Freedman Arts District announces new Director of Development
The Freedman Arts District has announced the appointment of Sara Miller as its new Director of Development, bringing nearly a decade of nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and event management experience to the organization’s growing mission, according to a media release.
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Dangerous heat continues across Beaufort County as advisory remains in effect
Mourners say goodbye to US Sen. Lindsey Graham at SC Statehouse
Andersen cleared to continue PTAC service
Fanelli released on $25,000 bond as felony case proceeds
Bond hearings postponed for five defendants in Coligny Beach shooting
Bicyclist killed in Trask Parkway crash identified as Georgia man
BEAUFORT WATER FESTIVAL: A new watch begins as Cori Talbert takes the helm for 2027
Sheriff’s Office asks for public’s help in locating missing Lady’s Island woman
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Rays win Beaufort County Adult Baseball crown
In the third straight championship matchup between the same two teams, the Rays downed the Red Snappers 11-3 Wednesday night, July 29, 2026, to claim the Beaufort County Adult Men’s baseball League Summer Series championship at Burton Wells Recreation Center.
Community
Celebrating Port Royal: USCB Studio Art faculty, students create mural at Port Royal Police Department
Alligators, roseate spoonbills, fighter jets and the town’s iconic observation tower are all part of…
BEAUFORT WATER FESTIVAL: A new watch begins as Cori Talbert takes the helm for 2027
The Change of Watch took place Saturday, July 25, 2026, during the Commodore’s Ball at…
Lowcountry Life: The beautiful game
Renee Balleu, left, helps 6-year-old Jahlia Burgess “dribble” the soccer ball through one of the…
Veteran of the Week – Erik Blechinger
American Legion Beaufort Post 207 brings you Erik Blechinger, 61, who was a cadet in…
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 12 of Port Royal celebrates 75 years
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Chapter 12, of Port Royal, S.C., celebrated its 75th anniversary…
Water Festival hits home stretch
The 70th Annual Beaufort Water Festival will head into its final weekend Thursday, July 23,…
Experience history, culture through handmade crafts at Penn Center
Penn Center invites the public to experience the artistry, history, and cultural significance of handmade…
YMCA Family Day
YMCA Family Day was held Saturday, July 11, 2026, in Port Royal.
Obituaries
April Patricia Hogan
April Patricia Hogan, 51 of Beaufort, S.C., passed away at her residence in Beaufort.
Ellen Bertha Goethe Graves
Ellen Bertha Goethe Graves, 101, widow of Harold L. Graves, Sr., of Beaufort, S.C., died…
Elizabeth “Liz” (Betty) (Mums) Entwistle
Born and raised in Portland, Ore., until married life took her to the west coast…
Commentary & Voices
Trask: Scott Marshall must go!
The decision making of our Beaufort City Council members proves their collective ability to stand for nothing! Our City Council will not even stand up in support of one of its own, Councilmember Josh Scallate, who himself tried to stand up against Scott Marshall, the City Manager, in response to Marshall’s blatant insubordination.
Letters to the Editor: When the cat’s away …
The old saying “When the cat’s away the mice will play,” is taking on real world and frightening political significance today.
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july 16, 2026