Major Infrastructure Projects in Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort and Port Royal (2026)
Beach renourishment on Hilton Head Island, new development in Bluffton, a memorial park project in Beaufort and more will shape the Lowcountry’s future in 2026.
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Iconic Port Royal Home Donated to Support Future Doctors in South Carolina
This stunning Port Royal Plantation estate, filled with museum-worthy art, has been donated to VCOM-Carolinas. The proceeds will help fund medical students dedicated to serving underserved communities in South Carolina.
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The Sport of Kings: How Polo Found Its Place in the Lowcountry
What started as a dusty dream in the 1970s has grown into one of the Lowcountry’s most elegant traditions. From Honey Horn to Rose Hill, polo brought pageantry, philanthropy and horsepower to Hilton Head’s backyard. Meet the visionaries who made it happen — and find out what’s next for the sport of kings in the South.
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Portraits of Purpose
Snapshots of locals making a difference in the Lowcountry. “50 Portraits of Purpose” is an invitation to explore the unseen facets of people you thought you knew.
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Cars you may have missed at the HHP All Sports Car Day
Get the show on the road Story by Bailey Gilliam + Photography by Charles Grace The HHP (Hilton Head Plantation) All Sports Car Day, hosted by the HHP Porsche Club, convened in the heat July 15 in the Plantation House parking lot. Sports car owners, fans and enthusiasts alike braved the sweltering sun to converse…
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How Beaufort County’s Salt Marshes Sustain Life with Every Tide
With more salt marsh grass than any other U.S. county, Beaufort County’s Port Royal watershed is affectionately known as the Nursery of the Ocean. Spanning over 200,000 acres, these marshes are flooded twice daily, creating a rhythmic tidal cycle that nurtures marine life and shapes the ecosystem. From the moon’s gravitational pull to the precise timing of slack tide, this intricate dance of water sustains everything from oysters and shrimp to birds and bottlenose dolphins.
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Room of the Month: The Perfect Recipe for a Dream Kitchen
Blending beauty with functionality, this Port Royal Plantation kitchen—designed by Mike Ruegamer of Group 3 Designs—proves that smart design can transform a space. From a bold geometric backsplash to seamless storage solutions, discover the key elements that make this kitchen a true showpiece.
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Bullish in Beaufort County: Municipal Projects Driving Prosperity in 2025
Beaufort County is booming, and its leaders are rising to the challenge. From tackling affordable housing to creating vibrant festivals, advancing infrastructure, and preserving historic charm, discover how Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Beaufort, and Port Royal are poised to thrive in 2025.
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The Ultimate Lowcountry BBQ Guide: Best Barbecue Spots in Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort & Beyond
Sink your teeth into the Lowcountry’s best barbecue. From smoky ribs on Hilton Head to pulled pork in Port Royal, this roundup highlights the top BBQ joints across the region — complete with photos, flavors and where to find them.
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5-minute history: Abandoned ships
On the shallow shelf outside the entrance to Port Royal Sound in depths of 10 to 60 feet of water are the remains of over 40 shipwrecks from various periods, most within a three-to-five-mile radius of the mouth of the Sound.
