Crime and Courts News for Moncks Corner and Berkel (2024)

The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA released its annual Identity Theft and Scams Report. The report shows how much money was lost to ID theft and scams in 2023, along with the age ranges and types of ID theft and scams reported to SCDCA.

The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is searching for more school resource officers. Currently, the agency is posting the effort on social media to recruit around the country.

Members of the South Carolina Education Association met at Wannamaker Park Friday, May 10, to celebrate and raise concerns about signing their contracts.

The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce hosted businesses and the legislative delegation to a luncheon Friday, May 10, at the Lowcountry Conference Center in Nexton.

Berkeley County Library System (BCLS) is hosting an End-of-Summer Teen Lock-In for rising sixth- through twelfth-grade students (ages 12-18) from 6-9 p.m. Friday, July 26, at the Moncks Corner Library, 1003 Highway 52, and Saturday, July 27, at the Goose Creek Library, 325 Old Moncks Corner Road.

Berkeley County has awarded $1,252,433 in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) to 14 local nonprofits and municipalities.

During the last official week of the Legislature, the House put its finishing touches on important legislation, including judicial reform and a proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25. By the end of the session on the afternoon of May 9, House members rejected Senate changes to these bills a…

The Goose Creek Police Department is asking for help locating Mirna Elizabeth Chen Pop, a runaway juvenile.

Berkeley County Government has published an updated Hurricane Guide to reflect new evacuation zones in South Carolina.

The Early Voting Period for the 2024 South Carolina Primary Elections is Tuesday, May 28 to Friday, June 7.

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The town of Moncks Corner has appointed Libya Rentz as its new recreation director, effective May 20. With a background in recreation and a dedication to community engagement, Rentz steps into this role with enthusiasm and vision.

A Moncks Corner student with plans to pursue animal and veterinary science studies has received a $1,000 scholarship from Berkeley Soil and Water Conservation District.

Boaters Wade Grooms, of Bonneau, and Jason Barnes, of Concord, North Carolina, each caught five-bass limits weighing 16 pounds, 13 ounces, Saturday, May 4, to tie for the win at the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on Kerr Lake.

On Sept. 28, 2018, a fatal crash resulted in the death of 36-year-old Daniel Coy. According to Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD), he was on his motorcycle and not far from his Berkeley County home when Frederick Washington struck him.

They play a crucial role during elections and often do not receive the appropriate appreciation for their work, but poll workers make the day run smoothly and efficiently, and they are always needed.

The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce will unveil the first of five Resource Hubs at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 23, at the Keith School Museum, 1509 Clements Ferry Road.

Choice Hotels International Inc., one of the world's leading lodging franchisors, has recognized the Comfort Suites at 1005 Jockey Court in Summerville with a 2024 Platinum Award. Choice presented the award to owner Carol Wiggins and the Comfort Suites team on Thursday, May 9.

The Berkeley County Coroner’s Office announced it was notified by the Medical University of South Carolina of a death that was the result of a residential fire.

The Berkeley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Legislative Delegation Luncheon from 10 a.m.-noon Friday, May 10, at the Lowcountry Conference Center in Summerville.

Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis announced the arrest of a Ladson man who was the subject of an investigation involving the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC).

On May 4, the Berkeley County Coroner’s Office was notified of a single-vehicle traffic fatality in the area of 2999 Cypress Gardens Road in Moncks Corner.

Charleston Hope’s mission is to increase access to mental and behavioral health programs for students in Title I schools to enhance student well-being.

The farm bell rang, opening another farmer’s market in Moncks Corner. Various vendors offertheirwares at the event from 3-7 p.m. every Thursday around the pavilion at the recreation facility on East Main Street.

Due to the difficult circ*mstances involving foster children, they often must leave their full-time homes in a rush. As if things weren't bad enough for them, when a child is transitioning from their full-time residence to a foster home, they are sometimes carrying nothing but what they are …

Top ROTC cadets recognized at The Citadel

The Macedonia Middle School Spring band concert is at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 2, and 9 a.m. Friday, May 3.

In partnership with SC Works Trident, theBerkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments(BCDCOG) is hosting the inaugural “Your Next Step” career fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, at the Charleston Area Convention Center to connect graduating high school seniors and the gener…

The 2024 South Carolina Primary Election is Tuesday, June 11. State law requires a person to register to vote at least 30 days before an election. See voter registration deadlines below:

Berkeley County Government and Hell Hole Inc. hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1 p.m. Friday, April 26, to celebrate the newly renovated Steel Shed at 116 Steel Shed Lane in Jamestown. Berkeley County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provided $140,000 for this project, w…

A small afterschool art club at Stratford High School may not be able to save the trees, but its members did their best to give them a hug.

Berkeley Electric Cooperative will honor Lowcountry educators by distributing grants to 48 teachers at the third annual Bright Ideas 5K Saturday, May 4, at Cypress Gardens.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) recently launched an Overdose Biosurveillance Dashboard to make state- and county-level data on non-fatal opioid overdoses and other drug-related overdose indicators available to the public.

Local mayors met Thursday, April 25, at Charleston Southern University for a forum organized by the Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber invited mayors from the municipalities in Berkeley County to share updates about plans for these areas.

Berkeley County Teacher of the Year was given to a Cane Bay Middle School educator who entered the profession later in life but soon discovered teaching was her calling.

Roughly 20 Berkeley County schools participated in this year’s OneBerkeley United Games at Stratford High School. Students with special needs were joined by their teachers and “buddies” from the general education classrooms for a day of fun. They rotated through different stations crewed by …

WC Entertainment, a burgeoning name in the film industry, proudly announces its latest venture, “Honeysuckle,” a drama film written by Summerville resident and Berkeley County native William Brian Baker and directed by Alan Ray. Starring Baker alongside an award-winning ensemble cast, the pr…

The project to replace the sewer lines along Red Bank Road in Goose Creek started back in March of 2022 and continues at the same pace — slowly.

The project to replace the sewer lines along Red Bank Road in Goose Creek started back in March of 2022 and continues at the same pace — slowly.

A sudden increase in a water bill is not unordinary. It often does not raise any red flags, but it is noticed when it happens to a nonprofit.

The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in solving a homicide that occurred in 2021.

The Ames multifamily community in Downtown Nexton, the urban-inspired mixed-use community serving the residents in Nexton and the surrounding region, is now leasing. Developed by Charleston-based Woodfield Development, the community is nearing completion.

The South Carolina Research Authority, based in Summerville, announces three new leadership promotions: chief program officer, director of the Industry Solutions program and director of the SC Launch program.

The Joint Citizens and Legislative Committee on Children has released its 2024 Annual Report. The report includes topics of concern identified by committee members, stakeholders, partners and constituents. It makes recommendations for consideration by Gov. McMaster and the General Assembly.

Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis announced thearrest of a man after deputies responded to a homicide in Goose Creek Saturday night.

Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis announced the arrest of a man after deputies responded to a homicide in Goose Creek Saturday night.

What was an old locker room at Stratford High is now the school’s newest weight room – with a splash of pink.

On Sunday, April 14, Clayton Tovo was the Hood’s Chapel UM Church speaker. He gave a wonderful sermon that was very inspiring and enjoyed by all. Clayton has spoken at Hood’s Chapel before and will be back in June. He is a graduate of The Citadel and is with the Weslyn Foundation. Thanks so …

The S.C. Treasurer’s Office looks to return $956 million belonging to state residents and businesses that currently cannot be located. The so-called “unclaimed” funds consist of bank accounts, uncashed paychecks, unclaimed insurance proceeds, forgotten utility deposits, stocks, bonds and oth…

The St. John’s Christian Academy (SJCA) Board of Directors has selected Becky Ellison as the Head of School. Ellison will begin her duties directing and overseeing campus operations and school leadership with a contract starting June 1.

As we passed the critical crossover deadline last week, the pace at the State House was fervent. Crossover day marks the point when bills must move from one chamber to the other to have a chance of becoming law this session. Our diligent efforts ensured several key pieces of legislation were…

The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office announced it’s the time of year again when students are making plans for prom night. The sheriff’s office pointed out that 70% of teens are expected to drink and drive on prom night.

The Trident Technical College Area Commission announced that it has selected Dr. Vicky Wood as the college’s sixth president. Wood will begin her presidency on July 1.

The police department in Moncks Corner is taking measures to help people experiencing homelessness get off the streets and to a better life. Moncks Corner leaders are optimistic that the measures, along with some ordinance changes, will help address the homeless problem in the town.