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Philosophers & Fools celebrates year two on Bogard Street
This downtown bookshop, Philosophers & Fools, is inviting the Charleston community to celebrate two years of drinks, snacks, and books.
March 05, 2026 09:39 AM
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
Charleston’s 1999 time capsule
What was Charleston like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
August 29, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Business
Meet the makers: the men behind Brackish, a Charleston fashion brand
The first core value of Brackish was to respectfully repurpose the beauty of nature.
August 27, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Business
Q+A with Jesse Sandole of 167 Raw
We chatted with the owner of 167 Raw, Jesse Sandole, as the restaurant celebrates its 10th anniversary.
July 30, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at a mall of Charleston’s past — plus hope for the future.
July 3, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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This local brand is inspired by life along the Kiawah River
Relax in style with easygoing silhouettes, light fabrics, and small-batch goods from Kiawah River Finery.
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Small Business
Q+A with Jenny Ferrara of Philosophers & Fools
Learn about Philosophers & Fools, Charleston’s only bookstore bar.
June 17, 2024
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Erika Ross
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The Inlet at Seabrook Island is to bring 11 townhomes to the area
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A neatly set restaurant table displays Hank’s Seafood menus—one brown leather, one illustrated cream, and one brunch insert—alongside silverware, glassware, and a folded napkin embroidered with “Hank’s.”
Food
A Charleston favorite, Hank’s Seafood Restaurant, is now offering lunch
Hank’s Seafood Restaurant’s new service is rooted in the restaurant’s 25+ years of tradition and focuses on refreshed lunch options.
October 21, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Join the upcoming meetings to discuss the proposed roadway projects
The series of meetings aims to highlight the need for road projects to improve safety, congestion relief, and infrastructure needs.
October 20, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
Immerse yourself in Scottish culture at the Charleston Scottish Games and Highland Gathering
Guests will gather to celebrate Scottish heritage at the second-oldest event of its kind in the southeast.
October 17, 2025
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Filming of Netflix’s “Outer Banks” final season is underway
Ever wonder where the “Outer Banks” cast members eat when they’re in town for work? We’ve got the answers.
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Callie Putnam
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Real Estate
Huger Street to welcome new residents in 2027 in a new 77-unit community
Project leaders say their goal with the Huger Street project is to enhance Charleston’s architectural character while still addressing the need for housing.
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