“No cat photos?! Thanks for calling that out to change it. Gizmo is a rare female orange tabby (only 20% are female).” | Photo by Ryan R.
This is the moment local animal lovers all been waiting for (part two)... We asked CHStoday readers to submit photos of their beloved pets, and you all did not disappoint. After sorting through nearly 100 photos of Charleston-resident dogs and cats, we decided to divide the spotlight to double the celebration.
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South Carolina is the nation’s fastest-growing state for the second year in a row. New Census Bureau data shows the Palmetto State had a 1.5% population increase in 2025, slightly down from our 1.8% growth the previous year. No surprises here in Charleston — just look at our food scene.
Announced
Due to popular demand, the roasting, hosting Nikki Glaser has added a second North Charleston show to her upcoming comedy tour. General ticket sales for the Sunday, Aug. 23 gig go on sale this Friday, Jan. 30.
Try This
“One of the Lowcountry’s hidden gems is Bee City Zoo,” according to the Post and Courier. The Cottageville facility just welcomed a bunch of new friends, including a baby penguin and a pair of infant otters. They have private animal encounters, too. (Post and Courier)
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Do you want to take Southern hospitality to the next level? Southern Living has a suggestion: create a personalized logo for your home. You can put it on matchboxes, coffee cups, notepads, candles, tea towels, and all other manner of homeware to create a hotel-style feel for your guests. (Southern Living)
Shop
Charleston Vintage Market is taking place this Saturday, Jan. 31 at The Refinery. The event was scheduled for last weekend, but it was rescheduled to keep traveling vendors safe from the winter storm. Head down from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to browse through endless racks of vintage treasures.
Eat
Here’s one for the truffle fans. Coastal Italian restaurant Allora is in the midst of its Truffle Week celebrations at the moment — featuring a four-course, truffle-infused tasting menu to celebrate the treasured ingredient. It costs $85 per person.
Active
We’re two months out from the Cooper River Bridge Run. The picturesque 10K event starts in Mount Pleasant, takes runners over the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, and ends in downtown Charleston. Feel like a challenge? Register today.
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The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is heading back to the Holy City for another year of artistic wildlife celebration.
From Friday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, Feb. 15, SEWE 2026 will bring art exhibits, classes, animal demonstrations, contests, shows, talks, and more wildlife-centric fun to our area. Peep the full schedule to make a plan.
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The time has come. This is goodbye for now, Charleston — though I’m sure I’ll pop in every now and then.
Callie will be back with you tomorrow, but I will miss you dearly. What would you like her to write about in the coming weeks? Send us a message to give her some ideas.
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