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Travel and Outdoors
Charleston’s luxury waterfront hotel is hiring this weekend
Attend The Cooper’s three-day, in-person hiring event and interview for positions at all levels.
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Business
11 Charleston small businesses to help you get the party started
Life has so many moments worth celebrating, so naturally, there are so many reasons to plan parties and get-togethers — consider using a few Charleston small businesses for your next event.
May 7, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Parks and Recreation
Makin’ a splash: Charleston County water parks are ready for summer
With summer around the corner, here are three ways to cool off around the Holy City.
May 6, 2025
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Tatum Jacaruso
This is a conceptual aerial illustration of a mixed-use development, featuring residential homes, retail shops, green spaces, and parking areas. The layout integrates tree-lined streets, walkways, and a central plaza. Surrounding the development are wooded areas and existing buildings, suggesting an urban infill or redevelopment project within a suburban context.
City
Leaders + developers to celebrate the future of Ashley Landing
Ashley Landing is set to be the newest community hub for the Charleston area, transforming the vacant space into an area with retail, restaurants, and housing.
May 5, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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History
George Washington’s week-long visit to Charleston
George Washington, the first president of the United States, spent a week in the Holy City.
May 1, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Images of the exhibition and its costume inside the South Carolina State Museum.
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This image depicts a modern, green building with a sloped roof and large glass windows. The sign reads “Frank & Jack’s.” The structure features vertical siding and prominent lighting. Landscaping includes ornamental grasses and purple flowers. Two people stand near the entrance, and a car is parked nearby.
Real Estate
Frank & Jack’s, a new restaurant and event space, is coming to Mount Pleasant
Frank & Jack’s will be nestled on two acres just off Highway 17, and the space will feature a standalone ice cream shack.
April 23, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Visitors browse a vibrant indoor art exhibit showcasing mixed media, sculptures, and colorful wall hangings. People of various ages engage with the artwork, some admiring stained glass, fiber art, or abstract pieces. Sculptures of animals and intricate textures create a lively, creative atmosphere within a spacious, well-lit venue.
Culture
What you can expect at the 42nd annual North Charleston Arts Fest
The North Charleston Arts Fest is a free five-day celebration that will include performances, activities, and exhibits at a variety of venues throughout the city.
April 21, 2025
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Callie Putnam
In this photo, a person wearing a pink apron with a bright red-orange bow is working on a stainless steel countertop, rolling out dough into a long shape. To the left, a tray covered in cornmeal and a black and silver dough scraper are visible. On the right side of the counter lie more pieces of dough, ready to be shaped.
Food
Take a peek at the lineup for Charleston Wine + Food’s Summer Sizzle series
The Summer Sizzle series is hosted by Charleston Wine + Food and features a dozen foodie events that stretch across the Holy City.
April 17, 2025
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Callie Putnam
This conceptual illustration depicts a mixed-use development adjacent to a waterfront. The layout features a blend of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, including mid-rise apartment buildings, retail shops, green courtyards, and community gathering areas. Tree-lined streets and pedestrian pathways promote walkability, while parking areas are discreetly integrated. A marina or dock extends into the water, enhancing the coastal appeal. Architectural styles blend modern and traditional elements, creating a welcoming village-like atmosphere. The surrounding landscape includes lush greenery and open space, providing a natural buffer between structures and the shoreline.
Real Estate
Updates on Patriots Annex, a mixed-use project planned for Mount Pleasant
This waterfront work, live, and play project aims to bring marinas, offices, hotels + tourist attractions, restaurants, parks, and homes to the area.
April 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam
This photo shows Kelsea Ballerini performing on stage under a soft spotlight, creating an intimate and ethereal atmosphere. Seated on a stool, she strums an acoustic guitar and sings into a microphone, her focus deep and emotional. She wears a layered tulle dress paired with sparkling knee-high boots, adding elegance and glamour to the moment. The background is dimly lit, with a drum set visible behind her.
Events
Answered: Where Kelsea Ballerini should visit on her next trip to Charleston
Did you know? Ballerini collaborated with Apple Maps to highlight a few of her favorite Lowcountry spots.
April 7, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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October 1, 2025
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Events
Know before you go: Riverfront Revival
Deep dive into this guide and learn how to navigate the annual two-day music festival loaded with live music and food inspired by the Lowcountry.
September 30, 2025
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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.
September 26, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A bright, sunny day highlights a large Volvo factory building, marked by the bold logo. Palm trees line the property, while cars and a guard station add activity near the entrance.
Volvo shares its route to expanding operations at its Charleston-area plant
The Swedish car company is celebrating 70 years, and it has sold more than 5 million cars in the US.
September 25, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A GIF of attendees at the Charleston Beer Fest at Riverfront Park.
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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