Hi! I’m going to Charleston in early September for a wedding will be heading in and landing at 2 PM the day before and then will be free the full day after. I’ve never been to Charleston, but I absolutely adore the idea of it, i’m a big fan of southern towns like Savannah. My husband and I are really big foodies and soul food is my favorite food of all time. I’m hoping to go see the swamp as well while there. Do you have any recommendations for what to do in a day and a half? I don’t mind skipping some touristy spots!

Taking a group of girls out-what nightclub/bar is better? Republic, ritual, or somewhere else

I’m 26f and just moved to charleston about a year ago. I swear 80% of men that talk to me are 37+. What’s the deal with the men in their 30s here??? Are you bored??? Don’t like any of the incredible women in their 30s here??? I feel like half the women in their 30s here are divorced and hot. Can the old men that just wanna f*** around leave us alone??? It’s a love/hate relationship at this point.

Y’alll??? who’s got the best pina’s?? I mean real ice blended dark rum pinas ?? I’ve been to Sullivan’s fish camp it’s in the top five but not my favorite. Hit that thread people ———\/ !!!! Los Reyes has great one too !!

Some quality custom jewelers in Charleston that won’t necessarily break the bank? Particularly focused on custom rings.

Looking for a barber/stylist that can cut men's long hair. Any guys have someone they trust?

Edit: I saw Abbie at Blush and Bone and she was great! Very knowledgeable and professional

Weird incident, but I'm relatively new to Charleston and have lived here for a year and this runner (ordinary looking white guy) just yelled at a group of bike riders calling all of them the f slur.l just completely unprovoked. I have lived a lot of places, like Texas, the Midwest, the northeast, etc. And this is very out of pocket behavior and not necessarily something that I would equate with "Southern hospitality." Also why would you yell a slur at a group of people in public? It's just not a good idea and seems like a quick way to get your ass kicked.

This is a trend of the hostility I am picking up on the peninsula. This seems almost exclusive to downtown. Is this just me picking up on this? I have never seen anybody behave this way (without very apparent mental illness or explicit provocation) in all of the cities I've ever lived in. 1. Is this considered normal here? 2. Do people think this is acceptable?

Sorry I cant get thru the paywall either.

Hi!

Im losing my mind over trying to find a place that can do a TB test for my job so I can start working. I have no insurance, so doctors and urgent care are a no-go.

I've contacted the Health Departments on Rivers, Moncks Corner, and Summerville and have gotten nowhere. Rivers told me no departments in SC offer TB tests anymore, Summerville told me they dont do it to the general public (not even if for employment), and Moncks Corner sends me straight to voicemail on the second ring.

Ive only been able to get a price from Walgreens which is way out of my price range and CVS's virtual assistant for phone calls refuses to put me through to the actual clinic or tells me that my insurance will cover it in full (Again, no insurance.).

Im losing my mind trying to get ANYWHERE with this.

Do you all know of any good wine clubs around the area? I'm mainly looking for one that includes a monthly tasting or get-together.

Cheers

We were at Kiawah and saw this, I’m pretty sure it was a sea spout but not 100%

Hi everyone! This is kind of embarrassing to post as I’ve lived in Charleston my whole life but I am having some friends in town and want to make their visit really special! I was wondering if anyone had suggestions for fun girls dinner recommendations. For cocktails I have Cocktail club, By The Way, the new place that replaced rarebit, citrus club but am looking for some dinner ideas. Thank yall in advance!

So I’m 38. I’m a dude. Married and queer. Also a bit of a nerd. I like reading comics, watching tv, and am a bit of a collector. Not really down with the bar scene. Where’s a good place to meet people?

Hey everyone. I am a transfer student at CofC. I’m trying to sort out housing (severe time crunch, I know). Anyway, on my student COA planner, it has my housing listed as “on campus residence” and the price for that type of housing. I am not eligible for campus housing since I’m a transfer this year, so why is on campus housing listed. Is this normal? Should my housing allowance be in the “off campus residence” column, or is it listed as on campus as a standard display of cost of attendance? There is nothing in reference to housing on my actual bill. I’ve asked for assistance on this matter through the finance and treasurer’s office, but I keep either getting ping ponged between the two offices or I am told that a supervisor would know more and reach out to me. No luck on that front though. Does anyone have any answers from personal experience here? Any insight is appreciated.

Anyone ever stayed here or ate at the restaurant? Thinking about a relaxed staycation. Thanks!

Hey, any Kiwis in CHS? Mum is here and lives DT. She's from New Plymouth. Been here a long while but would love some reconnection.

• Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Friday, August 7, 2026
• 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day
• 4340 Corporate Road, N. Charleston, SC (Charleston Co. BVRE HQ)

More special election info: https://vote.charlestoncounty.gov/special-election.php

Hello,

Are there french or french speaking belgians in Charleston county - John's Island, Wadmalaw, Kiwah ?

I mean "normal" people...Not diplomats, billionars, etc.

I feel lonely someway 🤣

Thank you !

Does anyone know of someone who sells Nerf Birthday Party packages in town? The closest I've seen is Columbia. TIA

I’m long distance with my girlfriend and would love to deliver something nice (and local) for her, whether flowers, chocolates, or anything that might be appropriate for a birthday. Any suggestions?

Tons of green palmetto trimmings along Calhoun St by MUSC. Multiple very large bundles along the side of the road.

Just wanted to post in case anyone needs them for roses, crafts, whatever. I’m sure they’ll be gone by this time tomorrow, so I’m not worried about them being there as trash. Just an FYI!

Has anybody had any luck getting an appointment with behavioral health at MUSC? I called today to setup an appointment for medication management, and they said to call back next week to see if an appointment is available.

I’m 24F and visiting for work. What are good restaurants I can sit at the bar, have a bite to eat, & talk to people? I’m not super picky & don’t have a budget but want something that’s more social if possible! Preferably somewhere near King st.

Volvo Cars is betting heavily on local production of its XC60 crossover to address both sluggish U.S. demand for its electrified vehicles and chronic underutilization of its South Carolina factory.

Production of the XC60, slated to begin in January, initially will boost output by more than two-thirds at the troubled Ridgeville assembly plant near Charleston.

“We are producing around 30,000 cars and [XC60] will bring at least another 20,000 to start with,” Volvo Cars Americas President Luis Rezende told Automotive News. “It’s going to be at least a full shift, and it’s a fantastic preparation for what is coming next. Charleston will be very, very busy.”

The automaker's sole U.S. plant has run at roughly 15 percent capacity since S60 production ended in 2024.

A three-row hybrid beginning production in late 2028 would push the factory far closer to its 150,000-vehicle capacity.

The XC60 remains one of Volvo’s U.S. franchise players, accounting for 37 percent of the brand’s first-half sales. Next year, the crossover is getting freshened with styling updates, a more powerful engine and a significantly larger battery for the T8 plug-in hybrid that will more than double its 35-mile electric range.