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Skinful Halloween 2025’s Lineup is HERE!
The moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here. We’re thrilled to announce the full, mind-bending lineup for Skinful Halloween on October 25, 2025, at…
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The Last Rack: Charleston Says a Final Goodbye to Sticky Fingers Ribhouse
A Final Goodbye to a Charleston Icon: The Closure of Sticky Fingers The news that Sticky Fingers Ribhouse has closed its final restaurant has resonated…
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A Strategic Shift: Cleats Closes as Owners Prepare for New Ventures
Change is a constant in the restaurant world, and Charleston is no exception. This week, the popular sports bar Cleats, located at The Refinery in…
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A New Gateway for North Charleston: The Cosgrove Avenue Extension is a Game-Changer
For years, residents and businesses in North Charleston have faced a familiar and frustrating problem: traffic stopped dead by trains moving in and out of…
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Charleston Metro Football: Week 1 Roundup!
What a weekend for football in the Lowcountry! From thrilling high school matchups to intense college gridiron battles, fans in the Charleston Metro Area had…
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The IAAM Kicks Off Labor Day Weekend with Free Events & More!
This Labor Day Weekend, the International African American Museum (IAAM) is rolling out two incredible opportunities for the Charleston community to engage with history and…
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The “Barbados Comes to Charleston” Festival Kicks Off Tomorrow!
The long-awaited Barbados Comes to Charleston festival officially kicks off tomorrow! This three-day celebration of Bajan culture is happening from August 29-31, 2025, and it’s…
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El Molino Taqueria’s Highly-Anticipated Johns Island Location is Finally Open!
For years, Charleston locals have made the trek to El Molino Taqueria for some of the most authentic tacos and Mexican dishes in the Lowcountry.…
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Bertha’s Kitchen Secures $50,000 Grant to Preserve Its Soulful Legacy
Charleston, SC — In a major victory for the Lowcountry’s culinary scene, beloved North Charleston institution Bertha’s Kitchen has been awarded a $50,000 grant from…
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