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National Weather Service confirms tornadoes on Edisto Island, Moncks Corner
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The National Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes connected to Tropical Storm Debby Tuesday evening and are looking at other areas of interest in the Lowcountry. Officials said the first tornado happened on Edisto Island and was on the ground for around 10 minutes. They rated it...
Edisto Island tornado rips roof off, thrown 50 yards
EDISTO ISLAND, S.C. (WCSC) - The National Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes touched down in Moncks Corner and Edisto Island from Tropical Storm Debby, causing irreplaceable damage to those who call these areas home. Officials said the first tornado happened on Edisto Island and was on the ground for around...
First Friday
Charlie O’Grady, 4, and her mom, Annabel, both from Hilton Head Island, pick out supplies for school offered by the Beaufort County Traveling Preschool Bus during the First Friday Back to School Bash on Friday, August 2, 2024, in downtown Beaufort. Amber Hewitt/The Island News.
Lowcountry Lowdown
By the time you read this, it should be raining. At least, that’s what the national weather service forecasters are saying as this column is being written on Sunday. Tropical Storm Debby, (it’s still a tropical storm at this point) is expected to bring as much as 18 to 24 inches of rain to this part of the Lowcountry, which is certainly nothing to sneeze about. Gov. Henry McMaster, not one to dilly-dally when an emergency is at hand, has already declared a State Of Emergency which means the state will be standing in line for any federal dollars out there for storm repairs.
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Completes First Phase of Renovation
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC. – (August 6, 2024) – Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island recently completed phase one of a comprehensive resort renovation program, unveiling its 340 redesigned guestrooms during a July 9th “Find the Light”-themed ribbon-cutting celebration. Inspired by the island’s natural beauty, guestrooms now feature several stylish upgrades and enhancements, serving as a serene backdrop for a breathtaking island escape.
Mrs. Shirley Nabors
Mrs. Shirley Nabors passed away peacefully July 10 at her home in Hilton Head, S.C., under the care of her family and Crescent Hospice. Shirley now rests in the arms of our Lord and is reunited with her late husband Richard Nabors, daughter Kim Nabors and much-loved family and friends who have gone before her.
Bluffton assisting residents due to Tropical Storm Debby flooding
The Town of Bluffton has seen about 13 inches of rain as of Wednesday afternoon and more was expected within the next 24 hours. "The grounds are already saturated, and the community still needs to take precautions," a representative for the town said Wednesday. Town leaders and staff have been...
Back to the gridiron grind
Heavy rain brought by Debby put things on ice for a few days, but high school football season has arrived in the Lowcountry. Teams from around the region converged Thursday, Aug. 1, at FWDG Furniture in Beaufort for the annual WHHI-TV High School Football Media Day, one day before S.C. High School League programs were permitted to begin preseason practice.
National Weather Service confirms tornado touched down on Lady’s Island
LADY’S ISLAND, S.C. (WTOC) - The National Weather Service confirms a tornado touched down on Lady’s Island Monday night. The NWS says it was an EF0 tornado that touched down as Tropical Storm Debby pushed through the area. No further information has been released at this time.
Letters to the Editor
Republican Vice Presidential candidate J.D. Vance has taken a lot of flack for his “childless cat ladies” comment. Then, in an incredibly awkward attempt at damage control, Vance argued that Democrats are “anti-family.” A simple examination of the facts shows just how completely absurd Vance’s statement is. A few examples …
Weather agency confirms twisters on Edisto Island, Moncks Corner
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The National Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes connected to Tropical Storm Debby on Tuesday evening and are looking at other areas of interest in the Lowcountry. Officials said the first tornado happened on Edisto Island and was on the ground for around 10 minutes. They rated...
Patricia Farrell
Hilton Head Island, S.C. – Patricia (Teena) Rider Farrell passed away peacefully on July 17, 2024, surrounded by friends and family. Originally from Wheeling, West Virginia, Teena lived in Parkersburg West Virginia where she taught elementary school for many years before moving to Hilton Head, South Carolina, in 1994.
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