Berkeley Independent

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

This coming Friday, the Berkeley Independent and Summerville Journal Scene will offer free donuts while supplies last.

The staff of the Berkeley Independent and Summerville Journal Scene will host a meet-and-greet for readers, advertisers and community members on Friday, June 5 from 8-10 a.m. at our office,

05/29/2026

The Berkeley County Planning Commission voted to defer making a decision on the 5,500-home mixed-use development proposed for Cane Bay Plantation after residents voiced their opposition to it. (Full story below.)

05/28/2026

Berkeley County Council votes to lift development moratorium for controversial Cross solar project

Berkeley County Council has approved a request to lift the large-scale development moratorium for the controversial Sandy Run Solar project despite major opposition from locals.

05/27/2026

Wassamasaw Chief Lisa Collins was recently honored with the prestigious Courage Project Award.

The Courage Project launched in 2025 as a nationwide initiative focused on strengthening communities and democracy by investing in grassroots leaders and nonprofits. For Collins, the recognition reflects years of

05/26/2026

Berkeley County Council tonight. Both Cross Solar Farm and Lazy Hill development up again…

05/26/2026

For Immediate Release
May 26, 2026

𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟’𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬

MONCKS CORNER, S.C. - (Tuesday, May 26, 2026) The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office conducted enhanced traffic enforcement operations throughout Memorial Day weekend to help keep Berkeley County roadways safe during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. From May 22 through May 24, deputies focused on speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, seatbelt compliance, and other dangerous traffic violations.

During the holiday enforcement period, deputies issued a total of 150 traffic citations and 113 warnings. The violation that received the most citations was for speeding.

In addition to traffic enforcement efforts, the traffic unit also made arrests and investigations involving:
• 2 arrests for wanted subjects
• 2 ICE warrants
• 1 habitual traffic offender case
• 1 possession of a stolen dirt bike case

A total of 11 vehicles and motorbikes were towed during the enforcement period.

Deputies are also pleased to report that there were no fatal crashes reported in Berkeley County during the Memorial Day enforcement period. During the weekend, deputies recovered a stolen dirt bike that was being operated by a juvenile in the Carnes Crossroads Publix parking lot. Several additional E-bikes were stopped throughout the holiday weekend, and parents were contacted to respond to the scene and take possession of both the juveniles and the bikes.

Sheriff Duane Lewis praised deputies for their proactive enforcement efforts and thanked residents who made responsible decisions over the holiday weekend.

“Memorial Day weekend is a time for families and friends to gather, but it is also one of the deadliest travel weekends of the year,” Sheriff Lewis stated. “Our deputies remained committed to keeping our roadways safe through education and enforcement. We appreciate the many drivers who chose to slow down, buckle up, and drive responsibly.”

The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office reminds motorists that traffic safety remains a year-round priority. Residents are encouraged to obey speed limits, avoid distracted driving, never drive impaired, and always wear a seatbelt.

05/26/2026

Huger woman killed by umbrella in storm-related mishap at restaurant, coroner says

An umbrella that got loose during a May 23 storm struck and killed a Berkeley County woman while she was dining at a Lake Marion restaurant, the county coroner said.

05/25/2026

The Msgr. Richard C. Madden Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus Assembly 1900 held a reverential Memorial Day program in Summerville’s Hutchinson Square on Monday.

Story below:

https://www.postandcourier.com/journal-scene/summerville-reflects-on-those-who-gave-the-ultimate-sacrifice/article_7d1b8bfa-33ed-428f-960b-83041ccd53e4.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawSBk4xleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe6N5j6v9gdOUPsCgIkqZdH2mjQfW_wnum4PJw66DcLOl8E5k9gFwmeY2fuYE_aem_1QqyjS-4ZQcNyQWGTkHdQw

The Msgr. Richard C. Madden Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus Assembly 1900 held a reverential Memorial Day program in Summerville’s Hutchinson Square on Monday.

05/25/2026

Residents in Cross are fighting the proposed Sandy Run Solar project, which would install thousands on solar panels across 1,500 acres, saying the solar farm has '“no benefits” for Berkeley County.

Residents in Cross are fighting the proposed Sandy Run Solar project, which would install thousands on solar panels across 1,500 acres, saying the solar farm has '“no benefits” for Berkeley County.