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Friday, May 3, 2024
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.—Shortly after 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, the Berkeley County Coroner’s Office was called to a mobile home park on Fairground Road in reference to a homicide. According to Berkeley Co. Coroner Bill Salisbury, 51-year-old Willie James Todd was found in his bed with a stab wound to the chest. His death is being investigated by the Moncks Corner […]
GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–For much of her life Marguerite Hood Brown built a legacy helping others. For nearly 40 years she served as a councilwoman for the City of Goose Creek. She stepped down from the position in April 2014, having served since most of the city’s existence. In fact, the city’s municipal building is named after her. She was also […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–In response to the recent increase in crime in Lincolnville, members of the Charleston, Dorchester, and Berkeley County Sheriff’s Offices along with the North Charleston Police Department, the South Carolina Highway Patrol and the Al Cannon Detention Center joined forces Friday. From 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., officers initiated a coordinated plan developed with the input of members […]
GOOSE CREEK, S.C.—Danny Shillingford of Cane Break Lane doesn’t just like Christmas. He loves it! During the holidays, his house becomes the center of attention in the Woodland subdivision near Goose Creek City Hall. That’s because he does more than just put up Christmas lights and decorations. He also puts on a show—a pretty big one at that. His Christmas […]
With a rash of recent break-ins, it’s the perfect time to talk home security with Security Expert Brandon Cox of Threatalarms.com. Brandon shares some ideas that cost less than $100 that can amplify your home’s security ten-fold. What simple steps can you take to protect your family?
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–On December 17th, five graduates of Berkeley High School received their international baccalaureate diploma. The IB Diploma is awarded to students who have completed the IB curriculum. This curriculum contains six subject groups combined with a three parted core. The core is made up of extended essay, theory of knowledge and creativity/action/service. The IB Diploma is offered by […]
GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–This holiday season, the American Red Cross is asking eligible donors to help hospital patients by giving one last gift – a blood or platelet donation. Historically, winter is one of the most difficult times of year to collect enough blood and platelet to meet patient needs. Holiday activities make it difficult for many regular donors to make […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced on Friday the arrest of Jamie Todd Young 39-year-old of Williamston, S.C. on 20 counts involving the sexual exploitation of minors. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, a member of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, made the arrest, according to Mark Powell, a spokesperson for the S.C Attorney […]
The South Carolina Highway Patrol announced the graduation of 40 troopers from Highway Patrol Basic Class 95 Thursday. Gov. Nikki Haley addressed the graduates, as she has for the past seven Highway Patrol graduation ceremonies. Haley told graduates that when they wear the uniform, they represent “everything we hold dear.” “Our troopers get this. It is about the people. It is […]
A record number of South Carolinians – nearly 1,375,000 – will travel 50 miles or more for the Christmas/New Year’s holiday, according to AAA Carolinas. Travel volume represents an increase of nearly 53,000 total travelers compared to last year. An estimated 1,251,200 or 91% of total travelers, plan to drive to their destination. “Falling gas prices and an improving economy […]
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