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Need another reason to smile? Keep reading. You know therapy dogs Sullivan and Folly from the airport’s Paws for Takeoff program, but guess what? The pups also visit Charles Pinckney Elementary’s Expanded Learning Kaleidoscope every Monday for “Literacy Unleashed.”Psst — that’s the program where kids read to dogs.
Winter isn’t done with us yet. At least according to Punxsutawney Phil, who spotted his shadow on Groundhog Day, forecasting six more weeks of cold weather. If that’s the case, we’ll be getting familiar with these local soup spots. (The Weather Channel)
Mansion Monday
If “The Notebook” took place today, we think the house Noah built for Allie would look like this. What are you waiting for? Make an offer on this six-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bath 6,047-sqft Daniel Island home and live out your modern-day fairy tale.
Stat
50 minutes. That’s how much extra daylight Charleston will gain by the end of February. As the days get longer, we suggest soaking up the afternoon sun on a local restaurant’s patio with a beverage in hand. (AccuWeather)
Trending
Move over, Labubu, there’s a new trending toy in town. A crying horse with an upside-down snout — the result of a factory mix-up — is the latest plushie obsession in China and beyond. If the craze continues, expect to spot a few at Charleston’s kid-friendly spots. (The New York Times)
Ranked
Charlestonians are not the best at pinching their pennies, according to a new WalletHub ranking. Charleston ranks No. 128 out of 182 in the list of cities with the best budgeters. It’s easy to buck that trend with one of these lunch deals.
Sports
The Charleston RiverDogs home opener is right around the corner. Charlestonians can save lives by donating blood with The Blood Connection and the Charleston Riverdogs on Tuesday, Feb. 10. Donors will score two game day tickets + $40 in TBC Rewards. Will you give someone those big league dreams?*
Pets
After outfitting a dozen grizzly bears with cameras, researchers are gaining insight into their lives in Alaska’s remote wilderness. Comparing the footage between the life of an Alaskan grizzly and our pets’ cushy experience at a local dog-friendly business, temperature-controlled and all, would be eye-opening for Fido. (AP News)
Travel
Football season has been over for a matter of minutes, and the NFL is already looking ahead to next year. In October, the league will host a game in Paris for the first time in its history. We hear it’s beautiful in the fall — find out for yourself with a flight from Charleston International Airport.
Home
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Explore an introduction to psychedelic therapy and how it can help depression or anxiety. Pre-order your book today, February 9, and get bonus access to a live online summit with Michael Pollan, Gabor Maté, Melissa Etheridge, and more.*
Community
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Number
240,000+. That’s how many active job listings you can find on our Job Board. Explore openings in healthcare, education, manufacturing, and beyond. Roles for all experience levels are hiring now. Find a new gig for 2026.
King Street, more like king cake
Get the party started right and order your king cake from a local bakery. | Provided by Sugar Bakeshop
Laissez les bons temps rouler — translation: let the good times roll. Mardi Gras is around the corner, so we’ve rounded up some local bakeries selling festive king cakes.
This piece was inspired by readers Brandi N. and Alison M., who emailed us a few years ago asking where to find the Fat Tuesday treats here in the Holy City.
Sugar Bakeshop Charleston | Place an order by Friday, Feb. 13, to guarantee yourself a chance to try the twist this downtown shop puts on the classic king cake.
Mercantile and Mash | To receive your purple, green, and gold treats, place an order by Thursday, Feb. 12.
Welton’s Tiny Bakeshop | Try the king cake kolache, made with cinnamon, sugar, cream cheese, and house sprinkles.
Mrs Doughnut Goose Creek | Order your cake from a spot that’s been proudly making the treat for nearly a decade.
Pro tip: If you find the plastic baby in your slice, congrats, it signifies luck, prosperity, and that you’re in charge of providing the king cake for next year’s celebrations.
If you know of a bakery that offers king cake, please email us.
The Buy
Searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift? Surprise loved ones with these gifts that can arrive by the end of the week.
❣️ Remind them how you feel with a little sign to say I love you that’s the perfect size for desks and night stands.
🧦 You can never go wrong with soft, fuzzy socks that make every step feel like you’re walking on clouds.
📚 The perfect gift for any book lover, a three-month Audible membership is under $50 + provides access to thousands of audiobooks.
🍽️ Spark spontaneity with this set of scratch off date ideas that’s been featured in US Weekly, Cosmopolitan, and more.
✋ This top-rated hand massager can ease sore hands with five intensity levels + two heat settings.
☀️ Does that groundhog know what he’s talking about? Punxsutawney Phil called for six more weeks of winter, but this week’s forecastis looking a lot like spring. We’re looking ahead to possibly 70º on Wednesday.
Maybe Punxsutawney Phil should have had another cup of coffee before making his prediction.
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