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Patios for outdoor dining around Charleston
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Charleston’s many beautiful patios.
September 05, 2025 09:39 AM
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The Dewberry unveils its new culinary team + a pair of new menus
Make plans to head to The Dewberry and experience the new offerings from the iconic downtown hotel’s newly announced culinary team.
March 4, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Hit the road: 5 travel-worthy festivals in Columbia
Discover the best festivals Columbia, SC has to offer this season.
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15 interesting facts about the Holy City
How well do you know Charleston, SC? We’re bringing you some fun facts about the city and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
February 21, 2025
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Alexandra Garian
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The lowdown on the Lowcountry’s Spanish moss
We’re giving you the facts about Spanish moss and breaking down the history behind this classic Lowcountry plant.
February 12, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Get an early start to spring fun with the Family Camp Jam
The Family Camp Jam is hosted at Johns Island County Park and features lots of activities for family fun.
February 12, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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25+ parks in Charleston
We’re highlighting more than 25 of the best parks that Charleston, SC has to offer — complete with Laurel Hill County Park, Charles Towne Landing, and Hampton Park.
January 31, 2025
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Know before you go: Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Whether you’re planning a wild weekend of wildlife interaction or a quiet evening admiring fine art, The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition has something for everybody.
January 29, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
Upcoming races to prepare for in the Charleston area
Charleston has a packed list of races to get prepared for throughout the year
January 24, 2025
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The perfect spot for your next family outing
Spark your child’s creativity at the newly-renovated Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry.
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Travel and Outdoors
Charleston Parks Conservancy announces its 2025 key projects
After an impactful 2024, Charleston Parks Conservancy aims to continue connecting the people of Charleston with its parks through community-driven initiatives.
January 17, 2025
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Erika Ross
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5+ ecotours to help you explore Charleston’s outdoors
From fossils to wild animals, these ecotours will give you a front-row seat to Charleston’s outdoors.
July 8, 2025
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5+ spots to grab a hot dog in Charleston
Looking for the best hot dog in Charleston, try these local spots + tell us about your favorites.
July 3, 2025
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Aspen One announces Limelight Charleston, a hotel and residences, set to open in 2028
Limelight Charleston is Aspen One’s first East Coast property and seventh location, set to bring the Holy City a new hotel and residences.
July 1, 2025
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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.
July 1, 2025
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Now leasing: Fenland townhomes debut on Daniel Island
The new townhomes are conveniently located on Daniel Island and were designed to serve those ranging from young families to empty nesters.
June 30, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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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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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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15+ restaurants in Charleston you can get to by boat
Take the boat out for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with this list of spots you can get to via the water.
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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Charleston’s ranking as a best place to live
U.S. News and World Report placed the Holy City as a great place to live, giving it especially strong scores for retirees.
June 17, 2025
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