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April 2025
Band Together: The musical legacy of the Reverend Daniel Jenkins and his Jenkins Orphanage Band
The band spawned several distinguish jazz musicians, including William “Cat” Anderson  

April 2025
Empowering Communities: Root Down’s Quest for Sustainable and Equitable Housing Solutions
Find out about their hempcrete test site and hands-on experiences they offer for people who want to learn more

April 2025
Grow Girl: Rooted in Charleston expands from bus to brick and-mortar, delivering more access to houseplants for all
Learn about owner Nancy Terebecki-Smith’s in-home myth-busting services

April 2025
Local by Design: Interior designer Michael Mitchell celebrates 15 years on King Street with a refreshed showroom
The design showroom is the city's exclusive stockist for Farrow & Ball paint

March 2025
What a Dame: Remembering Nathalie Dupree, best-selling cookbook author and founding chair of Charleston Wine + Food
The “Grand Dame” of Southern cuisine, who so graciously shared her wit and recipes our readers, passed away on January...

March 2025
Ansonborough: Charleston’s First Suburb and Its Storied Past
 British naval captain George Anson purchased about 63 acres north of the city limits on March 23, 1727

March 2025
Rewriting Stories: How Landmarks for Families keeps caregivers and children together while they’re overcoming struggles
The nonprofit hosts its biggest fundraiser, the 20th-annual Night for the Children Gala, on March 6

March 2025
Kerri Devine’s “Midlife Monologues” showcase helps women navigate menopause and other tricky transitions
See the production on March 12 at Charleston Music Hall and find out which stage it's headed to later this year

March 2025
Harland Handmade: Navy Veteran Marcus Vause Crafts Timeless Leather Wallets with Precision & Passion
Find his products at Southern Ruetz Hat Bar and online at harlandhandmade.com

March 2025
Peek behind the seams with Elizabeth Ackerman as the designer launches her vintage-inspired spring collection
Shop the collection locally at Rhodes Boutique and II Brunettes

March 2025
Irish History Walking Tour: Take a stroll downtown and learn about the centuries of Irish contributions to the Holy City
Tour cathedrals, buildings, and monuments, with a pit stop at a local pub

February 2025
Man of the People: The legacy of African American Human Rights leader Esau Jenkins
The John’s Island native spent a lifetime dedicated to improving the lives of Sea Island residents

February 2025
Famed author Gertrude Stein and Alice Toklas’ 1935 Visit to Charleston
Hear historian Harlan Greene share “The Greatest Love Stories Never Told,” about forgotten LGBTQ couples on February 8 

February 2025
Support in Crisis: Southern Smoke Foundation’s Mission to Help F&B Industry Workers
The nonprofit introduced a no-cost “Behind You” mental-health counseling program 

February 2025
Local Seen: Explore the Roots of American Cuisine with Historian Julian Gooding
He shares the relationship between food and healing and why it’s important to know a dish’s past

February 2025
Candace Patterson extends her creativity to culinary arts with City Lights Eastside
She partnered with photographer and fellow former City Lights employee Gregg Lambton-Carr to open the new cafe 

February 2025
Smithey Ironware founder Isaac Morton dishes on the company’s 10th anniversary and goals for the future
Learn about the recently opened showroom and distribution facility in North Charleston

February 2025
Lowcountry Love Song: Meet Grammy-winning bluegrass artist Shelby Means and her Holy City rocker husband Joel Timmons
Both singer-songwriters will release their debut solo albums this year

February 2025
A Briny Business: Learn about the historic ebbs and flows of the local oyster industry
Plus insight from oysterman Trey McMillian who has ambitious plans for expanding his aquaculture enterprise, Lowcountry...

January 2025
Take the Plunge: Brave the chill during Dunleavy’s Pub 30th-annual dive into the Atlantic
The longstanding Sullivan’s Island tradition benefits Special Olympics South Carolina

January 2025
Charleston Then & Now: How our city’s leaders see Charleston’s needs, priorities, and possibilities
Fifty years at the Four Corners (1975-2025)

January 2025
Journey to Revolution: Inside the Exchange Building’s Historical Significance
The First Provincial South Carolina Congress’ call to arms

January 2025
WakeUp Carolina offers hope for recovery from substance abuse, one phone call at a time
Learn how to get help if your or a loved one is dealing with substance abuse disorder

January 2025
Laugh Out Loud: Inside Stories From Wit’s End Comedy Club Owner Josh Bates
The new Park Circle club is cohosting Charleston Comedy Week in January

January 2025
She Biology founder Chinenyem Nwadiugwu offers calming, CBD-infused skin care
She is growing hemp on property that’s been in her family for hundreds of years

January 2025
Local rockers Brave Baby reunite with 3x blood, the band's first album in nine years
The band signed with Atlas Touring and will hit the road this spring

January 2025
The Charleston Bucket List: 50th Anniversary Edition
Kicking off our golden anniversary year with 50 must-dos in 2025

December 2024
Standing Tall: How Civil Rights activist Septima P. Clark stood her ground in the face of adversity
The educator was fired from her teaching job for refusing to leave the NAACP

December 2024
Why is Charleston called the “Holy City?” The answer might surprise you
Hint: It probably doesn’t have much to do with our skyline

December 2024
Giving Back: MUSC’s Angel Tree Parade brings holiday cheer to young patients
The endeavor collects piles of gifts for children in need

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