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12 articlesRecent coverage of Charleston from local and regional media.
Charleston County to spend $10M on largest greenbelt project yet
Charleston County will spend $10 million in a partnership with the State Conservation Bank to buy the 2,364 acres near Adams Run for a state forest and public park. The post Charleston County to spend $10M on largest greenbelt project yet appeared fi...
Nov 13, 2026Cultural icons share thanks for local arts scene
Even in a city renowned for its embrace of the arts, it’s true that Charleston’s artists and practitioners confront plenty of challenges – insufficient funding, scarce studio space and even ideologues who meddle in their artistic expression. The post...
Nov 13, 2026New bike-ped bridge on track for summer 2027 completion
Ashley River Crossing, the long-awaited bike-pedestrian bridge spanning the Ashley River between downtown Charleston’s hospital district and West Ashley, is getting closer to completion, with elements starting to appear over the water. The post New b...
Nov 13, 2026CP Video — Royally Flocked: 11/13/26
The Nov. 13, 2026, issue of the Charleston City Paper outlines concerns about Flock cameras regarding privacy and more. Herb Frazier tells the story of an inmate in prison 31 years over two armed thefts worth $923. The post CP Video — Royally Flocke...
Nov 13, 2026Royally Flocked: South Carolinians debate future of surveillance cameras
Perhaps the surest sign of success for any company is when its name becomes synonymous with the product it sells. Think Band Aids. Or Kleenex. Or, more controversially, Flock, whose cameras have become the latest flashpoint in America’s — and South C...
Nov 13, 2026Proposed $67B Dominion-NextEra merger prompts North Charleston customers to weigh in
Dominion customers packed a North Charleston meeting to challenge the proposed $67B merger with NextEra, questioning fairness and bill impacts. Critics cite smaller SC credits than VA and demand stronger protections.
Nov 13, 2026Charleston planners to show ways to connect Union Pier to downtown
The city and community partners are meeting Thursday to discuss connecting the 65-acre Union Pier site to the City of Charleston.
Nov 12, 2026Charleston County School District to hold McClellanville town hall Thursday
Parents, students and community members will have a chance to speak directly with Charleston County School District leaders during a town hall meeting in McClellanville.The district is holding the meeting at Saint
Nov 12, 2026Charleston leaders consider higher parking fines for violations
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Charleston drivers who overstay at parking meters, linger too long in residential districts or park illegally in disabled spaces could soon face higher fines as city leaders weigh whet...
Nov 11, 2026Star Gospel Mission to take over Charleston Hope Center, expand services
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Star Gospel Mission will take over the work of Charleston’s Hope Center and plans to expand services for people experiencing homelessness, the organizations and the city announced.The ...
Nov 11, 2026Charleston, S.C., Names a New Chief Information Officer
Charleston, S.C., Names a New Chief Information Officer GovTech
Nov 11, 2026Charleston City Council to vote on $495,000 bluestone sidewalk contract
The Charleston City Council is scheduled to vote Tuesday night on a $495,000 contract for the first phase of repairs to bluestone sidewalks on Broad Street.
Nov 10, 2026