WRITE, READ, CONNECT

Captivating Storytelling

An engaging storyline is amplified by moments of breathless anticipation, paced expertly by sharp dialogue or precise phrasing.

August 2023 Calendar

School News

Back to School

Lowcountry offers top-quality learning

Bonding Over Baseball

Youth team lives the dream in Cooperstown

Ready to Run

Ronald Vargas set for 200-mile endurance race in Cascade Mountains

Mind the Manatee

Gentle mammals are popular summer visitors

Wonderful Waterfalls

Hike these trails for breathtaking experiences

Prehistoric Mystique

Sea Pines Shell Ring remains shrouded in mystery

Igniting Creativity

Highly anticipated Telfair Children’s Arts Museum debuts

Whimsical Artistry

Chris Sudduth crafts custom Lego works and flavorful snow cones

Making Written Connections

Hundreds of letters arrive for residents of Life Care Center’s Pen Pal program

For the Love of Literacy

Joe Distelheim Award honors students

The Perfect Fit

Choose the right furniture size for your living space

Visualize Your Dream Room

Online planners help custom-design your space

Frittata

Fabulous fare

Pineapple Salsa Dip

Bright color and bright flavor

Chicken and Avocado Wrap

Quick. Easy. Delicious.

Tomato Pie

A Southern summer staple

Rich. Delicious. Flavorful.

Hilton Head Distillery crafts authentic rum cocktails

Sharing the Culture

Entrepreneur Sonya Grant boosts Gullah way of life

Rick Saba Rocks

White Liquor frontman has energetic passion for Rolling Stones, real estate and Lacrosse

The Rebirth of Ruby Lee’s

Tim Singleton reopens an island institution and carries a family legacy forward

August 2023 Business News

Developing Local Leaders

Bluffton Chamber Young Professionals program enhances community through networking

Working Together to Help Others

SCORE SC Lowcountry mentors guide aspiring entrepreneurs

Business is Booming

Beaufort County sees surge in projects and new jobs

Turtle Trackers

Protecting Endangered Sea Turtles

Waddell Mariculture Center

Specialized Research

August 2023 News About Town

Housing on a Fast Track

Hilton Head’s strategy for workforce projects takes shape

‘There’s a Lot Going On’

Hilton Head Island has strategic plans for growth and development

Hilton Head Celebration

Town will mark 360th and 40th milestone island anniversaries

Building a Quality of Life

Capital Improvement Program pushes Bluffton’s growth forward

Bustling Bluffton

The thriving town continues fast-paced growth

Q & A with Lisa Sulka

Bluffton Mayor

Q&A with Alan Perry

Hilton Head Island Mayor

Hop on a Trolley

The Breeze serves more than 42,000 passengers

After Dark

When the lights go down the fun heats up

Let's Eat

Hilton Head Island has more than 200 restaurants with fabulous dining experiences

July 2023 Calendar of Events

Tribute to the Troops

Salute from the Shore Honors Military

Celebrating Independence Day

Bluffton hosting day of family fun events

Art League Names Biennale Winners

Art League of Hilton Head awarded 13 prizes at the awards reception of the 2023 Biennale, 28th National Juried Art Exhibition.

Literary Artistry

Poetry Trail offers new way to experience Hilton Head Island

SOBA’s July Featured Artist

Virginia Cassidy

Enhancing Artistic Abilities

Society of Bluffton Artists helps community art scene flourish

Blue Ridge Getaway

Enjoy an escape to the North Georgia Mountains

Empowered & Engaged

LPGA*USGA Girls Golf offers inspired introduction to the sport

Poetry in Pickleball

The soft game

Catch the ‘Big Prize’

Reel in these summertime fish

Little Armored Ones

Armadillos roam the state

Invaluable Alliance

TCL, Hospice Care partnership gives nurses perspective on end-of-life care

Resource for Research

Heritage Library highlights Hilton Head’s history

(Re)living History

Steve Quick does more than just dress the part in bringing the past to life

July 2023 Must Reads

July 2023 releases

Part of the Solution

Father-son team determined to raise eco-awareness

Coastal Living Creativity

Style your home for a touch of tranquility

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Feed a crowd

Pickled Cucumber Salad

Cool summer side dish

Grilled Corn on the Cob

Tender and tasty

Tonya Hudson’s Mussels with Diced Tomatoes and Garlic

These delicate crustaceans make an excellent addition to seafood pasta and stews as well as a stand-alone dish.

Grilled Vegetable Kabob

A hearty but healthy meal

Summer Drink Recipes by Matty Bussmann

Summertime drink recommendations from bartender Matty Bussmann.

Meet Matty

Bartender Bussmann makes sure everybody feels welcome

July 2023 Restaurant News

Openings and news

Stylish Summer

Summertime fashion finds

Making an Impact by Mentoring

L.J. Bush Jr. inspires Lowcountry youth through The COIN Project

July 2023 Business News

New faces and places

Giving Back

Roof for Troops help support veterans

Pockets Full of Sunshine

Enhancing lives of exceptional adults

Bluffton Self Help

The Market at Bluffton Self Help plays an integral part in supporting families who need assistance.

July 2023 About Town

The latest news in the Lowcountry

Securing the Shore

Beach Service is best known for its corps of lifeguards

Reducing Risks

Bluffton Township Fire District’s 24-member Wildland Fire Crew

Bob Stevens

Q&A with Hilton Head's Bob Stevens

Leslie Rohland

Q&A with Bluffton businesswoman Leslie Rohland.

Save it for Later

The desire to consume all things without missing out on something can be overwhelming and exhausting.

June 2023 Calendar

Save the date for these June events

Race with a Purpose

Paddle the May will promote passion for the outdoors

Summer Excitement

A few favorite things to do in the Lowcountry

Grassroots Generosity

Bethany McDonald leads Finnegan’s Sharing Shack effort

Road Trip

Photographer Guido Flueck chronicles the country

Sports Standouts

High school season full of spring success

Pickleball Pain

Serving Senior Citizens

Carol and Bill Mullen help elderly find living communities

Creatures of the Forest

Be vigilant around venomous copperhead snakes

The Great Hurricane

Sea Islands storm battered the Lowcountry in 1893

June 2023 Must Reads

Must Read books for June 2023

Friends of the Hilton Head Library

Promoting Literacy

Four Corners Gallery Celebrates 25 Years

Woman of the Year

Patti Maurer recognized for contributions to the community

Guitar Guru

Brooks Cobb IS dedicated to his craft as a skilled luthier

Hurricane Home Prep

Keep your house safe during a storm

Have a Hurricane Plan

Be prepared for storm season

Tonya Hudson’s Ceviche

Summer vacation season is here, but you don’t have to look far for a recipe that will feed your wanderlust.

Chilled tomato basil soup

Soup isn't just a cold weather dish

Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Try this side dish for a cool summer treat

Avocado and tomato with grilled chicken salad

Try this salad for a light dinner

Shrimp Salad

A cool summer salad