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Coroner: Man’s Body Found In Huger House Fire

HUGER, S.C.–The Berkeley County Coroner’s Office, Berkeley County Sheriff Office, and SLED are investigating a fire death on Baldwin Corner Rd. in Huger. 911 dispatcher received a call of a fully involved house fire at 6:22 am Saturday. After the fire was extinguished the body of 68 year old Bobby Carson was found in his home. An autopsy will be […]

Business

Santee Cooper To Conduct Aerial Treatments To Control Invasive Plants In Lake Moultrie

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – From Sept. 25 through Oct. 15, Santee Cooper will conduct helicopter applications of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved herbicides to control giant cutgrass in Lake Moultrie. These applications should improve lake access for residential and commercial properties and improve recreational opportunities and wildlife habitats within the Santee Cooper Lakes system. To notify boaters of spray operations, […]

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Free Lecture Series Brings Goose Creek History To Life

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–Armed with humor, insight and a lifetime of research, Goose Creek Mayor Michael Heitzler will bring Goose Creek’s past to life as only he can this fall, as his popular historical lecture series returns in October. The free series – “Goose Creek Backyard History” – will be held at City Hall from 6 to 8 p.m. every Thursday […]

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City Of Goose Creek Praises Success Of ‘Cop Stop’

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–A unique program that lets residents share meals and fellowship with police officers is being recognized by the City of Goose Creek. Goose Creek Mayor Michael Heitzler proclaimed Sept. 20, 2017 as “Cop Stop Appreciation Day” at a recent ceremony at City Hall. “Cop Stop” gives residents the opportunity to serve the police officers who serve the community. […]

Education

BCSD: October 16th, March 19th & March 30th Weather Make-Up Days

MONCKS CORNER, SC– Berkeley County School District (BCSD) Superintendent Dr. Eddie Ingram has announced that Monday, October 16, 2017; Monday, March 19, 2018; and Friday, March 30, 2018 will serve as the make-up days for Friday, September 8, 2017; Monday, September 11, 2017; and Tuesday, September 12, 2017. The announcement was made Tuesday evening at the rescheduled Berkeley County Board […]

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Goose Creek Police: 79-Year-Old-Woman Shot, Recovering From Injuries

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–An elderly woman is recovery from injuries following a Thursday shooting, according to the Goose Creek Police Department. GCPD officers were recently dispatched to a residence on Pecan Grove Ave. in reference to a shooting. Officers discovered that 79-year-old Joan Dixon had been shot in the right shoulder. The investigation determined that a person known to Dixon’s grandson […]

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Goose Creek Police Department Awarded Traffic Safety Grant

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–This week GCPD was notified by the S.C. Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs that it was awarded $120,440 to fund one dedicated DUI enforcement officer for one year. In addition to the full salary and fringe benefits, the funding will pay for the patrol vehicle and all associated vehicle and personal […]

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Government

Berkeley County Government Offices To Open September 12th

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Berkeley County Government offices will be open and fully operational Tuesday, September 12. Berkeley County leaders made the decision Monday afternoon after assessing the initial damage caused by Tropical Storm Irma. While leaders understand the storm caused some damage in the Tri-County area, they feel the County needs to provide services to citizens and visitors and begin the […]

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Coroner: Goose Creek Man Stabbed To Death

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–A man has died following a fatal stab wound inside a home. On Sunday at approximately 3 a.m. Bernard Reid, 59, of Goose Creek was stabbed at a residence in Goose Creek. He was transported to a local hospital and pronounced dead. An autopsy will be conducted Tuesday and more information will then be released by Coroner Bill […]

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Goose Creek Trash Pick Up Schedule Announced For Next Week

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–Due to potential storm impacts and the closure of the Berkeley County Landfill, the City of Goose Creek’s Sanitation Collection schedule for next week will be as follows: Monday, Sept. 11: No sanitation collection (Goose Creek Department of Public Works Office closed) Tuesday, Sept. 12: Monday and Tuesday routes collected (DPW Office open) Wednesday, Sept. 13: normal Wednesday […]