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1 dead in Beaufort County crash on Dulamo Road

At around 8:50 p.m. on Nov. 10, a Hyundai sedan driver traveling north on Dulamo Road veered off the right side of the road and struck a tree, Corporal Nick Pye with the SC Highway Patrol reported.

Beaufort County, SC · 6h

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19-year-old charged with DUI in fatal Beaufort County crash

A 19-year-old man was charged with a felony DUI after a Friday crash in Beaufort County killed a 76-year-old man.

Beaufort County, SC · 2d

The Island Packet

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U.S. 278 widening between Hilton Head and I-95 moves forward. Here's what to know

Jasper County is advancing plans to widen a 4-mile stretch of U.S. 278 to six lanes between the Beaufort County line and John Smith Road. The $80 million project is funded by a 2024 voter-approved penny sales tax, with construction expected to begin in 2033. FULL STORY: Road between Hilton Head and I-95 is widening. What to expect Here are key takeaways: Two options on the table: Alternative 1 widens U.S. 278 to the outside, keeping the 48-foot-wide grassy median. Alternative 2 widens into the existing median, requiring a concrete barrier at intersections and crossovers. Project manager’s view: Jeff Buckalew of Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering said widening to the outside is preferable, “but we’ll see what the public says.” Where things stand: The public comment period has closed, but Jasper County officials said no decisions have been made. They are using public input and other information to determine a preferred alternative that will guide the design work ahead. Timeline and cost: The $80 million project will be built in two phases, with right-of-way acquisition starting in 2029, construction in 2033 and roughly three years to complete. How it’s funded: Voters approved a 1% sales tax in 2024 expected to raise

Jasper County, SC · 1d

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Beaufort County man charged in deadly Laurel Bay Road crash

BEAUFORT, S.C. (WTOC) - The South Carolina Highway Patrol arrested and charged Christopher Andrew Bliss with reckless homicide in connection with an Aug. 22 crash on Laurel Bay Road in Beaufort County that killed Raul Pacheco. The charge is listed as “reckless homicide; death results within 3 years; caused by injury from vehicle.”

Beaufort County, SC · 2d
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The Island Packet

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Hilton Head: Frequent info requests ‘designed to harass.' Here's how town is responding

The Hilton Head Town Council voted 6-1 Tuesday to authorize the town attorney to initiate a lawsuit to seek relief from “unduly burdensome, overly broad, vague, repetitive or otherwise improper” claims. Councilwoman Tamara Becker voted no. In approving the lawsuit, the Town Council did not specifically say that it was being driven by Skip Hoagland, a frequent town critic who has filed numerous legal actions against the city including several involving Freedom of Information Act requests. But “multiple cases” filed by Hoagland was the reason the town gave on the agenda for closing the doors and convening into executive session to talk about “pending and potential legal claims covered under the attorney client privilege.” The vote to pursue the lawsuit followed that meeting. Comments from Town Council members after they emerged from the closed session indicated they also want the town investigate its policy regarding FOIA requests going forward. “I think it’s important that the town develop a policy to determine what's burdensome so that it can be applied consistently when there are FOIA requests,” Councilwoman Melinda Turner said. “I’ll just jump in with that,” Becker said, “and say that policy needs to begin its development as soon as the

Hilton Head Island, SC · 7h

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City of Beaufort, current and former police chiefs seek dismissal of Fritz lawsuit

Defendants deny retaliation after state council found department failed to prove misconduct. The City of Beaufort, former Police Chief Dale McDorman and Police Chief Stephenie Price are asking a judge to dismiss former police investigator Stephanie Fritz’s lawsuit, denying retaliation and alleging she intentionally deleted investigative materials from the department’s computer system.

Beaufort, SC · 22h

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Jasper County to hold annual turkey, ham giveaway

Members with the Clementa Pinckney Foundation, Jasper County Parks & Recreation and Lowcountry Crew will help to hand out the ham and turkey to the community.

Jasper County, SC · 9h

Explore Beaufort SC

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Beaufort's BIG holiday weekend celebration just around the corner

The town is getting ready for the holidays and everyone is looking forward to the upcoming City of Beaufort Holiday Weekend Celebration. The weekend of December 4th through 6th will be packed with music, food, entertainment, shopping, parades – and Santa, of course!

Beaufort, SC · 2d

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Six South Carolina Restaurants Where Prime Rib Is Still A Weekly Ritual

Some dinners are just meals, but prime rib night is a standing date that people plan their whole week around. Across South Carolina, a handful of restaurants still roll out this slow-roasted classic on a set night, and the regulars know exactly when to show up. A few of these...

South Carolina · 1d

The Island Packet

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Hilton Head's Lantern Parade to light the beach this weekend. Here's your guide

Dazzling lights are coming to Hilton Head Island for the 2026 Lantern Parade. Hilton Head’s famous Lantern Parade returns this Saturday Nov. 14 for what the town calls a celebration of the island’s history, natural beauty and community spirit. Residents, professional lantern-makers and four marching bands will take to the beach for Saturday’s parade. Whether you’re planning to participate or watch the action, here’s your guide to the 2026 Lantern Parade: When and where does the parade begin? The lantern parade begins at 5:45 p.m. at the Alder Lane beach access. Participants can begin lining up at 5 p.m. The parade will move north along South Forest Beach until exiting the beach at The Beach House parking lot. From there, the parade will move to Lowcountry Celebration Park. A digital version of the route map can be found here . Where to park These parking lots will be reserved for the parade, according to the Town of Hilton Head: Coligny Beach parking lot Former Wild Wings lot, 72 Pope Ave. Former Aunt Chilada’s lot, 69 Pope Ave. First Baptist Church, 100 S. Forest Beach Drive St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 50 Pope Ave. Providence Presbyterian Church, 171 Cordillo Parkway, access the

Hilton Head Island, SC · 17h

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Cheapest gas stations in Hilton Head Island

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Hilton Head Island using data from Gas Buddy

Hilton Head Island, SC · 2d

The Island Packet

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Will 163-year-old Beaufort National Cemetery find new home and room to grow in Bluffton?

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hunting for new spots across Beaufort County to expand or replace the landmark 163-year-old Beaufort National Cemetery. One top contender is apparently a 100-acre wooded lot in Bluffton near the May River, about 25 miles away from the current location. That Bluffton property is going for $6.5 million , but local zoning rules currently ban cemeteries, so the owner has been trying to get Beaufort County to change the rules. However, the Beaufort County Council rejected the proposed text amendment in a 7-3 vote Monday, preventing cemeteries within the May River Community Preservation District. Despite the setback, representatives for the property owners intend to explore alternative legislative routes to enable the land sale. Real estate broker John Binder affirmed, “We’re not going to give up.” The urgency for a zoning solution stems from space constraints at the historic 44-acre Beaufort National Cemetery, which is rapidly approaching capacity. Major expansion completed President Abraham Lincoln created the cemetery during the Civil War for Union soldiers who died in local hospitals during the federal occupation following the 1861 Battle of Port Royal. It contains over 18,500 to 19,000 burials spanning every major American conflict from the

Beaufort County, SC · 1d

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Brush fire blocks inbound lanes of Boundary Street in Beaufort

BEAUFORT, S.C. — All lanes of Boundary Street reopened Wednesday afternoon after a brush fire blocked traffic heading into Beaufort near Robert Smalls Parkway. No injuries were reported. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office announced at 1:48 p.m. Nov. 11 that all lanes had reopened. In an alert issued at...

Beaufort, SC · 22h

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Coast Guard rescues six people from Jasper County island

Six people were rescued Nov. 4 from a grounded 18-foot recreational vessel near Turtle Island Wildlife Management Area in Jasper County, according to a U.S. Coast Guard news release. Turtle Island Wildlife Management Area is South Carolina’s southern-most barrier island that is located in the Hardeeville area of Jasper County....

Jasper County, SC · 22h

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Beaufort County leaders deny latest Pine Island golf course proposal, reject settlement offer

BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - Beaufort County Council has denied the latest request to make way for a golf course on St. Helena Island, upholding a cultural protection overlay that prevents golf courses from being built there. The decision came after hours of discussion at the Beaufort County Government Building,...

Beaufort County, SC · 1d

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Beaufort County awarded $8 million grant for SC 170 safety upgrades

BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Beaufort County has received an $8 million federal grant for safety improvements along the SC 170 corridor in northern Beaufort County, U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace announced. The funding will support roadway changes intended to reduce crashes and improve traffic flow along a corridor where...

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Firefighters free teen trapped in pickup truck after Lobeco collision

LOBECO, S.C. (WTOC) - A teenager was rescued from a pickup truck Tuesday after a collision with a tractor on Trask Parkway in Lobeco, according to Burton Fire District. Just after 2 p.m., emergency crews responded to the collision on Trask Parkway near the Beaufort County library in Lobeco. The Burton and Sheldon fire districts, Beaufort County EMS, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office and the South Carolina Highway Patrol responded.

Lobeco, SC · 1d

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ERRECINQUE selects Beaufort County for U.S. distribution and customer support facility

BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - ERRECINQUE USA, the U.S. subsidiary of Italian manufacturer ERRECINQUE, has selected Beaufort County for a new distribution and customer support facility. The company plans to invest approximately $5 million over five years and create more than 10 new jobs. About the company. Founded in 1981...

Beaufort County, SC · 1d

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Beaufort man arrested for selling fake IDs at Clemson

Beaufort High graduate faces 14 charges of forgery. A recent Beaufort High School graduate has been charged with 14 counts of forgery in Pickens County. On Wednesday, Nov. 4, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged James Patrick Thomas Jr., 19, of Beaufort, with 14 counts of Forgery – No Dollar Amount Involved.

Clemson, SC · 22h

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Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner on Hilton Head Island in 2026

Thanksgiving is all about gathering around the table, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend the day in the kitchen. Whether you’re planning a traditional turkey dinner, a waterfront meal or a holiday feast to enjoy at home, several Hilton Head Island restaurants are taking care of the cooking this year.

Hilton Head Island, SC · 1d