Indivisible Beaufort meeting set for Sept. 27
Martha Ferrari will be the guest speaker at the next Indivisible Beaufort meeting at 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 27 at the St. Helena Branch Library at 6355 Jonathon Francis Sr. Road.
Ferrari will speak about “The Ugly Truth Behind The ‘Beautiful Bill.’”
A Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Financial Planner, and a Registered Investment Advisor, Ferrari he holds an MBA from Pace University. She has a reputation as a top-rated speaker, presenting seminars on tax-related topics and advising clients with effective advice. She will present a bird’s-eye view of the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” Act of 2025, Tariffs, and the Federal Deficit.
The event is free and open to the public.
Habitat for Humanity online auction runs through September 29
Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry’s annual online auction remains open through 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 29, the day of their 28th Annual Golf Tournament at Oldfield Golf Club in Okatie. All proceeds from both the auction and tournament will go directly toward building a home for a deserving local family.
There are 39 amazing items in the auction including more than a dozen golf packages for four, “staycations” at Lowcountry resorts, theater tickets, boating and fishing excursions, and even a signed photo collage from Jack Nicklaus, the “Golden Bear” himself!
To see what’s up for bids, go to https://bit.ly/46ia1B4.
Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry is part of a global nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that seeks to put God’s love into action by building homes, communities, and hope. Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally through constructing, rehabilitating, and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.
Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry serves all of Beaufort and Jasper counties and is the only organization in these areas building new homes for residents who earn between 40% and 80% of the median income of their county.
Community Foundation of Lowcountry promotes Ennamorato to VP
Community Foundation of the Lowcountry (CFL) has promoted Rob Ennamorato to the position of Vice President of Marketing and Communications. The CFL cited the significant contributions Ennamorato has made in elevating its outreach and engagement with donors, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders serving Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties.
“CFL and the broader Lowcountry community have benefited from Rob’s service and experience over the past three plus years,” said CFL President and CEO Scott Wierman. “He is a tremendous resource and colleague that is committed to CFL’s mission. I look forward to watching the Foundation’s regional impact expand under Rob’s marketing and communications leadership.”
Sidewalk work underway at Robert Smalls Government Complex
Beaufort County Engineering has begun replacing and repairing sections of the sidewalk and ADA ramps around the Robert Smalls Government Complex, 100 Ribaut Road, including the Administration Building, the Courthouse, Detention Center, Arthur Horne Building and Sheriff’s Office. Pedestrians will need to exercise caution when walking in the area.
Work was set to begin Wednesday, Sept. 24, with concrete being poured Saturday, Sept. 27, weather permitting. The section closest to the front door of the Administration Building will be removed Saturday before paving begins.
Employees and the public are asked to watch for cones and areas that will be flagged for safety. For more information, call the Beaufort County Engineering Department at 843-255- 2706.
Buckingham Boat Landing, nearby pier, park reopen
Beaufort County Public Works announced that Buckingham Boat Landing, Factory Creek Fishing Pier & Brewer Memorial Park that had previously been closed for repairs, have now reopened and are fully available for public use.
- Buckingham Boat Landing had the landing, boat ramp and floating dock closed for repairs. It is now fully operational.
- Factory Creek Fishing Pier was closed for dock improvements and improvements to the pier site. It is now fully operational.
- Brewer Memorial Park was closed for both dock and pier site improvements as well. It is also now fully operational.
For more information, please contact Beaufort County Public Works at 843-255-2800.
SCDOT requests input on I-95 Corridor Improvement Project
SCDOT will hold a drop-in public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, about proposed improvements to Interstate 95 from Exit 22 (Ridgeland) to Exit 33 (U.S. 17) in Jasper County.
Attendees will be able to view project plan displays, learn about the proposed project, and talk with SCDOT representatives. The purpose of the project is to improve capacity and mobility and to address operational and structural deficiencies on bridges and interchanges along I-95 from Mile Marker 21 to 33.9.
Learn more about the proposed project at https://bit.ly/3K45UQu.
Attend in person from 5 to 7 p.m. at Ridgeland Baptist Church at 1448 Grays Highway in Ridgeland.
SCDOT will accept comments on this proposed project until Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. To comment, attend the drop-in meeting and complete a comment form; visit https://bit.ly/3K45UQu; email Exit22to33@FixtheDrive95.com; or contact Craig Winn by mail at SCDOT, P.O. Box 191, 955 Park Street, Columbia, S.C. 29202-0191.
Service academy nomination applications open through Sen. Scott’s office
The Office of U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) is accepting U.S. military academy nomination applications for the class of 2030.
Sen. Scott is able to nominate a limited number of students in South Carolina for attendance at the following U.S. military academies: the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (the U.S. Coast Guard Academy does not require a congressional nomination).
Students who are interested in applying for a nomination should apply by 11:59 p.m., on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. For more information, visit www.scott.senate.gov/academy.
— Staff reports
