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27th Annual Kids’ Day brings free resources to Cross
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - An annual event in Cross brought essential resources and support to residents and their families Thursday. The 27th annual Kids’ Day event at Cross High School was organized by the nonprofit Communities Helping to Encourage Change in Kids in partnership with the Cross Community Center.
Week 1: Cobras, Foxes set to do battle for 21st time
Two Lowcountry football programs who grew up together renew their rivalry in Week 1 of the season Friday, Aug. 30, at Cane Bay High School. The Cobras, from the Berkeley County School District, welcome Ashley Ridge High School into town for the 21st overall meeting between the schools since their doors opened in 2008. Cane Bay leads 12-8 all-time against the Dorchester School District 2 program.
Stratford stadium evacuated during game
The first night of regular season high school football in Berkeley County had to be cut short during one contest between Summerville High School and Stratford High School. According to witnesses the stadium in Goose Creek had to be evacuated just before the third quarter. According to reports, the Goose...
Deadline To Appeal Assessment Notice For Berkeley County Property Is Sept. 20
If you are a property owner in Berkeley County and disagree with your most recent assessment notice, you have until Sept. 20 to appeal it. The post Deadline To Appeal Assessment Notice For Berkeley County Property Is Sept. 20 first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
‘Light The Way For Hope’ Ceremony To Remember Those Lost To Overdose
On Aug. 27 at 7 p.m., WakeUp Carolina will host its inaugural "Light the Way for Hope" event at Unity Park on East Main Street in downtown Moncks Corner. The post ‘Light The Way For Hope’ Ceremony To Remember Those Lost To Overdose first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Speeding South Carolina driver refused to pull over 'because it was his birthday,' deputies say
Authorities in South Carolina have arrested a man they say ran from deputies "because it was his birthday." Deputies in Berkeley County said DeShone Bernard Rivers, 28, was arrested Monday morning in Moncks Corner and charged with several traffic-related charges. According to deputies, they saw two vehicles driving by at...
Coroner IDs victim of fatal Berkeley Co. motorcycle crash
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - The Berkeley County Coroner has identified the man who died in a motorcycle crash Wednesday night. Joe Britton, 64, of Pineville, died from injuries he sustained in the collision. The crash happened just before 8 p.m. on Thomas Walters Road near Timberline Way, approximately three...
Emergency services center in Berkeley County receives $1.6M for expansion
The Berkeley County Emergency Services Training Center has received more than $1.5 million in state funding for expansion and facility upgrades at its site in Moncks Corner. The training center has se...
Law license of former SC state senator suspended months after Charleston arrest
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The South Carolina Supreme Court has suspended a former state senator’s license to practice law “until further order.”. A court document filed Monday shows John Kuhn was placed on interim suspension under South Carolina’s lawyer disciplinary rules, specifically under a section citing misconduct, which reads as follows:
Berkeley County Library to host free bingo night for all ages
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — The Berkeley County Library System is inviting participants of all ages to get ready to shout "Bingo" at their upcoming free event. BCLS is hosting adult bingo at the Moncks Corner library on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friends of...
Wambaw Cycle Trail Closed Until Further Notice
The U.S. Forest Service announced Wednesday that the Wambaw Cycle Trail will remain closed until further notice due to impacts from Tropical Storm Debby. The post Wambaw Cycle Trail Closed Until Further Notice first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Charleston Dermatology Opens Fourth Location
Charleston Dermatology, a leading provider of medical, surgical and cosmetic skin care, is excited to announce the grand opening of its fourth location at the Berkeley Medical Complex. The new office opens on Aug. 12 and will offer comprehensive services to residents of Berkeley County and surrounding areas. Located at...
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