The Berkeley Observer
The Berkeley Observer is a dedicated, hyper-local news outlet that covers local news in Berkeley County, SC.
Hanahan Mayor’s Complaint Triggers Ethics Hearing for Councilwoman
A councilmember will face an ethics hearing next month after Hanahan Mayor Christie Rainwater filed a complaint with the South Carolina Ethics Commission earlier this year.
Macedonia High School to Mark 30 Years With Day of Remembrance
Macedonia High School alumni and community members will gather at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, for MHS: 30 Years Later — A Day of Remembrance.
Berkeley County Planning Commissioner Resigns After Gun Controversy During Cane Bay...
Berkeley County Planning Commissioner James Sineath has resigned following a controversial incident during Tuesday's meeting on the proposed Cane Bay Lake Village development.
Prime Day Prep: The Most‑Wanted Deals for South Carolina Households This...
Amazon Prime Day is right around the corner, running June 23–26, and South Carolina shoppers are already gearing up for one of the biggest online sales events of the year.
Berkeley County Restaurant Report Card: 4 Eateries Receive “B” Grades in...
If you're planning your next meal out, the latest South Carolina Department of Public Health inspection reports offer a glimpse into how local restaurants performed during recent health inspections.
Former Bonneau Town Employee Charged with Embezzlement of Public Funds
Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis announced Wednesday that Jorden Brooke Humbert, 26, of St. Stephen, was arrested and charged with embezzlement of public funds following an investigation by the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office.
SC Primary 2026: How Berkeley County Voted
Berkeley County voters are weighing in on several major statewide contests — including races for U.S. House, State Senate, and key constitutional offices — along with the county’s only local race on today’s ballot.
Neat & Noble Bourbon Bar Celebrates Grand Opening in Nexton
After spending a week fine-tuning its operations during a soft opening, Neat & Noble Bourbon Bar officially celebrated its grand opening Thursday, June 4, welcoming community leaders, guests and bourbon enthusiasts to its new home in Downtown Nexton.
Democratic Senate Candidate Annie Andrews Highlights Healthcare, Affordability Ahead of June...
With early voting underway across South Carolina and set to conclude Friday, Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews is making her case to voters ahead of the June 9 primary election.
NAACP Goose Creek Branch to Host Juneteenth Community Mural Experience
The NAACP Goose Creek Branch is inviting residents to celebrate Juneteenth through art, culture and community engagement during a special mural experience planned for later this month.
