Local James Beard Award semifinalists| See these local stars up for this prestigious award based on excellence and other factors like commitment to the community.
Saturday, Jan. 25 Charleston Boat Show | Through Sunday, Jan. 26 | 10 a.m. | Charleston Area Convention Center, North Charleston | $12+ | Don’t miss this annual event that includes everything from powerboats to small jon boats, skiffs, cruisers, pontoons, yachts, and ski boats.
14th Annual Bo’s Roast & Chili Cook-Off | 12-5 p.m. | James Island County Park | $30+ | Head to this family-friendly event featuring live music, a chili cook-off, fresh oysters, a kids’ village, adult games, and a silent auction.
Charleston Home + Design Show | Through Sunday, Jan. 26 | Times vary | Charleston Convention Center Ballrooms | Free | Get inspired to renovate + redecorate at this annual show.
Sunday, Jan. 26 Lunar New Year Market | 12 p.m. | Storehouse Nine, North Charleston | Free | Join the CHS Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Collective to celebrate the Year of the Snake with local AAPI food, arts, and goods.
Forge Your Own w/ Angry Giant Forge | 12-6 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, Mount Pleasant | $50 | Enjoy a class from Jason Redick, who is a “Forged in Fire” champion and a full time blacksmith + bladesmith for the past 15 years.
Barks & Bushels: Oyster Roast & Adoption Event | 1-4 p.m. | Southern Roots Smokehouse, North Charleston | $30 | Don’t miss all-you-can-eat BBQ, local vendors, live music, a Bloody Mary bar, and fun for both kids and dogs.
Eat It’s National Soup Month. Whether you’re reaching for Progresso’s new Soup Drops — “soup you can suck on” — or a hearty local bowl, we hope you’re making the most of our favorite month.
Number $17.99. That’s how much Netflix’s standard plan will cost per month after adjusting prices again in the US, Canada, Portugal, and Argentina — up from $15.49. Makes us wonder if that $20 popcorn bucket and ticket at a local theater are really all that bad… (The Verge)
Transit Beep beep. Charleston came in at No. 18 for the “Best and Worst States to Drive In,” based on metrics like road maintenance and gas prices. We’re trying, okay? (WalletHub)
History The moon just landed a spot on the World Monuments Watch’s list of at-risk historical sites. Specifically, the remnants of early moon landings were identified as in need of preservation. See the global map of other watch sites.
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Charleston’s major players
Which industry do you work in? | Photo by @donniewhitaker
More than 425,000 people (and thousands of businesses) contribute to the Charleston region’s ~$63+ billion gross regional product. But have you ever wondered about the Holy City’s heaviest hitters?
Consider this Charleston Business 101 — your guide to five of our region’s key industries and major employers.
Note: When we say Charleston region, that refers to the Tricounty (Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties).
The major players
Now that we’ve established the major industries, we bet you’re curious about specific names. Whether you’re job hunting (or just “casually prospecting”), here are five major employers — all that employ more than 5,000workers.
Joint Base Charleston spans three seaports, two civilian-military airfields, 39 miles of rail, and 22 miles of coastline. The mission includes installation support, airlift, and airdrop operations, and training naval nuclear operators.
Happy Saturday, Charleston — what a week it’s been. 🌨️
A special thanks to reader Richard K. for putting the Lunar New Year Market on our radar. It’s exciting to see the area where it’s held being revitalized and hosting so many community-focused gatherings.
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