Today, we remember the Charleston 9 and honor the extraordinary sacrifice they made in service to others.
On June 18, 2007, nine Charleston firefighters lost their lives while responding to a fire. Their bravery, selflessness, and commitment continue to inspire us all.
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- Charleston County repostedRunoff early voting has begun! Centers are open from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday. Vote early at: • Baxter-Patrick Library • Charleston County BVRE HQ • Greater Macedonia AME Church • Morris Brown AME Church • Wando Mt. Pleasant Library #CHSVotes
- We pause to remember the lives lost at Mother Emanuel AME Church on 6.17.2015, and to honor their lasting legacy. Cynthia Graham Hurd Susie Jackson Ethel Lance DePayne Middleton-Doctor Clementa Pinckney Tywanza Sanders Daniel Simmons Sr. Sharonda Coleman-Singleton Myra Thompson
- Charleston County repostedThank you, Charleston County voters! Unofficial results will be available on SCVotes.gov. #CHSVotes #CHSNews #SCVotes #VoteReady
- Charleston County repostedSavannah Highway has reopened.
- Be aware of potential traffic delays due to this closure while crews work to secure the gas line.
- Charleston County repostedIt’s Election Day, Charleston County! Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. As a reminder, South Carolina does not register voters by party. The decision to vote in one party’s primary has no bearing on how a person must vote in the subsequent General Election.
- Charleston County repostedThe second week of the early voting period is underway! Remember: Election Day is the LAST day you can vote! #CHSVotes #CHSNews #SCVotes #VoteReady
- With the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially underway, we’re proud to announce the release of this year's Hurricane Guide—featuring Bessie the Coburg Cow—which contains valuable resources and tips on how best to prepare for and recover from a storm.This year, we've added details on insurance coverage and accessibility-specific tips!
 Don’t wait until a storm is developed and headed our way to get ready, now is the time!

Download your free Hurricane Guide today at Charlestoncounty.gov/EM.
- County Council has approved the first of three readings of the proposed 2026 Transportation Sales Tax referendum. There’s still time to weigh in: Council will hold a public hearing during their meeting on Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 p.m. Learn more at CharlestonTransportation.com.
- Charleston County repostedEarly voting begins Tuesday, May 26 for the Statewide Primaries and the Charleston County School Board District 4 Special Election. Visit our website for times and to find an early voting center near you! charlestoncounty.gov/departments/be… #CHSVotes #CHSNews #SCVotes #VoteReady
- Charleston County repostedJoint Base Charleston officials announced today that the 2026 Charleston Airshow, scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, over the Charleston Harbor, has been canceled due to adverse weather conditions.














