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    Beach renourishment on Hilton Head Island, new development in Bluffton, a memorial park project in Beaufort and more will shape…
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    These three locals are working on the major municipal projects set to change Bluffton, Hilton Head Island and Beaufort in…
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    2026 Style Forecast: The Fashion Trends Defining the Year in the Lowcountry

    From bold color and statement jewelry to tailored silhouettes and elevated everyday pieces, Lowcountry boutiques weigh in on the fashion…
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    2026 Wellness Forecast: Personalized, Smarter Care Ahead

    Lowcountry doctors and wellness experts share what’s next in personalized care — from smarter screenings and AI diagnostics to holistic…
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    January 2026 Lowcountry Almanac

    Explore what’s in store for January 2026 with weather predictions, astronomical events and gardening suggestions from the new year’s Old…
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    From Scratch: Wild Mushroom Risotto

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    Simple ways to organize your home in 2026

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    Earth tones lead the way and an unexpected pick from Pantone are the shades set to color 2026.

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The Accidental Gardener: For the birds

The Accidental Gardener: For the birds

help Your feathered friends get through winter by Decorating with DIY edible ornaments. Growing up, the anticipation of the holidays…

Showcase house jazzes up Lowcountry design

Showcase house jazzes up Lowcountry design

It’s the details that draw you in at the 2020 Southern Living Showcase home in Habersham. Story by Lisa Allen…

How to style a bar cart

How to style a bar cart

Turn a corner of your living room into the life of the party. Story by Mary Patterson Home for the…

Home for the holidays

Home for the holidays

Our best tips to prepare your home for holiday guests

The Palmetto Bluff Effect

The Palmetto Bluff Effect

This elegant and smart Hilton Head Island home is a mash-up of two residences.

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