Ralph Mancini

The festive beats of steel drums permeated Riverfront Park during the Sept. 1 summer/fall opening of Jazz in the Park. The North Charleston Pops! event saw The Island Trio enthrall a sea of fans in their lawn chairs to rhythmic renditions of popular tunes, including "Overkill" by Men at Work and "Hot Hot Hot" by the late Buster Poindexter (aka David Johansen). In addition, attendees at the free gathering indulged in ice cream with stunning views of the Cooper River, which served as a dreamy backdrop for the outdoor performance. Future Jazz in the Park dates are: Sept. 15, Sept. 22 and Oct. 20. MoMo Riverfront Park, First Capital Bank and Brewsters Real Ice Cream of Summerville are the sponsors of the concert series.

In a day and age where politeness is in short supply, Mount Pleasant receptionist Theresa Horan stands out for her exceptional customer service skills.

St. Matthew's Lutheran Church's Tenth Annual OKTOBERFEST on Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. promises to be another bustling, spirited event that attracts hundreds of locals and tourists year after year.

Following his 2025 literary debut, "Lessons from the Admiral: Naval Wisdom and Sea Stories for Leaders," author Mark Fava is entering unchartered waters with his September release of an illustrated hardcover children's story.

A growing number of unregulated charter businesses are flooding Mount Pleasant's Shem Creek area, as two boat tour agency owners are citing how untrained boat operators are putting people's lives in peril.

Join the 88 Club during their next Sept. 16 early-bird meeting at Sunrise Bistro in Mount Pleasant.

While the prospect of adding a YMCA on undeveloped town-owned property on Faison Road seemed like a popular idea at an Aug. 3 special council meeting, local lawmakers have opted to keep their options open.

A local woman's dedication to redirect behaviorally challeneged and/or conflicted youngsters on the right path is paying notable dividends in the Charleston area.

The historic population growth in the Mount Pleasant area and surrounding communities is creating new job opportunities, especially for those working in healthcare.

Rounds of applause were in order in celebrating Mount Pleasant Deputy Chief Pat Carter's 30 years of loyalty and service to the community at the Sept. 8 town council meeting.