The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is back with some new attractions never experienced before at the event after a year off due to the pandemic. The expo officially opens to guests Friday, bringing a financial and symbolic boost for Charleston’s tourism and hospitality industries. Check out City Paper’s SEWE guide for a full list of attractions and other details into the event. More: The Post and Courier, WCSC TV, Charleston City Paper
In other headlines:
Berkeley County leaders seek public input on future growth. Berkeley County leaders, as part of its long-term comprehensive plan, say they are working on preparing for the changing needs of the area’s future. The county is one of the fastest growing in the state and in the country. More: WCSC TV
S.C. AG threatens lawsuit against Charleston after Lee marker removal. S.C. Attorney General Alan Wilson is threatening to sue the city of Charleston over the quiet removal of a marker celebrating Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee from a downtown school last summer. More: The Post and Courier
Investigations ongoing for Feb. 7 West Ashley apartments fire. Charleston Fire Department officials say they are still trying to figure out what caused a massive apartment complex fire in West Ashley that destroyed 56 units and displaced nearly 200 people. More: WCSC TV
Protesters against abortion gather outside statehouse. Activists gathered outside of the South Carolina Statehouse on Thursday to protest two bills moving through the S.C. Senate, including one which could impose a total ban on abortions. More: The Daily Gamecock, WCSC TV
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