Local crime, high school sports, county politics, events tonight, and business closings — the daily Lowcountry report from HERE Beaufort.
Sports
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has confirmed the league's intention to establish multiple teams outside the United States, stating there is no doubt this will happen. This announcement builds on the NFL's ongoing efforts to expand its international presence, which includes an increasing number of games played overseas.The 2026 NFL season…
Sports
A detailed manual on golf etiquette, last revised in March 2013, provides foundational guidance for players, emphasizing courtesy, safety, and the preservation of golf courses. The document serves as a resource for both new and experienced golfers, covering a range of topics from appropriate attire to maintaining pace of play…
Sports
Golfers navigating the courses in and around Beaufort are often guided by a set of unwritten rules designed to enhance play, maintain safety, and preserve the integrity of the greens. These guidelines, which span from basic etiquette to specific course protection measures, are fundamental for both seasoned players and newcomers…
Education
A renewed national focus on classroom cooling and ventilation, spurred by recent heat wave disruptions affecting schools across the country, highlights ongoing challenges for educational institutions as summer progresses. The discussions emphasize the critical need for robust cooling systems and effective ventilation to maintain safe and conducive learning environments. Separate reports…
Education
A national conversation surrounding the impact of heat waves on school operations and the critical need for adequate classroom cooling and ventilation systems is resonating with educational leaders in Beaufort. Reports from across the country have highlighted disruptions caused by extreme temperatures, bringing building readiness and air quality to the…
Education
The state Education Department is undergoing a significant restructuring, prompting school districts across South Carolina, including those in Beaufort, to closely monitor the process for any potential disruptions to essential services. The broad scope of the departmental changes has led to an atmosphere of watchfulness among local administrators, particularly concerning…
Business
Opinion and scenario analysis. Two branches, both steelmanned. No prediction is being made in either direction. What everyone agrees on Three numbers are independently reported by multiple credit-research and market-data sources and can be treated as established for the purpose of this discussion. One. Hyperscaler capital spending in 2026 is on track for…
Business
U.S. stock markets closed higher on Monday, August 3, 2026, with major indexes posting notable gains as investor sentiment improved. The upward trend was largely attributed to reports of planned talks between the United States and Iran, which subsequently led to a significant drop in crude oil prices. The Dow Jones…
Business
Global financial markets experienced significant volatility on Monday, July 20, as escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities, pushed oil prices sharply higher and sent Treasury bond yields climbing. These shifts are expected to ripple through the national economy, ultimately affecting the daily financial realities for businesses…
Politics
A recent diplomatic initiative led by Qatar has emerged as a fresh avenue for de-escalation in the Gulf region, following a period of heightened tensions involving Iran. This mediation push underscores ongoing international efforts to maintain stability in a geopolitically sensitive area, with potential ramifications that extend to communities like…
Politics
United States military actions against Iran have been reported by international and domestic news outlets, occurring in the wake of recent attacks on commercial vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz. These developments are closely linked to the imposition of new oil-related sanctions and an overall increase in shipping risk…
Politics
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appeared before a congressional panel this week, offering testimony on the Supreme Court's budget and security requirements. The appearance marked a rare public hearing involving sitting justices on matters of the court's operational funding and safety protocols. The session focused on the administrative needs…
Health
Balance is increasingly recognized as a crucial factor in healthy aging and a predictor of longevity, alongside traditional fitness components like cardio, strength training, and stretching. Research indicates that maintaining good balance can significantly impact an individual's health span and lifespan.A 2022 study published in the British Journal of Sports…
Health
The rate of exemptions from routine childhood vaccines among US kindergartners reached a record high of 4.2% during the 2025-26 school year, according to new data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday. This marks an increase from 3.6% in the previous school year and…
Health
New research indicates that consuming approximately a handful of nuts daily could be linked to a reduced risk of developing high blood pressure. A systematic review and meta-analysis, published on August 4 in the British Journal of Nutrition, analyzed eight prospective studies and found that each additional 1-ounce (28-gram) serving…
Home and Garden
A creator behind Glass Root Garden, an online presence, suggests that a yard appearing spotless, without visible insect activity or other creatures, may not be supporting local wildlife. The creator stated that a pest-free environment often signifies a starving ecosystem rather than a healthy one.For many years, gardeners in urban…
Home and Garden
A newly released home maintenance guide outlines 30 essential tasks for homeowners, covering a range of indoor and outdoor upkeep designed to ensure safety, efficiency, and the long-term condition of residential properties. The recommendations span fire and safety protocols, cooling system care, plumbing inspections, and extensive exterior maintenance, offering a…
Home and Garden
Maintaining a home proactively can prevent costly repairs and preserve property value, a principle particularly relevant as the summer season provides optimal conditions for various outdoor and indoor projects. For homeowners in Beaufort, understanding key maintenance areas can help prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively. One critical area for attention is…
Technology
Opponents of artificial intelligence infrastructure across the United States staged or planned coordinated protests in at least 125 locations over the July 18 weekend, marking what has been described as the first national effort focused on the backlash against data center expansion. The widespread demonstrations brought attention to a range…
Technology
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure across the nation is placing unprecedented demands on electrical grids, shifting the focus of tech-business coverage to data center capacity, hardware demand, and energy planning. This development highlights a critical bottleneck in AI growth: power, rather than processing chips, has emerged as the…
Technology
The burgeoning demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure across the nation is increasingly centering on the capacity of electrical grids and the reliability of power supply, rather than solely on the availability of advanced microchips. Industry analysts and utility planners are observing a significant shift, identifying power generation and distribution as…
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