I began my teaching career in 1975, and with a short break from Sept ‘76 until Jan ‘78 to test out the waters as an operations analyst on Wall Street, it is the only main job I have held …

Your body is a natural regulator of heat. It responds to high temperatures by circulating blood and increasing the temperature of your skin. Excess heat is released through the skin by sweating. …

By Paul Tollefson Contributor If you grew up in Hilton Head — or this area, for that matter — then I’m sure you have at least one good partying story from your youth, though …

Brent Cawn has completed 56 triathlons, and 140 various kinds of races since 2001: running, biking and swimming. “I’ve done a lot of multiple mile swims,” Cawn said. He swam from …

Our SC House of Representatives passed a landmark income tax reform bill last month that would set our state on a bold new economic path. This proposed legislation, which must now get final Senate …

Lots of families will be going camping this summer for their vacation. Here are a few tips to keep your trip fun and safe. Plan ahead for your park or camping visit. Many parks offer a lot to …

I admit it…I’m a sucker for soft shell crabs. I’m originally from the land of lobsters so that’s quite a mouthful of confession. It wasn’t an easy transition – we …

Expert Advice: As an elder law attorney, I often explain to clients how estate planning involves much more than just creating a will or trust. It’s also about making sure your loved ones can …

While opening day for both baseball and the community pool has come and gone, the significance of both remains, especially here in the Lowcountry. While this is also pollen season (you don’t …

Did you hear that? Hoot Hoot Hoot? Perhaps it was a celebratory call, two Great Horned Owls recently became new parents on Hilton Head Island. Their tiny chicks, called owlets, hatched a day apart in …

“Wait, he’s in the backyard? In the DARK?” This was the moment I knew our annual tradition was officially out of control. The day before Easter my bestie Janet signed us up for …

As winter gives way to spring, many adults turn to the age-old tradition of “spring cleaning.” This practice of airing out homes and scrubbing away the remnants of winter isn’t just …

Caring for a spouse or parent is a love story that, like others, has obstacles to overcome. A long-retired Army nurse, Nina, was living alone in the home that she and her husband bought when they …

Ask the Expert: What is the SC DMV doing in July that could affect my estate plan? Expert Answer: Beginning July 1, 2025, it will be possible to establish a Transfer on Death (TOD) designation on …

Hilton Head Island continues to be one of the most desirable coastal markets in the Southeast, drawing buyers with its natural beauty, strong community, and high-quality lifestyle. As we move into …

Fire has been on my mind lately, and not in a “let’s roast some marshmallows” way. From the devastation in California to the horrible fire on Christmas Eve that destroyed a …

My father suffered from peripheral neuropathy. That is why I do what I do. I know firsthand what it’s like to have a loved one struggle through neuropathy day after day. If you’re reading …

One of the best strategies to adopt from the Super Rich, or those with a net worth of $500 million or more, is working with professionals to manage financial and lifestyle concerns. But that’s …

Reflect, release, renew. Lent this year begins on Wednesday, March 6, for 46 days ending on Holy Saturday, April 19. Easter Sunday is April 20. There are six Sundays in Lent which are not counted as …

It was February 14th. St Valentine’s Day. Not exactly festive outside. Cold this morning, gloomy. Sun still tucked away, winter late rising. Time for coffee. Even decaf would be …