🌱 Bat Tests Positive For Rabies + Charleston Beer Fest Volunteers

Good morning, friends. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Charleston Daily, full of all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny and pleasant. High: 77 Low: 55.

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Here are the top three stories today in Charleston:

1. A North Charleston bat tested positive for rabies. The test was performed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. According to the department, two individuals were exposed to the bat near Sentry Circle and Royal Palm Lane. Residents are reminded to never handle bats with bare hands. (wpde.com)
2. North Charleston Fire investigators believe that a massive apartment complex fire was started by a cigarette that was put out in a plastic flowerpot. The fire occurred at Cedar Grove Apartments on Oct. 7 and displaced more than 60 adults and children. Two firefighters received minor injuries while responding to the blaze. (Live 5 News WCSC)
3. The Charleston Metro Chamber Of Commerce is searching for volunteers to staff the Charleston Beer Fest. Each volunteer will receive a free shirt, festival admission, and a ticket to the 2023 event. The festival will be held at North Charleston's Riverfront Park on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be over 50 breweries in attendance. Click to register to volunteer. (Press Release Desk)

Today in Charleston:

• Tai Chi At The Daniel Island Library (9:00 AM)
• Halloween String Art In-Person At The Hanahan Library (11:00 AM)
• CSO Pops: Music Of The Movies: The Oscar Goes To... At Gaillard Center (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Fall flavors are here! Click for a list of must-try fall treats in Charleston. (CHS Today)
• The Children’s Day Festival will be held at Park West Recreation Complex on Sunday, Oct. 16, from noon to 5:00 p.m. Click to learn more. (Charleston Scene via Facebook)
• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Charleston area to hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Charleston Patch)

You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.