Cross Schools in Bluffton has received a $2,500 STEM grant from Sparklight to support science and technology programs and help launch the school’s first Science Olympiad team. The award was …

The American home improvement industry is a $600 billion market. That’s billion with a B. Bigger than the airline industry. Bigger than the music, movie and video game industries combined. It …

As Mother’s Day approaches, many people find themselves thinking about the women in their families and the quiet ways they cared for them. One of those ways often lives in boxes, albums and …

Happy spring. As we begin to get out more, we are seeing many changes in our outdoor environment. Our lawns and plants are beginning to come out of dormancy, and color and growth are returning to our …

The pollen is building, the flowers are blooming and outdoor activities are ramping up. From golf tournaments and fishing to yard work and trips to the beach, there is plenty to do in the Lowcountry. …

If you have opened your phone lately and seen it recognize faces, group photos or even surface memories from years ago, you have already experienced artificial intelligence at work. It can feel …

Three words. That’s all it takes to make a homeowner shut down, change the subject or respond with the classic: “I don’t really have one yet.” Yes, you do. Even if you aren’t sure …

March has arrived, and it certainly feels like spring is right around the corner here in the Lowcountry. Over the past few weeks, we have experienced several warm days in the 70s and even the low …

South Carolina public service workers can now apply for down payment assistance through the state’s Palmetto Heroes Program, which offers $10,000 in forgivable assistance to help qualified buyers …

As we move deeper into 2026, one clear trend is shaping residential real estate transactions across the Lowcountry: financing is back in the driver’s seat. More than 50 percent of real estate deals …

With somewhat warmer weather and longer days approaching, now is a good time to take on long-neglected projects like spring cleaning, home repairs and yard work. As you take care of these projects, …

The Coastal Discovery Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, will host its annual Spring Native Plant Sale on Saturday, March 28, from 10 am to 1 pm. The sale will offer more than 115 native plant …

I realized most people are just winging life. They don’t have a plan. They are gambling on a wish and letting the day happen to them, over and over again. There’s a large difference between …

For three weeks now, the Nancy Guthrie case has captured the nation’s attention. These types of events also cause many to question their own safety and security. Many moved to Bluffton to avoid …

One way to not do it, is to skip the planning phase, then rush decisions or change your mind halfway through. Don’t talk to the subs and tell them what to do behind the project managers back or …

I hope everyone has been staying warm as winter makes its sweep across South Carolina. According to Punxsutawney Phil, our groundhog meteorologist, we can expect 6 more weeks of cool weather. I can …

Most homeowners compare contractor quotes the same way they compare gas prices. They line them up, circle the lowest number, and hope for the best. That’s fine if you want to end up stressed, over …

As we move through February 2026, Bluffton’s real estate market continues to be defined by one dominant theme: scarcity. While some seasonal softening is normal this time of year, the broader …

I feel like I should clean the house so I’m just going to sew until the feeling passes. There are many benefits to needlework, stress relief is one. Sewing has been shown to have a calming …

Every January, as we think about resetting habits and clearing clutter, one item quietly lingers on many to-do lists: organize the family photos. For some, it’s a plastic bin tucked in a closet; …