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Daily editionFriday, September 4th, 2026

Good morning, Summerville.

The 5AM Summerville Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of September.

Community

  1. Power, Love & Purpose will host its 3rd Annual All Female Ride Bike Rally to support domestic abuse awareness.

    The event will be held on a future date in Summerville & is set to empower local women with community resources.

    Live 5 NewsRead more

Government

  1. South Carolina DPS launches its Sober or Slammer campaign today through Sept. 7 to boost safety during Labor Day weekend as heavy travel is expected at Darlington Raceway (billboards show NASCAR driver Ross Chastain).

    Troopers will work with local law enforcement to curb impaired driving.

    WCIV - ABC News 4Read more

  2. Local residents near Church Creek expressed concern over Dominion Energy’s plan to acquire extra land for its transmission project and signaled opposition in a recent video—community members worry the expansion could affect local quality of life.

    Live 5 NewsRead more

Health

  1. Horizon Organic recalled nearly 54,000 cartons of chocolate milk after customers reported bloated packaging and possible spoilage at local supermarkets — products may still be on shelves in Summerville.

    The investigation began Aug. 7 to prevent further issues.

    The Post and CourierRead more

Sports

  1. On Aug. 29, the Summerville Girls Volleyball team competed in an Aiken tournament, finishing 2-1-1 (with wins over Mauldin and T.L. Hanna).

    Coach Liz Yohe said the team is ready for postseason play as they face Stratford on Sept. 10 and James Island on Sept. 24.

    Post and CourierRead more

  2. The Charleston RiverDogs beat the Augusta GreenJackets 3-1 on Wednesday night at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park — strong pitching from Miguel Toscano, who threw five shutout innings, led to the win and the teams played again Thursday at 7:05 p.m.

    WCIV - ABC News 4Read more