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Charleston’s Botanical Treasures: A primer on five long-beloved local plants that put our city on the horticultural maps

Read up on the histories and growing conditions of these beautiful botanicals
Feature, Travel
Escape to Charm: Exploring Beaufort’s Laid-Back Life

Discover recent refreshes to historic lodgings and young chefs making their mark
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The Garden Artist: Learn about legendary landscape architect Loutrel Briggs, who created the Charleston garden style

Briggs created or renovated more than 100 private gardens in the Holy City
Feature, Local Seen
Space Saver: How Matt Williams is gaining traction for the Lowcountry Land Trust

The Land Trust holds its annual spring gathering on April 18
Feature, Local Books
April Punsalan’s new book guides readers on how to forage 30 wild herbs and harness their healing properties

Feature, Arts Profile
How Kristin Alexander’s Annex Dance Company is exploring motherhood and the environment through bold movement

Feature, Biz - Sci - Tech
On the Table: Arte Italica and Crown Linen Designs’ heritage dinnerware and linens finds a perfect match in Charleston

Owner Victoria Fanning relocated the business to North Charleston in 2025
Feature, Small Business
The Tablewith app takes the hassle out of book club logistics

Learn how the app makes hosting easier
Feature, Giving Back
How Star Gospel Mission is helping people without a home build a solid foundation

Learn how the nonprofit is expanding to offer more people transitional housing
Feature, Milestone
Landmark Change

Exploring the New Deal's Historic Signing in Charleston
Feature, Scouting Report
The return of the brooch

How to incorporate one of the season’s top trends into your wardrobe
Feature, Style Q & A
Matthew McLaughlin of Well Furnished shares how he embraces bold color in his home and wardrobe

Find out his tips for makiing an outfit remarkable
Feature, Style Buzz
Retail Buzz: Beau & Ro founder Sara Rossi introduces Sister Shop next door

Plus, The Drop In finds a permanent home for its fitness studio
Feature, The Charleston Home
Cottage Keepers: How A 1940 Riverland Terrace home was saved from “quiet collapse” and reinvented for modern living

The charming 1940s cottage was a worthwhile labor of love for owner and builder Tim Sites
Feature, New & Notable
New & Notable: OK Donna on Upper King offers cocktail lounge vibes and playful Italian plates with a Southern twist

Discover new interpretations of familar favorites, including the chefs' interpretation of Ikea meatballs

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On the Town: Drinks on the House
Nationally renowned, Charleston-based entertainer Tara Guérard helps you build the best bar cart for your New Year’s Eve soirée


On the Town: Season’s Eatings
Sweet and salty with just the right amount of spice, these pecans make perfect stocking stuffers—or snacks for Santa!


On the Town: Top That!
Every December, one jolly soul caps her South of Broad cupola with a super-sized Santa hat


On the Town: Golden Girl
We caught up with Mini Hay—a jewelry designer and fourth-generation staffer at her family’s shop, Croghan’s Jewel Box—for our December Style Q&A. Find out what’s on her Christmas list and more


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27 Lowcountry Luxuries
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A Thanks for Giving Feast
How’d you like to share a holiday potluck with some of the town’s best chefs? Join hosts Mickey and Ellen Bakst for a...
Nonprofit of the Year, Pet Helpers
Mission: To end the euthanasia of all cats and dogs in the Lowcountry through adoption, education, and spay and neuter...
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Nonprofit of the Year, Courageous Kidz
Mission: To provide positive, community-based activities, trips, and events for kids with cancer and their families
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Warehouse
If someone asks you where to get the best pork rinds in town, you can send them to Warehouse with confidence.
Nonprofit of the Year, Chase After A Cure
Mission: To raise funds for children’s cancer research, especially neuroblastoma, a rare form of cancer that affects...
What’s All the ‘Brew’haha?
We’ll tell you. Suds are flowing all over town and it’s not just the breweries. From Egan...
Nonprofit of the Year, Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding, Inc.
Mission: To help children and adults with disabilities find accomplishment through equine-assisted therapies  
How to Use Thanksgiving Turkey Leftovers
She’s written the compendium on our regional fare with her latest book, Mastering the Art of Southern Cooking (not to...
Nonprofit of the Year, Bishop Gadsden Retirement Community
Mission: To serve the greater good by supporting local nonprofits and helping those less fortunate  
She’s Got Moves
All the Holy City’s a stage for modern dance choreographer Kristin Alexander
Community Catalyst, Christine Osborne
Fostering children’s ideas and actions to give back
Cool Blooms
A trifecta of vibrant, easy-to-grow annuals add gorgeous color to the winter garden
Paddle Power
Charleston SUP Safaris uses paddleboarding to teach students about respecting and enjoying Lowcountry waterways
Bread & Butter
Carrie Morey shares her family’s recipes in a new cookbook, Callie’s Biscuits and Southern Traditions  
Scary Good
Need decorations and dessert for your Halloween fête? These spooky treats do double duty and look as good as they taste
How To Throw An Oyster Roast
Charleston entertaining style editor Mitchell Crosby—owner of event planning biz JMC Charleston—knows how to throw just...
On the Hours
A man can count on a handsome watch to elevate any ensemble.
Boy’s Club
Loosen up and aim for comfort: “tomboy chic” is in. We played off rachel comey, choosing lighter pieces for Charleston’...
How to Wear Braids
Try this season’s romantic plaits  
Fast Friends
Want to race with the wind on Charleston Harbor? With Charleston Ocean Racing Association, a friendly attitude is...
Tying in Tradition
Sharon Cooper-Murray preserves the disappearing language and folk art of the Gullah Geechee culture 
Wide Open Spaces
How to meld modern aesthetic ideals with primo practicality? Interior designer Deidre Alexander helps one Daniel Island...
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