Brandon Roberts

Summerville

Managing Editor at The Summerville Journal Scene

Articles

8 departments in Berkeley County designated ‘Fire Safe SC Communities’

Dec 9, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

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Column: Curious words for everyday things

Nov 6, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

Language is full of quirky and unexpected terms, many describing everyday things we never realized had names. How often have you caught a whiff of the fresh smell after rain or noticed the little plastic tip on your shoelace and wondered what these tiny details might be called? Unusual words can bring a sense of wonder to the mundane. Have you ever noticed the small space between your eyebrows?
State legislators address key Issues at Chamber luncheon

Nov 5, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

The Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce’s annual Legislative Luncheon took place Thursday, Oct. 31, at Summerville Country Club. The event, presented by Pinnacle Financial Partners, offered an opportunity to hear directly from the Dorchester County Legislative Delegation about issues being addressed at the South Carolina State House. Luncheon master of ceremony Amanda Redick, vice chair of the Chamber’s public policy division, asked District 95 Rep.
Greenbelt program funds first conservation projects

Nov 5, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for future generations, announces the first projects funded by the Dorchester County Greenbelt Program: the Barry Tract and Young’s Farm. These two conservation efforts will help safeguard Dorchester County’s natural and agricultural landscapes for the benefit of the public.
3 nonprofits join to present ‘Flowertown Revue’

Nov 4, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

"The Flowertown Revue: The Golden Age Experience" is set to take the stage at the James F. Dean Theater in downtown Summerville on Nov. 15-16. This concert will benefit the Summerville Orchestra, Summerville DREAM and The Flowertown Players.
Brothers plead guilty to selling $35M worth of counterfeit Viagra

Nov 4, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

Ibrahim Shedid, 29, and Ahmed Shedid, 35, of Summerville, have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to sell and traffic counterfeit goods for selling counterfeit Viagra pills in a $35 million scheme. Evidence obtained in the investigation revealed that Ibrahim Shedid owned and operated Big Boss Puff Stuff and Ahmed Shedid owned and operated A2Z Warehouse. The brothers worked together to distribute and sell counterfeit Viagra to convenience stores, knowing the pills were counterfeit.
County council to address zoning amendments, economic development, community projects at Nov. 4 meeting

Nov 3, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

The Dorchester County Council will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, in the Council Chambers at the Dorchester County Human Services Building, 500 N. Main St. in Summerville. The agenda includes several key items of interest:Chair Todd Friddle will open with a review of past minutes and recognize county employees who assisted with hurricane relief efforts in other South Carolina counties. A proclamation will be adopted to declare November as Native American Heritage Month.
Election 2024: Dorchester County Sheriff

Oct 30, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

Editor's note: In collaboration with the Summerville Journal Scene, the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum to provide a platform for candidates in races impacting Dorchester County to share their positions on key local issues. The event occurred Tuesday, Oct. 22, at Faith Sellers Senior Center in Summerville. The following information was compiled from that event.
Election 2024: 6 seek seats on DD2 Board of Trustees

Oct 30, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

Justin Farnsworth – District 1Dorchester School District Two Board of Trustees member Justin Farnsworth is seeking re-election. His campaign emphasizes several key priorities:Managing Community Growth: Farnsworth highlights the importance of strategic planning to accommodate the district's expanding population. He focuses on the need for new facilities and classrooms to ensure growth does not compromise educational quality.
Election 2024: Hearn, Feagin vying for Dorchester County Council District 6 seat

Oct 30, 2024 | postandcourier.com | Brandon Roberts

Editor's note: In collaboration with the Summerville Journal Scene, the Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce hosted a candidate forum to provide a platform for candidates in races impacting Dorchester County to share their positions on key local issues. The event occurred Tuesday, Oct. 22, at Faith Sellers Senior Center in Summerville. The following information was compiled from that event.