Parker’s Kitchen Celebrates its 100th Store
With a new CEO at the helm, Parker’s looks to double its store count, while creating a transformational impact in the communities it serves. After almost 50 years of expansion across the coastlines of Georgia and South Carolina, Parker’s Kitchen celebrated the opening of its 100th retail store in April 2025. Located...
Convicted double murderer Stephen Stanko asks court to block execution
Stanko, 57, has been sentenced to death twice in the state for two separate murders.
‘It’s a sticky situation’: Accused West Ashley squatter to stay in jail while pregnant
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - A woman accused of squatting in multiple West Ashley homes will remain in jail for the time being, despite a high-risk pregnancy. Evelyn Pollard was denied bond on Monday by Judge Roger Young as the hearing marked the latest in a legal saga stretching back to September, filled with hearings,...
Goose Creek Celebrates First Rooftop Bar with Grand Opening
Goose Creek officially raised the bar—literally—with the June 3 grand opening of Neighborhood Tap House Carnes, the city’s first-ever rooftop bar. The post Goose Creek Celebrates First Rooftop Bar with Grand Opening first appeared on The Berkeley Observer .
Charleston faith leaders launch Fasting Fridays boycott to protest white nationalist power
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A coalition of Charleston-area faith leaders, community members, and activists is urging Americans to join a nationwide monetary boycott called "Fasting Fridays." The initiative, set to begin with a press conference at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 18, at Circular Congregational Church, aims...
Folly Field Notes — Ancient Armor on the Shore
Like our beloved turtles, the misunderstood horseshoe crab is also crashing our coast to lay eggs. Hi, and welcome to our new monthly column featuring the natural world around Folly Beach! Every month we will highlight a local creature or part of the natural world around Folly Beach. As a lifelong informal educator,...
Hanahan Officers Relocate Alligator After Late-Night Sighting
The gator was reportedly not following crosswalk etiquette, prompting a swift and careful response from the Hanahan Police Department. The post Hanahan Officers Relocate Alligator After Late-Night Sighting first appeared on The Berkeley Observer .
Downtown juvenile curfew ordinance could become law
Recently, Charleston City Council passed the first reading of a juvenile curfew ordinance for downtown Charleston that could become law. The second reading is slated for the June 17 council meeting. According to city officials, over the past year, the Charleston Police Department has responded to over 40 late-night...
Proposed Summerville ordinance would ban illegal camping on public and private property
Update: The public safety committee voted to approve and bring the ordinance in front of the entire Summerville Town Council on Thursday night. —————————————————————————————————— SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) – Town leaders in Summerville are considering a new ordinance that would make it illegal to camp on both public...
Summerville ranks among top places for retirees to live, Retirement Living reports
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCIV) — In 2025, a record 4.2 million Americans will turn 65 and enter retirement age. For many with retirement comes relocation. Now a recent study from Retirement living says Summerville is one of the best places for seniors to start their next chapter. Retirement Living is...
