Real Estate

A photo of the old Hominy Grill in Charleston, which is now closed down. Its red walls have an iconic blue painting on the side advertising the business, with cars parked outside and treet hanging overhead.

Culture

A quick look at life in Charleston in 2016

The latest nostalgic trend has people looking back at photos from a decade ago. What was Charleston like?

January 14, 2026 05:01 PM

Patrick Sidwell

The Inlet at Seabrook Island home interior.

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Discover The Inlet at Seabrook Island

Luxury coastal living meets thoughtful craftsmanship in this private, boutique community.

Sponsored by Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty

A gorgeous home in Isle of Palms, SC. It has multiple floors, a decked pool, balconies, and is surrounded by greenery. we are stationed high above, and can see rolling green in the distance.

Real Estate

Hot homes: Doubling the price of local real estate listings

Charleston is among the hottest real estate markets heading into 2026, so we wanted to investigate.

December 10, 2025

Patrick Sidwell

The photo above shows a white home with lots of windows and two brick chimneys, which will be featured in the new Charles Towne Farms.

Real Estate

Charles Towne Farms to offer homes with acres of space

The Charles Towne Farms development emphasizes open green spaces, luxury living, and architectural design.

November 18, 2025

Callie Putnam

A rendering of Boeing’s Second 787 Final Assembly Building when complete.

Development

Boeing broke ground on a billion-dollar expansion

Boeing’s new expansion project will support 1,000+ new jobs and more than $1 billion in investments.

November 11, 2025

Callie Putnam

Culture

Q+A with Gray Benko of the Magnolia Network’s “Anything But Gray”

CHStoday had the chance to chat about holiday hosting and all things Lowcountry with Gray Benko of the Magnolia Network’s “Anything But Gray.”

November 6, 2025

Callie Putnam

An elegant rooftop pool surrounded by palm trees, lounge chairs, and umbrellas overlooks a lush courtyard. The multi-level building features greenery-covered terraces, airy patios, and classic architecture bathed in sunlight.

Real Estate

The Cooper will debut as the peninsula’s first luxury waterfront hotel in March 2026

This spring, The Cooper, the city’s first luxury waterfront hotel, will open just steps away from Joe Riley Waterfront Park.

October 28, 2025

Callie Putnam

Development

The Inlet at Seabrook Island is to bring 11 townhomes to the area

Around a dozen new luxurious townhouses in the new The Inlet community are set to debut on Seabrook Island.

October 27, 2025

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A photo of a sourdough loaf taken from above. We are looking down on the golden brown loaf which sits on a piece of branded Baguette Magic paper on a wooden table.

Food

Join the sourdough revolution in Charleston

The bread type is more popular than ever. We’re here to help you find the best loves in the Holy City, or to start making your own.

January 12, 2026

Patrick Sidwell

A doodle sat on a wooden pier by a lake. It is a marshy lake with classic Lowcontry foliage surrounding it.

Culture

Charleston pets: Paws up for the pups

We asked readers to send us photos of their Charleston-resident pets, and they delivered. Here’s our roundup of Holy City pups.

January 7, 2026

Patrick Sidwell

Food

Charleston is hungry for Restaurant Week South Carolina 2026

Dozens of local eateries are taking part, and we’re here to give you the lowdown on the Lowcountry’s best deals.

January 7, 2026

Patrick Sidwell

Food

Treat yourself to a Charleston-inspired Girl Scout Cookie

Different cities and regions have plenty of localized menu items. Now it’s time for cookies to join the fray.

January 6, 2026

Patrick Sidwell

People on a orange and yellow float, many wearing orange, smiling and waving at the camera.

Events

Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Charleston

Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.

January 6, 2026

Patrick Sidwell

Culture

Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Charleston

Dining in the Holy City is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.

December 29, 2025

Callie Putnam

Play

The ultimate road trip to Savannah

Hit the road and head to Savannah — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.

December 29, 2025

Staff

Hampton Park in the sunshine. A big tree hangs overhead and a white gazebo is in the distance. The photo is slightly filtered, giving a nostalgic feel. No one is around. It looks peaceful.

Travel and Outdoors

Where would you put an Outdoor Library in Charleston?

The concept is taking over South Korea’s capital city. We’re thinking about where we’d copy it in the Holy City.

December 17, 2025

Patrick Sidwell

Several brightly lit trees covered in blue, yellow, purple, and green holiday lights. Children are milling about in front of the trees. It is dark out.

Culture

Hallmark movies with ties to the Lowcountry

Ever spotted the Holy City on the silver screen? We have.

December 16, 2025

Patrick Sidwell

A photo of bright yellow Carolina Jessamine flowers.

Travel and Outdoors

How to turn your Charleston yard into a mini wildlife haven

A grassroots effort is helping Lowcountry properties become part of a nationwide habitat network.

December 8, 2025

Morgan O’Neal