The Berkeley Observer
The Berkeley Observer is a dedicated, hyper-local news outlet that covers local news in Berkeley County, SC.
South Atlantic Bank Opens in Goose Creek
City leaders and business representatives gathered Wednesday to celebrate the opening of South Atlantic Bank’s newest branch in Goose Creek, marking another step in the city’s continued commercial growth.
Cook Out, Panda Express Set to Break Ground in Moncks Corner
Two major restaurant chains are officially on their way to Berkeley County for the first time, marking a new wave of commercial development in one of the state’s fastest‑growing regions.
Berkeley County Officials Monitor Potential Winter Storm Threat
Berkeley County’s Emergency Management team is keeping a close eye on weather forecasts as a potential winter storm approaches the area this weekend and into early next week
Family Displaced After St. Stephen House Fire
A family in Saint Stephen is receiving emergency assistance after a fire damaged their home on Ravenell Drive, according to the American Red Cross.
Man Accused of Biting Deputies During Arrest in Berkeley County
A 31-year-old Hanahan man is facing criminal charges after deputies say he assaulted law enforcement officers while resisting arrest during a vandalism call in Summerville.
SC Measles Outbreak Grows to 646 Cases; Berkeley County Urged to...
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has reported 88 new measles cases since Friday, bringing the total number of infections tied to the Upstate outbreak to 646.
Santee Cooper Braces for Winter Weather
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. — South Carolina’s state-owned electric and water utility is preparing for a multi-day winter weather event that could bring freezing rain,...
Lucky Ticket in Moncks Corner Nets $2 Million Powerball Prize
A Powerball ticket sold in Moncks Corner is now worth $2 million after matching all five white ball numbers with the PowerPlay option in Saturday night’s drawing, according to the South Carolina Education Lottery.
Dr. Marion Baird Named First Principal of Bee Tree Elementary
Berkeley County School District has selected veteran educator Dr. Marion Baird as the first principal of Bee Tree Elementary School, which is scheduled to open its doors to students in August 2026.
Publix in Goose Creek Set to Close for Full Teardown and...
The Publix supermarket serving the Goose Creek community will temporarily close its doors this month as the company prepares for a full teardown and rebuild of the aging store.
