Season’s Greetings from the South Coast Office of the Coastal Conservation League. In this December newsletter, we’ll discuss Jasper County’s comprehensive plan updates, and also talk about wintertime fishing in the Lowcountry! Learn more about strategies Jasper County is considering to protect its wildlife and natural resources–and stay tuned for the hottest conservation fishing tips! […]
...You know those thick plastic bags big box stores have been offering over the last several years? The ones marketed as “reusable”, but that still end up as litter? This week, Charleston City Council passed an amendment to close a loophole in the existing plastic ordinance that allows for these thicker plastic bags, requiring big […]
...On Tuesday afternoon, despite extensive concerns over the feasibility of the project raised by Chairman Harvey Peeler (R – Cherokee), Senator Nikki Setzler (D – Lexington), and Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter (D – Orangeburg), the Joint Bond Review Committee voted to approve $75 million of state funding for Charleston County’s I-526 Extension. Of course, that is […]
...As a reminder, Thursday night, Charleston County Council will hold the first reading and vote on whether to approve or deny Charleston County Public Work’s request for exemption from the tree protection and preservation ordinance. We need you there to voice your opposition. Charleston County Council Meeting Thursday, November 30th at 5:00 PM Council […]
...Welcome to the November 2023 issue of the North Coast newsletter! How in the world is it the start of the holiday season already?! For many of us living along the coast, the holidays also mean prime oyster roasting season with friends and family. Below, we talk about the importance of oysters to us in […]
...Land, Water & Wildlife Project Manager Brooke Blosser stands with Katie McKain, director of Sustainability for the City of Charleston during the proclamation of November 15 as America Recycles Day. As we continue to celebrate National Recycling Month, we have good news to share! Last night, the City of Charleston and Charleston County proclaimed […]
...Help Charleston County understand your feedback on its climate action planning efforts by taking the Charleston County Climate Action Planning Questionnaire. Share Your Thoughts
...Faith and Dr. Jane Goodall. Photo by Amos Adams. In September I had the opportunity of a lifetime—to meet global icon and world-renowned conservationist, ethologist, and anthropologist Dr. Jane Goodall. A sold-out Gaillard Center crowd and I were privileged to hear Dr. Goodall reflect on her awe-inspiring relationship with chimpanzees, the work of the Jane […]
...Say NO to Charleston County Public Works Exemption for Grand Tree Removal PROPOSED AMENDMENT CHANGES Charleston County Council has proposed amendments to the tree protection and preservation ordinance that would exempt county-led road projects from needing authorization from the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) before cutting down trees. This could lead to the loss […]
...Happy National Recycling Month! We kicked off the month celebrating with partners—and some of you!—at our Kick-Off event at Freehouse Brewery yesterday, but we’ll be continuing the festivities all month long. Throughout November, you can celebrate Charleston sustainability and recycling initiatives by participating in our Race to Recycle Challenge! Participate over the next few weeks […]
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