The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development approved approximately $1.2 million for Berkeley County to use to address public facilities, economic development, housing, public services, and other eligible activities.
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Meet the Candidates: Danny Mazzell for Berkeley County Coroner
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – With the June 14 primary looming, The Berkeley Observer is profiling candidates seeking political office throughout Berkeley County. To be featured, candidates can answer a series of questions provided by The Berkeley Observer. Thursday’s feature includes an interview with Danny Mazzell, a Republican who is currently running for Berkeley County coroner. Here is why Mazzell says he is the best candidate […]
Meet the Candidates: Darnell Hartwell for Berkeley County Coroner
Darnell Harwell is running for Berkeley County coroner in the June 14 primary.
Hanahan City Administrator Mike Cochran To Resign
HANAHAN, S.C. – The City of Hanahan confirmed Tuesday it will soon be looking for a new city administrator following Mike Cochran’s resignation. Officials said city council received Cochran’s resignation at the May 10 council meeting. He has accepted another position and will be relocating to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. His last day with the city will be […]
Berkeley County Awards $1.2M Grants to Local Nonprofits, Municipalities
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Berkeley County has awarded approximately $1.2 million in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) to seven different local nonprofits and municipalities. The money stems from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and will provide Berkeley County communities with resources to address unique community development needs. Funding has been awarded to the following local […]
Berkeley County Announces Early Voting Locations for SC Primary Election June 14
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – As the South Carolina June 14 Primary Election approaches, Berkeley County Election Officials and the S.C. Election Commission are issuing new information about voting. Earlier this month, Governor Henry McMaster signed an early voting bill into law, replacing in-person absentee voting with a two-week early voting period for all qualified voters in the state. Read more […]
Berkeley County Recognized For Employing People With Disabilities
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Berkeley County government has received two top awards in connection to its unique programs that employ people with disabilities. The Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities named the county the “2020-2021 Large Employer of the Year.” In addition, the Summerville Mayor’s Committee on Employment for People with Disabilities named the county “Employer of the […]
Berkeley County Seeks Public Comment on Housing & Community Development Needs
Public Hearing on Wednesday, April 20 at 5 p.m.
Berkeley County Announces Candidate Filing Info For 2022 General Election
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Any candidate who is seeking a political party’s nomination for a local, state or federal seat in the 2022 General Election may file for office starting at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2022.
Berkeley County Council Passes Redistricting Plan Reflecting Population Growth
By unanimous vote at the Berkeley County Council meeting on Monday, February 14, council members passed the county’s 2022 Redistricting Plan
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