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Coffee in hand, Mount Pleasant? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See when Mount Pleasant artist Jodi Charak's mosaics go on display
  • How one Mount Pleasant resident is challenging Lowcountry leaders on traffic
  • How much say does Mount Pleasant have in airport decisions now?

Also on today's calendar: Lowcountry Marching Band Invitational and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 84, low: 73.
  • Monday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 85 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Park Circle Gallery to exhibit works by Jodi Charak and Abby Short (holycitysinner.com) — A Mount Pleasant mosaic artist, Jodi Charak, will showcase her intricate, nature-inspired works alongside painter Abby Short at North Charleston's Park Circle Gallery from September 30 to October 31. Local art lovers can meet both artists at a free reception on October 2 and explore the gallery's free exhibits just a short drive from Mount Pleasant.
   

2. A region at a standstill: Resident survey takes aim at Lowcountry traffic (live5news.com) — A longtime Mount Pleasant resident is surveying Lowcountry drivers about how worsening traffic is disrupting work, school pickups and even emergency access. She hopes the responses will push leaders to address congestion more urgently, complementing a proposed transportation sales tax on November's ballot and encouraging a broader regional conversation about growth and mobility.
   

3. Charleston Regional Aviation Authority elects Hill, Salmonsen and Sanyal as 2026–27 officers (travelprnews.com) — Leadership for the board overseeing Charleston International Airport is set for 2026–27, with new officers guiding decisions that affect flights, routes, and facilities used by Mount Pleasant travelers. The board includes the Mount Pleasant mayor as an ex-officio member, giving the town a voice as priorities like air-service expansion and infrastructure investments shape regional connectivity and the visitor economy.
   

4. Samuel H. Williams Jr. Obituary (caledonianrecord.com) — Mount Pleasant residents are mourning the passing of 81-year-old Samuel H. Williams Jr., who died peacefully surrounded by family on September 4. Remembered for his Navy service, long manufacturing career, and deep devotion to loved ones, he leaves behind his wife Barbara, children, and grandchildren. Services will be private, with memorials suggested to Wren Hospice in North Charleston.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • To all you new people who have come to this wonderful place, if you have a tire issue, Geralds is the place.
    Maybe not everyone has had a great experience, but today I did. Had a nail in my tire. Fixed in 30 minutes and No CHARGE. "It's a great day at… (Nextdoor Arlington/ Keswick)
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    Mama Rosemary is about 9 months old and her babies will be 7 weeks old tomorrow (9/18). All are very friendly and love cuddles. Rosemary is… (Nextdoor Carolina Park)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Late Night Team Member in Mount Pleasant. Apply here.
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Ok Mount Pleasant! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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