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Statewide Runoff Election Results June 23- Seabrook Island

The Lake House polling location closed promptly at 7:00 pm tonight. There were 525 people who voted in person today at the Lake House.

Below is a summary of the runoff races.  The numbers reflect only those who voted in person today at the Lake House. Early voting results are not included in this summary.

The results are also posted on the Lake House window as you walk in the front door.

Democratic Runoff Result

U.S. House of Representatives, District 1
Mac Deford ( Democratic ) 110
Nancy Lacore ( Democratic ) 115

Republican Runoff Results

Governor
Pamela Evette ( Republican ) 95
Alan Wilson ( Republican ) 202

Attorney General
Stephen Goldfinch ( Republican ) 124
David Stumbo ( Republican ) 162

Commissioner of Agriculture
Danny Ford ( Republican ) 95
Cody Simpson ( Republican ) 164

U.S. House of Representatives, District 1
Jenny Costa Honeycutt ( Republican ) 216
Mark Smith ( Republican ) 75

If you are interested in comparing these results with the June 9 Primary Election Results, click here.

–Tidelines Editors







Town of Kiawah Island: Traffic Alert for Betsy Kerrison Pkwy

Town of Kiawah Island will begin striping work on the Betsy Kerrison Parkway median tomorrow, Wednesday, June 24, starting at 8:00 am and finishing by end of day the following day.

There will be traffic control and vehicles parked in the median, so drivers are encouraged to slow down and drive cautiously through the area. Pay attention to signage and do not pass in the work zone since the paint may still be wet

-Submitted by Town of Kiawah

Heads Up: Temporary King Street Closure June 25-28

If you’re heading downtown this weekend, plan ahead. Southbound King Street near the Francis Marion Hotel will be temporarily closed from Thursday evening, June 25, through Sunday evening, June 28.

The closure is to accommodate a large crane for rooftop equipment installation at the hotel. We know this will cause some disruption.

The schedule is subject to weather delays. We appreciate your patience and will keep you updated as plans are finalized.

-Submitted by City of Charleston, SC

(Image credit: City of Charleston, SC)

Vote in the Runoff Election on Tuesday, June 23

Runoff elections are held in South Carolina if no candidate receives at least 50% plus one vote in a primary. The top two vote-getters advance to a head-to-head runoff.

The Lake House will be open for voting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 7:00 am – 7:00 pm.

Voters in one party’s primary can’t switch to the other party’s runoff ballot. They must stick with one party for the primary and runoff. In other words, people who vote a Democratic primary ballot can’t vote in the Republican runoffs two weeks later, and vice versa. If you didn’t vote in the primary, you can vote in either party’s runoffs but not both.

To see which candidates are in the Runoff Election, click here for a sample ballot.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: South Carolina Election Commission)

Be sure to make your plan to vote.

–Tidelines Editors

Status on Main Road Corridor Construction

As you drive up Main Road, do you wonder what is going on and when it will be finished?

According to the Main Road Corridor Segment A Newsletter, the project begins at Bees Ferry Road, continues along Main Road across US 17, and ends at the intersection of River Road and Chisolm Road. 

The goal of the project is to relieve severe traffic congestion and improve hurricane evacuation. Key features for this corridor include:

  • The Flyover: New interchange flyover ramps constructed from US 17 to Main Road.
  • Main Road Widening: Widening Main Road from two to four lanes from Bees Ferry Road to the River Road/Chisolm Road intersection.
  • Roundabout & Railroad: A new roundabout at Main/River/Chisolm roads and a replacement bridge over the CSX Railroad.
  • Shared-Use Paths: 12-foot-wide paths running throughout the corridor.

The project has several deadlines:

  • Construction of the Main/River/Chisolm roundabout will begin in Q2 2026.
  • Drilled shaft work for all ramps will begin in Q2 2026.
  • Final plans for the Old Pond Road turn lane are expected in Q3 2026.
  • The ramp 3 tie-in to US 17 construction will be completed by Q4 2026.
  • Ramp system construction continues.
  • Utility coordination and relocations continue.

Two websites that are interesting to go to:

–Tidelines Editors

(Image Credits: Charleston County Main Road Corridor Segment A)

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Vote Early or In-Person for Runoff Election June 23

Runoff elections are held in South Carolina if no candidate receives at least 50% plus one vote in a primary. The top two vote-getters advance to a head-to-head runoff.

Voters in one party’s primary can’t switch to the other party’s runoff ballot. They must stick with one party for the primary and runoff. In other words, people who vote a Democratic primary ballot can’t vote in the Republican runoffs two weeks later, and vice versa. If you didn’t vote in the primary, you can vote in either party’s runoffs but not both.

To see which candidates are in the Runoff Election, click here for a sample ballot.

There are two ways you can vote:

  • Early Voting – Wednesday, June 17, and Thursday, June 18, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm at the same five Charleston County locations that were used for primary early voting. Click here for a list of locations.
  • In-Person Voting – Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 7:00 am – 7:00 pm at the Lake House.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: South Carolina Election Commission)

Be sure to make your plan to vote.

–Tidelines Editors

Statewide Primary Election Results, June 9 – Seabrook Island

The Lake House polling location closed promptly at 7:00 pm tonight. There were 693 people who voted in person today at the Lake House.

A special thanks to all the poll workers for their vital role in assuring a safe and secure election. In addition to participating in training before the election, on Election Day, they arrived at the Lake House at 6:00 am to set up and stayed past 7:00 pm to put everything away. Thank you for your service!

Below is a summary of the races.  The numbers reflect only those who voted in person today at the Lake House. Absentee ballots and in-person ballots are not included in this summary.

The results are also posted on the Lake House window as you walk in the front door.

Democratic Races

Governor
Jermaine Johnson ( Democratic ) 76
Mullins McLeod ( Democratic ) 33
Billy Webster ( Democratic ) 147

Secretary of State
Jason Belton ( Democratic ) 67
Edwina Winter ( Democratic ) 159

State Treasurer
Vincent Coe ( Democratic ) 131
Trav Robertson Jr ( Democratic ) 91

Comptroller General
Tiffany Boozer ( Democratic ) 142
Bruce K Cole ( Democratic ) 79

State Superintendent of Education
Lisa Ellis ( Democratic ) 132
Sylvia Wright ( Democratic ) 99

U.S. Senate
Annie Andrews ( Democratic ) 236
Brandon P Brown ( Democratic ) 11
Kyle Freeman ( Democratic ) 12

U.S. House of Representatives, District 1
Francina Dantzler ( Democratic ) 1
Mac Deford ( Democratic ) 117
Max Diaz ( Democratic ) 2
Ben Frasier ( Democratic ) 5
Matthew Fulmer ( Democratic ) 3
Nancy Lacore ( Democratic ) 125
Mayra Rivera-Vazquez ( Democratic ) 8

Republican Races

Governor
Jacqueline DuBose 2
Pamela Evette ( Republican ) 106
Joshua Kimbrell ( Republican ) 6
Nancy Mace ( Republican ) 53
Ralph W Norman ( Republican ) 73
Rom Reddy ( Republican ) 84
Alan Wilson ( Republican ) 98

Attorney General
Stephen Goldfinch ( Republican ) 138
David M Pascoe ( Republican ) 123
David Stumbo ( Republican ) 112

Commissioner of Agriculture
Jeremy B Cannon ( Republican ) 53
Danny Ford ( Republican ) 79
Cody Simpson ( Republican ) 125
Fred West ( Republican ) 68

U.S. Senate
Calvin Cowen ( Republican ) 18
Thomas Keith Dismukes ( Republican ) 12
Lindsey Graham ( Republican ) 263
Pat Herrmann ( Republican ) 19
Mark Lynch ( Republican ) 86
Darius L Mitchell ( Republican ) 11

U.S. House of Representatives, District 1
Dan Brown ( Republican ) 25
Jay Byars ( Republican ) 15
Jenny Costa Honeycutt ( Republican ) 147
Logan Cunningham ( Republican ) 10
Tyler Dykes ( Republican ) 6
Kendal Ludden ( Republican ) 1
Sam McCown ( Republican ) 54
Alex Pelbath ( Republican ) 37
Cindy Wagers Riley ( Republican ) 5
Mark Sanford ( Republican ) 50
Mark Smith ( Republican ) 41

State House of Representatives, District 115
Johnnie Garmon ( Republican ) 220
Carlton Walker ( Republican ) 142

County Council, District 9
Adam Friend ( Republican ) 155
Caroline Parker ( Republican ) 179

Advisory Questions
Should people have the right to register with the political party of their choice when they register to vote?
Yes 330
No 74
Should candidates for local school boards be able to run as a candidate of the political party of their choice, just like candidates
for other elected offices?
Yes 285
No 129

–Tidelines Editors

Summertime Local Farmers Markets

Summer fruits and veggies fresh from the farm are now available at numerous farmers’ markets and farms around Charleston.

Sea Island Farmers Market is open year-round. This fresh air market takes place on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, and is hosted at Charleston Collegiate’s campus located at 2024 Academy Road, Johns Island.

Charleston Farmers Market recently returned to Marion Square. The market is open on Saturdays from  8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

On Sundays, head over to the Sunday Brunch Farmers Market located at 1977 Maybank Highway behind the Pour House. Vendors set up shop every Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Freshfields Farmers Market is hosted every Monday, June through August, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm.

If you’re looking for a farmers market and live music on a Tuesday afternoon, pack up the automobile and head to Mount Pleasant. Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is located at 645 Coleman Boulevard (Moultrie Middle School) from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm every Tuesday.

West Ashley Farmers Market is held at 55 Sycamore Avenue, Charleston, on Wednesdays, 3:00-7:00 pm.

North Charleston Farmers Market takes place every Thursday from May 7 through October 29 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Park Circle Pavilion, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: Sea Island Farmers Market)

Early Voting Ends Tomorrow

Will you be around on Tuesday, June 9, to vote in South Carolina’s Primary? If not, you still have a couple of days left to vote early.

There are several Early Voting locations, but the closest one to Seabrook Island is at the Greater Macedonia AME Church on 725 Savage Road. It is off Highway 17 near Costco.

If you applied for an Absentee Ballot, remember it must be received by the County Voter Registration Office by 7:00 p.m. on June 9. Please note that if you choose to mail it, the Post Office has changed its policy about postmark dates.

Click here for more details, as well as how to download a sample ballot.

–Tidelines Editors

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Be Aware of Scams 

The Town of Kiawah Island recently warned residents of an ongoing phone scam where callers claim residents missed jury duty and must pay immediately to avoid arrest.

These callers pose as law enforcement or court officials and may spoof official phone numbers to appear legitimate.

DO NOT send money, gift cards, wire transfers, cryptocurrency, payment via app, or provide personal information. If you receive one of these calls, hang up immediately and verify directly with the court or agency using an official phone number. 

The best protection against scams is a combination of caution and conversation.

  • Pause before responding. 
  • When in doubt, consult a trusted friend, family member, or financial advisor. 

Remember that it is never impolite to ignore or delete a message or phone call that doesn’t feel right. A moment of skepticism can prevent months of stress and financial loss.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: TOKI)

Important Dates for Statewide Primary Elections

On June 9, 2026, South Carolina will hold both Democratic and Republican Primaries. If you live on Seabrook Island, you vote in Charleston County, Seabrook Voting District, and our precinct location is the Lake House. South Carolina does not have party registration. In primaries, you can vote in only one party’s primary, and you can choose either party but not both.

There are some dates you need to be aware of:

Early Voting – Any voter can vote early at any early voting center. Click here for locations and times. Early voting starts Tuesday, May 26, and ends Friday, June 5. They are closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Absentee Voting – Only qualified voters can vote by absentee ballot. Examples of qualified voters are someone with a physical disability or who is over 65. Click here for other qualifications, deadlines, and how to apply for your absentee ballot. You have to apply for your absentee ballot – the deadline for applying is May 29. Once you receive your ballot, fill it out. Ballots must be received by the county voter registration office by 7:00 p.m. on election day. Please note that if you choose to mail it, the Post Office has changed its policy about postmark dates.

In-Person Voting on Election Day – The polling precinct for Seabrook Island is the Lake House. It will be open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm on June 9.  Don’t forget to bring your Photo ID.

Find out who is running for which office. Check your sample ballot by visiting your MyscVOTES page. You can view the sample ballots of both parties. South Carolina does not have party registration, and the Statewide Primaries are open to all registered SC voters. Poll managers will ask voters, “In which party’s primary do you wish to vote today?” Please note that these sample ballots are not your actual ballots. Your actual ballot will look different but will contain the same names and issues as the sample ballot.

Your vote really matters.

“Voting is the expression of our commitment to ourselves, one another, this country, and this world.” – Sharon Salzberg

–Tidelines Editors

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