The latest numbers, guidelines, and essential info
Daily COVID-19 updates and how Charlestonians can be prepared
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Brack: Don't get conned on postal service, election process
Don't let yourself be conned by the Con Man in Chief: Postal workers will deliver your mailed-in ballot just fine, thank you very much.
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Babe Club drops abstract music video for new single 'Need a Girl'
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Indie band Babe Club, the project from former SUSTO members Jenna Desmond and Corey Campbell, released a music video for new single “Need a Girl” on Aug. 21.
The song portrays female friendships and the support they provide during periods of detachment.more…
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Workshop's new outdoor bar kicking off Wine Garden Wednesday series
[embed-1] Workshop will welcome its new tiki-themed bar on August 26 with the first Wine Garden Wednesday, a monthly event featuring wine tastings and dinner at one of the five Workshop kitchens.
[content-1] Workshop and Merrow's Garden Bar parted ways earlier this month following the food court's decision to operate its own bar, billed as "a trendy tiki-inspired bar inspired by local ingredients and flavors that changes seasonally."more…
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The Agenda: Nikki Haley and Tim Scott speak at RNC tonight; Teachers frustrated over back-to-school plans
Former S.C. Gov. Nikki Haley and U.S. Sen. Tim Scott to appear at Republican National Convention tonight. Two South Carolinians will be speaking at the RNC tonight: Haley and Scott.more…
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South Carolina Historical Society Museum set to reopen Sept. 1
The South Carolina Historical Society reopens Sept. 1, enacting new safety protocols and procedures including mandatory masks for guests and staff, social distancing and directional arrows.
In a press release, museum Executive Director Faye L. Jensen said: "Our team has worked hard to ensure the safety of all guests and that’s our main priority. However, we know that connecting with the past can bring enlightenment in uncertain times and we invite people to experience this iconic building and enjoy a self-guided tour through 350 years of history."
[content-4] In addition to the museum reopening, SCHS is also offering a traveling exhibit to honor the 350th anniversary of South Carolina’s founding.more…
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Gibbes Museum's Society 1858's art auction starts this week, submissions for annual prize open soon
The Gibbes Museum of Art's auxiliary group, Society 1858, hosts a virtual art auction, Give Back to the Gibbes Aug. 26-28, with proceeds providing critical operating support to the Gibbes.
The auction features works by over 60 artists, including a number of past 1858 Prize winners like Leo Twiggs and Alicia Henry.more…
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Before You Go: Marion Square pedestal removal begins this week; Protests in Wisconsin over another police shooting
COVID-19 updates: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 909 new cases of COVID-19 and 21 deaths connected to the virus on Tuesday.
The percent positive rate was 17.4 percent.more…
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Despite small changes, carriage ordinance still needs more, advocates say
A horse carriage ordinance which got initial approval from city council last week that would require new restraints for horses isn't proactive enough, according to some animal rights advocates.
"We have been advocating for an independent, scientific, forward-looking peer-reviewed study of the entire enterprise so the results from that can provide some unbiased data," said Joe Elmore, president of the Charleston Animal Society. "The enterprise needs reform."
The ordinance, which comes weeks after a a horse ran loose in Ansonborough, is similar to a proposal from the Charleston Carriage Association for Responsible Equine Safety (CARES).more…
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Appeals denied to halt work on Ghost Island for review
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control denied three requests for review of plans to develop Ghost Island on August 12. Sent by Charleston-area organizations and advocates, the appeals to a pending DHEC permit asked for the small island off the coast of Maryville to be inspected before further building takes place.more…
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Salti Ray releases rocking new single, 'The Right Thing'
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Indie rock band Salti Ray released its new single, “The Right Thing,” on Aug. 25.
This single is the first to feature bassist Jacob Lightsey.more…
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Stegelin: Department of Dead-ucation
School makes kids zombies
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College of Charleston expands their opera program with a production of 'The Marriage of Figaro'
Saundra DeAthos-Meers has been singing for as long as she can remember.
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Blotter: On a scale of one to 10
Blotter o' the week: After being detained for driving under the influence, a man described his drunkenness quite eloquently, saying that on a scale of one to 10, one being sober and 10 being highly intoxicated, he was a solid four. But officers know: If you say you're a four, you're probably closer to an eight.
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Lindsey Graham on his reelection
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham is seeking reelection to a fourth term in office. We reached out to discuss the campaign and why South Carolinians should vote for him.more…
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Health experts cautious of continued travel even as tourism numbers remain low
Coronavirus case numbers are down from recent months — but so is Charleston tourism.
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These refreshing red wines will add variety to your summer beverage lineup
National Red Wine Day is coming up on Aug. 28, so we wondered: What are some refreshing reds to enjoy in the summer heat?
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‘I’ve already won’: Jaime Harrison seeks to dethrone Lindsey Graham
Jaime Harrison is used to being an underdog. But he's also been an uncommonly successful underdog, seen now in his competitive bid against incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina.
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The Agenda: SC police want more funding; Graham questions Wisconsin police shooting victim's role
Amid calls to "defund the police," S.C. law enforcement wants more funding. At a hearing of the state House of Representatives Law Enforcement Officer Training, Tactics, Standards and Accountability Subcommittee, South Carolina law enforcement officials testified that their biggest challenges were inadequate funding and roadblocks to becoming accredited.more…
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Callie's Hot Little Biscuit's new gluten-free biscuits coming in September
Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit will unveil its new gluten-free line on Sept. 1, including frozen and reheatable biscuits and gluten-free buttermilk biscuit mix.
“For years our customers have asked us to create a gluten-free version of our signature
buttermilk biscuit so that they can experience a Callie’s biscuit,” said Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit founder Carrie Morey.more…
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Bus rapid transit is coming, but advocates continue push for alternatives
The Lowcountry Rapid Transit project aims to connect Summerville, downtown and everywhere in between. But, activist William Hamilton has continued to push for other options as congestion remains a pressing issue in Charleston — and a local political leader and former member of county council thinks he has a point.
“The latest iteration of this transit plan is operating in regular traffic, but they claim it's still a rapid transit system.more…
“The latest iteration of this transit plan is operating in regular traffic, but they claim it's still a rapid transit system.more…
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City Picks: What we're seeing, streaming and doing this week
As summer draws to a close (we're kidding, it's still hot), we've got plenty of virtual and in-person, socially distanced events to check out. Here's the rundown.
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Celebrate Indie Bookstore Day at local booksellers this Saturday
Indie Bookstore Day, usually the last Saturday of April, is now being celebrated by independent booksellers all over the country on the last Saturday of August.
The coronavirus pandemic pushed the date of the celebration back a few months and booksellers are keeping the pandemic in mind while celebrating this Saturday, with many bookstores offering a day full of virtual events.more…
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Columbia's Stagbriar is 'emotionally raw' on second LP Suppose You Grow
Stagbriar, the sibling duo of Alex and Emily McCollum, released a new album Suppose You Grow Aug. 21.
The LP was mostly recorded live over the course of an eight-hour span at Archer Avenue Studios in Columbia, S.C.
The two describe Suppose You Grow, the band's second album, as an “emotionally raw depiction of the sometimes infinite space between forgiving and forgetting and what it means to move forward.”
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The group is more known for its folk sound but it moved away from that on the latest album to create a larger, fuller sound.
However, it does not lack the rich harmonies the McCollums are known for.more…
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Before You Go: McMaster assessing federal jobless benefits; Percent positive rate jumps above 20 percent as testing drops
COVID-19 updates: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control announced 505 new cases of COVID-19 and 42 deaths connected to the virus on Wednesday.
Percent positive rate has once again climbed back above 20 percent, but testing numbers are dropping. With 2,470 tests reported Wednesday, the percent positive rate was 20.4 percent.more…
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