Month: March 2014

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Sheriff requests funding for additional 16 detention officers

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.—Several years ago as the county’s inmate population grew, the need for a larger jail was without question an absolute must. The county eventually built one; however, it’s been sitting dormant for several years, but it’s not by choice. Sheriff Wayne Dewitt says his office currently lacks the manpower to run it. Dewitt is hoping to change that.  […]

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Pastor tells deputies thief stole large TV from Macedonia church

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.—Deputies are still trying to figure out who entered the Macedonia Christian Church a few days ago and stole a large television from the church’s recreational room. According to the incident report, Larry Bradberry, the pastor, told deputies that he did not find any signs of forced entry but admitted that sometimes the doors to the church are […]

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Berkeley Co. lawmakers weigh in on SC marijuana legalization

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–With the recent legalization of marijuana in Washington and Colorado, there is now a push now for other states to follow suit.  South Carolina is one of them. For Wayne Borders, the midland’s acting executive director and chapter president for NORML, he is hoping the drug will eventually become legal to smoke. “It’s a long time coming now […]

Entertainment

Local beauty queen to appear on Lifetime reality show

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.—Forget about Honey Boo Boo, Myrtle Manor or Southern Charm. This Tuesday, Miss Teen Moncks Corner, Erica Wilson, will make an appearance on Tuesday’s Kim of Queens. The episode will air March 25th at 10 p.m. on Lifetime. “Being on the show was a great experience,” said Wilson. “Even though I’m not a cast member, it was so […]

Education

Marrington Middle School of the Arts announces production of ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’

GOOSE CREEK, S.C. — Marrington Middle School of the Arts will perform the musical Thoroughly Modern Millie this coming April. The musical will be performed April 8th-10th. The performances scheduled for the  and tenth will be at seven pm and the performance on the ninth will be at ten am. Tickets will be available March 24th through April 4th. Tickets […]

Business

County leaders seek input from local farmers

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.—According to the county’s planning director, Eric Greenway, this Tuesday (March 25) before the county’s regular planning meeting, farmers and others linked to the agricultural industry will be invited to share their concerns on the local farming economy during an informal discussion. The meeting will take place 5 p.m. inside the county administration building and is expected to […]

Government

Group protests U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, says he’s “too liberal”

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.—Since 2003, Lindsey Graham has served in the U.S. Senate; however, some people believe it’s time for someone else to fill his seat. On Sunday, several people took to the streets along St. James Avenue in Goose Creek with signs in hand, protesting Graham. The longtime lawmaker is currently seeking re-election. “We need some fresh blood in there,” […]

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Daughter of crash victim arrested in Jamestown fatal wreck

JAMESTOWN, S.C.—According to Corporal Sonny Collins with the South Carolina Highway Patrol, one of the drivers involved in Saturday’s deadly wreck has been arrested and booked inside the Berkeley County detention center. Jamie Shuler, 30, faces multiple charges: driving under suspension, open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle and DUI. Saturday’s accident happened shortly before 7 p.m. on French […]

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Jamestown man killed in collision, four others injured

JAMESTOWN, S.C.–According to Berkeley County Coroner, Bill Salisbury, around 6:30 p.m. Saturday a pickup truck and a SUV were traveling on French Santee Road near Jamestown when the two vehicles collided. Salisbury says the front seat passenger in the truck, James Shuler, 67, of Jamestown was pronounced dead at the scene. Four other were transported to local hospitals from the […]

Education

Glenn McConnell named the 22nd president of the College of Charleston

The College of Charleston Board of Trustees today voted to offer Glenn McConnell the position of 22nd president of the College of Charleston. Lt. Gov. McConnell, a 1969 graduate of the College of Charleston, will be formally introduced to the campus and the community upon successful conclusion of a contract. “We believe that Glenn McConnell is the best person to […]