Transportation

Why I Could See Myself Using Holy Spokes

Another way to get around the city! Read what's up with Charleston's new bike share: can you see yourself on these holy spokes?

CARTA Gets a New Addition for a New Year

Take a ride on the cool side, CARTA's cool side

Event Spotlight: Art on the Beach & Chefs in the Kitchen

This Sunday, tour beautiful coastal homes on Sullivan's Island and take in some local art and food.

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.

Southern Ground Music & Food Festival Preview

The Zac Brown Band brings their homegrown music festival back for its fifth year in a new springtime slot.

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.

Catching Waves with Isla Surf School

What happens when your passion also becomes your business? Ask Peter Melhado of Isla Surf School where it's all about balance.

Navigating Charleston's Food Deserts

A humbling reminder of Charleston's disparity in healthy food access

Confessions of an Uber Driver

Need cash? Own a car? Consider driving for Uber. But not before reading this interview for the inside scoop on what it's like to partner with the service in Charleston.

Broe Talks Poe

Dancefx Charleston's executive director discusses upcoming Edgar Allan Poe–inspired dance concert

Uber + Cab Drivers State Their Positions on South Carolina Controversy

Opinions on Uber have been divided in South Carolina since the state Public Service Commission demanded the company stop operations two weeks ago. Listen in on what two drivers have to say.

Uber Surge Prices Take Customers by Surprise

The popular ride-sharing app faced backlash from customers when their rates increased tenfold on Halloween night.

Charleston Welcomes Same-Sex Marriage Event

We are happy to announce that the Holy City is hosting a same-sex wedding event this summer! Learn more about the AFFA fundraiser, "Say A Big, Gay ‘I Do’ To A Charleston Destination Wedding" here.

Going Ham Over The Wienermobile

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile comes to town, Nate Anderson meets some hot-doggers, writes some emails, and nearly loses his mind as he gets the opportunity to step inside the belly of the beast.

Is the Rickshaw Sting Right or Just Ridiculous?

Is the sting on Charleston's rickshaw drivers right or just plain ridiculous? We leave it to YOU to decide.

Ouch! Grit Blogger Schools Servatius

In today's City Paper, cycling advocate Stephanie Hunt responded to an article that, two weeks ago, roused (mostly) a collective "huh?" from readers. Can her logic hush the histrionics?

Destination: Greenville

So it wasn't the relaxing getaway we imagined (thanks to a towed car and lost keys), but our weekend trip to Greenville had some highlights—like enjoying tales told by a native and a bite of Bavaria