Honoring the Lowcountry’s ‘Remarkable Women’

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) – Four women will be honored for being remarkable leaders in the community during a celebration Friday at the South Carolina Aquarium.

News 2 and our parent company, Nexstar Media Group, wanted to acknowledge the great contributions that women have made to our nation and local communities in honor of International Women’s Month.

For weeks back in December, members of the community were invited to nominate women who inspire, lead, and forge the way for others – not just one day or month, but day-in and day-out – to be considered for our Remarkable Women initiative.

All essay submissions were judged and ranked by a special panel leading to our four finalists.’

During News 2 Today, one winner of the four finalists will be selected to be named the Lowcountry’s most Remarkable Woman for 2021 and receive a $1,000 donation to the charity of her choice.

This year’s nominees include Dr. Jocelyn Evans, Nilsy Rapalo, Geona Shaw Johnson, and Emily Cruse – four women, all positive role models.

The winner will be announced during a special airing of News 2 Today on Friday morning.

MEET THE FINALISTS