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Sports
Golfers on Hilton Head Island are fortunate to play on some of the most beautiful and well-maintained courses in the country. However, the condition of these courses depends significantly on the habits and etiquette of the players. Understanding and adhering to course care etiquette can help preserve the quality of…
Sports
Golf is not just about hitting the ball; it's also about respecting fellow players and the course itself. For residents and visitors on Hilton Head Island, where golf is a beloved pastime, adhering to proper etiquette can enhance the experience for everyone on the course. Here are some essential rules…
Sports
Golf is a beloved pastime on Hilton Head Island, where players of all skill levels come together on the lush courses. Central to ensuring fair competition among these diverse golfers is the Golf Handicap System. This system allows players to compete equitably, regardless of their experience or ability. A **Handicap Index**…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. This is a retranscription of one of the first Project and now officially re-released on November 19, 1993-- 130 years after it was spoken. We will rerelease the Inaugural Address of President Kennedy, officially on November 22, 1993, on the…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. JFK's Inaugural Address, January 20, 1961, 12:11 EST We observe today not a victory of party but a celebration of freedom. . . symbolizing an end as well as a beginning. . .signifying renewal as well as change for I…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. 1970's were produced in ALL CAPS, no lower case. The computers we used then didn't have lower case at all. *** The following edition of The Consitution of the United States of America has been based on many hours of…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. This is a retranscription of one of the first Project and now officially re-released on November 19, 1993-- 130 years after it was spoken. We will rerelease the Inaugural Address of President Kennedy, officially on November 22, 1993, on the…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. JFK's Inaugural Address, January 20, 1961, 12:11 EST We observe today not a victory of party but a celebration of freedom. . . symbolizing an end as well as a beginning. . .signifying renewal as well as change for I…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. 1970's were produced in ALL CAPS, no lower case. The computers we used then didn't have lower case at all. *** The following edition of The Consitution of the United States of America has been based on many hours of…
Business
As entrepreneurs on Hilton Head Island consider starting their own businesses, understanding the various business entity types is crucial. Each structure has distinct implications for liability and taxes, which can significantly affect the success and sustainability of a business. **Sole Proprietorships** The simplest form of business entity is the sole proprietorship. This…
Business
Micron Technology, a prominent U.S. memory chip maker, has made headlines this week as its stock surged more than 18 percent, pushing the company past the $1 trillion market capitalization threshold for the first time. This remarkable achievement comes after UBS, a major brokerage firm, more than tripled its price…
Business
As the tax season approaches, self-employed individuals on Hilton Head Island and beyond should be aware of the numerous deductions available to them. These deductions can significantly reduce taxable income, allowing small business owners to retain more of their hard-earned money. One of the most popular deductions is the home office…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. This is a retranscription of one of the first Project and now officially re-released on November 19, 1993-- 130 years after it was spoken. We will rerelease the Inaugural Address of President Kennedy, officially on November 22, 1993, on the…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. JFK's Inaugural Address, January 20, 1961, 12:11 EST We observe today not a victory of party but a celebration of freedom. . . symbolizing an end as well as a beginning. . .signifying renewal as well as change for I…
TEST POST — placeholder content. Real local reporting will replace this within 7–14 days. 1970's were produced in ALL CAPS, no lower case. The computers we used then didn't have lower case at all. *** The following edition of The Consitution of the United States of America has been based on many hours of…
Politics
A three-judge federal panel in Birmingham has ruled that Alabama's 2023 Republican-drawn congressional map intentionally discriminated based on race. The ruling found that the map only concentrated one of the state's seven districts with a majority-Black population, despite Black residents making up approximately 27 percent of Alabama's population. This decision…
Politics
In a stunning upset, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has defeated four-term incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Republican Senate primary runoff, securing approximately 64 percent of the votes compared to Cornyn's 36 percent. This victory marks the first time since at least 1970 that a challenger has unseated a…
Politics
In a significant political upset, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton triumphed over four-term incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate primary runoff election held on May 27, 2026. Paxton's victory by an estimated margin of 28 to 30 percentage points marks a historic low for an incumbent in…
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