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WakeUp Carolina Celebrates Moncks Corner Grand Opening With Ribbon Cutting
To help address the alarming rise in substance misuse in the Lowcountry and offer hope in recovery, WakeUp Carolina celebrated the grand opening of its newest location in Moncks Corner on Monday. The post WakeUp Carolina Celebrates Moncks Corner Grand Opening With Ribbon Cutting first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
SC Native American Tribal Chiefs Gather In Moncks Corner To Address Shared Challenges
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Thursday marked a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between South Carolina State Recognized Tribal Chiefs and the Federally Recognized Catawba tribe, as they convened with Dr. Delores Dacosta, Executive Director of the Commission for Minority Affairs, and Joshua Shumak, Program Manager of Native American Affairs, at the prestigious Old Santee Canal Park in Moncks Corner. […] The post SC Native American Tribal Chiefs Gather In Moncks Corner To Address Shared Challenges first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Fire Destroys Cordesville Family’s Home: Red Cross
CORDESVILLE, S.C. – American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on Witherbee Road, was destroyed by a fire Sunday afternoon. The Red Cross is helping three people by providing financial assistance for immediate needs such as food, clothing, and shelter, along with referrals to much-needed resources. No other details were provided. This March, the American Red […] The post Fire Destroys Cordesville Family’s Home: Red Cross first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
1 Killed, 1 Injured in Hwy. 17A Crash Near Macedonia
One person has died and another person was injured following a collision near the Macedonia community in Berkeley County, the South Carolina Highway Patrol confirmed. The post 1 Killed, 1 Injured in Hwy. 17A Crash Near Macedonia first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Goose Creek Man Rescued After Falling Tree Traps Man In Bed
Several fire departments recently worked together to rescue a man trapped in his bed in Goose Creek after a tree fell on his home. The post Goose Creek Man Rescued After Falling Tree Traps Man In Bed first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
BCSD Board Recognizes 2024 Teachers Of The Year
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – At the Monday, March 4, Berkeley County Board of Education meeting, educators recognized as the Teacher the Year from each BCSD school were honored. The formal recognition from the Berkeley County Board of Education happens yearly each spring, preceding several events meant to honor their contributions to the children and families of BCSD. In addition to […] The post BCSD Board Recognizes 2024 Teachers Of The Year first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Berkeley County Government To Host In-House Job Fair March 21
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Berkeley County government will host an in-house job fair for open county positions on Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will take place at the county Administration Building, located at 1003 Highway 52 in Moncks Corner. Members of the public needing a job or seeking a career change are invited […] The post Berkeley County Government To Host In-House Job Fair March 21 first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Jamestown’s Park Fence Project Celebrated With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
The next time you visit Jamestown's recreational park you'll notice some changes. The post Jamestown’s Park Fence Project Celebrated With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Berkeley County Creates Conservation Commission To Steer Future “Greenbelt” Projects
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – At its meeting on Monday meeting, Berkeley County Council unanimously voted to approve an ordinance establishing the creation of a Berkeley County Conservation and Greenbelt Advisory Commission. “This committee is critical to the county’s future quality of life, as we seek to preserve land, as well as plan and implement new passive and active parks across […] The post Berkeley County Creates Conservation Commission To Steer Future “Greenbelt” Projects first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office To Undergo Onsite Assessment For Re-Accreditation
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is scheduled for a site-based assessment March 11-14, 2024, as part of a 4-year process for re-accreditation, administered by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). This assessment will verify that the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office continues to maintain national accreditation by confirming compliance to all applicable law […] The post Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office To Undergo Onsite Assessment For Re-Accreditation first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Berkeley County Man Sentenced To 2.5 Years In Federal Prison For Bank Fraud
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Cordero Prioleau, 35, of Ladson, was sentenced to two and a half years in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to bank fraud, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Evidence presented to the court showed that Prioleau deposited a fraudulent check into his Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) bank account in the amount of […] The post Berkeley County Man Sentenced To 2.5 Years In Federal Prison For Bank Fraud first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
DSS Charges Berkeley County Woman With Food Stamp Fraud
Octavia Lashay Rivers, 40, of Goose Creek has been charged with one count of fraudulent acquisition or use of food stamps valued $10,000 or more and one count of forgery, value less than $10,000. The post DSS Charges Berkeley County Woman With Food Stamp Fraud first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Keep Berkeley Beautiful Receives $10K Grant To Increase Litter Prevention
The grant provides local Keep America Beautiful (KAB) affiliates in South Carolina with a competitive financial opportunity to add additional resources that address specific local litter concerns. The post Keep Berkeley Beautiful Receives $10K Grant To Increase Litter Prevention first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
1 Killed, 1 Injured In I-26 Crash In Berkeley County: SCHP
According to SCHP Trooper Brandon J. Bolt, the crash happened around 2:20 a.m. on Interstate 26 near mile marker 203 in Ladson. The post 1 Killed, 1 Injured In I-26 Crash In Berkeley County: SCHP first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Goose Creek Seeks Bids To Remove Wedding & Prayer Chapel After Renovations Prove Costly
Goose Creek Mayor Greg Habib announced Thursday that the city is currently accepting bids from residents or local businesses to purchase the chapel and have it moved to a new location. The post Goose Creek Seeks Bids To Remove Wedding & Prayer Chapel After Renovations Prove Costly first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Whitesville Elementary Students Learn About Dental Health
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month and Delta Dental of South Carolina’s popular, award-winning Land of Smiles® dental education program is on the road, taking the crusade for healthy teeth to more than 9,400 youngsters at 38 schools across the state. The cast of dynamic superhero characters made their most recent stop in Moncks Corner for […] The post Whitesville Elementary Students Learn About Dental Health first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
FBI Accepting Academy Applications From Berkeley County Teens
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – The FBI Columbia Field Office is accepting applications for its annual Teen Academy this summer. Teens in Berkeley County and throughout the state are encouraged to apply. This year’s academy will be held June 26-27 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the FBI Columbia headquarters, located at 222 Caughman Farm Ln., Lexington, SC, 29072. The […] The post FBI Accepting Academy Applications From Berkeley County Teens first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Berkeley County Names John O. Williams New Economic Development Director
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Berkeley County has named John O. Williams, II the County’s new economic development director. County council approved the item at its Monday meeting. “I would like to thank Supervisor Cribb and County Council for placing their trust in me as I embark in this new role. As always, it is a privilege and an honor to […] The post Berkeley County Names John O. Williams New Economic Development Director first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Berkeley County Council Approves $100K for Daniel Island School
Berkeley County Council voted unanimously to approve $100,000 for Daniel Island School to fund handicap-accessible playground equipment for special needs students and expand the school’s community sensory garden. The post Berkeley County Council Approves $100K for Daniel Island School first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Moncks Corner Woman Killed In I-26 Crash
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – The Berkeley County Coroner’s Office has identified a woman who died recently in a crash on Interstate 26. On Saturday, 2024, Coroner Darnell Hartwell said his office was contacted by a local hospital regarding the death of a patient who was involved in a traffic accident on February 22nd, 2024 on I-26 near mile marker 194. […] The post Moncks Corner Woman Killed In I-26 Crash first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
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