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State approval of Pinckney Point docks, boat ramp draws fire
A state decision allowing a Florida developer to build docks, boat lifts and a community boat ramp on a peninsula between the Okatie and Colleton rivers faces growing opposition from residents, local elected ...
David Lauderdale's blog: Is it too late to keep Bluffton weird?
Submitted by dlauderdale on July 18, 2008 - 12:08pm. Checking our pulse: Yesterday, I got a T-shirt in the mail from a friend in Austin, Texas.
Bluffton man sought on fondling charge
A 20-year-old Bluffton man is wanted for allegedly breaking into a home and fondling a woman while she slept, according to a Beaufort County sheriff's report released Tuesday.
Three former Bluffton police officers allege discrimination
Three black former Bluffton police officers filed complaints last month with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleging they were discriminated against by the Bluffton Police Department because ...
Upcoming events at the Society of Bluffton Artists
Some upcoming events at the Society of Bluffton Artists: EXHIBIT The Society of Bluffton Artists will present "Earth, Sky and Sea," the artwork of Alicia Olea-Bell from Aug.
Two suspects held in Bluffton convenience store heist
Two men being held on charges stemming from the armed robbery of a Beaufort fast-food restaurant last month now face additional charges for allegedly robbing a Bluffton convenience store in May.
Lack of rights of way halt Bluffton sidewalk work
Two stretches of new sidewalk in old town Bluffton scheduled for completion last week end before they're supposed to because the town failed to secure easements from private property owners.
Bluffton man held after allegedly threatening clerk with broken beer bottle
A 20-year-old Bluffton man was arrested late Monday after he allegedly stole beer, broke one of the bottles and threatened to stab a gas station clerk who confronted him, authorities said Tuesday.
Bluffton officials propose shifting runoff to protect the May River
In an effort to save the May River from pollutants and bacteria, Bluffton officials plan to redirect stormwater from the May northward to the Colleton River.
Pit bulls kill pet Pomeranian in Island West
Two pit bulls broke free from their home in greater Bluffton on Saturday, attacking and killing a Pomeranian in front of the dog's horrified family, according to a Beaufort County sheriff's report released ...
Bluffton may preserve former slave's home
Photo: Bluffton's Planning Department might preserve this house, the home of former slave Cyrus Garvey.
Subway armed robbery suspects arrested
Two armed robbery suspects were apprehended this morning shortly after robbing the Subway at 80 Baylor Drive in Bluffton.
Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville all grow in Census count
Think the Charleston metro area has been getting more crowded lately? You're right.
No surprise: Bluffton and Hardeeville populations growing. But by how much?
As expected, the number of people living in Bluffton and Hardeeville grew from July 2006 to July 2007, according to population estimates released today by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Photo: Criss-crossing power lines all but hide the steeple of First Baptist Church of Bluffton on Wednesday as seen from the northeast corner of the four-way stop with Boundary Street and May River, Bluffton ...
New hamburger joint coming to Bluffton
A Virginia-based burger chain known for its hand-cut fries and cult-like following is coming to greater Bluffton.
Man uses BB gun in island robbery, Sheriff's Office says
A 23-year-old Bluffton man faces charges for allegedly trying to rob a man with a BB gun and then shooting him when he refused to hand over any money, authorities said.
Bluffton man accused in assaults is arrested
A Bluffton man accused of two violent attacks at different Hilton Head Island bars on the same night was arrested late last week, according to a Beaufort County sheriff's report released today.
Bluffton character -- What is it? And how can developers get it?
Photo: The post office at Bluffton Village is a commercial building that town leaders say reflects Bluffton character.
A panel assembled by South Carolina's governor has 50 recommendations on how the state can reduce greenhouse gas emissions.