Boating Retail Restructuring: West Marine filed for Chapter 11 and plans to close 59 stores nationwide, including four in South Carolina (Anderson, Murrells Inlet, North Myrtle Beach and Port Royal), with liquidation sales tied to each location. EV Charging Continuity: Optimus Energy Solutions acquired Duke Energy’s South Carolina fast-charging network—52 DC fast-charging stations across 26 sites—so rural corridor access stays available as the system transitions to long-term private operation. Local Travel Infrastructure: Greenville’s Church Street Bridge reopens after a $22 million rehabilitation, with SCDOT citing improved safety and walkability. Beachfront Legal Win: South Carolina’s Court of Appeals increased attorneys’ fees to property owners after Pawleys Island’s easement condemnation effort was found overly broad and improperly noticed. Tourism Trade Push: Travel South USA launched a Nordic travel-agent training program with Hablo, aiming to boost high-yield itineraries across 12 southern states. Safety on the Water: North Bethany Beach Patrol lifeguard Ashlyn Roselle is featured in a “Guardians by the Sea” spotlight on readiness for emergencies. Road Safety Updates: Fatal crashes were reported in Beaufort County (US-278 tree collision) and Jasper County (US-17 collision near Okeetee Fire Tower Road). Family-Friendly Summer: Yemassee opened its community splash pad for the season, kicking off with local school students.