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PBR’s top riders impress inside North Charleston Coliseum Friday night, riding 45.94% (17-for37) of their bovine athlete opponents.

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – In front of an electric Friday night crowd in the Palmetto State, Marco Eguchi (Poa, Brazil) rode supreme, winning Round 1 of the PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour’s CURT PBR in North Charleston, South Carolina.

Eguchi was one of 17 riders to convert during Round 1, as PBR’s top competitors covered 45.94% of their animal athlete opponents.

For Eguchi, he went head-to-head with F-Bomb (Dustin Denning Bucking Bulls/Burnt Chimney Bucking Bulls) in Round 1. Nodding with confidence, Eguchi burst from the chute, making the 8 with ease for an unrivaled 88 points.

In addition to surging to the event lead, Eguchi also garnered 28 Velocity Global points.

The veteran will look to remain atop the leaderboard in Round 2 when he takes on Beau Bear (Twisted Horns Cattle Co./Bear).

Grayson Cole (New Ringgold, Pennsylvania), who rides for the Florida Freedom in the separate PBR Teams league, was second, netting 18 Velocity Global points.

Cole rode to the silver finish in the opening round compliments of an 87-point effort atop Flashbang (GN Livestock & Bucking Bulls/Lucas Manning Bucking Bulls).

Cut The Deck (Barrett/Barnes PRCA Rodeo) awaits Cole in Round 2.

Dustin Herman (Dudley Shoals, North Carolina), Jake Morinec (Mokena, Illinois) and Paulo Ferreira Lima (Bezerros, Brazil) tied for third, each earning 16 Velocity Global points for their matching 85.5-point rides.

Herman conquered Hells Bells (Blue Ridge Bucking Bulls/Triple T), Morinec made the whistle atop Crossover (Shuler Bucking Bulls), and Lima topped Riser (Topline Steel Buildings/Barrett).

In Round 2, each rider in the trio will look to improve to a perfect 2-for-2 when Herman climbs aboard Dang, Dang (Burkham Contracting Inc.), Morinec takes on Perch Trap (TC Bucking Bulls), and Lima goes to work against Yellowstone (5S Ranch).

Action for CURT PBR North Charleston will conclude with Round 2 and the championship round on Saturday, Feb. 3. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. EST.

PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour CURT PBR North Charleston North Charleston Coliseum – North Charleston, South Carolina Event Leaders (Round 1-Round 2-Round 3- Event Aggregate-Event Points)1. Marco Eguchi, 88-0-0-88.00-28 Points. 2. Grayson Cole, 87-0-0-87.00-18 Points. 3. Dustin Herman, 85.5-0-0-85.50-16 Points. (tie). Jake Morinec, 85.5-0-0-85.50-16 Points. (tie). Paulo Ferreira Lima, 85.5-0-0-85.50-16 Points. 6. Ramon de Lima, 85-0-0-85.00-14 Points. 7. Andy Bohl, 84.5-0-0-84.50-13 Points. 8. Garrett Jones, 83.5-0-0-83.50-12 Points. 9. Justin Ethridge, 83-0-0-83.00-11 Points. 10. Dylan Smith, 82-0-0-82.00-10 Points. 11. Zane Cook, 81-0-0-81.00-8.33 Points. (tie). João Paulo Fernandes, 81-0-0-81.00-8.33 Points. (tie). Leandro Zampollo, 81-0-0-81.00-8.33 Points. 14. Marcelo Procopio Pereira, 77.5-0-0-77.50 15. Lucas Divino, 73-0-0-73.00 16. Marcos Gloria, 70.5-0-0-70.50 17. Warlei de Oliveira da Silva, 69-0-0-69.00 Cody McCandless, 0-0-0-0.00 Michael Lane, 0-0-0-0.00 Jean Fernandes Pereira, 0-0-0-0.00 Brandon Chambers, 0-0-0-0.00 Thor Hoefer II, 0-0-0-0.00 Matt Allgood, 0-0-0-0.00 Max Castro, 0-0-0-0.00 Keith Hall, 0-0-0-0.00 Claudio Montanha Jr., 0-0-0-0.00 Dakota Louis, 0-0-0-0.00 Jason Landing, 0-0-0-0.00 Bryan Titman, 0-0-0-0.00 Dakota Warnken, 0-0-0-0.00 Brandon McDowell, 0-0-0-0.00 Dustin Martinez, 0-0-0-0.00 Anthony Lyons, 0-0-0-0.00 Eduardo de Oliveira, 0-0-0-0.00 Alex Jenks, 0-0-0-0.00 Jake Goodson, 0-0-0-0.00 Dener Barbosa, 0-0-0-0.00 Perry Schrock, 0-0-0-0.00 Alex Junior da Silva, 0-0-0-0.00 Jeferson Silva, 0-0-0-0.00

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North Charleston, South Carolina, United States--The $20 million redevelopment project, Park Circle Re-imagined, features a 55,000 sq. ft playground featuring elements that will ensure inclusion for all children of different abilities to interact; nearly 85% of the playground is covered in shade and features canopy shades and a section with water misters; the Park Circle Playground sets the world record for being the World's Largest Inclusive Playground, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY.

"The entirety of the inner circle has been redeveloped and includes the largest inclusive playground in the world, a new community building with art/rehearsal studio, flexible event space, a history and archives repository, an artist in residence studio and meeting room, an inclusive baseball field, a farmers market pavilion, nature garden, open green space, and walking trails.

"Play that challenges and inspires them physically, supports and stimulates them cognitively and facilitates an emotional and social connection," the official website says.

"A well-designed inclusive playground welcomes children and adults of all abilities to a play experience where everyone can interact and play together."

CHS Today says.

"Park Circle Reimagined includes:

"The project’s centerpiece is a 55,000 sqft playground featuring elements that will ensure inclusion for all children of different abilities to interact. The Post and Courier reports that nearly 85% of the playground is covered in shade and features canopy shades and a section with water misters."

"We’re so proud that South Carolina is now home to one of the world’s largest attractions – the Park Circle Playground, the world’s largest inclusive playground! Having a place where children of all abilities and gifts can gather and play and interact together is important to their healthy learning, growing, and developing," the Only In Your State says.

"A diverse selection of elements have been incorporated into the playground, providing plenty of options that meet a variety of needs, skills, and abilities, each carefully chosen with the goal of creating an environment where the highest level of inclusion is possible!

"Covers positioned over the playground provide shade to reduce the heat from the South Carolina sun, and some areas of the ground have been covered with rubber material to create a softer place to land in those areas."

WCBO News 2 says.

"The playground isn’t just meeting the needs of the neighborhood, but also children with disabilities. “It accommodates anyone and everyone,” said North Charleston Recreation Director, TJ Rostin. It’s designed to be an inclusive haven for people of all ages and abilities.

"City leaders in North Charleston say their hope is when families step on these grounds, they have the best possible experience.It doesn’t stop with just the playground. The project also included a new baseball field and community building."

WCBD News 2 says.

"That means children of all abilities will be able to play on the equipment. There are even swings with wheelchair ramps. The beautiful ballfield is also fully accessible. Kids of any ability will be able to play. But since it has artificial turf, traditional ball games can be played here as well.

"There are even many exercise stations so that parents can work out while their kids play. In total, the city is spending about $20 million on its renovation of Park Circle. Hundreds of people have been working on the 18-month project."

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division confirmed on Friday they are investigating State Rep. Marvin Pendarvis.

The investigation into Pendarvis came at the request of the First Circuit Solicitor’s Office, SLED spokesperson Renee Wunderlich said.

Details of the investigation were not immediately made available.

The announcement of the investigation comes one day after a lawsuit filed against Pendarvis and his law firm, Pendarvis Law, LLC, alleged Pendarvis witnessed the forgery of a client’s signature and agreed to a settlement without his client’s knowledge.

Court documents state Adrian Lewis had retained Pendarvis’s counsel after he was accused of kidnapping his daughter by the child’s mother in 2021.

Lewis’s attorneys said the child’s mother called the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office while the child was with Lewis on Isle of Palms.

Court documents state Lewis received a phone call from deputies and returned home with his child and was arrested.

Attorneys for Lewis accuse Pendarvis of inflating the potential recovery in the case to an amount above the South Carolina Tort Claims Act.

Lewis’s lawyers Eric Bland and Ronnie Richter allege Pendarvis agreed to settle the case with the sheriff’s office without Lewis’s knowledge or consent.

Despite telling Lewis the case was worth up to $325,000 it was settled for $10,000 and Lewis’s signature was forged on the documents, court documents state.

Bland and Richter claim Lewis was given two checks one for $5,000 in December 2023 and another for $1,667 in March 2024 and assured Lewis that more money was coming. However, Lewis would find out that the case was settled for $10,000 and the $6,667 given to him by Pendarvis would represent the settlement minus the 33% fee to the law firm.

Documents filed with the suit show a series of text messages from March allegedly between Lewis and Pendarvis where Lewis says he’ll sue Pendarvis.

In the messages, Lewis tells Pendarvis he has the documents to show the case was settled for “10k” and said he would sue.

“How much you need the check for? Answer the question man,” Pendarvis said. “How Much?”

“U done,” Lewis said.

Pendarvis then asks Lewis to call him and he says no.

“I’ve always come thru for you on anything you need man,” Pendarvis said. “Let’s handle this s---. No need to try and hurt me man. I can help you. Please brother.”

Court documents state Pendarvis visited Lewis’s home around 8:30 a.m. on April 2, 2024, and said he had $50,000 in cash in a black bag to give him and could give him another $25,000. Pendarvis allegedly told Lewis he would write a check to pay for Lewis’s mortgage if Lewis did not sue him.

Lewis refused the offer, Bland and Richter said.

Court documents state Pendarvis met Lewis on April 4 and gave him another check for $15,000 post-dated for April 9.

Bland and Richter said the rules of professional conduct are not a sliding scale, and that Lewis is courageous for bringing these claims forward.

“The type of conduct here that is dangerous is the allegations and the complaint of harnessing and invading your escrow account to pacify a client, and that escrow account may contain funds that don’t only belong to the client, but they belong to others,” Bland said. “You also have to be truthful with your client. The clients are entitled to accurate information so that they can be informed to make decisions in their case.”

The lawsuit seeks damages for Lewis’s financial losses, emotional distress, and punitive damages.

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Can't start the morning/afternoon/life without a large cup of caffeine? Try one of these local coffee purveyors for a fix. Whether it's free wifi or a cozy atmosphere, there's a place for each need.

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A savior for the citizens of Park Circle, The Orange Spot Coffeehouse supplies caffeine to North Charleston. The setting recently expanded with a new address but maintains the same cozy atmosphere. Try the cha yen, a traditional Thai iced tea.

Not only does Owlbear make an excellent cold brew or a iced caramel macchiato (if you’re into that), but this cafe puts out filling bagel sandwiches, waffles, and fancy grilled cheeses.

The Harbinger is a whimsical space full of plants, Instagram-worthy shelves full of treasures, and cozy seating. The coffee drinks are creative, like the maple latte or the Jack Rudy espresso tonic, but do not miss the baked goods — customers are instantly hooked on creations like a take on Rice Krispy Treats with puffed brown rice, tahini, and chocolate. Check out the sister cafe Harken when visiting the heart of downtown.

In addition to expertly prepared espresso drinks, Mercantile offers free wifi, plentiful seating, and a full breakfast and lunch menu — what’s not to love. Oh, and parking. Sold.

The Daily is the place to go for a morning coffee, breakfast sandwich, or an afternoon lunch. Try the golden latte with turmeric-agave syrup and the spring-ish vegetable hash.

Sightsee is a fun, hip shop with a side of coffee bar. Tucked back on Line Street, the space offers coffee to go for those exploring the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood. Try the unique iced cascara tea, which is brewed from the coffee cherry.

Vintage Coffee Cafe offers caffeine, eats, and wifi to the Mount Pleasant set. The kitchen puts out sophisticated breakfast items, like seasonal quiches, oven-roasted tomato tarts, acai bowls, and lox plates, among others.

The pick-up window at Brown Fox Coffee makes it a quick and easy stop to grab a morning latte or a cold brew on the way to the beach on Sullivan’s Island.

Kudu not only has a handsome outdoor patio, but an extensive coffee and craft beer program as well. It doesn't offer wifi, so this shop is for relaxation, not work.

Highfalutin Coffee Roasters really cares about its beans. Roasted in-house, the coffee at this Avondale shop is routinely touted as some of the best by local aficionados — don’t ask for a pumpkin spice latte here.

Petite shop the Rise attracts those in search of a perfect cortado or a honey lavender latte. The space is small, so most customers get their coffee to-go.

Since its located on the Market in the Emeline hotel, Clerks Coffee Company is always buzzing with visitors, but this shouldn’t deter locals. The seating area at Clerks makes for a handsome background to sip a latte and get some work done. After the laptops close, the coffee bar offers beer and wine in addition to slices of Detroit-style pizza and salads.

Sunlight-filled caffeine emporium Second State Coffee (formerly Black Tap Coffee) is the spot to get creative lattes (try the brown sugar or lavender) and kick-ass pour-over brew. It is also the meeting spot for creatives and neighborhood friends to chat about the day or upcoming projects. Check out the Second State in Mount Pleasant for a full menu of hearty breakfast and lunch options.

Entrepreneur Amy Wright has four children, and two, Bitty & Beau, were born with Down syndrome. Wright saw an opportunity to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, who are among the most vulnerable in finding steady jobs. Her coffee shops Betty & Beau are staffed with a very enthusiastic crew that live with issues like autism and cerebral palsy. Stop in for a cup of joy in the morning.

Muddy Waters is an old-school coffee shop on James Island. Around since 2001, it’s a reliable spot for a latte, a macaron, and a quiet place to sit and read a book.

A savior for the citizens of Park Circle, The Orange Spot Coffeehouse supplies caffeine to North Charleston. The setting recently expanded with a new address but maintains the same cozy atmosphere. Try the cha yen, a traditional Thai iced tea.

Not only does Owlbear make an excellent cold brew or a iced caramel macchiato (if you’re into that), but this cafe puts out filling bagel sandwiches, waffles, and fancy grilled cheeses.

The Harbinger is a whimsical space full of plants, Instagram-worthy shelves full of treasures, and cozy seating. The coffee drinks are creative, like the maple latte or the Jack Rudy espresso tonic, but do not miss the baked goods — customers are instantly hooked on creations like a take on Rice Krispy Treats with puffed brown rice, tahini, and chocolate. Check out the sister cafe Harken when visiting the heart of downtown.

In addition to expertly prepared espresso drinks, Mercantile offers free wifi, plentiful seating, and a full breakfast and lunch menu — what’s not to love. Oh, and parking. Sold.

The Daily is the place to go for a morning coffee, breakfast sandwich, or an afternoon lunch. Try the golden latte with turmeric-agave syrup and the spring-ish vegetable hash.

Sightsee is a fun, hip shop with a side of coffee bar. Tucked back on Line Street, the space offers coffee to go for those exploring the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood. Try the unique iced cascara tea, which is brewed from the coffee cherry.

Vintage Coffee Cafe offers caffeine, eats, and wifi to the Mount Pleasant set. The kitchen puts out sophisticated breakfast items, like seasonal quiches, oven-roasted tomato tarts, acai bowls, and lox plates, among others.

The pick-up window at Brown Fox Coffee makes it a quick and easy stop to grab a morning latte or a cold brew on the way to the beach on Sullivan’s Island.

Kudu not only has a handsome outdoor patio, but an extensive coffee and craft beer program as well. It doesn't offer wifi, so this shop is for relaxation, not work.

Highfalutin Coffee Roasters really cares about its beans. Roasted in-house, the coffee at this Avondale shop is routinely touted as some of the best by local aficionados — don’t ask for a pumpkin spice latte here.

Petite shop the Rise attracts those in search of a perfect cortado or a honey lavender latte. The space is small, so most customers get their coffee to-go.

Since its located on the Market in the Emeline hotel, Clerks Coffee Company is always buzzing with visitors, but this shouldn’t deter locals. The seating area at Clerks makes for a handsome background to sip a latte and get some work done. After the laptops close, the coffee bar offers beer and wine in addition to slices of Detroit-style pizza and salads.

Sunlight-filled caffeine emporium Second State Coffee (formerly Black Tap Coffee) is the spot to get creative lattes (try the brown sugar or lavender) and kick-ass pour-over brew. It is also the meeting spot for creatives and neighborhood friends to chat about the day or upcoming projects. Check out the Second State in Mount Pleasant for a full menu of hearty breakfast and lunch options.

Entrepreneur Amy Wright has four children, and two, Bitty & Beau, were born with Down syndrome. Wright saw an opportunity to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, who are among the most vulnerable in finding steady jobs. Her coffee shops Betty & Beau are staffed with a very enthusiastic crew that live with issues like autism and cerebral palsy. Stop in for a cup of joy in the morning.

Muddy Waters is an old-school coffee shop on James Island. Around since 2001, it’s a reliable spot for a latte, a macaron, and a quiet place to sit and read a book.

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The South Carolina Ports Authority plans to buy a 280-acre industrial waterfront property next to the North Charleston Terminal to expand port capacity at the Port of Charleston.

A unanimous vote from the S.C. Ports Board of Directors Tuesday pushed the purchase of the former WestRock paper mill site forward, and S.C. Ports officials believe the deal will close as soon as it is "practical."

“The tremendous backing from our state and an excellent partnership with WestRock allows us to make investments today that will support our state’s economy and create opportunities for future generations of South Carolinians,” said Barbara Melvin, S.C. Ports' president and chief executive officer. “We are adding significant port capacity to support growth in South Carolina and throughout the Southeast.”

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With the estimated 280-acre property, S.C. Ports officials said it will be able to handle more cargo for port-dependent businesses in the area. The additional land will also expand the terminal's capacity, with hopes of handling 5 million containers.

S.C. Ports also has plans to modernize the North Charleston Terminal with upgraded cargo-handling equipment and increased container capacity.

Wrapped within the modernization process is the South Carolina Department of Transportation's commitment to expanding Interstate 526 and replacing the Don Holt Bridge, removing the height constraints for larger vessels.

“South Carolina Ports is widely known as a top driver of our state’s booming economy, but that success doesn’t come by accident — it takes timely, strategic investments like this one," Gov. Henry McMaster said. "Every time we invest in port infrastructure, we see significant success at port-dependent businesses and new, good-paying jobs for our people. Our state’s investment in the expansion of North Charleston Terminal will yield dividends and create opportunities for future generations.”

READ MORE: "SC Ports shares 2023 Economic Impact Study."

There are also plans to deepen the North Charleston Terminal, intending to reach 52 feet. The United States Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District, plans to undertake a feasibility study for the project, which, if approved, will add 5 feet to the Cooper River.

The goal is to have the biggest container ships that reside in the Port of Charleston to have seamless access to the North Charleston Terminal.

“The paper mill site has been in the fabric of our community for decades, helping support many generations of North Charleston families, including my own," said Reggie Burgess, the North Charleston mayor. "As it transitions into a port terminal, we are eager to collaborate closely with South Carolina Ports to guarantee this site continues to be a cornerstone of economic vitality, all the while seamlessly integrating into the community.”