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Around the LowcountrySNOB runs a guest bartender series every Saturday in OctoberSNOB has launched Bar Wars, bringing bartenders from across Hall Management Group behind its bar on Saturdays through October, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with drink specials alongside the regular lunch menu.October 5, 2026 · 1 min read
Around the Lowcountry495 King Street's rooftop gets a green lightCharleston's Board of Architectural Review voted unanimously on September 24 to approve a rebuilt rooftop at 495 King St., the longtime home of Stars Rooftop & Grill Room. New owner Andrew Baumgartner bought the 1948 building in March for $6.95 million, and architect Steve Ramos's plan adds a sloped standing-seam metal roof, a stage, restrooms and a new ground floor storefront.September 30, 2026 · 1 min readAround the LowcountryJudge signs off on settlement that sends the 657 King Street hotel back to the drawing boardCircuit Court Judge Dale Van Slambrook approved a mediated settlement resolving Historic Charleston Foundation's challenge to the city's approval of a hotel at 657 King Street that exceeded height limits on a split zoned property. Under the settlement the hotel will be redesigned, with a new architectural firm brought in to lead the work. The project moves forward in modified form rather than being blocked.September 28, 2026 · 1 min readAround the LowcountryTwo Closings That Say Something About This MarketSilver Dollar lasted 26 years. Easton Barbecue lasted two. Both closed in the same week, and the reasons are worth sitting with.September 8, 2026 · 3 min read