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4/30/25 - Charleston’s on 🔥: Baseball Blowout, World Champs, and Seuss in Town

INSIDE: CSU crushes it, cheer team wins gold, Dr. Seuss art in town, and the top events for your weekend.

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Beau Whitaker
April 30, 2025

🌤️ WEATHER: High 78°F, Low 66°F, Mostly Sunny. Perfect for a beach walk or patio lunch. 🌊

Editor's Note

We're this close 👌 to hitting 1,000 readers—and it's all thanks to y'all sharing, reading, and being the coolest community in Charleston. Whether you're here for the local sports smackdowns, the new café buzz, or just to find something fun to do this weekend, we're glad you're with us.

Today’s lineup? CSU brought the heat on the diamond, our cheer team literally conquered the world, and there’s a Dr. Seuss art exhibit coming to town that’ll make you feel like a kid again. Not to mention sunshine, 78 degrees, and a newsletter packed with good vibes.

Let’s dive in. 💥

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Table of Contents

Top Stories

CSU brought the bats and the bullpen. With a five-run second inning and 16 total hits, the Bucs left no doubt in a 17–2 rout of Presbyterian. Sunday’s rubber match? It’s shaping up to be must-watch baseball in the Lowcountry.Charleston Southern put on a clinic this weekend, crushing Presbyterian 17-2 to even the series. With strong showings from both hitters and pitchers, all eyes are now on Sunday’s decider.

10,000+ athletes. 25 countries. One gold medal. Charleston’s own Pack Athletics nailed a near-perfect routine in Orlando and claimed the top spot in the world. Second year competing. First place finish. That's how you put a city on your shoulders.Pack Athletics took home gold at The Cheerleading Worlds in Orlando, beating 25 other nations and making Charleston proud!

Big moves from CCSD this week—$65K starting teacher pay, $4K raises for veterans, and discounted childcare for working parents. The message? Our schools are stepping up to support the people shaping Charleston’s future, one student at a time.A new $915M budget bumps salaries and improves support for teachers, ensuring a brighter future for Charleston County schools.

Events & Activities

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This Weekend

Coming Soon

Editor's Pick

North Charleston Arts Fest runs through May 4 — live performances, art displays, and fun for the whole family.

Community & Culture

Celebrate Creativity: Discover Rare Dr. Seuss Art at Charleston's Simpatico Gallery!

From May 2–4, Charleston’s Simpatico Gallery will showcase the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss in a special exhibit titled "Discover the Cat Behind the Hat." Expect estate-authorized art, rare sketches, and sculptures revealing a different side of the beloved author. A perfect stop during the First Friday Artwalk!

A downtown pub's tradition of pinning dollar bills to the wall just funded the future of Charleston's indie radio station.

HBO show spotlights local sculptor Olivia Bonilla and The Miller Gallery’s creative charm.

VT alumni join Habitat for Humanity to make a difference in McClellanville.

Food & Drink

Espresso by day, seafood small plates by night — this new James Island spot is sure to be your new go-to.

Fire pit, live music, and farm-to-table flavor. What more do you need?

From smashburgers to modern Italian, Charleston's newest eateries are putting flavor first.

Recreation & Outdoors

From dolphin tours to fossil hunts, there's an outdoor trip for every age.

The season's top fishing rodeos, wildlife events, and outdoor festivals — all in one roundup.

Business & Development

Walmart is investing big in SC, with upgrades to stores and stronger community support.

New luxury digs with a rooftop bar and Lowcountry flair.

This local legend is on the market for the first time in 20 years.

The Pour OverDelivering politically neutral, Christ-first news to over 1 million Christians every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Sports Report

Despite a close 1-0 loss, Battery fans are fired up for their next home game.

CSU Dominates Again! Plus, New Dorms Coming Soon

The Buccaneers are booming both on the field and on campus with a new residence hall breaking ground.

Daily DropJoin 1,500,000+ adventurers and learn how to travel hack your way around the world in under 5 minutes a day (witty commentary, gifs and memes included 😉)

Health & Wellness

MUSC offers free screenings for certified therapy dogs this Wednesday.

Teachers using new tools to support young readers are seeing real results.

Did You Know?

Did you know? The iconic Ravenel Bridge can sway up to 4 feet in high winds — and it's built to handle it!

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