🌱 Downtown Shooting Investigation + Rooftop Solar Report

Hello there, Charleston! I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, today's weather:

Warm with plenty of sunshine. High: 88 Low: 66.

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Here are the top three stories in Charleston today:

1. A downtown Charleston apartment shooting resulted in an individual sustaining a gunshot wound. The incident occurred on Saturday night at a Bridgeview Apartment shortly after 10:00 p.m. The Charleston Police Department reports there is currently no information on a suspect in the shooting investigation. (Live 5 News)
2. The recreational harvest season for shellfish will start on Saturday in Charleston. The season will remain open through May 15, 2023. The season may be cut short or extended depending on weather conditions. The shellfish season includes clams and oysters. Oyster harvesters are reminded to recycle the shells. (KPVI)
3. According to the state's Energy Office, Charleston County currently leads South Carolina in homes with rooftop solar. The county currently has more than 4,000 homes with rooftop solar installed. Solar prices have declined by more than 50 percent in South Carolina over the last 10 years. (Subscription: The Post and Courier)

Today in Charleston:

• Storytime At Daniel Island Library (10:30 AM)
• DI Social Bridge Club At The Daniel Island Library (1:00 PM)
• Sevendust At Music Farm (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider the list of latest properties in the Charleston area to hit the market. Click the link to view the full list of properties which includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Charleston Patch)
• The U.S. National Weather Service continues to monitor Tropical Storm Ian. The storm will likely produce heavy rains, gusty winds, and coastal flooding in Charleston area. Click the link for the full weather report. (US National Weather Service Charleston SC via Facebook)
• The Charleston Fire Department reminds the community to always know two ways out of your home. Make a home escape plan showing all doors and windows to ensure a fast exit during an emergency. Click the link to learn more. (Charleston Fire Department via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with 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.