Friends of the Lowline
Press & Media
Stay connected to the story of the Lowline. Explore the latest news, media coverage, and updates highlighting the vision, progress, and community impact of Charleston’s future linear park.
Present day
In The News
The corridor is already reshaping what gets built around it. Coverage in this section looks at the neighborhoods, developments, and civic conversations the Lowline touches.
Lowline Hotel to debut on King Street this summer after "full reimagining" of former Hyatt
ABC News 4, March 10, 2026
December 2025
Breaking Ground
On December 15, 2025, more than a decade of community advocacy became construction. City officials, neighborhood leaders, and mobility advocates gathered beneath I-26 to mark the start of Phase 1, where Friends of the Lowline announced a $3 million commitment to the project, including a $2.5 million gift from the Speedwell Foundation in honor of founding board chair Tom Bradford.
Lowcountry Lowline breaks ground downtown after decade of planning
The Daniel Island News, December 23, 2025
City of Charleston breaks ground on phase one of the Lowcountry Lowline
WCBD News 2, December 16, 2025
Charleston leaders, advocates break ground on Lowline park
Charleston City Paper, December 16, 2025
A big moment for the long-planned Lowcountry Lowline
Post and Courier, Editorial, December 15, 2025
Charleston to break ground on Lowcountry Lowline, a highly anticipated pedestrian and bike path
Post and Courier, December 14, 2025
2025 - 2026
Funding & Approvals
The year the Lowline moved from plan to project. Charleston City Council committed $15.8 million from the Cooper River Tax Increment Financing district, approved the construction contracts that put Phase 1 in the ground, and greenlit the parking lots that will help sustain the corridor over the long term. A spring open house drew one of the largest public turnouts the project has seen.
Parking lots along Charleston's Lowcountry Lowline approved before trail work begins
Post and Courier, July 16, 2025
Charleston Lowline project progresses with phase one, construction approval
Live 5 News, July 15, 2025
Phase one of the Lowcountry Lowline could be ready in eight months, officials say
ABC News 4, April 25, 2025
Charleston holding open house on Lowcountry Lowline project
Live 5 News, April 24, 2025
Charleston Lowcountry Lowline Project Approved
Here Charleston, April 9, 2025
Charleston City Council approves several Lowcountry Lowline funding proposals
WCBD News 2, April 9, 2025
Charleston leaders look to kickstart construction on Lowcountry Lowline
Charleston City Paper, April 8, 2025
Charleston to award $1.1M contract to jumpstart construction for downtown pedestrian path
Post and Courier, April 8, 2025
Phase 1 of the Lowcountry Lowline Project Approved
Charleston Daily, January 30, 2025
Construction to begin on Lowcountry Lowline project this year, officials say
WCBD News 2, January 2025
For Journalists and Storytellers
Friends of the Lowline Press Media Kit
The Lowline is a decade in the making, under construction now, and set to open in 2027. Here's what you need to tell that story.
Your Gift Is Doubled
The Speedwell Foundation matches every dollar until the $1.6M remaining match is met.
The City of Charleston owns and operates the Lowline. The Friends of the Lowline is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that exists to support the City in its efforts, serving as its nonprofit partner to help ensure the creation and long-term success of the Lowline.
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