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BREAKING NEWS
Beaufort County Women Veteran Honored in National Initiative
News Summary Caroline Fermin, Beaufort County Veterans Affairs Director, has been recognized as one of 28 extraordinary women veterans in the 2025 ‘Women Forging a Path’ initiative. This initiative by...
Settlement Reached in Beaufort County Workplace Harassment Lawsuits
News Summary Beaufort County has reached a settlement in the workplace harassment lawsuits involving former auditor James Beckert. Three women, including county Treasurer Maria Walls, have alleged a decade of...
Beaufort City Council Launches Waterfront Advisory Committee
News Summary The Beaufort City Council has established a new Waterfront Advisory Committee (WAC) dedicated to enhancing and preserving the city’s waterfront areas. With a mix of citizen representatives and...
Beaufort County Residents Rally Against Trump Policies
News Summary Around 300 Beaufort County residents protested against Trump administration policies last Saturday. Though turnout was lower than a previous rally, the energetic spirit remained high. Regular protests occur...
Traffic Safety Improvements at Beaufort County Intersection
News Summary The S.C. 170 and U.S. 278 intersection in Beaufort County has undergone significant safety upgrades aimed at improving traffic flow and reducing accidents. While initial data shows a...
Beaufort Mourns the Loss of Rev. Kenneth Hodges
News Summary Rev. Kenneth Hodges, a beloved church leader and community advocate, passed away at 73. His remarkable service at Tabernacle Baptist Church and contributions to Beaufort have left a...
Hospital Corpsman Timothy Helton Awarded Purple Heart
News Summary A moving ceremony held at Parris Island honored Hospital Corpsman First Class Timothy Helton, who was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries sustained during combat. The event featured...
Beaufort Nurses Recognized with 2025 Palmetto Gold Award
News Summary Two nursing leaders from Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Karen Carroll and Tricia Evegan, have been awarded the prestigious 2025 Palmetto Gold Award for their outstanding contributions to patient care...
Community Alarmed by Sunken Sailboat in Beaufort River
News Summary A sunken sailboat in the Beaufort River has raised concerns among local residents and authorities. The abandoned vessel, moored for over a decade, sank after taking on water....
BUSINESS
Jan Koum’s Super Yacht Mogambo Makes Waves in South Carolina
News Summary The luxury super yacht Mogambo, owned by WhatsApp co-founder Jan Koum, was recently sighted along the South Carolina coast as it journeys to Palm Beach, Florida. Measuring 241...
Events/What's Happening
Bluffton Hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
News Summary Bluffton is gearing up for the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27, 2025. Residents can safely dispose of unused prescription medications at two drop-off...
Beaufort Executive Airport Begins Runway Maintenance Project
News Summary Beaufort Executive Airport has started an important runway maintenance project set to last from April 22 to April 27, 2025. This maintenance addresses Runway 07/25, which will be...
Beaufort Prepares for a Colorful Display at Southern Comforts Quilt Show
News Summary Beaufort is gearing up for the Southern Comforts quilt show on April 25-26, 2023. Hosted by the Sea Island Quilters, this event will showcase around 150 quilts, along...
Beaufort Prepares for Town Hall Meeting with Congressman Clyburn
News Summary On April 24, 2025, Congressman Jim Clyburn will host a town hall in Beaufort focusing on critical issues like veterans’ concerns and healthcare. The event is expected to...
Beaufort Citizens Invited to Chat With Council
News Summary The Beaufort County Council will host a ‘Chat With Council’ event for citizens on April 22 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Beaufort Branch Library. This informal...
Quilts Celebrate Culture at Hilton Head Island Event
News Summary On April 26, 2025, Hilton Head Island will host the ‘Experience the Power of Quilts in the Journey to Freedom’ event at Mitchelville Freedom Park. This gathering aims...
Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Community Hospital in Bluffton
News Summary Bluffton residents are invited to the groundbreaking ceremony for the Beaufort Memorial Bluffton Community Hospital on May 7. This new facility, located at 10 Innovation Drive, will provide...
CRIME
Settlement Reached in Beaufort County Workplace Harassment Lawsuits
News Summary Beaufort County has reached a settlement in the workplace harassment lawsuits involving former auditor James Beckert. Three women, including county Treasurer Maria Walls, have alleged a decade of...
Food Stamp Fraud Charges Hit Beaufort County Couple Hard
News Summary Dennis Lee Phillips and his wife Jennifer Nichole Phillips have been charged with significant food stamp fraud in Beaufort County. Allegedly defrauding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)...
POLITICS
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