U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to host public meetings on long-term maintenance and environmental planning for Charleston Harbor
June 2, 2026
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Charleston District, will host one in-person and two virtual public meetings to discuss the development of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Charleston…
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The First Oval Office: Step into the tent where it happened
June 2, 2026
A replica of General George Washington’s Revolutionary War tent, the office and sleeping quarters that he used as the command center of the Continental Army, will cover Rivers Green on…
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Boeing invests $100,000 in workforce development opportunities for CCSD students
June 2, 2026
During the 2025-2026 school year, Boeing invested $100,000 to expand Charleston County School District (CCSD) students’ access to career exploration field trips and career discovery camps focused on high-demand advanced…
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James Island County Park hosts annual youth triathlon on July 25
June 2, 2026
The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) will host its annual Youth Triathlon on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at James Island County Park. Designed for young athletes ages 7-15,…
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Charleston to honor Piccolo founder Ellen Dressler Moryl with annual cello concert
June 2, 2026
Mayor William Cogswell and City Director of Cultural Affairs Rochelle Riley announced the first Ellen Dressler Moryl Cello Concert, which will be held each year to honor the founding director…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy opens Ashleyville-Maryville Food Forest in historic West Ashley neighborhood
June 2, 2026The Charleston Parks Conservancy celebrated the opening of the Ashleyville-Maryville Food Forest with a May 16 ribbon-cutting, revitalizing a historic West Ashley green space with roots in agriculture and community…
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City of Charleston’s Juneteenth celebration to feature Michael Jackson tribute
June 2, 2026
Star producer seeks young singer and local horn players to join the concert ensemble for the City’s annual block party. The City of Charleston’s Office of Cultural Affairs is hosting its annual Juneteenth Celebration from…
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BEHKO Construction selected to deliver a major tenant improvement project for Whirlpool Corporation in Savannah
June 1, 2026
BEHKO Construction, a Charleston-based design-build and construction management firm led by Managing Owners Jordan Behringer, P.E., and Razvan “Raz” Cojocaru, P.E., announced it has been selected to deliver a major…
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New study reveals major gap in access to summer programs across South Carolina
June 1, 2026
Many more South Carolina parents want their children in a structured summer program than are able to enroll them, according to a new household survey. The Summer Struggle for South…
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Are You Financially Prepared for Hurricane Season?
June 1, 2026
By Lee Cox Bank of America Charleston-Hilton Head Hurricane season begins June 1, and while forecasters are predicting a somewhat below-normal Atlantic season this year, below-normal is not the same…
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Cleaning up South Carolina’s coast
May 28, 2026
SCDNR Director Tom Mullikin is aggressively going after environmentally dangerous abandoned watercraft and their former owners By W Thomas Smith Jr. Earlier this month, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources…
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Wild Dunes Resort announces key leadership additions and promotions across sales and revenue teams
May 28, 2026
Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property, announced several strategic leadership appointments within its sales and revenue management team. The announcement includes the promotion of Parker Stephenson to national…
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Jimmy Dye closes two significant peninsula sales on Meeting and Beaufain Streets
May 28, 2026The Cassina Group announced the successful closing of two notable downtown Charleston properties represented by Founding Partner and Broker-in-Charge Jimmy Dye. The transactions include 43 Meeting Street, which sold…
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Class A self-storage facility coming to W. Coleman Blvd in Mt Pleasant
May 28, 2026
NAI Charleston announced the successful sale of an approximately 1.48-acre fully entitled development parcel located at Peach Orchard Plaza along W. Coleman Boulevard in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, for $5,000,000.…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis celebrates National 529 Day with $529 grants for newborns
May 28, 2026
South Carolina’s tiniest residents could score a big head start on their future thanks to the return of the PalmettoBaby Grant Program. State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced today that every…
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Charleston County School District launches community engagement process to develop 2027–2032 district goals
May 28, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is launching a districtwide strategic planning and community engagement process to support the development of its next five-year goals for 2027–2032. In partnership with the…
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Swedish Midsummer Festival returns to Cypress Gardens
May 28, 2026
Presented by Volvo Cars on Saturday, June 13 The Annual Swedish Midsummer Festival, hosted by Volvo Cars, returns to Cypress Gardens this year on Saturday, June 13. The event will be from 10…
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SCRA announces funding for rural health innovation
May 28, 2026
The South Carolina Research Authority announced funding available to technology startups focused on improving rural health access. The program, Tech Catalyst Fund, is one of five initiatives within South Carolina’s Rural Health Transformation…
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Charleston County Council passes first reading of 2026 transportation sales tax ordinance
May 28, 2026
Public Hearing set for Thursday, June 11 Charleston County Council has approved the first of three readings of the proposed 2026 Transportation Sales Tax (TST) referendum, advancing the measure to…
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City of Charleston seeks nominations for newly established Commission on the Arts
May 28, 2026
Mayor William Cogswell and the Charleston City Council are seeking nominations for three arts organization representatives and two at-large members of the newly established Commission on the Arts. Purpose and Power…
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Secretary of State Mark Hammond heralds amendments to SC Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act as win for donors and nonprofits
May 28, 2026
Today Secretary of State Mark Hammond recognized recent amendments to the South Carolina Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act as a win for both donors and nonprofits. “I am happy that…
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Rural Infrastructure Authority awards construction grants to upgrade critical infrastructure
May 28, 2026
$29 million in grant funding awarded across South Carolina The S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved over $29 million in grant assistance for 22 capital improvement projects that will…
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Man, The Intruder
May 27, 2026
By Tom Poland The rains of late and spring’s approach set my mind on the Carolina bays, those coastal plain wetlands of mystery and life. The elliptical depressions are…
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South Carolina first in nation to designate annual Gold Shield Day for fallen first responders
May 27, 2026
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has signed legislation making the Palmetto State the first in the nation to permanently designate June 1 as “Gold Shield Day,” an annual day of…
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Guskiewicz named 16th president of Clemson University
May 27, 2026
For the 16th time in 136 years and only the second time in the past 27 years, Clemson University’s Board of Trustees selected the next president of Clemson University. Following…
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Turner Padget expands Charleston office with the addition of litigator Brian Hubacher
May 26, 2026
Turner Padget has added attorney Brian Hubacher as Of Counsel in its Charleston office, continuing the firm’s strategic growth and further strengthening its regionally-ranked litigation team. Hubacher represents individuals and…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q1 2026
May 26, 2026
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Megan Lawson | Market Analyst Higher-end properties continued to perform statewide, while several markets saw activity return towards historical norms following…
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Two senior leaders to depart East Cooper Community Outreach
May 26, 2026After nearly a decade of extraordinary leadership and service, ECCO announces that Executive Director Stephanie Kelley will be stepping down from her role as she relocates to Pennsylvania to be…
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CAMS named Best HOA Management Company in 2026 Charleston’s Choice Awards
May 26, 2026
CAMS (Community Association Management Services) announced it has been named Best HOA Management Company in the 2026 Charleston’s Choice Awards! This honor reflects the dedication and expertise of CAMS’ Charleston…
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Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization celebrates leadership and service ahead of 2026 competition
May 26, 2026
As the 2026 Miss South Carolina and Miss South Carolina’s Teen competitions approach, delegates and volunteers throughout the state have spent the spring preparing for June while advancing the organization’s…
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Charleston Southern launches new financial award for ministry families
May 26, 2026
Charleston Southern University has launched a new scholarship program for families who faithfully serve in pastoral ministry. The South Carolina Ministry Buc Award is a full-tuition scholarship available to eligible dependents of South Carolina Baptist…
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City of Charleston announces 2026 Piccolo Spoleto Festival guide, new website, and citywide distribution
May 26, 2026
The City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) has released the official 2026 Piccolo Spoleto Festival Guide and launched a newly redesigned website, piccolospoleto.com, featuring new tools that allow visitors to search…
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Wando returns to the top of the state podium in boys’ track and field
May 26, 2026
Wando High School battled with Ridge View at the South Carolina High School League AAAAA Division 1 boys’ state track and field meet in Columbia on May 14, 2026, and came…
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CCSD sees record teacher retention, dramatic drop in classroom vacancies
May 26, 2026
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is entering the final weeks of the school year with approximately 63 classroom vacancies districtwide for the upcoming school year, compared to nearly 300 at…
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Grant helps “undiscovered” destinations expand tourism offerings
May 26, 2026
Projects in Chester, Winnsboro, Westminster, Pageland, and Walterboro were selected in the most recent Undiscovered SC award cycle The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) announced the…
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City of Charleston Recreation Department to offer free summer meals for youth
May 26, 2026
The City of Charleston Recreation Department will provide free meals to children and teens this summer through its participation in the Summer Food Service Program. The program will operate Monday…
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Charleston County launches deliverable-based technical assistance grant program
May 26, 2026
Charleston County is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations for the Deliverable-Based Technical Assistance Grant Program, a new initiative funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and administered in…
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South Carolina’s Hands-Free law in full effect as 100 Deadly Days of Summer begin
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day marks the start of the 100 Deadly Days of Summer, and the South Carolina Department of Public Safety is urging drivers to put the phone down before getting…
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South Carolina officials urge preparation ahead of June 1 Hurricane Season
May 25, 2026
With the calendar flipping to June, South Carolina officials are reminding residents that the time to prepare for severe tropical weather is before a storm ever develops in the Atlantic.…
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Precision and Power on Display: Lowcountry Backhoe Roadeo competition tests skills, builds camaraderie
May 23, 2026
GEORGETOWN, S.C. — The hum of heavy machinery and the spirit of competition took center stage Thursday, May 21, in Georgetown as county and municipal public works employees gathered to…
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Is your content strategy masking a messaging problem?
May 22, 2026
By Chelsea Bennett, Founder and CEO of Ivey Palmer PR For decades, early-stage founders have operated under a simple assumption: if a business is not growing, the problem is visibility.…
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Lander, Dr. Kevin Witherspoon honored for advancing Dr. Benjamin E. Mays’ legacy
May 22, 2026The recipients of the 2026 Mays Legacy Awards include Lander University and Dr. Kevin B. Witherspoon, a Lander professor of history. The award is named for the late Dr. Benjamin…
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Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd welcomes Ashley Stevens to Charleston office
May 22, 2026
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. announced that Ashley E. Stevens has joined the firm as an associate in the Charleston office. She works primarily with the firm’s insurance defense and litigation…
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Chief Justice honors Lander with historic proclamation
May 21, 2026
GREENWOOD, S.C.—As the United States looks to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, leaders of South Carolina’s three branches of government have co-signed a…
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Memorial Day and Veterans Day: Understanding America’s military holidays
May 21, 2026Every year, Americans pause to honor those connected to military service, but Memorial Day and Veterans Day are often misunderstood or used interchangeably. While both recognize sacrifice and service, they…
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Charting a new course: SeamonWhiteside to lead transformation of Georgetown’s historic port
May 21, 2026
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, has been awarded the Georgetown Port Redevelopment Master Plan by Georgetown County. This landmark project marks a turning…
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Bittermilk expands Charleston County operations
May 21, 2026
Bittermilk Bottling Co. (Bittermilk), a manufacturer of nonalcoholic beverage products, announced it is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The company’s $8.2 million investment will create 12 new jobs. Founded in…
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National Golf Foundation president and CEO Greg Nathan to join Golf Business LIVE
May 21, 2026
The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) announces that Greg Nathan, president and chief executive officer of the National Golf Foundation (NGF), will appear as the special guest on the next episode…
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June 2026 festivals & events
May 21, 2026
Moonlight Mixer Fri., June 5, 7 – 10 p.m. Folly Beach Pier Moonlight Mixers are back on the Folly Beach Pier! Music starts at 7 pm. Children 3 and under…
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SC Ports to expand ro-ro operations to North Charleston Terminal
May 21, 2026
Adds capacity for more cargo opportunities at Columbus Street Terminal SC Ports plans to expand ro-ro operations to its rail-served North Charleston Terminal to further support the state’s thriving automotive…
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