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FootballSummerville beats Blythewood 28-7 to advance in the Class 5A playoffsIf you watched Friday night, you saw Summerville, the No. 5 seed, beat 12th-seeded Blythewood 28-7 in the Class 5A first round, as the scores from WCBD show. The game came out of the Lower State bracket. Records going in were 7-3 and 4-6, per this week's playoff list.Saturday’s editionRead FootballSummerville hosts Blythewood Friday in the first round of the Class 5A playoffsIf you're heading to a playoff game Friday, Summerville (7-3) hosts Blythewood in the first round of Class 5A, as Live 5's Week 12 list shows. The Post and Courier's Lower State bracket makes Summerville the No. 5 seed and Blythewood No. 12. We didn't find kickoff times, so check with the school before you go.Friday’s editionRead Public SafetyBerkeley County's sheriff's office unveils a $1.25 million Mobile Command UnitIf you live in Berkeley County, you may spot this one at a big event. The sheriff's office unveiled its new Mobile Command Unit on Thu., Nov. 5. It replaces equipment that served for more than two decades.Friday’s editionRead SchoolsDorchester County voters approve a one-cent education sales tax that starts April 1, 2027If you shop in Dorchester County, your sales tax is going up. Voters approved a new one-cent education sales tax Tuesday night, with 59.96% in favor, and it starts April 1, 2027. Post and Courier breaks down the new 8 percent rate: 6 percent from the state, 1 percent for county roads and 1 percent for schools.Thursday’s editionRead Next DoorCharleston County voters approve three tax questions, including the half-cent transportation taxNext door in Charleston County, voters said yes to all three tax questions Tuesday, each with more than 60% support, according to unofficial results. The half-cent transportation tax passed with 63.91%, and the 1% school construction tax passed with 68.04%.Thursday’s editionRead High School FootballSummerville's Jayven Williams is a finalist for South Carolina Mr. FootballIf you root for the Green Wave, here's a good one. Williams, a senior running back, is one of five finalists for the award that goes to the state's top high school player. The South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association named the finalists Oct. 30.Tuesday’s editionRead Election DayCharleston County set an early voting record, and polls open at 7 a.m. todayIf you haven't voted yet, today's the day. Charleston County counted more than 89,000 early votes, which officials said is a record. Statewide, more than 1 million ballots were cast early, and Charleston County had the second-highest total.Tuesday’s editionRead

Around Summerville

From WIS News 10, Post and Courier and 8 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WIS News 101 hour ago

    An 11-month-old girl weighed just 4 pounds when she died. Now, her mom is facing charges

    A mother is facing charges after her 11-month-old daughter was found dead and emaciated in an insect-infested apartment.

  2. Post and Courier4 hours ago

    The week ahead in business

    MONDAY

  3. Live 5 News4 hours ago

    Stingrays blank Orlando, 3-0

    The South Carolina Stingrays swept the weekend series over the Orlando Solar Bears with a 3-0 shutout victory on Saturday night in front of 5,065 fans at the North Charleston Coliseum.

    Also reported bySouth Carolina Stingrays

  4. Live 5 News9 hours ago

    ‘I can and I will’: Ninth annual Boyz to Men conference teaches boys how to be men

    Hosted by the Palmetto Hope Network and Real Men Against Violence, the annual conference taught boys ages eight to 18 all the essential skills and lessons to become men.

  5. Post and Courier12 hours ago

    Lucy Beckham blasts North Myrtle Beach in playoffs; Hanahan, Summerville among first-round winners

    MOUNT PLEASANT — Despite major losses in personnel from last year’s team, the football team at Lucy Beckham is flourishing in 2026.

  6. WCBD News 213 hours ago

    Seven Charleston County schools named Palmetto's Finest semifinalists

    CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) - Seven Charleston County School District schools have been named semifinalists for the 2027 Palmetto’s Finest Award, one of South Carolina’s most prestigious honors for high-achieving schools. Each spring, the South Carolina Association of School Administrators presents the Palmetto’s Finest Awards to schools demonstrating excellence in teaching, leadership, community involvement, and

  7. Live 5 News14 hours ago

    Nonprofit hosts TeacherFest 2026 for Lowcountry teachers

    Charleston-based nonprofit Teacher Care Club hosted “TeacherFest 2026” on Saturday, a free community event that provided mental health and wellness resources to local educators.

  8. Live 5 News14 hours ago

    Autism Awareness 5K run/walk draws hundreds in Summerville

    Bridging the Gap Society for Autism held its first Autism Awareness 5K run/walk Saturday at Cane Bay High School.

  9. WCBD News 214 hours ago

    'Small act of kindness:' Dorchester County deputies rescue four missing puppies and their mother

    DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) - Pawsome work! Dorchester County deputies rescued four missing puppies and their mother and reunited them with their family. According to the Dorchester County Sheriff's Office, Corporal Dangerfield and Deputy Hagerman located the four missing puppies and their mother and ensured they were safely reunited with their family. DCSO says that

  10. WCBD News 215 hours ago

    Dominion Energy brings energy-saving resources to Dorchester County residents

    DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) - Dominion Energy and local partners recently provided over 100 Dorchester County residents with energy assistance programs, saving solutions, and community resources during an Energy Assistance Day event. Last week, Dorchester County seniors gathered at the Dorchester County Senior Center in Summerville for an Energy Assistance Day event, sponsored by Dominion

  11. WCIV17 hours ago

    Stingrays rebound from first loss, beat Orlando Solar Bears 4-1

    The South Carolina Stingrays bounced back from their first loss of the season with a 4-1 victory over the Orlando Solar Bears on Friday night at the North Charl

    Also reported byPost and CourierLive 5 NewsSouth Carolina Stingrays

  12. Post and Courier18 hours ago

    Wescott Golf Club seeks help finding 3 e-bike riders after course damage. Last incident cost $250K.

    A Summerville golf club is looking for the public’s help identifying three e-bike riders who damaged the course Nov. 1. The club manager told police the latest incident is part of a recurring problem.

  13. Post and Courier19 hours ago

    Reader photos: Flower boxes

    Click here to view this item from Post and Courier.

  14. Post and Courier22 hours ago

    Carolina One welcomes 11 new real estate agents

  15. Post and Courier23 hours ago

    Plans to modernize the North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center are in the early stage

    Upgrades are coming to the city’s venues that host top-selling artists, theater performances and South Carolina Stingrays hockey games.

  16. Post and Courier23 hours ago

    South Carolina spent $1.5M on a New York City takeover. Here’s how it paid off.

    Times Square became an ad showcasing what South Carolina has to offer for visitors. The state spent nearly $1.5 million on the campaign and here’s what the return was.

  17. Post and Courier23 hours ago

    Local film producer tackles battles men face in latest project

    Summerville resident, actor and director William Brian Baker has wrapped up another film project, this time inspired by experiences from his own life from 20 years ago. The film, “Around the Fire,” is produced by Baker’s company, WC Entertainment. The film invites viewers to have conversations about the importance of men being honest about their emotions.

  18. Post and Courier23 hours ago

    Mount Pleasant townhomes listed for $2.7M are now open for tours

    You can now tour the Harkin on Coleman, a new residential community in Mount Pleasant featuring 22 townhomes for sale. Plus, another 250 homes are in the works for Summerville, and a Lowcountry warehouse sold for $12.5 million.

  19. Post and CourierYesterday

    Football teams advance to second round

    As the saying goes, “Two out Three Ain’t Bad.”

  20. WCBD News 2Yesterday

    Blitz on 2: First Round Of Playoffs

    Thursday Fort Dorchester 34 - Wando 24 Friday Blythewood 7 - Summerville 28 Ashley Ridge 7 - Sumter 49 North Myrtle 0 - Lucy Beckham 56 Swansea 30 - Hanahan 61 Academic Magnet 21 - Philip Simmons 47 East Clarendon 3 - Woodland 34 Bethune-Bowman 6 - Baptist Hill 76 Heathwood 10 - Northwood 35

  21. WACH.comYesterday

    High School Football Playoffs | First Round Highlights and Scores

    The high school football playoffs got underway on Friday, November 6th with the first round.Below are scores for games in the SCHSL and SCISA that featured team

  22. WIS News 10Nov. 6

    HIGHLIGHTS: Swansea vs. Hanahan

  23. Live 5 NewsNov. 6

    VIDEO: Swansea 30, Hanahan 61

  24. Live 5 NewsNov. 6

    VIDEO: Blythewood 7, Summerville 28

  25. South Carolina StingraysNov. 6

    GAME PREVIEW: STINGRAYS PREPARE FOR SECOND STRAIGHT CLASH WITH ORLANDO

    The South Carolina Stingrays wrap up a four-game homestand on Saturday night at the North Charleston Coliseum with the second game of a back-to-back against the Orlando Solar Bears. It’s K-Pop Night, ...

  26. WCIVNov. 6

    Driver fatally struck by own Ford pickup after stepping out on Seaboard Road: SCHP

    One person is dead after being struck by their own vehicle after stepping out, according to the South Carolina Highway Patrol.A Ford pickup truckw as parked on

  27. WCBD News 2Nov. 6

    Town of Summerville to host Sweet Tea Half Marathon Saturday morning

    SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) - Summerville is hosting the Sweet Tea Half Marathon, 10K and 5Kon Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 am The town says the run will go through neighborhoods, finishing at the World's Largest Sweet Tea. The city says runners can enjoy 13.1, 6.2 or 3.1 miles that begins in

  28. WCIVNov. 6

    Nick Kalkas enters race for Berkeley County Council District 2 seat

    Nick Kalkas announced on Friday his campaign for Berkeley County Council’s District 2 seat.

  29. WCBD News 2Nov. 6

    Native American Heritage Month shines spotlight on Wassamasaw Tribe's history

    MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD) — As November marks Native American Heritage Month, the Wassamasaw Tribe of Varnertown Indians is reflecting on its centuries-long history in the Lowcountry while helping bring Indigenous stories to the big screen this weekend. The tribe’s roots in the region date back to the 1700s, with generations of families maintaining their

  30. The StateNov. 6

    High school football final scores, updated schedule from SC playoff games

    South Carolina HS football schedule and scores from Nov. 5-6 from Columbia, Spartanburg, Rock Hill, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head and Greenville.

  31. Live 5 NewsNov. 6

    Six men indicted in Lowcountry drug conspiracy

    Six men have been indicted in a Lowcountry drug conspiracy, the U.S. Attorney’s Office has announced.

    Also reported byWCBD News 2

  32. WRHINov. 6

    2026 High School Football: Round 1 Playoffs Scoreboard, Live Streams

    Boiling Springs Rock Hill 7:25 PM on 100.1 FM, 1340 AM and streaming live Lancaster Clover 7:25 PM on 107.1 FM and streaming live Fountain Inn Catawba Ridge 7:25 PM on 94.3 FM and streaming live Lexington Fort Mill 7:25 PM on 104.1 FM and streaming live Greenwood Indian Land 7:25 PM on CN2 and

  33. Post and CourierNov. 6

    West Ashley department store is closing. Plus, White Tract will be permanently protected.

    In today’s news briefing, read about the closure of a longtime department store, the preservation of the White Tract in Awendaw and a raccoon that tested positive for rabies.

  34. WCBD News 2Nov. 6

    Investigation underway after dead body found on Alligator Lake Drive in Harleyville Friday: DCSO

    DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) - The Dorchester County Sheriff's Office launched a death investigation after a body was discovered off Alligator Lake Drive in Harleyville on Friday afternoon. According to the Dorchester County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to Alligator Lake Drive around 12:23 p.m. Friday after a citizen reported locating a deceased individual. The Dorchester

    Also reported byWCIVLive 5 News

  35. Post and CourierNov. 6

    Democracy still works

    On Tuesday, Nov. 3, democracy worked again. Many of us felt that Tuesday’s election would determine the political fate of our country. The American voters completely and resoundingly repudiated plutocracy and autocracy.

  36. Post and CourierNov. 6

    Berkeley Sheriff’s Office unveils $1.25 million mobile command unit

    The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office on Nov. 5 unveiled its new Mobile Command Unit, marking a significant investment in emergency preparedness, public safety and the agency's ability to respond to countywide critical incidents.

    Also reported byWCBD News 2

  37. Post and CourierNov. 6

    Museum Mile Month begins Jan. 1

    The Charleston Museum recently announced that advance tickets for Museum Mile Month are available online now through Dec. 31. Beginning Jan. 1, tickets are only available in person at Charleston Visitor Centers located downtown and in Mount Pleasant, North Charleston and on Kiawah Island.

  38. FITSNewsNov. 6

    Charleston County Woman Charged In Child Starvation Death

    Investigators say a medically vulnerable child died from starvation and neglect after missing necessary medical appointments...

  39. WCBD News 2Nov. 6

    Bird flu detected in South Carolina wild bird populations: SCDNR

    CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) - The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), or bird flu, affecting wild birds in South Carolina. HPAI is more prevalent in wild bird populations during certain times of the year, especially seasonal migrations. In recent years, the virus has affected multiple

  40. WCIVNov. 6

    Collision with injuries shuts down part of westbound Rivers Avenue in North Charleston

    A portion of the westbound lanes of Rivers Avenue have been temporarily closed Friday afternoon due to a reported collision with injuries.According to the North

    Also reported byLive 5 News

In brief

The short notes of 5AM Summerville’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Road raceIf you're headed downtown this morning, the Sweet Tea Half Marathon, 10K and 5K runs from 6 a.m.

    If you're headed downtown this morning, the Sweet Tea Half Marathon, 10K and 5K runs from 6 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and finishes at the World's Largest Sweet Tea. W. Doty is closed from Main St. to Cedar from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m., the town's calendar says.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSources: WCBD News 2, Summerville events calendar

  • Fire stationThe new Summers Corner Fire and EMS Station at 1405 Clay Field Trail may lower home insurance costs for nearby residents, and the 6,000-square-foot station celebrated its opening with an October ribbon-cutting.

    The new Summers Corner Fire and EMS Station at 1405 Clay Field Trail may lower home insurance costs for nearby residents, and the 6,000-square-foot station celebrated its opening with an October ribbon-cutting. “What it’s done for us is put a paid staff for fire and EMS in a rapidly growing neighborhood that is not slowing down anytime soon,” said county Fire Chief Tres Atkinson.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: Post and Courier

  • Tribe historyThe Wassamasaw Tribe of Varnertown Indians, whose roots in the Lowcountry date to the 1700s, is marking Native American Heritage Month and helping bring Indigenous stories to the big screen this weekend.

    The Wassamasaw Tribe of Varnertown Indians, whose roots in the Lowcountry date to the 1700s, is marking Native American Heritage Month and helping bring Indigenous stories to the big screen this weekend. Photos taken in 1938 by Marion Post Wolcott show community matriarch Geneva Varner Clark and her family near Summerville and are kept in the Library of Congress.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WCBD News 2

  • County fairThe Coastal Carolina Fair closes Sunday at Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson, with more than 60 rides.

    The Coastal Carolina Fair closes Sunday at Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson, with more than 60 rides. Kenny and Dolly Legends in Concert plays the Lakefront Stage Saturday at 8 p.m., and Haley Mae Campbell performs Sunday at 5:30 p.m.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WCBD News 2

  • Command unitThe Berkeley County Sheriff's Office unveiled its new Mobile Command Unit on Nov.

    The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office unveiled its new Mobile Command Unit on Nov. 5. It was paid for with $1.25 million in state funding allocated in July 2024, and it can stream live drone footage to command personnel.

    Around South Carolina · Saturday’s editionSource: Post and Courier

  • Bird fluThe S.C. Department of Natural Resources confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza among wild bird populations.

    The S.C. Department of Natural Resources confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza among wild bird populations. It issued its release after North Charleston posted a public health notice on Oct. 19 about dead birds near Quarterman's Pond.

    Around South Carolina · Saturday’s editionSource: WCBD News 2

  • Race dayThe 12th annual Sweet Tea Half Marathon, 10K and 5K runs Sat., Nov.

    The 12th annual Sweet Tea Half Marathon, 10K and 5K runs Sat., Nov. 7, from 7 to 10:30 a.m. at Hutchinson Square. Roads close on W. Doty from Main St. to Cedar from 6 to 11 a.m.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Summerville events calendar

  • Fort DorchesterDorchester County Council has approved first reading of the Festival Centre Redevelopment Project, a tax increment financing plan that could bring Dorchester District Two $12 million.

    Dorchester County Council has approved first reading of the Festival Centre Redevelopment Project, a tax increment financing plan that could bring Dorchester District Two $12 million. The money would go to improvements at and around Fort Dorchester High School, and the county and district are still finalizing the financial details.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Live 5 News

  • VolleyballSummerville's Emilia Markovic received All-State and All-Star honors from the South Carolina Coaches Association of Women's Sports.

    Summerville's Emilia Markovic received All-State and All-Star honors from the South Carolina Coaches Association of Women's Sports. Ashley Ridge's Riley Lavery was selected for the 2026 North vs. South Girls All-Star Volleyball matches.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Post and Courier

  • School grantsBeech Hill Elementary, East Edisto Middle and Oaktown Academy are among 15 schools statewide receiving grants for student-led environmental projects.

    Beech Hill Elementary, East Edisto Middle and Oaktown Academy are among 15 schools statewide receiving grants for student-led environmental projects. The state's Champions of the Environment program awarded a combined $29,350.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WCBD News 2

  • EMSDorchester County EMS hosted its annual conference and competition Thursday, drawing 140 attendees, nearly triple the turnout when it began six years ago.

    Dorchester County EMS hosted its annual conference and competition Thursday, drawing 140 attendees, nearly triple the turnout when it began six years ago. Five teams competed, including Dorchester County EMS and Central Berkeley Fire and EMS.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Live 5 News