🌱 Detention Center Library Delayed + Missing Blind Man Located & Safe

Hello there, Charleston! I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, today's weather:

Sun and clouds. High: 78 Low: 61.

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Here are the top three stories in Charleston today:

1. 18-year-old Micah O'Leary Clinton is facing charges in connection to a gun that was found outside of a Charleston County elementary school. The charges include unlawful carry of a pistol and carrying a weapon on school grounds. Police Spokesman Harve Jacobs said Clinton was arrested on Sunday after being uncooperative and resisting an officer. (Live 5 News WCSC)
2. The Charleston Co. Juvenile Detention Center's new library's opening has been delayed until Wednesday. The delay is due to a gas leak near the facility. With the opening, 400 new books will be available for the young residents of the facility. (ABC NEWS 4)
3. A legally blind man who had been reported missing on Monday has since been located safely. Leroy Parnell, 67, was seen leaving a home on Midview Drive and then was spotted at a Kwik Mart on Highway 78. Reports say Parnell was asking for a taxi to take him to the hospital. (ABC NEWS 4)

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Today in Charleston:

• Santa Visit At East Bay Deli (5:00 PM)
• Polar Express Kid's Night At Zaxby's (5:00 PM)
• Annie The Musical At Burke High School (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The South Carolina Aquarium is caring for 15 cold-stunned sea turtles from New England. Some of the turtles had been in critical condition, but the aquarium says they are all recovering well. (Live 5 News WCSC)
• You don’t have to go far to find a new furry friend. Rescue Coop has 7-year-old Spencer, who is good with kids and other pets. Click to see all the pets available. (Charleston Patch)
• Looking for a new home? There are a handful of new houses available in and around Charleston. We particularly liked the porch and shutters on the Creekside Way house. (Charleston Patch)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! I'll be in your inbox 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.