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As hurricane season begins, (June 1 – November 30) it's important to stay informed and make the necessary preparations. Disasters can strike at any time, so having a response plan in place is essential. In an emergency, local officials and first responders may not be able to reach everyone right away. Make sure your household has enough supplies to sustain your family for at least three days. If...

Summer is in full swing! What a great time of year to enjoy all our island has to offer. One of the primary duties of City Council is approving a budget annually. Recently, City Council approved the city’s budget for the next fiscal year which begins on July 1. On the city’s website is the full budget for those that like to review the details and there is also a 1 page summary for those that like...

Please note: Only the immediate work area of the beach will be closed for the duration of these projects. The city offers more than 50 beach access paths to enjoy. For your safety, please stay clear of the construction area and equipment. May 27, 2025 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) USACE work is progressing, and sand is currently being deposited in the vicinity of Beach Access 3. Work is...

After Memorial Day, recycling collection will occur every Thursday through Labor Day. See City Calendar for schedule. Note: During the week of Labor Day, Recycling Collection will occur on Friday. (delayed by one day). Charleston County collects all recyclables in blue, 95-gallon roll-out carts. Single-stream recycling means all recyclable items may be placed together in the bin without sorting...

The Beach Reach Shuttle will return on Memorial Day weekend 2025. Beachgoers can #RideCARTA to the Isle of Palms! Hop on the Beach Reach Shuttle at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre and park for free -- then you'll be dropped off steps away from the sand! The seasonal park-and-ride shuttle will tie-in directly to the existing CARTA system at stop No. 715, a sheltered amenity located near the Belk Men’s...

Please note: Only the immediate work area of the beach will be closed for the duration of these projects. The city offers more than 50 beach access paths to enjoy. For your safety, please stay clear of the construction area and equipment. May 13, 2025 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) USACE work is progressing, and sand is currently being deposited in the 300 block of Ocean Blvd. Work is...

May 2, 2025 Please note: Only the immediate work area of the beach will be closed for the duration of these projects. The city offers more than 50 beach access paths to enjoy. Recent unusually high tides washed away some of the newly completed work; however, sand replenishment is in progress. For your safety, please stay clear of the construction area and equipment. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers...

I’m sitting outside this beautiful morning, enjoying the peacefulness of our community. Watching residents, workers, and visitors go about their days. A reminder of how most days are on our island. However, yesterday was a reminder of how fortunate we really are. Our Public Safety staff performed admirably once again. They arrived swiftly at the scene and provided support with media coordination...

Update #3 May 1, 2025 6:00 p.m. Law enforcement confirmed that the suspect is now in custody. Roadblocks have been lifted. Update #2 May 1, 2025 5:00 p.m. Sullivan's Island Police Department has released the identity of the suspect involved in the hit-and-run. Justin Collin Adams is still at large and possibly armed with a knife. He was reported to be on foot, wearing a red shirt and dark shorts...

Isle of Palms— May 1, 2025 — The Isle of Palms Police Department (IOPPD) will be equipped with life-saving equipment thanks to a donation from a local business group called the Isle of Palms Family Vacation Rental Group (FVRG). The FVRG purchased two automated external defibrillators (AED) for the department. The goal will be to have these critical life-saving tools readily available in patrol...