Coverage of timely local, regional, and breaking news in Beaufort County and the South Carolina Lowcountry. Includes community updates, government decisions, public safety alerts, traffic and weather impacts, and key issues shaping life in Beaufort, Port Royal, Lady’s Island, St. Helena Island, and surrounding Sea Islands. Designed for residents and visitors seeking authoritative, hyperlocal journalism from Beaufort’s newspaper of record.
University of South Carolina Beaufort Chancellor Dr. Al M. Panu announced Thursday, Oct. 15, that he will retire June 30, 2027, after nearly 12 years leading the university.
USCB Chancellor Al Panu announces retirement after 12 years Read More »
The Island News has added a veteran reporter to its staff. Shellie Murdaugh will focus on coverage of Jasper County as The Island News expands its footprint.
The Island News hires reporter Murdaugh Read More »
A student was struck by a vehicle Wednesday morning, Oct. 14, on the campus of Battery Creek High School in Beaufort, according to the Beaufort County School District.
Student struck by vehicle at Battery Creek High School Read More »
Beaufort County Council had barely begun its meeting Monday night when members were already discussing whether they might simply go home.
An effort to add two discussion items to the Oct. 12 agenda set off a tangle of votes, procedural questions and conflicting explanations about how many members needed to agree before council could proceed.
County Council: Can we just go home? Read More »
With the Nov. 3 general election just weeks away, political candidates and organizations are preparing for a series of appearances and campaign events throughout Beaufort County.
Campaign season brings candidates, rallies to Beaufort County Read More »
Staff Reports Northern Beaufort County Democratic Club meeting The Northern Beaufort County Democratic Club (NOB Dems) will be meeting at 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 15 at Grace Chapel AME Church
News Briefs: Here’s What’s Making News This Week Read More »
After nearly a decade at its current Boundary Street location, Sea Eagle Market is preparing to make another move, this time to the former Duke’s BBQ location on Salem Road.
Sea Eagle Market moving to former Duke’s BBQ location Read More »
The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced 18 finalists for its 2026 Civitas Awards, recognizing local businesses, nonprofit organizations and community leaders for their contributions to the Beaufort area.
Beaufort Chamber announces 2026 Civitas Awards finalists Read More »
The Lobeco Convenience Center closed Saturday, Oct. 10, due to damage caused by Post-Tropical Cyclone Isaias, according to Beaufort County officials.
Lobeco Convenience Center closes due to storm damage Read More »
A Beaufort County man is questioning the actions of the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office after deputies seized his firearm during a Sept. 16 traffic stop, telling him he was federally prohibited from possessing a gun despite having a concealed weapons permit issued by the state less than four months earlier, even though you can legally conceal carry in South Carolina without one.
BCSO seized Beaufort man’s gun — 7 days later, he got it back Read More »
