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April 29, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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January 18, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Every time I visit a county here in South Carolina I'm always reminded not only why I'm running, but how much more blue this state is than people realize. Berkeley County was no exception. Thank you all for having me.

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March 9, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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Under #Bathroom bills of #Republicans like Nancy Mace, this #TransMan will be mandated to use the #Womens Bathroom under the law.

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January 10, 2025 at 11:44 PM
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Please share: Berkeley County animal shelter calls for emergency moratorium share.google/rSiQDWF86kqC... #adoptdontshop #Berkeleycounty #southcarolina
Berkeley County animal shelter calls for emergency moratorium
A Lowcountry animal shelter has a temporary hold on animal intakes because of overcrowding.
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June 22, 2025 at 4:12 AM
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Enjoying a nice walk in the woods with my dog when we came upon this little fella. First snake I’ve seen this year. Small garter snake about 18” or so and real thin.
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February 26, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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One reserve among three new deputies sworn in to serve Berkeley County, WV Sheriff’s Department, marking a boost in local law-enforcement capacity

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November 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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The library that I went to a lot as a child is holding a fundraiser to pay for unexpected asbestos abatement during an otherwise funded HVAC replacement and upgrade.

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Donate to Help Fund Martinsburg Public Library Asbestos Abatement, organized by Martinsburg Berkeley County Public Libraries
The Martinsburg Public Library has started a $2.5 million ren… Martinsburg Berkeley County Public Libraries needs your support for Help Fund Martinsburg Public Library Asbestos Abatement
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December 6, 2024 at 1:52 AM
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Berkeley County officials are finally tackling a two-decade-old boundary dispute that could change tax obligations and services for countless residents.

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Berkeley and Jefferson Counties Seek Court Approval to Resolve County Line Dispute
Counts plan to petition court to redraw disputed county lines affecting residential properties.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Berkeley County's Civil Service Commission is tackling serious concerns about promotion procedures in the sheriff's department that could reshape career paths for deputies.

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Berkeley County Sheriff reviews promotion procedures following deputy's reassignment issues
Sheriff's office examines procedural errors affecting deputy promotion and reassignment decisions.
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April 2, 2025 at 4:46 AM
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The Berkeley County Commission is facing scrutiny over delays in addressing Corporal Butcher's promotion petition, raising questions about fairness in civil service processes.

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Berkeley County Commission addresses delay in Corporal Butcher's promotion hearing
Commission investigates reasons behind delay of Corporal Butcher's promotion hearing request
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April 2, 2025 at 4:47 AM
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Berkeley County is on the brink of transformation with a groundbreaking $1.3M investment in affordable housing, set to change lives on Pasley Drive!

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Berkeley County Council funds affordable housing project with Habitat for Humanity
Council presents $1.3M check for nine homes on Pasley Drive in Goose Creek.
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June 14, 2025 at 1:18 AM
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The American Red Cross is transforming disaster response in Berkeley County, ensuring that help is just a call away for fire victims and all community members in need.

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American Red Cross boosts disaster response support for local fire victims
Red Cross assures timely support for disaster victims across all financial backgrounds.
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February 5, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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Nearly half of Berkeley County's land is protected from development, thanks to a robust greenbelt program and strategic partnerships aimed at preserving natural spaces.

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County staff says 45% of Berkeley County land is protected; greenbelt program cited as leverage
A county presentation reported roughly 45% of Berkeley County's land (about 317,000 of 706,000 acres) is under some form of protection; staff described a $58 million greenbelt commitment and 11 projects that together protect ~5,531 acres and noted plans for a new zoning option to cluster development and preserve acreage.
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September 18, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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Berkeley County commissioners are shaking up the hiring process for the sheriff's office, aiming to fast-track qualified candidates and streamline background checks!

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Berkeley County commission reviews 70 applications, debates faster eligible-list process and background costs
Commissioners reviewed dozens of hiring applications (70 submitted, 47 eligible for the next test), advanced several applicants to the sheriff's office, rejected others, and debated a proposed process to give the sheriff top eligible names earlier to speed background checks; the policy draft was tabled for January.
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December 26, 2025 at 2:01 AM
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Berkeley County is taking a bold step in its opioid litigation by narrowing claims to focus solely on the public-nuisance theory, a move that could reshape negotiations.

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Commission authorizes law firm to narrow Express Scripts claims to public-nuisance counts
Commission authorized the county’s counsel to allow Skinner Law Firm to dismiss other claims in the Express Scripts litigation while retaining the public-nuisance claim to facilitate negotiations, following recent appellate guidance that sustained a nuisance theory.
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December 26, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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Berkeley County is stepping up to guide data center developers despite new state laws that sidestep local planning reviews—what does this mean for the future of your community?

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Berkeley County commission agrees to draft nonbinding guidance for data centers after HB2014 removes local planning review
After discussing House Bill 2014, which exempts data centers from county planning review, the Berkeley County Commission unanimously agreed to draft a formal, nonbinding recommendation letter for developers and internal criteria to guide staff review of data center proposals.
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July 17, 2026 at 9:18 AM
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Residents are raising alarms over a controversial Cane Bay rezoning plan, warning that it could exacerbate flooding and traffic issues, demanding thorough independent reviews before moving forward.

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Residents urge council to slow Cane Bay rezoning, citing wetlands, flooding and traffic
Dozens of residents told Berkeley County Council they fear Grambling’s proposed Cane Bay project will worsen flooding, destroy wetlands and overload roads; hydrology experts and neighbors asked for independent review and stronger buffers before zoning changes proceed.
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July 29, 2026 at 8:37 AM
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Homeowners at the Lakes at Martinsburg are demanding answers as dry amenity ponds and unmet promises raise doubts about their dream community.

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Homeowner complaints about dry "amenity" ponds meet developer assurances as commission approves Lakes at Martinsburg final plat
Homeowner Kenneth Miller urged the commission to halt new approvals over dry amenity ponds and unmet promises; developer Drew Kipnis said litigation was settled and investigations found no defects. The planning commission approved the final plat for Lakes at Martinsburg Phase 3/4 with a cash escrow of $4,208,904.
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August 4, 2026 at 10:29 PM
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Berkeley County commissioners just approved a significant budget revision, awarded crucial contracts for HVAC and 911 services, and doubled the order for new police cruisers!

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Berkeley County approves budget revision, awards HVAC and 911 contracts, and authorizes additional police cruisers
The commission adopted State Budget Revision No. 3 reallocating $469,315 across county accounts, approved contracts for HVAC services and 911 computer equipment, committed $100,000 to the airport foundation's Independence Day celebration, and authorized increasing the police cruiser order to 10 vehicles.
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November 2, 2025 at 9:19 AM
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Residents are raising alarms about the potential health and environmental impacts of proposed hyperscale data centers in Berkeley County, urging local officials to take action before it's too late.

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Resident raises health, noise and legal concerns over proposed hyperscale data centers
Amber Stokes told the Berkeley County Commission she and nearby residents worry hyperscale data centers proposed in the county could harm health, wildlife, water supplies and property values and urged a commissioner to join a court challenge to HB 2014; commissioners heard the comment during public comment and did not take immediate action.
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June 2, 2026 at 5:51 AM
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Public outcry in Berkeley County is growing as residents demand the withdrawal of a controversial immigration enforcement agreement, fearing for their safety and community trust.

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Residents urge Berkeley County to withdraw 287(g) agreement with DHS
A string of public commenters told the Berkeley County Commission on July 23 that the sheriff's office's cooperation with the Department of Homeland Security under a "287(g)" agreement has shifted local policing toward immigration enforcement, creating fear in immigrant communities and harming school attendance; speakers asked commissioners to revoke the consent previously granted to the sheriff's office.
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July 23, 2026 at 7:47 PM
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Martinsburg resident Corey Rodriguez is demanding accountability from the Berkeley County Planning Commission after a shocking ICE enforcement action sent workers fleeing onto his property.

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Martinsburg resident urges Berkeley County planning commission to probe developer after alleged ICE enforcement on private property
A resident told the Berkeley County Planning Commission that an ICE enforcement action sent workers fleeing through his development and called for audits and developer bond reviews; commissioners said federal enforcement is outside their authority but can review developer compliance with land-use rules. No formal investigation was ordered.
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February 6, 2026 at 10:28 PM
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Big changes are coming to Berkeley County as a public hearing is set for Feb. 5, 2026, to discuss a new Economic Opportunity Development District that could transform local infrastructure without raising taxes!

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Commission sets Feb. 5 public hearing for Economic Opportunity Development District near Exit 8
County staff asked the commission to advertise and hold a public hearing on creating an Economic Opportunity Development District (EODD) — a sales-tax-increment tool under West Virginia Code 7, article 22 — for about 275 acres off Exit 8 (Tabler Station); the commission set the hearing for Feb. 5, 2026, at 11 a.m.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:17 AM
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A proposed asphalt plant at Inwood Quarry could become a long-term fixture in Berkeley County, raising urgent safety and traffic concerns among local residents.

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Attorney says proposed Inwood asphalt plant may operate long-term as neighbors press safety, traffic concerns
Superior Paving asked the commission to advance a concept plan for a temporary asphalt plant at Inwood Quarry; the company’s attorney said a 10-year lease with automatic renewals could make operations indefinite, prompting questions about traffic, tank-farm containment and regulatory review. The commission advanced the project to the detailed site-plan stage.
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July 7, 2026 at 1:47 PM