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Charleston’s Burke High School Band Selected for 2026 Florida Classic Battle of the Bands
Charleston’s High Stepping Bulldogs are heading to Orlando! Burke High School’s High Stepping Bulldog Band has been selected to perform in the 2026 Florida Blue Battle of the Bands presented by Publix, joining some of the Southeast’s top high school marching bands for one of the signature events of Florida Classic Weekend. The showcase takes…
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Charleston’s 2026 Holiday Parade Is Accepting Applications — Here’s How to Participate
Charleston’s annual holiday tradition returns December 6, and local organizations have until November 5 to apply for a spot in the parade. The City of Charleston is inviting schools, marching bands, community groups, local businesses, and other organizations to participate in its 2026 Holiday Parade, scheduled for Sunday, December 6, at 3 PM. The annual…
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Grand Bohemian Charleston Is Now Hotel Operis, Bringing New Rooftop Dining and Arts-Inspired Experiences Downtown
October 20, 2026 | Charleston Local Updates One of downtown Charleston’s familiar boutique hotels has entered a new chapter. The former Grand Bohemian Charleston, located at 55 Wentworth Street, officially became Hotel Operis, Autograph Collection, on October 1, 2026. But the transformation involves more than a new name. The 50-room hotel has introduced refreshed dining…
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Charleston Invites Residents to Discuss Zoning Changes at October 22 Peninsula Plan Open Studio
October 20, 2026 | Local Updates / Development Charleston residents will have another opportunity this Thursday to learn about the city’s long-term plans for the peninsula, including ongoing work to rewrite its zoning regulations. The City of Charleston is hosting a Peninsula Plan Open Studio on Thursday, October 22, from 3 to 6 PM, at…
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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 remain central to the project. Charleston, SC — October 9, 2026 A proposed College of Charleston residence hall continues to raise questions about how the city should balance new development…
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