🌱 Drowning Girl Saved By Lifeguard + 31 Days To End Cruelty

Hey, neighbors. It's Thursday in Charleston and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community today. I'll get right to it.

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 91 Low: 77.

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Here are the top three stories today in Charleston:

1. A swim instructor saved a drowning 11-year-old girl last Thursday at a West Ashley pool. Melissa Macdonald has been a lifeguard for 8 years but the incident last week was reportedly the most terrifying day on the job. Macdonald performed CPR on the girl and she began breathing after seven rounds. (fox28media.com)
2. The City of Charleston has begun construction of a new affordable senior living complex at the site of the former Archer School. Mayor Tecklenburg highlighted the ability of the area's residents to age in place at the complex. The construction is expected to finish by early 2024. (Charleston Post Courier)
3. The Charleston Animal Society is dedicating July to raising awareness of the rising level of animal cruelty incidents in the county. Locally, there have been 411 animal cruelty incidents this year. The community is encouraged to participate in the "31 Days to End Cruelty" campaign by donating to the cause. Click to donate today. (Daniel Island News)

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Today in Charleston:

• HousingStat At The City of Charleston (9:00 AM)
• Storytime In-Person At The Hanahan Library (10:30 AM)
• Committee on Community Development At The City of Charleston (3:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Charleston Police Department will be hosting National Night Out 2022 at the Riverdogs Stadium on Aug. 9. The event will be between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Participants can enjoy activities, fun, and more. (City of Charleston Police Department via Facebook)
• The Charleston Police Department's Citizens Academy is still collecting applications. Click to apply today. (City of Charleston)
• Registration for the 2022 Senior Men's City Championship is now open. The deadline for entry is Wednesday, Aug. 31. The championship will be Sept. 9 through Sept. 11. Click to register. (City of Charleston)

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That's it for today. I'll see you soon!

— 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.