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07/06/2026

Check out our events this month!!

There are a lot of exciting things happening in our community and around the shelter!

Take a look at what's coming up at our shelter💙💛

06/16/2026

The Dorchester County Water and Sewer Department has released its Annual Water Quality Report for 2025. If you are a Dorchester County Water and Sewer customer, read more about the water sources that supply your water, how the water systems work, and water test results for the water system. Read the latest report here: www.DorchesterCountySC.gov/waterquality.

05/07/2026

Dorchester County residents in District 6 are reminded of the upcoming special election.

Early voting will be held at the Marcia O’Brien Conference Center, located at 200 Stadium Circle in Summerville, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Early voting locations are closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Election Day is Tuesday, May 26, with polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Voters who plan to participate by absentee ballot must submit their request by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 15.

04/28/2026

Starting July 1, 2026, the Dorchester County Assessor’s Office will transition to an online-only application process for the 4% Legal Residence applications.

What is the 4% Legal Residence assessment?
This program allows homeowners to pay a lower property tax rate on their primary residence. If approved, your home is taxed at 4% of its taxable value, rather than the higher rate applied to second homes, rentals, or commercial properties. In simple terms, it helps reduce your property tax bill on your primary home.

Now through June 30th, residents may still apply in person using a paper application, but paper forms will only be accepted for the current tax year.

Effective immediately, applications for the current tax year and any prior-year refund requests must be submitted through the County’s online portal.

Residents are encouraged to begin using the online system now for a faster, easier, and more convenient experience.

Online Portal: https://www.dorchestercountysc.gov/government/property-tax-services/assessor/4-legal-residence/4-apply-online

For questions or assistance, contact the Assessor’s Office at 843-832-0162.

04/28/2026

Rain or shine, we'll be at the Summerville Farmers Market on Saturday but in the meantime, we have 2 dozen Cookies & Cream macarons up for grabs.

6 for $22 or 12 for $40
Message or comment to order.

04/10/2026

We will see you Saturday! Rain or shine! Shop fresh, shop local, shop small! Located at the First Citizens Bank parking lot behind Townhall. 8am-1pm 🍓🍅🫐🥬

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