🌱 Charleston Museum Delayed Opening + World Pastry Competition

Hello all. Nicole Fallon-Peek here with your fresh copy of the Charleston Daily, filled with all the things you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Strong winds subsiding. High: 54 Low: 18.

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Here are the top three stories today in Charleston:

1. Within the last two weeks, there has been an array of building issues at Charleston's Int'l African American Museum. The heating, cooling, and humidity issues have delayed the opening of the museum and are expected to be covered with funds that already have been raised. According to Spokeswoman Keisha Kirkland, the IAAM and the city of Charleston have been working with contractors to fix the problem but will not be able to resolve it in time for the scheduled Jan. 21 festivities. (Subscription: Charleston Post Courier)
2. The Charleston County Aviation Authority and Lowcountry Land Trust recently announced the permanent protection of a 90-acre site in the heart of Johns Island. Oakville-Burden Creek’s 90 acres were once marked for development. This follows years of collaboration through the Johns Island Community Conservation Initiative, a partnership of The Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation, Coastal Conservation League, Lowcountry Land Trust, and Open Space Institute. (Subscription: Charleston Regional Business)
3. A Charleston native is set to compete in the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, a worldwide pastry competition in France. Jordan Snider of The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort will be crafting one artistic sugar showpiece and three chocolate desserts. This 20-country competition "unveils the latest trends and discovers the new talents" in pastry. (Subscription: Charleston Post Courier)

Today in Charleston:

• The Golden Gals Live At Charleston Music Hall (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Due to forecasted cold weather this weekend, the City of Charleston will open warming centers for those in need. Check out its website for more information on available centers. (City of Charleston, SC Government via Facebook)
• The US National Weather Service has issued a Gale Watch, which is in effect through this evening across nearshore waters from the South Santee River to Savannah, GA. West winds could gust up to 35-40 knots with seas building up to four to eight feet. (US National Weather Service Charleston SC via Facebook)
• The Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce is welcoming you to kick off your year with Legislative Reception, presented by Roper St. Francis Healthcare on Jan. 5. The event offers the perfect opportunity to make meaningful connections with leaders at the local and state level. (Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. 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.