Beaufort County voters will decide in November 2026 on a 1% transportation sales tax to raise $780 million for road widening, resurfacing, and safety projects across the county. Beaufort County residents will…
Back-to-School Safety in Beaufort, SC Police, Schools, and Parents Prepare for 2026
Beaufort County schools reopen with strict bus safety enforcement, school zone patrols, and weather precautions. Police, schools, and parents work together to protect students during the 2026 back-to-school season. As students across…
Police Search at Beaufort Memorial Hospital Ends Safely After Patient Incident
Beaufort Police searched Beaufort Memorial Hospital after a patient left unclothed. Officers quickly located him near Ribaut Road and returned him safely, highlighting hospital security and law enforcement coordination. A police search…
Beaufort SC Blood Drive Strengthens Community Health and First Responder Support
The Beaufort Police Department hosts a First Responder Blood Drive at 1901 Boundary Street, strengthening hospital supplies and community health. Discover how local residents, police, and firefighters unite to save lives and…
Beaufort Structure Fire Response at Historic Waterfront Building
Fire crews in Beaufort battled a working structure fire at a historic waterfront building. Learn how firefighters contained the blaze, the challenges of protecting heritage sites, and the importance of community vigilance…
Beaufort County School Zone Safety Initiatives Strengthening Student Protection
Discover how Beaufort County ensures school zone safety with emergency management plans, weapon detection systems, traffic enforcement, and parent communication protocols. Learn how layered strategies protect students and strengthen community responsibility. School…
Abandoned Boats Removed from Alljoy Public Boat Landing in Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County removed abandoned boats from Alljoy Public Boat Landing to improve safety, protect marsh habitats, and prepare for future redevelopment. The Alljoy Public Boat Landing in Bluffton, South Carolina, has long…
Top Scam Warning Signs: How to Spot and Prevent Fraud
Learn the top scam warning signs, including false urgency, impersonation, and unusual payment requests, to protect your money and identity from fraud. Scams have become increasingly sophisticated, targeting individuals through phone calls,…
Beaufort County Sheriff P.J. Tanner Announces Retirement After 28 Years of Service
Sheriff P.J. Tanner will retire on January 5, 2027, ending a 46-year law enforcement career. His leadership modernized the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, introduced forensic and intelligence upgrades, and built one of…
Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Expands Training Programs for Community Safety
The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office offers free training programs, including the Citizens Police Academy and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), to strengthen public safety and build trust between deputies and residents. Beaufort…