News Summary

As Independence Day nears, Beaufort County announces altered grocery store hours and local office closures for the Fourth of July holiday. Grocery stores will have reduced hours to accommodate holiday shopping. Many local government offices will also close, with emergency services continuing as usual. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for their grocery needs and be aware of these changes to ensure a smooth holiday celebration.

Beaufort County Prepares for Fourth of July Weekend with Altered Grocery and Office Hours

As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, residents of Beaufort County should take note of the varied grocery store hours and local office closures that will be in effect on this national holiday. Most grocery stores are adjusting their hours to accommodate families stocking up for Independence Day celebrations.

Grocery Store Hours

The majority of grocery retailers across Beaufort County will operate with reduced hours on July 4. Here’s a breakdown of the hours for various stores:

• Food Lion: All locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Kroger: All locations will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Walmart: All locations will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Aldi: Opens at 9 a.m. and closes at 4 p.m.
• Publix:
  • Open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Beaufort Plaza, Lady’s Island, May River Crossing, Buckwalter Place, and Island Crossing.
  • Open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Bluffton Commons at Belfair, Festival Centre at Indigo Park, and New River Crossing.
• Harris Teeter:
  • Open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Hilton Head Park Plaza and Lady’s Island locations.
  • Open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Hilton Head Main Street Village location.
• The Fresh Market: Open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Target: Open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Sam’s Club:
  • Plus members have early access starting at 8 a.m., while regular members can enter from 10 a.m.
  • All members must exit by 6 p.m.
• Piggly Wiggly:
  • Hilton Head location open from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Port Royal location open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• ABC liquor stores: Open with possibly adjusted hours (check local listings).

Retail liquor stores will operate Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. on July 4.

Local Office Closures

Many local government offices will close in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. The following closures will be effective:

• Town of Bluffton: Offices will close at 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, and remain closed on July 4, reopening Monday, July 7.
• Town of Hilton Head: All offices closed on July 4 and reopening Monday, July 7.
• City of Beaufort: Offices will be closed on July 4, reopening Monday, July 7.
• Town of Port Royal: All offices closed on July 4 and will reopen on Monday, July 7.
• Banks and the U.S. Postal Service: All closed on July 4.

Emergency Services and Convenience Centers

Emergency services will continue to operate as usual on July 4, ensuring public safety and health. However, all Convenience Centers in Beaufort County will be closed and will resume normal operations on Saturday, July 5.

Air Travel

Those traveling over the holiday will find that both the Hilton Head Island Airport and Beaufort Executive Airport will remain operational throughout the day on July 4.

Summary

Residents of Beaufort County are encouraged to plan ahead for grocery needs and be mindful of local office hours as they prepare for a festive Fourth of July weekend. With grocery stores adjusting their hours, and local offices closing, proper planning can ensure a smooth celebration of Independence Day.

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