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As we see the oil continue to spill all over the beaches of our gulf area, I wonder to myself, would people like the idea of drilling off of Charleston S.C. if it was viable?

I was reading the article online here  and I see the comments and stand that Ted Turner presented.  If we had a oil spill close to Charleston and God forbid the oil made it to our shores, our tourism would take a HUGE hit.  Heck, even Florida has taking a beating with tourism and they have not even got the tip of the iceberg yet!

Would you be all for saving a few dimes on a gallon of gas if offshore drilling was used closed to Charleston.  Closed enough if they were a spill, the wildlife here in Charleston could be ruined?

What do you think guys?  Yay or nay?

I know I have many dedicated readers who have wrote me comments in regards to some articles I put out.  Some give me tips and suggestions of things on Charleston to write about.  I also enjoy getting to know Charleston business owner’s and work with them any way possible. 

 I am asking all of my readers, is anyone interested in contributing to the blog? 

 You can be in high school and gain experience with journalism.  College students who enjoy writing, be more than welcome to contact me.

Anyone who enjoys to write, contact me.

 You can even write on any Charleston related topic that you desire as long as it is rather clean.

 Just contact me through e-mail and I will be glad to see what we can work out.

 Look forward to hearing from someone!

choosecharleston@gmail.com , write me with the subject line “Blogging in Charleston”

Luke

Everyone is currently busy making a list of things to change in 2009.

Could it be weight loss?

Stop smoking?

Get a new job?

You can make the changes you desire, you just need a good reason to keep them!

Here is my idea and hopefully everyone will join in!

Post your 2009 resolution in the comments section of this blog. After each month or so, come back and update us on your progress.

Example: I want to lose 25 pounds in 2009.  I plan on eating more healthy and walking 2 miles per day.

Then next month, check in and give us a quick update.  If we can get enough people to share 2009 resolutions, we can support each other and achieve our goals together!

I will start with mine.

I want to post five articles a month for the year of 2009.

Share yours!

Happy New Years Charleston!

So the thrills of opening presents are over.  Maybe you completed a long drive back to Charleston, SC. to see your friends and family.  After stuffing yourself with way more than you should ever eat (and maybe drinking more than you should ever drink?) you start to get frustrated with those lovely friends and family. 

It is late Saturday night and you are thinking, how much more can I take?  My sister’s new boyfriend is really getting on my last nerve!

You need to get out of the house and explore Charleston again!

Maybe you should check out some of my recent articles such as Charleston- Things to do.  If you grew up in Charleston, you probably cannot stand the Charleston carriage tours but your kids will love the experience it provides!

If you have no kids to hold you back, check out the Charleston nightlife scene. You could visit one of the new clubs or check out one of your favorite college hangout spots!

Lastly, if you have been really nice this year….maybe you could get your mom to whip up some Charleston Shrimp and Grits!

Happy Holidays to all!

I think everyone realizes that John McCain is favored to win and will win in South Carolina.

 My question is, by how much?

 Most poll averages have him ahead in South Carolina by 12%.

 Do you think Obama will keep it closer than that or will McCain cover the 12% spread?

 Also, post any of your thoughts on the 2008 election that you desire.  What is the residents of Charleston going to be voting on?  What should they be voting on?

Lastly, who do you think will win the 2008 election? Obama or McCain? Or….Barr!

In my last post about gas prices and what people in Charleston are doing to combat them, I got a comment from a lady about a new website.  The name of the website is LowCountryYardSales.com.  Essentially, this is a page for people to buy and sell personal treasures.  How does this save gas?  You can drive to one location directly and buy what you want rather than driving to 15 and maybe not finding it?  I know most enjoy going from spot to spot but if gas prices are a concern, I would strongly suggest using LowCountryYardSales.com as a place for you to go and look for some bargains! 

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching, are you prepared to make this day a special one?  If you are searching the web for last minute Mother’s Day idea’s for a Charleston mom, maybe I can help! As always, the safe bet is flowers.  Can you go wrong with flowers?  Sound like a winner! Visit this local Charleston florist then.  If you think your mom would enjoy spending the day with you, then check out The North Charleston Arts Festival.  The last day will be May 12, 2007 so you can go before Mothers Day or on the day if you would like.  Lastly, call your mom and just tell her how much you love her!

Now that the hot, dry winds of summer are settling back a bit, the October scares are starting to settle into place.

Creative Spark Center for the Arts, the National Park Service at Fort Moultrie, and Poe’s Tavern are working hand in claw to produce a creepy thrill in the catacombs this Halloween season. Poe: Back from the Grave will feature live actors from PURE Theatre and Cabaret Kiki. Saturday, October 13. 7, 7:30, 8, and 8:30 PM. $25. For more information, call Creative Spark (843) 881-3780.

And don’t forget the ghosts of Charleston proper.

 Charleston Lore & Legends Ghost Theatre is debuting a brand new show for the season. Check them out one block south of the Market, at 161 Church Street, Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday, 12 PM to 8 PM, if you dare. Shows every hour and a half. Adults $9, Children 4-12, $6, and children 3 and under, Free. For more information, call (843) 937-0916.

Music fans yearning for some soulful songs about the South Carolina Lowcountry can skip on over to Morgan Creek Grill tonight on the Isle of Palms. Carroll Brown and Clay Rice will be on the upstairs deck (enclosed) starting at 7 p.m.

Seafood, ribs, and songs over the water. That ought to do you for a Friday night.

Charleston Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. announced yesterday that he will seek a ninth term in the coming election.

I did not personally attend the announcement at Ackerman Park so I can only assume that the gathered crowd kind of looked at him, then at one another, shrugged, and said, “Uh, yeah, Joe… um, well, you ARE the mayor of Charleston.”

Or rather, “…you are THE mayor of Charleston.”

After 32 consecutive years of having him in office, it gets kind of difficult to imagine anyone else doing the job.