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Publix set to open new Beaufort County location in 2021
As early as Friday, a new sign will be installed to announce the coming of a new Publix grocery store planned for a Beaufort shopping center.
Gov. orders flags lowered to half-staff Friday for Beaufort Police chief
Governor Henry McMaster orders that the flags atop the State Capitol Building be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset Friday, officials say.
Beaufort County superintendent recommends all virtual start to school year
The Beaufort County School District superintendent is recommending all students return to classes virtually this school year.
City announces funeral plans for Beaufort Police chief
The city of Beaufort says its former police chief will be laid to rest Friday.
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Free COVID-19 testing being offered in the Lowcountry
Lowcountry residents will have an opportunity to get tested Friday for COVID-19 for free.
Harbor Island Bridge on St. Helena Island closed due to malfunction
Authorities say the Harbor Island Bridge on St. Helena Island is closed due to a malfunction.
Beaufort mayor announces he will not run for re-election
Longtime Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling has announced he will not seek re-election when his term is up.
Beaufort County seeks public input on improving bicycle, pedestrian safety
Beaufort County’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force is asking the community to help make walking and biking safer and more accessible in the county.
Police arrest man in connection with machete slaying
Beaufort County deputies have arrested the man they believe is responsible for a Burton area slaying.
Hwy. 170 reopens after tractor trailer crash
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office says there has been a crash near the Burton intersection of Savanah Highway and Highway 170 Monday morning.
Woman injured after being attacked by alligator in Beaufort County
She is awaiting additional surgery but is in “good spirits” according to family members.
‘Salute from Shore’ to continue Saturday with tribute to Shaw AFB pilot killed in crash
A coastal flyover saluting America’s armed forces will continue as planned Saturday, but without F-16s from Shaw Air Force Base.
Deputies searching for missing, endangered woman
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing woman who has not been seen since early Wednesday morning.
Dedication ceremony planned for new Yemassee mural
Soon, you can check out a new mural honoring our military and their families in the Lowcountry.
$50,000 Powerball ticket sold in Bluffton
Someone in Bluffton is $50,000 richer.
FIRST ALERT: Heat advisory extended into larger portion of Lowcountry
The National Weather Service extended a heat advisory just before noon Tuesday to include additional Lowcountry counties where the heat index could soar above 105 degrees.
Beaufort, Hilton Head pass mask ordinances; 5 other communities to decide Monday
Several Lowcountry communities will discuss and potentially vote Monday on whether to require their residents to wear face masks in public to help slow the spread of the coronavirus.
UPDATE: Hilton Head Island council votes to extend ordinance requiring face masks
Hilton Head Island Town Council will vote on an ordinance to make masks mandatory in certain areas on the island during a special called meeting on Monday, June 29.
FIRST ALERT: Heat advisory in effect Monday as heat index could top 105
Expect a hot day Monday with a heat index in some Lowcountry counties above the century mark.
Troopers: Pedestrian struck, killed in Beaufort County collision
The South Carolina Highway Patrol says a pedestrian died after being struck by a car Saturday night in Beaufort County.
Deputies searching for suspect in Lady’s Island kidnapping, domestic violence incident
Lowcountry deputies are asking for the public’s help to locate a suspect wanted for a kidnapping and domestic violence incident on Lady’s Island.
Deputies search for clues in 48-year-old killing of teen
It has been nearly half a century since deputies say a 14-year-old boy was abducted and killed in Beaufort County, but deputies are still trying to find his killer.
2020 RBC Heritage underway on Hilton Head Island
The 52nd annual RBC Heritage is officially underway at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island.
SCDOT will resume toll collections on Hilton Head’s Cross Island Parkway on Friday
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced they will resume toll collections on the Cross Island Parkway (CIP) beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Friday.
Beaufort County deputies search for man wanted for attempted murder
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is seeking help to find a man wanted in an April shooting at St. Helena Island gas station.
Beaufort County deputies searching for stolen vehicle
The Berkeley Country Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to be on the lookout for a van stolen over the weekend.
Man reported missing, needing medical treatment found safe, deputies say
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office says a 61-year-old man reported missing has been found and is unharmed.
Beaufort County deputies investigating fatal shooting
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office says a 43-year-old man was killed Wednesday night in a shooting on St. Helena Island.
Investigators seeking info after missing Alabama man found dead near St. Helena Island
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office said the body of 43-year-old Phillip Rawlings was found last Saturday near Polawana Island off of St. Helena Island.
Man shot, killed at pool party on St. Helena Island
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at a pool party on Monday night.
Beaufort County deputies looking for information on 1995 murder
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is searching for any information regarding a murder case from 1995.
Police: Body of man found in water off St. Helena Island
The Beaufort County Sherrif’s Office has scheduled an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
15-year-old reported missing has been found safe, deputies say
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office says a 15-year-old girl listed as a runaway has been found.
Deputies searching for missing Alabama man after vehicle found in S.C.
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man reported missing from Alabama believed to have a medical condition requiring attention.
Beaufort Elementary School employee tests positive for COVID-19; building cleared
District officials said a Beaufort Elementary School staff member who has been working in the building tested positive for COVID-19 Wednesday morning.
Seniors, parents angry about virtual graduations in Beaufort County
Some high school seniors and parents in Beaufort County are angry that traditional outdoor graduation ceremonies won’t be held this year.
Taking it slow: One Lowcountry restaurant isn’t rushing the reopening process
On Monday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster allowed restaurants to re-open their dining rooms at 50-percent capacity as they begin to reopen the Palmetto State.
Beaufort City Council considers efforts to help businesses impacted by COVID-19
On Tuesday, City Council will discuss a new program called Together Beaufort that will assist downtown merchants.
Body found Sunday near Bay Point Island identified as missing diver
The Beaufort County Coroner has identified the body found Sunday near Bay Point Island as a missing diver.
SLED investigating deputy involved shooting in Bluffton
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is investigating a deputy involved shooting Sunday morning in Bluffton.
Bluffton woman grateful for community’s help, fund for son’s walking equipment nearly filled in one day
The coronavirus pandemic has helped bring out the best in some people. We’ve seen stories everyday of neighbors helping and giving in their community.
Deputies arrest man on child porn charges after seizing computers, electronic devices
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 36-year-old man on charges related to child porn.
Hilton Head Island senior using scenic video to uplift community
These days are filled with people hoping to lift up those around them. For one Lowcountry senior, that means taking his talent and using it to inspire.
Police searching for suspect in Beaufort County stabbing
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for information in finding an attempted murder suspect.
Deputies released from quarantine for possible COVID-19 exposure after arrest
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office says four of its deputies spent two days under quarantine believing they had possibly been exposed to COVID-19 during an arrest on St. Helena Island.
Crews searching for diver missing since Tuesday afternoon
The Coast Guard and other agencies are continuing the search for a missing diver in Port Royal Sound Wednesday morning.
S.C. Air National Guard to perform Lowcountry flyovers saluting frontline healthcare workers
The South Carolina Air National Guard’s 169th Fighter Wing will perform special flyovers statewide Monday to salute frontline healthcare workers.
Beaufort County deputies looking for information related to 2011 cold case
Although it is not known whether drugs or money were stolen; Lopez was a known dealer of marijuana and cocaine, according to deputies.
Beaufort man recovering from COVID-19 at home after 21 days on ventilator
A 57-year-old Beaufort man is home after spending three weeks on a ventilator and almost a month in the hospital after testing positive for COVID-19.
Deputies ask public to be on the lookout for two stolen vehicles
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office released photos of two vehicles stolen early Friday morning from the Bluffton area.
Lowcountry man accused of kidnapping 5-year-old boy arrested following standoff
Police officers have arrested a man accused of kidnapping a 5-year-old boy following a standoff on Thursday.
Tornado watch canceled as severe weather risk diminishes
The National Weather Service canceled a tornado watch hours early after the most powerful storms that prompted the watch early Monday morning moved off the coast.
Deputies: Disturbance inside Hilton Head apartment leads to shooting; one man dead, one wounded
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported disturbance on Friday night that left one man dead and another wounded.
Three men arrested for fatal shooting at Lowcountry Circle K parking lot
Deputies have arrested three men for a fatal shooting at a Lowcountry Circle K parking lot.
National Weather Service confirms two additional tornados resulting from Monday’s storms
The National Weather Service says there have now confirmed two additional tornados that resulted from Monday’s storms, bringing the total to 16.
Beaufort cuts expenses as it faces $2.1M budget shortfall
The City of Beaufort is cutting expenses over expectations that revenue in the last quarter of the fiscal year will drop significantly.
Deputies searching for missing endangered Hilton Head man
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public to be on the lookout for a missing 23-year-old man with medical issues.
Viewers share photos of damage from Monday morning’s storms
A powerful line of storms early Monday morning left its mark across the Lowcountry, downing trees and power lines.
Beaufort County deputies looking for suspects in 2012 shooting
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office
Arrest made in fatal accident in Beaufort County
Troopers say at least five people were taken to the hospital as a result of the March crash.
Missing Beaufort County man safe, deputies say
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office says a 57-year-old man reported missing Wednesday is safe at home.
City of Beaufort leaders pass ‘shelter-in-place’ order
City of Beaufort leaders voted Monday to pass a “shelter-in-place” order.