The Berkeley Observer
The Berkeley Observer is a dedicated, hyper-local news outlet that covers local news in Berkeley County, SC.
Woman ‘Cleaning Dead Birds’ Spotted Body at Short Stay: Report
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, deputies responded to 211 Short Stay Rd. in Moncks Corner following reports of a possible body in the water.
82-Year-Old Moncks Corner Man Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash
An 82-year-old man from Moncks Corner has died following a multi-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 17A and Highway 176, according to the Berkeley County Coroner’s Office.
Woman Arrested After Shooting, Standoff in Berkeley County
A Summerville woman has been arrested following a shooting and hours-long standoff in the Summerville area of Berkeley County, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office.
Moncks Corner Great Clips Raising Funds for MUSC Sarcoma Research
The independently owned and operated Great Clips salons in the Charleston area have begun their 9th annual "Help Great Clips Cut out Sarcoma Cancers” fundraiser in partnership with MUSC Hollings Cancer Center.
DUI Crackdown Coming To Summerville This Friday
The Summerville Police Department will conduct DUI checkpoints and enhanced patrols on Friday, May 23, beginning at 6 p.m., as part of a Memorial Day weekend enforcement initiative.
Drive A Golf Cart? Know the Laws in Berkeley County
Breaking South Carolina’s golf cart laws is considered a misdemeanor and may lead to fines of up to $100 and/or up to 30 days in jail.
Goose Creek Police Gear Up for 7th Annual Hot Pursuit 5K
The Goose Creek Police Department is calling on runners, walkers, and community supporters to lace up their sneakers for the 7th Annual Hot Pursuit 5K, taking place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 519 N. Goose Creek Blvd.
Overton Beach Park Reopens May 24 With New Pricing
The popular Santee Cooper-managed recreation area, located along Lake Moultrie, has announced its first fee increase in more than two decades.
Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital Earns ‘A’ for Patient Safety in...
For the fifth consecutive time, Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital has earned an “A” grade in The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2025 Hospital Safety Grades, recognizing the hospital as one of the safest in South Carolina when it comes to protecting patients from preventable harm and medical errors.
Moncks Corner Police: Buckle Up or Get a Ticket
The Moncks Corner Police Department is launching a heightened seat belt enforcement effort to encourage drivers and passengers to buckle up—every trip, every time.
