Transportation Sales Tax Special Committee begins work, seeks community input on future investments
September 25, 2025
Charleston County Council has launched a new public input process to help shape the future of local transportation and green space. September 24, the Council’s newly formed Transportation Sales Tax…
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The City of Charleston is hosting a public engagement meeting on preliminary design ideas for the Johns Island Recreation Center
September 25, 2025
The City of Charleston will host a public engagement meeting to gather community feedback on preliminary design ideas for the future Johns Island Recreation Center. The meeting will take place…
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Charleston County Council announces vacancies on various boards and commissions
September 25, 2025
Charleston County Council announced vacancies on a range of its boards and commissions, detailed in full below. Residents interested in volunteering to serve on one of these boards or commissions…
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The Berkeley County Council approves opioid funding for local organizations
September 25, 2025
At its meeting on Monday, September 22, 2025, Berkeley County Council approved $707,968.64 in opioid recovery funding to be distributed to local organizations and agencies helping fight the opioid epidemic…
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FEMA provides more than $12 million to support disaster recovery across the Southeast
September 24, 2025
FEMA announced $12.7 million for multiple disaster recovery operations across the Southeast region. Here are some of the large FEMA grants obligated to states and communities: $3.4 million to the South…
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City of Charleston announces 2025 holiday lineup as council boosts budget and parade applications open
September 18, 2025
The City of Charleston released the lineup for its 2025 holiday season, a month-long celebration of parades, lights, markets, and community traditions that bring the Holy City together each year.…
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South Carolina Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 legislative award winners
September 16, 2025
The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce (SC Chamber) announced the recipients of its annual Legislator of the Year awards for their work during the 2025 legislative session and their efforts to…
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SC Chamber to host Annual Workforce Development Symposium in partnership with SC Department of Employment and Workforce on September 17
September 16, 2025
Workforce recruitment, training, and retention of qualified employees are frequently identified as the top issues impacting South Carolina businesses. In partnership with the SC Department of Employment and Workforce, the Workforce…
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Charleston County Council announces creation of Transportation Sales Tax committee, receives report detailing program accomplishments
September 16, 2025
During the meeting on September 11, 2025, Charleston County Council announced the establishment of a Transportation Sales Tax Program Special Committee, which will help guide the future of the county’s…
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Lawrence Flynn, public finance attorney at Pope Flynn, named Best Lawyers® 2026 Municipal Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Columbia
September 13, 2025
Lawrence Flynn, a public finance and governmental law attorney and member of Pope Flynn, has received “Lawyer of the Year” from Best Lawyers® in Municipal Law for Columbia. The designation…
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First regional plan to eliminate HPV cancers as a public health concern released in the U.S.
September 11, 2025The HPV Vaccination Roundtable of the Southeast launches first U.S. regional plan to eliminate HPV cancers, starting with cervical cancer as a public health concern, across the Southeast. The elimination…
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Tickets now on sale for Charleston’s 15th Annual Party for the Parks on Nov. 8
September 11, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for the 15th annual Party for the Parks, the fall fundraiser hosted by the Charleston Parks Conservancy on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, from 6 p.m.…
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The City of Charleston announces changes to trash collection days beginning October 1
September 11, 2025
Beginning October 1, 2025, the City of Charleston will implement changes to trash collection days for residents in specific areas. The update applies to trash collection only (including appliances, construction debris, furniture,…
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Public Meeting: Snake Road and NAD Road Intersection Improvement Project
September 11, 2025
Berkeley County will host a public information meeting on Snake Road and NAD Road Intersection Improvements from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on September 25, 2025, in the Goose Creek Elementary…
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October 2025 events in Charleston County Parks
September 11, 2025
October 2025 Festivals & Events Lowcountry Trail Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk Saturday, Oct. 4, 8 a.m. Johns Island County Park Join us on the scenic trails of Johns Island…
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State Agencies encourage nominations for S.C. Environmental Awareness Award
September 11, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) and fellow state agencies are seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who do extraordinary work advocating for our state’s natural…
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Charleston City Council advanced the Battery extension project and committed additional funding for citywide flood solutions
September 11, 2025Following a successful trip to Washington, D.C. to meet with leadership at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston City Council voted last night to move the long-discussed Battery Extension…
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City of Charleston outlines next opportunities for public feedback on Medical District Overlay Zone
September 3, 2025
Following a unanimous vote by the Charleston Planning Commission last week, the city outlined the next steps in the public process for the proposed Medical District Overlay Zone. The proposal,…
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Town of Hilton Head Island to host community meeting on Patterson Family Park plans
September 2, 2025
The Town of Hilton Head Island invites residents and stakeholders to a community meeting to see the latest plans and features for the future Patterson Family Park. The meeting will…
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South Carolina economy ranked #1 in the country
August 29, 2025During quarter one of 2025 (Q1), South Carolina recorded significant growth for both GDP and personal income.South Carolina’s real GDP, which accounts for inflation, increased at an annualized rate of…
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Berkeley County hosting public meeting on All-Hazard Mitigation Plan
August 29, 2025
Berkeley County Emergency Management will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, September 2 at 6 p.m. to share details and receive input on the 2025 Berkeley County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan.…
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Dorchester County and Summerville YMCA break ground on new sports complex in Oakbrook
August 29, 2025
Dorchester County and Summerville YMCA leaders, along with local officials, broke ground on the new Oakbrook Sports Complex. The project is part of a broader effort to redevelop the Oakbrook…
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SCDOR named 2025 PEBA Partners award Overall winner
August 27, 2025
The SCDOR has been named the 2025 Overall winner of the PEBA Partners award by the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA). PEBA awards this honor annually to the…
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SC Secretary of State Mark Hammond invites nominations for 2025 Angel Charities
August 26, 2025
Today, South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office will accept nominations of charitable organizations for this year’s Angel Awards. Each year, the Secretary of State honors…
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SC Housing’s Made It Home! Program aims to involve homebuilders, create solutions to affordable housing deficit
August 21, 2025
The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) is offering an innovative approach to solving one of the state’s most important problems: a shortage of single-family housing.…
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Christopher Way named Charleston County EMS chief, effective Friday
August 20, 2025
Charleston County announced that Christopher Way has been selected to lead the Emergency Medical Services Department, effective Friday, August 22, 2025. Chief Way brings more than 33 years of emergency…
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Charleston County to update downtown parking garage rates Oct. 1
August 18, 2025
Following a comprehensive market analysis that found Charleston County’s monthly and transient parking rates to be below prevailing market values, the County will implement rate adjustments at the Cumberland (90…
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SC Ports receives final federal reimbursement for Harbor Deepening Project
August 18, 2025
The final federal reimbursement for the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project has been disbursed to the South Carolina Ports Authority, a total of $21.28 million allocated by Congress in the U.S.…
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City proposes new office buildings in West Ashley
August 18, 2025
The City of Charleston has proposed constructing new city office buildings at 1660 and 1662 Ingram Road in West Ashley, marking a major step in bringing municipal services closer to…
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Dorchester County opens new Pine Trace Park
August 18, 2025
Park Features First County-Owned Disc Golf Course, Inclusive Playground, and Kayaking and Fishing Opportunities Dorchester County Council and Dorchester County Parks and Recreation joined with local elected and appointed officials…
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Pope Flynn achieves Band 1 Banking & Finance ranking for South Carolina in Chambers and Partners USA 2025 Guide
August 18, 2025
Pope Flynn, a law firm concentrating in public finance and governmental law, has achieved a Band 1 Banking & Finance ranking for South Carolina in the 2025 USA Chambers and…
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City of Charleston launches full restoration of St. Julian smokestacks
August 13, 2025The City of Charleston has begun a full restoration of the historic smokestacks at the St. Julian Devine Community Center — an effort to preserve one of the Eastside’s most…
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CPI for all items rises 0.2% in July; shelter up
August 12, 2025
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis in July, after rising 0.3 percent in June, the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
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Charleston County Register of Deeds launches new property recording alert system
August 12, 2025
Charleston County Register of Deeds Karen Hollings recently announced the launch of a new Property Recording Alert System. “The Charleston County Register of Deeds Office is pleased to introduce this…
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City of Charleston continues commitment to safe, modern playgrounds
August 11, 2025
Four city playgrounds are set for major upgrades as part of the City of Charleston’s ongoing effort to provide safe, modern play spaces for local families. Three of the playgrounds—Mary…
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South Carolina legislators to speak at NAMI statewide Mental Health Conference
August 7, 2025
NAMI South Carolina announced the participation of three influential state lawmakers in its upcoming 2025 Annual Mental Health Conference: Unity in the Community: Mental Health for All. The event will…
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City of Orangeburg celebrates grand opening of new City Hall
August 7, 2025
Ribbon cutting ceremony & facility tour held on Wednesday, August 6 The City of Orangeburg celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new City Hall on Wednesday, August…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces high credit ratings for South Carolina
August 6, 2025
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina has once again had its strong credit ratings reaffirmed by S&P Global, Moody’s, and Fitch Rating Services. “Safeguarding our state’s credit ratings…
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Berkeley County accepting applications for State Accommodations Tax funding
August 4, 2025
Berkeley County is now accepting applications from individuals or businesses to apply for State Accommodation Tax funding. The deadline to apply is Sunday, August 31 at 5 p.m. Applications can be…
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City of Charleston launches ‘Operation Move-Out’ to reduce downtown clutter
July 31, 2025
The City of Charleston’s annual Operation Move-Out initiative will take place from July 31 through August 5, 2025 (with no work scheduled for Sunday, August 3), as students and tenants…
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SCDMV unveils new driver’s license and ID card designs
July 29, 2025
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) unveiled designs for the state’s new driver’s licenses and identification cards, featuring enhanced security features and iconic visuals celebrating the Palmetto State.…
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Berkeley County receives additional $500,000 EPA Brownfields Assessment grant to revitalize St. Stephen area
July 29, 2025
Berkeley County has received a second $500,000 Brownfield Assessment grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to help revitalize the St. Stephen area. This initiative is part of a larger Brownfield…
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Unpacked Leadership Conference announces powerhouse 2025 speaker lineup
July 28, 2025
Global Core Strategies & Consulting, today announced the speaker lineup for the 2025 Unpacked Leadership Conference, featuring Major General Patricia R. Wallace, Colonial Life CEO Tim Arnold, and other transformational…
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S.C. Department of Veterans Affairs fund Living Shoreline Program “Bio-Rock Experimentation” in the Broad River
July 28, 2025Multi-agency collaboration for living shoreline coastline protection program through ongoing SMART REEF / Living Shoreline development and oyster restoration program. Coastal Carolina University (CCU), and the environmental non-profit Global Eco…
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Dorchester County awarded $1 million Community Development Block Grant towards waterline improvement project in Stratton Capers neighborhood
July 24, 2025
Dorchester County has received a $1 million Community Development Block Grant from the S.C. Department of Commerce to fund Phase 2 of the Stratton Capers waterline replacement project. The upgrades…
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City of Charleston unveils two major parks projects funded by 2023 bond referendum
July 24, 2025Transformational investments in West Ashley and Johns Island recreation facilities announced The City of Charleston announced two major recreation projects launching as part of the city’s Parks & Recreation Master…
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The City of Charleston now accepting applications for 2026 State Accommodations Tax and Community Assistance grants
July 23, 2025
The City of Charleston has opened the application period for its 2026 State Accommodations Tax (SAT) and Community Assistance Funding grant programs. Non-profit organizations and public agencies are invited to…
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Margaret Fent Bodman appointed South Carolina’s next State Child Advocate
July 21, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Margaret Fent Bodman as the next State Child Advocate to lead the Department of Children’s Advocacy following the departure of former Child Advocate Amanda Whittle, who…
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Spinx celebrates 24/7 Day with free offer for first responders
July 21, 2025
On Thursday, July 24, Spinx will join the convenience store industry for the seventh annual 24/7 Day, a nationwide celebration recognizing everyday heroes—including first responders, EMTs, doctors, nurses, 911 professionals,…
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Charleston County to host Powered by Purpose Conference for local nonprofit organizations
July 21, 2025
Charleston County Community Development and Revitalization, in partnership with South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) and Increasing H.O.P.E., will host the Powered by Purpose Conference on Tuesday, August 19 and Wednesday,…
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