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Beachgoers alerted of sharks

Shark Attack Reported on Hilton Head Island

July 27, 2024

Shark Attack Reported on Hilton Head Island In a shocking event, a woman was reportedly bitten by a shark on Hilton Head Island on Monday afternoon. This incident occurred around...

Severe storm approaching city.

Tornado Warning Issued for Savannah Area

July 27, 2024

Tornado Warning Issued for Savannah Area A tornado warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for the Savannah area, including Chatham and Bryan counties. The warning was launched...

River body discovery scene

Body Found in Savannah River Identified

July 27, 2024

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Body Found in Savannah River Identified Authorities have identified the body found in the Savannah River last week as 38-year-old Jermaine Pate from Georgiana, Ala. According to...

Fugitive apprehension teamwork concept.

SLED Charges Three in Beaufort County for Aiding Escaped Convict

July 27, 2024

SLED Charges Three in Beaufort County for Aiding Escaped Convict BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. – Three individuals in Beaufort County have been charged by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED)...

College football recruitment excitement

South Carolina University Extends Football Offer to Four-Star Tight End Mikkel Skinner from Riverside High School

July 26, 2024

South Carolina Lures Four-Star TE Mikkel Skinner from Riverside Greer, SC – The high-stakes world of college football recruitment has gained more momentum, with South Carolina University showing keen interest...

Uber driver intervention scenario

Uber Accused in Lawsuit of Facilitating Crossing State Borders for Rape of a Minor from South Carolina by a Man from North Carolina

July 26, 2024

Lawsuit: Uber Delivered South Carolina Preteen Victim to Rapist in North Carolina A recent lawsuit alleges that a ride-hailing giant, Uber, unwittingly facilitated the rape of a 12-year-old girl from...

Uber safety awareness campaign

Uber Faces Lawsuit by South Carolina Families over Alleged Rape of 12-Year-Old Girl and Transport Across State Lines

July 26, 2024

Uber Sued by SC Families After 12-year-old Allegedly Raped and Driven Across State Lines Two families in South Carolina have filed a lawsuit against the popular ride-sharing service, Uber, following...

School year start excitement.

South Carolina Students Begin School Year Early Despite State Legislation, Adopt Modified Calendars

July 26, 2024

South Carolina Sees Early School Year Start for Many Students Early Returns Columbia, S.C. — Summer break is already over for many South Carolina students as the new school year...

Breast cancer screening event

Free Breast Cancer Screenings Offered by Beaufort Health Department

July 26, 2024

Free Breast Cancer Screenings Offered by Beaufort Health Department In an effort to combat breast cancer, the South Carolina Department of Public Health in conjunction with the Beaufort County Health...

BUSINESS

City budget planning meeting.

Savannah City Council Approves 2024 Millage Rate and Allocation Plans for Additional Tax Revenue

July 27, 2024

Savannah City Council Approves 2024 Millage Rate The Savannah city councilmembers have approved the primary revenue source for the city, keeping the millage rate unchanged at 12.2 mills for the...

City Manager welcome banner

Tybee City Council Set to Confirm New City Manager’s Appointment

July 27, 2024

Tybee City Council Gears Up to Confirm Terms with New City Manager TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. – Following a prolonged search that stretched nearly a year, the Tybee City Council is...

Craft beer taproom ambiance

Side Hustle Brewing Co. Announces Expansion to Bluffton

July 27, 2024

Side Hustle Brewing Co. Announces Expansion to Bluffton Moon King Entertainment Group is pleased to announce the latest expansion of Side Hustle Brewing Co. This growth will include a new...

Savannah restaurant scene celebration

Yelp’s Top 100 Showcases Savannah’s Culinary Excellence

July 26, 2024

Yelp’s Top 100 Gauges Georgia’s Culinary Scene With a Third From Savannah The exhaustive, renowned list of Yelp’s “Best Restaurants in Georgia” has been released and about one-third hails from...

City council meeting room

Tybee City Council Nears Decision on New City Manager

July 26, 2024

Tybee City Council Closes In on New City Manager The search for a new City Manager for Tybee Island, that has spanned nearly a year, is reaching its final stages....

Ice cream periodic table

Introducing Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream: An Exciting Ice Cream Experience in Bluffton

July 25, 2024

Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream: A New Ice Cream Experience in Bluffton Bluffton locals can now enjoy a unique ice cream experience as Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream opens up shop at...

Local Chamber President Portrait

Beaufort Native Megan Morris Appointed President of Regional Chamber of Commerce

July 25, 2024

Beaufort Native Megan Morris Appointed President of Regional Chamber of Commerce In a significant announcement, Beaufort native Megan Morris has been named President of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce....

Customizable nitrogen ice cream

Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream Introduces Innovative Experience to Bluffton

July 24, 2024

Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream Brings New Experience to Bluffton Innovative ice cream parlor, Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream, has opened its doors in Bluffton, offering an exciting new approach to ice...

Fitness Studio Ribbon-cutting Ceremony

Hotworx Fitness Studio Opens New Location in Columbia

July 22, 2024

Hotworx Fitness Studio Opens New Location in Columbia A national fitness studio, Hotworx Fitness Studio, has recently unveiled its new location in Columbia. City officials celebrated the studio’s grand opening...

Events/What's Happening

Walkers carrying water buckets.

Beaufort County’s Annual Walk for Water to take place in September

July 27, 2024

Beaufort County’s Annual Walk for Water to take place in September The eighth edition of the Beaufort County Walk for Water is set to take place on Sept. 14 at...

Music director selection process

Savannah Wind Symphony Names John Madden New Artistic Director

July 27, 2024

Savannah Wind Symphony Appoints John Madden as Artistic Director The Savannah Wind Symphony, deeply entrenched in the local cultural texture, has found a new leader. After almost two years without...

Nature park family activities

Sergeant Jasper Park: A Hidden Gem in Hardeeville, Offering Family Friendly Daytime Getaway

July 26, 2024

Sergeant Jasper Park: A Hidden Gem in Hardeeville, Offering Family Friendly Daytime Getaway Locally cherished for its expansive outdoor opportunities, Sergeant Jasper Park in Hardeeville offers a delightful daytime getaway...

Walkers carrying water buckets.

Annual Beaufort County Walk for Water Announce Dates

July 26, 2024

Annual Beaufort County Walk for Water Announce Dates The eight annual Beaufort County Walk for Water has been scheduled for September 14 and 21 this year. The walk expects to...

Film festival tickets advertisement

Early Bird Sale for 2025 Beaufort International Film Festival Tickets

July 26, 2024

Early Bird Sale for 2025 Beaufort International Film Festival Tickets In an exciting update for film enthusiasts, the Beaufort Film Society (BFS) is now offering an early-bird sale on the...

Community engagement roundabout project

SCDOT to Hold Public Information Meeting in Beaufort County

July 26, 2024

SCDOT to Hold Public Information Meeting in Beaufort County In a bid to enhance public safety, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is planning a drop-in public information session...

Fast food prom dress-up.

Unconventional Sweet Sixteen Celebration in Savannah

July 25, 2024

Unconventional Sweet Sixteen Celebration in Savannah In what can only be described as unique, the citizens of Savannah, Georgia are in for a whimsical evening. A Sweet Sixteen celebration of...

Film festival ticket sale.

Beaufort Film Society Announces Early-Bird Sale for 2025 International Film Festival Tickets

July 25, 2024

Beaufort Film Society Announces Early-Bird Sale for 2025 International Film Festival Tickets The Beaufort Film Society (BFS), in a bid to attract enthusiastic film lovers, is introducing an early-bird sale...

Walkers carrying buckets.

Beaufort County to Host Eighth Annual Walk for Water

July 25, 2024

Beaufort County to Host Eighth Annual Walk for Water Hundreds of Beaufort County citizens are set to participate in the eighth annual Walk for Water, a fundraising event scheduled for...

CRIME

River body discovery scene

Body Found in Savannah River Identified

July 27, 2024

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Body Found in Savannah River Identified Authorities have identified the body found in the Savannah River last week as 38-year-old Jermaine Pate from Georgiana, Ala. According to...

Fugitive apprehension teamwork concept.

SLED Charges Three in Beaufort County for Aiding Escaped Convict

July 27, 2024

SLED Charges Three in Beaufort County for Aiding Escaped Convict BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. – Three individuals in Beaufort County have been charged by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED)...

Uber driver intervention scenario

Uber Accused in Lawsuit of Facilitating Crossing State Borders for Rape of a Minor from South Carolina by a Man from North Carolina

July 26, 2024

Lawsuit: Uber Delivered South Carolina Preteen Victim to Rapist in North Carolina A recent lawsuit alleges that a ride-hailing giant, Uber, unwittingly facilitated the rape of a 12-year-old girl from...

Uber safety awareness campaign

Uber Faces Lawsuit by South Carolina Families over Alleged Rape of 12-Year-Old Girl and Transport Across State Lines

July 26, 2024

Uber Sued by SC Families After 12-year-old Allegedly Raped and Driven Across State Lines Two families in South Carolina have filed a lawsuit against the popular ride-sharing service, Uber, following...

Highway reopening traffic flow.

Highway 204 Reopens Following Shooting Investigation

July 26, 2024

Highway 204 Reopens Following Shooting Investigation CHATHAM COUNTY, Ga. – Traffic was brought to a standstill on Thursday afternoon after a shooting incident led to a closure of Highway 204...

Arrested for SNAP fraud

Beaufort County Woman Arrested Over Fraudulent SNAP Benefits

July 25, 2024

Beaufort County Woman Arrested Over Fraudulent SNAP Benefits A 45-year-old woman in Beaufort County, South Carolina, has been detained for fraudulently obtaining over $12,000 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)...

Impersonation scam warning poster.

Impersonators Posing as Law Enforcement Officers, Beaufort Co. Sheriff’s Office Warns

July 25, 2024

Impersonators Posing as Law Enforcement Officers, Beaufort Co. Sheriff’s Office Warns – BEAUFORT COUNTY, South Carolina – The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to the local community...

Redemption through prison rehabilitation

Longtime Death Row Inmate in South Carolina Resentenced to Life Without Parole Following Reevaluation of Psychiatric Background

July 24, 2024

Life Sentence Without Possibility of Parole for Longtime Death Row Inmate in South Carolina COLUMBIA, S.C. – After nearly two decades on South Carolina’s death row, a man who previously...

Crime scene investigation officers

Man Found Dead in Shawnee St. Shooting Incident

July 24, 2024

Man Found Dead in Shawnee St. Shooting Incident SAVANNAH, Ga. – A fatal shooting incident occurred on Tuesday evening near the Rendant Apartments on Shawnee Street, leaving one adult male...

POLITICS

Monument of African American

Civil War Hero, Robert Smalls, to be Honored with First Statehouse Monument of an African American

July 23, 2024

Civil War Hero, Robert Smalls, to be Honored with First Statehouse Monument of an African American The General Assembly of South Carolina has unanimously passed a bill to honor Civil...

Liberal voices rising up

Democratic Activists Launch New Media Venture to Advocate Liberal Views in Conservative South Carolina

July 22, 2024

New Media Venture Aims to Promote Liberal Voice in Deep-Red South Carolina In the heart of deep-red South Carolina, a fresh media voice is seeking to carve out a space...

Crime scene investigation tools

Death Investigation Underway in Lexington County After House Fire

July 22, 2024

Death Investigation Underway in Lexington County After House Fire LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. The Lexington County Sheriff’s Department has launched a death investigation following a house fire in Lexington. Lexington County...

Youth marching with books.

Youth Mentorship Group Marches at SC State University Highlighting Banned Books and Orangeburg Massacre

July 11, 2024

Youth Organization Marches on SC State Campus to Spotlight Banned Books, Orangeburg Massacre Orangeburg, S.C. – A youth mentorship nonprofit organization led a march on South Carolina State University (SC...

Supreme Court political debate

South Carolina Politicians Voice Opinions on Supreme Court’s Ruling on Trump’s Presidential Immunity

July 2, 2024

SC Politicians React to Supreme Court Ruling on Trump Immunity In the wake of a landmark ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court granting Donald Trump immunity from criminal prosecution for...

Female empowerment poster concept

Unprecedented Vote Eradicates Female Representation in South Carolina’s Republican Senate, Disbands ‘Sister Senators’ Group

July 1, 2024

Voters Oust All Republican Women from South Carolina Senate Major Upset Reveals Dire State of Female Representation in State Politics COLUMBIA, S.C. — A Surprise Shift in State Legislature In...

Digital privacy protection concept.

Yahoo Advertising Broadens Digital Services in Response to Rising Privacy Concerns

July 1, 2024

Yahoo Advertising Expands Digital Services Amid Renewed Privacy Concerns City of Silicon Valley – Yahoo Advertising, an integral part of the Yahoo marque family, is extending its digital services to...

Political debate emotions collage

South Carolina Democrats Express Concern over Biden’s Disappointing Debate Performance

June 29, 2024

Fear, Panic, and Calm: SC Democrats Express Disappointment in Biden Debate In an unusual mix of fear, panic and calm, South Carolina Democrats grappled with President Joe Biden’s disappointing performance...

School book censorship debate

New Policy Aimed at Removing Explicit Content from South Carolina Schools Draws Attention and Debate

June 28, 2024

New Policy Targets Explicit Content in South Carolina Schools In a controversial move by the education board, a new policy is paving the way for the removal of books containing...

SPORTS

College football recruitment excitement

South Carolina University Extends Football Offer to Four-Star Tight End Mikkel Skinner from Riverside High School

July 26, 2024

South Carolina Lures Four-Star TE Mikkel Skinner from Riverside Greer, SC – The high-stakes world of college football recruitment has gained more momentum, with South Carolina University showing keen interest...

Football field election logo

Coastal Carolina University Athletics Partners with South Carolina Election Commission for Unique Branding Agreement

July 22, 2024

Coastal Carolina University Athletics Establishes Branding Agreement with South Carolina Election Commission CONWAY, S.C. Coastal Carolina University Athletics announced a remarkable partnership with the South Carolina State Election Commission on...

"Excited football fans cheer"

Four-Star Recruit Malik Clark Set to Boost South Carolina Gamecocks’ Offensive Lineup

July 22, 2024

South Carolina Gamecocks Set to Receive Four-Star Recruit Malik Clark South Carolina – The Gamecocks are reportedly set to bolster their ranks later this week with the addition of Four-Star...

Youth basketball team celebration.

M.O.V. Apollos Victorious in Big Shots National Championship, Marking Stellar End to Season

July 12, 2024

M.O.V. Apollos Triumphs at Big Shots National Championship in South Carolina Big Win for the Youth Basketball Team Across the line from Southeast Ohio and within Wood County, West Virginia’s...

Football recruitment strategy brainstorm.

Darren Uscher Named as New Director of Recruiting for South Carolina Football

July 9, 2024

South Carolina Football Appoints Darren Uscher as the New Director of Recruiting Beamer Brings in New Blood to Boost the Gamecock’s Football Future Columbia, SC – A major shakeup is...

Thrilling Bull Shark Encounter

Bull Shark Puts on Fierce Display During Tag and Release Program off South Carolina Coast

July 4, 2024

Bull Shark Thrashes off the South Carolina Coast During Tag and Release Intense Encounter with an Ocean Predator A remarkable event took place just off the scenic coast of South...

803 Day festival stock.

Registration Now Open for Inaugural 803 Day in Columbia, S.C.

July 4, 2024

Registration Now Open for Inaugural 803 Day in Columbia, S.C. COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Midlands area is in for a spirited celebration as registration for the inaugural 803 Day activities...

Basketball transition success story.

Cam Scott: A Promising Addition to South Carolina Men’s Basketball Scene

July 2, 2024

Cam Scott’s Swift Transition to South Carolina’s Basketball Scene A Rising Star in South Carolina Men’s Basketball Cam Scott, a former four-star NBA aspirant and the second highest-ranked player landing...

Athletes celebrating victory together

South Carolina Achieves Historic Milestone with Five Players in Top 100 Junior College Rankings

June 30, 2024

South Carolina Places Five in Top 100 JUCO Rankings In an impressive athletic feat, South Carolina has secured a place for five players in the Top 100 Junior College (JUCO)...

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