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The Island Packet

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UPDATE: SCDOT scraps plans to close and repair bridge. What we know

Editor’s note: This story has been updated since the South Carolina Department of Transportation changed its plans. The S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has reversed this weekend’s work to repair the J.E. McTeer Bridge, or the Lady’s Island Bridge. The change in plans was communicated to the Island Packet and Beaufort Gazette via email as well as a post to the department’s website. Work was expected to start tonight at 7 p.m. A supply-chain issue is the reason for cancellation. SCDOT will reschedule the work and notify the public when materials for the bridge repairs are received. Repairs were expected to be finished by Monday morning as SCDOT planned to work “around-the-clock.” SCDOT planned to close the left lane of southbound U.S. 21 on the Lady’s Island Bridge to repair expansion joints in the bridge, according to a previous press release. Many drivers see the gaps in the bridge as “lines,” but those lines are actually gaps between bridge decking that allows for expansion and contraction. This story will be updated as new information comes in.

South Carolina · 11h

yourislandnews.com

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Crash blocks lanes near Lady’s Island Drive and Ribaut Road

A vehicle crash near the intersection of Lady’s Island Drive and Ribaut Road is blocking lanes and affecting traffic headed toward Boundary Street. A witness at the scene said three cars were involved. The traffic advisory gives conflicting details about which lanes are blocked. Its headline says both lanes...

Lady'S Island, SC · 1d
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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 · 3d

WJBF

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Traffic flowing at GA/SC state line following crash

UPDATE, 11:26am – As of this update, traffic is flowing at the state line. NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) – Traffic at the Georgia-Carolina state line is at a crawl following a crash. According to South Carolina Department of Transportation’s (SCDOT) website, the right westbound lane (coming into Augusta) is shut down. The site says traffic […]

Augusta, GA · 3d

live5news.com

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Crash causes severe eastbound traffic delays on I-26

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — A crash on the interstate caused traffic to slow to a crawl in the area around Ashley Phosphate Road Friday morning. I-26 east was severely backed up before 6:30 a.m. The South Carolina Department of Transportation said a crash had blocked two left lanes,...

Summerville, SC · 13h

Charlotte Stories

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North Carolina Ranked #2 for Worst Drivers in America — South Carolina Ranked #3

Charlotte-area drivers may finally have some data to back up their complaints about traffic on both sides of the state line. A new LendingTree study ranks North Carolina as having the second-worst drivers in America. South Carolina tied for third, placing nearly the entire Charlotte region among the nation’s highest-ranked states for driving incidents.

North Carolina · 2d

Stacker

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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 · 4d

mytvcharleston.com

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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...

Beaufort County, SC · 3d

The Island Packet

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Hilton Head cracked down on parking, alcohol violations this year. Here's the data

Parking citations are up 71% in Hilton Head Island this year from last year, according to data from the town’s Community Code Enforcement team. Bob Bromage, director of public safety for the Town of Hilton Head, presented several findings at a council meeting in October, including information about parking enforcement and revenue brought in from paid parking and citations. More than 95,000 parking enforcement checks were conducted from March 1 to Sept. 7 of this year, Bromage said in the presentation. Citations increased from 1,653 in 2025 to 2,822 in 2026. Bromage said this increase is because the town hired seasonal workers whose sole job was to check the compliance of the cars around town. The presentation also touched on beach parking revenue. The town collected $838,448 from paid parking through September and $91,875 from citations, Bromage said. Last year, beach parking revenue was $770,149 from paid parking and $52,877 from citations, resulting in a nearly 9% increase. Complaints related to short-term rentals, or vacation rentals of 30 days or less, are also tracked by the town. So far this year, there have been 540 short-term rental complaints, compared to the 375 reported last year. Community Code Enforcement Officers had

Hilton Head Island, SC · 1d

Charleston City Paper

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New bike-ped bridge on track for summer 2027 completion

Ashley River Crossing, the long-awaited bike-pedestrian bridge spanning the Ashley River between downtown Charleston’s hospital district and West Ashley, is getting closer to completion, with elements starting to appear over the water. “It has felt excellent,” said Charleston City Council member Ben D’Allesandro, whose district includes the downtown end...

Charleston, SC · 16h

WCBD Count on 2

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SCDOT to implement lane shift operation for new bridge on I-95 over I-26

DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – A traffic shift will be implemented Wednesday for a newly constructed bridge on I-95 over I-26. It’s part of the I-26/I-95 Interchange Project in Orangeburg and Dorchester counties. The South Carolina Department of Transportation said the change will happen around 7 p.m. Wednesday, shifting traffic from the current interstate lanes […]

Dorchester County, SC · 2d

WCBD Count on 2

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Work stoppage by Charleston Rapid Rail drivers regarding pay and safety concerns

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Nearly 130 drivers and 15 carrier companies responsible for moving shipping containers between Charleston’s marine terminals and rail yards halted work Monday, citing pay concerns and safety risks. The work stoppage affected more than half of the roughly 200 drivers who transport vital cargo between local port facilities, according to […]

Charleston, SC · 4d

abcnews4.com

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Charleston leaders consider higher parking fines for violations

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Charleston drivers who overstay at parking meters, linger too long in residential districts or park illegally in disabled spaces could soon face higher fines as city leaders weigh whether current penalties are too low to change behavior. The issue was discussed at the city’s Traffic...

Charleston, SC · 3d

theweeklydriver.com

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Who Is at Fault When Two Cars Try to Merge Into the Same Lane?

Imagine driving along a three-lane highway when two vehicles on opposite sides begin moving toward the center lane. Neither driver realizes the other is changing lanes until their vehicles collide. Both drivers might insist they checked their mirrors, used their turn signals, and believed the lane was clear. So who...

South Carolina · 2d

WCBD Count on 2

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City of Charleston to repaint crosswalks on Rutledge Avenue, King Street

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – The City of Charleston says crews will start repainting crosswalks at more than a dozen intersections along Rutledge Avenue and King Street this week. The city says the work is city-funded and focuses on the Upper Peninsula area. Charleston said bright, fresh crosswalk markings allow drivers to see pedestrians more easily, […]

Charleston, SC · 3d

wpde.com

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SCDOT to conduct lane closure on Highway 501 over Intracoastal Waterway

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — The South Carolina Department of Transportation said they will conduct a lane closure on Highway 501 over the Intracoastal Waterway for routine maintenance and inspections beginning on Thursday. Officials said the right lane of 501 southbound will be closed beginning overnight Thursday and reopen...

Horry County, SC · 4d

Country Herald

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South Carolina Parents Alert: Stop Sign Challenge Raises Road Fears

Parents encouraged to discuss dangerous driving behavior before holiday traffic and winter hazards increase risks.

South Carolina · 6d

Charleston City Paper

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Gas prices fall 15-cents-a-gallon across S.C.

MORNING HEADLINES | The average price of a gallon of gas in South Carolina fell 15 cents last week, continuing a downward trend that’s lowered statewide prices about 55 cents over the past month, according to the price-tracking firm GasBuddy. Still, at $3.45 per gallon, that’s 77 cents more...

South Carolina · 4d

myhorrynews.com

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US 501 bridge to see overnight lane closures for maintenance

The South Carolina Department of Transportation will conduct a lane closure on Highway 501 over the Intracoastal Waterway for routine maintenance and inspections beginning on Thursday, Nov. 12. The right lane of US 501 southbound will be closed beginning overnight Thursday and reopen at 6 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 13.

South Carolina · 4d