Staff reports
The third annual Charleston Area Alliance Downtown Streetfest returned to Capitol Street Saturday with its first event of the summer. Saturday's block party was headlined by reggae artist Shayar performing with the Beckley-based band, Krooshal Force. Organizers say the goal of the parties is to bring people downtown. Streetfest block parties will be held on July 22 with the Chase Band, Aug. 26 with the VooDoo Katz and Sept. 23 with Beggars Clan.