https://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/two-bodies-were-pulled-from-two-different2026-09-03https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a99b741f6895b7b45a048f8_1788458831316.pngThe Island PacketTwo bodies were pulled from two different Beaufort County waterways in the span of just a few hours on Aug. 30, 2026. Here's what we know.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a99b741f6895b7b45a048f8_1788458831316.mp42026-09-03T18:07:11.734Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-largest-container-ship-to-arrive-at-the-port2026-09-03https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a99b730622bd4f82921ca22_1788458813499.pngThe Island PacketThe largest container ship to arrive at the Port of Savannah, the Marco Polo, arrived on May 26, 2021.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a99b730622bd4f82921ca22_1788458813499.mp42026-09-03T18:06:53.932Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/watch-beaufort-bluffton-police-pull-man-out-of2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2fe5014b74680691a01f_1787768826438.pngThe Island PacketWatch Beaufort, Bluffton police pull man out of burning car seconds before it's too late. Staff Sgt. Brian Kaase of the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office and Officer Azahel Young of the Bluffton Police Department received high honors for saving the life of a man who was trapped in his burning car after a crash the morning of Sept. 22, 2024, on May River Road in Bluffton, South Carolina. Dashcam video showed the two men removing the driver from the vehicle seconds before the entire car was engulfed in flames. #southcarolina #hiltonhead #BeaufortCountyhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2fe5014b74680691a01f_1787768826438.mp42026-08-26T18:27:07.04Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/drone-video-shows-port-royals-boardwalk-status2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2fc57561e0737015e92a_1787768788360.pngThe Island PacketDrone video shows Port Royal's boardwalk status after Tropical Storm Helene The Henry Robinson Boardwalk took a significant hit from Tropical Storm Helene drone videos shows taken on Oct. 1, 2024, four days after the storm blew through Beaufort County. #hurricanehelene #beaufortcounty #southcarolina #hiltonheadislandhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2fc57561e0737015e92a_1787768788360.mp42026-08-26T18:26:28.888Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-40th-annual-hilton-head-island-st-patricks2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f850269c6f0e329539b_1787768778986.pngThe Island PacketThe 40th annual Hilton Head Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade took place on March 15, 2026, with Diane Reilley as the 2025 Grand Marshall.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f850269c6f0e329539b_1787768778986.mp42026-08-26T18:26:19.406Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/to-catch-a-criminal-call-a-library-from-1995-to2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f85e44de43a0dd01a22_1787768778842.pngThe Island PacketTo catch a criminal, call a library: From 1995 to 2003, an unknown attacker raped or attempted to rape 13 girls and women in and around Spartanburg, South Carolina. The trail was cold until a librarian came on the case. Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #spartanburg #sccrime #coldcase #truecrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f85e44de43a0dd01a22_1787768778842.mp42026-08-26T18:26:19.206Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/susan-smith-who-drowned-her-two-sons-michael-32026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f83bc48ea820db9c8c8_1787768775850.pngThe Island PacketSusan Smith, who drowned her two sons, Michael, 3, and Alex, 14 months, in 1994 by rolling her car into a lake, appeared before the parole board on Wednesday, Nov. 20, to argue for her freedom after 30 years in prison. #southcarolina #susansmith #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f83bc48ea820db9c8c8_1787768775850.mp42026-08-26T18:26:16.423Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/i-dreamed-big-i-worked-hard-and-i-never-lost-hope2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f89bc1cc34fbc7bd781_1787768772956.pngThe Island Packet“I dreamed big, I worked hard and I never lost hope,” Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, Jaime Harrison, said during his speech at the Democratic National Convention on its first night in Chicago, IL. #DNC #DemocraticNationalConvention #chicago #southcarolina #DemocraticNationalCommittee #JaimeHarrisonhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f89bc1cc34fbc7bd781_1787768772956.mp42026-08-26T18:26:13.556Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/congresswoman-nancy-mace-accused-south-carolina2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f84b692c7b583d9aa66_1787768769574.pngThe Island PacketCongresswoman Nancy Mace accused South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson of delaying investigation of rape, sex trafficking and illegal photographing. #southcarolina #scpolitics #nancymace #alanwilsonhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f84b692c7b583d9aa66_1787768769574.mp42026-08-26T18:26:10.094Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/principal-steve-schidrich-gives-a-tour-on-march2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7faec165e3174a3441_1787768767356.pngThe Island PacketPrincipal Steve Schidrich gives a tour on March 26, 2026, of the newest addition to the Beaufort County School District, the first phase of the brand new Hilton Head Island High School.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7faec165e3174a3441_1787768767356.mp42026-08-26T18:26:08.044Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/lisa-morris-submitted-this-video-of-her-black-lab2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f950d277dd4d5e42cab_1787768767398.pngThe Island PacketLisa Morris submitted this video of her Black Lab 'Emily' playing on Harbor Island, S.C. in July, 2025. At only 2 1/2 years old, Emily died on Jan. 1, 2026, after ingesting a baited fish hook on the same island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f950d277dd4d5e42cab_1787768767398.mp42026-08-26T18:26:07.97Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolinas-melody-mcfadden-addressed-gun2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f86e2a71b2fd648cb41_1787768767382.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina’s Melody McFadden addressed gun violence and shared her niece’s story in a speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, IL. #DNC #DemocraticNationalConvention #melodymcfadden #chicago #southcarolina #myrtlebeachhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f86e2a71b2fd648cb41_1787768767382.mp42026-08-26T18:26:07.748Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-gov-henry-mcmaster-discusses-the2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f86f1fb08be3685c032_1787768764037.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster discusses the increased death toll and flooding in the state. SC will see more flooding post Hurricane Helene. #southcarolina #sc #hurricanehelene #henrymcmaster #scfloodinghttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f86f1fb08be3685c032_1787768764037.mp42026-08-26T18:26:04.447Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/during-a-speech-at-the-us-house-south-carolina2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8bae140d745a349c30_1787768762273.pngThe Island PacketDuring a speech at the U.S. House, South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace details allegations against her ex-fiance of rape, sex trafficking and nonconsensual photos and videos of women and underage girls. #southcarolina #ushouse #nancymace #scpoliticshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8bae140d745a349c30_1787768762273.mp42026-08-26T18:26:03.536Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/david-smith-the-ex-husband-of-susan-smith-spoke2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8593b8c94ccdf6b9f5_1787768762271.pngThe Island PacketDavid Smith, the ex-husband of Susan Smith, spoke in strong opposition to her parole during a hearing on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. He made an emotional plea to the parole board, urging them to deny her release. #susansmith #davidsmith #southcarolina #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8593b8c94ccdf6b9f5_1787768762271.mp42026-08-26T18:26:03.524Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/richard-moore-was-sentenced-to-death-in-2001-by-a2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7f42510cc86412fc8e_1787768762067.pngThe Island PacketRichard Moore was sentenced to death in 2001 by a nearly all-white jury for a robbery gone bad following a trial that lasted less than a week. As the execution looms, supporters asking was justice done? Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #sc #richardmoore #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7f42510cc86412fc8e_1787768762067.mp42026-08-26T18:26:03.312Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/parole-denied-for-susan-smith-30-years-after-she2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f89e5cdb2e72c5af557_1787768762330.pngThe Island PacketParole denied for Susan Smith, 30 years after she killed her sons Michael and Alex. The parole board unanimously rejected her request during a hearing on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. #susansmith #southcarolina #sccrime #truecrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f89e5cdb2e72c5af557_1787768762330.mp42026-08-26T18:26:03.198Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/john-quagliariello-from-the-national-weather2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f82affb08b69c3cc616_1787768762068.pngThe Island PacketJohn Quagliariello from The National Weather Service discusses Hurricane Milton and how it will effect South Carolina during a presser on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. #southcarolina #hurricanemilton #hurricanehelene #thenationalweatherservicehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f82affb08b69c3cc616_1787768762068.mp42026-08-26T18:26:03.107Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/were-going-forward-on-reproductive-rights-sen2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f81a3e7b7ff9e7c614c_1787768761893.pngThe Island Packet‘We’re going forward on reproductive rights,’ Sen. Margie Bright Matthews said as South Carolina delegates casted 65 votes for Kamala Harris. SC’s Musical Salute: Get Up I Feel Like Being A S*x Machine - James Brown Fun fact: James Brown is from Barnwell, SC #southcarolina #sc #dnc #democraticnationalconvention #jamesbrown #kamalaharrishttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f81a3e7b7ff9e7c614c_1787768761893.mp42026-08-26T18:26:02.799Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-south-carolina-supreme-court-is-set-to-take2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f80296662147da2b31b_1787768761890.pngThe Island PacketThe South Carolina Supreme Court is set to take up convicted double-murderer Alex Murdaugh’s appeal. The order released Tuesday means that the five justices who make up the state’s highest court will bypass the appeals court and directly take up the question of whether Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill prejudiced the jury during Murdaugh’s trial in the winter and spring of 2023. #alexmurdaugh #sc #southcarolina #scsupremecourt #beckyhill #colletoncountyhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f80296662147da2b31b_1787768761890.mp42026-08-26T18:26:02.771Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/daniel-kirchberg-and-his-wife-mary-ann-want-to2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8c9c0d39ead2fb0626_1787768761971.pngThe Island PacketDaniel Kirchberg and his wife Mary Ann want to build a hydrotherapy pool in their backyard so the couple can use it to exercise and build up strength. In this interview on April 27, 2026, on Hilton Head Island, Kirchberg explains that a live oak tree stands in their way.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8c9c0d39ead2fb0626_1787768761971.mp42026-08-26T18:26:02.758Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/robert-f-kennedy-jr-chose-to-run-as-an2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f84dad9240d362e33b2_1787768762071.pngThe Island PacketRobert F Kennedy Jr. chose to run as an Independent. In SC he got over 18,000 signatures to be on the ballot as the Alliance Party nominee. But will he still be in the ballot after dropping out? #election2024 #rfkjr #schttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f84dad9240d362e33b2_1787768762071.mp42026-08-26T18:26:02.738Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-first-person-to-be-convicted-in-federal-court2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f83bc866c5e896aab77_1787768759570.pngThe Island PacketThe first person to be convicted in federal court of murdering someone because of their gender identity has been sentenced to life in prison by a South Carolina federal judge. #southcarolina #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f83bc866c5e896aab77_1787768759570.mp42026-08-26T18:25:59.972Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-greenville-county-inmate-will-be-the-first2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f87e18f0d3876a1d491_1787768758784.pngThe Island PacketA Greenville County inmate will be the first person to face execution in South Carolina since 2011. Freddie Eugene Owens, 46, was ordered to be executed on Sept. 20 after spending more than 20 years on death row, the South Carolina Department of Corrections announced. Owens was served with the order Friday evening. #southcarolina #sc #greenvillecounty #scdeathpenalty #deathpenaltyhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f87e18f0d3876a1d491_1787768758784.mp42026-08-26T18:25:59.565Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/susan-smith-murdered-her-sons-michael-3-and-alex2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7e9961c68233c49e97_1787768758778.pngThe Island PacketSusan Smith murdered her sons Michael, 3, and Alex, 14 months, in 1994 when she let a car with the boys roll into a lake. Prosecutors said Smith was trying to start a new relationship with a man who did not want children. Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #susansmith #sccrime #crime #truecrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7e9961c68233c49e97_1787768758778.mp42026-08-26T18:25:59.292Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/muhammad-ali-three-time-world-heavyweight2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f85a36c968ce3bb7043_1787768758776.pngThe Island PacketMuhammad Ali, three-time world heavyweight champion, came to Hilton Head in 1988, to receive medical care from a controversial doctor for alternative care for his Parkinson’s disease.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f85a36c968ce3bb7043_1787768758776.mp42026-08-26T18:25:59.088Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/bluffton-resident-catherine-warrington-50-was2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f87e7198d4595c696a3_1787768754639.pngThe Island PacketBluffton resident Catherine Warrington, 50, was walking out of a dinner party with Hilton Head resident David Duffey, 62, on Feb. 19, 2026, when both were fatally shot by Dustin Linsley, according to police.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f87e7198d4595c696a3_1787768754639.mp42026-08-26T18:25:55.745Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-county-sc-continues-to-experience-damage2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8af6a853631adc1b56_1787768754638.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort County, SC continues to experience damage, flooding, and downed trees due to the strong winds from Hurricane Helene. #BeaufortCounty #southcarolina #hurricanehelene #hiltonheadislandhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8af6a853631adc1b56_1787768754638.mp42026-08-26T18:25:55.541Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/video-taken-by-bluffton-sc-resident-alex-weber2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f87b6c0bc768929744a_1787768754644.pngThe Island PacketVideo taken by Bluffton, SC resident Alex Weber shows the Space X rocket on the morning of March 4, 2026.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f87b6c0bc768929744a_1787768754644.mp42026-08-26T18:25:55.541Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/in-a-report-released-before-the-march-9-2026-town2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f83280db043f789f440_1787768754432.pngThe Island PacketIn a report released before the March 9, 2026, Town of Hilton Head Island Community Development and Public Services Committee, shows that the town continues to make advances in safety for pedestrians and bicyclists on the island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f83280db043f789f440_1787768754432.mp42026-08-26T18:25:55.108Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/video-shows-tropical-storm-debbys-heavy-rain-in2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f866f929ed97d991122_1787768754257.pngThe Island PacketVideo shows Tropical Storm Debby’s heavy rain in the Alljoy area in Bluffton and Beaufort’s Historic District on Monday, Aug. 5. #bluffton #southcarolina #beaufortsc #tropicalstormdebby #alljoysc #hiltonheadislandhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f866f929ed97d991122_1787768754257.mp42026-08-26T18:25:54.794Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/video-submitted-to-the-newspaper-shows-navy2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f89b2bee07f7aa04331_1787768754269.pngThe Island PacketVideo submitted to the newspaper shows Navy helicopters training over Port Royal Plantation in Feb. 2026, on Hilton Head Island. More information: https://www.islandpacket.com/news/local/article314727482.htmlhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f89b2bee07f7aa04331_1787768754269.mp42026-08-26T18:25:54.669Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-governor-henry-mcmaster-discusses2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8739b3a39abe7007f9_1787768754257.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina Governor Henry McMaster discusses the possibility of Hurricane Milton effecting the state during his presser on Monday, October 7. #southcarolina #henrymcmaster #hurricanemilton #hurricanehelenehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8739b3a39abe7007f9_1787768754257.mp42026-08-26T18:25:54.628Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/found-dead-in-a-crawlspace-beaufort-county2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f85c9287a3715799f45_1787768749323.pngThe Island PacketFound dead in a crawlspace, Beaufort County Coroner David Ott explains on Aug. 27, 2024 at the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Headquarters how Stanley Kotowski, 60, of Massachusetts died on Hilton Head Island. #hiltonheadisland #hiltonhead #BeaufortCounty #hiltonheadcrime #southcarolinahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f85c9287a3715799f45_1787768749323.mp42026-08-26T18:25:49.7Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolinas-death-penalty-law-is-unevenly2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f87a9b068caabfc3c57_1787768749320.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina’s death penalty law is unevenly applied. Some horrific killers get life sentences, while those who commit unplanned killings are executed. Is it justice? Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #sc #deathpenalty #richardmoore #alexmurdaugh #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f87a9b068caabfc3c57_1787768749320.mp42026-08-26T18:25:49.661Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/in-a-timelapse-video-hilton-head-island-land2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f86d7015966536b84e3_1787768742907.pngThe Island PacketIn a timelapse video, Hilton Head Island Land Trust Eagle Nest Cam shows pair of Eagles named George and Gracie on Hilton Head with their first egg on Jan. 3, 2025, in South Carolina. #southcarolina #scwildlife #hiltonheadisland #hiltonhead #hiltonheadwildlife #scwildlifehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f86d7015966536b84e3_1787768742907.mp42026-08-26T18:25:44.042Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/as-a-group-in-beaufort-romped-in-the-fresh-snow2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8407b0bc82e9a51c94_1787768742905.pngThe Island PacketAs a group in Beaufort romped in the fresh snow after a rare winter storm, a local alligator sat motionless in an icy pond less than 50 feet away. The gator was in a state of brumation, similar to hibernation in mammals. Read all the details at the link in our bio. ✍️ Evan McKenna 📹️ Ginger Wareham #alligator #southcarolina #hiltonhead #snowhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8407b0bc82e9a51c94_1787768742905.mp42026-08-26T18:25:43.842Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/what-was-typically-a-parking-lot-at-port-royals2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f812561bc2b0af52da2_1787768742706.pngThe Island PacketWhat was typically a parking lot at Port Royal’s Sands Beach was seen inundated with ocean water at 2 p.m. Thursday, October 10, 2024. Two weeks after Helene eroded portions of the public beach, high tides Thursday afternoon and early Friday were expected to force more water into the area during potential storm surge from Hurricane Milton. #portroyal #southcarolina #hiltonhead #hurricanehelene #hurricanemiltonhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f812561bc2b0af52da2_1787768742706.mp42026-08-26T18:25:43.448Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/chrysti-shain-director-of-communications-for-the2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f821096f44a8842d4b0_1787768742694.pngThe Island PacketChrysti Shain, director of communications for the S.C. Department of Corrections, confirmed Freddie Owens was executed by lethal injection Friday evening, September 20, 2024 for the killing of a Greenville County mother of three, becoming the first first person executed in South Carolina in 13 years. ✍️ Ted Clifford Read more in the link in bio. #sc #deathrow #executionhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f821096f44a8842d4b0_1787768742694.mp42026-08-26T18:25:43.018Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/historical-photos-show-when-martin-luther-king-jr2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f839733603d5aa0b834_1787768741538.pngThe Island PacketHistorical photos show when Martin Luther King Jr., lead a Southern Christian Leadership Conference staff workshop, that included Rev. Jesse Jackson, at the Penn Center on St. Helena Island in 1966.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f839733603d5aa0b834_1787768741538.mp42026-08-26T18:25:42.183Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-county-sheriff-pj-tanner-reveals-that2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8261868c09f0e2bb6e_1787768741636.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort County Sheriff PJ Tanner reveals that the families of the boys held at gunpoint by one of his deputies, Master Sgt. William “Billy” Squires, have refused to participate in the investigation at the press conference held on Oct. 3, 2025, in Beaufort.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8261868c09f0e2bb6e_1787768741636.mp42026-08-26T18:25:42.047Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/high-winds-from-tropical-storm-helene-whip-across2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8908eeb6293db379e3_1787768741178.pngThe Island PacketHigh Winds from Tropical Storm Helene whip across the Beaufort River near the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Friday morning. #southcarolina #hiltonhead #beaufortcounty #hurricanehelenehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8908eeb6293db379e3_1787768741178.mp42026-08-26T18:25:42.005Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/tropical-storm-debby-has-caused-flooding-on-the2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f81382b0b3b1db1a528_1787768741447.pngThe Island PacketTropical Storm Debby has caused flooding on the South Carolina and Georgia coasts. The bridge that connects Levy, SC to Savannah, GA was closed due to the storm. #sc #ga #debby #floodinghttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f81382b0b3b1db1a528_1787768741447.mp42026-08-26T18:25:41.906Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/video-on-jan-31-2026-shows-whipping-winds-and2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f855e7f5f7b0a70599c_1787768741087.pngThe Island PacketVideo on Jan. 31, 2026, shows whipping winds and snow while driving over one of Beaufort County's longest bridges, the Broad River bridge.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f855e7f5f7b0a70599c_1787768741087.mp42026-08-26T18:25:41.606Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-governor-mcmaster-announces-two2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f82e87e4fd500919b69_1787768740001.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina Governor McMaster announces two new deaths from Hurricane Helene making the total death toll 41 in the state. Visit our website for all of our coverage of Hurricane Helene. #hurricane #helene #sc #southcarolinahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f82e87e4fd500919b69_1787768740001.mp42026-08-26T18:25:40.914Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/local-artists-participating-in-the-chalk-it-up2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f846dc5f9fe0b18acc0_1787768740153.pngThe Island PacketLocal artists participating in the Chalk It Up! Beaufort, SC sidewalk chalk contest sponsored by Freedman Arts District this March 27-29, 2026 in downtown Beaufort.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f846dc5f9fe0b18acc0_1787768740153.mp42026-08-26T18:25:40.897Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/richard-moore-who-killed-a-spartanburg-store2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f859ce3904c8e6c322a_1787768739970.pngThe Island PacketRichard Moore, who killed a Spartanburg store clerk while committing a robbery, is next in line for a state execution. It will be an unusually controversial death penalty. #southcarolina #scexecution #richardmoore #spartanburghttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f859ce3904c8e6c322a_1787768739970.mp42026-08-26T18:25:40.713Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-nighttime-beach-walk-on-folly-field-beach2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f81d0c5dea037a7dd32_1787768740043.pngThe Island PacketA nighttime beach walk on Folly Field Beach reveals snow accumulating on its beach during Jan. 31, 2026, on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f81d0c5dea037a7dd32_1787768740043.mp42026-08-26T18:25:40.593Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/tropical-storm-debbys-rains-caused-severe2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8a8328e56ab797e8d8_1787768739883.pngThe Island PacketTropical Storm Debby’s rains caused severe flooding in low lying areas in the Hilton Head Island area in Beaufort County, S.C. as seen this morning, Aug. 6. Click the link in our bio to see live updates throughout the storm. 🎥 Drew Martin | Karl Pucketthttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8a8328e56ab797e8d8_1787768739883.mp42026-08-26T18:25:40.521Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/robert-kennedy-jr-is-now-off-of-south-carolinas2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f834d3466cd0616ab71_1787768739050.pngThe Island PacketRobert Kennedy Jr. is now off of South Carolina’s presidential ballot. The Alliance Party of South Carolina decided Monday, Aug. 26, to remove Kennedy as its nominee after the political family scion suspended his campaign and endorsed former President Donald Trump’s 2024 bid. The move takes Kennedy’s name off of South Carolina’s ballot. #southcarolina #RFKjr #robertkennedy #donaldtrump #presidentialrace #alliancepartyhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f834d3466cd0616ab71_1787768739050.mp42026-08-26T18:25:39.726Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-2024-dnc-kicked-off-in-chicago-by-sc-jaime2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f876246f4d3f392f8fa_1787768739072.pngThe Island PacketThe 2024 #dnc kicked off in #chicago by #sc Jaime Harrison and DNC chair Minyon Moore. The four day event will feature speakers like the #obamas #clintons and President Joe Biden handing off the nomination to Kamala Harris.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f876246f4d3f392f8fa_1787768739072.mp42026-08-26T18:25:39.564Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-rep-nancy-mace-details-allegations2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f748609daf2e0c4be8a_1787768735232.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace details allegations against her ex-fiance of rape, sex trafficking and nonconsensual photos and videos of women and underage girls. #nancymace #southcarolina #ushouse #scpoliticshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f748609daf2e0c4be8a_1787768735232.mp42026-08-26T18:25:35.781Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/sc-official-speaks-about-new-tactic-to-find2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7f374aea7959dbd359_1787768727964.pngThe Island PacketSC official speaks about new tactic to find escaped monkeys from Yemassee Town administrator Matthew Garnes speaks about the monkey escape at Alpha Genesis at the Yemassee Municipal Complex on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, in the Town of Yemassee, S.C. The company, estimated to have more than 4,000 primates at the Castle Hall Road facility, are used for biomedical research. #southcarolina #hiltonheadisland #Yemassee #hamptoncountyhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7f374aea7959dbd359_1787768727964.mp42026-08-26T18:25:28.501Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/while-a-winter-storm-may-have-delayed-the-grand2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8922f9cce222657121_1787768726727.pngThe Island PacketWhile a winter storm may have delayed the grand opening of Bluffton’s newest playground, once children see the rope climbing structures, swings and slides, it’s going to be difficult to keep them away before the official opening on Feb. 22. The playground is located on the New Riverside Barn Park. It is the first phase of the 37-acre property. See all the details and photos at the link in our bio. 📸 Drew Martin #hiltonhead #bluffton #southcarolinahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8922f9cce222657121_1787768726727.mp42026-08-26T18:25:27.057Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-tee-shot-at-the-newly-restored-harbour-town2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7ff1942887b95c9b96_1787768724774.pngThe Island PacketA tee shot at the newly restored Harbour Town Golf Links on Nov. 11, 2025, in Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7ff1942887b95c9b96_1787768724774.mp42026-08-26T18:25:25.208Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/video-shows-crews-out-on-may-3-2026-to-repair-a2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f81d78c5d2606ae17e7_1787768724434.pngThe Island PacketVideo shows crews out on May 3, 2026, to repair a traffic signal after a large tree fell at Whooping Crane Way on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f81d78c5d2606ae17e7_1787768724434.mp42026-08-26T18:25:24.902Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-first-eaglet-of-the-2025-season-hatched-as2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f80af9e4e732f3c1f37_1787768723167.pngThe Island PacketThe first eaglet of the 2025 season hatched, as seen on the Eagle Cam by Hilton Head Island Land Trust. This video excerpt shows the wobbly eaglet on Feb. 9, as both parents are away. #hiltonhead #eagles #wildlife #animals #eagle #southcarolinahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f80af9e4e732f3c1f37_1787768723167.mp42026-08-26T18:25:23.721Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-gov-henry-mcmaster-discusses-death2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7edc3f7bc60194f9dd_1787768723167.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster discusses death toll and rumors surrounding Hurricane Helene effects during his presser on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024. #southcarolina #henrymcmaster #hurricanehelenehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7edc3f7bc60194f9dd_1787768723167.mp42026-08-26T18:25:23.533Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/gov-henry-mcmaster-speaks-about-the-death-toll-in2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7d7a1a8e93c1c43dbf_1787768720845.pngThe Island PacketGov. Henry McMaster speaks about the death toll in South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene. #henrymcmaster #southcarolina #hurricanehelenehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7d7a1a8e93c1c43dbf_1787768720845.mp42026-08-26T18:25:21.879Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-sc-native-linda-davis-52-was-killed-on2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f83721f397108ac8fe8_1787768721220.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort, S.C. native Linda Davis, 52, was killed on Feb. 16, 2026, in Savannah when her car was allegedly struck by a man fleeing ICE agents.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f83721f397108ac8fe8_1787768721220.mp42026-08-26T18:25:21.482Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/opinion-with-south-carolina-set-to-resume2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7f83fded7be05fca43_1787768721055.pngThe Island PacketOpinion | With South Carolina set to resume executions Friday for the first time since 2011, the cruel and unusual case of George Stinney is worth revisiting. #southcarolina #sc #scexecution #scdeathpenalty #georgestinneyhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7f83fded7be05fca43_1787768721055.mp42026-08-26T18:25:21.454Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/opinion-south-carolinas-preschool-suspensions2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f7edd99775f37589381_1787768717839.pngThe Island PacketOPINION | South Carolina’s preschool suspensions have soared. The state routinely has not only the highest rate nationwide but also among the most numerically. #southcarolina #opinion #education #sceducationhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f7edd99775f37589381_1787768717839.mp42026-08-26T18:25:18.446Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-train-barrels-into-a-semi-trucks-lowboy-trailer2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f80c6ceb313d07091fd_1787768716046.pngThe Island PacketA train barrels into a semi-truck's lowboy trailer that was stuck on railroad tracks on Sept. 6, 2024 in Ridgeland, S.C. 📽️: Calvin Smith #southcarolina #sc #ridgelandschttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f80c6ceb313d07091fd_1787768716046.mp42026-08-26T18:25:16.522Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-county-sheriffs-office-deputies-received2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f8009bebc92e93f64f8_1787768714970.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort County Sheriff’s Office deputies received a report of gunfire around 11:30 p.m. on Feb. 19, 2026 on Lark Street on Hilton Head Island and found a couple dead outside the residence.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f8009bebc92e93f64f8_1787768714970.mp42026-08-26T18:25:15.79Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/here-are-eight-beaufort-county-buildings-where2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f69627570e2e11b7cfc_1787768711513.pngThe Island PacketHere are eight Beaufort County buildings where people can cool down in air conditioning during the summer months. The recreation centers are the only two that are open seven days a week.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f69627570e2e11b7cfc_1787768711513.mp42026-08-26T18:25:12.793Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/david-smith-spoke-with-the-media-after-his-ex2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f70996673f8d64a378e_1787768710363.pngThe Island PacketDavid Smith spoke with the media after his ex-wife, Susan Smith was denied parole for the drowning death of their two sons in 1994. Susan Smith will be up for parole again in two years. #southcarolina #susansmith #davidsmith #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f70996673f8d64a378e_1787768710363.mp42026-08-26T18:25:10.865Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/sc-congressman-jim-clyburn-likened-project-20252026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f74211bbb4e074302ed_1787768709311.pngThe Island Packet#sc congressman Jim Clyburn likened #project2025 to Jim Crow during his #dnc speech in #chicagohttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f74211bbb4e074302ed_1787768709311.mp42026-08-26T18:25:09.646Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/cellphone-video-from-south-carolina-shows-nasas2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f62ca42b8052a8fa4d4_1787768699441.pngThe Island PacketCellphone video from South Carolina shows NASA's Artemis II heading to space after launching on April 1, 2026 from Florida. The mission will take about 10-days sending four astronauts around the Moon and back.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f62ca42b8052a8fa4d4_1787768699441.mp42026-08-26T18:24:59.928Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/retired-col-david-lapan-in-partnership-with-the2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f5bcec583753ec3ce67_1787768681717.pngThe Island PacketRetired Col. David Lapan, in partnership with the National Security Leaders for America, was interviewed on April 2, 2026, about conflicting signals by the Department of Homeland Security and the Marine Corps in ICE agents attending graduation ceremonies at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f5bcec583753ec3ce67_1787768681717.mp42026-08-26T18:24:42.535Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/us-sen-tim-scott-r-speaks-on-jan-9-2026-at-the2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f5d0a175fe8d55f8536_1787768681745.pngThe Island PacketU.S. Sen. Tim Scott, R., speaks on Jan. 9, 2026, at the new Pointe Grand Apartment Homes in Beaufort. The two-bedroom apartments will rent for $1,600 a month. The developer is planning two similar complexes in Bluffton and Hardeeville.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f5d0a175fe8d55f8536_1787768681745.mp42026-08-26T18:24:42.332Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/four-killed-at-least-20-injured-in-sc-mass-86eq2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f5edf4a38c627711fd9_1787768681531.pngThe Island PacketFour killed, at least 20 injured in SC mass shooting at Willie’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island, sending patrons fleeing as authorities search for suspects. #southcarolina #beaufortcounty #sthelenaisland #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f5edf4a38c627711fd9_1787768681531.mp42026-08-26T18:24:42.226Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-county-experienced-its-first-snowfall-in2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f5c8716c148edfa22ac_1787768678041.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort County experienced it’s first snowfall in seven years. The winter storm warning will lift Wednesday at noon. However, cold temperatures will continue through the next few days, making roadways potentially dangerous. Read more at the link in our bio. 📹️ Karl Puckett #hiltonhead #beaufortcounty #snow #southcarolinahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f5c8716c148edfa22ac_1787768678041.mp42026-08-26T18:24:38.552Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/hilton-head-island-resident-charlee-windham-talks2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f5aa70b8db6cef3ac10_1787768678034.pngThe Island PacketHilton Head Island resident Charlee Windham talks about her RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing garden gnome purchase on April 15, 2026, at Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f5aa70b8db6cef3ac10_1787768678034.mp42026-08-26T18:24:38.452Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/part-1-during-a-speech-at-the-us-house2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f5cd55f8fe8a82d4b61_1787768677827.pngThe Island PacketPART 1 | During a speech at the U.S. House, Congresswoman Nancy Mace accused four men of rape, sex trafficking and nonconsensual photos and videos of women and underage girls. #southcarolina #nancymace #scpoliticshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f5cd55f8fe8a82d4b61_1787768677827.mp42026-08-26T18:24:38.15Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/almost-two-years-after-he-was-found-guilty-of2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f564695305c07bdc5d5_1787768677605.pngThe Island PacketAlmost two years after he was found guilty of murdering his wife and son, Alex Murdaugh is appealing his murder conviction to the S.C. Supreme Court and seeking a new trial. Click the link in our bio to read more. #alexmurdaugh #murdaugh #southcarolina #sccrime #truecrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f564695305c07bdc5d5_1787768677605.mp42026-08-26T18:24:38.005Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-marina-home-to-the-salty-dog-cafe-is2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f57445b9acf9d4fcbe8_1787768675135.pngThe Island PacketThe marina, home to the Salty Dog Cafe, is undergoing a major renovation that will reorganize shops and change its appearance. Vertical construction is visible in this video taken on March 12, 2026, on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f57445b9acf9d4fcbe8_1787768675135.mp42026-08-26T18:24:35.843Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-city-of-beaufort-installed-4-foot-tall2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f4cd74848211332e9ea_1787768671645.pngThe Island PacketThe City of Beaufort installed 4-foot tall aluminum picket fencing to replace 8-foot tall chain link fence on April 15, 2026, to keep pedestrians off the promenade at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park until it can be repaired.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f4cd74848211332e9ea_1787768671645.mp42026-08-26T18:24:35.097Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/boogie-tudor-former-property-manager-for-media-20as2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f496694d38eda981f35_1787768671616.pngThe Island PacketBoogie Tudor, former property manager for media mogul Ted Turner's St. Phillips Island, recounts a story on May 8, 2026, of near panic when he backed into the satellite dish days before CNN founder Turner was to visit his barrier island in South Carolina.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f496694d38eda981f35_1787768671616.mp42026-08-26T18:24:32.071Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/sea-island-apartments-are-being-demolished-to2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f506bab514d26f0fc16_1787768671509.pngThe Island PacketSea Island apartments are being demolished to make way for a new VA clinic. Before they are destroyed, area firefighters got a gift: Permission to train in these old buildings.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f506bab514d26f0fc16_1787768671509.mp42026-08-26T18:24:31.971Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/world-boxing-council-heavyweight-champion-lennox2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f4badc0dab07da5a463_1787768665249.pngThe Island PacketWorld Boxing Council heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis came to Hilton Head in 1993 to train to defend his title for a bout in Las Vegas eight weeks later against Tony Tucker for a $12.1 million purse at The Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f4badc0dab07da5a463_1787768665249.mp42026-08-26T18:24:25.646Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-new-41-unit-hotel-consisting-of-three-and-four2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f49715742f2e047024f_1787768661207.pngThe Island PacketA new 41-unit hotel, consisting of three- and four- bedroom units with an average of 1,700-square-feet is being proposed for Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f49715742f2e047024f_1787768661207.mp42026-08-26T18:24:21.821Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-new-splash-pad-at-blufftons-oscar-frazier2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f463fa073384fa869e1_1787768661250.pngThe Island PacketThe new splash pad at Bluffton's Oscar Frazier Park is open from 10 a.m. to sunset and is available for use seasonally from April 1 to Nov. 1.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f463fa073384fa869e1_1787768661250.mp42026-08-26T18:24:21.626Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/defending-champion-justin-thomas-tees-off-the2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f430bef5708427bd26c_1787768660929.pngThe Island PacketDefending Champion Justin Thomas tees off the 18th fairway on April 14, 2026, at Harbour Town Golf Links in Sea Pines to kick off the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f430bef5708427bd26c_1787768660929.mp42026-08-26T18:24:21.437Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/drone-video-taken-on-march-24-2026-shows-the-new2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f45bd84e6bd669cf4ca_1787768660483.pngThe Island PacketDrone video taken on March 24, 2026, shows the new Hilton Head Island High School that will be open to students in the 2026-27 school year.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f45bd84e6bd669cf4ca_1787768660483.mp42026-08-26T18:24:21.256Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/after-three-three-story-buildings-were-built-to2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f40ac30a25b561ec6b3_1787768658307.pngThe Island PacketAfter three, three-story buildings were built to be used as STRs in a 1950s neighborhood on Hilton Head, residents appealed to the town's zoning department and were successful in having changes made to their neighborhoods overlay district.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f40ac30a25b561ec6b3_1787768658307.mp42026-08-26T18:24:18.782Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/sc-commissioner-of-agriculture-since-2004-hugh2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f3d847f20af0bd4a4d2_1787768653776.pngThe Island PacketS.C. Commissioner of Agriculture since 2004 Hugh Weathers sings the national anthem during opening ceremonies of the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing on April 14, 2026 on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f3d847f20af0bd4a4d2_1787768653776.mp42026-08-26T18:24:14.444Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-new-shrimp-law-becomes-effective-on-oct-282026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f3d66369da50b139e66_1787768653766.pngThe Island PacketThe new “Shrimp Law,” becomes effective on Oct. 28, 2026 and will be enforced by the S.C. Department of Agriculture’s Retail Food Safety Department as part of their routine inspections.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f3d66369da50b139e66_1787768653766.mp42026-08-26T18:24:14.337Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/photo-gallery-no-kings-rallies-in-beaufort2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f41e94433b984de6de9_1787768652986.pngThe Island PacketPhoto gallery: “No Kings” rallies in Beaufort, Bluffton and Hilton Head Island, SC Video of submitted photos by staff More from The Island Packet: Subscribe: https://bit.ly/2JGLLzY X: https://twitter.com/islandpacket Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/islandpacket Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/island_packet/ Website: http://www.islandpacket.com/ Digital news subscription: https://mycheckout.islandpacket.com/homedeliveryhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f41e94433b984de6de9_1787768652986.mp42026-08-26T18:24:13.503Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/land-has-been-cleared-for-the-buc-ees-travel2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f3d81fd8c9007e408d6_1787768648860.pngThe Island PacketLand has been cleared for the Buc-ee's Travel Center at Hilton Head Island's gateway along Interstate 95 at Exit 8 as photographed on April 15, 2026, in Hardeeville, S.C.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f3d81fd8c9007e408d6_1787768648860.mp42026-08-26T18:24:09.293Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/boeings-737-freedom-plane-in-partnership-with2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f3dc89f65f1e31502e0_1787768647900.pngThe Island PacketBoeing’s 737 Freedom Plane in partnership with Museum of History and Industry are participating in the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence as it flew on April 19, 2026, over the RBC Heritage Presented by Being on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f3dc89f65f1e31502e0_1787768647900.mp42026-08-26T18:24:08.231Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-beaufort-county-black-chamber-founded-in-19992026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f3a140d44b06f6e5d40_1787768644714.pngThe Island PacketThe Beaufort County Black Chamber founded in 1999 to support minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs has reopened and rebranded, hiring a new executive director to start a new chapter in the chamber's history.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f3a140d44b06f6e5d40_1787768644714.mp42026-08-26T18:24:05.147Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/tussock-moth-caterpillars-are-in-season-during2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f3a28a4a5f37259b470_1787768644756.pngThe Island PacketTussock moth caterpillars are in season during the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing on Hilton Head Island. Tina Tauscher, RN, with Novant Health Hilton Head Medical Center, offers care advice on April 15, 2026, at the emergency trailer at the Harbour Town Golf Links entrance.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f3a28a4a5f37259b470_1787768644756.mp42026-08-26T18:24:05.081Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/waddell-mariculture-center-in-bluffton-is-rearing2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f38e580b721585030d4_1787768641892.pngThe Island PacketWaddell Mariculture Center in Bluffton is rearing flounder from wild brood stock to release off the coast the help conserve declining wild populations.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f38e580b721585030d4_1787768641892.mp42026-08-26T18:24:02.534Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/john-smith-rd-a-shortcut-in-jasper-county-sc-to2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f34875169b73a00aee2_1787768639606.pngThe Island PacketJohn Smith Rd., a shortcut in Jasper County, SC to avoid I95 will be closed until 2027 as a new bridge is built as part of the widening of the interstate.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f34875169b73a00aee2_1787768639606.mp42026-08-26T18:23:59.963Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/workers-can-be-seen-on-barges-along-us-278-near2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f2eb5ed8d70e240aa90_1787768631005.pngThe Island PacketWorkers can be seen on barges along U.S. 278 near the bridges to Hilton Head Island for the eastbound bridge replacement project expected to start in 2028.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f2eb5ed8d70e240aa90_1787768631005.mp42026-08-26T18:23:51.487Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/hilton-head-island-resident-lisa-simmons2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f2dd8f0d2556e1620da_1787768628574.pngThe Island PacketHilton Head Island resident Lisa Simmons submitted this video of 'Big Burt' a large alligator walking up to her home's front door on Circlewood Drive.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f2dd8f0d2556e1620da_1787768628574.mp42026-08-26T18:23:49.087Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/as-south-carolina-widens-interstate-95-to-three2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f2d3f6b0358a888f612_1787768628570.pngThe Island PacketAs South Carolina widens Interstate 95 to three lanes, here's how bridges that span the Savannah River will be constructed. Completion of the project is projected to be in the summer of 2030.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f2d3f6b0358a888f612_1787768628570.mp42026-08-26T18:23:49.078Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/this-is-how-south-carolina-law-defines-domestic2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f2c0a5f1b9721d64e92_1787768628349.pngThe Island PacketThis is how South Carolina law defines domestic versus foreign shrimp in "shrimp law" to begin on Oct. 28, 2026, where restaurants must inform diners if they are eating foreign shrimp.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f2c0a5f1b9721d64e92_1787768628349.mp42026-08-26T18:23:48.689Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/video-shows-the-golfers-who-have-won-harbour-town2026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f2aa596c1eb7a7c1387_1787768625399.pngThe Island PacketVideo shows the golfers who have won Harbour Town Golf Links PGA Tour event in Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island since its start in 1969. Multiple winners were all Americans until Matt Fitzpatrick from England won the Heritage on April 19, 2026, his second win after 2023.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f2aa596c1eb7a7c1387_1787768625399.mp42026-08-26T18:23:45.83Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/work-continues-for-the-new-157-unit-workforce-5ji12026-08-26https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8f2f26ff903e15c1800027_1787768620911.pngThe Island PacketWork continues for the new 157-unit workforce community, a partnership between the Town of Hilton Head Island and OneStreet Residential in footage captured on Aug. 24, 2026.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8f2f26ff903e15c1800027_1787768620911.mp42026-08-26T18:23:41.429Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/as-south-carolina-leaders-debate-phasing-out-the-nkxp2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88826a756f8d3a9de16530_1787695898137.pngThe Island PacketAs South Carolina leaders debate phasing out the state income tax, some propose expanding sales tax to more goods and services to offset lost revenue—a move with significant budget impacts. #southcarolina #salestax #incometax #scpoliticshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88826a756f8d3a9de16530_1787695898137.mp42026-08-25T22:11:38.512Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-popular-grocer-opened-its-doors-on-thursday2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a888270068652e2adac339f_1787695874994.pngThe Island PacketThe popular grocer opened its doors on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 361 Robert Smalls Parkway, capping off a two-year wait for local shoppers eager for its low prices and simple shopping style. #beaufortcounty #southcarolina #hiltonhead #aldihttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a888270068652e2adac339f_1787695874994.mp42026-08-25T22:11:16.959Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-city-of-beaufort-hired-oquinn-marine-to2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a888270a6b3e420b66c229f_1787695859305.pngThe Island PacketThe City of Beaufort hired O'Quinn Marine to remove five boats beached on the bank of the Beaufort River after tropical storm Helene in 2024 using a pusher boat, a barge and a crane. 📹️ Drew Martin | Karl Puckett #hurricanehelene #beaufort #southcarolina #helene #tropicalstormhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a888270a6b3e420b66c229f_1787695859305.mp42026-08-25T22:10:59.814Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/alexis-housey-shared-this-video-on-her-facebook2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882708ee7b65eb518c161_1787695852039.pngThe Island PacketAlexis Housey shared this video on her Facebook page of a Beaufort County Sheriff's Deputy pointing a handgun at her nephew and his friends as they walked through a neighborhood on Sept. 28, 2025, on Hilton Head Island. #hiltonheadisland #southcarolina #beaufortcountyhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882708ee7b65eb518c161_1787695852039.mp42026-08-25T22:10:52.486Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-resident-mallory-dittmer-discusses2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a888270c0658cd6ac7bdf78_1787695829887.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina resident Mallory Dittmer discusses why she opposes senate bill 323, a bill that would ban nearly all abortions in the state, if passed. #southcarolina #senatebill323 #scpolitics #abortionbanhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a888270c0658cd6ac7bdf78_1787695829887.mp42026-08-25T22:10:30.572Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/video-shows-the-town-of-port-royals-recently2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882705a11ddf36d57d4b3_1787695811566.pngThe Island PacketVideo shows the Town of Port Royal's recently opened $1.5 million causeway to Sands Beach that was announced on the town's Facebook page June 6, 2025, that is open from dusk to dawn. #HiltonHead #SouthCarolina #PortRoyal #HHI #Lowcountryhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882705a11ddf36d57d4b3_1787695811566.mp42026-08-25T22:10:11.98Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/as-democrats-and-south-carolinas-far-right-look-itai2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88827139b7687bcaac2a20_1787695729642.pngThe Island PacketAs Democrats and South Carolina’s far right look for someone to unseat longtime Sen. Lindsey Graham, challengers have struggled to pick up the money and endorsements to do so. Ahead of the Republican primary, Graham has raised millions more than the closest GOP candidate this election cycle, according to recent campaign finance filings. Graham has been fundraising longer than any other candidates. While Democrat Annie Andrews raised more than Graham in the third quarter, her war chest is still $1.2 million to his $14.5 million at the end of September. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #scpolitics #lindseygraham #donaldtrumphttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88827139b7687bcaac2a20_1787695729642.mp42026-08-25T22:08:49.985Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/gen-marquis-de-lafayette-portrayed-by-mark2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88827340625d051e8630d6_1787695713783.pngThe Island PacketGen. Marquis de Lafayette, portrayed by Mark Schneider, speaks at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park after arriving in Beaufort, recreating when he first visited the city in 1825. An estimated 3,000 people turned out for the re-creation of Lafayette’s visit. 📸 Karl Puckett #hiltonhead #beaufort #southcarolina #lowcountryhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88827340625d051e8630d6_1787695713783.mp42026-08-25T22:08:34.147Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/former-south-carolina-state-rep-rj-may-pleaded2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88827455aca30325376cf6_1787695693630.pngThe Island PacketFormer South Carolina State Rep. R.J. May pleaded guilty in Federal Court on Monday, Sept. 29. 2025 to five counts of distributing child pornography. In all, there were 265 videos on May's online account. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #rjmay #sccrime #crimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88827455aca30325376cf6_1787695693630.mp42026-08-25T22:08:13.943Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-leads-the-nation-in-public-school2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882792a53e60720750e7e_1787695679045.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina leads the nation in public school book bans, with over half linked to one parent’s challenges in Beaufort County, sparking statewide debate on censorship and educational content. Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #BeaufortCounty #bookban #scbookbanhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882792a53e60720750e7e_1787695679045.mp42026-08-25T22:07:59.364Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/captain-skip-toomer-with-coastline-shrimp-shared2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88827b970cd5d76aab8737_1787695657879.pngThe Island PacketCaptain Skip Toomer with Coastline Shrimp shared this video of a number of shrimp trawlers off the coast of Fripp Island, SC on opening day of general shrimp season. #SouthCarolina #Shrimp #FrippIsland #Lowcountry #HiltonHead #Fishinghttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88827b970cd5d76aab8737_1787695657879.mp42026-08-25T22:07:38.272Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-group-of-residents-gathered-at-a-beaufort-sc2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88827b5863a16a48f88742_1787695651747.pngThe Island PacketA group of residents gathered at a Beaufort, SC intersection with signs protesting against the policies of the Trump administration on Feb. 17, 2025. #Beaufort #southcarolina #donaldtrumphttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88827b5863a16a48f88742_1787695651747.mp42026-08-25T22:07:31.998Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/four-killed-at-least-20-injured-in-sc-mass2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88827c99b6455f11169a5e_1787695635956.pngThe Island PacketFour killed, at least 20 injured in SC mass shooting at Willie’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island, sending patrons fleeing as authorities search for suspects. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #beaufortcounty #sthelenaisland #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88827c99b6455f11169a5e_1787695635956.mp42026-08-25T22:07:16.818Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/downtown-beaufort-made-its-mark-on-the-nation2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88827e3dd162196ac002c0_1787695607812.pngThe Island PacketDowntown Beaufort made its mark on the nation Tuesday morning, as Fox News Channel’s Fox & Friends “Main Street USA Tour” traveled along Bay Street. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #Beaufortsc #Beaufortcounty #foxnews #mainstreetusatour #foxandfriendshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88827e3dd162196ac002c0_1787695607812.mp42026-08-25T22:06:48.328Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/john-patrick-shea-29-apologizes-to-the-family-of2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88827e0552d981db49da6e_1787695589300.pngThe Island PacketJohn Patrick Shea, 29, apologizes to the family of his ex-girlfriend, Jillian Angner on June 25, 2025, and begs the judge not to give him the death penalty for her murder at the Beaufort County Courthouse. #BeaufortCounty #southcarolina #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88827e0552d981db49da6e_1787695589300.mp42026-08-25T22:06:29.779Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/tony-catone-the-director-of-the-south-carolina-8qh72026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882808ad44c13e5c3599d_1787695571513.pngThe Island PacketTony Catone, the director of the South Carolina Department of Social Services, says the USDA told states it would not cover federal food benefits in November if the government shutdown continued. #southcarolina #snap #foodstamps #usdahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882808ad44c13e5c3599d_1787695571513.mp42026-08-25T22:06:11.856Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/more-than-630000-south-carolinians-could-see-ja0i2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88828383f264a43666ad19_1787695553483.pngThe Island PacketMore than 630,000 South Carolinians could see their health insurance premiums rise when enhanced federal tax credits expire at the end of the year. #southcarolina #affordablecareact #healthinsurancehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88828383f264a43666ad19_1787695553483.mp42026-08-25T22:05:53.849Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/state-and-local-agencies-with-287-g-agreements2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a888284571f9c2c2166e90c_1787695538961.pngThe Island PacketState and local agencies with 287-G agreements can now get reimbursed and earn bonuses for immigration enforcement work under new federal policies funded by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #sc #bigbeautifulbillact #ice #immigration #donaldtrumphttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a888284571f9c2c2166e90c_1787695538961.mp42026-08-25T22:05:39.561Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-governor-henry-mcmaster-announces-f2ql2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88828542c3434ee8497112_1787695524611.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina Governor Henry McMaster announces the activation of the One SC Fund for hunger relief in response to federal food benefits suspension in November. #southcarolina #SNAP #foodstamps #henrymcmaster #governmentshutdownhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88828542c3434ee8497112_1787695524611.mp42026-08-25T22:05:25.071Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/nancy-mace-returned-to-the-citadel-where-she2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a888287c26adcb7b74c5be8_1787695510920.pngThe Island PacketNancy Mace returned to the Citadel, where she graduated, to announce her candidacy for South Carolina Governor on Monday, August 4, 2025. #nancymace #southcarolina #scgovernorracehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a888287c26adcb7b74c5be8_1787695510920.mp42026-08-25T22:05:11.581Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/at-a-beaufort-county-public-meeting-beaufort2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88828ded9000a38906c3f2_1787695490129.pngThe Island PacketAt a Beaufort County public meeting, Beaufort County Sheriff PJ Tanner responded to questions about the sheriff's office wanting to join the federal governments 287(g) immigration program. #BeaufortCounty #HiltonHead #ICE #Immigration #Trumphttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88828ded9000a38906c3f2_1787695490129.mp42026-08-25T22:04:50.747Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/three-gop-candidates-for-south-carolina-governor2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88828f63292232aaab5696_1787695472889.pngThe Island PacketThree GOP candidates for South Carolina governor propose establishing state-run immigration detention centers, with ideas ranging from the “Palmetto Pen” to the “Carolina Crook House.” 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #GOP #alligatoralcatraz #sc #nancymace #PamelaEvette #RalphNorman #henrymcmasterhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88828f63292232aaab5696_1787695472889.mp42026-08-25T22:04:33.261Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-county-sheriff-pj-tanner-talks-about2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88829175c25d02143e3d6e_1787695455431.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort County Sheriff PJ Tanner talks about machine gun arrests in Beaufort County predating the St. Helena Island mass shooting at a press conference about the investigation on Oct. 15, 2025, in Beaufort, S.C. #beaufortcounty #southcarolina #sccrime #sthelenaislandhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88829175c25d02143e3d6e_1787695455431.mp42026-08-25T22:04:15.793Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/two-large-alligators-known-as-fred-and-yellow2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882937d49cf6d713b53dc_1787695436835.pngThe Island PacketTwo large alligators known as 'Fred' and 'Yellow Tail' roam the Legends Golf Course on Parris Island in video provided by Patrick Turso, who works at the base in Port Royal. #alligators #wildlife #southcarolina #gatorhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882937d49cf6d713b53dc_1787695436835.mp42026-08-25T22:03:57.45Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-dedicated-group-brave-the-mud-to-give-oysters-a2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88829329105eae3ed1137f_1787695428787.pngThe Island PacketA dedicated group brave the mud to give oysters a chance to put down roots. The S.C. Department of Natural Resources along with the Sustainability Institute and volunteers build an artificial oyster reef by deploying manufactured wired reefs along Archers Creek in Beaufort County. 📹️ Lydia Larsen 🔗 in biohttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88829329105eae3ed1137f_1787695428787.mp42026-08-25T22:03:49.535Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolinas-strict-abortion-ban-led-to-a-602026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a888296c705ad84d846d1db_1787695419079.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina’s strict abortion ban led to a 60% drop in reported procedures in 2024—but many residents are now seeking abortions out of state or via mailed pills. #southcarolina #abortionban #scpoliticshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a888296c705ad84d846d1db_1787695419079.mp42026-08-25T22:03:39.63Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-crane-on-a-barge-hoisted-a-35-foot-sailboat2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a888297db44cae35f0ad97a_1787695403118.pngThe Island PacketA crane on a barge hoisted a 35-foot sailboat from the banks of the Beaufort River in Beaufort. It's one of five abandoned boats O'Quinn Marine removed Wednesday and Thursday, after they were washed ashore during Tropical Storm Helene last September. #hurricanehelene #southcarolina #beaufortriver #beauforthttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a888297db44cae35f0ad97a_1787695403118.mp42026-08-25T22:03:23.508Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/four-people-were-killed-and-more-than-20-injured2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88829a2abbe3ef5c8f76b6_1787695394522.pngThe Island PacketFour people were killed and more than 20 injured in a mass shooting outside Willie’s Bar and Grill on St. Helena Island, SC, as authorities continue searching for suspects and answers. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #sthelenaisland #beaufortcounty #breakingnewshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88829a2abbe3ef5c8f76b6_1787695394522.mp42026-08-25T22:03:14.896Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-new-south-carolina-senate-bill-seeks-to-ban2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88829c8415f639a0debb5f_1787695373402.pngThe Island PacketA new South Carolina Senate bill seeks to ban nearly all abortions and make possession of abortion medication a felony. Lawmakers will begin hearings on the controversial proposal Wednesday, October 1. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #abortionban #scpolitics #politics #sixweekabortionbanhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88829c8415f639a0debb5f_1787695373402.mp42026-08-25T22:02:53.888Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-resident-kelly-sharkey-discusses2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88829f5914be544b968185_1787695359088.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina resident Kelly Sharkey discusses why she opposes senate bill 323, a bill that would ban nearly all abortions in the state, if passed. #southcarolina #scpolitics #senatebill323 #abortionbanhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88829f5914be544b968185_1787695359088.mp42026-08-25T22:02:39.416Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/harvest-hope-ceo-erinn-rowe-says-the-largest-food-1mk62026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882a2298127c4eda267ca_1787695339871.pngThe Island PacketHarvest Hope CEO Erinn Rowe says the largest food bank in South Carolina is at a “critically low food point” ahead of federal food benefits likely going unpaid in November. #southcarolina #SNAP #foodstamps #governmentshutdown #harvesthopehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882a2298127c4eda267ca_1787695339871.mp42026-08-25T22:02:20.381Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/sheriff-pj-tanner-informs-the-media-that-master2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882a41cd8757e176f9a3f_1787695314357.pngThe Island PacketSheriff PJ Tanner informs the media that Master Sgt. William “Billy” Squires – the off-duty Beaufort County Sheriff’s deputy that pulled his service weapon on teenage boys on Sept. 28, 2025, on Hilton Head Island – was officially fired from the department on Oct. 3, 2025. #southcarolina #beaufortcounty #hiltonheadisland #hiltonheadhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882a41cd8757e176f9a3f_1787695314357.mp42026-08-25T22:01:54.938Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/crowds-gather-outside-the-south-carolina-state2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882a5c7e99a3aa2c52dd3_1787695298700.pngThe Island PacketCrowds gather outside the South Carolina State House as a Senate committee prepares to hear testimony on a bill that would impose a near-total ban on abortion. The proposed legislation has sparked passionate debate from both supporters and opponents across the state. #southcarolina #sc #scpoliticshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882a5c7e99a3aa2c52dd3_1787695298700.mp42026-08-25T22:01:39.218Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/as-hurricane-erin-makes-her-way-through-the2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882a64b2c49c94b64add2_1787695278538.pngThe Island PacketAs Hurricane Erin makes her way through the Atlantic, some surfers took advantage of the higher surf on Aug. 19, 2025, at Burkes Beach on Hilton Head Island. #hurricaneerin #hiltonheadisland #hiltonhead #southcarolina #scweather #burkesbeachhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882a64b2c49c94b64add2_1787695278538.mp42026-08-25T22:01:18.972Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-resident-jh-hartnett-discusses-why2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882a93017c81fc9c82ecf_1787695269900.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina resident J.H. Hartnett discusses why she supports senate bill 323, a bill that would ban nearly all abortions in the state, if passed. #southcarolina #scpolitics #senatebill323 #abortionbanhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882a93017c81fc9c82ecf_1787695269900.mp42026-08-25T22:01:10.282Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-representative-rj-may-resigns2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882aa113cf8d93dec178e_1787695251727.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina Representative RJ May resigns after being indicted on child sexual abuse charges, prompting a special election for his District 88 seat and continued investigation into his conduct. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #sc #rjmay #sc politics #sccrimehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882aa113cf8d93dec178e_1787695251727.mp42026-08-25T22:00:52.146Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-number-of-homes-on-daufuskie-island-are2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882acd86b5e9a3d8a832a_1787695233656.pngThe Island PacketA number of homes on Daufuskie Island are imperiled by rising tides and extreme erosion. Some homeowners are electing to move their homes to higher ground. Read the full story at the link in our bio. #SouthCarolina #BeachHouse #Environment #DaufuskieIsland #HiltonHead #Lowcountryhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882acd86b5e9a3d8a832a_1787695233656.mp42026-08-25T22:00:34.175Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/south-carolina-resident-tammy-kale-discusses-why2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882af32f0fbafa667071b_1787695224702.pngThe Island PacketSouth Carolina resident Tammy Kale discusses why she supports senate bill 323, a bill that would ban nearly all abortions in the state, if passed. #southcarolina #scpolitics #senatebill323 #abortionbanhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882af32f0fbafa667071b_1787695224702.mp42026-08-25T22:00:25.212Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-grant-through-the-national-fund-for-sacred2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882b09c24b359b6135650_1787695208693.pngThe Island PacketA grant through The National Fund for Sacred Places is being used to fund the replacement of the metal roof and steeple shingles – among other improvements – at the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Historic Beaufort. 📸 Drew Martin #beaufort #hiltonhead #southcarolinahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882b09c24b359b6135650_1787695208693.mp42026-08-25T22:00:09.202Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-group-of-volunteers-along-with-the-south2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882b282ddccfe5e4dbfd0_1787695180596.pngThe Island PacketA group of volunteers along with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources conduct a survey of horseshoe crabs on the beach of Edisto Island. 🎥 Lydia Larsen #SouthCarolina #hiltonheadisland #sealife #wildlife #edistobeach #animalshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882b282ddccfe5e4dbfd0_1787695180596.mp42026-08-25T21:59:41.063Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/camp-leo-a-project-of-three-local-lions-clubs2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882b39a8ca606b94383a6_1787695172329.pngThe Island PacketCamp Leo, a project of three local Lions Clubs, brings legally blind children ages 7 to 17 from around South Carolina to Hilton Head for a week in July. #southcarolina #hiltonheadisland #hiltonhead #summercamp #campleohttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882b39a8ca606b94383a6_1787695172329.mp42026-08-25T21:59:32.639Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-carolina-forest-wildfire-approached-homes-on2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882b4e96aee146e318383_1787695146536.pngThe Island PacketThe Carolina Forest wildfire approached homes on Wyandot Ct. in Walkers Woods on Sunday morning. Residents rushed to evacuate. Video submitted by resident Greg Staff of Myrtle Beach. #myrtlebeach #southcarolina #wildfire #carolinaforesthttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882b4e96aee146e318383_1787695146536.mp42026-08-25T21:59:06.928Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/congresswoman-nancy-mace-held-a-town-hall2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882b5090cf50e099b1cc0_1787695133868.pngThe Island PacketCongresswoman Nancy Mace held a town hall meetingin a private gated community on Dataw Island prompting a protest for those who live in the district in Beaufort County. 📹️ Drew Martin #southcarolina #nancymace #scpolitics #beauforthttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882b5090cf50e099b1cc0_1787695133868.mp42026-08-25T21:58:54.542Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/rbc-heritage-presented-by-boeings-defending2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882b603385486f470bce8_1787695113772.pngThe Island PacketRBC Heritage Presented by Boeing's defending champion Scottie Scheffler hits the ceremonial tee shot into Calibogue Sound to start the 57th annual golf tournament at Harbour Town Golf Links in Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island. 📹️ Drew Martin #golf #pgatour #rbcheritage #scottiescheffler #hiltonhead #harbourtown #seapineshttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882b603385486f470bce8_1787695113772.mp42026-08-25T21:58:34.341Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/mira-a-globally-endangered-dusky-shark-was-tagged2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882b7996387efb84c85f8_1787695099122.pngThe Island PacketMira, a globally endangered dusky shark, was tagged by OCEARCH on May 15, 2025, off the coast of Jacksonville, Fla. Mira has been located off the coast of South Carolina in the first weeks of June by its positioning tag. 🔗 in bio #Shark #SouthCarolina #HiltonHead #Wildlife #EndangeredAnimals #Floridahttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882b7996387efb84c85f8_1787695099122.mp42026-08-25T21:58:19.681Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/more-than-260000-south-carolina-households-risk-bc4l2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882b9c48ee38d99c2e6c1_1787695089813.pngThe Island PacketMore than 260,000 South Carolina households risk losing SNAP benefits in November as the federal shutdown forces the state to halt food assistance without congressional action. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #snap #foodstamps #ebt #southcarolina #governmentshutdownhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882b9c48ee38d99c2e6c1_1787695089813.mp42026-08-25T21:58:10.208Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/richland-rep-dr-dcn-jermaine-johnson-announces-82hk2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882be26baf90522c7b84f_1787695070566.pngThe Island PacketRichland Rep. Dr. Dcn. Jermaine Johnson announces his bid for governor. Johnson represents District 52 and would be South Carolina's first Democrat governor since 2003. 🔗 Click the link in our bio to read more. #southcarolina #richlandsc #jermainejohnson #scgovernor #scgovernorracehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882be26baf90522c7b84f_1787695070566.mp42026-08-25T21:57:51.073Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/hilton-head-has-no-shortage-of-shops-with-beach2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8882fd336998248daafae6_1787695055191.pngThe Island PacketHilton Head has no shortage of shops with beach-themed knick-knacks, t-shirts, stickers and magnets — but with so many options to choose from, how similar are their prices? Here’s what we found across five stores at Coligny Beach. #HiltonHead #SouthCarolina #ColignyBeach #Lowcountry #HHI #HiltonHeadIslandhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8882fd336998248daafae6_1787695055191.mp42026-08-25T21:57:36.085Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-us-air-force-reserve-crew-from-the-53rd-weather2026-08-25https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a88830c5e932520db577d08_1787695035104.pngThe Island PacketA U.S. Air Force Reserve crew from the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, known as the “Hurricane Hunters,” flies through Hurricane Melissa on Oct. 27, 2025, making multiple passes through the storm to collect critical weather data for the National Hurricane Center. #hurricanemelissa #hurricanehunters #nationalhurricanecenter #hurricanehttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a88830c5e932520db577d08_1787695035104.mp42026-08-25T21:57:15.686Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/on-july-29-2026-the-911-center-received-a-report2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738db9bef41aa550b96c7_1787264222326.pngThe Island PacketOn July 29, 2026, the 911 center received a report of a fire at Palmetto Bay Marina on Hilton Head Island. Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue said the cause of the fire remains under investigation.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738db9bef41aa550b96c7_1787264222326.mp42026-08-20T22:17:02.802Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-county-public-works-and-the-sc2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738de2205d442e9f64e42_1787264205655.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort County Public Works and the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) removes the late Vo Sing Cong’s boats on Aug. 6, 2026, at Alloy Boat Landing in Bluffton. SCDNR marked the boats as derelict so they could be removed from the waterway.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738de2205d442e9f64e42_1787264205655.mp42026-08-20T22:16:46.051Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/bluffton-township-fire-district-responded-to-two2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738dff8879fc896014fc4_1787264200573.pngThe Island PacketBluffton Township Fire District responded to two fires on Aug. 18, 2026. Officials reported no injuries at either location.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738dff8879fc896014fc4_1787264200573.mp42026-08-20T22:16:40.989Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/dr-karen-henrichsen-with-novant-health-buckwalter2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738e1c9eae7e3c5e0ef50_1787264195032.pngThe Island PacketDr. Karen Henrichsen, with Novant Health Buckwalter Primary Care, speaks on May 21, 2026, about the accessibility the office will have for patients at the new facility in Bluffton's Buckwalter Place.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738e1c9eae7e3c5e0ef50_1787264195032.mp42026-08-20T22:16:35.442Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/photos-posted-to-facebook-on-june-22-2026-show-a2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738e2ca10ccc308de1f83_1787264187228.pngThe Island PacketPhotos posted to Facebook on June 22, 2026, show a two-lane sinkhole that appeared on Bluffton Road in Bluffton.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738e2ca10ccc308de1f83_1787264187228.mp42026-08-20T22:16:27.56Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-town-of-hilton-head-island-will-start-using2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738e4000f76962cc92196_1787264181308.pngThe Island PacketThe Town of Hilton Head Island will start using Daxbots on July 6, 2026, to identify mobility issues to remain Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant. Video shows how they work.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738e4000f76962cc92196_1787264181308.mp42026-08-20T22:16:21.823Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/ben-legrand-reporter-with-the-island-packet-went2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738e66379402fb8595248_1787264170905.pngThe Island PacketBen LeGrand, reporter with the Island Packet, went out on July 21, 2026, to survey six Flock license plate reading cameras whose cords were cut or disconnected in greater Bluffton found in a July 11, 2026, police report.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738e66379402fb8595248_1787264170905.mp42026-08-20T22:16:11.481Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/city-of-hardeeville-mayor-harry-williams-speaks2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738e78aaa9a173c9f2212_1787264161427.pngThe Island PacketCity of Hardeeville Mayor Harry Williams speaks to the media on May 13, 2026, about the opening of TS Conductor at Clarius Park Hardeeville at the Port of Savannah and the jobs it will create.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738e78aaa9a173c9f2212_1787264161427.mp42026-08-20T22:16:01.904Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/drone-video-from-may-19-2026-shows-an-osprey-nest2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738e82818a7c3f82a8317_1787264139898.pngThe Island PacketDrone video from May 19, 2026, shows an osprey nest built on a dolphin piling at the Richard V. Woods Memorial Bridge in historic downtown Beaufort, South Carolina.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738e82818a7c3f82a8317_1787264139898.mp42026-08-20T22:15:40.3Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-county-sheriff-pj-tanner-and-duffie2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738e9313106556a6832d5_1787264132472.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort County Sheriff PJ Tanner and Duffie Stone, solicitor for the 14th circuit, held a media briefing on July 17, 2026, about another arrest and indictments of those seven involved in the July 4 beach shooting on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738e9313106556a6832d5_1787264132472.mp42026-08-20T22:15:32.933Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/frank-rodriguez-superintendent-of-the-beaufort2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738eae17346efe0b12d15_1787264117250.pngThe Island PacketFrank Rodriguez, superintendent of the Beaufort County School District, explains on May 15, 2026, that pranks damaging facilities or to others is "completely unacceptable" after pigs were let loose at May River High School in Bluffton.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738eae17346efe0b12d15_1787264117250.mp42026-08-20T22:15:17.632Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/sarah-adloo-executive-director-of-the-old-growth2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738ec871238ecc619c1fa_1787264096213.pngThe Island PacketSarah Adloo, executive director of the Old-Growth Forest Network (OGFN), talks on May 8, 2026, about designating St. Phillips Island the newest inductee into the OGFN.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738ec871238ecc619c1fa_1787264096213.mp42026-08-20T22:14:56.811Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/photos-by-hilton-head-islander-philip-porter2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738ee0ed2245f89a489c8_1787264087259.pngThe Island PacketPhotos by Hilton Head islander Philip Porter shows crane lifting barge out of the water just before collapse into Mackay Creek near the bridges to Hilton Head. According to on-scene members of the U.S. Coast Guard on June 30, 2026, operators of the crane likely misjudged the counterweight as they were trying to remove the smaller barge.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738ee0ed2245f89a489c8_1787264087259.mp42026-08-20T22:14:47.724Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/water-gushed-into-the-street-on-july-14-20262026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738eedb15e16ab4deacef_1787264071230.pngThe Island PacketWater gushed into the street on July 14, 2026, after a contractor cut through a waterline according to Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority in Old Town Bluffton. Video shows repairs were made later that day.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738eedb15e16ab4deacef_1787264071230.mp42026-08-20T22:14:31.691Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/willard-fosberry-parish-manager-of-st-peters2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738ca9c24d9ec30ce2de9_1787264018613.pngThe Island PacketWillard Fosberry, parish manager of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, wrote that each church bell has their own name tied to the founding of Santa Elena, the 16th-century Spanish colonial settlement in what is now present-day Parris Island. Here are their names, weight and the notes they play when rung.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738ca9c24d9ec30ce2de9_1787264018613.mp42026-08-20T22:13:39.125Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/residents-of-indigo-run-on-hilton-head-island-are2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738cb588ddf3f282fe3ec_1787263998970.pngThe Island PacketResidents of Indigo Run on Hilton Head Island are worried a rookery could be destroyed as photographed on May 20, 2026, by a future residential development located on the other side of the wetland.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738cb588ddf3f282fe3ec_1787263998970.mp42026-08-20T22:13:19.435Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/andrew-chien-professor-at-the-university-of2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738d090d73be3756691b3_1787263990724.pngThe Island PacketAndrew Chien, professor at the University of Chicago and a senior scientist at Argonne National Laboratory, explains the three major reasons people are concerned with data centers in an interview on June 24, 2025, conducted by SciLine, based at the American Association for the Advancement of Science.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738d090d73be3756691b3_1787263990724.mp42026-08-20T22:13:11.168Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/washington-street-park-once-the-only-park-where2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738d1593a229cdf613c3d_1787263977547.pngThe Island PacketWashington Street Park, once the only park where Black residents could play and socialize until Jim Crow laws were dismantled, has been upgraded as well as documented with a historic sign by the City of Beaufort on May 20, 2026.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738d1593a229cdf613c3d_1787263977547.mp42026-08-20T22:12:58.053Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/using-unofficial-results-here-is-how-beaufort2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738d2f0adc48987ba1c67_1787263964443.pngThe Island PacketUsing unofficial results, here is how Beaufort County voted in the June 9, 2026, republican primary for Beaufort County Sheriff.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738d2f0adc48987ba1c67_1787263964443.mp42026-08-20T22:12:44.952Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-tall-ship-elissa-her-home-base-being2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738d4c2e312a07fab6f3a_1787263949821.pngThe Island PacketThe tall ship Elissa, her home base being Galveston, Texas, is planning to stop at Savannah's riverfront on July 23-26, after attending America’s 250th anniversary celebrations at the Port of New York and New Jersey for Sail 250.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738d4c2e312a07fab6f3a_1787263949821.mp42026-08-20T22:12:30.292Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/boogie-tudor-former-property-manager-for-media2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738d6867e5416393b9e2f_1787263941308.pngThe Island PacketBoogie Tudor, former property manager for media mogul Ted Turner's St. Phillips Island, and his wife Jo Tudor, talk about the erosion to the beach in front of the homes on the barrier island on May 8, 2026, located in South Carolina.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738d6867e5416393b9e2f_1787263941308.mp42026-08-20T22:12:21.984Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/work-continues-for-the-new-157-unit-workforce2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738d7b195baeb2f30a9d3_1787263930947.pngThe Island PacketWork continues for the new 157-unit workforce community, a partnership between the Town of Hilton Head Island and OneStreet Residential that will require 100% of its residents to be employed on Hilton Head Island in this footage filmed in March 2026.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738d7b195baeb2f30a9d3_1787263930947.mp42026-08-20T22:12:11.437Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/hardeevilles-ts-conductor-human-resource-manager2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738d940bd711b56094f34_1787263916359.pngThe Island PacketHardeeville's TS Conductor human resource manager Jennifer Bell speaks on May 13, 2026, about the jobs they need to fill and the hourly pay they are offering to future employees. TS Conductor developed an Aluminum Encapsulated Carbon Core (AECC) that can increase the electric grid capacity without requiring new utility towers or poles.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738d940bd711b56094f34_1787263916359.mp42026-08-20T22:11:56.852Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/on-may-14-2026-at-1009-pm-about-85-seniors2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738da96bb57f46dc699e2_1787263898512.pngThe Island PacketOn May 14, 2026, at 10:09 p.m., about 85 seniors entered May River High School for a senior prank according to a Bluffton Police Department incident report.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738da96bb57f46dc699e2_1787263898512.mp42026-08-20T22:11:39.192Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/in-2023-the-town-of-hilton-head-bought-the-former2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738aa135c1a2454cc3b93_1787263847069.pngThe Island PacketIn 2023, the Town of Hilton Head bought the former Wild Wing Café for $4 million after the restaurant closed. On July 14, 2026, the town spent $100,000 to end a deed restriction, losing several parking spaces. Here are some plans for its future use.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738aa135c1a2454cc3b93_1787263847069.mp42026-08-20T22:10:47.739Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-widening-of-41-miles-of-us-17-to-four-lanes2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738ac95ed7ad75591ab0c_1787263820128.pngThe Island PacketThe widening of 4.1 miles of U.S. 17 to four lanes is soon to open according to the S.C. Department of Transportation's Craig Winn. Drone footage shows the widening process and the new signalized intersection with S.C. 315 on July 8, 2026, in Jasper County.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738ac95ed7ad75591ab0c_1787263820128.mp42026-08-20T22:10:20.719Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-beaufort-county-sheriffs-office-has-now2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738acc02f4227294c6491_1787263810336.pngThe Island PacketThe Beaufort County Sheriff's Office has now arrested six people as of July 10, 2026, in the Fourth of July beach shooting at Coligny Beach on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738acc02f4227294c6491_1787263810336.mp42026-08-20T22:10:10.821Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/eight-people-were-shot-on-the-fourth-of-july-at2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738accc3fa56fa85f35b0_1787263784720.pngThe Island PacketEight people were shot on the Fourth of July at Coligny Beach Park, one of Hilton Head's busiest beaches. Here's what the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office has releasedhttps://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738accc3fa56fa85f35b0_1787263784720.mp42026-08-20T22:09:45.406Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-lowcountry-immigration-coalition-held-a2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738acca83b50b170f0913_1787263769840.pngThe Island PacketThe Lowcountry Immigration Coalition held a protest at the Beaufort County Government Complex on June 5, 2026, in Bluffton. The same location where on May 29, 2026, ICE agents in tandem with the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office and S.C. Law Enforcement Division took several immigrants into custody.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738acca83b50b170f0913_1787263769840.mp42026-08-20T22:09:30.16Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-small-wireless-facilities-deployment-act-was2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738adc2092a03ba45971a_1787263751900.pngThe Island PacketThe Small Wireless Facilities Deployment Act was approved by S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster on Sept. 29, 2020, allowing and regulating the use of small wireless facilities.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738adc2092a03ba45971a_1787263751900.mp42026-08-20T22:09:12.22Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/unofficial-results-in-beaufort-county-in-the-aug2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738adf6c762addb6176be_1787263733938.pngThe Island PacketUnofficial results in Beaufort County in the Aug. 12, 2026, South Carolina Senate Primary for the late Lindsey Graham's senate seat.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738adf6c762addb6176be_1787263733938.mp42026-08-20T22:08:54.446Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/three-days-a-week-since-2009-thomas-allen-sr-sits2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738af9904aa42ba53f843_1787263711405.pngThe Island PacketThree-days a week since 2009, Thomas Allen Sr. sits on the side of Hwy. 21 in Beaufort County, S.C. greeting passing motorists with a wave. In this recording made on July 17, 2026, would make his 17th year of waving.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738af9904aa42ba53f843_1787263711405.mp42026-08-20T22:08:31.964Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/mayor-larry-toomer-speaks-about-his-friend-of-302026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738b0d8cb42a6a56c0478_1787263683272.pngThe Island PacketMayor Larry Toomer speaks about his friend of 30 years, Vo Sing Cong, who died earlier this year on his boats moored on the May River. The S.C. Department of Natural Resources led the removal of Cong's boats on Aug. 6, 2026, at the Alljoy Boat Landing in Bluffton.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738b0d8cb42a6a56c0478_1787263683272.mp42026-08-20T22:08:03.98Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/in-this-video-excerpt-robert-merchant-director-of2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738b30e512638a8115ace_1787263669304.pngThe Island PacketIn this video excerpt, Robert Merchant, director of planning and zoning, speaks at the Aug. 3, 2026, Beaufort County Natural Resources Committee meeting explaining current code does not include specific information on where a data center could be built.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738b30e512638a8115ace_1787263669304.mp42026-08-20T22:07:49.642Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/john-alexander-operations-manager-on-st-phillips2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738b6e4a1a7aa77481932_1787263654249.pngThe Island PacketJohn Alexander, operations manager on St. Phillips Island with the SC State Park Service, speaks on May 8, 2026, about old growth forest on island formerly owned by media mogul Ted Turner.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738b6e4a1a7aa77481932_1787263654249.mp42026-08-20T22:07:34.803Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/frankie-bones-restaurant-lounge-located-in-hilton2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738b78859df23df8d6d99_1787263647513.pngThe Island PacketFrankie Bones Restaurant & Lounge located in Hilton Head’s Main Street Village was broken into after closing July 28, 2026. The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office is investigating.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738b78859df23df8d6d99_1787263647513.mp42026-08-20T22:07:27.983Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/portable-surveillance-cameras-owned-and-operated2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738b8af713edf689a7159_1787263628302.pngThe Island PacketPortable surveillance cameras owned and operated by the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office were on Coligny on June 22, 2026, one of Hilton Head’s most popular beaches. The manufacturer, Verkada, builds high-resolution cameras with software that uses artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738b8af713edf689a7159_1787263628302.mp42026-08-20T22:07:08.858Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/ladys-island-resident-alex-holroyde-developed2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738baf51437597f17e31e_1787263611066.pngThe Island PacketLady's Island resident Alex Holroyde developed WoodsBridge app to inform drivers when the Richard V. Woods Memorial swing bridge opens, stopping traffic between Beaufort and Lady's Island. Now the app has morphed into TheBridge, which introduces three more bridges in the Charleston, S.C. area.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738baf51437597f17e31e_1787263611066.mp42026-08-20T22:06:51.451Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/originally-found-in-georgia-but-now-in-southn2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738bb541d44eab658be8a_1787263603583.pngThe Island PacketOriginally found in Georgia but now in Southn Carolina, the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) offers these tips in identifying the pest to report your findings to your state regulatory official.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738bb541d44eab658be8a_1787263603583.mp42026-08-20T22:06:44.034Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/sc-department-of-transportations-widening-of-us2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738bcf762149a1023f57b_1787263596599.pngThe Island PacketS.C. Department of Transportation's widening of U.S. 17 in Jasper County —completed on July 31, 2026, — included adding a continuous green signal at its intersection with S.C. 315. Here’s how it works.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738bcf762149a1023f57b_1787263596599.mp42026-08-20T22:06:37.306Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/on-july-28-2026-the-city-of-beaufort-will-remove2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738bd5db9c1a6e955b99c_1787263590271.pngThe Island PacketOn July 28, 2026, the City of Beaufort will remove a palmetto tree at Boundary and Charles streets that has a carving made by Hugh Patrick Knox Corry. Better known locally as "Driftwood," the art will be displayed at a city park after it has been preserved.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738bd5db9c1a6e955b99c_1787263590271.mp42026-08-20T22:06:30.936Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-georgia-department-of-transportation-will2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738be4c6009ba91491367_1787263584725.pngThe Island PacketThe Georgia Department of Transportation will issue wind advisories beginning in 2026 instead of closing Savannah's 185-foot tall, iconic cable-stayed bridge. This video offers two routes to cross the Savannah River with bridges lower than 60 feet that are less susceptible to winds.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738be4c6009ba91491367_1787263584725.mp42026-08-20T22:06:25.23Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/at-a-town-of-hilton-head-island-town-council2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738bf5a64242944438354_1787263577793.pngThe Island PacketAt a Town of Hilton Head Island Town Council workshop on July 28, 2026, engineers proposed reconfiguring intersections along U.S. 278. This video shows the proposal for the Squire Pope intersection.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738bf5a64242944438354_1787263577793.mp42026-08-20T22:06:18.194Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-county-sheriff-pj-tanner-addresses-the2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738c2ac7f38341a70e7d7_1787263566431.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort County Sheriff PJ Tanner addresses the media on July 5, 2026, a day after a shooting that left eight people injured at Coligny Beach on the Fourth of July on Hilton Head Island.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738c2ac7f38341a70e7d7_1787263566431.mp42026-08-20T22:06:07.392Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/ana-rojas-owner-of-island-bagel-deli-stands-with2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738c3c486e03a01af4d08_1787263549764.pngThe Island PacketAna Rojas, owner of Island Bagel & Deli, stands with her family and employees outside their newest restaurant for its ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Bluffton.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738c3c486e03a01af4d08_1787263549764.mp42026-08-20T22:05:50.118Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/a-deadly-stabbing-took-place-at-a-bluffton2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738c4b0ebcd5a5325f04c_1787263535188.pngThe Island PacketA deadly stabbing took place at a Bluffton apartment complex on June 16, 2026. Police say it was a domestic attack.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738c4b0ebcd5a5325f04c_1787263535188.mp42026-08-20T22:05:35.582Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/work-continues-on-the-16-million-streetscape2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738c599674f8f8cc50da9_1787263517621.pngThe Island PacketWork continues on the $16 million streetscape project along Paris Avenue as photographed on Aug. 7, 2026 in the Town of Port Royal.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738c599674f8f8cc50da9_1787263517621.mp42026-08-20T22:05:18.16Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/beaufort-residents-stood-before-city-council-at-a2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738c73dd336077a35aa8a_1787263478733.pngThe Island PacketBeaufort residents stood before city council at a July 7, 2026, work session seeking answers to the tree cutting underway by Dominion Energy that they feel is too severe.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738c73dd336077a35aa8a_1787263478733.mp42026-08-20T22:04:39.144Znohttps://theislandpacket.begenuin.com/video/the-historic-bluffton-foundation-is-selling-its2026-08-20https://media.begenuin.com/uploads/thumbnails/6a8738c8163ad93f867d80a0_1787263425606.pngThe Island PacketThe Historic Bluffton Foundation is selling its historic Heyward House, circa 1841, to a private owner. The home, built by the enslaved, was purchased in 1998 and preserved by the foundation.https://media.begenuin.com/temp_video/6a8738c8163ad93f867d80a0_1787263425606.mp42026-08-20T22:03:46.316Zno