Good morning, Charleston. This is Chucktown Scoop—your local lowcountry lowdown delivered in one easy-to-digest swipe. Whether you’re catching up on local news, planning your weekend, or scouting a new spot to eat, we’ve got you covered.

In today’s Chucktown Scoop:

📰 News You Need: Cruise ship talks, school safety proposals, and a new memorial in the works.
🎉 What to Do: Second Sunday on King, a comedy play, and a marathon to kickstart your 2025 goals.
🍕 Southern Charm: A new cocktail bar From the Stars of ‘Southern Charm’ is drawing lines.

Let’s dive in.

— The Chucktown Scoop Crew

BACK IN THE DAY

NEWS YOU NEED:

• 📢 Anson Street Burial Memorial: The Anson African Burial Memorial, featuring a bowl-shaped fountain surrounded by a lush garden, is nearing completion. It's expected to be installed near the Charleston Gaillard Center before early summer. Read more.

• 🚢 Cruise Ship Discussions: North Charleston's mayor and council members are in preliminary talks about bringing cruise ships to the old Navy base area. This comes as Carnival cruise ships end operations in Charleston, freeing up Union Pier's terminal for development.

• 🏫 School Safety Proposal: S.C. Rep. Wendell Gilliard (D-Charleston) has filed a bill requiring weapons detectors in all S.C. public schools, citing the need for increased security measures.

WHAT TO DO:

• 🎉 Second Sunday on King: Enjoy live music, outdoor dining, and pedestrian-only streets this Sunday, 12-5 PM.

• 🎭 The 39 Steps: Catch this comedic play at the Historic Dock Street Theatre, running from January 22 to February 9, 2025.

• 🏃‍♂️ PNC Bank Charleston Half Marathon: Join the annual half marathon, 5K, and youth races through downtown Charleston on January 25, 2025.

• 🎨 Museum Mile Month: Explore 13 different museum sites in downtown Charleston with one low-price pass throughout January 2025.

WHERE TO EAT & CHILL:

•  New Spot Alert: Bar From the Stars of ‘Southern Charm’ Is Drawing Lines.

• 🍹 Chill Scene: The Chubby Fish team has opened a new cocktail bar, Seahorse, next to the seafood eatery on Coming Street.

• 🍤 Local Favorite: Back for the season—Bohemian Bull’s oyster roasts kick off this Sunday.

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THE SCOOP (EXTRA)

• 🏡 Real Estate Pick: Home of the Week: A classic 4-bedroom in Wagener Terrace ($1.5m).

• 📋 Job Board: Biggby Coffee in Charleston/West Ashley is hiring for a Coffee Barista/Shift Leader position, offering $13-$15 per hour.

• 🎥 Watch: One of our favorite Charleston IG’ers captures the 30th Annual Polar Plunge on Sullivan’s Island.

That’s your scoop for today! Got a local tip or a photo to share? Reply to this email and let us know!

Until next time,
The Chucktown Scoop Crew