The Charleston area’s largest water provider is pushing back – hard – against a new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rule to reduce so-called 'forever chemicals' in drinking water due to health risks. dlvr.it/T5NH6p

MORNING NEWSBREAK  |  A flash flood warning is in effect until noon today in Berkeley and Charleston counties as heavy thunderstorms are predicted to dump as much as two inches of rain in the Lowcountry, according to the National Weather Service. dlvr.it/T5MspD

Lowcountry Cajun Festival Experience the authentic flavors of Louisiana’s Cajun and Creole cuisine with favorites like jambalaya and etouffee, alongside beloved Lowcountry seafood and barbeque fare. Dare to enter the annual crawfish eating contest or lay… dlvr.it/T5LS8s

The Holy City will get a little spicy this weekend as the tastes and sounds of Louisiana visit James Island County Park on Saturday from noon to 6 p.m., courtesy of the Lowcountry Cajun Festival. dlvr.it/T5L993

MORNING NEWSBREAK  | A South Carolina Senate committee voted Tuesday to fast-track a sweeping and controversial energy policy reform bill despite the public’s concerns that the process is moving too quickly.   dlvr.it/T5KNW0

For the last 20 years, visitors to a secluded part of James Island saw a sign made from a vibrant blue surfboard with pink and yellow stripes that said, “Welcome to Mosquito Beach, est. 1953.” For the last few days, the sign has been missing. dlvr.it/T5HzfC

As the nation-gripping saga of disgraced attorney and convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh and his myriad crimes continues to unfold, South Carolina author Jason Ryan dives deep into the whole Murdaugh family’s closet — which is chock-full of skeletons.  The… dlvr.it/T5HjpV

MORNING NEWSBREAK  | While Charleston-area residents experienced a total eclipse here in 2017, Monday's 70% total eclipse proved to be just as powerful of a celestial event for many as the moon crossed the path of the sun. dlvr.it/T5GyWG

The International African American Museum (IAAM) last month welcomed students from the College of Charleston, Benedict College and the College of the Holy Cross for something new:  its first Alternate Spring Break (ASB) program. dlvr.it/T5FGFQ

MORNING NEWSBREAK  |  The South Carolina women's basketball team on Sunday won its third national championship since 2017 by convincingly beating Iowa 87-75 to finish its first perfect season: 38 wins, no losses. dlvr.it/T5DWrb

A Charleston businesswoman whose fight to legalize mobile cosmetology services in South Carolina made headlines earlier this year is celebrating a major, though still incomplete, victory in the state Senate. “I’m really happy,” Ring My Belle owner Megan… dlvr.it/T5C7Qf

Housing and homeownership have long been cherished aspects of the American Dream, particularly for middle-class workers who form the backbone of the country's labor force. However, the Charleston Metro region is facing a shortage of available housing,… dlvr.it/T5Bx4V

Angry state lawmakers are moving forward with major financial reform efforts after embarrassment from two whopping accounting scandals involving more than $5 billion in miscounted, misallocated and just plain mysterious state funds. While many South… dlvr.it/T5Bhyq

America’s traditional mom-and-apple-pie values appear to be in better shape than many talking heads and pundits decry, according to a big new national poll. That’s good — particularly in times of too much news about fissures for democracy, including… dlvr.it/T5BQh9

Gregory Thompson Jr., professionally known as DJ Nor_Way, boasts over 18 years of expertise within the entertainment realm, Ohm Radio writes. dlvr.it/T5B92l

The Charleston Animal Society’s fifth annual Rescue Brew competition is now underway as it seeks 2024 spokespets during its year-long celebration of its 150th anniversary. A contest launch party is Sunday in North Charleston. dlvr.it/T59Mvz

MORNING NEWSBREAK  | Forecasters at Colorado State University predict 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes and five major hurricanes this year when hurricane season starts in June, according to the hurricane season forecast. Hurricane experts said Thursday… dlvr.it/T599G0

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With the rise in temperatures (and pollen levels), area breweries are introducing a number of seasonal beers for the spring and summer. dlvr.it/T58dT1

Five years after launching an innovative plan to limit the environmental effect of commercial development, Mount Pleasant is expanding to techniques that homeowners can follow to be energy-efficient and nature-friendly. dlvr.it/T58Lm6