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Tatum Jacaruso

City Editor

Tatum is based in Charleston, SC, and joined CHStoday as a City Editor in April 2021. She has previously written about food and travel across the Southeast. She loves trying new restaurants, exploring beach towns, and meeting local dogs in the Lowcountry.

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City
Update on the Ashley River Crossing project which will connect from West Ashley to Downtown Charleston
City officials and partners had a groundbreaking ceremony for the Ashley River Crossing.
January 8, 2025
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Food
Upcoming oyster roasts in Charleston
Shuck, yeah — clean your oyster knives and wash your special roast rags, it’s time to prepare for seven upcoming oyster roasts.
December 17, 2024
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City
High Water Festival releases spring schedule
Get ready to make waves at Riverfront Park.
November 12, 2024
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Oktoberfest Beer
Culture
8 Oktoberfest events around Charleston
It’s time to celebrate the world’s biggest beer festival right here in the Lowcountry.
September 25, 2024
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Events
The Sweet Tea Festival in Summerville
Explore free-to-attend events all week long.
September 18, 2024
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History
The Fall Tours with the Preservation Society in Charleston
Get an inside look at homes and gardens in the Holy City.
September 13, 2024
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History
History of the old Cooper River bridges
Dive into the past of these iconic bridges.
July 10, 2024
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Parks and Recreation
Makin’ a splash: Charleston County water parks are ready for summer
With summer around the corner, here are three ways to cool off around the Holy City.
June 4, 2024
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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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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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Food
Guide to Charleston Cocktail Week
Grab a pass to this week-long festival.
April 10, 2024
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Events
13 spring events happening in Charleston
Spring is fast approaching and with it are festivals + events that celebrate the uniqueness and variety of Charleston.
February 21, 2024
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Events
Guide to the 2024 Lowcountry Oyster Festival
All the details you need to shuck your way through the Lowcountry Oyster Festival.
January 26, 2024
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Rainy Day
Culture
How to spend a rainy day in Charleston
Don’t let the clouds get you down.
October 26, 2023
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A bench overlooking the water.
Development
Visit May Forest, a new 23-acre state park on James Island
Get the details on this green space.
October 13, 2023
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A bridge under trees at Magnolia Gardens.
Culture
Start the season with seven fall festivals across Charleston
If you haven’t gotten lost in a corn maze, shopped fall-themed arts and crafts, sipped wine in the garden, picked apples, or taken a walk in a pumpkin patch — can you really say it’s fall?
September 18, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
Hurricane season forecast in Charleston
Check out predictions and resources.
May 26, 2023
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Culture
10 Charleston life hacks: Part 2
Pro tips every Charlestonian should know.
May 24, 2023
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Culture
Stories in the Holy City
Here’s a snapshot of my favorite Charleston stories.
May 24, 2023
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Food
New restaurants to try around Charleston, SC
... and why you should visit them.
May 18, 2023
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City
Check out plans for a 306-acre park in Summerville
Dig into the details on Pine Trace Natural Area.
May 16, 2023
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Food
10 places to grab a sandwich in Charleston
These local sandwiches will hit the spot.
May 12, 2023
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Arts
Explore this digital art gallery in Charleston
View unique digital art at Beeple Studios.
May 12, 2023
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Food
Bites and sips at Bar Vauté
We stopped by for Apero Hour at Charleston’s only below-street-level bar.
May 10, 2023
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Events
Celebrating the Charleston Greek Festival
Everything you need to know about tickets, activities, and food.
May 8, 2023
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History
George Washington’s visit in Charleston
The first president of the United States spent a week in the Holy City.
May 4, 2023
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City
How to attend city council meetings in Charleston
Check out these frequently asked questions.
May 4, 2023
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Food
Where to eat gluten free in Charleston
Check out our holy grail guide on eating gluten free in the Holy City
May 4, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our Guide to Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Planning a getaway? Check out Wrightsville Beach, NC, a coastal town great for surfers, foodies, and art lovers alike.
May 3, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
Explore these bike trails in Charleston
Pump up your tires and head to these three spots for an outdoor adventure.
May 2, 2023
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