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Day of Unity planned for Sunday, June 12th

Join the community in a celebration of unity Sunday following the Riverdog's baseball game. A community concert and live art demonstration is planned for A Day of Unity to benefit the International African American Museum.

Election Season Highlights—Steven Smith, S.C. House District 15

On Tuesday, June 14th, the citizens of Charleston will take to the polls to decide who will win in several key primaries. Here Mr. Steven Smith, Republican candidate for SC State House 15, speaks to Grit Contributor Lorena Jordan on his life and issues.

Election Season Highlights- Russell Guerard, District 110

On Tuesday, June 14th, the citizens of Charleston will take to the polls to decide who will win in several key primaries. Here Mr. Russell Guerard, Republican candidate for SC State House 110, speaks to Grit contributor Lorena Jordan on his life and issues.

Who's your Daddy? — Southern Charm Season 3, Episode 9 Recap

The heir arrives, and lives crash.

Lake Street Dive talks Side Pony and their upcoming show at the Music Farm

Lake Street Dive exploded into the public eye in 2012 with a cover of Michael Jackson’s “I Want You Back.” The YouTube video shows off lead singer Rachel Price’s powerhouse vocals and put the band’s fun-loving vibe on full display; it went viral immediately and now boasts over three million views. Since then, they’ve released two full length albums—Bad Self Portraits and this year’s Side Pony—and they have established themselves as a perennial force in the music world. Recently Charleston Grit had the pleasure of chatting with Lake Street Dive guitarist Mike “McDuck” Olson about their latest album, their upcoming show at the Music Farm June 8th, and Hometeam BBQ—naturally.

The Heat, Oh God, The Heat

The heat sucks, but bad attitudes suck more.

Parker Millsap Wants To Almost-Rock You At Biscuits & Jam

Parker Millsap is sure to make some new fans when he plays the Southern Living Biscuits & Jam Outdoor Concert this Saturday, June 8, at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park.

Wasabi Mount Pleasant: Change the Way You Think About Sushi

Get a true sushi education at Wasabi in Mount Pleasant or Daniel Island.

AME Anniversary: A Talk with Chef BJ Dennis

Gullah chef talks race in Holy City

Oh Whit!

Truth is told, drama unfolds, and a baby is on the way!

The Victor Social Club brings Cuba to Charleston

The American-Cuban relationship is beginning to heat up for the first time in half a century, as a result everyone is abuzz with the prospect of Cuban cigars and rum soaked Cuban vacations. But – you may have to put those Cuban dreams on hold – if you read the fine print, it could take years until full trade is established between the estranged nations and you still need special permits for travel. There is good news though, the fine folks over at The Victor Social Club have the scratch for your Cuban itch.

Living Small—Part 3

Water, water everywhere, and not a drop to drink.

O-Ku Spring Menu

Get the spring stuff AND the perennials for best bet

#IBUtakesZERO

Too good to be true? Two of my favorite places in Charleston are partnering together to start Spoleto’s 40th season off with a bang!

Grace Joyner Offers No Apologies With Maybe Sometimes—In C

If this is any indication of Joyner’s future direction, then Charleston music fans will be fortunate onlookers.

"Baller" Tacos

Food truck offers fresh tacos

Veuve Clicquot Spring Street Party With Charleston Wine + Food

Hurry up and grab your tickets for the collaboration of the spring: Veuve Clicquot and Charleston Wine + Food's Spring Street Party in the Old Village of Mount Pleasant—Friday, May 20, at 5 p.m.

Linville Mountain High - Southern Charm Season 3, Episode 7 Recap

Let's watch our favorite socialites get down in the country!

Gibbes on the Street Combines Spectacle with Great Eats

The 7th annual Gibbes on the Street party, this year Forbidden City-themed and stylized as "The Year of The Gibbes," was a party to be remembered. Bites from great local restaurants such as Cypress, Husk, and The Obstinate Daughter were washed down with featured East-themed cocktails as guests wandered a fantastically decorated Meeting Street block hung with lanterns and even giant golden lions.

5 of Music's Biggest Fashion Statements

Music and fashion go hand in hand. From Elvis and the Rat Pack to Madonna and Gaga music is chockfull of artists doing their best to define trends and make their own signature fashions. Here are five of music’s most legendary fashion statements.