Author: The Berkeley Observer

Health

DHEC Releases Safe Fish Eating Advisory For S.C. Waters

Fishing in South Carolina is a summer hobby for many people, and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control has updated the fish consumption advisory to help the public identify which fish are safe to eat and which fish to avoid. “Our website has a state map with the latest advisories, information, a booklet, and other materials free […]

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Red Cross Assists Three Adults Displaced By Apartment Fire In Pineville

Via Press Release: PINEVILLE, S.C.–The American Red Cross assisted three adults each of whose Pineville apartments, located on Willowood Lane, sustained minor fire damage in conjunction with the major fire damage sustained by a local tavern early evening hours of Thursday. The Pineville Fire Department responded to the blaze. The Red Cross provided financial assistance for food and lodging. In […]

Government

Palmetto State Conservatives Launch Coalition For Immigration Reform

Via Press Release: Today, a group of conservative business, technology and political leaders announced their newly formed coalition – South Carolinians for Responsible Immigration Reform (SCRIR). The coalition will ensure that immigration reform becomes a major focus of the Republican presidential primary in the Palmetto State. As the third nominating contest and first in the Republican-dominated South, South Carolina plays […]

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Funeral Arrangements Announced For Plane Crash Victims

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Funeral arrangements have been made for Michael and Joseph Johnson. The father and son were killed when their small plane collided with an F-16 over Moncks Corner on Tuesday morning. Early Wednesday morning rescue crews recovered the body of the elder Johnson from the water near Lewisfield Plantation just off Old Highway 52. His son’s body was located Thursday […]

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Berkeley County Plane Crash Victims Identified As Father And Son

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.—One day after an F-16 and Cessna collided in mid-air, Berkeley County Coroner Bill Salisbury has released the identities of the father and son killed when their small plane made impact with the military aircraft. According to Bill Salisbury, the victims are 68-year-old Mike Johnson, the passenger, and 30-year-old Joe Johnson, the pilot. Bother were father and son. […]

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F-16, Cessna Collide Mid-Air In Berkeley County

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Shortly after 11 a.m., the Berkeley County Rescue Squad was dispatched to Lewisfield Plantation near Old Highway 52 in reference to collision involving two planes. Authorities have since confirmed that an F-16 and a Cessna collided in air. The pilot of the military aircraft did eject safely and was transported by Berkeley County EMS to a nearby hospital. […]

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10 Felony Berkeley County Fugitives Arrested In Two-Week Task Force Effort

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Sheriff Duane Lewis announced the arrest of 10 felony Berkeley County fugitives from the time period of June 9th through June 26th. All of the arrest warrants originated with the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office and were made by the local U.S. Marshals Service’s Fugitive Task Force consisting of law enforcement officers from the Berkeley County Sheriff’s […]

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Red Cross Assists Bonneau Family After Home Destroyed By Fire

BONNEAU, S.C.–According to the American Red Cross, disaster-trained volunteers are assisting after a single family home, located on Goodwrench Lane in Berkeley County, was destroyed by a fire earlier today. The Bonneau Fire Department responded to the blaze. The Red Cross is meeting the immediate needs of two adults and one child by providing financial assistance for food, clothing, and […]

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South Carolina Troopers Begin Increased Enforcement For July 4th Weekend

The South Carolina Department of Public Safety announces that troopers and STP officers have begun increased enforcement in preparation for July 4th travel. With the holiday falling on a Saturday, troopers expect to see more people taking advantage of the long weekend. In addition to increased enforcement, Community Relations Officers will be at seven welcome centers/rest areas statewide to greet […]

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Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis Offers Safety Tips For The Holiday Weekend

MONCKS CORNER, SC – Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis released today a number of safety tips to help the public have a safe and memorable holiday weekend. “Our Office wishes all residents a safe and happy Independence Day,” said Sheriff Lewis. “While it is a great time of the year to get outside and enjoy activities with family and friends, […]