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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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🚂 Hop on this family-friendly holiday tradition
Visit the Best Friend Train Museum for a celebration with Santa, free photos, and a chance to give back this holiday season.
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High Water Festival releases spring schedule
Get ready to make waves at Riverfront Park.
November 12, 2024
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Tatum Jacaruso
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🪼 Dive into some holiday fun under the sea
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City
The Lowcountry Lowline project’s progress
The City of Charleston’s Lowcountry Lowline project has been in the works for years and is set to
November 7, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Nonprofits
Going Places to host bike giveaway for Frierson Elementary Students
Thanks to the Beyond Our Gates Foundation, 173 children will receive custom bikes, helmets, locks, and bike pumps in a upcoming giveaway.
November 6, 2024
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Erika Ross
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City
City, county, and school district approve Union Pier financial plan
The approval of a tax increment financing district will help fund the high-profile development on the edge of the eastern Charleston Peninsula.
November 5, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Real Estate
The recognizable John Ravenel House with a rich history has been listed for sale
This well-known John Ravenel House is located in historic downtown Charleston and is on the market for the first time in almost a decade.
November 1, 2024
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Callie Putnam
This rendering shows the plan for the future restaurant, with lots of wood and red accents.
Food
Pelato — a new Italian restaurant with Brooklyn roots — will soon call Morrison Drive home
The team behind Pelato says they aim to bring both authentic Italian dishes and traditions to Charleston — the new restaurant will call the former Butcher & Bee space home.
November 1, 2024
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Callie Putnam
A GIF of the amenities at Overlook Point apartments in Charleston.
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Wake up to stunning views in this waterfront community
Nestled along the waterfront just minutes from the peninsula, Overlook Point has a lot to offer.
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Explore these 10+ farmers markets in Charleston
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History
George Washington’s week-long visit to Charleston
George Washington, the first president of the United States, spent a week in the Holy City.
May 1, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Events
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in and around Charleston
From panel discussions to a night market, the month-long series honors Asian American and Pacific Islander identity, culture, and creativity across Charleston.
April 30, 2025
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Food
Reader recommended: The Lowcountry’s best pimento cheese
We asked where to find the pimento cheese in the 843, and you answered.
April 29, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Aerial view of a lively Kentucky Derby watch party at a waterfront venue, with crowds gathered under umbrellas and tents, a rooftop bar, and boats docked along the marina. A large outdoor screen shows the race.
Events
Where to watch the Kentucky Derby in Charleston this Saturday
From rooftop parties to giant outdoor screens, here are three festive spots to break out your best Derby attire and catch “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.”
April 28, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Weather
What are King Tides and why they matter in Charleston
Discover when King Tides are expected in 2025 — and how you can help document their impact safely.
April 28, 2025
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Events
A taste of the Lowcountry: Chef’s Potluck returns May 18
Don’t miss the 17th annual Chef’s Potluck that celebrates local flavor with top chefs, farm-fresh bites, family fun, and a chance to support Charleston’s local food system.
April 25, 2025
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Erika Ross