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A ribbon cutting at noon Friday, April 24, marked the launch of Beaufort’s downtown social district, a pilot program allowing beer and wine to be carried between participating businesses.
Beaufort launches downtown social district pilot along Bay Street Read More »
Those who desire to ride or walk the Spanish Moss Trail all the way into the Town of Port Royal and to The Sands Beach moved a step close last week when Beaufort County Engineering activated the traffic signal on Ribaut Road where the newest section of the Spanish Moss Trail crosses over.
After months of debate, Beaufort City Council has effectively reset its approach to regulating short-term rentals, opting not to move forward with a final vote April 14 and instead preparing a revised ordinance for a new first reading.
Beaufort resets short-term rental ordinance, delays vote pending legal review Read More »
By the time you read this column with your morning coffee, the future of STR’s (short-term rentals) in the city of Beaufort may be a political hot potato “put to bed.”
Lowcountry Lowdown: STR’s — A never-ending subject of debate Read More »
The fence blocking one of Beaufort’s most recognizable waterfront views is getting a face lift, but the walkway behind it is still off limits at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.
Waterfront Park fence gets a face lift Read More »
The 21st annual Soft Shell Crab Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is organized by the Old Village Association and is free and open to the public.
Soft Shell Crab Festival returns to Port Royal this weekend Read More »
The City of Beaufort is still trying to determine the best way to replace the deteriorating Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park promenade.
Beaufort to seek public input on waterfront rebuild Read More »
Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) arrested two suspects in relation to a March shooting in Gray’s Hill.
BCSO arrests 2 connected with Gray’s Hill shooting Read More »
City of Beaufort Police Chief Stephenie Price will be honored later this month in Washington, D.C., as a recipient of the 2026 Ted Poe Award for Excellence by a Public Official, a national award presented by the Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus, according to a media release from the Beaufort Police Department.
Beaufort Police Chief Price to receive national recognition Read More »
A Beaufort man was arrested Monday, April 13, 2026, in connection with the September 2025 murder of a man near the Little Caesar’s Pizza in Cross Creek Plaza.
Man in custody for September 2025 muder Read More »
