Beaufort’s balloon release ban is SC’s first. Meet the Harbor Island woman behind it

To Jenn Clementoni, the release of latex or plastic balloons to honor a loved one or mark an achievement is littering, plain and simple.

Even if it’s done in celebration, master naturalist and Harbor Island resident Clementoni said she thinks it should be against the law.

Now balloon releases are illegal in Beaufort, thanks in no small part to Clementoni’s persistence, compassion for wildlife and community advocacy…

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