BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.—On Friday, filing began for several school board seats. The seats on the ballot this year are for District 2, 4, 6 and 8. So far, 31-year-old Mac McQuillin, a local attorney, is the only candidate to file for the District 2 seat, which represents Daniel Island, a portion of Hanahan and Goose Creek. McQuillin, a member of […]

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–In an 8-to-0 vote Tuesday, school board members voted to no longer allow parent volunteer coaches in junior varsity and varsity sports—except under special circumstances. This was the second and final reading. The measure also passed on first reading in late June. The approved policy does not sit well with some parents. In fact, Sally Wofford of Moncks […]

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.– Cypress Gardens, a beautiful and unique tourist attraction, is excited to announce their upcoming workshops. In an attempt to offer creative and educational experiences for children and adults alike, Cypress Gardens is offering a Garden Ornament Workshop in which participants will create beautiful garden ornaments with Portland cement. Interested? Check out the schedule for the workshop below. […]

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.—On Tuesday, State Senator Larry Grooms (R-District 37) met with S.C. Secretary of Education Dr. Mick Zais to discuss the development of new educational standards that will replace Common Core in the Palmetto State. “In order to have new standards implemented by August 2015, there can be no time wasted in their development,” the Berkeley County lawmaker stated […]

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Not everyone in Berkeley County lives close to a library. However, that doesn’t have to stop them from checking out a book or two thanks to the county’s very own bookmobile service. While Berkeley County’s population has dramatically increased in the past fourteen years from 142,000 in 2000, to an estimated 194,000 now, 35% of the population still […]

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Kids spend all school year waiting and wishing for summer vacation, but after the first couple of weeks, most parents usually hear is, “I’m bored!” If your child is in need of a fun summer activity, Clemson University’s Extension Service in Moncks Corner is offering various day camps throughout the summer. For children ages 9-13, a Healthy Lifestyles Day […]

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley Co. School District has approved May 30th as the last full day of school for students. The decision came after the final passing of House Bill 5253. Today, Governor Nikki Haley signed it into law. House Bill 5253 allows for the BCSD’s governing authority to waive the requirement that schools make up full days missed due […]

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is holding its annual Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office Summer Deputy Camp for students 8-12 years of age. Camp dates are July 14 through July 18, 2014 for those 8-12 years old. Participation is limited to the first 50 students who return a completed parental consent and registration form along with a check or […]

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–This Friday, the Berkeley Chamber of Commerce will formally recognize Berkeley County’s brightest high school students. The top senior will also recognize a teacher who has been most influential throughout his or her school career. Charleston Southern University will host the breakfast in their Strom Thurmond Building. “As always, we are pleased to have SCANA and Trident Health’s […]