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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
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Patrick Sidwell
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Development
The Alley, a downtown entertainment venue, will close after 12 years
The Alley, a downtown entertainment venue, will be replaced with a hotel.
May 14, 2024
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Erika Ross
Morris Sokol Furniture in 2020.
Development
Answered: What would you do with the former Morris Sokol building site
We asked and you delivered with some great ideas for what to do with the former historic store located on Upper King.
May 8, 2024
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Erika Ross
the front of Turning Page Bookshop
Small Business
Our final National Small Business Spotlight is Turning Page Bookshop
Turning Page Bookshop has been delighting the community for nearly a decade.
May 2, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Business
Our fourth National Small Business Week spotlight is Wild and Wooly
In today’s National Small Business Week spotlight, we’re introducing you to Wild and Wooly, a Mount Pleasant quilt, knit, fabric, and yarn store.
May 1, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Small Business
Here’s how you can support free, unbiased local journalism in Charleston
We fill your inbox with positive, impactful local news and events. Support our mission.
May 1, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
Kate is wearing a blue and white dress and holding her pet dog Covey in front of a light blue building with black shutters.
Small Business
Our third National Small Business Week Spotlight is Covey Collection
Do you love Cavalier pups, then Covey Collection is for you.
April 30, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Business
Our second National Small Business Week spotlight is Stevenson & Co.
In today’s National Small Business Week spotlight, we’re introducing you to Stevenson & Co., a contemporary fine art gallery in the French Quarter.
April 29, 2024
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Callie Putnam
airstream made into Bella Mack Jewelry boutique
Small Business
Our first National Small Business Week spolight is Bella Mack Jewelry
Bella Mack Jewelry is a Mount Pleasant businesses that was nominated several times.
April 28, 2024
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Erika Ross
Old Morris Sokol building in 1930
Development
What would you do to the former Morris Sokol Furniture site?
The Morris Sokol Furniture store served the Lowcountry providing furnishings for nearly a century.
April 26, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Real Estate
Gather Mount Pleasant, an entertainment and retail space is planned for Hungry Neck Boulevard
Gather MTP would span five acres and offer restaurants, office and retail space, and outdoor spaces.
April 25, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Where to watch fireworks and celebrate the Fourth of July
Grab a blanket and your lawn chairs and check out these must-see Fourth of July events taking place in and around Charleston.
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Callie Putnam
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Now leasing: Fenland townhomes debut on Daniel Island
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Callie Putnam
This photo shows the elegant entrance of a modern wedding venue, featuring white brick steps, double glass doors, potted greenery, and chic ceiling fans under a covered patio.
City
The Waverly, a new event space and wedding venue, opens in downtown Charleston
This new venue, The Waverly, promises to deliver guests a seamless and stress-free experience in a chic downtown location.
June 26, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Events
Celebrate Carolina Day in Charleston
Check out these family-friendly Carolina Day events that focus on SC’s role in a defining event of the American Revolutionary War.
June 26, 2025
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Callie Putnam
The light from the sunset reflects off Shem Creek, while the sky fades from a fire orange to pale blue.
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15+ restaurants in Charleston you can get to by boat
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June 25, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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5 animals that used to roam Charleston
Unbury Charleston history by looking at these five animals that once called the area home before they went extinct.
June 19, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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City
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Michael Beausoleil