By Mark A. Schmidtke I suspect most of us have experienced meaningful coincidences in our lives — those events that seem preceded by, and linked to, some thought or dream, and feel far from accidental. If you have, you understand how they might evoke wonder, awe, and a sense of destiny in your life. While there are plenty of skeptics…

By Graham B. Trask This is the annotated public comment given by me on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 to Beaufort City Council at its annual strategic planning retreat. 1. Focus on the three primary core functions The City Of Beaufort government should focus on the three primary core functions of any city government: • Public Safety — includes the police…