City of Charleston News

Charleston City Council approved a $113.6M Fiscal Year 2027 budget this evening, advancing a financial plan that continues the City’s focus on long-term stability, investments in employees, and improvements to infrastructure and neighborhoods—without increasing taxes or fees.

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin and Finance Director Andy Wood presented a proposed $113.6M FY2027 budget during this evening’s Finance Committee Meeting, reflecting continued financial stability, commitment to city employees, and investments in infrastructure improvements – without increasing taxes or fees.

The City of Charleston Office of Public Art is accepting submissions from Kanawha County students, grades K-12, for the Youth Arts 2026 City of Charleston Juried Exhibition. Artwork will be on display from March 30 – April 2 in the Clendenin Lobby of the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center, with a reception and awards ceremony taking place on April 2 at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center Theater. Artists whose entries are accepted will be notified before the exhibit opening.

The City of Charleston Parks and Recreation Department announced the 2026 Magic Island Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, April 4, at Magic Island, offering a full morning of springtime fun for families.