Government

The new district plan will allow for twice as many Berkeley County deputies to serve the 1,231 square mile county at any time, creating faster response times, the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office said. … Read More

Charleston received the $10 million grant to help fight flooding in one of the high-traffic businesses centers of the city, which also is one of the most flood prone. The money will be used for drainage tunnel underneath Ehrhardt Street. … Read More

Beginning today, S.C. bars and restaurants can resume alcohol sales after 11 p.m. Also, large gatherings of 250 or more people no longer require state approval. … Read More

As part of the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief, $19 million will be invested in the state’s provide job training, educational resources to foster children, and early education for children in poverty. … Read More

Mayor John Tecklenburg recognized the city’s Public Service Department on Tuesday as they were the first city in the state to receive accreditation from the American Public Works Association. … Read More