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Greg Rouse Continues Grandfather’s Legacy In Law Enforcement
By Barney Blakeney Gregory Rouse, II as the grandson of retired U.S. Marshall Fred Stroble, grew up in the shadow of one of the Charleston area’s most respected law enforcement officers. Rouse’s grandfather was among the first Black police officers hired by the Charleston Police Department and continued to a stellar career in law enforcement…
Read MoreAn Argument Against Single Member District Voting
By Barney Blakeney In the wake of the November 6 general elections that shown a spotlight on polarized politics perhaps more than any in recent memory, reflections on statements made by the late W. Earl Douglas may offer some insight. Several weeks ago, former Charleston County Council Chairman Lonnie Hamilton, III provided this reporter with…
Read MoreNewly Elected SC House Dist. 15 Representative JA Moore: “The Fight’s Not Over!”
By Damion Smalls Boosted by increased voter turnout, an energized campaign and a yearning for change, first time politician JA Moore defeated the incumbent and Assistant House Majority Whip Samuel Rivers, Jr. to take over the SC House District 15 seat. Crediting the victory to the people, Moore declared that “This representation is for all…
Read MoreCharleston County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Seeking Seven Community Representatives
Are you interested in helping to improve your local criminal justice system? If so, consider applying to become a community representative with the Charleston County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC). The CJCC is a collaboration of elected and senior officials, law enforcement leaders, judicial and court leadership, behavioral health professionals, victim and legal advocates, and…
Read MoreIncumbents Hold On To CCSD Board Seats
By Barney Blakeney Several races in the 2018 general election may have been more contentious, but few were as unpredictable as the races for seats on Charleston County Consolidated School Board. Voters elected four members to the board in races that featured three incumbent county school board members. Elected to the board were incumbents Cindy…
Read MoreHuge Voter Turnout Produced Huge Winners and Losers
By Barney Blakeney After a record voter turnout, voter machine breakdowns and perceived efforts to manipulate outcomes the November 6 general elections produced some surprising victories and losses. Gov. Henry McMaster was re-elected in a walk-away from Democrat James Smith and Katie Arrington pulled away from challenger Joe Cunningham early in the counting only to…
Read MoreSouth Carolina Coalition for Voter Participation Gears Up For Election With Establishment Of Transportation Sites
The South Carolina Coalition for Voter Participation, a non-partisan political education organization, has begun its efforts to provide transportation for those who need to get to the polls. The transportation will be limited to the polls in Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton and Dorchester counties. Mr. Marion Welch, Chairman of the South Carolina Coalition for Voter Participation…
Read MoreRobert Brown Promises Vigilance, Focus and Experience To District 116 Constituents
By Barney Blakeney For the past 18 years, Rep. Robert Brown has served the constituents of S.C. House District 116. He wants to continue serving them after the November 6 general election. The Hollywood native first was elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives in 2001 after serving six years as a member of…
Read MoreStephanie Ganaway-Pasley Seeks to Make a Difference as Probate Court Judge
The Honorable Stephanie Ganaway-Pasley is a long-time resident of Charleston, South Carolina and have served as a Summary Court Judge for over 12 years interpreting the civil and criminal laws in the state of South Carolina. She is a civil mediator with proven leadership skills, experience on the bench and academically prepared. Ganaway-Pasley decided to run…
Read MoreMaking History: Michael Miller’s Quest for Register of Deeds
Michael Miller seeking the office of Register of Deeds (ROD) for Charleston County on November 6th. This office was created in 1780 and officially records and indexes all legal documents affecting real estate and property in Charleston County. In layman‘s terms, this the library for all property in the county. Michael is attempting to make history…
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