Driver from England Dies in Wrong-Way Crash on I-526
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – A fatal crash occurred on Interstate 526 near the Don Holt Bridge on October 25, claiming the lives of two drivers.
Jake Stevens, 35, from the United Kingdom, was driving westbound in the eastbound lanes when his vehicle collided with another car. Robert Brown, 49, of West Ashley, was pronounced dead at the scene. A third driver sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital.
The incident marks the second fatal wrong-way crash in just over a year at this location, with a previous accident taking place on September 6, 2022.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Charleston to Offer $1 Million for Longborough Park Access
CHARLESTON, S.C. – The City of Charleston is proposing a $1 million payment to the Longborough Owner's Association in an effort to secure public access to Longborough Park.
This offer would allow the city to acquire approximately 70 to 80 percent of the park and its crabbing dock. The proposal includes $25,000 for survey work necessary to adjust property lines, with the funds refundable if the deal does not proceed.
This negotiation aims to resolve a nearly 20-year dispute that began in 2006 when the homeowners association sued regarding public access.
New Wine Bar and Charcuterie Shop Coming to West Ashley
WEST ASHLEY, S.C. – Deanna's Wine Bar and Bert's Pig Shop are set to open at 521 Wappoo Road by the end of the year, replacing a long-closed 7-Eleven.
The establishments will feature house-made charcuterie sourced from Peculiar Pig Farm and a curated wine list focusing on small-batch producers. Bert Sheffield, an executive chef with expertise in whole-animal butchery, is leading the project. The charcuterie production is the only federally licensed operation of its kind in South Carolina.
This venture promises to enhance the local culinary landscape in West Ashley.
Early Voting Breaks Record in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Early voting in South Carolina has reached a record high, with 618,986 ballots cast as of October 27, representing 18 percent of registered voters.
This surpasses the previous non-presidential midterm record of 561,563 votes set in 2022. Republican leaders are urging unity within the party backing U.S. Sen. Darline Graham amid primary challenges.
Polls indicate a tight race between Graham and Democrat Annie Andrews, while Republican Alan Wilson leads in the gubernatorial race.
This news briefing was generated with AI support and edited by a Post and Courier journalist.