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Charleston residents engage with civic government across multiple levels: city, county, state, and federal. HERECharleston tracks council meetings, school-board votes, candidate filings, and statewide policy as it lands in Charleston County. As we expand local civic coverage here, you can submit issues using the form below or browse the live legislative tracker.
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Our system identifies which elected officials and government agencies have jurisdiction over your issue — from the Mayor and City Council to your State Representative and U.S. Congressman.
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Political news from the Daily Ops feed appears here. Check back daily for Charleston & South Carolina political reporting.
Evergreen Guides
Political Resource Center
Civic education & voter resources for Charleston County residents
Voter Registration Guide
How to register in South Carolina, key deadlines, and what to expect at the polls. Photo ID required.
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How to Evaluate Candidates
Research voting records, campaign finance, debate performance, and endorsements before Election Day.
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Find Your District
Look up your SC Senate, House, and Congressional districts after the latest redistricting.
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How SC Government Works
The structure of City, County, State, and Federal government — who does what and where decisions get made.
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Civic Participation Guide
How to attend town halls, submit public comment, contact your rep, and volunteer on local campaigns.
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Political Terms Glossary
Plain-English definitions of quorum, ordinance, referendum, appropriations, redistricting, and more.
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Civic Calendar
Political Events & Deadlines — Charleston County
APR
16
Election — NOW
Early Voting: Central Pacolet & Inman City Council Special Elections
APR
20
County Council
Charleston County Council Regular Meeting
APR
27
City Council
Charleston City Council Meeting
APR
28
Election Day
Central Pacolet Town Council & Inman City Council Special Elections
MAY
04
Democratic Party
Charleston County Democratic Party Monthly Meeting
MAY
05
School Board
District 7 Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
MAY
06
Election Day
Charleston Metro B Water District General Election
MAY
18
County Council
Charleston County Council Regular Meeting
JUN
01
Republican Party
Charleston County Republican Party Meeting
JUN
02
School Board
District 7 Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
JUN
09
State Primary
South Carolina Congressional, State & Gubernatorial Primary Election
JUN
15
County Council
Charleston County Council Regular Meeting
JUN
23
Primary Runoff
South Carolina Primary Runoff Election (if needed)
NOV
03
General Election
2026 General Election — Federal, State & Local Races
Elected Officials
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Verified Charleston County representatives — city, county, state & federal
Local civic directory coming soon
HERECharleston is building a verified directory of Charleston's elected officials — city council, Charleston County council, state delegation, and federal representation. Check back as coverage expands.
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