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Fall Tours with the Preservation Society in Charleston
Get an inside look at homes and gardens in the Holy City.
September 13, 2024 03:13 PM
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Tatum Jacaruso
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How Barbados helped shape Charleston
Did you know that some of Charleston’s iconic staples initially originated from Barbados? We have the history.
September 12, 2024
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Justine Palkowski
Live
Unwritten rules of Charleston
Tell us you’re from Charleston without telling us you’re from Charleston.
September 9, 2024
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Alexandra Garian
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Sports
Celebrating 50 years of Men’s Soccer at the College of Charleston
The College of Charleston’s Men’s Soccer program transitioned from NAIA to NCAA Division I status in 1991.
September 4, 2024
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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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Parks and Recreation
Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission acquire property on Wallace Creek
This property on Wallace Creek has historical and cultural significance
August 28, 2024
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Erika Grimes
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Tourism and Hospitality
The building which houses the Meeting Street Inn celebrates 150 years
We’re looking back at what other businesses called the building home before the Meeting Street Inn moved into the downtown spot.
August 27, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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History
Charleston church to receive funds for preservation from the National Park Service
The Charleston church was selected to receive a grant and was designated as a nationally significant historic property.
August 21, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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City
What’s the story behind Rainbow Row: drunken sailors or copycat neighbors?
Learn why the homes along Rainbow Row don bright colors.
August 13, 2024
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Justine Palkowski
History
Who is Bessie the Coburg Cow and what’s her story?
The Coburg Cow stands proudly in West Ashley.
August 7, 2024
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Alexandra Garian
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History
Here are some facts on Philadelphia Alley
Philadelphia Alley is one of Charleston’s beautiful alleyways.
July 31, 2024
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Erika Grimes
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Events
Know before you go: Riverfront Revival
Deep dive into this guide and learn how to navigate the annual two-day music festival loaded with live music and food inspired by the Lowcountry.
September 10, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Keeping tradition alive, Indigo Road Hospitality Group hosts its own Restaurant Week
During the hospitality group’s Restaurant Week, there are special three-course menus offered at a discounted price.
September 10, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Events
Blast to the past for this year’s Party for the Parks
Party for the Parks attendees will travel to the past for a 1960s Palm Royale theme.
September 9, 2024
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Erika Grimes
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Events
Annual Lewis Hatch Chile Roast returns in October
The Hatch Chile Roast benefits the nonprofit Friends of Joseph Floyd Manor.
September 6, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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City
Local Government 101: Breaking down the Business + Neighborhood Services division offers
The city provides resources like webinars and workshops to business owners and entrepreneurs in Charleston.
September 6, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Sports
12 places to watch football in Charleston
Get your football fix at one of these Charleston locations.
September 5, 2024
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Erika Grimes
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Events
Aquarium Aglow will return to the South Carolina Aquarium in November and December
You can get your Aquarium Aglow tickets at a discounted price now through the end of October.
September 3, 2024
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Erika Grimes
A rendering of the forthcoming American Gardens park in downtown Charleston with a concrete sidewalk, fountain, and people sitting at tables.
Parks and Recreation
City of Charleston approves plans for American Gardens park
The Harleston Village park will take over a 1-acre space that used to belong to the Dominion Energy building.
August 29, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Play
Date night ideas for every type of Charlestonian
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Holy City.
August 29, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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A look back at the former Charleston Naval Base
We’re exploring the past and looking ahead to the future.
August 28, 2024
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Erika Grimes