🌱 Free Bus Rides + Downed Power Line Causes Road Closure

Charleston SC

28 April, 2022

3:30 PM

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Morning, Charleston! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here are the most important things happening in Charleston today. First, today's weather: Pleasant with clouds and sun. High: 75 Low: 64. 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 today in Charleston: CARTA officials have announced a free ride program for its bus routes during the month of May. The campaign is meant to encourage new riders in the public transit system. The free ride campaign is the first time that CARTA has ever offered free rides. CARTA OnDemand rides will not be free since they are contracted separately. (Charleston Post Courier)As of Thursday afternoon, a portion of Bees Ferry Road is closed due to a downed powerline. A tractor-trailer snagged the low-hanging power line near the Charleston County Landfill. The Charleston County Sherriff's Office has closed the roadway while Dominion Energy restores power to those experiencing an outage. (WCBD News 2)The North Charleston Community Resource Center will be giving away groceries, baby supplies, and hygiene products on Saturday. The giveaway will be at 3947 Whipper Barony Lane beginning at noon. Over $50,000 worth of goods will be distributed to those in need. (WTMA) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. Getting some spring cleaning tasks done? Why not refresh your home's security, too. Secure windows, doors, and more with up to $80 off on select Alarm Pro Kits. Don't wait, offers end 5/1 at 9 p.m. PST. Today in Charleston: Pocket Journal Class At The Daniel Island Library (10:30 AM) From my notebook: The Charleston Fire Department is currently hiring for its Assistant Fire Chief of Planning. Click here for more details and how to apply. (Facebook)Mayor Tecklenburg has announced that Apr. 28 is Historic Charleston Foundation Day. Click to read the proclamation. (Twitter) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (May 4) A Brothers Revival (May 6) Hire A Pro To Tackle Mom's To-Do List (May 8) Taxes in Retirement Webinar (May 10) Add your event You're all caught up for today! I'll see you around. — 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.