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New Event Venue To Host December Open House In Moncks Corner

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–If you’re looking for the perfect wedding spot, The Arch may be what you’re looking for. Located in the heart of Moncks Corner, The Arch will host an open house on December 4th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. For a chance to tour the facility, you’re asked to call (843) 761-2724. Nestled under the canopy of oak trees The Arch […]

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Pinopolis Lock To Go Out Of Service Oct. 24 For 3 Months, But Available Weekends

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Santee Cooper announced Tuesday that the Pinopolis Lock at its Jefferies Hydroelectric Station on Lake Moultrie will be taken out of service for maintenance on Monday, Oct. 24. However, the 75-foot, single-lift lock will be in service during the three-month repair period on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (Oct. 28, 29 and 30; Nov. 4, 5, and 6; […]

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Moncks Corner Police: Man Charged With Murder After Fatally Stabbing Woman

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–According to the Moncks Corner Police Department, a North Charleston man is behind bars following the stabbing of a woman in Moncks Corner Saturday night. Police say around 9:15 p.m. officers from the Moncks Corner Police Department responded to 166 Bradley Road in reference to an assault. When they arrived on scene they say the victim, a 38-year-old black […]

Health

Make-A-Wish Organization Seeks Berkeley County Volunteers

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Make-A-Wish South Carolina is looking to add additional volunteers to its Berkeley Country branch. “Currently, we are in need of 2-3 more volunteers in Berkeley County,” stated Brennan Clark, the organization’s volunteer coordinator. “We have a few wonderful volunteers in this region but are looking to grow our base as we grant more wishes!” Make-A-Wish South Carolina grants wishes to […]

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Inmates Help Clean Up Storm Debris Following Hurricane Matthew

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Following the recent storm debris left behind from Hurricane Matthew, you may have noticed an unlikely crew helping to clean up the damage: Berkeley County detention inmates. According to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office, its inmates have removed more than 33,ooo pounds of litter and storm debris since last Sunday. On Saturday, inmates spent the day on the northern end […]

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25 Incredible Photos From Berkeley County’s Past

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–First established in 1682, Berkeley County’s history is just as vibrant as its popular neighbor, Charleston County. For example, the area is home to one of the earliest settlements in the state. Childsbury was established in present-day Cordesville in 1707. The Battle of Lenud’s Ferry and the Battle of Moncks Corner were also both fought here in 1780 during […]

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Goose Creek Debris Collection Update

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–Hurricane Matthew storm debris collection in the City of Goose Creek is being conducted by three agencies: Berkeley County, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), and the City of Goose Creek. Berkeley County has activated a storm debris removal contract. The contractor is mobilizing work crews. This contract is for the removal of debris resulting from Hurricane […]

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Deputies: Man Takes Advantage Of Hurricane Matthew, Steals Nearly $43K Of Equipment From Business

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–According to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office, a Ladson man saw the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew as a perfect opportunity to go on a stealing spree and target Mike’s Tree Service on Wednesday. The owner of the company, busy with the storm damage work, had his trailer, equipment and stump grinning mini-skid stolen from the storage yard where […]

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Northwoods Mall Announces Decision To Close On Thanksgiving

CBL & Associates Properties, Inc., owner of Northwoods Mall announced Wednesday that the shopping center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and reopen at 6:00 a.m. on Black Friday, November 25th. “We want to bring back the excitement of Black Friday shopping as the true start of the holiday shopping season and allow our employees, retailers, and shoppers to spend the Thanksgiving […]

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BCSD Names New Director Of Communications And Community Engagement

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Dr. Donald Porter has been named the new Director of Communications and Community Engagement for the Berkeley County School District (BCSD) in Moncks Corner. He replaces the district’s former communications director, Amy Kovach, who a grand jury indicted on multiple charges related to the 2012 ‘Yes 4 Schools’ campaign. She was officially fired from her job in September 2015. Last […]