🌱 Charleston's 'Fish Sticks' Wins Wahoo Series + 2 Injured In Crash

Charleston SC

24 April, 2022

2:33 PM

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Hello again, Charleston! Important update: You all, as readers, have made the Charleston Daily so successful that it is my honor to announce the next stage of the newsletter. Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Charleston Daily. Although I have loved getting to know this community, we want to pass the torch to someone truly local to write about Charleston long term. So if you're interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here. First, today's weather: Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 78 Low: 63. Are you a local business owner or marketer? We can help you effortlessly run effective ads that reach customers in Charleston. Click here to learn more. Here are the top three stories in Charleston today: A Charleston-based boat named Fish Sticks has won the 2022 South Carolina Wahoo Series. The award comes with a $35,000 prize. Fish Sticks was one of the smallest boats in the competition at 23 feet. The boat was captained by Gifford Scott of John's Island. (Charleston Post Courier)Two people were reported injured during a crash at the intersection of Coming and Cannon streets on Sunday after their vehicle struck a pole. The Medical University of Carolina is treating the two people for minor injuries sustained during the incident, according to officials. Crews are working to repair the pole. (Live 5 News WCSC)The North Charleston Police Department reports that two people have died following a Sunday morning shooting near Bailey Drive. The identities of the two victims have not been identified by the coroner's office and the department has not released any information about suspects. (Live 5 News WCSC) Today in Charleston: Open Mic Night With Chris Tidestrom At Tommy Condon's (7:00 PM)Lukas Nelson And Promise of the Real At Charleston Music Hall (7:30 PM) From my notebook: Congratulations to Engineer Jordan Vacchiano on receiving his promotional certificate. The certificate was presented by his Captain and his fellow members of the Charleston Fire Department. (Facebook)The Charleston Police Department mourns the loss of Cayce Police Officer Drew Barr, who was killed in the line of duty on Apr. 24. (Twitter) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: National Hug A Plumber Day (April 25) A Brothers Revival (May 6) Add your event Loving the Charleston Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday! See you tomorrow for another update. — Nicole Fallon-Peek About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.