We take for granted that small appliances are safe, but in fact they can be dangerous if you are not careful. Microwaves: Never use an extension cord with a microwave – plug it directly …

As Hurricane Erin worked its way off the coast, many in the Lowcountry were breathing a collective sigh of relief knowing that the concern for personal safety and destruction of personal property is …

Sometimes the most difficult aspect of walking a dog, besides finding the most appropriate equipment, is getting the dog to pay attention to the person holding the leash. In many cases the loose …

Our “Bubba Arthur” is a significant yet often overlooked figure in Hilton Head Island’s history. He was a positive influence and an island icon whose life and legacy deserve …

For many homeowners, especially those at or near retirement age, selling a home isn’t just about moving — it’s about unlocking equity they’ve built over decades. But one of …

Life on the farm was peaceful and serene; you could hear a dog barking from a mile down the dirt road. If I was up at the barn, in the evening, the sky was like a black velvet canvas sprayed with a …

The capital markets have become an increasingly complex space for investors, complexities that are heightened by the sheer number of ways one can invest. Fortunately, necessity – often the …

Shark! It always amazes me how that one little word freaks so many people out. So many times, when I am out fishing with folks and it’s 95º outside, I suggest a quick dip but oh no, their …

Keeping your property “out of court” and “in your family” is the name of the game. Leaving your assets in a “spendthrift trust” for your loved ones, instead of …

Today, I invite you to walk with me to the pool of Bethesda found in John 5:1-9 where Jesus gave a command to the paralyzed man lying there: “Get up, pick up your mat, and walk.” He …

To prepare for August’s International Friendship Day, Bluffton celebrated global unity at the fourth annual International Friendship Potluck on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Organized by Catholics …

Don’t fret the end of the 2025 “Majors” season — although the books are now officially closed for this year’s Masters, PGA, US Open and Open Championship, it only …

The weather in Bluffton is, for the most part, one of the main attractions we had when we decided to move down. That said, there are some stretches where it really does give a very good insight into …

By Mr. David Peeples Every time I look back to prohibition days, I realize how lucky I am to be alive. Gangsters such as “Scarface”, Al Capone, and his henchman had no compunctions …

It’s no secret that financial issues affect everyone. Among the uninitiated, it is less well-known how they impact those of us who live with disabilities. Living these realities every day …

From the moment we’re old enough to follow instructions, we’re taught to conform. Line up. Sit still. Blend in. In school, we’re rewarded for raising our hands at the right time, …

In a moment of weakness, I bought something on the Internet late at night. It’s going to propel Hamish, my Scottish Terrier, into the 22nd century. That may sound a bit ambitious and a tad …

I’m old. How old, you may ask. Well, I’m so old, they won’t sell me life insurance. Forget guarantees. Of any sort. At my age, they are a “ha ha hee hee.” …

“What do you mean you can’t access it? Isn’t this your job?” is admittedly not the best way to speak to the woman at the Apple help desk. But I was three levels past breaking …

They can – but they’re not the whole story. If you’re living with peripheral neuropathy, you know just how tough symptoms can be. That burning, tingling, numbness, or weakness …