Work on the new Nexton Parkway intersection will require overnight lane closures on Wednesday, April 8 and Thursday, April 9 on Highway 176.
Coronavirus went viral so my school went virtual.
I met Terri and David Bowey through the Lowcountry Blues Club, which has a couple of open mic blues events in the Greater Charleston area each week; although it is on hold, no doubt for now, d…
Southern Tide, the premier apparel brand that continues to be the authoritative voice of coastal style, has partnered with the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA), which aids hospi…
Berkeley County is providing support for a COVID-19 drive-thru testing site in Moncks Corner. The site officially opened and began operations today, April 6. Fetter Healthcare is operating the…
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Construction on the Old Mount Holly Turn Lane onto Highway 52 has started and is expected to be complete by May 6. During construction there will be several temporary impacts to traffic. The c…
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many to resort to different occupations and that includes the homecare workers. Home care workers are critical during this outbreak, because they allow seniors…
Berkeley County will open a Citizens Information Line on Friday, April 3. Citizens can call 843-719-4800 to ask questions related to COVID-19 and Berkeley County operations. The line will be o…
Dorchester Paws has had to cut back staff hours due to a 20% decrease in donations, fundraising events, and shelter income. Despite the hardships the shelter will remain open, by appointment o…
The COVID-19 pandemic has put a hold on everyday life routines and many families are facing both a public and economic crisis. Dorchester Habitat for Humanity is asking community members to ca…
As of 12:00 PM, today, Wednesday, April 1, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Services (DHEC) confirmed there are twenty-seven (27) cases of COVID-19 in Dorchester County.
George of the Jungle is a 10-year-old male domestic shorthair who is hanging from the branches waiting to be adopted from Dorchester Paws. After all of his time in the jungle, he just loves ha…
Author’s note: This column was originally published in “Saying Grace Over Edible Underwear” (2016).
Together, the Summerville Family YMCA and the Lowcounrtry Food Bank provide free meals to local families. Another distribution will take place on Thursday, April 2 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the…
As of 12:00 PM, today, Tuesday, March 31, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Services (DHEC) confirmed there are seventeen (17) cases of COVID-19 in Dorchester County.
ART On the Square gallery, 420 Nexton Sq. Dr., Summerville, 843-871-0297. Closed until further notice.
King Crash, Rockstar Rick, Pirate Pete, Captain Obvious and Carl the Clown are all characters that can be seen on the Howe Hall AIMS Elementary School Chameleon News posted every morning on th…
Shari Stauch of Main Street Reads in Summerville introduced me to local author Aleene Kann.
I remember when my sister and her husband got a flat screen TV and built a room around it. Well, actually the opposite was true. They had added a long-planned family room to their home and onc…
Earlier today, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Services (DHEC) confirmed there are four (4) cases of COVID-19 in Dorchester County.
The Summerville Family YMCA and the Lowcountry Food Bank have teamed up to make sure local children stay fed during this time of need.
Berkeley County Council approved the construction of a turn lane at Old Mt. Holly Road, onto Highway 52 during the telephonic Council meeting on Monday, March 23.
The virus has become the topic of the news and is affecting nearly everyone in the world. There is nothing wrong with being cautious if we can prevent our emotions from leading us into fear, b…
George of the Jungle is a 10-year-old male domestic shorthair who is hanging from the branches waiting to be adopted from Dorchester Paws. After all of his time in the jungle, he just loves ha…
When the new ART on the Square at Nexton in Summerville opened, I had walked around the gallery there to take in all the artist’s work. Please note that the gallery is closed until April 1 whe…
My family’s battles with squirrels began in the 1940s with my grandfather’s Victory Garden in the spare lot next to our house. He planted copious vegetables with only one undefeated pest – the…
Berkeley County continues to adjust operations in response to COVID-19. Berkeley County is restricting public access into County buildings and facilities and will continue offering services to…
Berkeley County Voter Registration and Elections office will remain open on Friday, March 27, as required by law and executive order for candidate filing.
ART On the Square gallery, 420 Nexton Sqare Dr., Summerville, 843-871-0297.
Dorchester Paws is noticing a drop in adoption, but the animals keep coming in.
Melvin is a 1-year-old male terrier mix who just loves hanging out with people and other furry friends, except for cats. He likes to chase after them, and it would be best if he left the shelt…
EDITOR'S NOTE: Many of these businesses may be closed for full service because of health reasons related COVID-19. Call before you go.
Dorchester County Council declared a State of Emergency in Dorchester County beginning at 6:00 PM on Monday, March 16, 2020. The declaration will remain in place until 6:00 PM on Monday, April…
North Charleston Emergency Management continues to monitor the Coronavirus/COVID-19 and advises citizens to take precautions to limit the potential spread of the virus. Please continue to heed…
As a result of school closures ordered by Governor Henry McMaster on March 15 , Dorchester School
Berkeley County leadership has met with county directors and elected officials throughout the day to develop a plan for County operations in response to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus). Berkeley …
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office continues to monitor the potential impacts of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) and Sheriff Duane Lewis is working to safely continue operations while minimizing th…
Governor Henry McMaster announced in a press conference this afternoon that he is ordering all South Carolina schools closed due to cases of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in our state. In accorda…
When our granddaughter Grace was but 5 years old, she climbed up on the front porch railing, swung her legs back and forth and completely unbidden, opened an affairs of state discussion by ask…
I was on Facebook within the last few weeks and, suddenly, I noticed that Courtney Bates of the Flowertown Players was way over in Edinburgh, Scotland! Come to find out, there’s a changing-of-…
By John G. Panagiotou
St. John the Beloved’s Concert Series has been ongoing annually since 2008. The church’s much-loved music director, Rodney Ward, will be the featured musician at its March 15 concert.
I can’t remember a time in our 62-year marriage that we didn’t have at least one dog.
The Dorchester Paws said on Feb. 28 it euthanized a Siberian husky, Cloud, for biting an employee.
The Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce’s Education and Workforce Development Division is now accepting applications for their 2020 Student Scholarship Program in partner…
Live calendar for March 11-17
