Sheriff’s Office asks for public’s help in locating missing Lady’s Island woman
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Lady’s Island woman.
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City gives update on Charles/Craven Street drainage project
Sanford joins crowded race for US Senate
Three free back-to-school events planned this weekend in northern Beaufort County
Beaufort march and vigil to honor men killed by ICE officers
Dominion Energy invites public to tree-trimming workshop Wednesday
Loved ones gather on Tybee to remember Beaufort County fisherman
Beaufort Baking Company to bring full-service bakery to downtown Beaufort
Dale Earnhardt Jr. calls Beaufort ‘hidden gem’ after Lowcountry getaway
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. calls Beaufort ‘hidden gem’ after Lowcountry getaway
For two days, NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his wife, Amy, quietly explored Beaufort like any other visitors.
Community
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.
Vickers reflects on year as Beaufort Water Festival Commodore
As the 70th annual Beaufort Water Festival gets underway, Commodore Dusty Vickers says the reality…
Mony’s House summer camps celebrate the pursuit of a creative life
In late October of 2015, 36-year-old Ver’mon “Mony” Steve was duct-taped, kidnapped, and murdered in…
Beaufort Water Festival returns Friday
The Beaufort Water Festival returns Friday for its 70th annual celebration, bringing 10 days of…
New trailer now in reach for ‘Beaufort’s greeter’
The initial response to the Friends of Tom Allen GoFundMe page was overwhelming, thanks in…
Salvation Army welcomes new Corps officers to Beaufort
Staff reports The Salvation Army of the LowCountry Corps has announced Lieutenants Glen and Sarah…
Obituaries
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…
Robert O’Quinn
Robert Duncan “Bobby” O’Quinn Jr passed away peacefully at his home on Lady’s Island on…
Commentary & Voices
Lowcountry Lowdown: Beaufort City Council catches heat at last week’s session
It’s been hot and the oppressive summer heat has probably contributed to keeping political activity to a minimum. That and the political primaries being behind us. But Beaufort City Council, at its last meeting for a month, had its lively moments.
Unfavorable comparisons – A path to improvement
I have been asked by several friends and business associates why the City of Beaufort staffing and budget is so much higher than other local governments in the area. I was surprised by the numbers. Seems reasonable to ask a few questions.
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july 16, 2026