Local News for Summerville, SC

The Summerville Flowertown Festival, held March 27-29, 2026, is a major annual event attracting over 230,000 visitors to the town. Organized by the Summerville Family YMCA, the festival began 53 years ago as an arts and crafts fair and has grown into one of th…

Dorchester County has achieved its first-ever Community Rating System (CRS) designation from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), earning a Class 8 rating. This new status means that many homeowners in the county will benefit from reduced flood insu…

The 2026 Summerville Book Festival is set to bring more books, authors, and activities to the community, promising an engaging experience for readers of all ages. The festival will feature a diverse lineup of authors from various genres, offering attendees opp…

Spring 2026 in Summerville offers a vibrant lineup of events and activities from March through May. The highlight is the 53rd annual Flowertown Festival, held March 27–29 in Historic Downtown Summerville. Drawing over 250,000 visitors, this large arts and craf…

The article emphasizes the power of customer reviews as a cost-effective marketing tool for Summerville businesses. It highlights that potential customers trust peer reviews far more than traditional advertising, with 76% of younger shoppers relying on reviews…

Darryl Tucker, a local sports figure, emphasizes gratitude over victories when discussing sports. His perspective highlights the importance of appreciating the experiences and lessons sports provide rather than solely focusing on winning. Tucker’s approach enc…

Summerville sits in Dorchester County, inside the Charleston-North Charleston metro area. That matters because most public wage data is published at the metro level, not the city level. The numbers below use the best available sources for “Summerville-area” pa…

Dorchester County has obtained $709,000 in federal funding to enhance diagnostic imaging services in its rural northern areas. The funds were secured with help from U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. This investment aims to improve access to medical imaging for resi…

Fifth Third Bank expanded its presence in the Lowcountry by opening two new branches in Summerville. The grand openings took place on February 12 and 13, featuring ribbon-cutting ceremonies and community events to celebrate the milestones. These new locations…

Season 50 is a milestone for The Flowertown Players, and they are marking it with a one-night Preview Extravaganza in downtown Summerville. The draw is simple: a celebratory evening inside the theatre, plus the option to secure Season 50 season tickets before…

The Summerville Book Festival will feature a special event titled “Healing with Words” on February 27-28, highlighting themes of resilience and personal transformation. The salon will be led by Kristy Dominiak, a life coach, speaker, and award-finalist author.…