Voices
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.
Port Royal’s island of repose
Port Royal is now entering its “festival season” — plein air events usually centered on pulled pork barbecue or soft-shelled crabs that come with a “side” of antique Ford Fairlane and handcrafted items made entirely of bottle caps.
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Don’t you just know it: A tribute to Fred Gauch
I’ve been wanting to write something since Dec. 20, 2025, the day our good, fun-loving friend Frederick “Fred” Gauch III, 85, passed away.
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A sense of awe over Coffee
So often in the Lowcountry, we have an experience of awe when seeing a beautiful sunset across the marsh or while walking dogs on silvery beaches below infinite sky and clouds. But today I experienced a different kind of awe — the awe of experiencing a human moment that we seldom seem to experience these days.
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A hypothetical for your consideration
I want to toss out a question to all my dear readers. Please, give it some thought before you formulate your answer.
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A dog’s death and Archway cookies
My grandson, Benjamin, has been selected to play the lead in his drama club’s production of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time.” It was voted best new play in 2013.
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Brave new world? Not yet
I have no idea where my fascination with dystopian films and novels came from. I know it had something to do with survival of the fittest, thinking I would be a survivor in any type of dystopia. Not so much now, as an old man, but back when I was young and strong and liked to fight.
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‘How did Beaufort decide to let this happen?’
As a homeowner on Middle Road, I read your article regarding the lawsuit against the Barnwell Resources landfill with great interest. But the noxious fumes/smell is only part of the problem.
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Lessons on courage, character, the Battle of Thermopylae
“Today’s Citadel graduates will not get a SEC-caliber football team,” writes columnist Scott Graber. “They will get lessons on courage and character. And yes, they will still read about the Battle of Thermopylae.”
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‘Trust God, but tie up your camel’
Seems to be a lot of fear-mongering flowing about the impending, crucial Nov. 2026 midterms, including threats from high places about taking over elections.
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