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May 01 2024 |
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We’re chatting about the Charleston Chew — a chewy nougat candy bar with a milk chocolate coating. Say that five times fast.
Is the Charleston Chew related to the Holy City? Yes and no. Fox-Cross Candy Company made the Charleston Chew in 1925, naming it after the Charleston dance craze. This lively jig is believed to have originated on the coast of Charleston, inspired by a dance called the “Juba.” Swing into the history of the Charleston dance here.
In 1957, Nathan Sloane bought Fox-Cross Candy Company and made history as the first candy maker to suggest freezing the candy to enjoy it in a new way. “Charleston Chew crack” became popular — made by freezing the treat and then smashing it to enjoy the little frozen bites.
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Chew with a view. | Photo by CHStoday |
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What you may not know: There are three different flavors — strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla. How will you ever chews? Maybe we can help. We tried each one and rated them out of five with candy bar emojis. |
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Chews a flavor. | Photo by CHStoday |
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Where to get them in town: You can pick up these sweet treats at OMG! Candy Store on King Street. We also spotted them in a bowl for customers at julep boutique across from Harken Cafe. They come in minis, rollers, small bars, and originals (FYI, the original size is pretty big).
Tear into one of those sunshine yellow wrappers for a little extra sweetness this spring. |
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Today
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Garden Tour at the Heyward-Washington House | Tues., April 12 | 4-4:30 p.m. | The Heyward-Washington House, 87 Church St. | Free with admission | Step back in time during a tour of this historic garden inspired by the landscaping of the late 1700s and explore the Heyward-Washington House.
Wednesday -
Paint & Sip @ Palmetto Brewing Co: Spring Birch Trees | Wed., April 13 | 7-9 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Company, 289 Huger St. | $35 | Paint birch trees at Charleston’s first brewery with step-by-step instructions from For the Love of Art — your first pint is on the house. 🎨
Thursday -
Live Under The Oaks | Thurs., April 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Dr., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Spring is in full swing — enjoy live outdoor music by David Higgins + visit the Xperience Kulture food truck.
Saturday -
Teachers Only Comedy Tour | Sat., April 16 | 8 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St. | $25+ | Calling all educators — grab tickets for uncensored stand-up by comedian Eddie B before they sell out. 🎫
Sunday -
Holy City Farmers Market | Sun., April 17 | 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave., North Charleston | Free | The Holy City Farmers Market is back — pop by to browse local vendors + grab brunch and beer.
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Weather - 80º | Mostly sunny | 7% chance of rain 🌤️
Sunrise + Sunset - Rise: 6:52 a.m.
- Set: 7:49 p.m.
Tide - Low: 11:40 a.m. + 11:58 p.m.
- High: 5:13 a.m. + 5:47 p.m.
Coming Soon -
A new freestanding emergency room is coming to 945 Folly Rd. across from Calvary Baptist Church on James Island. The 13,000 sqft facility is expected to open in 2023 and will feature a trauma room, diagnostic labs, advanced imaging, telemedicine services + plans to expand access to care in underserved communities. The ER will break ground on April 18. (WCBD)
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Remember Haegur Plant Shop on King Street? The owner of the now-closed store plans to open a new concept this spring. Haegur: A Maker’s Post on Sullivan’s Island will stock
plants, home decor, books,
and artisan goods and host workshops and wine tastings at 2019-B Middle St. by The Obstinate Daughter. Stay tuned for more details. 🛍️ (Charleston Magazine)
Civic -
Mount Pleasant Waterworks is updating its 500,000-gallon elevated water storage tank as part of a
$438,230 rehabilitation project. Efforts include reinforcing the tank and adding Town of Mount Pleasant and Mount Pleasant Waterworks logos. The project is expected
to be completed in June + you can spot the new designs while crossing the Ravenel Bridge. FYI: Water service will not be disrupted.
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new mobile payment option — eliminating the need for paper bus passes — is now available for Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority + TriCounty Link riders.
It’s pretty simple: Download the Token Transit app, buy a bus pass, then hold your phone near the Token Transit validators on CARTA and TriCounty Link buses. 🚌
Sports - The Charleston Open crowned its 2022 champion over the weekend. Olympic gold medalist Belinda Bencic from Switzerland took home the title on Sunday after outlasting opponent Ons Jabeur at the
newly-renovated Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island. 🎾 (WCBD)
Health -
Calling all Charleston County nonprofits — if you spent money on pandemic relief, you can apply for one-time relief funding of up to $50,000. There will be a virtual application workshop for The Nonprofit Pandemic Relief Grant tomorrow at 3 p.m. — get the workshop link + apply here by May 13. (Holy City Sinner)
Active - The Citadel Bulldog Challenge is back —
and it’s not your average 10K. On Sat., April 23, participants will face tire flips, a simulated casualty evacuation,
an obstacle course, and a mud pit during this race in downtown Charleston. Register here, that is, if you think you can handle it. 💪 (The Citadel Today)
Cause - Camp Artism — a creative art camp for artists with autism ages 12+ — is taking place in Charleston for the first time now through Saturday on the CSU campus. The event will include
underwater photography, video editing,
and interactive activities in a peer-focused art environment. Check out the event schedule. 📷
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In case you missed it, a new church is being added to the Holy City skyline. In February, a 90-ft copper spire was placed on top of a 90-ft tower as part of the ongoing construction of Saint Clare of Assisi Catholic Church on Daniel Island.
According to the church, lifting the spire was like lifting an eight-story building — watch it happen here. Once completed, Saint Clare of Assisi will be the largest new church in SC and the sixth tallest in the City of Charleston — peep the rendering. 👀
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Editor's pick: As a beach gal, I’ve always loved manatees. Coastal Expeditions guides recently spotted the first manatee of the season in Shem Creek — watch the video of this sea cow grazing on seagrasses.
You can book a guided kayak tour with this local company — it's a great way to safely spot manatees. Boaters, remember: Drive slow in creeks while these gentle giants roam the waterways.
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