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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.

Collective Disparity: Music That Heals

Jared Aaronson, a student at College of Charleston, is creating a sound all his own as a local DJ/producer under the name Collective Disparity—and redefining what it means to have a full plate on his hands.

Weekend Picks 12/12–12/14

Grit-worthy events 12/12–12/14. Trust us, you'll have a blast.

The Prize is More Pie: Champney's Blueberries are here!

This weekend, make the right pick and head over to Champney's Blueberry Farm to berry-pick for a good time, a good pie, and a good cause. The decision is easy, easy as pie.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game, The RiverDogs Ball Game that is!

Hit a home run this summer at Charleston's one and only minor league ballpark where you can enjoy the best in food, drinks, and great entertainment the whole family will love.

The Tents: Charleston Fashion Week. Day 1.

If you haven't gotten your fill of Charleston Fashion Week, how about looking through the brainchild of the entire operation? That's right, here's Ayoka's take on night one of life under the tents.

Give From The Heart This Valentine's Day

Looking to spread the love this Valentine's Day? Give your heart to a great cause by catching "Heartbreak Cabaret" and raise money for some very special children in need at MUSC's Children's Hospital.

Meet the King of Awesomeness... & Other Tidbits From Our Sweaty Holiday Season

How a surprise parade—complete with the Burke High School Marching Band—blew the heat and BA HUMBUG off my Friday. Here's what went down on Calhoun...

Grit's 5 Favorite Holiday Happenings...

We've all closed up shop for the holiday weekend, and will be back blogging on Monday. But we're leaving you with our top 5 picks for upcoming festivities, because get ready: the holidays are ON...

The Best Game of Ball in Town

Heard about the Chas Miracle League? Here's the scoop on the nonprofit baseball league—which brings together children and adults with disabilities, their families, and friends—and why you should play

Run on Folly Beach (and For a Badass Cause)

Enjoy the near-fall weather that's (surely) on its way while helping spread awareness of oral, head, and neck cancer. Get the scoop on Sept. 14's Cancer's A Beach! 5K (and Taco Boy after-party) here

Why Is No One Talking About... Cory’s Grilled Cheese?

How do you start a grilled cheese stand? How do you do it in THIS foodie city? Cory Schwartz knows the secret is tender love and care...and probably bacon. He even gave us a few tips to take home.

My CFW Style Diary: Day 2

The fashion-filled bootcamp continues! Here's the behind-the-scenes breakdown from yesterday—from custom fit duds from Mychael Knight to tales of the over-served at the Rarebit after party

Can Water and Kindness Heal?

Sometimes healing comes from the most unexpected places with the most unexpected people. Mine came from the pool at MUSC and lots of wise folks who've seen more, done more, endured more than I have

All-Star Holiday Design Contest Happens TONIGHT!

Need a super-local way to dress up your door? Head to the Festival of Wreaths tonight at Charleston Place with Grit blogger Chassity Evans, designer Angie Hranowsky, artist Lulie Wallace, and more!

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