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Journal Scene · Feb 19, 2026 · 2:24 PM UTC

Feb 19

From the ring to redemption

Monte Barrett’s boxing career was forged in the heart of Jamaica, Queens, New York, but his legacy continues to grow far beyond the ropes – now rooted in the Lowcountry of South Carolina.

Journal Scene · Feb 19, 2026 · 2:23 PM UTC

Feb 19

Dorchester County, MUSC Health to open primary care facility in St. George

ST. GEORGE – Dorchester County leaders will join representatives from MUSC Health and several state and federal partners Feb. 23 to celebrate the opening of a new primary care facility in St. George.

Journal Scene · Feb 19, 2026 · 2:23 PM UTC

Feb 19

'Party with a Cause': Exchange Club events blend golf, live music, community spirit to support...

The Azalea Classic on March 26 and Azalea After Dark on March 28 combine golf, live music and a Hawaiian-inspired celebration during Flowertown Festival weekend, all while fueling a youth-focused...

Journal Scene · Feb 19, 2026 · 2:22 PM UTC

Feb 19

Summerville police: Sonic killing was targeted; suspect jailed in Indonesia

The fatal shooting of an 18-year-old Summerville man inside a Dorchester Road Sonic Drive-In was a targeted attack, and the accused gunman is now confined in an Indonesian jail after fleeing the...

Journal Scene · Feb 19, 2026 · 2:20 PM UTC

Feb 19

HCA Healthcare team marks National Wear Red Day with Habitat for Humanity build

Dozens of female physicians, nurses, and health care leaders from across HCA Healthcare facilities in the Lowcountry recently traded their white coats for work gloves, joining Dorchester Habitat for...

Journal Scene · Feb 19, 2026 · 2:19 PM UTC

Feb 19

Calendar of local events and happenings

NOTE: Some of these events may have been canceled or postponed. Please check with the organizers. Call 843-873-9424 ext. 220 or email broberts@journalscene.com to add an event to this free calendar.

Journal Scene · Feb 19, 2026 · 2:19 PM UTC

Feb 19

Drakeford has key role in shaping DD2 athletic programs

Tyronne Drakeford’s journey to becoming the first District Director for Athletics for Dorchester School District Two included stops at Virginia Tech, multiple NFL cities and his high-school alma...

Journal Scene · Feb 19, 2026 · 2:18 PM UTC

Feb 19

Shelley is DD2 ‘Counselor of the Year’

Dorchester School District Two (DD2) has named Blair Shelley, a counselor at William Reeves Jr. Elementary School, as its 2026 District Counselor of the Year.

Journal Scene · Feb 17, 2026 · 2:26 PM UTC

Feb 17

DD2 students help stitch South Carolina tapestry panel

Students joined visiting fiber artists to work on an embroidered panel depicting South Carolina’s Revolutionary War history.

Journal Scene · Feb 17, 2026 · 2:24 PM UTC

Feb 17

Summerville Communications Inc. wins 27 awards in state contest

The Journal Scene and The Berkeley Independent brought home 27 awards in the 2025 South Carolina Press Association news contest, including 10 first-place honors recognizing reporting, photography,...

Journal Scene · Feb 17, 2026 · 2:20 PM UTC

Feb 17

Senior Helpers card drive spreads Valentine’s cheer to local seniors

Valentine’s Day may have passed, but the impact of a local effort to combat senior loneliness continued to resonate across the Lowcountry.

Journal Scene · Feb 17, 2026 · 2:20 PM UTC

Feb 17

Ground broken for Short Central Pavilion in downtown Summerville

With shovels in hand and prayers offered for safety and success, community leaders and partners broke ground Feb. 13 on the Short Central Pavilion, a project supporters said will anchor downtown...

Journal Scene · Feb 17, 2026 · 2:18 PM UTC

Feb 17

Timrod Library to host bestselling authors during Summerville Book Festival

The panel will feature New York Times bestselling novelist Brad Taylor, USA Today bestselling author Catherine Mann and local novelist Lorna Hollifield. The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Scott...

Journal Scene · Feb 17, 2026 · 2:18 PM UTC

Feb 17

From the ring to redemption

Monte Barrett’s boxing career was forged in the heart of Jamaica, Queens, New York, but his legacy continues to grow far beyond the ropes – now rooted in the Lowcountry of South Carolina.

Journal Scene · Feb 9, 2026 · 5:42 PM UTC

Feb 9

Charleston talent director earns international honor

Suzanne Green, longtime director of Millie Lewis of Charleston, has been named Director of the Year by Applause International Arts Dream Big. The award recognizes her decades of guiding, training and...

Journal Scene · Feb 9, 2026 · 5:40 PM UTC

Feb 9

Why Summerville gets so many earthquakes

A 2.9-magnitude earthquake shook the tri-county on Feb. 7, followed by other small quakes across South Carolina in recent weeks. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the Summerville area sits on...

Journal Scene · Feb 9, 2026 · 4:36 PM UTC

Feb 9

Yacht Rock theme to set tone for DD2's 2026 Big Event

Dorchester School District Two’s largest annual fundraiser is getting even bigger in 2026, with The Big Event set for March 14 at a new, larger venue at Exchange Park in Ladson.

Journal Scene · Feb 9, 2026 · 4:35 PM UTC

Feb 9

Students to see more local produce under new program

Dorchester School District Two students will soon see more South Carolina-grown fruits and vegetables on their lunch trays thanks to a new statewide initiative designed to bring farm-fresh food...

Journal Scene · Feb 9, 2026 · 4:35 PM UTC

Feb 9

Rotary Club hears update on state’s growing transportation network

The Rotary Club of Summerville heard an update from SCDOT public outreach manager Adriane Radeker, who detailed statewide highway improvements, bridge work and challenges tied to South Carolina’s...