COLUMBIA, S.C. (WSPA) - The countdown to the 2026 election has officially begun in South Carolina. While it might seem far off, state officials said now is the time to get ready because the primary is only a year away. "You don't want to wait till the last minute. It's really important to make any updates to your registration that are needed before the voter registration deadline in May 2026. I know that seems like a far-out time away, but it can sneak up on you, " said John Michael Catalano with the S.C. State Election Commission.

This time next year, voters will decide which candidates will make it onto the November ballot, and there are several key races, including local offices, governor, and U.S. Senate. With issues like education, infrastructure, and healthcare on the line, experts

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