is 76.7%
  • 97.8% of CCSD teachers are licensed
  • 88% of the district’s teachers have more than three years of experience
Psst — don’t let school traffic impact your plans. See our map for a visual of where these Charleston-area schools are located.
Explore CCSD schools
 
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