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Philip Blanda
Nov 25, 20248 min read
Being a police officer in today's society
by Philip Blanda Ever wonder what the career of a police officer would be like? I think the same thing. But being in law enforcement...
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Susannah Blount
Apr 27, 20241 min read
Fighting the gender imbalance at College of Charleston
By Susannah Blount Among the cobblestone streets and historic charm of Charleston, South Carolina, lies the College of Charleston,...
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willjacobs22307
Apr 27, 20245 min read
What does new Charleston Mayor William Cogswell have in store for Holy City development?
By Will Jacobs CHARLESTON - William S. Cogswell Jr. is the first Republican mayor in Charleston in more than 150 years. And he has...
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Chaela Morris
Apr 24, 20241 min read
Time for Holy City tourists to really know Charleston's history
by Chaela Morris Charleston was founded in 1670 and until 1865, African Americans were kept as slaves. Charleston has since blossomed...
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Laurie Volkmann
Apr 18, 20244 min read
Charleston hospitality second to none
By Vishnu Volate The Charleston area has experienced unprecedented development since 2020, most drastically in the hospitality and...
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morriscm1
Apr 18, 20242 min read
How can Charleston adapt to increasing demand for walkable communities?
By Chaela Morris Americans want to live in walkable communities, according to a 2023 National poll, and the same holds true for...
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Haley Lovin
Apr 18, 20243 min read
Major issues arise in Charleston thanks to growing population
By Haley Lovin CHARLESTON, S.C. - As Charleston continues to rack up accolades as one of the best cities in the country, namely for its...
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Ari Yoder
Apr 18, 20244 min read
College of Charleston students struggle with housing options
by Ari Yoder Image of Downtown Charleston courtesy of Andrew Shelley As Charleston’s vibrancy continues to evolve, so does its draw for...
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Phillip Blanda
Apr 17, 20242 min read
Charleston submerged in severe flooding crisis
by Phillip Blanda Charleston experienced 27 floods rated moderate or higher last year - defined as water levels at 7.5 feet in the harbor...
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Natalie Matthews
Apr 17, 20242 min read
Attention spans lacking in schools, teachers say
By Natalie Matthews CHARLESTON, S.C. - Cheryl Jones, Extended Day Coordinator at Blessed Sacrament Catholic School in Charleston, misses...
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Frank Schiavo
Apr 17, 20242 min read
Charleston's traffic troubles grow
by Frank Schiavo Lori McKeon makes her commute from Summerville to Charleston along I-26 every day, which in recent years has been a...
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Blakelyn Faia
Dec 10, 20231 min read
Longtime downtown second-hand shop keeping vintage alive
by Blakelyn Faia Joan Graf, the cool force behind Exchange Factor, has been keeping Charleston stylish for three decades now. The store...
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mcinernyhw
Dec 10, 20231 min read
Charleston's 'rentquake' taking a toll on locals
by Henry McInerny Housing rent rose an average of 10.4% in South Carolina in 2022, according to RentHub.com. And this is making it tough...
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Madeline Canipe
Dec 7, 20231 min read
Why Charleston keeps getting ranked the No. 1 city in U.S.
From the friendly people to the history to the amazing food, both locals and tourists have no trouble understanding why Charleston is...
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hailemd
Dec 7, 20231 min read
Local med spa's free deal to CofC sorority members a big hit
by Madison Haile Magnolia Med Spa, a new edition to Broad Street, welcomed College of Charleston sorority girls with open arms and a deal...
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abbeyfc23
Dec 1, 20231 min read
Charleston residents express concerns for new bike lane
by Abbey Curtis Small roads and heavy traffic create safety issues downtown. Downtown Charleston roads were identified as some of the...
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Andy Gilles
Nov 30, 20231 min read
Do you know what to do when bad storms are near?
Deciphering information to be weather-ready may be harder than you think by Andy Gilles It turns out, that even with Charleston, South...
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Lizzie Shanahan
Nov 29, 20234 min read
What is it really like to own a restaurant in Charleston?
by Lizzie Shanahan Charleston, South Carolina, is a charming city filled with beautiful architecture, historic buildings, and great...
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Molly Rion
Nov 15, 20233 min read
Charleston's hidden gems, neighborhood eateries according to CofC foodies
by Molly Rion Charleston is renowned for its vibrant food scene, where Southern hospitality meets culinary creativity. Ranked No. 6 in...
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Madeline Canipe
Nov 12, 20233 min read
Is 'Southern Charm' good or bad for the city of Charleston?
by Madeline Canipe CHARLESTON, SC - “He’s got money, he’s in magazines. He’s got more honey than any honeybee.” If you aren’t familiar...
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