Category: Opinion

For this issue’s column, I intended to chat about books. I’ve had some interesting book-related experiences lately that I wanted to share. But alas, as I sat in front of this screen to write, I received yet another storm alert...

Our final work on the South Carolina 125th Legislative Session is now complete, and with it an effort to further restrict abortion in South Carolina is almost certainly finished for now. In last week’s special gathering the...

To the Editor: “Peace” and “happiness” are two powerful words that in today’s troubled world seem to be overlooked throughout our society. Over the years, there have been numerous inspirational quotes describing these two...

Little birdies in the sky – and trees and feeders – delight us With this feature, we seek to capture a glimpse of what you and your neighbors have to say about a variety of topics, issues, events – and just plain fun questions....

We’re a close community here in the Lowcountry, where everyone knows and looks out for each other. This is why, as a member of Hilton Head Hospital’s governing board, I feel it’s important to call attention to an imminent threat...

There’s something comforting about a good ol’ Southern rainstorm, isn’t there? We just made it through August in the Lowcountry, and I am feeling quite comforted at this point! If you feel an affinity for rain, you’ll...

I’ve been in public service for 21 years on Hilton Head Island. One of my greatest privileges has been serving as your mayor and helping to steer our course of action on numerous issues. Since I took office four years ago, we’ve...

To the Editor: I’m in Michigan this month, and only yesterday received a copy of the Aug. 3 Hilton Head Sun. So while this response is less than timely, I want to express appreciation to the Sun and Gwyneth Saunders for the...

As school starts back, we consider memorable teachers With this feature, we seek to capture a glimpse of what you and your neighbors have to say about a variety of topics, issues, events – and just plain fun questions. You might...

In recent speaking opportunities this summer, I have had the pleasure of talking a lot about bridges and roads that are important for more ways than you might imagine, not only locally but all across our state. As I have noted...

Knock knock. Who’s there? Interrupting cow. Interrupting co… Moo. That has long been one of my favorite “knock knock” jokes. I find it hysterical ¬– perhaps because it pokes fun at so many people in my world: the interrupters....

The Town of Hilton Head Island provides 60 miles of public pathways and multiple beach and community parks where people seek opportunities to recreate and relax. While people enjoy these amenities, the Town must consider ways to...

To the Editor: M is for Meatless Mondays. It’s not a hard sacrifice to give up eating some other animal, just on Mondays. And probably one of the most efficient means of getting the heat down on this planet. Of course, lots of...

Unusual, classic things have a way of capturing our interest With this feature, we seek to capture a glimpse of what you and your neighbors have to say about a variety of topics, issues, events – and just plain fun questions....

With Hilton Head Island’s Town Council non-partisan election campaigns beginning in earnest this month, it’s an appropriate moment to stop and reflect on the major achievement our South Carolina General Assembly recently reached...