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The Short List

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What Actually Matters

A solar manufacturer is bringing 167 jobs to Dorchester County

That matters beyond the press release: jobs mean more pressure on housing, roads, and services, especially as the region keeps growing. Operations are set to begin late this year.

Aug 21, 2026

Eat / Drink

Riva Mare opens Friday. Here's the deal.

Book now if you want opening weekend. Wait until Tuesday for the same pasta without the crowd.

Aug 20, 2026

Don't Waste Your Weekend

Three plans worth leaving the house for

One for parents, one for date night, one that's free and a little weird. No calendar dump.

Aug 19, 2026

The Local Move

Heading to Folly Saturday? Cross the bridge before 10.

The beach will still be there. Your patience may not be.

Aug 18, 2026

Back in the Day

King Street, 1978

A little less polished, a little less expensive, and somehow still a place where parking required a plan.

Aug 17, 2026

Around Town

Old Li's is back in West Ashley, larger space

Good news if you missed it. Bad news if you were hoping the wait would get shorter.

Aug 16, 2026

Who's Hiring

Legit local roles. No hype.

Straight from the newsletter — clear pay, clear schedule, clear apply link.