Bluffton seeks feedback from residents for wetland rules
The Town of Bluffton is asking residents, property owners and others for feedback on its proposed updates to its wetland rules and comments are accepted through March 2. Wetlands are an important part of the environment, and the Town of Bluffton wants its citizens to offer feedback on the updates being proposed to...
Bluffton man convicted of selling fentanyl on Hilton Head Island
The 14th Judicial Circuit Solicitor's Office announced Jan. 29 that a 46-year-old Bluffton man with a "long history of drug offenses" has been convicted of a drug charge stemming from a controlled purchase on Hilton Head Island. A Beaufort County General Sessions Court jury found Danardis Quaviel Mitchell, 46,...
Kenny B’s has permanently closed near Hilton Head. Here’s what we know
Kenny B’s French Quarter Cafe, a longtime Hilton Head restaurant known for its New Orleans–style cooking and festive Creole atmosphere, has permanently closed. The restaurant first opened in January 1999 at 70 Pope Avenue, becoming a go-to destination for locals and visitors seeking Cajun seafood and Southern...
Mini therapy horse at Memorial’s Children’s Hospital greets young patients
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — It is not every day that young patients at Memorial’s Children’s Hospital get furry visitors, let alone a horse. Rascal, a 9-year-old miniature horse, visited young patients at Memorial’s Children’s Hospital on Friday to bring joy to them and their families. “I think that everybody is excited...
South Carolina-Georgia Quake Alert: Coastline Rattled by Rare Earthquake Activity Late Saturday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. CHARLESTON, S.C. — A magnitude 2.9 earthquake struck late Saturday near Centerville, South Carolina, rattling parts of the coastline. The tremors were felt in cities along the South Carolina and Georgia...
Driver arrested after hitting multiple cars on Coconut Drive
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) -A driver was arrested after crashing into multiple vehicles on Coconut Drive Friday night, Savannah Police said. A police officer on scene says the car drove through the neighborhood, hitting many other cars. No one was hurt in the incident. Savannah Police have not released additional details...
Council votes 4 to 1 to move sand mine proposal forward
As large signs reading “No Rezone, No Sand Mine” were waved throughout Jasper County Council chambers Feb. 2, council proceeded to vote 4 to 1 in favor of two of three readings to move a proposed sand mine forward. A sand mine is a site where sand is...
HHI Windows and Doors Announces New Showroom Grand Opening
BLUFFTON, SC - February 06, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - HHI Windows and Doors announced the opening of its newly renovated showroom—an experience-driven space for homeowners, builders, and design professionals. â. The showroom, located at 32 Malphrus Rd, Unit 117, Bluffton, SC 29910, will be open to the...
Savannah Arts Academy walkout targets ICE after Minnesota fatalities
The line of Savannah Arts Academy students marching around Tiedeman Park across from the school was so long, that the chants were broken into sections, since they couldn't hear Lupita Carillo-Trujilo's megaphone at the front. Among those chants were "NO HATE, NO FEAR, ICE HAS NO BUSINESS HERE," at the front, and "HEY...
Tybee Island police seek two suspects in elderly theft case
TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. (WTOC) -Tybee Island police are searching for two suspects in a fraud case involving tens of thousands of dollars stolen from two elderly victims. Detectives have already made two arrests in the case and are asking for the public’s help in locating the remaining suspects. Ami...
