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Old Bridge Becomes Reef: South Carolina sinks Highway 41 span; anglers, biologists hail new fish habitat

In 2017, the Wando River witnessed a remarkable transformation as a historic bridge turned into an artificial reef near Charleston. The bridge was carefully dismantled and cleaned, preventing any harmful effects on marine life. It was then sunk on a decommissioned barge at over 300 feet deep, enriching the habitat…

The Times of India · 15h ago

Three fathers cleaned a creek for their kids; 50 neighbours joined the cause

Three new fathers in Charleston, South Carolina, wanted their children to grow up with a closer connection to nature. Their answer was to start with a neglected tidal creek near their homes, where rubbish had accumulated and the surrounding wetland faced pressure from development and urban runoff. In 2022, Joel…

The Times of India · Oct 23

Charleston Deep Reef Project: South Carolina sinks old bridges and barges; site becomes underwater memorial

South Carolina has embarked on an innovative project by constructing an artificial reef near Charleston, using retired industrial equipment. This initiative has established new habitats that support flourishing marine life and enhance local fishing opportunities. Following the removal of the Highway 41 bridge, the area saw an expansion with more…

The Times of India · Oct 20

As Jewish college students look South, some discover a long but overlooked history

For nearly a decade now, news outlets ranging from The Atlantic to the Forward and The Free Press have reported on the increasing number of Jewish students attending college in the South.

The Conversation · Sep 30

Charleston Mansion Restoration Sale: 1840s Ravenel House fetches $18.25m; nearly triples 2016 price

In 2016, Scott Bessent and John Freeman acquired the iconic John Ravenel House for $6.5 million. Following a meticulous three-year restoration that honored the house's historical elements while upgrading for luxury living, they listed it for $22.25 million in October 2024. Ultimately, the property sold for $18.25 million in March…

The Times of India · Sep 29

In 1861, seven Southern states seceded, Lincoln had taken office and Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor set the stage for the deadliest war in American history

In April 1861, the United States reached a critical juncture as several southern states withdrew from the Union. The firing on Fort Sumter marked the start of the Civil War, prompting President Lincoln to urgently summon volunteers to quell the uprising. As four additional states joined the Confederacy, the war's…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

School choice proponents say it offers families more options – but those don’t always extend to immigrant students

Educators, politicians and education observers have long debated school choice.

The Conversation · Sep 14

Trump's bid to shield chip supply chain could backfire in Tennessee

Germany's Wacker Chemie, ​which produces polysilicon that goes into chips and solar panels, will make a decision in the coming weeks on whether to close its Charleston, Tennessee, facility, which employs about 600 workers, the sources said.

The Economic Times · Sep 4

10 candidates vie to replace Lindsey Graham in South Carolina

Three days after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, his sister, Darline Graham, was sworn in to complete the remainder of the South Carolina Republican’s term. With President Donald Trump’s encouragement, she quickly declared she’d seek a full six-year term. Yet the limited polling available suggests Tuesday’s snap special election primary to…

Roll Call · Aug 10

Roll Call on the Road: South Carolina

CQ Roll Call traveled last week to South Carolina, which is playing host to Tuesday’s special primary election to select a new Republican Senate nominee following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death. Photo editor Bill Clark captured some of the action as Senate hopefuls — and other South Carolina candidates —…

Roll Call · Aug 10