GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–Goose Creek councilman Greg Habib formally announced his candidacy for mayor on Friday. He is challenging the city’s longtime mayor, Michael Heizler. “I am running for Mayor of Goose Creek to fill the void in leadership. I am running for mayor so that we may choose our own future. I am running for mayor to ensure the financial […]
GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–It’s an election year in the City of Goose Creek. Election Day is Tuesday, April 3, when voters will elect a Mayor and three City Council members. If you’re interested in running for City Council or Mayor in 2018, here’s what you need to know. Filing to become a candidate takes place at the Berkeley County Voter Registration […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County Government offices will be closed Thursday, January 4 due to hazardous road conditions caused by Wednesday’s freezing rain and snow. Berkeley County Emergency Preparedness Department will move to OPCON level 3 at 3 p.m. Wednesday. This level shows full or partial activation of Berkeley County Emergency Operations Center. The citizen call center is open from 7 […]
I voted yesterday for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 because I believe the whole of the bill represents more good than bad for our country and the people of coastal South Carolina. Some components – like opening up the Arctic Refuge, temporary tax changes for individuals versus permanent for corporations, a lack of simplification, and more – […]
GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–For bee enthusiasts who call Goose Creek home, they are now in luck. This week, in a 5-to-1 vote, Goose Creek City Council approved an ordinance that would allow homeowners to have beehives on their property. Before council voted, some residents, however, expressed their concern. “Has anyone considered the number of children or adults allergic to bees?” stated […]
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Berkeley County Supervisor Bill Peagler has been appointed to serve as a member of the Environment, Energy and Land Use Policy Steering Committee for the National Association of Counties (NACo). “Committee membership at the national level is a serious commitment and responsibility, but it is also a rewarding experience,” NACo President Roy Charles Brook said in a letter […]
MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–Berkeley County Government offices will be open and fully operational Tuesday, September 12. Berkeley County leaders made the decision Monday afternoon after assessing the initial damage caused by Tropical Storm Irma. While leaders understand the storm caused some damage in the Tri-County area, they feel the County needs to provide services to citizens and visitors and begin the […]
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C.–Berkeley County council issued a State of Emergency at 3 p.m. Thursday, September 7 as preparations continue for Hurricane Irma. Council approved this at a special called meeting Thursday afternoon. Additionally, the decision was made that all Berkeley County Government offices, including courthouses, will be closed, effective tomorrow, September 7. This closure will continue through Monday, September 11, […]
GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–The City of Goose Creek has again tipped its hat to amateur radio operators in the Lowcountry. Mayor Michael Heitzler signed a proclamation at City Hall proclaiming June 19 to 25 as Amateur Radio Week in the city. The signing took place on Wednesday, June 14. The proclamation calls amateur radio a valuable tool for the city, especially […]
GOOSE CREEK, S.C.–The City of Goose Creek is mourning the loss of longtime public servant John McCants. McCants, whose quiet, steady leadership played an integral role on Goose Creek City Council for 24 years, died on Friday, June 9. He was 83 years old. Mr. McCants’ 1992 election to City Council began a quarter-century of service that helped guide the […]
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