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1. Company to invest $15.6 million, create 167 jobs in Summerville (live5news.com) — A new Translucent Solar factory in Summerville will bring a $15.7 million investment and 167 manufacturing jobs to Dorchester County, with production expected to start by early 2027. The company is renovating a former industrial facility, will rely on the Port of Charleston, and is already recruiting for a range of positions tied to its high‑efficiency solar panel lines.
2. Man sentenced to 35 years for murder after shooting in North Charleston (counton2.com) — A 22-year-old Summerville man has been sentenced to 35 years in state prison for murdering a 21-year-old during a 2021 drug-related shooting in North Charleston. Jurors saw video showing the gunman approach a parked vehicle and fire multiple shots as the victim tried to flee, and prosecutors said no clear motive emerged beyond a soured prior friendship.
3. Lowcountry High School Football (live5news.com) — Summerville football fans can circle this Friday as the Green Wave host Sumter in a featured Week 1 matchup on August 21. A full Lowcountry schedule includes Ashley Ridge, Ft. Dorchester, Pinewood Prep, and other area teams kicking off the high school season, with more previews promised throughout the week.
4. New wine and food festival coming to Summerville (counton2.com) — Summerville food and wine lovers can look forward to the inaugural Nexton Wine & Food Festival at The Pickle Bar on October 17, 2026. The event promises tastings from eight wineries, chef-driven dishes from local culinary talent, live music, and a new annual tradition celebrating Summerville and Berkeley County's food and hospitality scene.
5. St. George woman accused of firing gun toward victim and child, deputies say (live5news.com) — Summerville-area readers should know Dorchester County deputies arrested a St. George woman after a Sunday evening incident where a shot was allegedly fired toward an adult and child at a home on Plum Nellie Lane. No injuries were reported, and investigators say they collected evidence and executed a search warrant as the case remains under investigation.
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