Friends, Family, Community
City Council Passes Additional COVID-19 Protective Measures
At their meeting July 14, Charleston City Council passed a set of additional emergency measures [attached] to protect the community against the spread of COVID-19, which went into effect citywide on July 15, 2020. These include: · Amended mask requirement clarifying that it applies to all areas of the city · Increased penalties for noncompliance · 50% capacity in…
Read MoreSherry Coutain of Horry County Receives the Murray L. Vincent Outstanding Prevention Professional Award
Sherry Coutain was awarded the 2020 Murray L. Vincent Outstanding Prevention Professional award. Due to COVID-19 concerns, the award was presented at a small gathering at Riverfront Park in Conway, South Carolina. Coutain will be recognized alongside the 2021 recipient at Fact Forward’s Annual Conference, Summer Institute 2021. Coutain is the Family Life Educator at Family…
Read MoreAugust 2020 Events and Programs at Charleston County Parks – Limited capacity; subject to change
Program capacity is limited and subject to cancellation. Extra safety measures will be in place specific to each event and program. August Special Events Inclusive Swim Night West County Aquatic Center Sat., Aug. 1, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. People with special needs and their families are invited to an unforgettable night at your…
Read MoreBlack Ink Book Festival Announces Keynote Speaker and Summer Book Club
Black Ink: A Charleston African American Book Festival will host New York Times bestselling author Kwame Mbalia during its 2021 festival. The author of the middle-grade novel “Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky” will be featured as the keynote speaker. Charleston Friends of the Library Director, Jeanell Marvin is elated to have Mbalia…
Read MoreFetter Announces New COVID-19 Testing Schedule in Charleston County
Fetter Health Care Network (Fetter) shared its upcoming Free COVID-19 testing schedule in Charleston County for the week of July 20, 2020 along with updates to its testing procedures. All registration is now completed on-site; however, individuals may visit FetterCovid19Screening.org to print the registration form prior to arrival. Patients are simply asked to arrive at their preferred testing…
Read MoreLocal Hospitality Group to Sponsor Scholarships to YWCA Greater Charleston’s Racial Equity Institute
Glowfisch Hospitality, acclaimed for its health-conscious menus made from local farm food at restaurants across the Charleston area, is concerned about local health in another sphere: Charleston’s racial atmosphere. To encourage the growth of racial equity in the Charleston region, the hospitality company has committed $10,000 to sponsor scholarships for executives and staff in the…
Read MoreVirtual Summit: Once Defined By Our Past, We Now Define Our Future
Local leaders will come together Thursday, July 23 at 6 p.m. for an online Virtual Summit to discuss difficult stories from their past and how they were able to move past them and become successful. Their core message is that our background does not define who we are and that, no matter your past, we all…
Read MoreCharleston International Airport to Require Face Coverings
The Charleston International Airport is now requiring anyone entering the facility to wear a mask. Guests should bring a face covering with them so they can be worn throughout their time in the airport. Acceptable face coverings include bandanas, scarves, t-shirts and other fabric that’s held in place over a person’s nose and mouth. Guests…
Read MoreCity of Charleston Launches Citibot, Text Message Communication Tool for Residents and Government
The city of Charleston has launched Citibot, an interactive text messaging and customer service tool for civic engagement with government. With Citibot, residents and visitors of Charleston will be able to use text message-based technology to easily access city information regarding business licenses, garbage and trash collection, permits, public meetings and more. Citizens can also…
Read MoreBlack-Owned Superhero Brand Offers Hope & Escapism in Times of Pain
Aza Comics, owned by black woman creator Jazmin Truesdale and known for its roster of multicultural female superheroes, is aiming to continue providing hope and escapism for the world as people support the Black Lives Matter movement. “Aza Comics has always addressed the issues of black people in its storylines,” says Truesdale, “I’m just happy…
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