Daily editionTuesday, August 11th, 2026

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The 5AM North Charleston Team

Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of August.

Culture

Rock band Night Ranger will perform at the Charleston Music Hall on Friday, Aug. 21, where founder Brad Gillis and his bandmates will deliver classic hits (including 'Sister Christian') before heading to Fukuoka, Japan with Journey next week.
Charleston.comRead more

Government

Joint Base Charleston has been renamed Joint Base Lindsey Graham to honor the late senator’s military and public service.
The new sign was unveiled Monday during a ceremony with federal, state and local leaders, and the base is moving forward with facility improvements.
WCSC Live 5 NewsRead more

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Joint Base Charleston has been renamed Joint Base Lindsey Graham to honor the late senator’s military and public service.