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23 Juneteenth Events Happening Across The Lowcountry
Charleston has 23 Juneteenth events happening across the Lowcountry this week, from history programs and block parties to concerts, parades, family festivals, skating, sailing, mural…
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9ja Flavor by Sessy’s Brings Nigerian Cuisine To Dorchester Road
9ja Flavor by Sessy’s is a Black-owned West African restaurant on Dorchester Road specializing in Nigerian cuisine, jollof rice, egusi soup, grilled meats, stews and…
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Lance Gross Is Coming To Charleston For Tonight’s Conversation LIVE & UNCUT
Lance Gross is coming to Charleston for Tonight’s Conversation LIVE & UNCUT on Sunday, September 13 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Airport Hotel &…
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Riva Mare: A Rooftop Italian Restaurant Is Coming To Navy Yard Charleston
Riva Mare, a new coastal Italian rooftop restaurant from The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, is planned for Storehouse Nine at Navy Yard Charleston, adding another…
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CofC Is Running Out Of Room: Some Students Could Be Housed In Hotels As Campus Housing Demand Grows
College of Charleston is facing a student housing crunch as a record freshman class pushes some upperclassmen toward hotel housing and transfer students off campus.
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Summerville Is Considering A Downtown Beer & Wine Entertainment District
Summerville is considering an Outdoor Entertainment District that would allow beer and wine in parts of downtown under specific rules. Here’s what the proposal would…
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Where To Watch The 2026 World Cup In Charleston
Looking for World Cup watch parties in Charleston? Here’s where to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Team USA parties, Latin soccer crowds, bars,…
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Literacy Live Brings A Celebration Of Reading, Community, And Impact To Holy City Brewing
Reading Partners South Carolina will host its June 11 fundraiser supporting young readers across the Charleston area. Literacy Live Supports Young Readers On June 11…
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LOWVELO Returns This November With A Ride Bigger Than The Miles
The annual Lowcountry cycling fundraiser supports lifesaving cancer research at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center. LOWVELO is returning to the Charleston area this fall, bringing riders,…
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