The Berkeley Observer
The Berkeley Observer is a dedicated, hyper-local news outlet that covers local news in Berkeley County, SC.
Berkeley County School District Warns Parents Of Phone Scam
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.--The Berkeley County School District is sending out a warning to parents about a potential phone scam.
"It has come to our attention...
Celebrate Payday, Maximize Your Paycheck During Payroll Week
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster recently proclaimed September 4-8 Payroll Week in the Palmetto State. This annual event, held in conjunction with the larger...
Bonneau Peanut Festival Organizers Looking For Vendors, Parade Participants
BONNEAU, S.C.--The town of Bonneau's annual Peanut Festival is right around the corner.
The two-day event is scheduled for October 13th and October 14th.
The fun...
Couple Accused Of Using Fake Bills At Moncks Corner Restaurant Arrested
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.--Two people are facing charges after using a counterfeit bill to pay for a meal at a Moncks Corner restaurant.
Chief Rick Ollic...
Two Berkeley County Fugitives On The Run Finally Arrested
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.--Two fugitives on the run from Berkeley County have finally been taken into custody.
This week detectives with the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office,...
Jury Declines to Indict Berkeley County Deputy Involved in Fatal Motorcycle...
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.--A little more than four months after a high-speed chase resulted in the death of a motorcyclist, a Berkeley County deputy will...
South Carolinians Feeling the Effects of Hurricane Harvey at the Pump
Gas prices continue to rise as an effect of Hurricane Harvey. In South Carolina, the statewide average is $2.26 – a seven cent increase...
Davon Washington Sentenced to 25 years in Voluntary Manslaughter Case
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.--Davon Washington pled guilty Wednesday to voluntary manslaughter for the shooting and killing of Luther “Woody” Cribb, III, according to Solicitor Scarlett...
Lowcountry Land Trust Acquires 600-Acre Historic Property in Cooper River Corridor
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.--Lowcountry Land Trust (LLT) recently announced the acquisition of the 600-acre Hyde Park Plantation in the Cooper River Historic District. The property...
Berkeley County Jury Sentences Career Criminal To 45 Years In Prison
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.--A Berkeley County jury recently convicted defendant Fred Freeman of breaking into a Goose Creek family’s home during the night of October...
