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Business

New Pro Joins Crowfield Golf Club Team

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–Veteran golfer Bobby Donnellan has joined Goose Creek’s Crowfield Golf Club as its new head pro. He brings 24 years of experience as both player and instructor to the job. “I am excited about becoming part of the Crowfield Golf Club team, and look forward to using my experience to provide an exceptional tournament and golf experience for […]

Education

Berkeley County School Board Plans Public Receptions For Superintendent Finalists

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County Board of Education will soon name three finalists for the superintendent position. In preparation for the announcement and visits, the Board has planned receptions for Tuesday, August 4; Wednesday, August 5; and Thursday, August 6, to allow employees, community members and business leaders an opportunity to meet and hear from the three superintendent finalists. On […]

Government

Berkeley County Council Passes Budget With No Millage Increase

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Berkeley County Council passed Supervisor Bill Peagler’s amended County Government budget tonight by a vote of 7-1, with Councilman Jack Schurlknight being the only dissenting vote. Council also unanimously passed Supervisor Peagler’s amended Berkeley County Water and Sanitation budget. “I am thankful for the strong majority of County Council members, who stood with me to make […]

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Berkeley Co. Deputies Track Down Suspect Accused Of Striking Goose Creek Patrol Car, Leading Officers On Chase

GOOSE CREEK, S.C.—On Saturday, shortly before 3 p.m., a Goose Creek officer responded to the Boulder Bluff subdivision in reference to a reckless driver. According to the incident report, a witness followed the vehicle, described as a white Infiniti driven by 26-year-old James Cale Gilliam, throughout the Boulder Bluff subdivision. The witness reportedly notified dispatch that at one point Gilliam […]

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Berkeley Co. Sheriff’s Office: 3 People Shot Following Birthday Party

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County deputies say they are investigating a triple shooting that occurred Friday night following a birthday party on Mitten Road in Moncks Corner.  According to investigators, after the party ended, several people began walking down Nelson Ferry Road when an unidentified car drove by. Officials say the passengers in the car opened fire on the victims. Deputies say […]

Business

New Outdoor Store Cabela’s To Bring 175 Jobs To Berkeley County

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Cabela’s Incorporated, the World’s Foremost Outfitter® of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, announced today plans to bring the company’s unique retail experience and legendary customer service to Summerville, S.C., and the greater Charleston area. Cabela’s expects construction on the 82,000-square-foot store to begin in 2015, and anticipates a fall 2016 opening. It will be located in Nexton, near […]

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Berkeley Co. Sheriff’s Office Investigating Fatal Shooting

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Ladson Tuesday night. Authorities say the victim was discovered on Frank Jones Road just off College Park Road in Ladson around 9:30 p.m. When deputies arrived on the scene they found one person suffering from a gunshot wound. “Our Office has had a team of detectives […]

Business

New Social Media Network Created Just For People Battling Addictions, Disorders

We all know that life isn’t always ‘rainbows and butterflies.’ It can actually be downright brutal. From drug addiction to eating disorders, we all struggle with real issues from time to time.  That’s why NeoA was created.  It’s a revolutionary new platform that brings together people with common interests who wish to unite in order to improve their quality of […]

Entertainment

Moncks Corner’s Sydney Duke Named ‘2015 Miss Pre-Teen American Beauty’

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Representing South Carolina, Sydney Duke of Berkeley County was crowned Miss Pre-Teen American Beauty at the 2015 American Beauty Pageant Final event in Orlando, Florida!Sydney Duke is the 10-year-old daughter of Charlene and Gerald Duke of Moncks Corner. Sydney has been competing in pageants since the age of four and has won well over 150 local and state […]

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Berkeley Co. Sheriff’s Office Loses Member Of The Family: K-9 Gotcha

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office said goodbye to one of their own recently. Gotcha, a longtime K-9 with the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office, unexpected passed away on Monday. “K-9 Gotcha was the partner and family member of Sergeant Scott Cook. K-9 Gotcha’s service to the citizens of Berkeley County cannot be overstated,” stated Sheriff Duane Lewis. “He will […]