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Callie Putnam

Newsletter Editor

Callie is based in Charleston, SC, and is a former television news producer. Most recently she served as an Executive Producer at Live 5 News. Callie, a volleyball student-athlete, graduated from the University of South Carolina’s School of Journalism and Mass Communications — go Gamecocks. When she’s not on the clock you can find her with friends + family, sipping a cup of coffee, or exploring the Lowcountry.

This image depicts a modern, green building with a sloped roof and large glass windows. The sign reads “Frank & Jack’s.” The structure features vertical siding and prominent lighting. Landscaping includes ornamental grasses and purple flowers. Two people stand near the entrance, and a car is parked nearby.

Real Estate

Frank & Jack’s, a new restaurant and event space, is coming to Mount Pleasant

Frank & Jack’s will be nestled on two acres just off Highway 17, and the space will feature a standalone ice cream shack.

April 23, 2025

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Visitors browse a vibrant indoor art exhibit showcasing mixed media, sculptures, and colorful wall hangings. People of various ages engage with the artwork, some admiring stained glass, fiber art, or abstract pieces. Sculptures of animals and intricate textures create a lively, creative atmosphere within a spacious, well-lit venue.

Culture

What you can expect at the 42nd annual North Charleston Arts Fest

The North Charleston Arts Fest is a free five-day celebration that will include performances, activities, and exhibits at a variety of venues throughout the city.

April 21, 2025

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Sponsored

What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day

Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.

Sponsored by The Buy

In this photo, a person wearing a pink apron with a bright red-orange bow is working on a stainless steel countertop, rolling out dough into a long shape. To the left, a tray covered in cornmeal and a black and silver dough scraper are visible. On the right side of the counter lie more pieces of dough, ready to be shaped.

Food

Take a peek at the lineup for Charleston Wine + Food’s Summer Sizzle series

The Summer Sizzle series is hosted by Charleston Wine + Food and features a dozen foodie events that stretch across the Holy City.

April 17, 2025

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Wellness

3 places to explore med spa treatments in Charleston

We’ve rounded up three Holy City spots, where aesthetics, beauty, and wellness take center stage.

April 17, 2025

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This conceptual illustration depicts a mixed-use development adjacent to a waterfront. The layout features a blend of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, including mid-rise apartment buildings, retail shops, green courtyards, and community gathering areas. Tree-lined streets and pedestrian pathways promote walkability, while parking areas are discreetly integrated. A marina or dock extends into the water, enhancing the coastal appeal. Architectural styles blend modern and traditional elements, creating a welcoming village-like atmosphere. The surrounding landscape includes lush greenery and open space, providing a natural buffer between structures and the shoreline.

Real Estate

Updates on Patriots Annex, a mixed-use project planned for Mount Pleasant

This waterfront work, live, and play project aims to bring marinas, offices, hotels + tourist attractions, restaurants, parks, and homes to the area.

April 15, 2025

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This photo captures an active archaeological excavation in a formal garden setting, conducted by The Charleston Museum, as indicated by the sign in the foreground. Multiple excavation units are visible, bordered by hedges and neatly maintained pathways. Several people are present, including archaeologists, media personnel with cameras on tripods, and possibly museum staff or visitors. The location is an historic property, with brick walls, old architecture, and mature landscaping.

Culture

Unearthing history at the Heyward-Washington House

See history first-hand during archaeological excavations at the Heyward-Washington House.

April 15, 2025

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In this vibrant photo, a young girl is holding a colorful bouquet in front of her face, partially obscuring her features. The bouquet bursts with a variety of blooms, including peach and coral dahlias, deep burgundy flowers, fluffy purple blossoms, spiky pale celosia, and small yellow flowers. The background is a lush garden with more flowers in bloom, creating a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

City

Try this curated flower-picking experience

Take a trip out to Berkeley County to pick and create your own flower arrangement.

April 11, 2025

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City

Charleston’s oldest businesses

From apparel to food, the Holy City has several family-owned businesses that have been around for a century — or more.

April 9, 2025

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Justine Palkowski

This photo shows a white plate with fried chicken, corn, and mashed potatoes and gravy.

Food

CHStoday’s menu for the Masters Champions Dinner

Here’s what the CHStoday team would put on the menu if we were serving the Masters Champions Dinner.

April 9, 2025

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This photo shows Kelsea Ballerini performing on stage under a soft spotlight, creating an intimate and ethereal atmosphere. Seated on a stool, she strums an acoustic guitar and sings into a microphone, her focus deep and emotional. She wears a layered tulle dress paired with sparkling knee-high boots, adding elegance and glamour to the moment. The background is dimly lit, with a drum set visible behind her.

Events

Answered: Where Kelsea Ballerini should visit on her next trip to Charleston

Did you know? Ballerini collaborated with Apple Maps to highlight a few of her favorite Lowcountry spots.

April 7, 2025

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This photo showcases a plated dish featuring crispy fried soft-shell crab atop a vibrant, fresh salad. The salad includes a mix of leafy greens, shredded cabbage, carrot strips, and sliced red peppers, all lightly dressed. The plate is artistically speckled.

Food

7 spots to get soft-shell crabs in Charleston

Seeing soft-shell crabs on the menu is a sure sign summer is on the way — check out these seven Charleston spots to grab yours.

April 7, 2025

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Sports

A dive into the history of the Charleston RiverDogs

Before you root, root, root for the RiverDogs, take a peek at the team’s 30+ year history.

April 3, 2025

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Alexandra Garian

silhouettes of individuals dancing with the Ravenel Bridge in the background.

Events

Shimmy your way into the weekend at Dancing on the Cooper

Dancing on the Cooper is a live music series featuring different acts performing on the Mount Pleasant Pier.

April 3, 2025

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This image showcases a spacious, modern, and well-lit workspace or communal area with a minimalist design. The room has high, slanted ceilings with exposed white beams and ductwork, adorned with multiple spotlights for ample lighting.

At the center, there is a long blue table with multiple wooden chairs that have a unique, curved design. The table is equipped with some stationery, including markers, paper, and other small objects.

The flooring consists of light wooden planks, complementing the natural tones of the furniture. In the background, there is a modular wooden shelving unit with decorative elements such as vases and sculptures. The room also features additional tables and seating areas, indicating a multifunctional space.

Large windows on one side allow natural light to enter, and there are plants in the corner, adding a touch of greenery.

Business

Kinry Club, a new family social club for work, play, and community

The Kinry Club is a 4,000-sqft space that offers families, support + space to grow their community.

April 1, 2025

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The photo shows Chef Orlando Pagán in a white apron working in the kitchen, there is a silver bowl.

Food

Q+A with Chef Orlando Pagan of Wild Common

CHStoday chats with Chef Orlando Pagan about his journey with multiple sclerosis, Wild Common, his favorite Lowcountry spots.

April 1, 2025

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Events

Beemok Hospitality Collection introduces a new series of foodie fun for the Credit One Charleston Open

The food and drink-focused offerings will feature the hospitality group’s several properties during the Credit One Charleston Open’s duration.

March 28, 2025

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Summer specials on a table at Five Loaves Cafe.

Live

Lunch break: A guide to $15 lunch deals in Charleston

We’ve rounded up local deals that’ll help you enjoy your lunch break without breaking the bank.

March 28, 2025

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This photo depicts a gathering of people inside an ornate, historical room with vintage decor. The room features distressed walls with decorative molding, a grand chandelier with multiple candle-style lights, and a black fireplace adorned with framed artwork. The artwork includes iconic "Obey" prints associated with Shepard Fairey, featuring bold graphic designs in red, black, and white.

In the center of the room, a striking art installation is displayed — a boat covered in Fairey's signature designs, including the word "OBEY" and stylized motifs. Several people are present, some are engaged in conversation, while others are observing the artwork.

Culture

“FRAGMENTS + FACADES,” an art exhibition part of Charleston by Design and Charleston Festival

The display was created exclusively for exhibition at the Aiken-Rhett House and features three artists, two of whom are Charlestonians.

March 26, 2025

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This aerial photo captures a waterfront construction site along the Low Battery seawall. The image shows an active work zone with heavy machinery, including excavators, bulldozers, and construction materials scattered throughout the area. The seawall, which runs parallel to the water, is undergoing renovations, as indicated by dirt piles, barriers, and ongoing work.

Adjacent to the construction site is a historic park with large, mature oak trees and a prominent circular monument featuring a statue at its center. Surrounding the park are elegant, historic homes with classic Southern architecture, white facades, and porches.

City

Charleston’s Low Battery Seawall Repair Project nears completion

In addition to enhancing the resilience of the city’s infrastructure, the project has 45+ palmetto trees.

March 26, 2025

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Culture

Celebrating the legacy + alumnae of Ashley Hall

Let’s dig deeper into Ashley Hall, a Charleston school that has helped shape some remarkable women in its 115+ years.

March 24, 2025

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Food

If the characters of “The White Lotus” season 3 were in Charleston, where would they eat?

Play along with us and let us know where you think you’d spot your favorite “The White Lotus” season 3 character enjoying a meal in the Holy City.

March 20, 2025

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Culture

Where Kelsea Ballerini should visit on her next trip to Charleston

Ballerini has made several stops in the 843 — some to visit friends, and some for work like the stop she made with Kenny Chesney on the “I Go Back Tour.”

March 18, 2025

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City

Switchyards, a neighborhood work club, is set to open in Charleston next month

Charleston will soon be home to Switchyards, a work club flipping the script on traditional coworking spaces.

March 18, 2025

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The photo shows City Editor Callie in the center with Corrie and Shuai Wang on either side, there is a brick wall in the background.

Food

CHStoday chats with Chef Shuai Wang about family, food, Charleston, and “Top Chef”

Chef Shuai Wang is competing in season 22 of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” was named a 2025 SC Chef Ambassador, and owns two popular North Charleston restaurants.

March 12, 2025

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Food

Charleston cafes set to debut their first cookbook this spring

The cookbook, which features two Charleston cafes, aims to celebrate food’s ability to foster community and share the secrets behind some tasty bites.

March 12, 2025

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Arts

Lowcountry artists featured in the City of North Charleston’s Artists-in-Residence program

Lowcountry artists chosen for the Artists-in-Residence program will have their work on display at the Park Circle Community Building.

March 10, 2025

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Events

10+ ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Charleston

From family fun to block parties, we’ve rounded up several spots to sham-rock St. Patrick’s Day in Charleston.

March 7, 2025

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Travel and Outdoors

A former West Ashley farm is being shaped into Old Towne Creek County Park

The Old Towne Creek County Park will offer several amenities to the Charleston community, like an amphitheater and a playground.

March 6, 2025

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Culture

Carolopolis Award winners + preserving history in Charleston

Carolopolis Awards honor both private and public projects that preserve that history.

March 4, 2025

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