🌱 Charleston On Beer Tourism Index + Rent Continues To Rise

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Here are the top three stories today in Charleston:

1. The Charleston Symphony Orchestra is launching its new Project Aurora initiative. The project is meant to increase musical diversity in Charleston while making the organization more inclusive. The project is a multi-season celebration of music and art. Project Aurora will begin on Sept. 15 at Sottile Theatre with a 6:00 p.m. program. Click to learn more. (Charleston Post Courier)
2. HomeToGo's "Beer Tourism Index" has listed Charleston as a beer lovers' paradise. According to the index, Charleston is ranked 13th in the country. The other destination for beer lovers in South Carolina is Myrtle Beach at number 10. The top destination is Chicago. Visit WBCD News 2 to review the full index. (WCBD News 2)
3. Rent in Charleston continues to rise. The year-over-year average in Charleston for rent has risen by 17.4 in 2022; last year, it rose 14.7 percent. The average rent payment for a one-bedroom apartment in Charleston is $1,504, while a two-bedroom is $1,716. The national average has increased by 10 percent in 2022. (Charleston Post Courier)

Today in Charleston:

• Master Gardeners At Daniel Island Library (4:00 PM)
• Music Mondays At The Ryder Hotel (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Charleston County Public Library reports that the Hutchinson House exhibit will remain at the Edisto Island Branch through September. The exhibit will then move to the Hollywood Branch. (Charleston County Public Library via Facebook)
• The Charleston Fire Department reminds the community to plan ahead for a fire. Maintain working smoke alarms. Plan your escape route. Close your bedroom doors. (Charleston Fire Department via Facebook)
• Animal shelters in South Carolina continue to struggle with having enough space. Consider adopting your new best friend today. Click to view adoption-ready pets with the Charleston Animal Society. (Count On 2 News)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow for your next 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.