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Fatal Head-On Collision on Sea Island Parkway Claims Two Lives
Lady’s Island, S.C., January 20, 2026 A tragic head-on collision on Sea Island Parkway in Lady’s Island, South Carolina, resulted in two fatalities and critically injured a teenager. Authorities indicate the...
11-Year-Old Girl Found Safe in Beaufort, SC
Beaufort, South Carolina, January 20, 2026 Bella Monae Driver, an 11-year-old girl reported missing in Beaufort, South Carolina, has been located unharmed. The successful search concluded with community and police collaboration,...
Community Relieved as Missing Girl is Found Safe in Beaufort
Beaufort, South Carolina, January 20, 2026 A strong sense of relief swept through Beaufort, South Carolina, as 11-year-old Bella Monae Driver was safely located after being reported missing. Her disappearance prompted...
Tragic Accident Claims Life on Bluffton Parkway
Bluffton, January 19, 2026 A driver in Bluffton, South Carolina, tragically died after being ejected from an overturned Ford Mustang and struck by an oncoming vehicle. The incident, occurring on Bluffton...
Tragic Collision on Bluffton Parkway Claims Life in Beaufort County
Beaufort County, January 18, 2026 A severe collision on Bluffton Parkway in Beaufort County resulted in the death of a driver after being ejected from their Ford Mustang and struck by...
Fatal Collision on Bluffton Parkway Claims Driver’s Life
Bluffton, January 18, 2026 A tragic collision on Bluffton Parkway resulted in the death of a driver who was ejected from their vehicle. The incident is currently under investigation by state...
Arrest Made in Mobile Home Park Murder Case
Beaufort County, January 17, 2026 Authorities in Beaufort County, South Carolina, have arrested 21-year-old Tyre Joe Atkins in connection with a murder that occurred at a mobile home park in September...
Arrest Made in Beaufort County Murder Case
Beaufort, January 17, 2026 Tyre Joe Atkins, 21, has been arrested and charged with murder, attempted murder, and firearms-related offenses following a shooting incident that fatally injured Ty Haskell Jenkins. The...
Beaufort County Man Arrested in Fatal Shooting Case
Beaufort County, January 17, 2026 Authorities in Beaufort County have arrested Tyre Joe Atkins, a 21-year-old man, in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Ty Haskell Jenkins IV that occurred...
BEAUFORT BUSINESS
Global Innovation Influences Local Business Aspirations
Beaufort, SC, January 5, 2026 As the world witnesses rapid technological advancements, the success stories from international innovations, such as those from Seoul’s startups at the CES Innovation Awards, provide valuable...
Economic Health: Legal Filings Offer Business Insights
Beaufort SC, January 5, 2026 Recent legal activity in North Carolina’s Triad region provides crucial insights for Beaufort SC entrepreneurs as they navigate the evolving economic landscape. Legal filings, including judgments...
Hilton Head Island Leaders Consider Moratorium on Rentals
Hilton Head, October 27, 2025 News Summary Hilton Head Island is contemplating a moratorium on new short-term rentals and development as town leaders address rapid growth concerns. Stakeholders in the vacation...
Aldi Opens New Store in Beaufort
Beaufort, October 25, 2025 News Summary Aldi is opening a new store at 361 Robert Smalls Parkway in Beaufort, set to launch on October 30. After a two-year anticipation, the store...
Discovering South Carolina’s Hidden Culinary Gems
South Carolina, October 19, 2025 News Summary South Carolina is home to a multitude of hidden restaurants that offer exceptional dining experiences beyond mainstream options. From the Italian delights at Pomodori...
Tragic Mass Shooting at High School Reunion in South Carolina
St. Helena Island, October 16, 2025 News Summary A mass shooting at Willie’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island left four dead and 16 injured during a high school reunion...
USC Beaufort Receives $3.8 Million Federal Grant to Address Nursing Shortage
Beaufort, South Carolina, October 10, 2025 News Summary The University of South Carolina Beaufort has been awarded a $3.8 million federal grant aimed at supporting nursing students, covering their educational and...
Beaufort Welcomes Two New Dining Establishments
Beaufort, October 9, 2025 News Summary Beaufort introduces two new dining options: Bye Bye Birdie Food & Spirits, offering casual eats and seasonal cocktails, and Sister Sister Deli & Market, a...
Beaufort Memorial Hospital Honored with Commitment to Quality Award
Beaufort, S.C., October 8, 2025 News Summary Beaufort Memorial Hospital in Beaufort, S.C. has received the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality award, recognizing its excellence in heart and stroke care....
BEAUFORT Events
Beaufort County Launches New Recycling Initiatives
Beaufort, SC, January 12, 2026 Beaufort County has introduced several innovative recycling initiatives to enhance environmental stewardship and community health. Programs like the Recycle Coach tool aim to increase recycling rates...
Beaufort Area Celebrates Spring with Annual Seafood Tradition
Port Royal, January 11, 2026 The Beaufort area comes alive in spring with the annual Soft Shell Crab Festival in Port Royal. This vibrant celebration showcases local culinary talents and highlights...
Catch the Cinematic Wave at Beaufort International Film Festival
Beaufort, SC, January 11, 2026 The Beaufort International Film Festival is set for its 20th annual celebration, running from February 17 to 22. This year’s festival will showcase 54 films and...
Beaufort County’s Community Spirit Drives New Initiatives
Beaufort County, January 11, 2026 Beaufort County Parks and Recreation Department is leading innovative initiatives aimed at enhancing community quality of life through improved facilities, strategic partnerships, and fiscal responsibility. From...
Beaufort’s Downtown Evolves with New Developments
Beaufort, January 11, 2026 Beaufort’s historic downtown is undergoing significant transformations that enhance its character while addressing community needs. Recent developments focus on balancing heritage with innovative projects aimed at fostering...
Beaufort’s Water Festival: Community Spirit Celebrated
Beaufort, South Carolina, January 11, 2026 The 69th annual Beaufort Water Festival is set to proceed despite recent challenges, showcasing local resilience and dedication. Preparations are well underway for this beloved...
New Indoor Playhouse Opens in Beaufort for Families
Beaufort, January 10, 2026 Palmetto Playhouse, an indoor children’s playhouse, is set to open in Beaufort, South Carolina. This facility aims to provide a safe, engaging environment for young children to...
Beaufort Oyster Festival Returns with a Celebration of Local Culture
Beaufort, January 9, 2026 The Beaufort Oyster Festival is set to return with an expanded celebration, running from January 8th to 18th, culminating in a vibrant festival weekend. Organized by local...
Port Royal’s Mardi Gras: A Celebration of Community Spirit
Port Royal, SC, January 9, 2026 Port Royal’s Mardi Gras is set to transform the town into a vibrant hub of culture and community spirit. This annual celebration, known as the...
BEAUFORT CRIME
Fatal Head-On Collision on Sea Island Parkway Claims Two Lives
Lady’s Island, S.C., January 20, 2026 A tragic head-on collision on Sea Island Parkway in Lady’s Island, South Carolina, resulted in two fatalities and critically injured a teenager. Authorities indicate the...
Tragic Accident Claims Life on Bluffton Parkway
Bluffton, January 19, 2026 A driver in Bluffton, South Carolina, tragically died after being ejected from an overturned Ford Mustang and struck by an oncoming vehicle. The incident, occurring on Bluffton...
Tragic Collision on Bluffton Parkway Claims Life in Beaufort County
Beaufort County, January 18, 2026 A severe collision on Bluffton Parkway in Beaufort County resulted in the death of a driver after being ejected from their Ford Mustang and struck by...
Fatal Collision on Bluffton Parkway Claims Driver’s Life
Bluffton, January 18, 2026 A tragic collision on Bluffton Parkway resulted in the death of a driver who was ejected from their vehicle. The incident is currently under investigation by state...
Arrest Made in Mobile Home Park Murder Case
Beaufort County, January 17, 2026 Authorities in Beaufort County, South Carolina, have arrested 21-year-old Tyre Joe Atkins in connection with a murder that occurred at a mobile home park in September...
Arrest Made in Beaufort County Murder Case
Beaufort, January 17, 2026 Tyre Joe Atkins, 21, has been arrested and charged with murder, attempted murder, and firearms-related offenses following a shooting incident that fatally injured Ty Haskell Jenkins. The...
Beaufort County Man Arrested in Fatal Shooting Case
Beaufort County, January 17, 2026 Authorities in Beaufort County have arrested Tyre Joe Atkins, a 21-year-old man, in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Ty Haskell Jenkins IV that occurred...
Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting on St. Helena Island
Burton, Beaufort County, January 17, 2026 Tyre Joe Atkins, a 21-year-old man from St. Helena Island, has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Ty Haskell Jenkins in...
St. Helena Island Man Arrested on Murder Charges in Beaufort
Beaufort, January 17, 2026 A 21-year-old man from St. Helena Island, Tyre Joe Atkins, has been arrested and charged with murder related to a fatal shooting at a mobile home park...
BEAUFORT POLITICS
Arrest Made in Beaufort County Murder Case
Beaufort, January 17, 2026 Tyre Joe Atkins, 21, has been arrested and charged with murder, attempted murder, and firearms-related offenses following a shooting incident that fatally injured Ty Haskell Jenkins. The...
Beaufort County Considers Firearm Discharge Restrictions
Beaufort County, January 16, 2026 Beaufort County is deliberating a new ordinance aimed at prohibiting the discharge of firearms within 500 feet of residential areas in Bluffton and Port Royal. This...
Community Protests Demand Justice After ICE Shooting
Beaufort, January 15, 2026 Over 350 people gathered in Beaufort to protest the recent fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. The rally was part of a nationwide movement,...
Protests Erupt in Beaufort Against ICE Shooting
Beaufort, South Carolina, January 15, 2026 More than 350 individuals gathered in Beaufort, South Carolina, to protest the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. The “ICE...
Beaufort County Proposes Stricter Firearm Discharge Regulations
Bluffton, January 13, 2026 Beaufort County is drafting an ordinance to implement stricter firearm discharge regulations in unincorporated areas, addressing recent safety concerns in Bluffton. The ordinance aims to improve public...
Dr. Lance Lowe Arrested for DUI in Beaufort County
Beaufort County, January 13, 2026 Dr. Lance Lowe, a pediatrician and founder of Palmetto Pediatrics, was arrested in Beaufort County for driving under the influence (DUI). This marks his second arrest...
Beaufort, North Carolina Faces Power Outage Impacting Thousands
Beaufort, North Carolina, January 7, 2026 In Beaufort, North Carolina, a significant power outage due to equipment failure has left over 1,000 residents without electricity. Utility crews are working diligently to...
Former Beaufort County Mail Carrier Terminated Amid Federal Probe
Beaufort County, S.C., January 7, 2026 A former mail carrier in Beaufort County has been fired and is now the subject of a federal investigation due to their previous narcotics history....
Wreaths Across America to Honor Veterans in Beaufort
Beaufort, SC, October 9, 2025 News Summary Wreaths Across America will hold a remembrance ceremony at Beaufort National Cemetery to honor over 26,000 veterans by laying wreaths on grave sites. The...
BEAUFORT SPORTS
Beaufort County Launches Spring Registration for Community Programs
Beaufort SC, January 6, 2026 Beaufort County Parks & Recreation has opened spring registration for a variety of youth and adult sports programs. This initiative aims to promote community engagement, physical...
Beaufort Prepares for Swing Bridge Run
Beaufort SC, October 19, 2025 News Summary Beaufort is gearing up for the Swing Bridge Run, featuring a 5K Run and All Ages Bridge Walk. Organized by Holy Trinity Classical Christian...
Beaufort High School Football Team Celebrates Historic Win
Beaufort, October 9, 2025 News Summary Beaufort High School’s football team achieved a crucial victory against Bluffton, marking the first win for Coach Bruce Lybrand. The match showcased outstanding performances from...
Local High School Athletes Compete for Player of the Week
Beaufort SC, October 8, 2025 News Summary The high school football regular season in Beaufort has concluded its seventh week, leading to a poll for The Island Packet’s Player of the...
Beaufort Academy Football Team Suffers Heavy Defeat
Beaufort, SC, October 6, 2025 News Summary In a disappointing game, Beaufort Academy faced a crushing 50-0 loss against Bethesda Academy. This marked a historic shutout for Beaufort, who is now...
Beaufort High School Volleyball Teams Shine in Recent Matches
Beaufort SC, October 2, 2025 News Summary The Beaufort High School girls volleyball team secured a narrow victory against Hilton Head with a score of 3-2, while the boys volleyball team...
HHI Windows and Doors Sponsors Habitat for Humanity Golf Tournament
Okatie, South Carolina, September 23, 2025 News Summary HHI Windows and Doors supports the 28th Annual Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry Golf Tournament at Oldfield Club, emphasizing community initiatives and...
Voting Open for Island Packet’s Player of the Week
Hilton Head, September 18, 2025 News Summary The Island Packet has opened voting for this week’s Player of the Week, showcasing standout high school football players from local teams. Fans can...
Beaufort Academy Dominates Lee Academy with 41-0 Victory
Beaufort, SC, September 15, 2025 News Summary In a commanding performance, Beaufort Academy defeated Lee Academy 41-0 during a high school football game. This victory keeps Beaufort Academy unbeaten at 5-0...
