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Country music legend Dolly Parton brought her Pure & Simple Tour to the North Charleston Coliseum and proved why, even at 70, she's a force to be reckoned with.

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.

From the Leftist Christian to the Socially Conscious Anarchist: The People’s Solidarity Society

“When you criminalize the poor, this is class war!” The Peoples Solidarity Society held a protest against the new law banning pan handling in Charleston, SC. The new ordinance prohibits anyone — including panhandlers, people collecting money for charities, handing out religious fliers or selling newspapers — from passing items to or from the occupant of a vehicle on a roadway in a traffic lane.

Jenny Kleiman

"We are a team and that's what makes this work. Building a brand and company is really about learning to share."

Police Brutality Against African Americans: A Historical Perspective

If you think that the shooting death of Walter Scott is an isolated incident, then it's time to take a look at the history of black Charleston.

Protesters NOT Shutting Down Ravenel Bridge

Charleston City Paper reported that protesters described as "an offshoot" of Black Lives Matter Charleston would be shutting down the Ravenel Bridge at 4pm. However, for unknown reasons, the protest has been called off.

The Pink Floyd Experience: THE Show For The Ultimate Pink Floyd Fan

Truth be told, I had my doubts about this band. It is no easy feat to take on the legendary lights, music, and theatrics of the band that made history with their intensely conceptual and psychedelic multimedia events. However, I was pleasantly surprised.

Low Carb Apple Cider Donuts

It may still be 90 degrees here in Chucktown, but that doesn't mean fall hasn't arrived. Try out this low carb and gluten free recipe perfect for autumn mornings.

It’s Not Seduction

One in four college-aged women is date raped or experiences an attempted date rape while in school. And, unlike CeeLo Green, we've got our facts straight about what goes on behind the bedroom door.

July 19, 2013

Plus! Grit's 5 first-rate ideas for fighting this week's vicious news cycle and July-in-Charleston humidity (shark-hunting and ice cream cakes, anyone?)

Is Freedom Really This Complicated?

Let freedom ring? The venomous chants and social media slamming don't represent the clear tone of the bell I would imagine freedom sounds like... Why silence isn't necessarily weakness

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