Around Charleston
1 - Michelin Guide Coming to South Carolina - The esteemed Michelin Guide is expanding to the American South to include Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and the pre-existing Atlanta Guide. READ MORE
2 - Blue Angels Flyby - The Blue Angels did a surprise low and loud flyover of the Holy City on their way to the Beaufort Air Show. Local videographer and Instagrammer Matt Peacock captured a great video. WATCH HERE
3 - Charleston Library Used Book Store - Charleston Friends of the Library is moving into the Citadel Mall ahead of the downtown library renovations. Open M-F, 10 am-2 pm for all your used book needs. READ MORE
Historic Home of the Week
2 Bedons Alley - The Humphrey Sommers House (c.1778) features EIGHT fireplaces, a climate-controlled, 2-car garage, and a spacious courtyard in the South of Broad neighborhood, less than 2 blocks from the waterfront.
4 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 4945 sqft | $6,450,000
State Of The City and 2 New Entertainment Options Coming to Festival Centre
Mayor Cogswell’s State of the City Address
🏗️ Development Projects
Sumar Street (West Ashley):
Largest investment in West Ashley history
Includes workforce housing, public space, and support for local business
Union Pier TIF District:
Created for smart, community-focused redevelopment
Developed through public input and long-term planning
🚧 Infrastructure Improvements
Stormwater upgrades and sidewalk repairs underway
Continued investment in the Lowcountry Lowline
New parks and two state-of-the-art rec centers in West Ashley & Johns Island
🚗 Roads & Growth
Acknowledges development has outpaced infrastructure—especially on Johns Island
Transportation relief is now a top priority
City plans to work with other agencies for long-term solutions
🚨 Public Safety
10% drop in crime citywide
Significant progress on King Street cleanup
DUI arrests up 30%, traffic fatalities down 40%
New fire stations planned for Daniel Island, West Ashley, and Johns Island
📊 Long-Term Vision (25-Year Plan)
City conducting comprehensive audit of:
Roads, traffic patterns, housing, flood zones, parks, fire stations
Every project will now be considered in context of others
Goal: guide smart investment for the next 25 years
🏛️ City Government Improvements
Organizational restructuring to improve efficiency
Breaking down silos between departments
Empowering staff to make common-sense, resident-focused decisions
🤝 Regional Cooperation
Plans for stronger collaboration with:
Charleston County
Charleston County School District
State & federal government
Neighboring municipalities
🔭 Final Takeaways
Much has been accomplished, but more work lies ahead
Commitment to transparency, smart planning, and putting residents first
Vision for Charleston: resilient, connected, thriving—built for the future
Festival Centre in North Charleston is getting TWO new forms of indoor entertainment
*Festival Centre is located at 5101 Ashley Phosphate Rd at the intersection of Dorchester Rd
PickleRage
Grand opening planned for Summer/Fall 2025
Charleston joins the growing nationwide pickleball movement
🏟️ Inside the Facility
Huge 40,195 sq ft indoor space with 13 premium courts
Climate-controlled for year-round comfort
Easy, app-based online court booking system
💥 Why It Matters
Great chance to learn the fastest-growing sport in the U.S.
Connect with a community of local players
Access tournament-level courts just minutes from home
ParTee Shack
Raleigh-based entertainment center expanding to the Lowcountry
This will be their 4th location—and each one is uniquely designed
⛳ Activities Galore
Indoor mini golf featuring their signature school bus obstacle
Electric go-karts that hit speeds over 40 mph
Arcade games, zip-line, dodgeball, disc golf, and foosball
Total footprint: a massive 77,000 square feet
🍕 Food & Drinks
Full restaurant serving pizza, appetizers, and more
Full bar for adult-friendly fun
📍 Location Details
Coming to the same shopping center as PickleRage, announced earlier this week
Opening date: slated for 2026, according to their Instagram
👀 What Makes It Special?
Every location is different—no cookie-cutter design here
Combines high-speed thrills with nostalgic mini golf vibes
🔥 Our Take
We’re already planning our first lap on the go-kart track
Start the smack talk now—tag the friend you can’t wait to crush in the comments
2290 Deer Sight Way, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
6 beds | 3 full, 2 half baths | 2529 sqft
$799,000
Assumable VA Loan at 2.35% - 6-Bedroom Southern Garden Oasis in Private Cul-de-Sac! Welcome to your dream home in Planners Pointe — a beautifully renovated 6-bedroom, 3-bath stunner tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac. One of the biggest perks? It comes with a rare assumable VA loan at just 2.35% — and no appraisal is required. That's a huge win in today's market. From the moment you walk in, you'll notice the care that's gone into transforming this home into something special. The kitchen has been fully updated and the primary bathroom is completely reimagined — spa-like, modern, and full of thoughtful touches. Step outside and you'll feel like you've entered your own private retreat. The backyard is completely private no other homes in view and it's truly a gardener's paradise. The organic blackberry garden is something you won't want to miss. Whether you're relaxing with your morning coffee or spending weekends planting and soaking in the sun, this space is something you just don't find every day.
Question: How do I get my home as the featured listing?
Answer: Email Bill ([email protected]) and ask!
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This weekend starts Charleston County Schools’ Spring break, which means trying to work between sibling fights, requests to play, and being a snack runner. But I wouldn’t have it any other way. Bike rides and passing the football as a break from work on a Monday isn’t a bad thing. Highs will be in the 70’s and 80s and it’s Masters Weekend. What more could you ask for.
As always, I appreciate you taking the time to read the newsletter and follow the Instagram account. I’ve teased the next endeavor a little, but it’s now taking shape: The ChuckTown Report Podcast. We have our first few guests lined up and are looking for a few more. What local leaders and people of influence would you like me to interview? Reply to this email and let me know who and why they would make a great guest. Can’t wait to hear all your great responses.
Have a great week!
-Bill
Father, Husband, Realtor, Content Creator, Newsletter Editor & now Podcast Host. I’m going to run out of room pretty soon!
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