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We’re answering your burning questions. | Photo by Historic Charleston Foundation

Happy New Year, Charleston.

With a new year comes new beginnings, new stories, and a whole new year of reasons to have Charleston pride. Wondering what restaurant is next to join the Holy City food and bev scene? Curious about new developments on the horizon? Want to know what artists are headed to Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island?

The possibilities are endless, and we know one thing for sure — we want to write about what matters to you, our readers, the most.

That’s why we’re polling the crowd for questions that you want to be answered this year — any piece of Charleston life you’ve always wanted to read into with your morning cup of coffee in hand.

Dream big, and tell us what’s in your heart of hearts, because the questions you asked us last year were some of our favorite topics to cover, like “Outer Banks” filming locations and interesting facts about the Holy City.

Submit your questions below to influence the stories that hit your inbox in the next 12 months, and stay tuned with us as we watch the rest of the year unfold. ✨

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Wednesday, Jan. 4

South Carolina Stingrays vs. Orlando Solar Bears | Wednesday, Jan. 4 | 7:05 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $21+ | Cheer on the ‘Rays as the team competes against Orlando at home.
Letters to My Mother | Wednesday, Jan. 4-Wednesday, March 8 | 12 p.m. | James Island Arts and Cultural Center, 1248 Camp Rd., Charleston | Free | Check out this exhibition showcasing art and history through a collection of envelopes detailing WWI by a young artist turned soldier.

Thursday, Jan. 5

The Mountain Grass Unit | Thursday, Jan. 5 | 6-9 p.m. | Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy., Charleston | $5 | Groove to bluegrass and bluegrass-influenced tunes by this group of three Birmingham teenage pickers.
Get Up! Comedy Open Mic | Thursday, Jan. 5 | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Tin Roof, 1117 Magnolia Rd., Charleston | Free | Head to this local venue for free comedy — sign-up is at 8:30 p.m. with a writer’s group starting at 7:30 p.m. on the patio.

Friday, Jan. 6

TAKE THE FUNNY AND RUN | Friday, Jan. 6 | 8 p.m. | Theatre 99, 280 Meeting St., Ste. B, Charleston | $20 | Spend the evening with Theatre 99 ensemble members as they perform improv using audience suggestions.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

100+ MORE EVENTS

Peek behind the scenes of Charleston Southern University’s healthcare programs

Try This: Peek behind the scenes of Charleston Southern University’s healthcare programs

Presented by a CHStoday partner

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We watched as the students carefully transferred the athlete to a gurney for a transfer of care. | Photo by CHStoday

Hey Charleston, Lexa here. 👋 I recently had the opportunity to get an inside look at Charleston Southern University‘s collaborative healthcare programs during an on-site simulation with students.

I know you’re shocked, but I’m a writer with minimal health-related knowledge, and this team of students absolutely blew me away during my visit.

Keep reading to find out what I got to check out and how you can Try This — or how you or someone you know can begin studying at one of CSU’s healthcare programs.

What we tried:

I watched as the athletic training + nursing students conducted a simulation of an athlete who was injured on the field and needed care. The students promptly tended to the needs of the athlete — delegating individual roles and responsibilities both on the field and in the emergency room, from recording patient information to checking vitals.

Once all students knew that the patient was in good health, they debriefed as a team, discussing what went well + any questions.

Keep reading to see what other students experienced during the simulation + how to become a CSU Buccaneer.*

SEE WHAT HAPPENED NEXT

Weather

70º | Evening thunderstorms | 67% chance of rain 💧

Sunrise + sunset

Rise: 7:21 a.m.
Set: 5:28 p.m.

Tide

Low: 12:21 p.m.
High: 6:05 a.m. + 6:23 p.m.

Closing

Plant Babe will be closing its brick-and-mortar shop on Sunday, Jan. 15, offering 50% off of its entire Meeting Street Road store through the closing date. The business detailed that it will continue to serve the community through in-home plant consultations, pop-ups + its online shop, which will reopen on Monday, Jan. 16. 🌱

Closed

Andolini’s Pizza permanently closed its last location off of Sam Rittenberg Boulevard in West Ashley on Saturday, Dec. 31 — shortly after the business celebrated its 30-year anniversary. Read the announcement. (The Post and Courier)

Coming Soon

Tranquility-A Day Spa and Charleston Counseling Co-Op are teaming up to open under one roof later this month. Set to open on Friday, Jan. 13, the businesses will offer mental health + total-body wellness services in the former Miller-Rexall’s Drug Store at 2000 Reynolds Ave. in North Charleston. 🧘‍♂️
Rita’s Italian Ice is coming soon to Carolina Park in North Mount Pleasant. Look forward to homemade Italian ice and frozen custard this spring at 405 Faison Rd. Dig into the menu ahead of the opening. 🍨

Civic

Yesterday, Mayor Tecklenburg announced January 2023 as Interfaith Harmony Month, featuring a month-long series of faith-based events beginning this week. Events include the 2023 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade, an Introduction to Buddhism, and Interfaith Perspectives at the Hindu Temple. All celebrations are free and open to the public. (WCBD)

Community

Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum invites the community to choose their own prices for admission and parking this weekend on January 7 + 8. Tickets include admission to the USS Yorktown and USS Laffey, the Medal of Honor Museum, the Vietnam Experience Exhibition, and the Fragile Collections Exhibition, set to be discontinued after this weekend. 🎟️ (WCBD)

Festival

Mark your calendars: The Taste of Folly festival is returning with a cocktail competition on Friday, Jan. 13, and the Savory Saturday street closure event on Saturday, Jan. 14. Head to Center Street for an afternoon of live cooking demonstrations, 50+ vendors, and local bands from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grab tickets. 🍽️

Travel

Breeze Airways is offering low-fare flights from Charleston International Airport to select cities for travel dates between January 11 and February 14 through its January sale ending tomorrow. Discounted destinations include West Palm Beach, Hartford, and Richmond. Peep the full list and book your ticket. 🛫 (WCBD)

Watch

Speaking of “Outer Banks,” Netflix has announced the premiere date for the series’ third season. We hope to see various local spots return to the big screen on Thursday, Feb. 23, and let the countdown begin. 🎥 (WCBD)

Eat

Grab a pen, Charleston: This month’s highlight on Eater Carolinas’ list of The Hottest New Restaurants in Charleston, January 2023 is Ruby’s Bagels. The Mount Pleasant shop offers more than 20 flavors of New York-style bagels and 18 flavors of cream cheese. 🥯 (Eater Carolinas)
Don’t just eat better — eat the best. Sunbasket’s meal kit service delivers delicious, healthy meals created by award-winning chefs straight to your front door. Bonus: CHStoday readers can get $100 off their first four deliveries and more when they sign up. *

Sports

CofC’s men’s basketball team has landed a spot in The Associated Press’ Top 25 poll for the first time in 20 years, ranking at No. 23. With a winning streak of 13 games, the Cougars possess one of the longest winning streaks in the nation. 🏀 (The Post and Courier)

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Folly Beach Pier’s new look

The Folly Beach Pier reopens with a facelift

We’re looking forward to golden-hour sunsets here. | Photo courtesy of Charleston County Parks

Here’s a peek at the newly opened (and highly anticipated) Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier, which opened to the public ahead of schedule after closing in October 2020. The initially-projected rebuilding timeline was 28 months.

Let’s dive into the development by the numbers.

1,049 ft. The total length of the pier.
25 ft. The width of (most of) the structure.
7,500 sqft. The size of the Diamond Head platform at the end of the pier.
228. The total number of concrete pilings in the structure.
33 ft. The measurement of two locations of the pier that were widened and covered for additional fishing space.
65+ years. The projected lifespan of the pier.

So, what else does the project feature? It wouldn’t be a true fishing spot in the Lowcountry without rod rentals, shade structures, benches, and unobstructed ocean views. Parking and fees vary by month.

Pssst: The parking lot is expected to undergo brief renovations this month, during which the parking lot, restrooms, beach access, and Pier 101 restaurant will be closed. Find updates here.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Alexandra.

Editor’s pick: If anyone else is kicking off their New Year’s resolution of reading more this year, (and I know it can’t just be me) Charleston’s first Poet Laureate, Marcus Amaker, is releasing his 10th book in April.

Keep an eye out for “Hold What Makes You Whole,” a 200-page poetry collection about music, fatherhood, social justice, and more, set to be released on Tuesday, April 4. Bonus: A book release party will be held at the Charleston Music Hall on the release date + tickets will go on sale on Monday, Jan. 9.

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