STEPHEN, S.C.—According to Moncks Corner Rural Fire Chief Scott Lee, multiple agencies were called out to the old Georgia Pacific building at 1851 Highway 35 in St. Stephen around 6:30 a.m. today. According to Lee, the fire was so large about ten different agencies throughout Berkeley County responded. As of 8:30 a.m., the fire is still going but Lee stated […]
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Construction finally underway for Moncks Corner Chick-Fil-A
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.—If you’ve traveled along Highway 52 in the heart of Moncks Corner lately, you’ve probably noticed a lot of construction taking place between the Wendy’s and BP gas station. Construction crews recently began clearing the way for the town’s very first Chick-Fil-A. The proposed Chick-Fil-A will be located at 601 North U.S. Highway 52 near the Walmart Supercenter. […]
Moncks Corner mayoral election slated for late March
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.—According to Adam Hammons, the director for Berkeley Co. Elections and Registration, the special election for Moncks Corner’s next mayor will take place on March 31st, 2015. “This is all based on Mayor Bill Peagler resigning on December 31st or January 1st,” added Hammons. On January 2nd, U.S. Senator Tim Scott will swear in Peagler as Berkeley County’s […]
SC Highway Patrol begins DUI enforcement blitz this holiday season
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) launched the 2014-2015 Christmas/New Year Sober or Slammer! enforcement blitz today to combat impaired driving and reduce highway fatalities and injuries. SCDPS, joined by local law enforcement agencies and concerned community members, are encouraging motorists to celebrate the holidays responsibly by designating a driver for seasonal parties and events or face the […]
Hibbett Sports officially open in Moncks Corner
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–If you’ve traveled along Highway 52 in Moncks Corner, you may have noticed that a new sporting goods store has officially opening for business. Hibbett Sports now occupies the old Blockbuster store. The store officially opened to the public on November 1st and will employ approximately eight full and part-time team members. Announcing the opening, Jeff Rosenthal, President […]
BCSD to stop paying for indicted communications director’s legal defense
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–As of Tuesday, The Berkeley Co. School Board will no longer use taxpayers’ money to provide legal defense for Amy Kovach. The district’s communications director was indicted earlier this year for an ethics violation and forgery. “This is a step in the right direction,” stated newly-elected school board member, Mac McQuillan. The board voted on the measure yesterday; […]
Mankiewicz Coatings, LLC expanding Berkeley Co. manufacturing facility
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Mankiewicz Coatings, LLC, a worldwide leader in the manufacturing of high-quality coating systems for the aviation, automotive and general industry markets is expanding its operations in Berkeley County. “Mankiewicz Coatings has been a great corporate citizen in Berkeley County. It’s a pleasure to see companies of this caliber locate, grow and expand in our county,” stated Berkeley Co. […]
Are hackers after your medical records?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that HIPPA related healthcare data breaches have effected more than 34 million people nationwide. Jeremy Henley, the director of breach services for ID Experts, recently appeared on The Bryan Crabtree Show to discuss the problem. On the show, he stated that there are several reasons why a thief might want to […]
Berkeley Co. deputies investigate burglary at ATP Gun Shop
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.—On Saturday, Berkeley Co. deputies responded to ATP Gun Shop on College Park Road in reference to a burglary that had occurred. When officers arrived, they went to the side of the building where they discovered someone had forced their way inside the business. A deputy stated that he noticed that the locks were beaten off of the […]
Santee Cooper approves $5 million in industrial development loans
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – The Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved $5 million in loans Monday to advance industrial development projects that will benefit Anderson and Orangeburg counties, bringing to $25.8 million the total amount awarded through Santee Cooper’s economic development infrastructure loans this year. Since 2012, Santee Cooper’s loan program has awarded $48 million to help advance 23 infrastructure […]
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