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Moncks Corner Police: Suspect Armed with Rifle Robs Gas Station, Arrested Shortly After

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–According to Moncks Corner Police Chief Rick Ollic, on Friday morning his officers responded to 605 North Highway 52  (The Pantry BP Station) in reference to an armed robbery. Ollic says a suspect robbed the store clerk while armed with a rifle. Approximately $100 was taken, he says. Through information, investigation and forensic evidence from the scene, Ollic says officers […]

Health

DHEC: No Confirmed Cases of Zika Virus in South Carolina

According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, there are no confirmed cases of Zika virus in South Carolina as of Friday. In response to an outbreak of Zika virus in South America, the Centers for Disease Control and Protection has issued travel advisories for anyone traveling to areas where the virus is common. The advisory is particularly […]

Education

Erin Moffett Named Berkeley Middle School Rookie Teacher of the Year

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Erin Moffett, a sixth grade social studies teacher, was recognized as the Berkeley Middle School 2016 Rookie Teacher of the Year. Administrators surprised Moffett with this honor Thursday afternoon, February 5. Rookie Teacher of the Year is an award selected by school administrators to recognize an outstanding first year teacher. Moffett, originally from Ann Arbor, Michigan, majored in […]

Government

Five Candidates Running for Goose Creek City Council, Three Councilmen Not Seeking Re-election

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–Goose Creek councilman Jerry Tekac is the latest council member who won’t be seeking re-election. He made the announcement Friday via social media. “I have been proud to serve as a council member for Goose Creek, and it is truly an honor to represent the residents and businesses where I have called home for the past 18 years,” […]

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Berkeley County Deputies Actively Looking for Armed Robbery Suspect

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect of an armed robbery that occurred on January 24th at the Kangaroo convenience store, located at 1044 Red Bank Road in Goose Creek. During the morning hours of January 24th, Sheriff’s deputies responded to an armed robbery at the Kangaroo convenience store. At […]

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Online Petition Launched to Bring Back Former EMS Director Bob Mixter

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Just weeks after former EMS Director Steve Cotter resigned from his position, support is growing to bring back the man who was in the position prior, Bob Mixter. Mixter was employed by Berkeley County EMS for more than twenty years as a crew member, training officer, deputy director, and director before he resigned from the position […]

Education

BCSD’s Athletic Signing Day Ceremony Rescheduled after District Employee Collapses

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–On Wednesday afternoon, February 3, Charlie Davis, BCSD Coordinator of Pupil Services, collapsed during the BCSD Athletic Signing Day Ceremony, stated BCSD Spokesperson Katie Orvin. District officials and school administrators responded immediately, performing CPR until emergency officials arrived. “BCSD is thankful to report that Mr. Davis is expected to make a full recovery,” stated Orvin. “We appreciate the quick […]

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Santee Cooper Initiates Spill at Santee Spillway

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. — Due to current lake levels and forecasted rainfall upstream, Santee Cooper began spilling operations today at the Santee Dam. The controlled spill began at 2,500 cubic feet of water per second into the Santee River. Spilling, which is a normal part of Santee Cooper’s hydroelectric operations in periods of increased flows into the lakes, is expected […]

Education

Charlie Harrison Named New Athletics Director for Berkeley High, Search Continues for Head Coach

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. —More than a month after Berkeley High’s former athletic director Jeff Cruce filed a wrongful termination against the Berkeley County School District, the BHS stags are looking ahead to the future and a fresh start. Recently, Berkeley High School Assistant Principal Charlie Harrison was chosen to serve as the school’s new athletic director, a role Harrison, who’s already […]

Government

Berkeley County to Vote Monday on Resolution Opposing Guantanamo Bay Transfer to Hanahan

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Berkeley County Supervisor Bill Peagler has placed a resolution on Monday’s County Council meeting agenda that opposes the closing of Guantanamo Bay and opposes the transfer of terrorists to the Naval Brig in Hanahan. “I am introducing this resolution for two reasons: the safety of the people of Berkeley County and the safety of the economy […]