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Rabid raccoon confirmed in Beaufort Co.; 2 pets exposed
BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. (WSAV)- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) confirmed that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Beaufort near Dolphin Point Drive and Indigo Loop. The raccoon was submitted to DHEC’s laboratory for testing on May 28 and was confirmed to have rabies on May 29, and as […]
Customers at different South Carolina gas stations hold winning lottery tickets, officials say
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Two gas station customers are in for a big payday after winning Powerball tickets were sold in two different cities, according to the South Carolina Education Lottery. (Above video is the Thursday morning headlines for 5/30/24.) Officials said players in Cheraw and Hardeeville should check their...
Hilton Head Island officials look at summer economic outlook
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (WTOC) - Tourism in a multi-billion dollar industry on Hilton Head Island, according to the island’s Chamber of Commerce. The industry’s peak season has just begun. From stocking up on inventory, to reopening bars, Hilton Head businesses are gearing up for the peak of...
USCB postpones ‘Always … Patsy Cline,’ ‘The Life and Times of Patsy Cline’
The USCB Center for the Arts and Beaufort Theatre Company have postponed the upcoming performances of “Always … Patsy Cline” due to a “tragic loss in our cast member’s family,” according to a news release. “The Life and Times of Patsy Cline,” originally scheduled...
Young Ridgeland author, illustrator publishes first book
Saadiq Stevens, now 12, recalled in preschool drawing on a whiteboard in his classroom and receiving a compliment on his work from the teacher. "The teacher came up to me, and instead of saying stop drawing, the teacher said, wow that's a really good picture," Stevens said. "This inspired me to want to draw and write books and I always drew little drawings for my mom and dad."
Thibault Gallery hosting artist Nelson for First Friday
Art extends beyond the confines of a frame at Thibault Gallery’s First Friday event from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 7, featuring Lowcountry artist Paige Nelson’s vibrant three-dimensional fiber art sculptures. Each piece starts with yesterday’s news, strips of repurposed paper Paige recycles into art. She is...
Democrat Deford holding happy hour in Beaufort
Mac Deford, a Democratic candidate for the 1st Congressional District seat currently held by Republican Nancy Mace, will hold a “Happy Hour with Mac Deford” from 5 to 7 p.m.,, Friday, May 31 at Gilligan’s Seafood Restaurant at 2601 Boundary Street in Beaufort. Those interested in coming...
Nutrition Delivered: Meals on Wheels Takes Care of Our Neighbors
At Meals On Wheels, we are working with Hilton Head Island Safe Harbour to do a Fun Friday once a month. Our clients and their clients get together to play games, have lunch, and enjoy a dessert, which they love. Becky’s parents are in their 80s and both are in...
Super Dad: Father’s Day Coligny Plaza Gift Guide
Don’t forget dad on Sunday, June 16th. Whether your pop appreciates a fine cigar, a brand new pair of crazy socks, or just wants to spend time eating ice cream with the family; Coligny Plaza has you covered with a variety of creative gift ideas. Continue Reading. As always,...
New Eats in the Lowcountry
There has been a flurry of new eats recently in the area, and some are incredibly popular already. It’s a running joke over here on my side of the Savannah River that any new restaurant that rolls into downtown Savannah every year sets their sights on being open by St. Patrick’s Day. That makes a lot of sense, of course, because it is the one week of the year where everyone in and around Savannah’s historic district sees the most green – literally and figuratively.
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