Author: The Berkeley Observer

Health

Whitesville Elementary Students Learn About Dental Health

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month and Delta Dental of South Carolina’s popular, award-winning Land of Smiles® dental education program is on the road, taking the crusade for healthy teeth to more than 9,400 youngsters at 38 schools across the state. The cast of dynamic superhero characters made their most recent stop in Moncks Corner for […]

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FBI Accepting Academy Applications From Berkeley County Teens

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – The FBI Columbia Field Office is accepting applications for its annual Teen Academy this summer. Teens in Berkeley County and throughout the state are encouraged to apply. This year’s academy will be held June 26-27 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the FBI Columbia headquarters, located at 222 Caughman Farm Ln., Lexington, SC, 29072. The […]

Government

Berkeley County Names John O. Williams New Economic Development Director

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Berkeley County has named John O. Williams, II the County’s new economic development director. County council approved the item at its Monday meeting. “I would like to thank Supervisor Cribb and County Council for placing their trust in me as I embark in this new role. As always, it is a privilege and an honor to […]

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Moncks Corner Woman Killed In I-26 Crash

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – The Berkeley County Coroner’s Office has identified a woman who died recently in a crash on Interstate 26. On Saturday, 2024, Coroner Darnell Hartwell said his office was contacted by a local hospital regarding the death of a patient who was involved in a traffic accident on February 22nd, 2024 on I-26 near mile marker 194. […]

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Fire Damages Family Of Four’s Home In St. Stephen: Red Cross

ST. STEPHEN, S.C. – American Red Cross disaster-trained volunteers are assisting a family whose home, located on North Hwy 52 in Saint Stephen, was damaged by a fire Saturday afternoon. The Red Cross is helping four people by providing financial assistance for immediate needs such as food, clothing, and shelter, along with referrals to much-needed resources. The Red Cross is preparing families […]

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Hanahan Man Killed After Striking Tree With Vehicle In North Charleston

HANAHAN, S.C. – A Hanahan man has died following a crash Saturday in North Charleston. According to the Dorchester County Coroner’s Office, Alan Aguilar, 18, of Hanahan was one of two people to die in the collision. Katherine Garcia-Nativi, 20, of North Charleston also lost her life in the crash. According to Coroner Paul J. Brouthers, the crash happened around […]

Education

BCSD’s Approved 2024-2025 Instructional Calendar Includes Earlier Start Date

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Next year’s instructional calendar will look a little different for Berkeley County parents, teachers and students. On Tuesday, the Berkeley County School Board unanimously approved a recommended draft for the 2024-2025 school year. The new calendar will have teachers returning to the classroom on Aug. 7, 2024 – seven days earlier than the current calendar. Students […]