Opinion pieces, commentary, editorials, and columns that reflect community perspectives from Beaufort’s writers, thought leaders, and residents. This category provides a platform for voices shaping local discussion on issues, values, culture, civic life, and public debate in Beaufort and the broader Lowcountry.
Hemingway’s will still exist anytime anyone says, “Remember that night at Hemingway’s?!” What is remembered is always a blessing. What isn’t … stays at Hemingway’s.
de l’Aigle: What is remembered is always a blessing Read More »
I was stationed here in Beaufort in 1974 while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Originally from South Florida, it took me 52 years but I finally made it back to visit the Marine Corps Air Station and the city of Beaufort.
Letters to the Editor: Heartfelt opinions count Read More »
I’m often amused when one social group calls another social group “elitist” (and not in a good way). What exactly is an elitist?
Wood: Elitism — weath or attitude? Read More »
So many things make sense to me now. So many things that have made zero sense in the time spanning both Trump administrations. But now I get it. He simply does not care. About anything.
Manning: Our nihilist-in-chief Read More »
After Korea, my father tried his best to develop my uneven, unpredictable (tennis) backhand; and to get me into medical school.
He failed in both of these efforts.
Graber: My father never mentioned these things Read More »
Yesterday, I walked around the twisted remains of the 300-year-old Witness Tree that collapsed on the evening of Aug. 31 into the morning of Sept. 1 across from the Pat Conroy Literary Center. The first feeling I got was very heavy, but soon I found myself in awe of this amazing work of biological engineering.
de l’Aigle: Bearing witness, inspiring joy Read More »
Who is Genie Brainerd and why am I seeking the seat on the Board of Education for Beaufort County, District 2?
Brainerd: I will serve the interests of our most precious resource – our children Read More »
I wrote a series of three articles for The Island News in January of 2025 (dated Jan. 8, 15, and 22) about why veterans should file service-connected disability claims for asbestos exposure caused cancer and non-cancer injuries and disease with the VA and Asbestos Trusts.
Dealing with asbestos claims, Part 1 Read More »
The city of Beaufort, incorporated in 1711 after a string of Spanish, French and British settlers, is still known for its history, and the preservation of that history has always been a matter of keen interest. Ironically, thanks to a slow-moving lawsuit that some say personifies the conflict between preservation and progress, local figures Dick Stewart and Graham and George Trask may play a part in making some more history.
The long and expensive road: Dick Stewart’s lawsuit vs. Trasks still progressing Read More »
