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Santee Cooper Approves Monetization of Toshiba Guaranty

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – The Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved today an Assignment and Purchase Agreement with Citibank, N.A., to sell the monetary rights of its portion of the $2.168 billion Toshiba Guaranty Settlement Claim. The agreement does not include the first-scheduled payment from Toshiba of $150 million. The agreement pays 91.5 percent of the settlement claim and Santee […]

Government

Berkeley County Supervisor Bill Peagler Appointed To National Association Of Counties Committee

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Berkeley County Supervisor Bill Peagler has been appointed to serve as a member of the Environment, Energy and Land Use Policy Steering Committee for the National Association of Counties (NACo). “Committee membership at the national level is a serious commitment and responsibility, but it is also a rewarding experience,” NACo President Roy Charles Brook said in a letter […]

Entertainment

Berkeley County Library To Host Community Genealogy Event

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County Library System (BCLS) is excited to partner with the General Marion’s Brigade Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), and the Colonel Hezekiah Maham Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) to bring you “Tapping into Your Roots,” a genealogy research event and celebration for all ages. This event will be held at the […]

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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 […]

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Police: 3 Teens Arrested Following Shooting Of Elderly Woman

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–GCPD investigators say they have arrested three teens for the September 21st shooting of 79-year-old Joan Dixon on Pecan Grove Ave. Dequian Dawson, 17; Joshua Smith, 18; and Christopher Burnell, 19, have all been charged with attempted murder. “Investigators are continuing to attempt to identify a reported fourth suspect that may have been in the suspect vehicle,” stated […]

Business

Moncks Corner Huddle House To Celebrate Grand Re-Opening After Semi Crashed Into It

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Nine months after a tractor trailer crashed into the Moncks Corner Huddle House and shut it down, the popular restaurant is getting ready to celebrate it’s grand re-opening. Huddle House is inviting the community to join in on the September 30th festivities. On Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the restaurant is offering Golden Waffles for 50 […]

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, […]

Entertainment

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 […]