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Real Estate
Blackwells Corner brings mixed-use plans to downtown Hanahan
Hanahan will soon welcome Blackwells Corner, a new town center taking shape.
March 30, 2026 02:05 PM
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Callie Putnam
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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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Callie Putnam
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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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Food
Honoring local food faves
We asked you to be the judge + share which restaurants deserve more love.
April 11, 2024
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Business
New and coming-soon businesses to Charleston
As Charleston continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
March 28, 2024
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A barbecute platter from Lewis BBQ in Charleston, SC.
Food
CHStoday’s BBQ bracket
We wanted to know: Where is the best BBQ in Charleston? You voted for your favorite spots in our BBQ bracket to determine a champion.
March 26, 2024
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City
Asked: What are the must-see places in Charleston?
We won’t give up your favorite dives + hidden gems, but we want to know the must-see places in Charleston for visitors.
March 20, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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City
Plans for a downtown Charleston hotel move forward
Plans for a downtown Charleston hotel include a restaurant + speakeasy.
March 18, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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City
What’s next for Nexton?
We’re looking at what’s next for Nexton + what’s already here.
March 14, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Try this: Make The Longboard’s refreshing cocktail recipe this spring
This cocktail recipe was created locally and is crafted at The Longboard on Sullivan’s Island.
March 8, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Asked: Where are the best dive bars in Charleston?
Tell us about your favorite Charleston hole-in-the-walls, dive bars, and lowkey spots that offer immaculate vibes.
March 6, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Know before you go: Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
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Go birding around Charleston
Use this guide to spot a variety of birds along the Charleston shore, in the sky, and on land.
February 9, 2026
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Where to buy your king cake in Charleston
Celebrate Mardi Gras with king cake in the Holy City.
February 4, 2026
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What would the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony look like in Charleston?
The grand opening of the Alpine event is on Friday, Feb. 6 in Northern Italy. We’re imagining how it would go down in the Charleston area.
February 4, 2026
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Live Oak Charleston to welcome guests on Meeting Street
The peninsula will add a new hotel to its repertoire as Live Oak Charleston is set to open its doors this spring.
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Football
Celebrate the big game, Charleston style
From game-day snacks to the best watch parties in town, here’s your guide to celebrating the last game of the football season in Charleston.
February 2, 2026
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Rare snowfall blankets Charleston landmarks: a white-steepled church, the frozen Pineapple Fountain, and palm-lined downtown streets, blending Southern charm with wintry quiet under gray skies during an unexpected winter moment.
Photo album: Your photos from the 2026 snow in Charleston, SC
We don’t see snow in Charleston very often, but when we do, the stunning scenes stop us in our tracks.
February 2, 2026
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Culture
Charleston pets: Our reigning cats
We asked readers to send us photos of their Charleston-resident pets. And they delivered.
January 27, 2026
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Culture
Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Charleston
Dining in the Holy City is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
January 26, 2026
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Food
What to order at Charleston’s James Beard-nominated restaurants
The Holy City got its annual, unsurprising foodie recognition from the prestigious James Beard Foundation. Let’s take a closer look.
January 21, 2026
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