By Matt Uppenbrink, MS Contributor In the evolving landscape of aging, the narrative surrounding life after 55 has undergone a remarkable transformation. Gone are the days when retirement …

By Mayor Alan Perry Contributor Like many of you, my thoughts at the outset of a New Year tend toward making resolutions. Some are personal, some are professional, and many of them relate …

By Lisa Hostetler Brown Contributor   Expert Answer: Scammers often take advantage of unsuspecting individuals, especially seniors, creating opportunities for financial …

By Rep. Jeff Bradley Contributor Last month, our South Carolina House leadership met in Columbia to organize for the upcoming session, which begins this week. In that organizational …

By Luke Frazier Contributor If you took a guess at how long Laura Van Horn had been teaching kids, just based on the energy and exuberant attitude that pours forth in a conversation with …

By Glenda Harris Contributor Another successful Sea Turtle season on Hilton Head has come to an end with the nest numbers a bit down from last year. This year, there were 204 nests counted, …

By Cinda Seamon Contributor Holiday celebrations and parties can put your home at risk for fire. Preparing for guests can be a challenge. While decorations and great food may seem like the most …

By Lindsay Perry Contributor “Though no one can go back and make a brand-new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand-new ending.” - Carl Bard Target was adopted …

By Paul Tollefson Contributor The year was 1960, and Hilton Head had not quite taken off with the “Boom” from tourism yet. Sea Pines was in its beginning stages of development and …

More than 200 conservationists, scientists, community leaders and government officials gathered on November 13 at Tabby Place in Beaufort to hear Governor Henry …

By Paul TollefsonContributorAs an avid fisherman, hunter, and sportsman, I often meet and talk “shop” with other likeminded individuals in Bluffton and Hilton Head. One name that always seems to …

By Lindsay PerryContributorHave you been looking for someone equally as strong, energetic and smart as yourself? Mission is not your everyday dog. As an Australian Cattle Dog mix, he is an incredibly …

By Rosemary StaplesContributorAs Election Day approaches, voters will want to know which lawmakers have been working to protect South Carolina’s land and natural resources. Where do you find that …

By Mayor Alan PerryContributorWhen most of us think of fire and rescue services professionals, we visualize heroism, selflessness, courage and compassion. What you may not always think or know about, …

By Paul TollefsonContributorIf you can picture Hilton Head Island is the early 70s, you can imagine what a drastic change it is from the island of today. If you can imagine the Folly Field beach …

Steve DeSimone, a seasoned professional with deep ties to the Hilton Head Island community, is excited to announce his new candidacy for the Hilton Head Island Town Council representing Ward …

By Channing Heiss ContributorThe Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer Authority board has approved more than $110 million in infrastructure investments as part of an effort to improve water quality and …

By Kat RiceContributorDuring the school year, local students are dropped off every day at the Hilton Head Boys and Girls Club where they have a fun and safe place to stay from 2:45 to 6 o’clock. …

By Mayor Alan PerryContributorCommunity engagement is vital to the planning and execution of town projects. It helps us understand the needs of residents, foster connections and share ideas. This …

By Gwyneth J. SaundersContributorCampbell Chapel AME Church, one of Bluffton’s historic treasures, celebrated its 150th anniversary at the beginning of July with a week of rejoicing and …