BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Four people have been referred to a health care provider for preventive treatment after being exposed to rabies in the Summerville area of Berkeley County by a fox that tested positive for the disease, the Department of Health and Environmental Control reported today. “To reduce the risk of getting rabies, we recommend that people avoid wild animals acting […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.—According to federal court documents, the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office will pay $35,000 to settle attorney fees involving a lawsuit over religious freedom and the First Amendment rights of inmates at the Hill Finklea Dentention Center. Attorneys for Prison Legal News filed a motion in July 2014, requesting monetary compensation associated with their post-judgment work. One month after […]
PINEVILLE, S.C.–According to Red Cross officials, volunteers with their organization assisted a Pineville family of 3 adults and 2 children after their home on Matilda Circle was destroyed by fire Wednesday afternoon. The Pineville Fire Department quickly responded to the scene. A spokesperson for the American Red Cross says volunteers were able to assist the family by providing financial help […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County Mosquito Abatement will be spraying, by aircraft, in the southern portion of Berkeley County over Daniel Island, Thomas Island, areas adjacent to Clements Ferry Road, and the dredge disposal sites along Clouter Creek. The aerial application will be made on Sunday, August 17th, between the hours of 6:30 and 9:30 a.m. If unfavorable weather conditions exist, […]
GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–United States Attorney Bill Nettles stated today that Shonni Abernathy, age 41, of Berkeley County was sentenced by the Honorable Richard M. Gergel to 30 years imprisonment for one count of conspiring to manufacture methamphetamine; and two counts of manufacturing methamphetamine where children reside. Abernathy had previously pled guilty on April 29, 2013. Officials say the investigation began […]
All right, Berkeley County baseball fans. ‘Charlie the Riverdog’ needs your help! On Saturday, August 16, the Charleston Riverdogs and CARTA will partner in an attempt to break the world record for the largest kazoo ensemble. “Kazoos are as American as baseball,” said RiverDogs General Manager Dave Echols. With this promotion, Charleston is attempting to replace the current record held […]
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – This summer Santee Cooper provided hands-on experience in critical fields of the energy industry to nine Berkeley County educators, as part of the 29th annual Energy Educators Institute series at the Wampee Conference Center in Pinopolis, S.C. “I have learned so much about the variety of topics this week that have enhanced my knowledge so I […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – A community triumphs in the wake of tragedy as the two-year anniversary of the death of Bradley Blake, 21, approaches. A talented young man, Blake lost his life to gun violence just days after Christmas in 2012. Eight months after Blake’s murder the Bradley Blake Caring and Sharing Foundation was formed. Sylvia Blake, mother, vowed to […]
JAMESTOWN, S.C.—Homeowners in Jamestown say they are getting fed up with the recent burglaries in their small town and are now warning neighbors to keep their valuables safely secured and out of sight, even taking to social media to vent their frustration. Several businesses have been the target of thieves recently, too. On August 7th, Berkeley Co. deputies responded to […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–If you have children, then you know they can be pretty expensive–especially when it comes to getting them ready for the new school year. According to district officials, it costs approximately $17-$30 to purchase supplies for a Berkeley Country School District (BCSD) elementary student and approximately $27-$51 to purchase supplies for a middle or high school student. Teachers […]
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