Retail

Exterior of a rustic hardware store with a large sign reading "Blackwell Hardware" in red and white. Sunny day, bushes in front, clear sky above.

Real Estate

Blackwells Corner brings mixed-use plans to downtown Hanahan

Hanahan will soon welcome Blackwells Corner, a new town center taking shape.

March 30, 2026 02:05 PM

Callie Putnam

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Culture

Charleston pets: Our reigning cats

We asked readers to send us photos of their Charleston-resident pets. And they delivered.

January 27, 2026

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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.

January 26, 2026

Callie Putnam

A guy over a grill cooking. He is wearing black gloves, sunglasses, a hat, and is cutting into the meat on the grill.

Food

What to order at Charleston’s James Beard-nominated restaurants

The Holy City got its annual, unsurprising foodie recognition from the prestigious James Beard Foundation. Let’s take a closer look.

January 21, 2026

Patrick Sidwell

The front of Hominy Grill, with the restaurant's name written on a window in front. There are people visible inside through the glass window, and the outside is painted white.

Small Business

Mailbag: Shuttered Charleston restaurants you miss

You shared some local businesses that stole your heart before they closed their doors for good.

January 21, 2026

Patrick Sidwell

History

Martin Luther King Jr.’s ties to South Carolina

Honor the civil rights leader’s legacy by learning about his connection to the Palmetto State.

January 15, 2026

Vagney Hampshire

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

Patrick Sidwell

A person in mid-air hitting a table tennis ball in a large gymnasium. Onlookers are watching, and the blue table is in the middle of the room on a basketball court.

Sports

Is table tennis having a moment? Try it for yourself in Charleston

Move aside pickleball, there’s a new racket sport in town.

January 13, 2026

Patrick Sidwell

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