The Berkeley Observer
The Berkeley Observer is a dedicated, hyper-local news outlet that covers local news in Berkeley County, SC.
New Splash Pad Opens at Cypress Gardens in Moncks Corner
Berkeley County officially kicked off summer with the grand opening of a brand-new splash pad at Cypress Gardens — and it’s already making a splash with families. (CREDIT: Tom Campbell/The Berkeley Observer)
Volvo Halts Production at Berkeley County Plant
Volvo Cars recently suspended production at its manufacturing plant in Ridgeville, citing a supply chain issue, the company confirmed Friday.
Moncks Corner Seeks Public Input on New Growth Plan
Moncks Corner is kicking off an 18-month effort to reshape how development is managed, and town leaders want local voices at the center of the conversation.
Berkeley County Deputies Search for Man After Wild Pursuit
Berkeley County deputies are asking for the public’s help in locating Jeffrey Strickland after he fled from a traffic stop earlier this week.
Moncks Corner Duo Busted for Scamming Vulnerable Adult: SCAG
Larry Darnell Broadnax Jr., 42, and Charmaine D. Broadnax, 44, were arrested and hit with felony charges, including exploitation of a vulnerable adult and breach of trust.
Meth, Coke, and Gun Found in Berkeley County Apartment, 2 Arrested
Two men in Hanahan are behind bars following a recent drug investigation in Berkeley County that led to the discovery of cocaine, meth, marijuana, and an illegal firearm, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office.
Fiber Cuts Knock Out Service in Goose Creek, Carnes Areas
Home Telecom crews are working diligently to repair two separate fiber cuts that have disrupted internet and cellular service across parts of Goose Creek and Carnes Crossroads.
Marrington Middle Student Named Military Youth of the Year
Rachel Rodriguez was selected to represent Joint Base Charleston Weapons Station as its Military Youth of the Year at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (or BGCA) Youth of the Year event in Columbia on May 2.
Carnes Crossroads Launches SC’s Largest Agrihood
Developers of Carnes Crossroads recently welcomed more than 3,000 residents to celebrate the grand opening of the largest Agrihood in South Carolina.
Oh Deer! Goose Creek Cop Rescues Fawn From Storm Drain
A concerned resident reported strange animal noises coming from a drain. That’s when Officer Cloninger showed up, climbed into the storm drain like a total champ, and rescued the stranded fawn.
