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Meet the Island Packet’s new service journalism reporter

Hayden Davis would love to hear from you and answer questions you have about life in Hilton Head and greater Beaufort County.
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She’s the incumbent, he’s the challenger. Their plans for Beaufort Co. council

Incumbent Paula Brown and challenger Kraig Gordon are seeking the Republican nomination for the Beaufort County Council ...
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Swastika graffiti on Hilton Head being taken ‘very seriously’ by private community

A property manager for Spanish Wells said emails were sent to the “entire community” asking for help identifying the vandal.
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Why 62% of Americans lower their eco-values on vacation

SmartLifeCo reports that most American travelers hold themselves to a lower environmental standard on vacation than at home.
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Senior prank disaster in Bluffton involved 85 students, but 3 were ‘main offenders,’ police say

A newly obtained police report from the Bluffton Police Department outlines the actions of those three students and how they ...
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Primary election day is next week. Here’s much money Beaufort Co. sheriff campaigns raised

A photo illustration of campaign signs for Beaufort County Sheriff Doug Seifert and JoJo Woodward, the Republican candidates in the June 9 statewide primary. The winner will be the party’s candidate ...
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6 European cities for a weeklong stay

EF Go Ahead Tours reports on six European cities ideal for weeklong stays, emphasizing the deeper connections and experiences ...