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Two tall, cylindrical brick smokestacks stand in a courtyard with landscaped planters at their bases, framed by leafy trees and a historic red-brick industrial building with arched windows in the background.
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Historic smokestacks at the St. Julian Devine Community Center to be restored
Leaders with the City of Charleston say they will restore the smokestacks in an effort to protect the Eastside’s skyline.
August 14, 2025 11:22 AM
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Celebrating Women’s Equality Day
August 26, 2020
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Celebrating the 100 year anniversary of the 19th amendment
August 18, 2020
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Raise a glass to freedom – Hamilton’s tie to Charleston, SC
August 14, 2020
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Charleston’s crooked architecture
August 10, 2020
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10 local South Carolina Hall of Fame inductees
July 23, 2020
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The mind joggling history of these Lowcountry benches
June 29, 2020
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Jestine’s Kitchen closes after serving Charleston 24 years
June 19, 2020
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Juneteenth’s 155th anniversary in South Carolina
June 19, 2020
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The house that gave Mount Pleasant, South Carolina its name
June 16, 2020
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A future president, a suspected Nazi spy, and an FBI wiretap
June 12, 2020
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The photo shows Ashley Hall surrounded by lush green grass and large trees frame the building.
Culture
Celebrating the legacy + alumnae of Ashley Hall
Let’s dig deeper into Ashley Hall, a Charleston school that has helped shape some remarkable women in its 115+ years.
March 24, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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15 historic street names in Charleston
Take a walk down memory lane and explore how these historic streets got their names.
March 21, 2025
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Tatum Jacaruso
A lively sports bar filled with people watching a game, drinking, and socializing. The long wooden bar is lined with patrons, some wearing baseball caps and team gear, while bartenders serve drinks. The atmosphere is energetic, with a packed crowd and industrial-style lighting hanging from the ceiling. A "PURE" sign is visible in the background, adding to the rustic sports bar vibe.
Sports
Where to watch the NCAA Basketball Tournament in Charleston
From wings and beer to big-screen thrills, here’s where to watch the NCAA Basketball Tournament in the Holy City.
March 21, 2025
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Food
If the characters of “The White Lotus” season 3 were in Charleston, where would they eat?
Play along with us and let us know where you think you’d spot your favorite “The White Lotus” season 3 character enjoying a meal in the Holy City.
March 20, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A landscaped courtyard at Navy Yard Charleston features a mix of modern and industrial architecture. The outdoor space is lined with trees, seating areas, and a central fire pit surrounded by yellow chairs. People are seen walking, sitting, and engaging in conversation, creating a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. The buildings flanking the courtyard have large windows, exposed brick, and metal accents, blending historic and contemporary design elements.
Development
Charleston Design District to debut at the Navy Yard this fall
Charleston Design District will be a new design hub featuring showrooms, maker spaces, and a rooftop dining restaurant.
March 19, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Where Kelsea Ballerini should visit on her next trip to Charleston
Ballerini has made several stops in the 843 — some to visit friends, and some for work like the stop she made with Kenny Chesney on the “I Go Back Tour.”
March 18, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Chef Chris Stewart at Glass Onion – A smiling man with glasses, wearing a white chef’s coat and black apron, stands inside a casual restaurant. Behind him, T-shirts hang on the wall, and a counter with various food and drink items is visible.
Food
Q+A with Owner and Executive Chef Chris Stewart of The Glass Onion
Chris Stewart, the West Ashley chef, reflects on 17 years in Charleston’s culinary scene, the rise of diverse dining, and his favorite locally sourced ingredients for spring.
March 18, 2025
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Erika Ross
This photo shows an open floor concept with desks, tables, chairs, and folks working on laptops.
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Switchyards, a neighborhood work club, is set to open in Charleston next month
Charleston will soon be home to Switchyards, a work club flipping the script on traditional coworking spaces.
March 18, 2025
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Food
Nine Charleston restaurants duke it out for the “Best in Bread” sandwich competition
Which Charleston restaurant will come out on top?
March 17, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Restaurants
Answered: 20 places in Charleston to get an Espresso Martini
Charleston is loaded with places to get an Espresso Martini
March 15, 2025
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Erika Ross