Daily editionThursday, September 17th, 2026
Good morning, North Charleston.
The 5AM North Charleston Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of September.
Business
Shake Shack will open its first South Carolina location at Tanger Outlets Charleston on Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. The restaurant will host a 9:30 a.m. ribbon cutting with the North Charleston Mayor and donate $1 for every sandwich sold on opening day to support the Low Country Food Bank.
Charleston.comRead more
Culture
Two Charlestonians took home Emmy Awards this week when Stephen Colbert's show won Outstanding Variety Series and College of Charleston alumna Liz Stiff's documentary won Outstanding Sports Documentary (highlighting local creative success) while two James Beard Award finalists were also recognized.
Charleston City PaperRead more
Education
Charleston Southern University was named a 2026 Top Yellow Ribbon School by U.S. Veterans Magazine because nearly 20% of its students are military-connected (including veterans, active-duty service members, and military family members).
The university is also raising funds to support a dedicated veterans center.
ABC News 4Read more
Construction on the $54M R.B. Stall High School expansion in North Charleston is nearing its halfway point, with officials reporting steady progress on modernizing classrooms and facilities.
Live 5 NewsRead more
Government
Charleston International Airport has been ranked number one among midsize airports in the latest J.D. Power study, officials said.
The study praises the airport’s focus on safety + customer service amid rising passenger numbers, highlighting efforts to keep travel enjoyable.
WCSC Live 5 NewsRead more
Lifestyle
Fall is arriving at Biscuit Belly with seasonal drinks including Pumpkin Praline, Pumpkin Spice, and Sweater Weather lattes plus limited menu items like The Big Dipper and Piña Picante available through Nov. 8.
The brunch spot invites locals to try these fall favorites in town.
Charleston.comRead more
Real Estate
A developer received county board approval on Sept. 14 to remove three trees on Folly Road in James Island for a new housing project—96 apartments and 16 townhomes will be built despite community concerns.
The Post and CourierRead more