Barefoot S.C. man keeps septic tanks running Nov 21, 2009
The Lowthers work takes them throughout Beaufort County and into Hardeeville and Ridgeland ... Efforts are under way in parts of Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and northern Beaufort County to phase out septic tanks, especially in areas where they have failed. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Man, Mother Found In South Carolina Nov 20, 2009
Lt. Gary Woodward, of the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office, said the two were located at a Marriott Hotel. He said Mary Dotson was taken to a hospital in Beaufort and checked out due to her previous medical concerns. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Found US baby's mother is charged Nov 6, 2009
Susan Baker had told police the child - who was never found - disappeared while she had been sleeping, the sheriff's office in Beaufort County, South Carolina, told AP.. She was also convicted of a serious assault on a six-year-old girl in that state in 1987, police said. (BBC News -- Americas)
Emotional Fla. sheriff celebrates baby's survival Nov 6, 2009
FILE - This is a 2000 photo provided by the Beaufort County, S.C. Detention Center of Susan Elizabeth Baker after she was arrested and charged in the 1987 disappearance (Beaufort County Detention Center / AP). FILE - This is a 2000 photo provided by the Beaufort County, S.C. Detention Center of James Arthur Baker after he was arrested and charged in the 1987 disappearance of (Beaufort County Detention Center / AP). (Albany Times Union)
Baby Sitter, Mom Charged in Infant's Disappearance Nov 6, 2009
A sheriff's investigator from Beaufort County was sent to Florida to assist in the missing child case, spokeswoman Robin McIntosh said Wednesday. Shannon's grandmother Kandis Boyer told the News Herald that she left her Texas home at 6 a.m. Tuesday with her two daughters and drove to Chipley. (Fox News)
Missing Baby Found Alive Under Baby Sitter's Bed Nov 6, 2009
The child was never found, according to the Beaufort County, S.C., sheriff's office ... A sheriff's investigator from Beaufort County was sent to Florida to assist in the missing child case, sheriff's spokeswoman Robin McIntosh said Wednesday. (W-USA News, DC)
Four more libraries go live with S.C. LENDS Oct 26, 2009
The South Carolina State Library, along with Union and Beaufort County libraries, moved to the S.C. LENDS system on May 28. "The system provides cardholders from member libraries access to library resources from all S.C. LENDS libraries," said Laura Sponhour, statewide S.C. LENDS project manager. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Alligator takes off golfer's arm Oct 11, 2009
The man, in his 70s, was bitten by a 10-foot alligator Thursday afternoon at Ocean Creek Golf Course in Beaufort County. His name has not been released. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Golfer loses arm to alligator in on-course attack Oct 10, 2009
The man, who is in his 70s, was retrieving his ball from a pond when the 10-foot alligator bit him at Ocean Creek Golf Course in Beaufort County. The gator pulled the golfer into the pond and ripped off his arm in the struggle. (ESPN -- Golf)
Wilson gets warm welcome home in South Carolina Sep 30, 2009
I'm so grateful for the people of Beaufort County. " Wilson spoke for about 30 minutes atop a wooden platform on playground equipment at Jarvis Creek Park where the Republican Club hosted a picnic and silent auction. Two gubernatorial candidates and other elected officials also spoke during the event. The crowd of about 200 people appea 000038F6 red to support Wilson, whose outburst during Obama's speech has led to a flurry of supporters and opponents writing letters to the editor and also led... (Anchorage Daily News)
Counties deal with more unclaimed bodies Sep 7, 2009
Numbers are higher in Beaufort County, too, Coroner Ed Allen said ... Mr. Allen said he's also been consulting with Mr. Carlton about opening a pauper's cemetery in Beaufort County. (The Augusta Chronicle)
S.C. gov collected mileage from family-owned home Sep 4, 2009
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford charged the state $131 for mileage to drive from his family s plantation in Beaufort County to Columbia for a news conference in December, according to travel vouchers obtained by a Columbia newspaper. Federal tax laws don t allow someone to be reimbursed for traveling from home to work. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Dorchester game postponed with Raiders leading 14-7 Aug 22, 2009
We had a scrimmage last Tuesday, and then we had a practice canceled Wednesday, and we had a practice canceled because it was lightning again (Thursday) and then we had the two quarters Friday (in the Beaufort County scrimmage). That s not real good. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Implements STARLIMS Forensic LIMS Appliance in Under Two Weeks Aug 20, 2009
Aug. 19, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STARLIMS Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: - ), a leading provider of laboratory information management systems (LIMS), today announced that Beaufort County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) in South Carolina has implemented the STARLIMS forensic appliance in a quick and cost-effective manner. The STARLIMS Forensic Appliance, a new offering from STARLIMS, is specifically designed for small forensics labs that are implementing LIMS for the first time, and require a fail-proof... (Primezone Releases)
A conservative populist revolt Aug 19, 2009
I know that they re wrong because I hear that anger at the community forums I regularly hold in Beaufort County ... n Republican Tom Davis is a state senator from Beaufort County. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
S. Carolina schools consider free swine flu shots Aug 13, 2009
On Friday, state health officials will meet with school nurses at Beaufort County School District to discuss procedures on administering the swine flu immunization, according to district spokeswoman Carol Bruno. Sarita Chourey can be reached at (803) 727-4257 or. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Sanford's plane travels show need for change Aug 11, 2009
n Flights on five Thanksgiving weekends from the family s plantation in Beaufort County to Columbia for the Governor s Carolighting Ceremony. We note the final example specifically because it illustrates an important point. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
AP INVESTIGATION: SC gov's plane use questioned Aug 11, 2009
Also, on five of the last six Thanksgiving weekends, Sanford used a state plane to fly himself, his wife and their four sons from the family's plantation in Beaufort County to Columbia for the state Christmas tree lighting. The cost for those flights alone: 5,536, including 2,869 for flying the plane empty to pick them up. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Sanford’s wife and sons move out of S.C. governor’s mansion Aug 8, 2009
Governor Mark Sanford responded to questions about his wife and sons moving from the state residence in front of the Beaufort County Courthouse in Columbia, S.C. (Sarah Welliver/The Island Packet via Associated Press) By Associated Press / August 8, 2009. E-mail this article. (Boston Globe)
Orion Marine Group Announces a Contract Award of Approximately $16 Million Aug 6, 2009
Orion Marine Group's wholly owned subsidiary, Misener Marine Construction, Inc., was recently awarded a contract for a portion of the construction of a 4,211 foot long bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway in Beaufort County, South Carolina ... "We are proud to be a part of this significant project for Beaufort County," said Jim Rose, Orion Marine Group's Executive Vice President, Atlantic and Caribbean. (Primezone Releases)
Gullah Corridor panel seeking comment on SC coast Jul 27, 2009
The Gullah-Geechee Heritage Corridor Commission meets at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Bluffton branch of the Beaufort County Library. A second meeting is Tuesday at St. Stephen AME Church in Hardeeville while a third will be held Wednesday at the Bethel Baptist Church in Pineland. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Teeny, tiny zinger stingers cause itching, scratching, big spray sales Jul 19, 2009
They feed on decaying vegetation, particularly near saltwater marshes like those in Beaufort County, where the reeds offer garbage. to lay eggs in. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Sanford ally awaits SLED report Jul 2, 2009
Tom Davis, a longtime friend and former chief of staff to Gov. Mark Sanford, has been sticking up for the embattled governor, but today the Beaufort County senator said he expects to form my official position very shortly ... I have met today with the governor and members of his staff, I have had telephone conversations with my friend, Jenny Sanford, I have talked with the governor s legislative supporters and opponents, said Davis, a Republican who was elected last fall to represent Beaufort... (The Augusta Chronicle)
S.C. politicians wavering on Sanford Jul 2, 2009
" Verdin, chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, said he was "stunned, sickened and disgusted" by continuing revelations from the governor. "I feel his resignation would best serve him, his family and the citizens of South Carolina," Verdin told The News. Other Senate leaders who said they believe the governor should go include Sen. Larry Martin of Pickens, chairman of the Senate Rules Committee; Sen. Larry Grooms of Berkeley County, chairman of the Senate... (USA Today -- News)
Summers: Implementing property tax installment option would be costly May 26, 2009
Beaufort County Treasurer Joy Logan says there have been difficulties implementing an installment payment program but the results have been encouraging. "We started it for the 2009 tax year," Logan said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Port Royal sale can increase water access May 12, 2009
In the case of the sale of the Port of Port Royal property in Beaufort County, the state has the opportunity to use some proceeds to directly benefit citizens ... How much of it will be reinvested to directly benefit the people of Beaufort County and the Lowcountry ... Congestion at present facilities and the resulting difficulty in gaining access to state waterways -- particularly in fast-growing Beaufort County -- are a major issue. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Aggressively pursue stimulus funds Mar 29, 2009
Earlier this month, the Daily News reported that Beaufort, Hyde, Martin and Washington counties posted double-digit unemployment figures, and just last week, Beaufort County announced it will lay off some employees. The unemployment picture likely will get worse, according to Pat Oswalt, manager of the Employment Security Commission office in Washington. (Washington Daily News, NC)
S.C. shrimpers hope to learn Alaska's secrets Mar 23, 2009
Many small towns of the South hold annual celebrations championing their agricultural roots; one county celebrates its Watermelon Festival, coastal Beaufort County celebrates with the Shrimp Festival. Shrimp trawlers are part of many government and commercial logos down there, but it's gradually becoming a historic nod - like the fa. (Juneau Empire)
Circumstances reminiscent of 1893 Mar 18, 2009
"Pitchfork Ben" Tillman was South Carolina's governor when the hurricane of Aug. 27, 1893, struck Beaufort County. At least 2,000 people died in an area where African-Americans made up more than 80 percent of the population. (The Augusta Chronicle)
SC gov puts $3.5M beachfront home up for sale Mar 15, 2009
"The ultimate goal is to build more of a dream home on the family's farm down in Beaufort County," Sawyer said. The beach house is appraised at $1. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
SC teacher who shot foam dart at student resigns Mar 11, 2009
Beaufort County School District human resources officer Jacqueline Rosswurm says Baker did not give a specific reason. A sheriff's office report stated that on Feb. 23, Baker fired a foam dart at a 14-year-old girl in a "joking manner." The report states the dart hit the girl's left shoulder, and she then slapped Baker with the back of her hand. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
County Land Conservation Award Winners Announced Mar 8, 2009
Beaufort County Rural and Critical Land Preservation Program, Beaufort County, South Carolina. For detailed descriptions of the winning programs, visit. (PR Newswire)
Blackbeard group seeking an ‘Adventure’ Mar 6, 2009
The new nonprofit organization has plans to return Blackbeard s legacy, and some of the money associated with it, to Beaufort County by building a full-scale replica of Blackbeard s ship, the Adventure. The Adventure is the ship Blackbeard was aboard when he was attacked and killed at Ocracoke Inlet by British forces sent to deal with the pirate by the governor of Virginia. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Verizon Wireless Gives South Carolina Customers Something to Talk About With More Than $30 Million in Network Enhancements in 2008 Feb 28, 2009
Enhanced coverage in areas of Beaufort County including the town of Port Royal, along Highway 21 between Beaufort and St. Helena Island and Parris Island. Wireless coverage on Carnation Circle and Highway 17 near the Intracoastal Waterway in Myrtle Beach. (PR Newswire)
Litter battle is about more than volunteers Feb 21, 2009
"All of the state's 46 counties participate in the program, which began as a pilot project in Beaufort County in 1987 and went statewide in 1988.As much a display of citizenship as the program represents, it is not enough. Consider how few miles are being cleaned in comparison to the number of roads in the state -- just in Orangeburg County.The responsibility for litter is on the shoulders of every individual. There would be no need for such vast cleanup efforts if every person would be a good... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Beaufort strikes out in first inning of stimulus funding Feb 21, 2009
Beaufort County has struck out in the first inning of federal stimulus funding ... But Beaufort County will have two more chances to snag some federal cash ... Widening U.S. Highway 17 has topped Beaufort County s wish list to the state for the last five years. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Raiding conservation bank Feb 8, 2009
The fate of 162 acres on Lemon Island in Beaufort County illustrates the damage that can be done by a poor choice in the state legislature ... Conservation Bank money also was promised for the purchase of 5,000 acres along the Whale Branch River in northern Beaufort County ... It is not fair to the local partners in these deals -- the Beaufort County Rural and Critical Land Preservation Program and the Beaufort County Open Land Trust -- to renege on a good-faith promise. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Others' View Feb 8, 2009
The fate of 162 acres on Lemon Island in Beaufort County illustrates the damage that can be done by a poor choice in the state legislature. Upcoming Events. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
