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James Island, SC

James Island is a town in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States. It is located in the central and southern parts of James Island. James Island is included within the Charleston-North Charleston-Summerville metropolitan area and the Charleston-North Charleston Urbanized Area.

Here at James Island on November 14, 1782, Tadeusz Kościuszko, Colonel of the Continental Army, led the last known armed action of the Revolutionary War against the British and was nearly killed. Later, The Continental Congress named Kosciuszko Brigadier General for his service in both the North, including his tremendous assistance to General Gates at The Battle of Saratoga and brilliant efforts assisting General Greene in saving the South Region Army from Cornwallis forces and ultimately severely weakening the British under command of Cornwallis.

In the American Civil War, the Battle of Secessionville was fought on James Island. Long settled as a semi-rural area, this island has been affected by increasing urbanization and the expansion of the city of Charleston. Island residents incorporated the Town of James Island on January 8, 1993. Joan Sooy was elected as the first Mayor in March 1993. A lawsuit was filed by the City of Charleston claiming that the parts of the new Town were not contiguous, being separated by salt marsh that it had already incorporated. The City of Charleston prevailed at Circuit Court and the Town appealed. The South Carolina Supreme Court ruled against the Town in 1997.

The town of James Island is served by the Charleston International Airport. It is located in the City of North Charleston and is about 12 miles (20 km) northwest of James Island. It is the busiest passenger airport in South Carolina (IATA: CHS, ICAO: KCHS). The airport shares runways with the adjacent Charleston Air Force Base. Charleston Executive Airport is a smaller airport located in the John's Island section of the city of Charleston and is used by noncommercial aircraft. Both airports are owned and operated by the Charleston County Aviation Authority.

James Island places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several healthcare facilities serving the community. The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Health James Island offers comprehensive medical services, including primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the James Island Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include James Island Fitness, O2 Fitness, and Gold's Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around James Island, such as the James Island County Park and Melton Peter Demetre Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in James Island, SC are Wild Blue Ropes, Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, and Pinckney Park.

Population: 11,903 (2023). ZIP code: 29412. Area codes: 843, 854. Elevation: 3 meters (10 feet). Area: 4.77 sq mi (12.35 km²).

FAQs

Does James Island, SC have a beach?

As you might expect, easy access to the beach is one of the main draws for many James Island residents. While James Island doesn't have its beach, getting to Folly Beach is easy, and James Islanders have the opportunity to get there and find parking before beachgoers from other parts of Charleston get stuck in traffic on Folly Road. When you live on James Island, you can go to the beach in the morning, relax at home in the afternoon, and then go out for dinner in historic downtown Charleston or at one of the popular waterfront restaurants on Shem Creek.

Can you live on James Island, SC?

James Island is a suburb of Charleston with a population of 11,689. James Island is in Charleston County and is one of the best places to live in South Carolina. Living in James Island offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In James Island, there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in James Island and residents tend to lean conservative.

How did James Island, SC get its name?

The island was originally named for King James II of England, but its name was changed to Jamestowne in 1680. The first Fort Johnson was built on the island in 1708, and it was here that the first shots of the American Revolution were fired in 1775. The island was also the site of the Battle of Secessionville during the Civil War.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of James Island

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Health James Island 

James Island Parks and Recreation Department 

James Island Fitness

O2 Fitness 

Gold's Gym

James Island County Park 

Melton Peter Demetre Park

Wild Blue Ropes

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

Pinckney Park

Charleston Life

Niche

Greg Harrelson

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