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December 02 2024

Tell me you’re from CHS without telling me…

There is a certain pride that comes with living or growing up in Charleston. Often, it manifests itself in quirky ways, like specific city knowledge, trends, and colloquialisms. Think: What is proper etiquette when walking down King Street? We’ll get into that.

If you happen to be lucky enough to be from the Holy City, here are a few unwritten rules you may know to be true submitted by readers on Instagram + through email — and if you’re not from Charleston, you might want to save this article for future reference.

Aerial view of downtown on a sunny day in the Lowcountry | Photo by @rivandroephoto

“Never talk politics at Happy Hour. Always discuss the weather.” – Reader Ken B.

“During rainy season, keep an eye on the tide charts when planning to drive through downtown.” – Reader Erin C.

“Don’t be using the horn when driving unless it’s an absolute emergency and even then, probably don’t use the horn.” – Anon Reader

“Handwritten thank you notes are a must!” – Reader Ellen D.

“King Street sidewalks:

2 wide maximum each direction
Keep to a side, not the middle
Keep it moving” – @coach_nick_kinzel

“Keep an eye out for the one-way streets 👏” – @charleston_food_spot

“Don’t have any part of your tires on the asphalt when you park at the beach … $50 parking ticket automatically (might be higher now).” – @thejoelsario

“Don’t feed the seagulls!” – @holycityglass

“When the [Krispy Kreme] hot sign is on, you always have to stop…” – @stan_kablick

“Always have an umbrella during the summer, regardless of the forecast ☔” – @kateringram

“When merging on to 17 N. from Coming St. downtown, KEEP moving! Change lanes LATER!” – @eruss28

“You don’t have to pay the meter on Sundays!” – @charleston_food_spot

“East Bay from the aquarium to Harris Teeter is a 2 lane street, but it only fits one car.” – @notcharliehabakus

“Shop local. Support local. Eat local…” – @jeanneaeverett

Use the buttons below to share this story with your friends and family who were born and raised in the Holy City or someone who could use a Charleston rule book.

EVENTS

Today

2022 MLK Day Parade | Mon., Jan. 17 | 12 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Commemorate MLK Day with a pre-recorded parade featuring floats, walking groups, bands, a media stand, and live commentary by TV anchors — tune into WCBD News 2 to watch.
King Day at the Dome | Mon., Jan. 17 | 10 a.m. | Virtual | This annual event hosted by SC NAACP will welcome Leon Russell, chairman of the NAACP National Board of Directors, as the keynote speaker.

Tuesday

Music Bingo | Tue., Jan. 18 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Estuary Beans and Barley, 3538 Meek’s Farm Rd., Johns Island | Free | Match the songs on your card with music from a DJ to receive a prize + sip on local brews on the outdoor patio. 🍻

Wednesday

Barn Jam | Wed., Jan. 19 | 6-10 p.m. | Awendaw Green, 4853 N. Highway 17, Awendaw | $10 | Groove to four local bands + snack on bites from The Roast Bar and Holy City Popcorn — BYOB.

Thursday

Virtual Cooking Class with “It Takes 2 Catering” | Thurs., Jan. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Virtual | $45 | Register for a virtual cooking class to benefit "She's the Veteran" — a local organization working to improve mental health and lead the way on research about medical issues for women veterans.

Friday

The Beaufort Oyster Festival 2022 | Fri., Jan. 21-Sat., Jan. 22 | Times vary | Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, Bay Street, Beaufort | Free | Visit downtown Beaufort for three types of oysters, a food truck, live entertainment + beer and wine. 🦪

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

PLAN YOUR MONTH

Note: COVID-19 protocols are changing rapidly to curb the spread of the Omicron variant in Charleston. Please make sure to check event listing pages + venue websites for the most up-to-date information.

NEWS NOTES

Weather

50º | Mostly sunny | 4% chance of rain

Sunrise + Sunset

Rise: 7:20 a.m.
Set: 5:39 p.m.

Tide

Low: 1:08 a.m. + 1:49 p.m.
High: 7:31 a.m. + 7:47 p.m.

Today Is

Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Today, you can honor the life + legacy of Dr. King by tuning in to the annual King Day at the Dome event at 10 a.m., MLK Day Parade on WCBD News 2 at noon, or learning about his ties to SC.

Civic

Charleston County School District has unveiled proposed changes to its quadrant of the Hampstead Mall — the oldest public green space located in the East Side. The plans include a multi-use athletic field for Early College High School students during the day + open to the public at night and over the weekend. (WCSC)

Real Estate

WRS Real Estate Investments — a Mt. Pleasant real estate firm — recently purchased seven buildings for $13.3 million. The properties are located off of US Hwy. 78 near Summerville, total 91,000 sqft. of space, and are currently 100% leased. (The Post and Courier)

Number

$3.5 million. That's how much Charleston-based legal tech startup Case Status — led by serial entrepreneur Andy Seavers — has raised in venture funding. The funds will be used to continue expansion across the US + Canada and add new hires locally.

Development

Today, the Kiawah Island Community Association will begin nightly construction at the intersection of Green Dolphin Way between the Sanctuary + the Vanderhorst Gate to raise 450 feet of the Island Parkway. Brief delays can be expected over the next two weeks.

Community

Looking for ways to go green in the new year? Starting Jan. 23, City of Charleston residents can recycle food scraps for free at designated drop sites with the new composting pilot program. Organic materials will be sent to the Bees Ferry Compost Facility instead of the landfill — helping the city save up to 15,000 tons of collected waste. Sign up.

Biz

Hampden Clothing has added another Lowcountry location at 747 Meeting St. in the NoMo neighborhood. The internationally recognized boutique plans to use the 7,200 sqft space as an e-commerce + distribution retail office.

Eat

If we could make the perfect snack plate, you can bet we’d include dill pickles, roasted peanuts + kettle corn, just to name a few ideas. Luckily for us, those ingredients are all on sale at Lowes Foods this week.*

Health

Looking for a pediatric doctor? Dr. Ann Gregory Kelly is a Certified Family Medicine Doctor and is ready to see patients at the Palmetto Primary Care Physicians office in Mt. Pleasant.*

Job

We're hiring a Sales Executive to lead our advertising relationships in CHS. This exec would manage the entire CHS territory, identifying and securing new advertising partnerships, and growing existing client relationships — all while earning $100,000+ with unlimited PTO. To be considered or recommend someone, learn more + apply.

Shop

Think: An ultra-lengthening mascara that nourishes, lifts, and defines your lashes the more you use it. Thrive Causemetics’ Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara™ uses a 100% vegan, cruelty-free formula to give you salon-quality lashes without breaking the bank. Bonus: Order now and get 15% off your entire purchase.*

Correction

There are lots of great MLK Day celebrations happening around town, and we got a little mixed up. Tonight’s Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Concert will be held at First Baptist Church on James Island at 5 p.m.

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📸 @charlestonanimalsociety

The Charleston Animal Society has decided to celebrate Betty White’s birthday by honoring her animal advocacy work.

Now through Wednesday, any donation made to the local shelter up to $10k will be matched by Tommy & Paige Hall with the Hall Group.

Check out this video made by the shelter + make a donation. The renowned actress and advocate would have been 100 years old today — happy birthday, Betty. 🎈

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THE WRAP

Editor's pick: My favorite part of the cooler weather is the frequent oyster roasts happening throughout the Holy City. Have you grabbed your tickets for the 2022 Lowcountry Oyster Festival happening on Feb. 6? I know I have. Get yours. 🦪

Missed Friday's newsletter? Check out 35 gluten free + vegan restaurants here.

Today's edition By:

Alexandra

CHStoday Team

Editorial: Alexandra, Tatum, Callie, Kaylee

Sales: Anne

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