🌱 Propane Tank Explosion + The JuLionfish Derby And Festival

Charleston SC

06 June, 2022

4:53 PM

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Hey, friends. It's Tuesday in Charleston and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town. Keep reading for the latest. First, today's weather: A passing morning shower. High: 84 Low: 74. Here are the top three stories in Charleston today: The Charleston Fire Department responded to a propane tank explosion on Monday. The incident occurred at Ace Hardware on James Island's Folly Road around 3:32 p.m. The explosion wounded two individuals with non-life-threatening injuries. The department has not released information on how the tank exploded. (WCBD News 2)The South Carolina Aquarium will be hosting a JuLionfish Derby and Festival on Jul. 29. This is the first time the aquarium is hosting this particular event. The month-long event is meant to raise awareness regarding the negative impact this invasive species has on the local ecosystem. Divers will compete to collect and remove as many lionfish as possible from local reefs. (wpde.com)The North Charleston Police Department has arrested two brothers during its investigation into the theft of a Boy Scout statue. The 1,000-pound brass statue was reportedly stolen on May 27 by James Donald Petty, 29, and Joshua Lewis Petty, 44. They have been charged with one count each of possessing stolen goods and malicious damage to property. (Charleston Post Courier) Today in Charleston: Tai Chi At The Daniel Island Library (10:00 AM) Recorder Class At The Daniel Island Library (2:00 PM) From my notebook: The Charleston Fire Department announced that due to supply shortages, the department's yearbook will be delayed this year. The yearbooks should be available by the end of the year. (Charleston Fire Department via Facebook) The Charleston Police Department highlights the work of its LGBTQ+ liaison during Pride Month. The department reportedly strives to ensure diversity, inclusion, and equality within its operations. Happy Pride Month! (City of Charleston Police Department via Facebook) The Charleston Library Society offers many programs throughout June. Click for a full list of events to mark on your calendar. (Charleston Library Society via Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Taxes in Retirement Seminar (June 13) Hire A Pro To Clean Up The Yard For Dad (June 19) Add your event That's it for today! See you tomorrow morning 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.