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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 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

Schools from local newsrooms

From WCBD News 2 and Live 5 News, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. 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

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

In brief

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

  • 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

  • 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