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🎸 This blues festival gives back to WNC
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Q+A with Mary Martinich on the Rifle Range Road Park project
The Landscape Architecture Team Leader talks about the details of the Rifle Range Road Park project.
March 28, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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A guide to acing your experience at Credit One Charleston Open
Let us help plan your trip to the Credit One Charleston Open — from on and off-site events to parking, we’ve got you covered.
March 26, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Plan your perfect bachelorette party in Charleston
From history to exploring nature we’re helping you plan your bachelorette party in Charleston.
March 20, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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March is the month of perks at the International African American Museum
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Celebrating 50 years of the North Carolina Zoo
Discover the best things to do when you visit the Zoo, plus more places to visit during your trip to Asheboro, NC.
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Frost-free growing season in 843
On average the frost-free growing season starts early March.
March 12, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Events
Charleston run benefits Veterans + the Warrior Surf Foundation
Stride the Wave 5k aims to help Veterans by donating funds to the Warrior Surf Foundation.
March 8, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Sea what’s happening at the South Carolina Aquarium this Spring Break
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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.
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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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A refreshing cocktail served in a textured glass with a gradient effect, transitioning from a deep red at the bottom to a pale, frothy top. The drink is garnished with a dried lime wheel and a gold metal straw, placed on a sunlit white table with palm frond shadows.
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A toast to the city: Charleston Cocktail Week kicks off April 21
For Charleston Cocktail Week, enjoy specialty cocktails and deals at 30+ local bars and restaurants through April 27.
April 18, 2025
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
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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
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Wellness
3 places to explore med spa treatments in Charleston
We’ve rounded up three Holy City spots, where aesthetics, beauty, and wellness take center stage.
April 17, 2025
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It’s strawberry season: Where to pick your own strawberries near Charleston this spring
Peak strawberry season runs April through June — here are some local farms where you can fill your basket.
April 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
A wide-angle view of Firefly Distillery in North Charleston, South Carolina, featuring a modern barn-style building with gray siding and red-framed windows. The main entrance is marked by a large “FIREFLY” sign above the doorway. Several people are walking around the front walkway and sitting under large yellow shade sails in an outdoor area. The distillery is surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and greenery under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
Events
Firefly Distillery turns 20: A toast to two decades
Firefly Distillery, North Charleston’s beloved distillery, celebrates its milestone with live music, local eats, and a nod to its iconic Sweet Tea Vodka.
April 16, 2025
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Erika Ross
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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 captures an active archaeological excavation in a formal garden setting, conducted by The Charleston Museum, as indicated by the sign in the foreground. Multiple excavation units are visible, bordered by hedges and neatly maintained pathways. Several people are present, including archaeologists, media personnel with cameras on tripods, and possibly museum staff or visitors. The location is an historic property, with brick walls, old architecture, and mature landscaping.
Culture
Unearthing history at the Heyward-Washington House
See history first-hand during archaeological excavations at the Heyward-Washington House.
April 15, 2025
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Callie Putnam