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10/26/2026

Chester City Council Meeting - October 26, 2026

🚨Closure Notice🚨
10/14/2026

🚨Closure Notice🚨

Be sure to stop by Joe Collins Stadium this evening and show our young athletes some love! Come out, cheer them on, and ...
10/14/2026

Be sure to stop by Joe Collins Stadium this evening and show our young athletes some love!

Come out, cheer them on, and enjoy a great evening of youth football!

💙Games start at 6:00 PM.
♥️Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children.
💙 Concessions will be available.

Let's fill those stands and support our kids! See you there! ❤️

The City of Chester, SC invites residents to join Chester City Council and City Administrator Fair for a discussion on p...
10/14/2026

The City of Chester, SC invites residents to join Chester City Council and City Administrator Fair for a discussion on plans and next steps for all City parks.

🔹 Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
🔹 City of Chester AgriBusiness Center
🔹 111 Columbia Street, Chester, SC

The workshop will provide an opportunity to share the City's plans for park improvements and receive valuable feedback from the community.

We welcome your participation and look forward to a productive discussion.

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Railroad Crossing ClosureThe railroad crossing on W. Elliott Street will be closed beginning Monday, Oc...
10/12/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Railroad Crossing Closure

The railroad crossing on W. Elliott Street will be closed beginning Monday, October 19, at 8:30 AM through Wednesday, October 21, at 5:00 PM for emergency repairs.

This will be a complete closure. Detour signs will be in place.

Please note: This notice is being shared for public awareness only. The repairs are being conducted by CSX Transportation and are not associated with the City of Chester, SC.

Join Councilman David Claytor and Councilman Heyward Boyd for a Ward 2 Town Hall this Wednesday at George B. Guy Park.📅 ...
10/05/2026

Join Councilman David Claytor and Councilman Heyward Boyd for a Ward 2 Town Hall this Wednesday at George B. Guy Park.

📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 George B. Guy Park

Come out, ask questions, and be part of the conversation. 💚

Parents...here's a cool event for the kiddos. 👇🏾Come grab some pizza, make a craft, and have a little Halloween fun with...
10/05/2026

Parents...here's a cool event for the kiddos. 👇🏾

Come grab some pizza, make a craft, and have a little Halloween fun with us! 👻🍕🎃

🗓️Friday, October 9 | 5–7 PM
📍 Aquatic & Fitness Center - 157 Columbia St.

CITY OF CHESTER, SOUTH CAROLINAPROCLAMATIONBREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTHOCTOBER 2026WHEREAS, breast cancer affects women...
10/03/2026

CITY OF CHESTER, SOUTH CAROLINA
PROCLAMATION
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
OCTOBER 2026

WHEREAS, breast cancer affects women and men, families, friends, and communities across our nation, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month provides an opportunity to increase awareness, encourage early detection, and support those impacted by this disease; and

WHEREAS, early detection and access to appropriate screening and medical care remain important tools in improving breast cancer outcomes, and individuals are encouraged to speak with their healthcare providers about their personal risk factors and recommended screening; and

WHEREAS, during the month of October, we recognize the strength and courage of those currently undergoing treatment, celebrate breast cancer survivors, and honor the memory of those whose lives have been lost to breast cancer; and

WHEREAS, we also recognize the families, caregivers, healthcare professionals, advocates, researchers, and community organizations who provide support, education, treatment, and hope to individuals affected by breast cancer; and

WHEREAS, the City of Chester stands with all those impacted by breast cancer and encourages our community to promote awareness, support one another, and prioritize health and early detection;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Carlos Williams, Mayor of the City of Chester, South Carolina, on behalf of the Chester City Council, do hereby proclaim the month of October 2026 as

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

in the City of Chester and encourage all citizens to join us in raising awareness, supporting survivors and those currently fighting breast cancer, remembering those we have lost, and promoting the importance of early detection and access to care.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and cause the official seal of the City of Chester, South Carolina, to be affixed this 28th day of September 2026.

Carlos Williams, Mayor
City of Chester, South Carolina

CITY OF CHESTER, SOUTH CAROLINAPROCLAMATIONDOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTHOCTOBER 2026WHEREAS, domestic violence affec...
10/03/2026

CITY OF CHESTER, SOUTH CAROLINA
PROCLAMATION
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
OCTOBER 2026

WHEREAS, domestic violence affects individuals and families of every age, race, background, and circumstance, causing lasting physical, emotional, and social harm throughout our communities; and

WHEREAS, every person deserves to live free from violence, fear, intimidation, and abuse and to feel safe in their home and relationships; and

WHEREAS, Domestic Violence Awareness Month provides an opportunity to honor survivors, remember those whose lives have been lost to domestic violence, support individuals and families impacted by abuse, and raise awareness of resources available to those in need; and

WHEREAS, preventing domestic violence requires the collective efforts of law enforcement, victim advocates, service providers, community organizations, local government, families, neighbors, and concerned citizens; and

WHEREAS, the City of Chester recognizes the courage and strength of survivors and remains committed to promoting a community where victims are heard, supported, protected, and empowered; and

WHEREAS, during the month of October, we encourage the citizens of Chester to learn the signs of domestic violence, support survivors without judgment, speak out against abuse, and help build a community where healthy and safe relationships are the standard.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that I, Carlos Williams, Mayor of the City of Chester, South Carolina, along with the Chester City Council, do hereby recognize October 2026 as

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH in the City of Chester, SC and call upon our citizens to stand together in support of survivors, remember those we have lost, and reaffirm our commitment to ending domestic violence in our community.

PROCLAIMED this 28th day of September 2026.
__________________________________
Carlos Williams, Mayor
City of Chester, South Carolina

🎺 The City of Chester Christmas Parade is December 6, 2026 at 3 PM!We’re calling ALL Churches, Bands, Dance Teams, Soc...
10/03/2026

🎺 The City of Chester Christmas Parade is December 6, 2026 at 3 PM!

We’re calling ALL Churches, Bands, Dance Teams, Social Clubs, Greeks, Political & Community Leaders, Businesses, Kings & Queens and anyone ready to bring some Christmas spirit to Chester! ❤️💚

✨ ALL PARADE ENTRIES ARE FREE! ✨

🎄 Parade Signups & Vendor Registration begin October 7, 2026.

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120 Church Street
Chester, SC
29706

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Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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