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“We have a state that’s changing demographically and culturally” Noble explained, “and we need a leader who is able to work with both sides of government to achieve new results”.

Rock Out to a Rolling Stones Tribute Band Memorial Day

Jam on the Water to feature English rockers tribute Saturday, May 25th.

The Holiday Season, Scheduled

Need a little guidance on where to put your attention this holiday season? Check out our curated list of holiday picks.

Southbound Exhibit Includes Several Don't-Miss Events

The Halsey's Southbound exhibit includes beautiful photography, but also a slew of engaging events throughout the run of the exhibit.

Essay: Small Town Resilience in the Face of Hurricane Florence

The Clash's lyrics say it best: "Should I stay or should I go now?/ If I go, there will be trouble/ And if I stay it will be double"

Eagle Rare’s Rare Life Award: Nominations are open!

The nominations are still open! Vote now!

Where to Watch the Sunset in Charleston

Charleston is known for many things: from history to entertainment, dull is one thing the city is not. Every night, the sun puts on a show over the harbor and lights up the sky for residents to share in awe. Most of us can admit to slyly pulling out our phones to snap the perfect shot. Where is the best place to do that in my opinion (with some help)?

Take Me Out To The Ball Game!

Charleston RiverDogs Opening Day opens the gates for new stadium treats and a birthday celebration!

James E. Campbell: Charleston’s Very Own Activist Educator

Places like the Avery Research Center play a key role in preserving the history of individuals like Campbell for future generations.

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- 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.

Oh Whit!

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

Baseball in the Holy City is back, finally

Our national pastime returns on April 7.

Charleston International Film Festival Gala

Sunday night filmmakers, screenwriters, and directors from all over the country gathered at the Charleston Music Hall to celebrate the winners of this year’s film festival. From the moment I walked in the door it was apparent that I was among a group of talented and intelligent artists.

The Charleston Mayoral Race

On November 3rd, 2015, the people of Charleston will do something that has not been done since 1975: go vote in a mayoral race that won’t have Joseph P. Riley, Jr. on the ballot. For this historical election, I decided to research the candidates to discover more about them, and determine who were my top choices and who I felt needed one more four year term before winning the hottest seat in town.

Thanks Joe!

How, in a city that is heavily stratified by race, income, and history, can one man remain in power so long and remain so beloved? We say thank you to Mayor Joe Riley for forty years of service.

Ginny Deerin—Will she be Charleston's first female mayor and South Carolina's first LGBT mayor?

If Ginny Deerin is successful in her upcoming bid to be Charleston, South Carolina’s next mayor, she will make history, becoming Charleston’s first female mayor and South Carolina’s first LGBT mayor.

Grit Picks for your Weekend, July 17-19

A roundup of events this weekend, July 17-19

#CharlestonShooting: Race, Religion, and Guns

The shooting at Emanuel AME Church was a hate crime—and we need to talk about race.

The Failures of US Public Schooling: Past and Present

As the community continues to advocate on behalf of the future of Burke High School, it's important to draw on the lessons of past educational movements and their failings.

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