Local Business Buzz: New Openings in the Lowcountry (April 2026)
Who’s opening, what’s coming and where the Lowcountry is growing next
Story by Bailey Gilliam
Spring is a season of fresh starts, and across the Lowcountry that energy shows up in bright storefronts, new signage and construction crews hard at work. From locally owned startups to major community investments, this month’s Business Buzz rounds up the openings, announcements and future projects shaping where we shop, work and live.
Now Open in the Lowcountry
Evergreen South
Bow Circle, Hilton Head
The team behind Evergreen Pet Lodge is expanding with Evergreen South, now open in the former Red Rover space on the island’s south end. The new facility mirrors the brand’s reputation for attentive, high-quality care, offering royal, luxury and standard dog suites, plus a dedicated cat cattery with upscale feline accommodations. Spacious outdoor play yards with premium canine turf and full-service grooming round out the experience. With north and south locations now operating, Evergreen makes trusted pet care easier than ever for island families.
LowcountryLA
Buckwalter, Bluffton
Outdoor living gets a design-forward upgrade with the launch of LowcountryLA, a boutique landscape architecture firm founded by longtime local designer Jesse Solomon. With 15 years of experience in the region, Solomon focuses on sustainable, site-sensitive designs that feel naturally at home in the Lowcountry. From intimate garden spaces to full-property transformations, each project is personally guided from first sketch to final installation.
Coastal Haven Insurance
Pennington Drive, Bluffton
Coastal Haven Insurance has opened its Bluffton office with a simple mission: make insurance easier to understand and more tailored to real life. As an independent agency, the team works directly with homeowners, drivers and business owners to build coverage that fits, whether preparing for hurricane season or planning long-term protection. Clear guidance and responsive service lead the approach.
Coming Soon to Bluffton, Beaufort & Ridgeland
Hydrate IV Bar
Main Street Village, Hilton Head
A new wellness concept is preparing to open at Main Street Village. Hydrate IV Bar will offer spa-style vitamin infusions administered by registered nurses under medical supervision. Owned by longtime residents Stuart and Brecken Campagna, the business combines clinical oversight with a calming, lounge-style environment designed for recovery, rehydration and proactive wellness.
Bright Beginnings Academy
The COVE, Bluffton
Bright Beginnings Academy will soon open at 97 Progressive Street, bringing a new early-learning option to The COVE. Serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, the center features a play-based curriculum, development-focused classrooms and trained educators, including autism-awareness instruction developed with the Lowcountry Autism Foundation. Safe play areas, nutritious snacks and a nurturing atmosphere complete the program.
High Tide Pediatric Dentistry
Washington Square, Bluffton
High Tide Pediatric Dentistry, led by Dr. Melissa Connell, is preparing to open its permanent Washington Square location at 5 Mott St. The practice is built around creating a positive, low-stress dental experience for young patients and their families. While construction continues, patients are being seen at a temporary location ahead of the opening.
Publix
Circle Center, Hilton Head
A third Publix is on the way to Hilton Head Island. The new 48,000-square-foot store will fill the former Bi-Lo space at 70 Pope Ave. near Coligny Beach Park and anchor a redesigned Circle Center plaza. Plans call for a refreshed layout and improved retail mix, adding another convenient grocery option for both residents and visitors.
Future Project
VA Outpatient Clinic
Ribaut Road, Port Royal
Plans are moving forward for a $30 million community-based outpatient clinic at 1844 Ribaut Road in Port Royal. The two- to three-story facility, projected to open in 2028, will expand access to primary care, mental health services and specialty treatment for Lowcountry veterans, replacing the existing clinic at Naval Hospital Beaufort. Beyond healthcare access, the project is expected to generate jobs and support continued development along the Ribaut Road corridor.
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