South Carolina’s role as primary influencer

The Palmetto State, with the earliest primary below the Mason-Dixon Line, has become known as a bellwether for presidential elections. Whether that continues to be the case will be seen next week. Friends of political junkies, we'll go ahead and tell you for them: They're gonna be busy, so they'll return your calls and texts after next Saturday.

Charleston Museum's annual Oyster Roast

Take in the view of the Stono River while you listen to live music, shuck oysters and eat barbecue. There will also be coffee, hot cocoa and cupcakes. Attendees can join museum archaeologists for tours and discussions of archaeological work that has taken place at Stono Plantation, one of four plantation sites within the Dill Sanctuary.

WHO: Charleston Museum  |  WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday  |  WHERE: Dill Sanctuary 

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