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👀 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.

More tours this way

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Workshop on retirement strategies focusing on tax reduction.

Events

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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

Development

Work on downtown’s forthcoming Four Seasons Hotel is expected to get underway 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 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. 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.

Shop

From Friday, Sept. 18 through Sunday, Sept. 20 the Vintage Market Days of Charleston will return to the Charleston Area Convention Center. The event will feature 100+ vendors and free parking. Get your tickets. (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 to see how many birds crossed overnight, or follow along on the live map.

Legacy

The funeral and celebration of life for Joseph F. Rice, also known as Joe, will be held 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 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 (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.*

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Post of the Day

Firefighters assist cat in storm drain in a suburban neighborhood, highlighting a caring rescue.

Post via @mountpleasantgov

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 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.

You can rescue a cat too

The Buy

53% off a great pair of Steve Madden pointed toe flats. Choose from soft black leather or brown suede + style your choice with a variety of outfits, from polished workwear to weekend-ready looks.

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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.

You still have time to grab a ticket 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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