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Sunrise 7 a.m. | Sunset 7:32 p.m.

High tides 8:06 a.m. + 8:26 p.m. | Low tide 2:07 p.m.

👀 Get an inside look at history

Tour guide gestures while speaking with a couple beside an ornate garden gate, lush tropical plants, and a black-and-white tiled courtyard.
Get a new persecutive on history and take a step inside businesses and private residences. | Photo by Justin Falk Photography, courtesy of Preservation Society of Charleston

Next month, The Preservation Society’s 50th annual Fall Tours will return. This is your chance to explore Charleston’s unique cultural and architectural heritage. Think walking tours, house and garden tours, and exclusive in-depth tours of neighborhoods and homes across the city. Insider’s Tours: See businesses and private residences typically closed to the public. Hard Hat Tour on Sullivan's Island: Tour preserved homes, new beachfront properties, and historic sites.
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Events

Thursday, Sept. 10

Bird Photography <[link removed]> | 6-8 a.m. | Cooper River County Park, North Charleston | $20"Up, Up & Read!" A Children's Literacy Festival <[link removed]> | Thursday, Sept. 10-Saturday, Sept. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Charleston Library Society | FreeMusic in the Parks <[link removed]> | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Magnolia Park and Community Garden | FreePark & Grove Autumn Markets <[link removed]> | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Park & Grove | Price of purchaseHalls Restaurant Week <[link removed]> | Times vary | Thursday, Sept. 10-Tuesday, Sept. 22 | Hall Management Group Restaurants | Price of purcahseFriday, Sept. 11

Remembering 9/11 <[link removed]> | Horn to sound at 8:46 a.m., 9:03 a.m., 9:37 a.m., 9:59 a.m., 10:03 a.m., and 10:28 a.m. | Patriots Point, Mount Pleasant | Free with admission + first responders receive free admissionThai Street Food Workshop <[link removed]> | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Chef's Collective | $135Singles Night at The Broken Leash <[link removed]> | 7-9 p.m. | Broken Leash Dog Park & Bar, North Charleston | Free entryDancing on the Cooper <[link removed]> | 7-10 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Pier | $10+Saturday, Sept. 12

Operation Neighborhood: Orleans Woods <[link removed]> | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Willie Gaines Playground | FreeLowcountry Boil Bowl: Charleston Southern vs. The Citadel <[link removed]> | 6-9 p.m. | Johnson Hagood Stadium | $20+Low Tide Festival <[link removed]> | 3 p.m. | Riverfront Park, North Charleston | $99Park Circle Oktoberfest 2026 <[link removed]> | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Park Circle Pavilion, North Charleston | $17+
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News Notes
Elegant garden courtyard with lush landscaping, a large tree surrounded by manicured shrubs, and a wall-mounted water fountain covered in ivy. The building features tall arched windows, green shutters, and soft green awnings over ground-level windows.
Amenities will include restaurants, an outdoor pool, full-service spa, and 7,000 sqft of event space. | Renderings courtesy of Strategic Property Partners <[link removed]>
Development

Work on downtown’s forthcoming Four Seasons Hotel is expected to get underway <[link removed]> before the year ends. Hoar Construction was chosen as general contractor for the state’s first hotel from the luxury brand, with the company aiming to wrap up the project by 2030. (The Post and Courier)Civic

This month, Charleston County will request bids <[link removed]> for the Highway 41 expansion project. Once the bidding period ends, the next steps include council voting on a construction firm to take the job, with work expected to start in early 2027. (The Post and Courier)Announced

The Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission is the new owner of the Sol Legare boat landing <[link removed]>. Fun fact: The landing provides boat access to the Stono River. The commission says it purchased the four-acre James Island property to make it public and protect the waterfront space, and it plans to expand parking.Ranked

No. 2 — that’s where Yelp and Lyft say Charleston lands on the list of Top 20 Foodie Cities for 2026 <[link removed]>.Shop

From Friday, Sept. 18 through Sunday, Sept. 20 the Vintage Market Days of Charleston will return <[link removed]> to the Charleston Area Convention Center. The event will feature 100+ vendors and free parking. Get your tickets <[link removed]>. (Holy City Sinner)Outdoors

Look who’s flying through. Most migrating birds make their moves at night, and BirdCast uses weather radar to track migration across the US in near real time. Check South Carolina’s migration dashboard <[link removed]>to see how many birds crossed overnight, or follow along on the live map <[link removed]>.Legacy

The funeral and celebration of life for Joseph F. Rice, also known as Joe, will be held <[link removed]> on Monday, Sept. 14 at the Charleston Gaillard Center. The co-founder of Motley Rice in Mount Pleasant and University of South Carolina graduate and benefactor died last Thursday, Sept. 3. He was 72. (The Post and Courier)Asked

Do you know what impact taxes will have on your retirement fund? Find out at this free Taxes in Retirement event <[link removed]> on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at Trident Technical College.*Wellness

A little extra hydration can go a long way. Charleston Medical Spa’s quarterly special includes $100 IV Therapy <[link removed]> (a $75 savings), with options like Get Up and Go, Inner Beauty, or Immunity Booster. Psst... You can also add Vitamin B, Vitamin B Lipo, or Peptides. Get the details <[link removed]>.*Featured Deal

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Post of the Day
Firefighters assist cat in storm drain in a suburban neighborhood, highlighting a caring rescue.
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Pumpkin is on the mind of the Mount Pleasant Fire Department crews, and not just because of the fall treat flavor that is popping up around town.It’s because that’s the name of their newest feline friend who needed a lift <[link removed]> out of a storm drain. This situation ended in a sweet reunification story after the crew safely freed him and got Pumpkin back to his owner.
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The Wrap
🎉 Congrats to the RiverDogs he for an exciting ten-inning victory over the Hickory Crawdads in game one, and congrats to our giveaway winners <[link removed]>.You still have time to grab a ticket <[link removed]> and help pack The Joe as you cheer the team on in game two of the Carolina League South Division Series. First pitch is at 7:05 p.m.

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