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Government

Thirty Year Active Lawman Dan Isgett Files For Berkeley County Sheriff

VIA PRESS RELEASE: BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Dan Isgett filed to run for the Republican nomination for Berkeley County Sheriff. This is to fill the term that was opened up when Wayne DeWitt resigned as Sheriff. The election will take place on April 21. “The people of Berkeley county deserve the best protection possible and the peace of mind that comes with […]

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BCSO: Five Arrested And Nine Burglary Cases Cleared

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Deputies with the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office simultaneously executed four search warrants in the Goose Creek and Summerville areas Thursday resulting in the recovery of approximately $20,000 in stolen property, including two firearms. According to BCSO Spokesperson Dan Moon, deputies with the Criminal Investigations Division, Narcotics Enforcement Unit and Selective Enforcement Team executed the warrants on two residences, […]

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Law Enforcement Veteran Duane Lewis Announces Sheriff Candidacy

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Duane Lewis of Moncks Corner announced his candidacy for Berkeley County Sheriff today. “I plan to restore the public trust and confidence in the sheriff’s office,” Lewis said, “by promoting professionalism, ethical conduct, and a culture of community service.” Lewis added that his three decades of law enforcement work, community ties, and 10 years of executive command experience […]

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Berkeley Co. Sheriff’s Deputy Suspended After CDV Arrest

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–According to Berkeley Co. Sheriff’s Office Spokesperson Dan Moon, BCSO deputy DeAngelo Scott has been suspended without pay pending the outcome of an internal investigation following a recent arrest. The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office has charged the 30-year-old with criminal domestic violence. According to the incident report, his girlfriend tried to enter Scott’s apartment by using her key […]

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Berkeley Chief Deputy Sheriff Rick Ollic Announces Sheriff Campaign

Moncks Corner, S.C. – With the launch of RickOllic.com today, Berkeley County Chief Deputy Sheriff Rick Ollic announced his candidacy for the Republican Party nomination for Berkeley County Sheriff in the upcoming special election. “The path to a safer Berkeley County is ensuring we work together not apart,” said Ollic. “Experience and knowledge of the daily operations is key to […]

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Gov. Haley Appoints Former BCSO Chief Deputy As Interim Sheriff

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.—By executive order, Governor Nikki Haley has named former Berkeley County Chief Deputy Sheriff C. W. “Butch” Henerey as the new Sheriff of Berkeley County. Henerey will serve as Sheriff until a June special election is held. Today, he expressed his gratitude for the Governor’s appointment and eagerness to get started: “I am honored that Governor Haley has […]

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Berkeley County To Participate In Statewide Hurricane Exercise

MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County Emergency Preparedness Department, in conjunction with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division and the National Guard, will be participating in a statewide Vigilant Guard exercise in March to simulate a hurricane landing in our state. The training exercise will prepare State National Guards to respond to crisis with multiple agencies, validate crisis action plans, […]

Entertainment

‘Place Spotting’ Turns Google Maps Into A Highly Addictive Online Game

If you loved ‘Where’s Waldo’ as a kid, you’re going to love ‘Place Spotting.’ Combining ‘Hiding Go Seek’ with geographic riddles courtesy of Google Maps, the online game has practically become an instant hit—something Martin Fussen, a Swiss computer programmer, didn’t exactly anticipate. Of course, he’s not complaining! “It is used very often by teachers for their classes,” explained Fussen. […]