Fifth, sixth suspects arrested in connection with July 4 shooting at Coligny Beach
The total number of arrests in connection with the shooting that occurred July 4 at Coligny Beach on Hilton Head Island is six as of Friday morning, July 10.
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Pulling for the USA
Die-hard fans of the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team react after the USA scored to tie the game at 1 against Belgium on Monday night, July 6, 2026, at Carolina Tavern in Port Royal.
Community
Red, white and babies!
Four Independence Day arrivals made their appearance alongside the fireworks on July 4 at the…
Pulling for the USA
Die-hard fans of the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team react after the USA scored to…
Celebrating 250: July 4 Fireworks at The Sands
People were gathered at The Sands on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Port Royal, to…
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…
Obituaries
Sandra Jean ‘Sandy’ Andrews
Sept. 2, 1957 – Feb. 28, 2026, Aiken
Lt. Gen. Michael A. Canavan (U.S. Army, Ret.)
Dec. 5, 1946 – Feb. 13, 2026, St. Helena Island
Gerald Sauls
Aug. 14, 1935 – Feb. 3, 2026, Port Royal
Commentary & Voices
Lucas: Why not debate?
Recently a friend asked, “What does trust mean to you?”
I had to pause and think about that. I could have given some standard definition that includes such descriptors as honesty, reliability, safety. Somehow those seem mundane in a larger sense.
Is trust a gut feeling that should be listened to? Maybe. I know that often I am too trusting, and I…
Mathews: Happy birthday, Mr. President
I am writing this on Donald John Trump’s 80th birthday. About a third of the people are happy to wish him well. About a third of the people would like to see him six feet under. About a third of the people just get on with their lives and may be indifferent as long as prices come down.
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july 2, 2026