🗳️ How to vote early if you live in South Carolina
Presented by South Carolina Election Commission
Exercise your right to vote during the early voting period, beginning two weeks before Election Day. | Photo provided by South Carolina Election Commission
Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5) is less than a month away, and we have a feeling the polls will be busy. The good news: South Carolina residents can take advantage of early voting during a presidential election for the first time ever. If you’re a registered voter in Rock Hill, SC, this isa great way tobeat the crowds and avoid last-minute delays on Election Day.
Psst... If you live in North Carolina, you’re eligible to vote early, too. Learn more.
When to vote early
Early voting in South Carolina is happening now; it started on Monday, Oct. 21.
Early voting ends on Saturday, Nov. 2.
Where to vote
Every county in South Carolina will have at least one early voting center. Find out where to go using the list of early voting locations in your county for the 2024 General Election.
Voting hours
You can vote Mondays through Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Early voting is closed on Sunday, Oct. 27.
What to expect
When you vote early, make sure to bring a valid photo ID. You’ll use the same voting machines that are used on election day, and your early vote will be counted just like the ones cast on Nov. 5. However, there won’t be any early election results announced, so you’ll still need to wait for the final count.
Wednesday, Oct. 23 The Art of Reading: The Lacuna | Wednesday, Oct. 23 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Mint Museum Randolph | $15 | Discuss Barbara Kingsolver’s “The Lacuna” before touring the museum’s gallery featuring Spanish Colonial works.
Pumpkin Carving Contest|Wednesday, Oct. 23 | 6-9 p.m. | The Bohemian: A Wine Bar | $25 | Sip on vino and show off your skills at this inaugural pumpkin carving contest.
Thursday, Oct. 24 An Afternoon with Cinda Williams Chima| Thursday, Oct. 24 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Books-A-Million, Concord | $18+ | Meet the best-selling authorto celebrate the release of her new book, “Bane of Asgard.”
My Breast Friend’s Wedding Benefiting Go Jen Go|Thursday, Oct. 24 | 6-9 p.m. | Hyatt Centric SouthPark | $50 | Dress in your favorite wedding attire for a celebration benefiting breast cancer thrivers and survivors.
Charlotte Roller Derby Throwdown Thursday | Thursday, Oct. 24 | 7-8 p.m. | Grady Cole Center | $11+ | Experience the excitement of roller derby as two teams battle on the track.
Friday, Oct. 25 Charlotte Checkers vs. Bridgeport Islanders | Friday, Oct. 25 | 7 p.m. | Bojangles Coliseum | $25 | Prepare for action on the ice as the Checkers play at home.
Rainbow Kitten Surprise | Friday, Oct. 25 | 8 p.m. | Spectrum Center | $45 | Jam to the Boone-based indie rock band in Charlotte.
Non-essential travel is now allowed in western North Carolina. Drivers are asked to remain cautious for slow-moving traffic and ongoing road closures. Gov. Roy Cooper estimated infrastructure repairs from Hurricane Helene could cost $5 billion. (WCNC)
Announced
Grandfather Mountain will reopen this morning at 9 a.m. The western North Carolina park has been closed since Sept. 26 in wake of Hurricane Helene. The popular tourist attraction will return to being open seven days a week. (WCNC)
Civic
Charlotte City Council deferred a decision on a 300-unit apartment complex in the Elizabeth neighborhood. The development plans to replace offices on Central Avenue and a house on Sunnyside Avenue. The zoning committee will vote at a later date. (WCNC)
Real Estate
The former Asian Corner Mall on North Tryon Street will be transformed into 180+ townhomes. Investment firm Beauxwright purchased the 11-acre site at the corner of East Sugar Creek Road and Greensboro Street in 2022. The mixed-use development will be called “Sugar Yards.” (The Charlotte Observer)
Development
Charleston developer Greystar is eyeing to build apartments on the south side of Tuckaseegee Road near Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The 11.5-acre property would comprise of 306 units with mostly one- and two-bedroom apartments + luxury amenities. A timeline remains TBA. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Biz
Food truck Eggroll Company is rolling into its first permanent location at Camp North End. Customers can expect menu classics like the Uptown Steak, Pizza, and Veggie Delight. Doors open this fall. We’ll keep you posted on the exact opening date.
Closed
Village Tavern closed in SouthPark. The restaurant, known for its outdoor patio space, opened in 1989. Owners credited an expiring lease and conflicts with a long-term plan moving forward. The restaurant hopes to find a new location in Charlotte once the “appropriate space” is found. (The Charlotte Ledger)
Opening
Cheat’s Cheesesteaks is set to open its second Charlotte location along the Rail Trail in South End. The restaurant debuts Saturday, Nov. 9 at 2137 Hawkins St. The new location will have window service + an expanded menu.
Eat
Get a slice of this. Zepeddie’s Pizzeria is hosting its grand opening on Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2. Customers can savor a slice of authentic New York-style pizza at the family-owned business at 4516 Nations Crossing Rd. in Lower South End.
Trending
Country singer Lainey Wilson visited and delivered supplies to Chimney Rock as the village heals from Hurricane Helene. Wilson, who appears on the hit Paramount series “Yellowstone,” thanked the local sheriff and fire departments for their response. (WBTV)
Sports
The Charlotte Hornets will honor longtime announcer Pat Doughty with a halftime ceremony in Saturday’s home opener against the Miami Heat. “Big Pat” served as announcer for nearly 20 seasons before his passing in July. Doughty’s family will attend Saturday’s game. Tickets are now available.
Listen
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Prepare to be dazzled for aerial performances. | Photo via City of Monroe
Cue Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone.”
The 2024 Warbirds Over Monroe Air Show takes flight Veterans Day weekend at Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport on Saturday Nov. 9 and Sunday, Nov. 10.
Strap in for an action-packed air show honoring the men and women of the US Armed Forces when dozens of World War II-era planes and beyond take the sky.
Gates open at 9 a.m. with aerial entertainment starting around 12 p.m.
Pro tip: Bring folding chairs or blankets for a comfortable seat + your camera. Keep in mind, drones are not permitted.
The show will have 30+ vendors on site with food and drink options + military memorabilia for sale.
$5 for current and former military service members
Children under 12 are free
$45 for each box seat
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It’s wonderful to report travel is opening up again in western North Carolina. One of my favorite places to visit this time of year is the Oconaluftee Visitor Center in Cherokee where elk herds are commonly spotted. I captured this photo of an elk herd last fall.
