A new event venue, Charleston Banquet Hall, celebrated its grand opening Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 6, at 143 Main St. City officials were on hand for the ceremonial ribbon cutting to mark the occasion. Pictured from left are Charleston Ward 1 Alderman Gyrone Kenniel, Valerie Taylor (holding Jordyn Turner), owner Jean Anderson, Patricia Jones, Mayor Sedrick Smith, Deputy City Clerk Felisha Porter, Versondra Anderson and City Clerk Vanisha Powell. The banquet hall may be rented for special occasions and features seating arrangements for up to 200 people. The business also offers table and chair rentals, event catering and event decorating services. (Photo by Clay McFerrin / Copyright 2024 Emmerich Newspapers)
