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Sports
Is ping pong having a moment? Try it for yourself in Charleston
Move aside pickleball, there’s a new racket sport in town.
January 13, 2026 10:08 AM
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Patrick Sidwell
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Food
CHStoday chats with Chef Shuai Wang about family, food, Charleston, and “Top Chef”
Chef Shuai Wang is competing in season 22 of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” was named a 2025 SC Chef Ambassador, and owns two popular North Charleston restaurants.
March 12, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Charleston cafes set to debut their first cookbook this spring
The cookbook, which features two Charleston cafes, aims to celebrate food’s ability to foster community and share the secrets behind some tasty bites.
March 12, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Small Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at CHStoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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Business
Meet the makers: Q+A with Rosie Werden of Big Gurl, a new craft cafe + workshop on King Street
The new King Street craft cafe is open Wednesday through Sunday and offers space for adults to take part in a variety of self-guided crafts.
February 20, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Small Business
Estelle Colored Glass opens first retail location in Charleston
The luxury glassware brand debuts in the Charleston Place.
February 11, 2025
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Erika Ross
The photo shows King Tide Farm owner Hamilton Horne in his 40-foot refrigerated container in front of green and purple lettuce.
Food
Q+A with Hamilton Horne of King Tide Farms
Hamilton Horne’s passion for fresh ingredients + Charleston’s food scene inspired him to start King Tide Farms, a smart hydroponic farm inside of a 40-foot refrigerated container.
February 10, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Food
North Charleston Chef Shuai Wang to compete on Bravo’s 22nd season of “Top Chef”
Chef Shuai Wang will be one of 15 chefs heading to Canada to compete for the title and the largest prize package in “Top Chef” history.
January 29, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Nonprofits
96.3 FM Ohm Radio is going all out for Valentine’s Day
Ohm Radio will offer several Valentine’s Day treat that your loved one will never forget.
January 22, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Food
Vegan and vegetarian eats in Charleston
Dig into delicious and nutritious vegan and vegetarian fare in every corner of Charleston.
January 10, 2025
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Petit Merci opens in downtown Charleston
Get a taste of European delights in the Harleston Village neighborhood.
January 2, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Events
Charleston Beer Fest returns with more breweries
The annual festival will be back on Saturday, Oct. 25, at Riverfront Park in North Charleston. The Charleston Beer Fest will offer tastings from 75+ breweries, live music, and a variety of local vendors.
September 25, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A restaurant-in-progress shows a taped design rendering of a tropical dining room with wicker chairs, warm wood, and greenery, while nearby chefs work in a stainless steel kitchen framed by woven paneling.
Kultura is making room for more guests at a larger restaurant space in downtown Charleston
The acclaimed Filipino restaurant, Kultura, will expand its operations to a larger space on Rutledge Avenue, just a few blocks away from its original Spring Street spot.
September 22, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A set wooden table displays an array of dishes: pasta with clams, fresh salad, bone marrow, crusty bread, cocktails, and chips, creating a vibrant, rustic, and inviting dining experience.
Food
Allora to bring a taste of coastal Italy to Spring Street
The new coastal Italian concept is set to open in the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood, offering rooftop dining, all-day coffee, and gelato.
September 18, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Movies and TV shows filmed in and around Charleston
Use this list to see if you can spot the Lowcountry scenes featured in movies and TV shows filmed around town.
September 18, 2025
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Shari Tingle
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Work
The top industries and employers in the Charleston metro area
We crunched the numbers for you.
September 17, 2025
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A lively city street scene shows elegant multi-story buildings with arched windows, rooftop terraces, and bustling sidewalks filled with pedestrians. Cars line the road, while trees and greenery soften the urban architecture.
Development
Taking a closer look at the Courier Square project
Courier Square is a mixed-use Planned Urban Development project that aims to provide new housing, retail, and office space to upper King Street.
September 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A cozy café interior shows pastry cases filled with baked goods, fridges stocked with drinks, and a handwritten menu board. Warm lighting, rustic décor, and a “Grab & Go…Or Stay” sign invite customers.
Business
Odd Duck Market is spreading its wings with a new location planned for downtown
The market is a Park Circle favorite serving everything from breakfast and wines to unique gifts, all while supporting local brands.
September 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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City
Spread the local love with CHStoday’s Best
Make your voice heard, nominate your favorite local biz and they could win CHStoday’s Best Competition.
September 15, 2025
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10+ museums in Charleston
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or music fan, these 12 museums in Charleston have it all.
September 12, 2025
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A collage shows three images: cucumber tea sandwiches on floral china, a white ferry boat cruising through blue-green waters under a partly cloudy sky, and a stack of golden biscuits filled with sausage.
Events
Callie’s Hot Little Biscuits and the Daniel Island Ferry team up to offer a brunch cruise
Biscuits, Bloodies, Brunch + Boats is an all-inclusive experience that features a bountiful brunch spread and a boat ride around the waters of Charleston.
September 11, 2025
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Callie Putnam