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Sexism, the Republican Debate, and Donald Trump

I watched the Republican Debate last night not only for entertainment value (drink every time someone mentions Ronald Reagan!), but also to stay informed. And also, honestly… out of pure confusion. How is Donald Trump ACTUALLY the front-runner to be the Republican Candidate for the upcoming Presidential Election?

DIY Wedding Contest

The results are in! Now's your chance to pick the winner of the Charleston Grit DIY Wedding Contest.

10 Best Outdoor Happy Hours in Downtown Charleston

Check out 10 of our favorite downtown places to beat the heat with a cold drink for happy hour.

Charleston Grit Confessional at Kulture Klash 8

Getting down and dirty with hosts the Cocktail Bandits

Protesters NOT Shutting Down Ravenel Bridge

Charleston City Paper reported that protesters described as "an offshoot" of Black Lives Matter Charleston would be shutting down the Ravenel Bridge at 4pm. However, for unknown reasons, the protest has been called off.

Pointa.TV Encourages Skate Culture in Charleston

Inspired by the independent film community, streaming service Pointa.TV brings skate videos to shops, restaurants, and bars around the Southeast.

Weekend Picks 3/20–3/22

Grit-worthy Charleston events 3/20–3/22. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Weekend Picks 3/13–3/15

Grit-worthy Charleston events 3/13–3/15. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Weekend Picks 3/6–3/8

Grit-worthy Charleston events 3/6–3/8. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Weekend Picks 2/27–3/1

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/27–3/1. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Weekend Picks 2/20–2/22

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/20–2/22. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Creative Mornings Charleston

How you do get a bunch of young creatives out of bed before 8:00 a.m.? Good coffee and Creative Mornings.

Weekend Picks 2/13–2/14

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/13–2/14. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Weekend Picks 2/6–2/8

Grit-worthy Charleston events 2/6–2/8. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Weekend Picks 1/30–2/1

Grit-worthy events 1/30–2/1. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Weekend Picks 1/23–1/25

Grit-worthy events 1/23–1/25. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Local Exposure: A Night at the Underwear Comedy Party

Zack Mills watches local and regional comedians take off their clothes and proceeds to laugh—a lot.

Weekend Picks 1/16–1/18

Grit-worthy events 1/16–1/18. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

Want to Move Your Resume to the Top of the Stack?

Scott Carpenter, community manager of Yelp Charleston, explains how volunteering at Charleston Fashion Week gave him the tools necessary to land a new gig.

Weekend Picks 1/9–1/11

Grit-worthy events 1/9–1/11. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

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