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The Island Packet

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Rodent droppings in soda syrup. Beaufort Co.'s worst October food inspections

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) has released its October food inspection reports. Two restaurants, two schools and a Parker’s scored less than A. Inspectors from the SCDA inspect restaurants and other food-serving establishments across the state on a routine basis. The frequency of inspections is based on the establishment’s risk-factor for food-borne illness and its compliance history, according to the SCDA. Grades are awarded on a 100-point scale, with A grades above 87 points, B 78 points, and C less than 78 points. Repeat infractions can result in lower letter grades no matter the points. Here’s why these Beaufort County establishments received their grades, and if their violations were corrected: E-Tang Asian Bistro Inspectors awarded E-Tang Asian Bistro, located at 811 William Hilton Parkway on Hilton Head Island, a C grade with 75 points in its Oct.15 routine inspection. Inspectors observed: An employee drinking from an open cup and eating from a bowl on the hot line Employees failing to wash hands between cleaning and food preparation, an employee washing hands without soap, and an employee washing hands in a food preparation sink “Fresh rodent droppings in a pool of Lemon-Lime Soda Syrup,” as well as rodent droppings

Beaufort County, SC · 4d

The Coconut Mama

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Gone forever: The 3 most beloved South Carolina restaurants that recently closed

South Carolina has said goodbye to another trio of familiar dining rooms, following September’s closure of a longtime Columbia sushi favorite. From a waterfront splurge in North Myrtle Beach to…

North Myrtle Beach, SC · 11d

The Post and Courier

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Stray animals overwhelm Lowcountry counties, animal shelters

VARNVILLE – Make no bones about it, Hampton County has gone to the dogs. The rural, Lowcountry county has been in financial disarray and is now under state police investigation. It also suffers the stigma of being the former home of South Carolina’s most-notorious man: confessed swindler and accused family slayer Alex Murdaugh, whose ongoing criminal saga remains in the spotlight. Now, on top of all that, Hampton County is increasingly overrun by stray animals. County employees and nonprofit pet organizations are struggling to respond to an overwhelming number of wild dogs and cats in the 560-...

Hampton County, SC · 1d

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This NYC-Style South Carolina Deli Piles Pastrami Sandwiches As Big As Your Head

One sandwich here is called the Arthur Avenue Special, and it arrives stacked with meat and sweet peppers. Some deli sandwiches come in large or huge sizes. That second option tells you everything about the ambition of this kitchen. The menu reads like a love letter to New York. Pastrami,...

Hilton Head Island, SC · 2d
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Miami Herald

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The Lowcountry's standout spots for shrimp and grits

You can find dozens of variations on this classic Southern dish in restaurants across the country. But there's something special about eating shrimp and grits in the Lowcountry, where the main ingredients are so close to home. Shrimp and grits have been a staple in coastal Southern kitchens for generations, but when and where did the dish originate? Sources like the Levine Museum of the New South suggest shrimp and grits was likely the result of a convergence of Gullah Geechee, Indigenous and European cooking traditions that started centuries ago. An early recipe for "Shrimps and Hominy" appears in the 1930 cookbook, Two Hundred Years of Charleston Cooking. Over time, the dish was eventually popularized (and fancied up) by restaurants like Crook's Corner in Chapel Hill, North Carolina and Husk in Charleston, South Carolina. Our list of standout shrimp and grits highlights crowd-favorite versions of this dish, both traditional and creative, where local ingredients like these are always the focus. That's thanks to farmers who still grow heritage-variety grains, like the Sea Island Yellow Guinea Flint Grits from Rollen's Raw Grains in Hardeeville, South Carolina, and purveyors like Tarvin Shrimp of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, who catch shrimp off the

Beaufort, SC · 6d

Baller Alert

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Georgia Southern Crowd Tells Jacquees “No” to New Music, Demands “B.E.D.”

Georgia Southern students gave Jacquees an unexpected response during the university’s homecoming concert on Friday, November 6, when they loudly rejected his offer to perform new music and demanded his […] The post Georgia Southern Crowd Tells Jacquees “No” to New Music, Demands “B.E.D.” appeared first on Baller Alert .

Statesboro, GA · 16h

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South Carolina Island Farm Stand Keeps an Old-Fashioned Tradition Alive With Homemade Pies

A whole refrigerator full of homemade pies waits at the end of a sandy dirt road. Key lime, pecan, banana cream. All of them sit inside a weathered little produce stand shaded by moss-draped oaks. I like how unbothered this place feels. The building looks like it hasn’t changed in...

South Carolina · 1d

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Michelin Guide recognizes Old Town Bluffton restaurant for delicious food and good value

BLUFFTON — Okàn, the airy, elegant West African- and Caribbean-inspired restaurant in Old Town Bluffton, earned the Bib Gourmand designation in Michelin's American South guide, an award for restaurants that serve "great food at good value." It's the only restaurant in Beaufort County to receive the honor this year.

Bluffton, SC · 12d

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Sweatman’s Barbeque Serves All-You-Can-Eat Pork In A Charming Old Farmhouse In Holly Hill, South Carolina

Picture a white farmhouse sitting out in the South Carolina countryside, with a front porch, a giant shade tree, and the smell of whole-hog barbecue drifting out the door. That is Sweatman’s Barbeque in Holly Hill, a family-owned spot that people have been driving to for generations. Travelers detour...

Holly Hill, SC · 5d

The Island Packet

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Hilton Head Food Lion ready to open. What to know about island's newest grocer

Food Lion is opening a 41,000 square-foot grocery store on Hilton Head next week almost 15 years after it shuttered its last store on the island. Here are five things to know about the return of the North Carolina-based grocery chain: 1. Where is it? In the former Sam’s Club at 93 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza. 2. When is it opening? Wednesday, Nov. 11, following a 7:45 a.m. ribbon-cutting. After that, customers will be invited in to shop the new store with a number of giveaways and prizes planned for the first 100 customers. Similar events sometimes see people lining up as early as 4 a.m. 3. What are the store hours? The new Food Lion will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. 4. What will the store have? The store will include : Ready-to-eat meals. Self-checkout lanes. To go grocery pickup and delivery service. Products sourced from local growers and manufacturers. A walk-in garden cooler to ensure peak freshness, in-store prepared fresh-cut fruit, freshly made sushi and a self-service wing and hot favorites bar. 5. Why did the last Food Lion close? A Food Lion grocery operated on 40 Palmetto Bay Road on Hilton Head

Hilton Head Island, SC · 3d

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You’ll Want To Arrive Early At This South Carolina Bakery Before The Donuts Sell Out

There’s a bakery in Summerville, South Carolina where the donuts disappear faster than your motivation to eat healthy ever did. DonutMakes is the kind of place that turns ordinary Tuesday mornings into something worth getting out of bed for. Let’s start with a truth that most of us already...

Summerville, SC · 3d

The Island Packet

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New Bluffton Italian deli offers more than just sandwiches. What's on the menu?

The Bluffton Prosciutto Company , a new delicatessen serving authentic Italian fare, opened this week in Parkway Commons. The shop takes inspiration from the pork stores, salumerias and Italian social clubs of Northern New Jersey and New York. FULL STORY: A new Italian deli just opened in Bluffton. Here’s where, what to know Here are key takeaways: Location: The deli is at 4376 Bluffton Parkway Unit 202, in the space formerly occupied by Delectable Desserts by Russ. Carry-out is available, with a few tables inside. Menu: Fresh homemade mozzarella anchors the menu. Of the eight signature sandwiches on the board, only one doesn’t include it. Sandwiches: Sandwich lineup includes the Jimmy O (prosciutto di Parma, capocollo and sweet soppressata), the Plain J, Dani’s Delight on focaccia, Gloria, Jocelyn’s Brooklyn, My Cousin Vinnie, Nico and the Johnny OCC. What the deli sells: Beyond sandwiches, the deli sells Italian cured meats and cheeses, pasta, prepared ready-to-eat foods and imported Italian grocery essentials. Hours: Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The deli is closed Sunday and Monday. The deli’s Italian neighbor, Radici Italian Chophouse , was recently selected for the 2026 Michelin Guide. The summary points above were compiled

Bluffton, SC · 4d

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South Carolina’s Family-Owned Department Store Returned to Charleston After 12 Years With Discounts Up to 70%

Brand-name clothes, shoes, and home decor at up to 70 percent off department store prices. That promise got a whole lot closer for Lowcountry shoppers when a beloved family-run store came back after a long time away. The company has deep roots in South Carolina. It sells workwear, activewear, purses,...

North Charleston, SC · 1d

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These 7 Small-Town South Carolina Bakeries Are Worth The Drive For Their Cinnamon Rolls Alone

Ready to hit the road for small-town bakeries in South Carolina?. These 7 bakeries serve warm cinnamon rolls and friendly smiles that make every mile worth it!. 1. Charleston Bakery & Delicatessen (Summerville) Let’s start with a place that knows how to make you hungry before you even open the...

South Carolina · 1d

WCBD Count on 2

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Volunteers rescue stranded dolphin near Ridgeland; fourth stranding within 10 days: LMMN

RIDGELAND, S.C. (WCBD) – Volunteers with the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network rescued a young bottlenose dolphin stranded on a sandbar in a tidal creek near Ridgeland on Sunday, November 8. The rescue marked the organization’s fourth marine mammal stranding response within the past 10 days. LMMN was notified by a resident that the dolphin was […]

Ridgeland, SC · 12h

Raleigh News & Observer

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Deck the shores: 10 Southern shops for a coastal Christmas

There's nothing like Christmas in the South, where no tinsel is spared and the only drifts are made of sand. From the Carolinas to the Gulf Coast, we've scouted 10 stores where the season's best treasures await - no sleigh required. Hyam Garden and Accent Store , James Island, South Carolina From October and through December, The Christmas Room at Hyams Garden and Accent Store transforms into a holiday wonderland thanks to the store's designers, who trim every inch of the store's back room with themed trees and festive displays. Fancy a custom faux wreath? Pick your favorite ribbons from the store's ribbon wall and the designers will whip up a custom bow on the spot. Branches , Hilton Head, South Carolina The holiday season is when this South Carolina shop, which specializes in faux botanicals and florals as well as home decor, really shines. Beyond its impeccably dressed storefront, Branches keeps a jam-packed calendar all season, including a holiday open house and a makers market. Feeling crafty? DIY workshops, including a tablescaping demo and classes on making holiday candles and evergreen wreaths, are also on offer. A Coastal Christmas , Savannah, Georgia It's Christmas every day of the year

Hilton Head Island, SC · 1d

Grice Connect

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Meet 2026 DWTSS dancers Ruth Atchley and Jad Deal

Presenting 2026 Dancing With The Statesboro Stars Dancers Ruth Atchley and Jad Deal ! They are competing along with ten other teams to win the 2026 Mirror Ball Trophy Judges Choice Award and the Top Fundraiser Award. Dancing with the Statesboro Stars is a night of dancing and performances to raise funds and awareness for Safe Haven, the nonprofit organization that serves adult and child survivors of domestic violence in Bulloch and five surrounding counties. The 16th annual Dancing with the Statesboro Stars, presented by D&R Car Care , will be held on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 6:30pm at Connection Church. Each day leading up to the event, we will introduce you to a team of dancers, presented in no particular order. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS ! Meet Ruth Ruth Atchley is in her fifth year with the Statesboro Police Department and currently serves as their Community Information Specialist. She began her career with the agency in records before being promoted to her current role in 2025. A graduate of Ogeechee Technical College, Ruth was actively involved in student leadership, serving as President of the National Technical Honor Society and as a member of the Student Leadership Council.

Statesboro, GA · 1d

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Santa Claus at Top Dawg Tavern in Summerville

You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling you why…Santa Claus is coming, to town! 🎅🏽 Yes, you read that right, Santa, the big guy himself, will be making an appearance on Thursday, December 17th from 6:00 to 8:00pm! Bring your kids (or fun loving friends) to meet Santa at Top Dawg Tavern! Make sure to bring your Christmas List for him to take back to the North Pole and your camera phone to take lots of photos!

Summerville, SC · 14h

WSAV News 3

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Port Wentworth lottery ticket wins more than $83K

The 25Xtra ticket was sold from City Line Gas, located at 225 S. Coastal Highway, and won $83, 162.62.

Port Wentworth, GA · 16h