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Wednesday temps to reach low 80s as sunshine continues

Wednesday temps to reach low 80s as sunshine continues

Live 5 Meteorologist Chad Watson says we are looking at more fantastic weather throughout the Lowcountry on Wednesday:

Its shaping up to be another great Wednesday here along the coast with plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds as we move past mid-day into the afternoon. Highs should again reach the lower 80s away from the beaches with a light east wind. Drive time this early evening will welcome the windows down with nice weather lasting into tonight.

SCOTUS to rule in Baby Veronica case by midsummer

Baby Veronica at 2-years-old

WASHINGTON, DC (WCSC)- After listening to an hour and a half of oral arguments, Supreme Court justices officially submitted Baby Veronica custody case hearing at the national level. Now it's a waiting game as SCOTUS will take three months to decide with whom the 3-year-old belongs.

The battle for Baby Veronica focused on the definition of a 'parent' under a federal law enacted in 1978 to protect Indian families.

The focal point of the arguments between representatives of Veronica's adoptive parents and her biological father focused on whether her father was a "parent" according to the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA).

The passionate hearing lasted roughly an hour and a half. The Supreme Court is expected to rule on the case in June.

"It was tough, it's intense," said Jessica Munday, a supporter of Veronica's adoptive parents. "It's been a very difficult and emotional journey."

Officials dedicate renovated Maybank Tennis Center

JAMES ISLAND, SC (WCSC)- The Charleston Parks Conservancy and community members were in James Island Tuesday morning to officially dedicate the city's newly renovated tennis center.

The dedication took place Tuesday morning at the Maybank Tennis Center after renovations were completed in October 2012. Officials say the original courts were roughly 40-year-old and in desperate need of repairs.

The City of Charleston, along with the Charleston Parks Conservancy and community members, came together to raise money for the project, which included six hard courts and three clay courts. Six of the eight original courts at the Maybank Tennis Center were demolished and rebuilt.

In addition to rebuilding the courts, crews also worked to raise the elevation of the courts and installed two detention ponds to reduce flooding. New lighting, sidewalks, drinking fountains, and a 49 spot parking area were also built.

Cool off at three Charleston waterparks beginning May 4

Cool off at three Charleston waterparks beginning May 4

 

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - As temperatures throughout the Lowcountry begin to heat up, Charleston County waterparks are preparing to open their slides and pools to the public.

Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark, Splash Zone, and Splash Island will officially open for the season on May 4. The three waterparks will only be opened during the weekends before opening daily on May 27.

Hours of operation for all three waterparks are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

All three waterparks include waterslides, a children's area, a pool area, concessions and much more.

For more information on Charleston County's waterparks, click here.

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Mosquito Control to aerially spray standing water April 17-29

Mosquito Control to aerially spray standing water April 17-29

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Charleston County is getting a head-start on taking care of those pesky mosquitoes.

Officials with Charleston County Mosquito Control will aerially spray standing water for aquatic stage mosquitoes all throughout Charleston County beginning April 17 and running through April 29.

The spraying will take place from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

For more information on the spraying, contact Charleston County Mosquito Control at 843-202-7880

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Volunteers wanted for May 4 Adopt-A-Highway cleanup event

Volunteers wanted for May 4 Adopt-A-Highway cleanup event

 

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) – Charleston County residents are encouraged to come together on May 4 to help keep our highways clean and beautiful.

Charleston County Adopt-A-Highway will hold a litter cleanup on Saturday, May 4. Volunteers can pick up supplies on Wednesday, May 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at S.C. Department of Transportation’s Charleston Maintenance facility located at 2401 Maintenance Way in North Charleston.

Volunteers will spend the day picking up trash along Charleston County highways, so it is important drivers keep an eye out.

“On the cleanup day, drivers are asked to be especially alert and mindful of pedestrians who are working to beautify our surroundings and protect our environment,” said Donna Gueldner, Chairman of Community Pride, Inc. of Charleston County.

In 2012, more than 50,000-pounds of litter was collected form primary and secondary roads, according to Adopt-A-Highway.

Nine suspected drug dealers behind bars following investigation

Lemon, Washington, Ladson, Campbell, Jenkins, Wright, Grant, Olds and Minter

CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC)- Nine suspected drug dealers are behind bars following a drug investigation on James Island and West Ashley.

The Charleston Police Department says the arrests are a result of a joint effort by officers from the Charleston Police Special Investigations unit executing search warrants at several homes last week.

The following people were arrested:

26-year-old Ishmel Lemon, charged with possession of cocaine base with intent to distribute within close proximity of a school

24-year-old James Washington, charged with trafficking cocaine base within close proximity of a school

36-year-old Kendall Ladson, charged with trafficking cocaine base within close proximity of school

20-year-old Jeromy Campbell, distribution of a controlled substance within close proximity of a school

25-year-old Murphy Jenkins, charged with possession of cocaine with intent to distribute within close proximity of a school