Goose Creek Passes Smoking Ban 4-3

New ordinance will take effect July 1.

Final Reading Slated for Smoking Ordinance

First reading passed in split 4-3 vote with Goose Creek mayor in opposition.

County Accepting Bids on New Hanahan Library

Pre-bid conference to be held Monday.

Year-in-Review: New Face, No Debt for City Council

Elections, deed restrictions, development worries lead council discussions in 2012.

Unemployment Aid to End for 665 in Berkeley Co.

The end of the Emergency Unemployment Compensation program means nearly 30,000 South Carolina residents will stop receiving help.

After Newtown Tragedy, NRA to Make 'Meaningful Contributions'

The pro-gun rights group issues statement about preventing future tragedies after shooting that killed 28, including the gunman, in Connecticut.

Former Lt. Gov. Ken Ard Gives First Interview Since Resigning

Ard resigned in March, pleaded guilty to ethics violation.

City Council Approves Annexing Fire Station Site

Old Mount Holly property will house third firehouse.

DOR Gets $20 Million Loan for Hack-Related Expenses

Money due to credit monitoring agency and others.

Smoking Ban Gets Initial City Council Approval

Council members, residents weigh in on both sides of the issue.

City Resolution Supports Goose Creek Gators

Goose Creek City Council shows support for school after disqualification.

Brandywine Blvd. Closed Tuesday Night

Paving continues from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Fairfax CVS Public Hearing Tuesday

City Council to take initial vote on proposed rezoning.

Fate of Carolina Nurseries Site on County Council Agenda

Will also recognize local councilman Bob Call.

City Council to Reconsider U.S. 52 Annexation

Skepticism from Google and Alcoa, along with some surprised landowners, worry council members.

Officials React to Sen. Jim DeMint's Resignation

Gov. Haley: "His voice for freedom and limited government has been a true inspiration."

Brandywine Boulevard to Close For Paving

Nightly closures planned early next week.

Goose Creek Reps. On Agriculture, Education and Rules Committees

S.C. House members receive assignments in advance of 2013 session.

Sen. Jim DeMint Slams Boehner Fiscal Cliff Offer As 'Tax Hike'

Calls for an extension of current tax rates and decrease in spending.

Goose Creek Holiday Kick-Off Thursday

Light display, children's parade and cookies with Santa.

Delinquent Tax Sale Begins Monday

Berkeley County begins annual auction for property.

Stavrinakis Calls For Hack Investigation

Democratic legislators also set to introduce legislation for increased identity protection.

$550 Million Powerball Drawing is Tonight

South Carolina is one of 42 states that offer the lottery game; find Goose Creek retailers and tips on how to play here.

Council Prepares Goose Creek Gator Resolution

Measure expected on December agenda will recognize team's honesty, integrity.

Ethics Reform Committee Told 'You're Swimming Upstream'

Group acknowledges that a significant task is ahead.

SCDOT: Stormwater Fine Paid By Contractor

$21,000 penalty assessed by EPA on U.S. 17A widening project.

S.C. DOT Fined on U.S. 17A Widening Project

Clean Water Act violation in Berkeley County will cost $21,000, require fix.

Fee Agreements, Rezoning Requests on This Week's Agendas

Berkeley County Council weighs several business development deals.

Legislators To Challenge SCHSL After Goose Creek Decision

Goose Creek controversy spurs action.

Zero Highway Fatalities "Only Acceptable Statistic" This Holiday

Let's be careful out there this Thanksgiving, pleads SCDPS Director Leroy Smith.

Berkeley Unemployment Goes Up in October

State rate falls again to lowest level in four years.

Vinny's Pizza II and More on This Week's Agendas

Pawn shop request also on the Architectural Review Board calendar.

Hanahan Nonprofit: We Are Not a Scrooge

Fraternal Order challenges public shaming by S.C. Secretary of State.

Speak Out: Should Hostess Shut Down?

The company had warned employees that it would file a bankruptcy motion Friday seeking permission to shutter its operations and sell its brands if plants hadn't resumed normal operations by Thursday deadline.

City Council Approves Crowfield Restrictions

Final 5-1 vote ends eight-month debate.

White House Petitions Include Beer Recipe, Wall Street Reform

Not just for secessionists — Green Cards, Wall Street and the White House beer recipe have also been hot topics.

Two Online Petitions Seek S.C. Secession

White House forum draws attention from disappointed voters looking for a way out.

November Is "Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month" in Goose Creek

Effort to increase public policy, research and patient services for one of the deadliest forms of cancer.

Two Lawsuits Follow Berkeley Inmate Deaths

Medical care questioned at Hill-Finklea Detention Center.

Final Crowfield Deed Restriction Vote on This Week's Agendas

City considers golf course limits, while county weighs zoning requests.