Beach season is here, and a few simple precautions can help keep your day safe and enjoyable. Learn to swim. If necessary, take swimming lessons, and remember that swimming in the ocean is very …

The Italian American Club of Hilton Head awarded seven $2,000 college scholarships to local high school seniors May 7. Scholarship recipients were Carter Lawson, Kori DePoe and Myla Greene of …

Out on S.C. 462, the road to Ridgeland, there’s a place that doesn’t ask much of you. It just waits for you to notice it. Coolers Country Store has been sitting there since 1925, built by a man …

Self Help has unveiled a new refrigerated Mobile Market designed to bring fresh food directly into communities across Beaufort and Jasper counties. The nonprofit introduced the vehicle during a …

Beaufort County School District is launching a new summer food program that will provide free weekly breakfast and lunch meal kits for children during the summer months. The program, called …

Many people who want a dog are concerned about their living situation and whether it is suitable for one. A common question is which breeds are appropriate for apartments and townhouses. These …

Thinking about getting a backyard pool or already have one? Here are some water safety tips for your backyard pool. Backyard pool safety measures Many cities and states require certain safety …

One of the most important—and often overlooked—decisions in estate planning is choosing an executor. An executor is the person (or organization) responsible for carrying out your wishes …

According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 1.3 billion people worldwide live with a disability. Put simply, everyone knows someone with a disability. While “special needs” has no …

Estate planning is often treated as something to “get to later.” In my 23 years of practicing law in South Carolina, I can tell you plainly: later is where problems begin. At its core, a …

This time of year, many of us leave the Lowcountry and travel elsewhere. Travel, especially international travel, presents risks, and we must remain vigilant while also enjoying the experience. The …

With enrollment underway for the 2026-27 school year, Lowcountry Connections Academy is continuing to grow its presence as a statewide option for students seeking a more flexible approach to …

The Beaufort County School District honored 115 high school seniors for outstanding academic achievement at the annual Senior Scholars celebration. Senior Scholars are students who have been …

d peer education is marking a decade of impact across the Lowcountry. Teens for Healthy Youth, a program of the Lowcountry Alliance for Healthy Youth, began in 2016 as a pilot initiative at Bluffton …

Should your bedroom door be closed at night when you go to bed? The answer is yes, because it could save your life in the event of a fire. About 50% of fire-related deaths occur between 11 p.m. and 7 …

The RBC Heritage tournament week transforms Hilton Head Island into a multigenerational celebration. Grandparents and grandchildren gather along Harbour Town’s fairways, sharing barbecue sliders, …

Every weekday morning, Monday through Friday, including Thanksgiving and Christmas, Meals on Wheels Bluffton–Hilton Head begins its quiet work. Between 8 and 10 a.m., volunteers arrive at two local …

In today’s digital culture, which often celebrates youth and speed, Hilton Head Island resident Katharine Rose is focused on something different: slowing down long enough to listen to the wisdom of …

For many people, building wealth represents years, often decades, of hard work, discipline, and sacrifice. What sometimes receives less attention is the reality that accumulated assets can also …

Spirit of Sebastian will host three events in March focused on substance abuse prevention and community support in the Lowcountry. The nonprofit will present “Prevention Starts Now” on March …