🌱 Wetland Mitigation Bank Credits + North Charleston Arts Fest

Happy Saturday, neighbors! Let's get this day started. Here's everything you need to know around Charleston today.

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First, today's weather:

Cooler; breezy in the p.m.. High: 60 Low: 44.

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Here are the top three stories in Charleston today:

1. Charleston County has already purchased almost $15 million worth of wetland mitigation bank credits but their respective transportation projects seem to be stalling. The county purchased the credits from Point Farm MB and American Mitigation Company to offset the impact the projects will have on local salt marshes. This week, the Charleston County Board of Zoning Appeals denied two variance requests which have stalled the projects. (Charleston Post Courier)
2. Ten different religious groups gathered on Thursday to pray for the end of the Ukrainian-Russian war. The groups gathered at Unity Church of Charleston. They gathered together and offered their own unique form of prayer, according to the Charleston Interreligious Council. (WTMA)
3. The North Charleston Arts Fest will celebrate local artists and performers during its 39th annual five-day festival. The events start on May 4 with exhibits and activities scattered throughout the city. Admission to the festival is free for everyone. Click the following link for full details on everything that is being offered. (Charleston Post Courier)

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Today in Charleston:

• Spring Picnic 2022 At Lowcountry Land Trust (7:00 AM)
• Lowcountry Cajun Festival At James Island County Park (12:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Charleston Fire Department visited the Charleston Development Academy for its career day. Click to see the adorable photos. (Facebook)
• Charleston's urban forestry staff worked to clean up downed tree limbs after the severe storms. The staff responded to 15 storm-related calls. (Facebook)
• Charleston Fire Department is reminding the community that a closed-door can help stop the spread of a fire. Remember to "close before you doze." (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with 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.