City of Charleston News

The City of Charleston Office of Public Art is accepting submissions from Kanawha County students, grades K-12, for the 2025 Charleston Youth Art Month (YAM) Juried Exhibition. Artwork will be on display from April 14-17 – with a reception and awards ceremony taking place on April 17 at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center.

The City of Charleston will host a Here to Serve community meeting at Roosevelt Neighborhood Center on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The Spring 2025 Team Up to Clean Up events will take place on April 12 and May 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local businesses, organizations, and members of the community are encouraged to join the City to clean and beautify Charleston.

Mayor Amy Goodwin shared the following statement on the passing of former Charleston Council Member Jack Harrison.

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin proclaimed January 24, 2025 as Maddox “MadDog” Potter Day in Charleston, encouraging all citizens to honor Maddox’s memory, celebrate his legacy, and reflect on the impact of hope in overcoming adversity.