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Hilton Head Island Secures Region Title with Dominant Win

Hilton Head Island, SC, October 27, 2025 News Summary Hilton Head Island Seahawks made a significant mark by defeating Colleton County 46-14, clinching their first region title since 2008. With outstanding...

Charleston beach with waves and safety warning signs during rip current advisory

Charleston Issues Rip Current Advisory Amid Storms

Charleston, SC, October 27, 2025 News Summary The National Weather Service has issued a rip current advisory for coastal South Carolina from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, warning beachgoers...

Law enforcement officers conducting a drug raid on Hilton Head Island

Two Men Arrested for Cocaine Distribution on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, October 26, 2025 News Summary Xavier Alexander Rosa-Cabrera and Rey-Agustin Zamora-Perez were arrested on Hilton Head Island for cocaine distribution following a months-long investigation by the Beaufort County...

Police officers conducting a drug trafficking investigation with evidence collected.

Cocaine Trafficking Arrests in Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, October 26, 2025 News Summary Two men, Xavier Alexander Rosa-Cabrera and Rey-Agustin Zamora-Perez, were arrested for cocaine trafficking on Hilton Head Island following an investigation by local and...

Law enforcement officers conducting a drug bust in Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island Sees Major Drug Bust

Hilton Head Island, October 26, 2025 News Summary A significant drug bust occurred in Hilton Head Island, resulting in the arrest of two men for cocaine trafficking. Xavier Alexander Rosa-Cabrera and...

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Jaylen Sneed Represents Hilton Head Island in College Football Playoff

Hilton Head Island, October 25, 2025 News Summary Jaylen Sneed, a standout linebacker from Hilton Head Island, will play for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the College Football Playoff national...

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Detroit Emerges as a Leading Affordability Hub in Luxury Real Estate Market

Detroit, October 25, 2025 News Summary Detroit is gaining recognition as an affordable luxury real estate market, ranking among the top 10 in the U.S. with an entry point of $721,625...

An ATV on a walking path illustrating a safety incident.

Critical ATV Accident Leaves Woman Injured on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, October 25, 2025 News Summary A serious ATV accident on Hilton Head Island resulted in critical injuries for a woman named Ashley Powers. The incident occurred on a...

Dry landscape depicting elevated fire risk in South Carolina

Fire Danger Alert Issued for Southeastern South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina, October 23, 2025 News Summary The National Weather Service has issued an elevated fire danger alert for southeastern South Carolina due to low humidity levels and gusty winds,...

BUSINESS

Beautiful Mediterranean-Style Residence

Mediterranean-Style Home Listed in West Columbia

News Summary A distinctive Mediterranean-style residence with 5,700 square feet of living space is on the market for $799,990 in West Columbia’s Quail Hollow neighborhood. Set on nearly an acre,...

Buck Mickel Center Acquisition

Spinx Company Acquires Buck Mickel Center from Greenville Tech

News Summary The Spinx Company has completed the acquisition of the Buck Mickel Center from Greenville Technical College for $5.25 million. The property, covering 4.76 acres, features a multistory office...

Gas station in Hilton Head Island with palm trees and blue skies

Gas Prices Rise on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, October 25, 2025 News Summary Gas prices on Hilton Head Island are currently impacting drivers as they adjust their budgets to rising costs. With the national average at...

A picturesque beach view of Hilton Head Island with hotels in the background.

Understanding Destination Marketing Fees on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, October 25, 2025 News Summary Hilton Head Island, a popular vacation spot, has a destination marketing fee that many guests may overlook. This optional charge varies among hotels...

Outdoor dining area at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Unveils Luxury Transformation

Hilton Head Island, SC, October 25, 2025 News Summary Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island has launched the next phase of its luxury transformation, featuring new dining options including Seacrest Restaurant &...

Earth Fare Liquidation Sale

Earth Fare Announces Closure of All Locations Nationwide

News Summary Earth Fare, the natural and organic supermarket chain, will close all 50 of its stores across the U.S., including six in South Carolina. This decision follows ongoing financial...

Small Business Owners in South Carolina

Federal Shutdown Disrupts Small Businesses in South Carolina

News Summary The ongoing federal government shutdown is impacting small businesses in South Carolina, blocking approximately $11 million in loans weekly from the Small Business Administration. This has left thousands...

Future Site of Longboat Key Restaurant

Stalled Plans for New Restaurant on Longboat Key

News Summary The Columbia Restaurant Group’s project for the Buccaneer Restaurant on Longboat Key remains unstarted nearly a decade after the purchase of the site. Despite hopes for a unique...

Beautiful oceanfront homes on Hilton Head Island at sunset.

Hilton Head Island Real Estate Thrives with Record Sales

Hilton Head Island, SC, October 22, 2025 News Summary Hilton Head Island, SC, is experiencing an unprecedented boom in real estate, highlighted by the sale of a custom-built oceanfront home for...

Events/What's Happening

Children participating in outdoor games, art workshops, and sports at a coastal summer camp on Hilton Head Island

Week 6 Summer Camp Highlights on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, SC, November 13, 2025 The sixth week of summer camps near Hilton Head Island brings a mix of outdoor adventures, creative workshops, and team-building games designed to promote...

Volunteers collecting litter on a Hilton Head Island beach with sand renourishment equipment working in the background.

Hilton Head Island Enhances Natural Beauty Despite Labor Challenges

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, November 13, 2025 Community-led efforts on Hilton Head Island have focused on preserving and enhancing the island’s natural landscapes despite a tight labor market. More than...

Community members at Bluffton golf tournament and gala raising funds for a children's hospital

Bluffton Community Raises $620,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Bluffton, South Carolina, November 12, 2025 Residents of Bluffton, South Carolina came together to raise $620,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through a combined golf tournament and evening gala. The...

Children playing soccer and basketball at a Hilton Head community field during youth sports practice

Former NFL Receiver Coaches Youth Sports in Hilton Head

Hilton Head, SC, November 12, 2025 Troy Williamson, a former University of South Carolina star and NFL wide receiver, now lives in Hilton Head, South Carolina, and dedicates his time to...

Families on Coligny Beach with Harbour Town Lighthouse visible in the distance

Hilton Head Island: Top Destination for Families and Girls’ Getaways

Hilton Head Island, SC, November 12, 2025 Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, has been recognized as an ideal destination for both young families and groups seeking a girls’ weekend. The island...

Parents browsing baby food aisle in a local store

Hilton Head Parents Share Safe Infant Feeding Tips

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, November 11, 2025 Parents on Hilton Head Island are collaborating to share practical advice on safe infant feeding, emphasizing trusted brands available in local stores to...

Caregiver checking baby formula label while measuring powdered formula in a kitchen

Hilton Head Families Increase Vigilance Over Baby Formula Safety

Hilton Head, SC, November 11, 2025 Families in Hilton Head are taking proactive steps to protect infants after nationwide testing found contaminants in many baby formulas. The FDA launched “Operation Stork...

Group of children building sandcastles and making shell crafts at a beach-themed summer camp on Hilton Head Island

Beach-Themed Summer Camp Week 4 on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, SC, November 10, 2025 Families near Hilton Head Island are preparing for Summer Camp Week 4, a kid-friendly program of beach-themed activities, team-building exercises, and educational play that...

Children playing games and doing crafts outdoors at a Hilton Head Island summer camp

Hilton Head Island Summer Camp Week 4 Offers Games, Crafts and Outdoor Adventures

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, November 10, 2025 Hilton Head Island’s Summer Camp Week 4 is underway, offering children a week of games, outdoor adventures and creative crafts designed to spark...

CRIME

Law enforcement officers conducting a drug raid on Hilton Head Island

Two Men Arrested for Cocaine Distribution on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, October 26, 2025 News Summary Xavier Alexander Rosa-Cabrera and Rey-Agustin Zamora-Perez were arrested on Hilton Head Island for cocaine distribution following a months-long investigation by the Beaufort County...

Police officers conducting a drug trafficking investigation with evidence collected.

Cocaine Trafficking Arrests in Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, October 26, 2025 News Summary Two men, Xavier Alexander Rosa-Cabrera and Rey-Agustin Zamora-Perez, were arrested for cocaine trafficking on Hilton Head Island following an investigation by local and...

Law enforcement officers conducting a drug bust in Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island Sees Major Drug Bust

Hilton Head Island, October 26, 2025 News Summary A significant drug bust occurred in Hilton Head Island, resulting in the arrest of two men for cocaine trafficking. Xavier Alexander Rosa-Cabrera and...

Families enjoying a park in Hilton Head, SC

Lawsuit Filed Against Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office

Hilton Head, South Carolina, October 16, 2025 News Summary A federal lawsuit has been filed against the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office and former Deputy Master Sgt. William ‘Billy’ Squires following an...

Neighborhood discussion scene in Hilton Head regarding law enforcement accountability

Federal Lawsuit Filed After Gunpoint Incident in Hilton Head

Hilton Head, October 16, 2025 News Summary Laquesha L. Habersham has filed a federal lawsuit against former Beaufort County Deputy William “Billy” Squires after he allegedly threatened her son and two...

Emergency responders at the scene of the shooting at Willie’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island.

Tragic Shooting at Willie’s Bar and Grill Claims Four Lives

St. Helena Island, South Carolina, October 13, 2025 News Summary A shooting at Willie’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island resulted in four fatalities and numerous injuries during a high...

Residents discussing safety concerns in Hilton Head neighborhood

Former Deputy Fired After Pointing Gun at Teens in Hilton Head

Hilton Head, October 11, 2025 News Summary A former deputy with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office was fired after a shocking incident where he allegedly pointed a gun at a group...

Room at a care facility with an empty chair and a revolver on the table.

82-Year-Old Woman Charged with Murdering Husband in Care Facility

Hilton Head Island, S.C., October 11, 2025 News Summary Harriet Kay Recker, an 82-year-old woman, has been charged with the premeditated murder of her husband, Dennis Recker, in a Hilton Head...

Police officers in a neighborhood

Deputy Fired After Unsettling Gun Incident with Teenagers in Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, October 8, 2025 News Summary A Beaufort County Sheriff’s deputy has been terminated after a troubling incident involving the pointing of a gun at teenagers in Hilton Head...

POLITICS

A community center for survivors of domestic violence providing legal assistance.

Congresswoman Mace Secures $500,000 Grant for Domestic Violence Support

Charleston, SC, October 21, 2025 News Summary Congresswoman Nancy Mace has announced a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for Hopeful Horizons to enhance legal services for survivors of...

Scene of a neighborhood dispute with police interaction

Former Master Sergeant Sued for Holding Teenagers at Gunpoint

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, October 17, 2025 News Summary William P. Squires, a former Beaufort County Master Sergeant, faces a lawsuit after allegedly pointing a loaded pistol at unarmed teenagers...

A community event in Hilton Head Island, showcasing natural beauty.

South Carolina’s Growth Highlighted at State of the Region Luncheon

Hilton Head Island, SC, October 16, 2025 News Summary At the 29th Annual State of the Region luncheon on Hilton Head Island, Governor Henry McMaster celebrated South Carolina’s significant economic growth...

Residents at a town council meeting regarding short-term rentals in Hilton Head

Hilton Head Council Rejects Short-Term Rental Moratorium

Hilton Head, September 20, 2025 News Summary Residents of Hilton Head recently attended a town council meeting where a proposed moratorium on short-term rentals, timeshares, and subdivisions was rejected. The council’s...

Scenic view of residential homes in Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island Council Discusses Short-Term Rental Moratorium

Hilton Head Island, September 18, 2025 News Summary The Hilton Head Island Town Council is considering a moratorium on new short-term rental properties due to rising community concerns. The proposed pause...

Legislators cooking at a dinner event focused on affordable housing

Legislators Address Affordable Housing Crisis in Hilton Head

Hilton Head Island, SC, September 10, 2025 News Summary A recent cooking event in Hilton Head brought together Charleston Representative JA Moore and Hilton Head Representative Jeff Bradley to discuss the...

Community members gathered at a town hall meeting discussing political issues.

Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette Announces Governor Bid in Hilton Head

Hilton Head, SC, September 5, 2025 News Summary Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette has formally declared her intention to run for governor in South Carolina during a town hall meeting in Hilton...

Tourists enjoying a sunny beach on U.S. islands

U.S. Islands Experience Record Tourism Growth

Long Island, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, September 3, 2025 News Summary U.S. islands, including Long Island, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, saw unprecedented tourism growth in 2024. Long...

Council discussing short-term rental moratorium with community members.

Hilton Head Council Debates Short-Term Rental Moratorium Amid Community Concerns

Hilton Head, SC, August 30, 2025 News Summary The Hilton Head Council is discussing a potential temporary moratorium on new short-term rentals in response to growing community frustrations. Residents are concerned...

SPORTS

Children participating in outdoor games, art workshops, and sports at a coastal summer camp on Hilton Head Island

Week 6 Summer Camp Highlights on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, SC, November 13, 2025 The sixth week of summer camps near Hilton Head Island brings a mix of outdoor adventures, creative workshops, and team-building games designed to promote...

Community members at Bluffton golf tournament and gala raising funds for a children's hospital

Bluffton Community Raises $620,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Bluffton, South Carolina, November 12, 2025 Residents of Bluffton, South Carolina came together to raise $620,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through a combined golf tournament and evening gala. The...

Children playing soccer and basketball at a Hilton Head community field during youth sports practice

Former NFL Receiver Coaches Youth Sports in Hilton Head

Hilton Head, SC, November 12, 2025 Troy Williamson, a former University of South Carolina star and NFL wide receiver, now lives in Hilton Head, South Carolina, and dedicates his time to...

Diverse group of children and coaches doing passing and running drills on a sunny field, smiling and learning teamwork

Hilton Head Families Learn Perseverance Through Sports with Grambling State Coaches

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, November 9, 2025 Families on Hilton Head Island spent a day with coaches from Grambling State University in a hands-on sports and mentoring event. Coaches led...

Children and coach doing team drills on a grassy field on Hilton Head Island

Grambling State Coach Leads Youth Sports Event on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, November 9, 2025 A Grambling State University coach led a youth sports event on Hilton Head Island focused on teamwork and mutual encouragement. Local children from...

Diverse group of children doing soccer and rugby drills on a grassy field near Hilton Head beach with coaches and families watching

Hilton Head Island Youth Sports Programs Foster Teamwork and Fitness

Hilton Head Island, SC, October 31, 2025 Hilton Head Island’s youth sports programs offer a wide range of seasonal activities that encourage teamwork, skill development, and healthy habits. The Island Recreation...

Footage of a football match between Colleton County Cougars and Hilton Head Island Seahawks.

Colleton County Faces Hilton Head Island in Crucial Matchup

Hilton Head Island, October 23, 2025 News Summary The Colleton County Cougars are set to face the Hilton Head Island Seahawks in a crucial matchup this Friday at 7:30 p.m. As...

High school football players in action on the field during a game

Hilton Head High School Football Player of the Week Voting Open

News Summary Voting is now underway for The Island Packet’s High School Football Player of the Week in Hilton Head. Fans can cast their votes until Friday at noon for...

Professional golfer interacting with a young fan at a waterfront golf event on Hilton Head Island

Patrick Cantlay Delights Young Fan at Hilton Head Event

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, October 20, 2025 PGA Tour star Patrick Cantlay recently met a 5-year-old fan at a community event near Hilton Head Island, creating a warm moment that...

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