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With a new Emmy and clear focus, John Barnhardt's latest adventure is rolling

Enjoy evergreen foliage, fall flowers, and even a caffeinated tea from this lesser-known camellia  

The first time you visit Craftsmen, you’ll need to take a tour. Head to the back—that’s the best way I know to direct...

Bringing the buy-local movement to the floral industry  

It just might be the most unusual—and enjoyable—of all Charleston creations. 

Charleston SUP Safaris uses paddleboarding to teach students about respecting and enjoying Lowcountry waterways

Loosen up and aim for comfort: “tomboy chic” is in. We played off rachel comey, choosing lighter pieces for Charleston’...

Running and raising funds for wounded vets and locals in need

Sharon Cooper-Murray preserves the disappearing language and folk art of the Gullah Geechee culture 

There’s a romance to rare, decades-old cars—a beauty you don’t have to be a “gearhead” to appreciate. Don’t believe it...

Johnny Delaware finds his indie-folk-rock rhythm in Charleston

Local art enthusiasts Michele and Mike Seekings team up with muralist Karl Beckwith Smith to update a grand 1850s...

Growing as shrubs and trees, pomegranates make for a beautiful and fruitful transition from summer to fall

National accolades and “Best-of” designations have stacked up for Charleston in recent years, but we’ve known all along...

Power-folk singer Rachel Kate Gillon debuts her first album

Herb Parker sculpts found objects and natural materials alike into works of art that inspire dialogue

The Charleston Academy of Music brings classical training to young students across the Lowcountry

One local writer ponders just how Southern, charming, and real Bravo’s new TV show set in Charleston could possibly be

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