Sand sculptors flocked to the Isle of Palms to construct their greatest designs at the annual Piccolo Spoleto Sand Sculpting Competition on June 3.
The top women's tennis talent battled it out on the court at the Credit One Charleston Open from April 1-9.
A drizzly start to the March 28 game set the tone for the Battling Bishops varsity baseball team, who couldn’t seem to overcome the Oceanside Collegiate Academy Landsharks — ranked first for South Carolina AA schools by the SC Baseball Coaches Association as of March 13 — who had an early le…
The Oceanside Collegiate Academy Landsharks are headed to the South Carolina High School League AA State Championship game after a 75-38 victory in the Lower State championship on Feb. 24. against Andrew Jackson High School.
After narrowly beating Andrew Jackson High School in the Lower State championships 39-38, Bishop England girls basketball secured a spot in the South Carolina High School League AA State Championship game.
With a single swish of the net, Palmetto Christian Academy sophomore and forward Cokey Suddeth earned her 1,000th career point. Before the ball bounced back on the court, the crowd went wild. Cheers echoed in the PCA gym as friends proudly waved around handmade signs commemorating Suddeth's …
Oceanside Collegiate Academy had back-to-back varsity basketball victories over Bishop England High School on Jan. 17. The Landsharks began the night neck and neck with the Battling Bishops, with the girls playing a close game. OCA pulled through in the final half of the game to win by four …
What started as a foggy morning on Jan. 5 quickly turned into another spectacle as 24 C-17s flew north over the Arthur J. Ravenel Bridge. Spectators lined the walkway of the bridge, with cameras, phones and American flags at the ready to view a large flyover and mission generation exercise —…
Artisans set up shop each day along the Sweetgrass Basket Makers Highway on Highway 17 in Mount Pleasant to sell their handmade basket. The sweetgrass basket making tradition dates back nearly 300 years when slaves were brought to South Carolina from West Africa. Several generations later, t…
We asked our readers to submit a photo of their pet celebrating the holidays. From a bird in a Christmas hat to a pair of dogs in pajamas, the photos did not disappoint. The winner of the pet contest received a $100 gift card to Michael's Barkery in Daniel Island.
Wando and Lucy Beckham High Schools battled it out in varsity basketball for the first time in the schools' histories at a sold-out game on Dec. 9. The girls varsity teams played a tough, physical game with the Wando Lady Warriors ultimately taking the win over the Beckham Bengals, 49-40. Th…
Oceanside Collegiate Academy claimed the win over Bishop England High School in their conference game on Oct. 21. The Landsharks scored 36-0 over the Battling Bishops, bringing the team's overall conference record for the season to 3-1. Bishop England was unable to get the upper hand, fallin…
The USS Clamagore departed from its home of more than 40 years at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum. As the World War II-era submarine started its journey to Norfolk, Va. to complete the final stage of the dismantling process, visitors gathered on the USS Yorktown for the final sendoff.
Students at Whitesides Elementary School in Mount Pleasant raised over $100,000 in two weeks during the fifth annual Parent Teacher Association Color Run fundraiser. To celebrate exceeding the six-digit fundraising goal, students participated in a color run on Oct. 14, where PTA volunteers t…
The Palmetto Christian Academy varsity football team put up a good fight against Academic Magnet High School on Sept. 16. The AMHS Raptors ultimately took the win against PCA, for a 26-10 loss for the Fightin' Eagles.
Moultrie News thanks all who attended the 20s-themed party at Alhambra Hall on Sept. 7. It was a special opportunity to celebrate the local businesses that help Mount Pleasant thrive. Attendees dressed in their best flappers and suspenders while listening to music from Jared Petteys and the …
For the first time, Mount Pleasant neighbors, Wando High School and Lucy Beckham High School, faced off in the "Battle of Mount Pleasant" football game on Aug. 26.
The town of Mount Pleasant came together to celebrate Gullah Geechee culture and tradition at the 18th annual Sweetgrass Festival. Families and festivalgoers admired sweetgrass baskets small and large, jewelry, art, clothing, song, dance and plenty of sunshine made for a perfect Saturday at…
Family, friends and coworkers gathered to celebrate Vickey Boyd's retirement from the Moultrie News after a 50-year career in the newspaper industry.
Michael's Barkery in Daniel Island asked customers to send in pictures of their pets to celebrate Michael Patrohay's birthday. For every photo submitted, the pet-focused bakery donated $5 to Pet Helpers for a total of $500 donated to the charity.
The annual Blessing of the Fleet Festival invites guests to Waterfront Park in Mount Pleasant to watch as each shrimping trawler is blessed with a prayer.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is open on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at 645 Coleman Blvd. near Moultrie Middle School. The market offers fresh produce, food vendors and local goods.
Academic Magnet High School’s annual #PinkStrong game is in honor of Coach Jason Hamil’s friend Ben Pinkerton who died from stage 4 colon cancer in 2015. Over the years, Hamil said the game has evolved into a colon cancer awareness event as it raises money for the Colorectal Cancer Alliance.
Friends, family and staff at Pitt Street Pharmacy surprised Kim Richardson with a retirement celebration on March 27. Mayor Will Haynie gave Richardson a key to the Town to honor his achievements.
Take a walk with us along Pitt Street Bridge Park with a visit to the nearby Alhambra Playground. Check out our Walk in the Park series of stories for more information about our public parks.
Daniel Island Trail stretches along the Wando River and is easily accessed by driving down River Landing Road through the island’s downtown.
Nurses at East Cooper Medical Center dressed babies in pink outfits to get in the spirit of Valentine's Day.
The 26th annual Christmas Light Parade on Dec. 12 started with a fireworks show and continued with a parade of floats from local businesses, music from high school marching bands and ended with Santa Claus riding in the fire rescue boat.
The Patriots Point Foundation and Maj. Gen. James E. Livingston USMS (Ret) joined forces and held a sporting clay shoot that raised more than $46,000 to go toward construction of the South Carolina Veterans Chapel.
Lowcountry Landscapes provides a place for our readers to share a photo of the beautiful places in our area. We are looking for natural landscapes, harbors, beaches, buildings, parks, bridges, marshes, and any other spot you, the reader, wants to share. No people, but birds, bees, turtles, d…
The Town of Mount Pleasant's mayor, Will Haynie, together with the Mount Pleasant Culture, Arts & Pride Commission regularly introduces new art works to the Town Hall. At the end of August the Mayor's Music & Art Reception was held and visitors got a chance to meet several of the art…
The Mount Pleasant Police Department invited the community to chat over a cup of coffee at Maple Street Biscuit Company on July 30. This was the first Coffee with a Cop event since the pandemic. “It’s really truly a way to meet and greet your police department, ask questions (or) air any con…
At Patriots Point visitors can step into the past by taking a walk through the Vietnam Experience exhibit. Designed to immerse a visitor in the sights and sounds of the Vietnam War, it is a place for reflection. for more information about Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum in Mount P…
Wando High School's Class of 2021's 929 graduates received their hard-earned diplomas during three separate ceremonies on June 18 and 19. "You represent the best in American Youth," said Dr. Sherry Eppelsheimer, principal at Wando. "You've come together as Wando Warriors and become a class t…
Looking for things to do this summer? Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum is a trip into the past that is suitable for all ages. The USS Yorktown aircraft carrier offers a chance to get up close to exhibits, aircraft and artifacts spanning WWII, Korean War and Vietnam War.
The Isle of Palms annual Sand Sculpting Contest held June 5 at Front Beach featured all kinds of creative and inventive constructions, from a dog playing the piano to a whale bursting out of the sand. Participants included teams of families and individuals, children and adults.
Strawberry picking, pie eating and whirling carnival rides, along with two friendly competitions for Miss Berry Princess and Little Mr. John Deere were just a few of the family-friendly activities at this year's Strawberry Festival at Boone Hall Plantation.