The intersection of culture and change
While Executive Director Robert Adams and his board of trustees work to steer Penn Center’s future into a national and international example of unique cultures dealing with change, it seems the loyalty and devotion of those who kept the Penn Center spirit alive over the years has to be recognized as part of that direction.
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Beaufort sailors shine as Lowcountry Regatta wraps up 59th year
The 59th annual Lowcountry Regatta wrapped up Sunday at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club, where nearly 50 boats took to the Beaufort River for a weekend of competitive racing, steady winds and sweltering summer temperatures.
Community
Hoppin’ John Play Center celebrates grand opening
Hoppin’ John Play Center, a new indoor play destination for children ages 8 and younger,…
Photos: Two Father’s Day gifts
Two sweet arrivals made their first appearance at the Beaufort Memorial Collins Birthing Center on…
Photos: Rotary honors Nick Hunt
Wednesday, June 24 was “Nick Hunt Day” at the Rotary Club of Beaufort meeting.
Registration open for Beaufort County Walk for Water
Registration is open for the 10th annual Beaufort County Walk for Water on Saturday, Sept….
Photos: 2026 DragonBoat Beaufort Race Day
Teams and spectators flooded the waterfront in Port Royal for the 2026 DragonBoat Beaufort Race…
Lions Club Pancake Breakfast set for July 18
The Beaufort Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser is being held from 8 to 11 a.m.,…
Photos: Jared Madison meets community
Beaufort City Council candidate Jared Madison speaks with community members at Shell Ring AleWorks on…
Beaufort County set to celebrate America’s birthday
From downtown Beaufort to the Sands in Port Royal and west to Yemassee, northern Beaufort…
Obituaries
Eugene “Terry” Stone
It is with great sadness that the family of Eugene Carroll “Terry” Stone III announce…
Mark Robertson
Mark Robertson, born Mark Eisenberg on June 16, 1953, passed away after a remarkable life…
N M “Butch” Polk
N M “Butch” Polk III, 86, of Beaufort S.C., died Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at…
Commentary & Voices
How a divided nation celebrates the Fourth
And that is what I am going to focus on this weekend. The things that we have in common. The ongoing struggle to be — and do — better.
Beaufort’s greeter: Who is he?
If you have driven into Beaufort in the morning from across the Whale Branch, you have seen him. He’s the man who with a million-dollar smile and a hearty wave welcomes you. If you have been making that drive for some time, then you have noticed his routine has changed, and that his winning smile has survived the changes.
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June 25, 2026