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The candidate filing period for the Inman City Council special election is open until Feb. 2. Candidates must pay a $50 filing fee and submit a Statement of Intention of Candidacy. County officials advise candidates to complete their filing prior to the weekend due to potential winter weather.

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Rick Hellams and Greg Wood, former council members, will be running in the Lyman Town Council Special Election in February 2026. The election aims to fill the unexpired term left vacant by David Petty, who was elected to the town's mayoral seat in the Nov. 4 General Election. Residents must be registered to vote by Jan. 11, 2026, to be eligible to vote in the special election. Registered voters who cannot vote in person may vote by absentee ballot.

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South Carolina's Municipal Election Day saw typical voter turnout rates of 8-12% for city council races, with some precincts reaching up to 26%. The size of the race and media coverage can influence turnout rates, with national and state elections typically receiving more attention. The House District 21 special primary runoff saw a full recount, highlighting the importance of every vote in localized elections.

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Unofficial results for the Greer City Council election have been announced, showing Karuiam Booker taking District Two, Charles Lander taking District Four and Paul Lamb taking District Six.

The results began rolling in at around 8 p.m. on Tuesday, following the Nov. 4 General Election.