Hilton Head’s untold history
Revisiting lesser-known events and individuals who contributed to the Island’s fascinating story. Stories by Richard Thomas During the 500-year span of Hilton Head’s recorded history, many well-known people have been …
Unknown stories of Bluffton
Uncovering A historic small town’s lesser-known past. Stories by Barry Kaufman As a town, Bluffton can be somewhat hard to pigeonhole. For years, the narrative was that it was a …
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Why show off your messy living room when you can video chat with a virtual background? The Zoom video chat app has become very popular and paramount during this time. …
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Restaurant News – April 2021
Lucky Rooster Kitchen + Bar set to reopen Chef David Landrigan joins team; new ownership looks to build on past success Popular upscale hot spot Lucky Rooster Kitchen + Bar …
Know your Heritage
PGA Tour event returns to Harbour Town with a few changes. ©All photos provided by RBC Heritage The 53rd annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing is set for April 12-18 …
Faces of history
The Lowcountry’s history is more than just a catalogue of those who have called it home – it’s a reflection of the American experience, and the unique role our area …
May the course be with you
Bluffton’s Bryson Nimmer takes on the RBC Heritage By Maddie Bane The Heritage Classic Foundation has awarded Bluffton native Bryson Nimmer a sponsor’s exemption for the 53rd annual RBC Heritage …
Gloria Krolak: Jazz radio deejay and vibraphone aficionado
Creative Conversations Have a special artistic talent? Step into LOCAL Life’s and the Hilton Head Island Office of Cultural Affairs’ monthly Creative Conversations spotlight. Go to culturehhi.org/portfolio/artist-of-the-month/ to apply. By …
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Rice, Slavery & Sierra Leone
The Gullah people have survived on the Carolina sea islands for hundreds of years. By Richard Thomas + Art by Sonja Griffin Evans The term “Gullah” has been used for …
History lives here
The Lowcountry’s deep-rooted past is comprehensive, diverse and incredibly fascinating. When you live somewhere long enough, you expect to one day learn everything about your town’s history. Especially when your …
Sam Doyle: Through his mind and eye
By Carolyn Males Featured Artist In a 1982 photo, Sam Doyle is sitting in his yard on what looks like a rusty old iron bed headboard or perhaps an old …
April 2021 Happenings
Outdoor events Island-wide litter sweep planned for Earth Day To celebrate the 51st anniversary of Earth Day, the Outside Foundation is calling on locals and visitors to join them in …
Rooted in Gullah tradition
By Luana Graves Sellars Haint blue Sometimes called robin’s egg blue or Carolina blue, haint blue is more than just a popular Lowcountry color. Used on porch ceilings or a …
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