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Heavy traffic delays occurred on I-526 and Long Point Road in Mount Pleasant, SC, as hundreds of 18-wheelers waited to enter the Wando Welch terminal due to a backlog from a two-day closure caused by a software issue. SC Ports officials have extended gate hours to alleviate the congestion.
A nor'easter that hit Charleston and the coast resulted in at least one fatality in Mount Pleasant, where a 72-year-old woman died after being trapped in a submerged vehicle. The storm brought unexpected high tides, causing severe flooding in areas not typically prone to flooding. Businesses, including the Flow State Wellness Studio, were heavily damaged, with the owner facing lost revenue. Local beaches experienced erosion, and a bridge in McClellanville was washed out, leaving about 100 people stranded. The National Weather Service warns of potential inland flooding as rain-swollen rivers flow toward the ocean.
The Mustard Seed, a popular restaurant in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, has announced its closing after more than 28 years in business. The owner, Sal Parco, will retire and the restaurant will be taken over by a new group. Parco expressed his gratitude towards the loyal customers and the restaurant community.
Mount Pleasant Town Supervisor Carl Fulgenzi declares a state of emergency in response to the influx of migrants in the Hudson Valley. The state of emergency will make it clear that the town does not have the ability to house any migrants, and that there are no facilities there for extended stays. The state of emergency will remain in effect for 30 days and could be extended.
The village of Mount Pleasant in Wisconsin is experiencing a bitter political battle as four residents challenge the village president and three trustees on the village board in the upcoming election. The challengers are seeking to take control of the board and move on from Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn, which has failed to deliver on its promises to invest $10 billion and create 10,000 jobs in the area. The incumbents argue that the village's partnership with Foxconn outweighs the cons and that tax revenues from the company have been critical in improving basic services for residents. The outcome of the election could determine the future of outside investments in the community.
Microsoft is in talks to purchase a 315-acre parcel of land in Mount Pleasant to create a data center campus. The proposed development will be considered by the Mount Pleasant Village Board and the Racine County Board. If approved, construction is expected to begin in 2026. Foxconn will receive the proceeds from the land sale and release all rights to the 315 acres.