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Welcome to Lowcountry Islands

The Lowcountry is framed by the Atlantic Ocean on the east border, Charleston on the north border and Georgia to the south. The Lowcountry has cultural and a rich and extraordinary heritage. The splendid coastal sector of Beaufort, is composed of roughly 350,000 acres of marshes. Here the rivers of Ashepoo, Combahee and Edisto finish their voyage by running in the sea.

Amazing is the best manner of describing the Lowcountry of South Carolina and the surrounding sea islands. It is this arrangement which draws thousands every year to Hilton Head, Beaufort, Bluffton and the surrounding communities.

Today in the Lowcountry

Local news for Beaufort, SC continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.

Second Beaufort hotel robbed at gunpoint
Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:53:33 GMT -

For the second time this week, the Beaufort Police Department is investigating an armed robbery of a Boundary Street motel.

Rhett repeats call to secede
Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:53:38 GMT -

Photo by Gwyneth J. Saunders/Bluffton Today. Digital color manipulation by Barry Kaufman/Bluffton Today In July 1844, folks of all kinds slowly gathered under this ancient oak tree, awaiting the arrival of U.S. Congressman Robert Barnwell Rhett, invited by a Beaufort-Colleton committee of concerned gentlemen.

Jade Garden owner pleads guilty to aiding and abetting illegal immigrants
Sat, 31 Jul 2010 08:20:13 GMT -

The owner of the Jade Garden restaurants in Beaufort and greater Bluffton has pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting the transporting of illegal immigrants, according to a U.S. Attorney's Office news release Friday.

3 arrested in Hilton Head drug bust
Sat, 31 Jul 2010 04:05:44 GMT -

Three Hilton Head Island residents were arrested on drug charges Thursday after a sting operation at an island apartment, according to a release from the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office.

Coalition forms for school rigor discipline, courage
Sat, 31 Jul 2010 02:00:51 GMT -

A renegade Bluffton High School science teacher who had his district-issued laptop computer temporarily confiscated after he mass e-mailed co-workers about problems in the schools held a meeting Wednesday for a new community coalition to restore rigor, discipline and courage to the schools.About 20 people met with Michael Sanz at the Hilton Head ...

Seceding into history
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:27:28 GMT -

On July 31, 1844, Robert Barnwell Rhett stood in the shade of a giant oak tree in Bluffton and gave a fiery speech calling for the South to separate from the Union -- credited by some as the first call for secession.

Vietnam traumas still haunt ex-SEAL
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:03:22 GMT -

To order a copy of "Coming Full Circle" by former Navy SEAL David Morris, e-mail fullcirclebook@yahoo.com or call 843-525-6603. Cost is $14.95. When he tried to say their names, he felt as if an explosion blasted in the frontal lobe of his brain.

Military Honors for July 29
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 19:58:51 GMT -

Navy Seaman Recruit Charles Edwards recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

War stories sought for documentary
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:49:08 GMT -

Attention women in the armed forces: Your stories are wanted. A film crew from the University of South Carolina is compiling a multi-media documentary, "Always Coming Home," about the female soldier's experiences both in service and in civilian life in South Carolina.

Golf Packages and Vacation Resources

Home to some of the nation′s most renowned golf courses, the South Carolina Lowcountry provides the golfer a paradise that combines breathtaking, natural beauty with world-class courses. With many of the courses providing some of the best ocean golf in the country, you′ll enjoy your game like never before.

In the Lowcountry Islands Golf and Vacation Packages section, you will find the best selection of golf vacation packages for Hilton Head, Beaufort and the surrounding area. In fact, some of the best golf resorts and courses in the world are located in the Lowcountry.

 
55th Beaufort Water Festival - Summertime Spectacular

July 16 - 25, 2010
It is that time again, time for the Annual Beaufort Water Festival. This years event is shaping up to be the best ever! For more information:
    Offical Water Festival Web Site
    Event Schedule

 
Hilton Head Timeshares and Vacation Rentals

One of the Lowcountrys most popular vacation destinations, Hilton Head Island is home to many attractions and activities sure to please every vacationer. From championship golf courses and parasailing to more idle pursuits like sunbathing and fine dining, this small island combines the best of an Atlantic Coast vacation with the Lowcountrys unique and inviting character. Let us help you find the perfect oceanfront timeshare or vacation rental for your next vacation on Hilton Head – its sure to be one you and your family will never forget!

Beaufort Sportfishing Club

Beaufort Sportfishing Club The Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club is a great place to learn about inshore / near shore fishing and diving in the waters of the Lowcountry. Each month the club features guest speakers that provide current information on various topics of importance. They meet at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club facility.

For more information, you can visit the club website or call Captain Frank Gibson at 522-2020.

Frogmore Stew - Lowcountry Boil Recipe

Frogmore Stew - Lowcountry Boil If you visit Beaufort and the surrounding Lowcountry, you have to try the local favorite, Forgmore Stew at anyone of the many restaurants. The traditional Frogmore Stew (Lowcountry Boil) is usually served outdoors on paper plates on newspaper-covered picnic tables. Just pour the stew out on the table and let everyone have at it. This is a true Lowcountry tradition and you just can't find anything more enjoyable.

This following recipe will serve 6 to 8 people. However, the recipe can be easily adjusted for more or fewer people by allowing 1/2 pound of shrimp per person, 1/4 pound of sausage per person, 1 1/2 ears of corn per person, and 2 tablespoons of "boil" per gallon of water.

Ingredients:
6 quarts water
3/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning
2 pounds new red potatoes
2 pounds hot smoked sausage links, cut into 2 inch pieces
12 ears corn - husked, cleaned and quartered
4 pounds large fresh shrimp, unpeeled
(You can also add fresh crabs)Add partially cleaned but uncooked crab to the pot at the same time as the corn.

Preparation Time:15 Minutes
Cook Time:30
Total Time:45 Minutes

Directions:
Bring water and Old Bay Seasoning to boil in a large stockpot.
Add potatoes and cook for 15 minutes. Add sausage and cook for 5 minutes more. Add corn and cook for another 5 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and cook until shrimp are pink, about 5 minutes. Drain immediately and serve.

Be careful not to over cook the shrimp.

 
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