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Berkeley County Officials Looking for Solutions to Control Foul Smell at Landfill

MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Berkeley County Water and Sanitation officials say they are working closely with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) to find a solution to the odor coming from the Berkeley County landfill located on Highway 52. Berkeley County received more than 11 inches of rain in December 2018, and several more inches into January 2019. […]

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Johnny Cribb Sworn in as New Berkeley County Supervisor

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Five months after he defeated Bill Peagler in the June primary, former Hanahan administrator Johnny Cribb was sworn in as Berkeley County’s newest supervisor Wednesday before a large audience inside council chambers. “I haven’t had a whole lot of jobs. My first day on the job in Mount Pleasant and my first day on the job in Hanahan not […]

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Berkeley County Government Offices to Close Thursday

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County Government offices will be closed Thursday, October 11. We anticipate normal operations will resume Friday, October 12. Berkeley County Schools will also be closed Thursday, October 11. Berkeley County’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will move to OPCON 3 at 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Landfill and Convenience Centers: Berkeley County landfill and the Oakley convenience […]

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Berkeley County Increases Water Rate, Some Landfill Fees & Water Impact Fees

BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County Water and Sanitation (BCWS) customers will see a 10% water rate increase on their upcoming November statement. With the increase, the average customer using 7,000 gallons of water will see an increase of $2.94 on their monthly bill. Sewer rates and late fees will not be changed. Berkeley County landfill will increase some disposal fees. The following […]

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Four Berkeley County Mayors Endorse Katie Arrington for Congress

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – The Mayors of Hanahan, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, and Bonneau recently announced their official endorsements of State Representative and Republican Nominee (SC-1) Katie Arrington – touting Arrington’s strength, convictions, and dedication to the community. In offering her endorsement, Hanahan Mayor Minnie Newman praised Arrington’s leadership. “Katie Arrington is a strong, fearless and principled leader,” said Newman. “Hanahan and the […]