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Berkeley County Remains Under Severe Drought As State Warns Conditions Could...
Berkeley County remains under a severe drought, and state officials warn that continued extreme heat and a lack of widespread rainfall could push parts of South Carolina toward the state's highest drought classification later this summer.
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Santee Cooper Receives National Community Service Award
Santee Cooper has received national recognition for its commitment to serving communities across South Carolina, earning one of the public power industry's highest honors for community service.
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BCSD Advances Proposed Budget With Raises for Employees, No Tax Increase
Teachers and school employees in Berkeley County could see pay increases next school year under a proposed budget that district leaders say strengthens student services, supports staff and accommodates continued growth — all without raising taxes on county residents.
BCSD Celebrates Opening of 2 New Schools Ahead of Fall Semester
Berkeley County School District is preparing to open the doors to two brand-new schools this fall, a milestone district leaders say reflects the rapid growth occurring across the county.
Chicken Poop Bingo? Goose Creek Fundraiser Promises Laughs, Prizes for a...
A Berkeley County animal advocacy group is inviting residents to gather at Stone's Throw Brewing later this month for an event that combines cold drinks, food, fundraising and some very unpredictable chickens.
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Berkeley County Remains Under Severe Drought As State Warns Conditions Could Worsen
Berkeley County remains under a severe drought, and state officials warn that continued extreme heat and a lack of widespread rainfall could push parts of South Carolina toward the state's highest drought classification later this summer.
Jamestown Man Killed After Pickup Hits Fallen Tree
A Jamestown man was killed Wednesday afternoon after his pickup truck struck a fallen tree in the Francis Marion National Forest, according to the Berkeley County Coroner’s Office and the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
New Memorial Display Honors 386 Berkeley County Revolutionary War Patriots
A new display honoring 386 American Revolutionary War patriots with ties to present-day Berkeley County was installed July 1 at the future site of a planned Revolutionary War-themed park off U.S. Highway 52 in Moncks Corner.
10 Amazon Finds That Can Help You Stay Cool During South Carolina’s Summer Sizzle
With temperatures expected to climb into the upper 90s through at least next week and heat index values forecast to reach 105 to 106 degrees by the Fourth of July weekend, it's shaping up to be one of the hottest stretches of the summer in Berkeley County.
Berkeley County Restaurant Report Card: 4 Restaurants Receive C Grades, 4 Others Earn B...
Four Berkeley County food establishments received C grades, while four others earned B grades during the latest round of inspections conducted by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture.
Berkeley County Makes It Easier to Reunite Lost Pets
Berkeley County has installed pet microchip scanning stations around the county to identify lost pets and help reunite them with their owners. The self-service station has a universal scanner to allow anyone to quickly scan a found pet for a microchip.
Berkeley County Residents Can Get Free Trailer Security Stamping at Tri-County Event July 18
Berkeley County residents will have an opportunity later this month to add an extra layer of protection to their trailers during a free trailer stamping event hosted in partnership with neighboring law enforcement agencies.
Woman Accused of Shoplifting, Threatening Harris Teeter Workers with Gun in Nexton Arrested
A woman accused of pulling a handgun and threatening to kill everyone inside a Harris Teeter after attempting to shoplift groceries has been arrested following a months-long investigation, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office.
Berkeley County Deputies Issue 152 Citations During Busy 4th of July Holiday Weekend
Berkeley County Sheriff's Office deputies issued 152 traffic citations while responding to hundreds of calls for service during a busy Fourth of July holiday weekend that also saw six water rescues and assistance with two boating under the influence arrests.
Berkeley County Begins Sangaree Parkway Improvement Project
Drivers traveling through the Sangaree area should prepare for construction-related delays as Berkeley County begins a roadway improvement project aimed at reducing congestion and improving safety along Sangaree Parkway.
