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The top industries and employers in the Charleston metro area
We crunched the numbers for you.
September 17, 2025 02:34 PM
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Made in Charleston: 20+ things created in the Holy City
From brands to bands, the list of things made in Charleston is lengthy — we may be biased but Holy City’s business scene is truly inspiring.
July 28, 2025
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Small Business Week has arrived in Charleston
Join us at CHStoday, we’re celebrating Small Business Week in Charleston from Sunday, May 4, to Saturday, May 10.
May 1, 2025
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BarGlance AI brings real-time insights to Charleston’s nightlife
BarGlance AI, the updated nightlife app uses artificial intelligence powered features to help bar-goers find the right spot before heading out.
March 31, 2025
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Answered: Closed Charleston businesses you miss most
Charleston has said its fair share of goodbyes to restaurants, bars, and venues. Here are closed businesses in the 843 our readers still dream about.
March 4, 2024
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CHStoday named a Best of Charleston finalist for Best Local Website
Voting for Best of Charleston opens Friday, March 1.
February 29, 2024
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Culture
Out of the crates + into the cafe
The purr-fect way to meet your new friend.
November 27, 2023
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Callie Putnam
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City Editor Erika’s 3 favorite Charleston news stories from 2023
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting CHStoday with the gift of your membership.
November 1, 2023
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All about the Small Business Opportunity Expo
Get all the event details.
March 15, 2023
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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
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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
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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.
December 29, 2025
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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
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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
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Patrick Sidwell
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Culture
Hallmark movies with ties to the Lowcountry
Ever spotted the Holy City on the silver screen? We have.
December 16, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
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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
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Patrick Sidwell
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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
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Morgan O’Neal
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Winners announced for CHStoday’s Best 2025
Our readers have spoken — here are the best local spots our city has to offer, from the best coffee shop to the best apartment complex to the best dentist.
December 8, 2025
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Travel and Outdoors
Which cities share Charleston’s latitude and longitude?
Directly north, east, south, and west, the world awaits.
December 1, 2025
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