MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–The Berkeley County Museum and Heritage Center is hosting author Warren Bingham for a lecture and book signing from 6 pm – 7 pm on May 6, 2016. Bingham will speak on his book “George Washington’s 1791 Southern Tour.” Signed copies of his book will be available for purchase at the conclusion of the lecture. Bingham writes “Newly elected president […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.– The Berkeley County School District is successfully completing numerous building and renovation projects, on time and in budget, using the funds generated from the 2012 bond referendum, district leaders stated. “We are excited to build and renovate schools throughout the district. Schools are the cornerstone of our communities, and we are grateful for the opportunity to address […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Janet Brown Jurosko, Berkeley County Auditor, would like to help the residents of Berkeley County with their questions concerning marine equipment. South Carolina law prohibits the sale or purchase of watercraft without a valid title issued in the seller’s name to assign to the purchaser at the time of sale. All watercraft are required to be registered and […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–After finalizing construction, Fruit of the Loom will officially open the expanded Palmetto Distribution Center in Summerville with a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 15th at 11 a.m. This major expansion, which will create 50 jobs in Berkeley County in 2016, primarily focuses on the growth of Fruit of the Loom’s e-commerce and intimates’ businesses. “Due to the […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–There is a prescribed burn today by the U.S. Forest Service on the border of Berkeley County and Charleston County until 5 p.m. The burn will cover over 2,800 acres at the intersection of Steed Creek Road and Halfway Creek Road. The Forest Service anticipates traffic detours after 11 a.m. today for 3-4 hours at: Highway 17 and Steed […]
ST. STEPHEN, S.C.–Timberland High School’s Agricultural Department is having its 2016 Spring Greenhouse Plant Sale. Premium potted plants, hanging baskets, flower bedding plants, and vegetable plants are available for purchase on Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 3:45 p.m. The Agriculture Program has been a part of the school’s Career and Technical Education Program area since January 2012. Currently, […]
Via Press Release: BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County School District officials recently announced significant progress on the long-awaited elementary school in the Tanner Plantation/Foster Creek area of Berkeley County. School authorities confirm they’ve completed the school design plans; have financial resources provided by the citizens of Berkeley County to provide for the construction of the school; are ready to close on the property […]
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Berkeley High School (BHS) named Randy Robinson as the new varsity football coach today, April 7. Robinson has been coaching at D.W. Daniel High School in Central, SC since 1995. Robinson is currently in his 27th year in education, beginning his career at Berkeley Middle School in 1989. Robinson has taught and coached in schools across the state […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–This weekend, Sheriff Duane Lewis and deputies from the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office and the community have an opportunity to come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships and drink coffee. ‘Coffee with a Cop’ breaks down barriers and allows for a relaxed, one-on-one interaction. The entire community is invited to attend. The event begins at […]
Biologists with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources are reporting increased black bear activity throughout the state, and they urge people to use common sense when encountering these fascinating animals. The warm weather has black bears on the move, and with few berries yet ripe, they are hungry and looking for food. While people may be excited about seeing a […]
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