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Hey Summerville, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: A mayor’s faith-fueled children’s book, a new wellness campus, and a St. Patrick’s Day paw crawl + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Overcoming obstacles with faith: North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess introduced A Leader Guided by God to local elementary schools, a Sherrika Myers children’s book about his journey to leadership meant to inspire young readers — read the full story.

Transforming community well-being: North Charleston opened the Carner Avenue Wellness Campus, a new hub for health and community, funded by the South Carolina Ports Authority as part of the old Navy base development — read the full story.

Celebrating early-career legal excellence: Steinberg Law Firm attorney Daniel E. Martin III was named 2026 Young Lawyer of the Year by the Charleston County Bar Association, with the honor presented February 26 — learn why he was honored.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Play Mah Jongg for Lowcountry Food Bank
• Unwind with guided sunset painting
• Tee off to support recovery

🫶 We got your back

Craving a legit hero? Rinaldi’s Deli brings classic Italian-American vibes to Summerville, serving breakfast-to-lunch sandwiches on a roll or hero, with cozy indoor-outdoor seating and free Wi‑Fi. Michelle and Anthony keep it “make it nice,” perfect when you need a quick, satisfying bite.

A quick nature fix: Need a low-key breather between errands? Azalea Park has winding trails, bronze sculptures, and the new Children’s Discovery Garden… just enough nature and art to reset your brain. A quick stroll here often turns into a longer wander and an undeniable mood lift.

For your inner conductor: Model builders and curious kids will find plenty to tinker with at Train Town Toy & Hobby, from O, HO, and N scale setups to Thomas & Friends, plus die-cast vehicles, kites, and more. A tidy dose of nostalgia for midweek projects or rainy-day resets.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🤝 Teen & Young Adults Mom Circle @ Seacoast Church – Summerville | Wednesday (3/11) at 1:30 PM – Got an expecting or young mom who needs a village? Seacoast Church runs a free weekly circle for ages 15-24, with judgment-free support, practical resources, and occasional guest speakers. Come as you are, baby in tow, because Google at 3 a.m. isn’t a plan.

🍺 Pucks and Pints Happy Hour and Beer Release @ Famulari’s Pizzeria (Hanahan) | Wednesday (3/11) at 5:30 PM – Happy hour at Famulari’s Hanahan goes full Stingrays, with Blood on the Ice blood-orange wheat hitting taps. Score $5 FBC drafts, $4 house liquor, and the two-for-one pizza play, buy a 14-inch, get a free 10-inch cheese. Consider it a midweek hat trick.

🤝 Luminary Networking Mixer! @ Luminary Chiropractic (Hanahan) | Thursday (3/12) at 6:30 PM – Take a breather from inbox pinging and swing by this free Luminary networking mixer. Luminary members, partners, and neighbors, light refreshments, and zero hard sell, just real conversations and a stack of business cards you’ll use. Bring extras, leave with leads, and a few allies.

🧠 Team Trivia @ Famulari’s Pizzeria (Cane Bay) | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Rally your smartest friends, your snack-loving kids, and that one neighbor who memorizes movie quotes, and hit Famulari’s in Cane Bay for Thursday night Team Trivia. It’s free to play, family-friendly, and fueled by pizza and pints, with prizes that might just cover the tab.

🤖 In-Person Free Robotics Workshop for Kids @ Homewood Suites by Hilton 5048 International Blvd, North Charleston, SC 29418, United States | Sunday (3/15) at 1:30 AM – North Charleston parents, trade the usual mall loop for a free robotics and coding workshop at Homewood Suites where your 7–14-year-old builds robots, solves challenges, and uses a screen for good. You get STEM insights, local parent camaraderie, and bragging rights. Bring a laptop.

🤰 Pelvic Health for Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond @ Luminary Chiropractic (Hanahan) | Monday (3/16) at 6:30 PM – Think your kegels have it covered? This free workshop with Charleston Pelvic Health and Luminary Chiropractic covers pregnancy, birth, and the after-party with real talk and practical tips. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and let your future self send a thank-you note.

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Paw Crawl @ SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop | Tuesday (3/17) at 4:30 PM – Whether you come for the pups or the pints, SpokeWorks’ St. Patrick’s Day Paw Crawl with Dorchester Paws is a free adoption fundraiser with coffee, craft beer, and bike swag raffles. Bring the family, collect good karma, and maybe meet your new couch supervisor.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Summerville report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 84°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 39%

A chance of rain showers between 11am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Southwest wind 1 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 86°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 3%

Partly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 3 to 12 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind around 10 mph.

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