Good morning, North Charleston.

Charleston County Parks will host a Latin American Festival on Sunday, Oct.

4 at Wannamaker County Park from 12 to 5 p.m. with performances by Rumbao Latin Dance, Julio & Rafa, and Orquesta Bravo and food vendors selling Latin and Caribbean dishes. Advance tickets cost $15 per vehicle; gate prices are $25.

Local artist Chuck Jones, who designed the winning logo for the 50th Cooper River Bridge Run, said his design was entirely hand drawn — he denies that AI was used despite speculation.

His piece, unveiled on Aug. 27, was chosen from nearly 100 entries after contest rules banned AI art.

North Charleston officials are inviting residents to share ideas on how to improve roadway safety, saying community input will guide upcoming safety plans.

South Carolina Ports and the U.S. Army Corps signed a feasibility study Friday to deepen the North Charleston Terminal+ officials say the project will help the port handle the largest container ships at any tide while boosting regional competitiveness.

The study is part of long-term modernization plans.

A local doctor and melanoma survivors urge residents to protect their skin from the sun after sharing their experiences with melanoma.

They advise checking for unusual moles and using hats, long sleeves and high SPF sunscreen.

A North Charleston woman's childhood pencil injury that caused epilepsy led state lawmakers to pass a Seizure First Aid and Epilepsy bill requiring all state agencies to display first aid guidance.

Officials say the law may soon influence the private sector.

Tennis courts dedicated by Madison Keys in 2023 on school property are crumbling, leaving the new girls’ tennis team to practice on cracked pavement with no water, lights or restrooms.

The USTA offers grant assistance if the city applies to refurbish the facility — potentially restoring courts for local play.

Friday night high school football games delivered varied results as First Baptist triumphed over St. Andrew’s 53-14 and Bishop England defeated Lucy Beckham 31-7, while other matchups including Cannon at Oceanside and May River at Wando kept fans engaged.