Man sentenced in 2020 murder of missing Charleston woman Celia Sweeney
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A man has been sentenced for the death of Celia Sweeney, a Charleston woman who went missing in 2020 and was later found dead inside a ‘Husky’ container in Spartanburg County. Mark Dwyane Walton, 36, was guilty of accessory after the fact to murder and desecration of human remains by a […]
Smalls Sliders to Slide into North Charleston in January 2026
A new burger joint will slide into the North Charleston area next year. Smalls Sliders, known for its colorful shipping container above the restaurant, will debut at 2280 Ashley Phosphate Rd. in the former Denny’s location, franchise owner Elliott Strott told What Now Charleston. “It’s a vibrant concept and...
Crews to begin demolishing vacant King Street building with collapsed roof
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Crews are set to start tearing down a vacant building in downtown Charleston on Friday after the city approved around $610,000 for demolition to begin. Charleston police and fire crews were called to 1001 King Street on Friday, Oct. 31, where the left side of a vacant building had partially...
New BBQ Sports Bar, Blu Smoke Pit, Opens on Johns Island with Smoked Meats...
Blu Smoke Pit is located at 1804 Crowne Commons Way on Maybank Highway on Johns Island, South Carolina. The restaurant opened after a recent rebranding from Blu Oyster. It now offers a BBQ sports bar concept while keeping some seafood options. The owner, Rick Agius of Black Sheep Hospitality, also operates Garage 75...
Turkey Day Giveaway returns with four events to feed thousands in Charleston area
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — The Humanities Foundation announced Wednesday that they will once again be holding their annual Turkey Day Giveaway, which is a series of community food distribution events that provide Thanksgiving meals to families across the Lowcountry. According to the foundation, with the ongoing...
The Select Restaurant in Downtown Charleston, SC is Closing
Today, The Select in downtown Charleston, South Carolina at 465 Meeting Street has announced they will be closing. No official closing date has been shared in the message. We want to thank and wish the team all the best. Stay connected and subscribe to Charleston Daily. Spread the love. Previous:...
Northern lights dazzle the Lowcountry in stunning colorful display
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — The aurora borealis was shining bright across the Lowcountry Tuesday night, with many residents able to capture bright pink skies and even in some cases, defined auroral arcs in pictures. For those who missed it, good news, predictions say that it is likely that this...
Star Gospel Mission to construct transitional housing for the homeless
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The City of Charleston voted to approve funding for several transitional housing units for people experiencing homelessness on Wednesday. Leaders say it’s a show of humanity and compassion in Charleston. They are hoping to change the lives of many families and individuals. The city is...
North Charleston organizations gather donations as shutdown effects continue
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - Many federal workers are missing their second paycheck as the government shutdown comes to an end, prompting community organizations across the Lowcountry to organize food drives for affected families. The North Charleston Community Resource Center and Charleston Labor Council are...
Charleston considers up to $1.9M in funding for affordable housing
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The City of Charleston is discussing approving $1.5 million to $1.9 million in funding for Star Gospel Mission to build new affordable housing units. The funding would create 22 units with 97 beds, providing families the opportunity to stay together in one unit, said Geona Johnson, director...

















