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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.

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Development
Courier Square Phase II, Building I gets final approval from Charleston’s BAR-L
The proposed project that will feature apartments and retail space on King Street is moving forward after receiving final approval from the Board of Architectural Review.
June 14, 2024
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City
Lowcountry firm has plans to fight flooding on Sullivan’s Island
SeamonWhiteside was selected to address flooding on Sullivan’s Island.
June 12, 2024
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Events
JuLionfish Festival is set for July 26
Proceeds from the event will benefit SC Aquarium Reef Research.
June 10, 2024
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Q+A with Kultura Chef Nikko Cagalanan who was named a James Beard Foundation Awards finalist
Chef Nikko Cagalanan of Kultura was named an “Emerging Chef” finalist.
May 24, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Q+A with Lyles Geer of William Means Real Estate
Before diving into the home-buying world, get some quick knowledge from the folks at William Means Real Estate.
May 21, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrating travel and tourism in Charleston
Travel and tourism play a major role in the Holy City’s economy.
May 21, 2024
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Events
Blockade of Charleston Festival gets a new date
Blockade of Charleston Festival to take place Saturday, June 15
May 17, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
The Rally For Clean Water Trash Tournament starts this weekend
This new tournament is a fun twist to keeping the Lowcountry clean.
May 15, 2024
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Food
Try This: The Palmetto Hotel Lobby Bar’s recipe for The Reveler
The Reveler combines local espresso, aged rum, amaro, and cacao.
May 13, 2024
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City
Local Government 101: The basics of The City of Charleston’s Design Review Board
Learn about what the DRB does and how you can get involved.
May 13, 2024
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Food
Lowcountry brewery’s new beer honors sailors
A brewery and museum released a new beer that honors sailors and gives back to the community.
May 9, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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History
Preservation Society of Charleston launches interactive Historic Marker Map
This interactive Historic Marker Map will give you a history lesson while you’re on the go.
May 7, 2024
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This rendering shows the pool space that is planned for the resort.
Travel and Outdoors
The Dunlin, a resort on the Kiawah River to open this summer
The Dunlin will offer everything from spa treatments to nature adventures this summer.
May 3, 2024
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Business
Our fourth National Small Business Week spotlight is Wild and Wooly
In today’s National Small Business Week spotlight, we’re introducing you to Wild and Wooly, a Mount Pleasant quilt, knit, fabric, and yarn store.
May 1, 2024
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Business
Our second National Small Business Week spotlight is Stevenson & Co.
In today’s National Small Business Week spotlight, we’re introducing you to Stevenson & Co., a contemporary fine art gallery in the French Quarter.
April 29, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Play
Charleston’s summer bucket list
There’s nothing quite like summer in Charleston. We’ve got you covered with all the best festivals, events, and other activities throughout the Holy City.
April 29, 2024
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Tatum Jacaruso
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Real Estate
Gather Mount Pleasant, an entertainment and retail space is planned for Hungry Neck Boulevard
Gather MTP would span five acres and offer restaurants, office and retail space, and outdoor spaces.
April 25, 2024
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This photo shows juvenile green sea turtle receiving care at the South Carolina Aquarium.
Travel and Outdoors
7 sea turtles being treated at SC Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Care Center
Ticket and membership sales allow the Aquarium to continue helping the sea turtles and doing this conservation work
April 23, 2024
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Culture
Q+A with Emily Donica about Charleston fashion
Let’s talk spring + summer trends and all things Charleston fashion.
April 23, 2024
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Events
That BIG Book Sale returns May 16-19
The annual book sale supports the local public library.
April 22, 2024
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Food
9 rooftop bars and restaurants in Charleston
We’re taking summer to new heights with nine rooftop bars + restaurants around Charleston.
April 19, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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City
How to observe Earth Day in Charleston
Invest in our planet with local Earth Day initiatives.
April 19, 2024
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Katie Smith
This photo shows the building the golf facility will be located in, the logo and a golfer swinging a club.
City
New indoor golf facility to open this summer
The indoor golf facility will be open 24 hours and aims to give guests a luxurious experience.
April 17, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Arts
We’re spotlighting 10 Charleston theaters
A guide to enjoying plays, performances, and theaters in the 843.
April 17, 2024
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Tatum Jacaruso
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Travel and Outdoors
Your guide to beach parking in Charleston
Beach parking can be a pain — let us help you find a spot at Folly, IOP, or Sullivan’s.
April 15, 2024
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Callie Putnam
This photo shows the exterior of the International African American Museum at twilight.
Travel and Outdoors
Three questions with a National Geographic travel writer + his recommended stop in Charleston
National Geographic released a global travel guide packed with off-the-beaten-path destinations — Including Charleston’s own International African American Museum.
April 11, 2024
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Rendering shows plans for growth at the Charleston International Airport.
Travel and Outdoors
Charleston International Airport receives funding for expansion projects
Charleston International Airport will roll out expansion projects in several phases.
April 9, 2024
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Callie Putnam
This photo shows Chef Nikko Cagalanan in a black apron.
Food
Kultura Chef Nikko Cagalanan named a James Beard Award finalist
James Beard Award finalists from Charleston is known for putting an inventive twist on traditional Filipino cuisine.
April 3, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Travel and Outdoors
Answered: Readers say these are the must-see places in Charleston
This list of must-see places in Charleston for visitors was created from reader submissions.
April 3, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Travel and Outdoors
Emeline x Crabbing with Tia excursion gives guest a chance to catch their dinner
Learn some tips and tricks for crabbing with a Charleston native.
April 1, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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