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 was born in Colleton County Hospital, raised in rural Dorchester County, educated in South Carolina public schools, and built my career serving patients and families across our state. My roots run deep in the Lowcountry. As we say around here, I’m “from yeh, not a come yeh.”
Wagers Riley: A Lowcountry voice for the Lowcountry Read More »
My name is Mary Jeans Otto, and I am running for Beaufort County Council. I moved to Beaufort County 19 years ago and have been a resident of the 5th District for 16 years. The 5th District spans from Sun City, along Highway 170 to Habersham.
Otto: Steady, informed, accountable leadership Read More »
By Dr. Sam McCown I am not a career politician. I am a physician, successful businessman, a husband, a father, Eagle Scout, and a Christian conservative who believes Washington has
McCown: Washington is broken — my conservative prescription will fix it Read More »
When my family chose Beaufort County, we did so for all the countless reasons others do: community, natural beauty, small businesses opportunities, and where hospitality still exists as does a feeling, despite constant change, this place values people who call it home. Those qualities are worth protecting and are the reason I’m running!
Grygowski: Stewardship is the answer Read More »
One of the best drives in America has got to be the drive along U.S. 17 through the ACE Basin and then entering the watershed of the Port Royal Sound. Everything about this drive exudes quintessential Lowcountry: grand live oaks, salt marshes across the horizon, and beautiful waterways worthy of a Pat Conroy novel or 10.
Byars: Protect the Lowcountry we love Read More »
The debate over Pine Island and the Cultural Protection Overlay on St. Helena Island has become one of the most important land-use issues in Beaufort County.
Andersen: Culture isn’t a variance Read More »
One highlight from last week’s news was the fact that a record number of registered South Carolina voters went to the polls on the first day of early voting and that held true in Beaufort County.
Lowcountry Lowdown: Beaufort voters turn out for early voting Read More »
It is Saturday and this morning I have my coffee, my laptop, and a front-row seat on the on-going redistricting debate in the South Carolina Senate.
Delaying the inevitable? Read More »
With the June 9 primaries rapidly approaching, the focus on political candidates builds just like the summer heat.
