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Charleston, South Carolina schools get new hybrid bus to help reduce pollution

Charleston, South Carolina schools get new hybrid bus to help reduce pollution

The State of South Carolina is working to cut pollution from older diesel vehicles like school buses. To that end, they are introducing “hybrid” buses that run on diesel and electricty. Two of those buses are going to be hitting... (Continue reading)

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Largest South Carolina cargo ship to ever dock in South Carolina makes it to Charleston, SC

Largest South Carolina cargo ship to ever dock in South Carolina makes it to Charleston, SC

The largest cargo ship to ever dock anywhere in South Carolina is resting in the calm waters of Charleston, SC. The Mediterranean Shipping Company’s “MSC” Rita is a 1,065 foot long cargo ship and this was its inaugural port call.... (Continue reading)

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Charleston Snapshot of the Day: Mr. Statue of Liberty

Charleston Snapshot of the Day: Mr. Statue of Liberty

Male Version of Statue of Liberty, Charleston, S.C. If we had a male version of the Statue of Liberty in the Charleston harbor what would he look like? The clever folks at Blue Ion leaked the art work above on their web... (Continue reading)

Charleston Snapshot of the Day: Coffee brewing at Hope & Union

Charleston Snapshot of the Day: Coffee brewing at Hope & Union

199 St. Philip St., Charleston, S.C. Hope & Union is the stylish new coffee shop on St. Philip St. I mentioned in an earlier post that I had a picture taken of the gate to the property long before it... (Continue reading)

SC Stingrays Dog Days of Winter Heats Up for Pet Helpers

SC Stingrays Dog Days of Winter Heats Up for Pet Helpers

On January 10, South Carolina hockey hopes to score big for local cats and dogs in need during the Stingrays Dog Days of Winter.  Fans are encouraged to bring their canine hockey fans out to the... (Continue reading)

Charleston’s “Fido…Fat to Fit” A Canine Fitness Challenge

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Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at 9:30am to Monday, April 5, 2010 at 12:30pm Charleston SC According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, OVER 50% of dogs in the U.S. are overweight. Overweight animals face the same threatening health conditions as... (Continue reading)

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Charleston Snapshots: When it rains…

Charleston Snapshots: When it rains...

Charleston, S.C. Soggy everything! This is one of those days when I am simply happy to make it home. I check the tide chart and calculate my route carefully. Then, I can’t resist wading out in the mucky soup with my... (Continue reading)

Come Discover the Magic of 20 Years! Holiday Festival of Lights At James Island County Park

Come Discover the Magic of 20 Years! Holiday Festival of Lights At James Island County Park

November 13, 2009 – January 3, 2010 James Island County Park Let the spirit of the season embrace you as you create lasting memories with friends and family at the 20th annual Holiday Festival of Lights. Remember the way it felt when you... (Continue reading)

Toilet Humor

Toilet Humor

Ridgeville, S.C. A man decides to take the opportunity while his wife is away to paint the toilet seat. The wife comes home sooner than expected, sits, and gets the seat stuck to her rear. She is understandably distraught about this... (Continue reading)

Lowcountry High Rollers 2010 Calendar Release!!!

Lowcountry High Rollers 2010 Calendar Release!!!

Various businesses around Charleston and your favorite derby girl! ATTENTION ROLLER DERBY FANS: 15-Month 2010-2011 Lowcountry High Rollers Pin-Up Calendar, available Saturday, December 19th Get 15 months of the most devious and decadent women on skates featuring hair and make-up by our... (Continue reading)

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