Local business buzz – May 2025
Fresh faces, bold moves and big plans in the Lowcountry
Looking for something new around town? From big-name bargains to boutique charm, these fresh arrivals are making waves in the Lowcountry. Here’s what’s new and noteworthy.
Story By Sheila Paz
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Front Light Design Studio
321 Hope Pond Way, Unit 104, Bluffton
Say hello to South Carolina’s first and only state-of-the-art design studio, now open in the Lowcountry. Front Light Building Company’s new Design Studio offers an immersive experience where you can walk through your future home before the first brick is laid — previewing every layout, material and finish with jaw-dropping clarity. Get ready to design your new home like never before.

PRN Staffers
711 Bladen Street, Beaufort
PRN Staffers is now open in Beaufort, focused on connecting top-notch healthcare professionals with medical facilities across the Lowcountry. Their mission? To streamline staffing and meet the region’s growing demand for medical expertise — one quality match at a time. Learn more at prnstaffers.com.

Hilton Head Christian Academy
3088 Bluffton Parkway, Bluffton
The new high school building at Hilton Head Christian Academy is officially open — and it opened a full year ahead of schedule. Designed with innovation and collaboration in mind, the new space includes flexible learning zones, a student commons with an outdoor learning porch and grand staircase, a second indoor/outdoor café, a state-of-the-art science lab and dedicated spaces for student-teacher connections.

Boohags
7 Maryfield Court, Daufuskie Island
Daufuskie’s got a new gem! Boohags is the island’s newest boutique, offering coastal-chic style in everything from sunglasses and jewelry to home accents and gifts. It’s the perfect spot to pick up something that captures the charm and ease of Lowcountry life.

Five Below
Next to Tanger 2, Bluffton
Say hello to fun for just five bucks! Five Below has officially opened its doors in the Old Navy and Marshall’s shopping complex near Tanger 2, bringing unbeatable bargains on everything from trendy tech and home décor to sports gear and snacks. Bluffton’s location features a bonus: an exclusive party shop loaded with décor, balloons and favors. It’s a budget-friendly playground — let the treasure hunt begin!
Business News

The Breeze Trolley returns
All aboard! Hilton Head’s beloved Breeze Trolley is back for the summer season, now with four new stops: Marina Side Drive, Fresh Market Shoppes, Park Lane and South Island Square. That’s 25 convenient stops in total. The trolley is free for all riders and runs seven days a week—1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, through September 1. Plan your ride at breezetrolley.com, or download the CatchTheBreeze app for routes and real-time updates.

Aldi
80 Mathews Drive, Hilton Head
Big news for bargain hunters — Aldi is coming to Hilton Head! Just two years after opening in Bluffton, the fan-favorite grocery store is expanding its reach with a brand-new location in Sea Turtle Marketplace off William Hilton Parkway. The 20,000-square-foot standalone store is currently in its final design phase, with construction plans on the horizon. Stay tuned — affordable groceries are heading to the island soon!
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