Monsters of the deep
While most sharks swimming near our beaches will be less than five feet in length, much larger sharks are out there in deeper water.
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Sands Beach, Beaufort
Sands Beach in Beaufort, SC, is a beautiful serene beach that is perfect for a relaxing day spent outdoors. This is where the locals of Beaufort like to drive onto the beach and park themselves right in front.
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How to study Black stories in the Lowcountry
Whether you are a lifelong local or passing through for a visit, check out six of the area’s Black history learning centers that honor the heritage of the Black people whose stories have defined our past and continue to write our future.
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Fresh catch: Black drum
Drum up some exciting flavor with this in-season fish. Here are some fun facts, how to catch them, health benefits, recipes and more.
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Significant Native Island contributors
How much do you really know about significant Native Islanders who lived between the late 1800s and 2000?Â
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Armed Black troops in South Carolina
Many enslaved South Carolina men earned their freedom through service.
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Historic figures Clara Barton, Harriett Tubman and Robert Smalls helped shape local history
It might be well known that South Carolina played a major part in the foundational elements of the Civil War, but Beaufort County, and especially Hilton Head and Bluffton, were pivotal players in the Union’s victory.
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School’s in
Penn School — located on St. Helena Island — was built and developed by Northern missionaries Laura M. Towne and Ellen Murray. It was among the initial schools opened as part of the movement to aid the difficult transition from slavery to freedom.
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Top Restaurants in Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort
The Lowcountry is buzzing with eateries and with so many choices, it can be overwhelming. We curated a list of the top restaurants to try out in Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort. These are a few of our favorites. Give them a try – We promise you won’t be disappointed. For current restaurant news, including…
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Exploring The Sea Islands of Beaufort County
Island secrets Story by Michele Roldán-Shaw + Illustrations by Maddie Batey There are hundreds of islands in Beaufort County, ranging from tiny unnamed scraps of high ground in the marsh to fully developed destinations like Hilton Head. Islands are by nature little worlds unto themselves, and as such they have long beckoned people to revision…
