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.
I am writing this on Donald John Trump’s 80th birthday. About a third of the people are happy to wish him well. About a third of the people would like to see him six feet under. About a third of the people just get on with their lives and may be indifferent as long as prices come down.
Mathews: Happy birthday, Mr. President Read More »
It is Wednesday, June 3, and I’m at The Sands Beach in Port Royal. For most of my life I’ve been a swimmer.
Graber: I’m still drawn to my daily swim Read More »
The League of Women Voters of Beaufort Area and Hilton Head Island-Bluffton would like to recognize the Beaufort County candidates who have submitted their VOTE411.org responses to questions prior to the June 9 primary races.
Letters To The Editor: LWV thanks those candidates who took the time Read More »
First, I don’t hate artificial intelligence. I have to remind myself and others of that from time to time. A look at my social media posts would imply otherwise.
Manning: My real concerns with artificial intelligence Read More »
So much has been happening on the national level that I fear we may have lost track of a significant event in May in South Carolina. That James Clyburn was the target was evident. The attempt to redraw the voting districts of our state met with defeat, however, thanks to a crossover by five senators. But more on those heroes later.
Lucas: Kudos to those who found their moral core Read More »
Today the principal problem in these parts is the fact that roads, bridges, sewer capacity cannot keep up with the growth. Now we sit — stationary in our idling SUVs — wondering what has happened to this stunning, pristine place.
Graber: We can’t get to it – we’re full up, boys Read More »
School has been out for about two weeks, and I bet almost all parents have heard “I’m bored!” at least once already this summer.
Mathews: School’s out for the summer Read More »
This is the first of four articles on why every eligible veteran should enroll in VA Healthcare. This article is based on my extensive experience as a patient and volunteer at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center & Healthcare System (RHJVAMC&HCS). Articles 2 through 4 will be fact-based and supported by scientific references.
Every eligible veteran needs to enroll in VA Healthcare (Part 1) Read More »
South Carolina lost more than 20,000 people to COVID-19. A tragedy of that scale should have strengthened respect for public health expertise. Instead, in some quarters, it inspired political backlash against the very officials charged with saving lives.
Hyde: After 20,000 deaths, why are we still attacking doctors? Read More »
Spend an afternoon driving on any road from Beaufort to Hilton Head, and it won’t take long to be hit with the glaring reality of the present infrastructure situation plaguing Beaufort County. Our roads are crumbling, bridges are in disrepair, and an antiquated system of moving people hasn’t been updated in a county that finds itself as one of the nation’s fastest-growing with thousands of new residents arriving each year.
Pelbath: It’s time to send a leader, not another career politician to Washington Read More »
