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  Charleston, South Carolina - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Charleston is a city in the counties of Berkeley and Charleston in the U.S. state of South Carolina; the city serves as the county seat of Charleston County.
The metropolitan area population of Charleston and North Charleston was estimated to be 594,899 in 2005 (includes entire populations of Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties).
Charleston is also served by the Berkeley County School District in northern portions of the city, such as the Cainhoy Industrial District, Cainhoy Historical District, and Daniel Island.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Charleston,_South_Carolina   (3936 words)

  
 Charleston (city, South Carolina) - MSN Encarta
Charleston is one of the busiest ports of the southeastern United States; its fine, nearly landlocked harbor handles both coastal and overseas trade.
It is the seat of the College of Charleston (1770), the oldest municipal college (since 1837) in the country; the Medical University of South Carolina (1824); The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina (1842); Charleston Southern University (1964); and Trident Technical College (1964).
Charleston was founded in 1670 at Albemarle Point on the western bank of the Ashley River and named Charles Town in honor of Charles II, king of England.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761554001/Charleston_(city_South_Carolina).html   (616 words)

  
 South Charleston, West Virginia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
South Charleston was established in 1906, but not incorporated until 1919 by special charter enacted by the West Virginia Legislature.
It is named because of its location on the south side of the Kanawha River, opposite of the city of Charleston.
Jakes was born and raised in South Charleston.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/South_Charleston,_West_Virginia   (448 words)

  
 South Charleston, Ohio - About South Charleston
The village of South Charleston is located in southeastern Clark County, and has a population of 1,825 (June, 2004 estimate).
South Charleston is conveniently located at the intersection of U.S. Route 42 and State Route 41.
South Charleston was originally named Charlestown, in honor of Charles Paist, one of the first merchants in town.
www.springfieldohio.net /southcharleston/about   (184 words)

  
 Travel in Charleston - South Carolina - USA - History - WorldTravelGate.net®-
In 1722 it was briefly incorporated as Charles City and Port, and in 1783 it was reincorporated as Charleston.
Charleston was the seat of the provincial congress in 1775 and it was named the state capital the following year.
South Carolina's ordinance of secession was passed in Charleston on December 20, 1860, and the capture of Fort Sumter, in Charleston Harbour, by Confederates (April 12-14, 1861).
www.americatravelling.net /usa/south_carolina/charleston/charleston_history.htm   (341 words)

  
 Charleston travel guide - Wikitravel
Charleston is a city in the state of South Carolina in the United States of America.
Charleston is served by the Charleston International Airport, located northwest of the city.
Charleston is in general a laid-back city and has an old-South feel as does Savannah.
wikitravel.org /en/Charleston_(South_Carolina)   (1445 words)

  
 NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Charleston, South Carolina   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Charleston County is a county located in the state of South Carolina.
This ranks Charleston-North Charleston as the 2nd largest individual metro in the state (behind Columbia), falling to 3rd when compared to the significantly larger consolidated metropolitan areas of Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson and Columbia-Newberry.
The Ashley River is a river in South Carolina which meets with the Cooper River in Charleston before discharging into the Atlantic Ocean.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Charleston,-South-Carolina   (1841 words)

  
 Civil War traveler | South Carolina | Charleston
Using maps, artifacts and illustrations, the displays also outline Charleston's troubled journey through the rest of the war as Confederate defenses were tested by various Union attempts to capture the city.
Union forces attacked Charleston's outer defensive line on James Island June 16, 1862, hoping to capture the island's forts and gain favorable positions for bombarding the city or even capture it.
Located on Morris Island at the entrance to Charleston Harbor, Fort Wagner was key to the Confederate defense of the city.
www.civilwar-va.com /southcarolina/sc-charleston.html   (1710 words)

  
 Learn More
The Vernacular Architecture of Charleston and the Lowcountry, 1670 - 1990.
South Carolina's statewide non-profit group providing information about their research facilities, on-line historical and geneological resources, catalogues and magazines.
The South Carolina National Heritage Corridor extends 240 miles across South Carolina, stretching from the mountains of Oconee County, along the Savannah River, to the port city of Charleston.
www.cr.nps.gov /nr/travel/charleston/learnmore.htm   (739 words)

  
 South Carolina Jobs - Jobs in South Carolina - Charleston Jobs
The South Carolina Employment Security Commission reported that the June jobless rate was 6.7 percent, ranking the state second behind Mississippi.
South Carolina's 1.7 percent job gain for 2005 was slightly...
South Carolinas 1.7 percent job gain for 2005...
www.southcarolinajobs.net   (195 words)

  
 McLeod Plantation - James Island, Charleston County, South Carolina SC
1785 – "Map of the Plan of the siege of Charleston indicates that a main house existed in the area of the present-day McLeod, and that the house was approached from the north by a tree-lined path from Wappoo Creek" (Hunt).
Originally the house was oriented to the south with a one-story raised porch supported by square columns.
In 1925, the principal fascade was reoriented to be the rear or northern side of the house.
south-carolina-plantations.com /charleston/mcleod.html   (1131 words)

  
 Excursia | Charleston, South Carolina | Visitor information
Charleston is known as the "Holy City," getting its name from the many historic churches within its limits.
The Edmondston-Alston House, one of the first dwellings built on Charleston's High Battery in 1825, presents a new exhibit that explores the house's history and the story of the families who lived there.
Built by a Scottish shipping merchant and then sold during the "Panic of 1837" to Charles Alston, this stately house is a gracious example of 19th-century commitment to elegance, style and comfort.
excursia.com /destinations/USA/SC/charleston   (332 words)

  
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City of Charleston, SC Smoke Detector Inspection - If you feel your smoke detector is not functioning properly, we will come out and check it for you or replace the battery or the detector.
The Charleston Maritime Center was completed in October 1997 to bring the community in touch with...
These are properties that have been acqured by the City of Charleston and have been transferred to...
www.ci.charleston.sc.us   (533 words)

  
 Charleston Hotels: South Carolina Aquarium
South Carolina Aquarium has many hotels located within 5 miles.
We have tried to show you the top 10 hotels around South Carolina Aquarium.
This will let you compare the best hotel rates for the South Carolina Aquarium area.
www.roomrate.com /charleston/attractions/aquarium.asp   (164 words)

  
 South Charleston News
Local news for South Charleston, WV continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.
Staff Charleston The largest insurance company in West Virginia has paid out more than $1 million in Kanawha County alone from last week's hailstorm.
South Charleston Mayor Richie Robb is leaving his post next year after 32 years in office.
www.topix.net /city/south-charleston-wv   (624 words)

  
 Map of Charleston South Carolina, USA, for Charleston Place Hotel
The Charleston area is located on the coast of South Carolina, midway between Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head Island.
It is easily accessible by car…I-26 has its eastern terminus in Charleston and connects with I-20, I-85, I-40, I-77 and I-95 from the north.
Charleston International Airport is located 10 miles from Charleston Place Hotel and offers jet service from US Airways, Independence Air, Delta, Continental, Northwest Airlines, and United Express.
www.charlestonplace.com /web/ocha/ocha_c1e_location.jsp   (373 words)

  
 Charleston jobs - South Carolina jobs - Columbia jobs - North Charleston jobs - Greenville jobs - Mount Pleasant jobs - ...
Born in Charleston in 1781, Robert Mills was perhaps the most influential architect in early U.S. history.
He built classic structures in the nation's capital such as the treasury, the post office and the patent office.
The following articles focus on employment in South Carolina as well as issues relating to jobs and careers in South Carolina.
www.charlestonjobnetwork.com   (461 words)

  
 Travel: Teatime In Charleston
I choose the Classic Charleston Tea ($19), which consists of a pot of tea and three courses of bite-size treats: an assortment of tea sandwiches followed by scones and crumpets and ending with cakes, tarts, and tea cookies.
Charleston Place Afternoon Tea: Thoroughbred Club, 205 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401; (843) 722-4900 or www.charlestonplace.com.
The tea at Charleston Place comes from Harney & Sons, 1-800-832-8463 or www.harney.com, and from Taylors of Harrogate, which was voted one of the best teas in England.
www.southernliving.com /southern/travel/weekends/article/0,13676,1146936,00.html   (548 words)

  
 Charleston Hotel - South Carolina - Holdiay Inn Historic District
Charleston Hotel - South Carolina - Holdiay Inn Historic District
Located on the corner of Meeting and Calhoun street, you are within steps of all the history Charleston has to offer to make your visit a true and eventful experience.
Stroll through our website and discover how the Holiday Inn Historic District captures the charm of the old south and the "Holy City" of Charleston.
www.charlestonhotel.com   (94 words)

  
 Charleston Yacht Club - Charleston, South Carolina
Serving the community since 1934, Charleston Yacht Club today maintains its purpose with programs and events to promote interest in water sports from its location at the George M. Lockwood Municipal Marina.
The Charleston Yacht Club is a member of the South Atlantic Yacht Racing Association and US Sailing Association and sponsors such events as US Sailing Association quarter and semifinal championship regattas and the
South Atlantic Yacht Racing Associations Inshore and Offshore Championships.
www.charlestonyachtclub.com   (101 words)

  
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The police department currently employs 369 sworn police officers, 137 civilians and 27 reserve police officers.
In response to crimes committed by and against juveniles The Charleston Police Department launched the program "Operation Midnight" in 1993.
This system is not specifically a deterrent, but is employed as a stolen vehicle tracking and recovery device with a 90% recovery rate on equipped vehicles.
www.charleston-pd.org   (157 words)

  
 Charleston South Carolina Bed and Breakfast Inn * Charleston * The Historic Charleston Region Tourism District
Charleston South Carolina Bed and Breakfast Inn * Charleston * The Historic Charleston Region Tourism District
National Landmark (circa 1760) reflecting Charleston's grandeur and civilit...
Experience the intimacy of Charleston's most exclusive historic residential...
www.southcarolinabedandbreakfast.com /city_pages/charleston.html   (218 words)

  
 Charleston County, South Carolina
Monday, September 4 is a County Holiday in observance of Labor Day and the offices of Charleston County government will be closed.
for Charleston County, North Charleston, McClellanville, Awendaw and Rockville...
Charleston County At OPCON 3, Voluntary Evacuation Lifted
www.charlestoncounty.org   (366 words)

  
 Charleston Attorneys | Charleston Lawyers | Charleston Law Firm | Futeral Law Firm
Our attorneys are dedicated to serving our clients' best interests and to the development of the law and legal services in the areas of Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Moncks Corner, Summerville, James Island, Folly Beach, Sullivan's Island, Isle of Palms, Walterboro, Georgetown, St. George, and Goose Creek, to name a few.
Whether the case is in South Carolina's state or federal courts, municipal courts such as the City of Charleston or the Town of Mount Pleasant, family court or criminal court, or the South Carolina Supreme Court or the United States Supreme Court, our lawyers are ready and eager to vigorously protect our clients' legal interests.
Also, our attorneys are active members of the South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association, the South Carolina Bar Association, and the Charleston County Bar Association.
www.charlestonlaw.net   (550 words)

  
 North Charleston Inn Hotel near Charleston Airport & Charleston Convention Center
Located at the intersection of West Montague Avenue and Interstate 26, our 155 room hotel is central to all of Charleston's celebrated treasures, only 3 miles from the Charleston International Airport.
We are a block from the North Charleston Convention Center, Performing Arts Center (including The Plex), The Coliseum, as well as the new Centre Point complex and future Tanger Outlet mall.
The North Charleston Inn offers special group rates and features over 3000 square feet of meeting and banquet space for your special event.
www.northcharlestoninn.com   (291 words)

  
 Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau - Charleston, SC
Welcome to Charleston, South Carolina's official web site for travel information and planning.
The Charleston area includes Downtown Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island, North Charleston, West Ashley, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Kiawah, Seabrook and Folly Beach.
Explore the Charleston Area Convention and Visitors Bureau web site to see all the leisure and business travel options and local events and discover why so many travel experts have rated Charleston as one of the nation's top destinations.
www.charlestoncvb.com   (158 words)

  
 National Geographic Travel Guide: Charleston   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Founded in 1670 by English colonists, Charleston found fame and fortune as the seaport serving the South Carolina Low Country’s planters.
The Civil War, ignited at nearby Fort Sumter, quashed the plantation economy, but by the 1920s, the city had revived enough to inspire the dance craze named after it.
Today Charleston remains redolent of magnolias and mint juleps and afternoons on the veranda—though many visitors prefer to spend their days here strolling past row after row of impeccably maintained antebellum mansions.
www.nationalgeographic.com /destinations/Charleston   (120 words)

  
 Charleston County, South Carolina SC - Colleges, Universities - Alphabetical List
Charleston County, South Carolina SC - Colleges, Universities - Alphabetical List
Charleston County South Carolina SC - Colleges Universities
Charleston County, South Carolina – Colleges and Universities
www.sciway.net /edu/colleges/charleston.html   (128 words)

  
 Charleston Homes for Sale. Real Estate in Charleston, South Carolina
Browse Homes.com for Charleston, South Carolina homes for sale, Charleston SC Real Estate Agents or real estate agents, plus Charleston, SC apartments and houses for rent.
Then contact any of the Charleston Real Estate Agents for professional assistance finding your Charleston area home.
Historic Charleston single Restored Beautiful Historic Charleston Single in the...
www.homes.com /Real_Estate/SC/City/CHARLESTON   (331 words)

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