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College of Charleston Dorm Proposal at Historic Burial Ground: Where Things Stand
A proposed student housing development at 106 Coming Street has received conditional conceptual approval, but archaeological findings, memorial plans and questions about the historic cemetery…
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What’s The Move? Charleston Events & Things To Do: Oct. 8–14, 2026
Charleston is packed Oct. 8–14 with AfroSouth Film Festival, Riverfront Revival, SC State vs. Charleston Southern, Thundercat and TiaCorine, R&B brunches, nightlife, festivals and more.
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Johns Island’s First City Recreation Center Is Set to Begin Construction This Month
The long-awaited recreation and aquatic facility will bring pools, basketball, pickleball, a splash pad and more to Johns Island. Johns Island is getting a major…
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Viral “Chicken Baptizer” Bernard Hardison Is Bringing His Fall Pop-Up Tour to Charleston
Viral South Carolina chef Bernard “The Chicken Baptizer” Hardison is bringing his 2026 Fall Pop-Up Tour to The Refinery in Charleston on Dec. 5.
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Charleston Wine + Food 2027 Schedule Is Out — Here Are the Events We’re Watching
Charleston Wine + Food has released its 2027 schedule ahead of public ticket sales Oct. 8. Here are several events we’re watching, from Bintü Atelier…
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Historic Photos of 7 Enslaved People Return Home to South Carolina
Historic 1850 photographs of seven enslaved people have returned to South Carolina. IAAM’s new They Lived exhibition will center their names, lives and humanity during…
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Charleston Is Rewriting Its Zoning Code for the First Time Since 1966
Charleston is rewriting its zoning code for the first time since 1966, with new rules addressing development, flooding, traffic, pedestrian connections and how projects move…
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7 Charleston-Area Brunch Spots To Put On Your Radar
Looking for brunch around Charleston? Here are 7 spots to put on your radar, from downtown classics and rooftop views to Caribbean food, Gospel Brunch,…
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9 Grand Live Oaks to Be Removed as Maybank Highway Widening Moves Forward
Charleston County plans to remove nine grand live oaks as part of a Maybank Highway widening project aimed at easing traffic near River Road on…
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