Charleston: Quick Facts

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Nov. 11, 2026

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Democrats lead in Charleston County Statehouse seats, potentially flipping 1 • Nov. 3, 2026, 10:11 PM ET (The Charleston Post and Courier)

Charleston County voters pass sales tax expected to generate $4.25B for infrastructure improvements • Nov. 3, 2026, 9:34 PM ET (The Charleston Post and Courier)

Candidate roundup: Here’s who’s running for Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester 2 school boards • Oct. 27, 2026, 5:00 AM ET (The Charleston Post and Courier)

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