Mother, son arrested for series of thefts while posing as housekeepers, pet sitters: CCSO
CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – A mother and son have been arrested in connection with a series of thefts targeting residents. The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office said it worked with the Edisto Police Department in arresting Dana Cooley and her son, James Austin Cooley, in connection with the alleged crimes....
Moncks Corner Mourns Loss of Deputy Fire Chief Jimmy Townsend
The Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department is grieving the loss of one of its most respected leaders. Deputy Chief Jimmy Townsend passed away in the line of duty early Sunday morning. The post Moncks Corner Mourns Loss of Deputy Fire Chief Jimmy Townsend first appeared on The Berkeley Observer .
Crews tackle fire at Bees Ferry Road landfill
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A fire burned a portion of the Charleston County landfill located on Bees Ferry Road Monday evening, according to the St. Andrews Public Service District. The preliminary statement on the blaze states that the fire involved a piece of equipment on the site. Crews reportedly...
Crime and courts around the South Carolina Lowcountry
BEAUFORT, S.C. — A Grays Hill man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges stemming from a 2019 shooting at a Seabrook home. Alexander Xavier Smalls, 26, pleaded guilty as charged Tuesday to assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, and possession of a weapon during...
GALLERY: Double rainbow, colorful sunset lights Lowcountry sky
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) — Lowcountry residents were treated Monday night to a vivid double rainbow in the east and a stunning sunset to the west. Rainbows appear between moisture and a light source, putting Charlestonians and surrounding community members in the perfect place to see both the rainbows and the...
Berkeley Co. Sherrif’s Office warns of scam
Another day, another scam: The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is warning the community about an oldie but a goody using its name. A jury duty scam has recently resurfaced, with scammers spoofing the official BCSO phone number and impersonating members of the command staff and supervisors. In a service announcement...
RAD Propulsion expands into U.S.
RAD Propulsion, a UK-based innovator of electric marine propulsion systems, has expanded into the U.S. with the opening of an office in Charleston, South Carolina. “Establishing a base in Charleston is an important milestone for RAD,” said Simon Payne, sales director at RAD Propulsion. “It not only strengthens our...
Oceanside Collegiate Academy principal resigns after 10 years, cites personal reasons
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — Oceanside Collegiate Academy Principal Christina Brown has resigned after a decade of leading the charter school, the school’s board and management company announced Sunday. Brown, who cited personal reasons for stepping down, was among the school’s original leaders when it opened in...
Showers Tuesday ahead of beautiful fall weather late week
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Showers linger into Tuesday, then conditions dry out as Imelda moves east. Tuesday looks to be a little more active but still won’t be any worse than a typical rainy day. Best chance for showers will be in the morning. The majority of the...
Merci Is a Glowing Neighborhood Jewel in Downtown Charleston
While King Street is the main thoroughfare for dining in Charleston, petite restaurant Merci stands out as one of the few restaurants tucked away in a residential area. Husband-and-wife duo Michael and Courtney Zentner opened the Pitt Street bistro as an ode to their travels in Europe. The offerings lean French, with...
