Hello Friday.
March 29 2024
The US Army Corps of Engineers recently released an update on its Charleston Peninsula Sea Wall proposal — the original plan was released in April 2020. The sea wall would be built around downtown Charleston ~8 feet above the tide flood line to protect against storm surge + sea level rise.
Optimized Plan | Photo by Management Support Branch, Charleston District, USACE
The total cost of the project has decreased from $1.7 billion to $1.1 billion. The City of Charleston would contribute 35% and the federal government would contribute the other 65%. For every $1 invested in the project, there will be an estimated $10.20 return on investment.
The wave attenuating structure, or rock jetty, has been removed from the project and living shorelines such as oyster reefs along the western side of downtown have been added. Wetland impacts have been decreased from 111 acres to 35 acres.
The update also includes $50 million in aesthetic adjustments to better incorporate the sea wall into historic Charleston. The new plan features modeled storm surge impacts to James Island, West Ashley, Mt. Pleasant, Daniel Island, and North Charleston.
If you’re interested in a comprehensive breakdown of the update, register below for tomorrow's free webinar from 4-5:30 p.m. with the Historic Charleston Foundation.
Today
- Wildlife in the Wetlands Bike Tour | Mon., Sept. 20 | 11-1 p.m. | Sanctuary Hotel, 1 Sanctuary Beach Dr., Kiawah Island | $25 | Ride through Kiawah’s diverse ecosystems + learn about native wildlife — reservation required. 🚲
- Open Mic Comedy Night | Mon., Sept. 20 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Sparrow, 1078 E. Montague Ave. Ste. D, North Charleston | Free, donations accepted | Laugh along with some of the Lowcountry’s favorite comics at this 21+ show.
Tuesday
- Pechakucha 37: The Great Return | Tues., Sept. 21 | 8 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $12+ | Experience Japanese culture with this traditional presentation featuring a diverse lineup of DJs, vocalists + dancers.
- Keys to an Exceptional Retirement | Tues., Sept. 21 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Citadel Tommy & Victoria Baker School of Business, 89 Hagood Ave., Bastin Hall, Rm. 207 | $39 | Learn everything you need to know about transitioning into retirement. 💵
Wednesday
- Nurse Blake: The PTO Comedy Tour | Wed., Sept. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $29.50+ | Come out for this 18+ comedy show that celebrates the hard work of healthcare providers.
Thursday
- Movie Night | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 6:30-9 p.m. | The Restoration Hotel | $15 | Head downtown for a rooftop screening of “Mean Girls” + snack on popcorn or candy included with admission. 🍿
- Let’s Talk Hawks | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 1-3 p.m. | Johns Island County Park | $9 | Expand your horizons by identifying + investigating some of the Lowcountry’s native bird species. 🦅
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Weather
- 82º | Showers | 58% chance of rain
Tide
- Low: 2:03 a.m. + 2:20 p.m.
- High: 8:06 a.m. + 8:37 p.m.
Open
- Downtown eatery Harold’s Cabin has reopened after closing for 18 months during the pandemic. The restaurant has updated its service model, menu, and bar + added more rooftop seating. We want to try the new Street Corn-Bread. (Holy City Sinner)
Network
- Mt. Pleasant’s largest networking event is this Thursday from 1-6 p.m. at the Omar Shrine Center + admission is free. The Business & Community Expo will feature interactive booths, food, games, prizes, vendors, happy hour, and a mascot parade — watch Charlie T. RiverDog strut his stuff. (CRBJ Bizwire)
Festival
- Charleston Pride has postponed its 2021 festival + will instead hold smaller, outdoor events during Pride Week. Head to the Rainbow Market on Sept. 25 at Closet Case Thrift Store in North Charleston — thrift, snack, and explore 20+ local vendors like Bitty Chip Cookies and Grease Kelly Vintage. 🌈 (Holy City Sinner)
Concert
- Live Under The Oaks fall concert series will be held every Thursday of October at Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre. The series will kick off with Charleston-based The Pluff Mud String Band, followed by Wombat Junction, Lyn Avenue, and Jared Petteys and the Headliners. 🎶 (Holy City Sinner)
Answered
- Last week, we asked which local banks have the highest interest rate for a money market account. Reader John B. (no, not that John B.) suggested checking out Beacon Community Bank on East Bay Street for the highest local savings + money market rates. 🏦
Community
- The Charleston Parks Conservancy received a $5,000 Publix Charities Grant to support its community garden program and help fight food insecurity. The Conservancy has donated 2,561 pounds of produce in 2021 to local organizations such as the Lowcountry Food Bank + James Island Outreach. 🍅
History
- A new book titled “Hurricane Hugo” tells the story of roofing contractor Edward Murton who traveled to Charleston in 1989 to help rebuild the city after the storm. The book is now available on Amazon. 📘 (Holy City Sinner)
Biz
- Potato chip company Lowcountry Kettle has partnered with Rough House Pictures — a local production company founded in part by Danny McBride. The chips are stocked in the company’s break room. Danny McBride produces and stars in HBO’s “The Righteous Gemstones,” partially filmed in Charleston.
Did you know Crab Bank in Charleston Harbor is being restored? Charleston’s Coastal Conservation League posted a progress video of the project, which will add 660,000+ cubic yards of material to the bank to create 32 acres of nesting ground for local seabirds. 🪶
Original video by @adamlawtonboozer
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