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WHAT | CHStoday is the best of what you need to know about Charleston, SC, curated, condensed + kicking off the conversation with our daily email in your inbox at 6AM – and continuing the dialogue on your social feeds all day, every day. Our goal is to aggregate the most important news, stories, words-on-the street, and local happenings and deliver them to you in an easily-digestible, fun-to-read
package: CHStoday. Our daily morning newsletter gives you what you need to know to have informed conversations in your community; our social media platforms serve engaging, top-notch content to bolster your dynamic, on-the-go lifestyle in Charleston; and our website pulls it all together, hosting all commentary & content and giving you the opportunity to be part of the conversation. HOW | How do we reach you? Scope our other social feeds and give them a follow: https://instagram.com/chstoday and https://twitter.com/thechstoday, and use hashtag to share your photos, thoughts, ideas and experiences. Ready to do this? Subscribe to CHStoday newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3wwFYmI
WHO | CHStoday is produced for the community by members of the community. YOU: Engaged, passionate, active, educated, diverse, established, and awesome. US: Yes, we are real, live humans who live, eat, play, think, drink, work, laugh, make mistakes and accomplish things in Charleston. (Drop us a note: https://chstoday.6amcity.com/ We’d love to chat.)
Looking to jazz up your Labor Day weekend? Check out the details on this year's Lowcountry Jazz Festival which features national and international award-winning acts. 🎷
This two-day festival will celebrate the vibrant sounds of jazz at the Gaillard Center.
If you’ve noticed a slight temperature change, you’re spot on. Meteorologists predict temperatures will hover in the mid to upper 80s through the rest of the week. However, don’t put those tank tops away just yet — next week, we’ll climb back into the 90s.
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The Lowcountry will experience slightly cooler temperatures this week as it transitions into a fall-like weather pattern. This change is not expected to last long, a…
Stay weather aware + make sure you’re prepared for possible flooding — because King Tides are back. Tap the link to learn when the Holy City could be impacted.
King Tide events are a regular occurrence and may cause coastal flooding.
We already know you’re trendy. You’re a read CHStoday, after all, so you’ve always got the scoop on what’s happening in the Holy City. But what about what’s hot and what’s not this season?
Tap the link to read our takes, then head to the comments to share yours.
Your City Editors give their takes on what’s hot this summer and what’s not.
The CofC Men’s basketball team released next season’s non-conference schedule. Opponents range from Southern Illinois and Wofford to local teams like The Citadel.
The College of Charleston men's basketball team announced Thursday their schedule for non-conference play this year. The Cougars, who led the Coastal Athletic A
The South Carolina Aquarium announced its Good Catch Dinner, a culinary experience hosted by Chef Graham Calabria of Calabria’s Fine Food, which will take place on Sunday, Sept. 22 at Union Station. This event will celebrate local seafood through a multi-course wood-fired meal. Tickets are $125.
Celebrate a multicourse meal of woodfired seafood by Chef Graham Calabria
Happy belated birthday, CHS.
Back in 1783, Charles Town became a legal entity on Aug. 13. Did you know? Our city was founded and settled in April 1670, but it wasn’t officially incorporated until more than 100 years later.
The settlement known as Charles Town became a legal entity on August 13, 1783
The Charleston Place is welcoming five new retail partners to its set of shops on the hotel’s ground level.
The new brands will include BURU, Norton + Hodges, Over The Moon, Short Court, and La Ligne. All five spots are set to open over the next few months.
📸: The Charleston Place
Charleston County Parks will host a national skateboarding competition at SK8 Charleston.
The competition is open to all ages and skill levels + a portion of the entry fees will benefit Grind For Life.
Tap the link below for registration and prize details.
Charleston County Parks will host The Boardr Series, a national skateboarding competition, in September at SK8 Charleston skate park. This fun and friendly two-day contest is for all ages and skill levels.
Tap the link below to read my conversation with HYLO Nexton's Anna Urbano, we talked all things fitness + well.
HYLO Fitness
HYLO Nexton will officially open its doors to the community + begin helping folks reach their wellness goals later this month.
Learn why the homes along Rainbow Row don bright colors
Learn why the hones along Rainbow Row painted in bold + pastels.
Lowcountry Land Trust has transferred 206 acres along the Edisto River to SCDNR for public use. This property will soon become open to the public for fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing.
Lowcountry Land Trust proudly announces the transfer of the 206-acre, permanently protected Mallard Tract to SCDNR.
Vegstock, a six-course tasting menu from some of the region’s best farmers and purveyors, returns at The Charleston Place's Charleston Grill. Get the details👇
During Vegstock, Charleston Grill's nightly menu will be inspired by the Lowcountry's summer harvest and the work of our local farmers.
12 races to get prepared for through the rest of the year. 👟
Charleston has a packed list of races to get prepared for through the rest of the year.
The Green Heart Project, a group that leads garden learning projects to cultivate community through growing + celebrating food, is seeking volunteers for Green Heart Buddies, Garden Champions, and Urban Farm Docents.
Tap the link below for details on these volunteer opportunities.
A farm-to-school program, pairing volunteers with students in an outdoor classroom setting.
Did you know bottlenose dolphins living off the SC coast have perfected a special fishing technique? Tap the link below to learn all about strand feeding.
Strand feeding can only be seen in a few areas around the world, and the Lowcountry is one of them.
Do you have a favorite spot to bring your kiddos? What about a bar that considers you a regular? We do too, but this time we want to hear from you.
Nominations close soon on Friday, Aug. 16. Click the link below to add your nominations and keep an eye out for the final ballot.
Did you know? You can see a meteor shower tonight and tomorrow. Get the details.
Here's where and when to see the shower around the Holy City
Officials reported less erosion than expected on our shorelines after Debby hit our coast. It appears this is due to the preparations taken by officials on Folly Beach, Isle of Palms, and Kiawah, Seabrook, and Sullivan’s Island.
Tropical Storm Debby brought little erosion to the Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island and Folly Beach. Breach Inlet was hit hardest, while Folly went unscathed.
Need lunch or dinner plans this weekend? Try Beautiful South's new summer menu at 128 Columbus St.
📸: CHStoday
One of the rare contemporary homes on the Charleston Battery is on the market for $13.5 million.
This 6755 square feet Single Family home has 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. It is located at 100 Murray Blvd, Charleston, SC.
There's lots to keep up with this local teacher. Plus, she's hosting a Back to School Teacher Party tomorrow at Firefly Distillery. Read all about it 🍎
As the new school year approaches, we caught up with Sara Toppe to discuss her work as a teacher and her efforts to support other local educators.
Villa Cantina Cocktail Lounge Charleston opened a couple of weeks ago in West Ashley, where Andolini’s Pizza used to be. The new spot has a full food menu and a craft cocktail program, plus nightlife during the weekends. Pro tip: There’s an AstroTurf pet-friendly patio.
New Charleston Mexican restaurant Villa Cantina Cocktail and Lounge is the second Mexican eatery to open west of the Ashley River this year, joining Santi's.
The City of Charleston has lifted its curfew. However, some roads remain closed. Check out the latest city updates 👇
AUGUST 7, 2024 – CHARLESTON, S.C. – As of 7:30 a.m. today, the city-wide curfew in Charleston has been lifted, and main thoroughfares leading onto the Peninsula have been reopened.
Charleston International Airport's Clear the List initiative is providing local educators with school supplies. Now through Thursday, Aug. 15, the airport will be randomly selecting wish lists to clear. Find out how to participate. ✏️
Charleston International Airport has launched a community campaign to donate school supplies.
Stay safe, CHS. Mayor Cogswell has declared a State of Emergency. Check out our hurricane guide for resources.
This hurricane guide will update you on new evacuation zones and introduce you to resources that will help you stay weather-aware.
✈️ Ready for takeoff — in the aviation industry? Charleston Southern University’s Aeronautics program can help you launch a career in a sector generating more than $30 billion annually.
Keep reading to learn more about the program + apply.
Dream of becoming a professional pilot? Charleston Southern University can help make it happen.
Hampstead Mall has received a refresh. The park is now fitted with public Wi-Fi and an amphitheater.
Charleston's first park was loved, shunned, now embraced by its neighbors. The Hampstead Mall, created in 1769, was named after a posh British park in London.
Cheer for Team USA + all the athletes with Charleston ties.
The Holy City is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
✏️ It’s almost time to trade in the pool toys for pencils + paper. That’s right, the countdown to the new school year is on.
Take advantage of Tax-Free Weekend and make sure your child is prepared.
Shoppers are getting ready to save big during South Carolina’s annual sales tax holiday just it time for back-to-school shopping.
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The Terrace Bar at Mills House Charleston, Curio Collection by Hilton is open for the summer and ready to make a splash. 🌊 Stop by the iconic hotel’s rooftop from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. for cocktails + bites. Want to swim? Reserve a luxurious poolside cabana for pool access, plus exclusive bar and towel service. Bonus: Enjoy 15% off your stay when you book two nights or more, now through Aug. 27. ☀️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3L4wR3R #partner
Get ready to rock and kickbox, CHS. We teamed up with GRIT BOX Charleston to give away kickboxing classes, one-on-one personal training sessions, and all the necessary gear to get started. Head to our Instagram for details and to enter. https://6am.city/3E8XTUd #partner
CHStoday 🤝 Roper St. Francis Healthcare Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of a product years in the making: CHS Wellness. 📩 Information on our health and well-being has become universal, but the solutions to living your healthiest life remains local. (Read: Less scrolling WebMD, more rolling into yoga classes.) 🧘 Creating better accessibility to finding the best physicians, fitness classes, healthy restaurants, and running routes in your city has the power to get people more involved and improve a city’s overall well being. 🥕💪👟 Through the support of Roper St. Francis Healthcare, CHS Wellness is the first monthly newsletter dedicated to creating more accessible information on practical and relevant wellness topics in Charleston. We’re also looking forward to expanding this offer to other 6AM City markets this year. See today's newsletter: https://bit.ly/3m5eJ0h and learn more about this month's top story, everything you need to know about pickleball in Charleston (including the opening of Crush Yard): https://bit.ly/3xWcCP7. 🏓
Want an insider’s look at some of our city’s most historic and iconic properties? We’ve teamed up with Historic Charleston Foundation to give away a pair of tickets to the 76th annual Festival of Houses and Gardens, happening March 15-April 16. To enter, head over to our Instagram (@CHStoday) now until Monday, March 13 at noon + follow the instructions. One winner will be chosen at random and announced on Tuesday, March 14. 🎉 #partner https://www.instagram.com/p/CpLGcUxJWrC/?hl=en
Happy Thursday, Charleston. Here's today's headlines. Read the full story here ➡️ https://chstoday.6amcity.com/newsletters/july-21-2022-charlestons-best-tourist-attractions-42-million-renovation/
Kayaking + paddle boarding are great ways to explore the Charleston area. Tomorrow is the first day of summer, so we thought it’d only make sense to dive in to a few local spots to get your paddle on in the Holy City. Check out a few local guides, county parks, and public boat landings to explore our waterways at the link in bio. #chstoday //📸: @billy_ellison
A local entrepreneur has quit horsing around. Kyle Kelly, founder of E-Carriage Charleston, recently unveiled a hand-built prototype of the area’s first e-Carriage. This all-electric carriage is an alternative to the horse-drawn rides downtown and is designed to look “classic Charleston” with a modern twist. Tap the link in our bio to find out how it works + learn about the safety features. #chstoday //🎥: Video provided by Kyle Kelly
Happy Sunday, Charleston. We hope you’ve had a chance to get a little R&R this weekend before diving into a brand new week. Anyone else spend part of the day soaking up the sun at Second Sunday like Lexa did? 🙋♀️ Check out this gorgeous drone video of our city captured by @morgan_civ. Each day we’re continuously blown away by the beauty of Charleston, and we know we’re not alone. If you haven’t already, be sure to sign up for our newsletter to get the inside scoop on what’s happening in our city delivered to your inbox each morning. As usual, link in bio. ⚡️ #chstoday //📸: @morgan_civ
CHStoday explored the French Quarter this week and recorded the experience. Think: Indulging in chocolate croissants at Le Chambertin gourmet grocery store + sightseeing at the iconic French Huguenot Church. 🥐
Why did the guinea fowl cross the road? To *bock* traffic downtown. These speckled birds with West African roots somehow ended up South of Broad, often holding up traffic. Have you seen the guinea fowl in CHS? //📸: Holly Hamilton, broker associate, Daniel Island Sotheby’s
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WHAT | CHStoday is the best of what you need to know about Charleston, SC, curated, condensed + kicking off the conversation with our daily email in your inbox at 6AM – and continuing the dialogue on your social feeds all day, every day. WHY | We think our community is pretty rad. Our goal is to aggregate the most important news, stories, words-on-the street, and local happenings and deliver them to you in an easily-digestible, fun-to-read package: CHStoday. Our daily morning newsletter gives you what you need to know to have informed conversations in your community; our social media platforms serve engaging, top-notch content to bolster your dynamic, on-the-go lifestyle in Charleston; and our website pulls it all together, hosting all commentary & content and giving you the opportunity to be part of the conversation. HOW | How do we reach you? Scope our other social feeds and give them a follow: https://instagram.com/chstoday and https://twitter.com/thechstoday, and use hashtag #CHStoday to share your photos, thoughts, ideas and experiences. Ready to do this? Subscribe to CHStoday newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/czoVnf. WHO | CHStoday is produced for the community by members of the community. YOU: Engaged, passionate, active, educated, diverse, established, and awesome. US: Yes, we are real, live humans who live, eat, play, think, drink, work, laugh, make mistakes and accomplish things in Charleston. (Drop us a note: http://thechstoday.com. We’d love to chat.)
