Blackout Hits Berkeley Charleston | Charleston News

A Safe Harbor for Every Child | Charleston News

Saint Andrews School is launching a heartfelt campaign to expand its “Safe Harbor for Every Child” room—a calming, STEM-infused space for K-5 students to reset, recharge, and thrive emotionally. With 36 years of experience, director Sharon Thompson shares how this sensory-rich haven helps kids manage big feelings and return to learning ready to grow. Donations will fund cozy seating, calming lights, fidget tools, and hands-on STEM activities. Enrollment is projected to rise from 120 to 150 students this year—making this space more vital than ever. Support their mission at DonorsChoose. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a6a45aa94dc81c45

Blackout Hits Berkeley Charleston | Charleston News

A major power outage hit Berkeley and Charleston counties, leaving over 20,000 customers without electricity for about an hour—mostly due to a transmission line failure near Rifle Range Road. Traffic lights went dark north of the Isle of Palms Connector, forcing police to manually direct traffic. While power is restored and the issue is resolved, the blackout exposed just how dependent we are on electricity for safety and daily life, requiring swift emergency response to keep things running. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/da3d872cb7f5b9bd

South Carolina Senate Primary Battle | Charleston News

South Carolina’s Republican Senate primary is a wild, nine-candidate race where recognition, cash, and voter mobilization will decide the winner—no one’s likely to win outright, setting up a high-stakes runoff with just weeks to go before the general election. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5101e13d91b53b41

Charleston Residents Shape Tourism Future | Charleston News

Charleston’s tourism future is being shaped by YOU—residents are invited to weigh in on a major update to the city’s tourism strategy, dubbed “The Charleston Standard,” a name chosen by locals themselves. After a 2015 review, the city has launched a 12-minute community survey open until October 8, plus three open studio sessions in September and October where staff will share progress and answer questions. Bloomberg Associates helped analyze best practices from other cities and interviewed 70+ locals, but the Mayor reminds everyone: the real experts are the people who live and work here daily. Stay tuned via city social media and newsletters to join the conversation and help define Charleston’s next chapter. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/25c9512ae3d36c82

Drunk Driver Kills Two Teens in Charleston Crash | Charleston News

A chilling crash in North Charleston claims two teens’ lives when Ashner Nelson, 31, allegedly slammed into their BMW at over 100 mph after drinking margaritas, martinis, and shots. Prosecutors say she ran red lights and drove drunk, with blood tests revealing a BAC of .24—triple the legal limit. Defense challenges the evidence, arguing no visible signs of intoxication and questioning the warrant’s validity, but the judge sided with prosecutors, citing traffic footage. The trial, now in its early stages, pits a harrowing eyewitness account against legal maneuvering as the jury prepares to decide Nelson’s fate. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1ccfd3fb31669c9e