Poa Annua: Bad or Good for Golf?
Poa annua is the scourge of all golfers. Poa annua, or annual meadow grass (known in America more commonly as annual bluegrass or simply poa), is ... Keep Reading
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Blue Bottle Trees in the Lowcountry
Garden Art of Blue Bottle Beauty! A drive through America’s old south will lead you to encounter a tradition kept alive through our Gullah ... Keep Reading
A Bluffton Chicken Story
Easter is just around the corner, and that means chicks will be everywhere! These little bundles of joy remind us of the wonders of nature and new ... Keep Reading
Places to Stay in Bluffton
Make memories that will last a lifetime by heading to Bluffton, SC! With plenty of lodging options available for well-loved family traditions or any ... Keep Reading
The Adaptable Opossum
In 1608, Captain John Smith named a small marsupial after the Algonquian term “Opossum” meaning “white animal.” Growing up in the Southern ... Keep Reading
Michael Schwartzkopf: Veteran Bluffton Volunteer
Bluffton Volunteer Joins Board of Directors Executive Director Marcus Tanner welcomed Schwartzkopf to the Board. “The Bluffton area is growing and we ... Keep Reading
Red Cedar Foxes Trot 5K Race
Red Cedar Elementary School holds race to promote health and fitness for all ages. Red Cedar Elementary School announces the 12th Annual Red ... Keep Reading
Volunteer This Year in Bluffton
It's a new year, and that means it's time to set some resolutions. Why not make one of them to volunteer more? Volunteering is a great way to give ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Grows Up
Once a summer retreat, Bluffton has truly come into its own as a well-established community. The Town of Bluffton has experienced tremendous ... Keep Reading
Library Launches First StoryWalk
Walk along the path and read the pages of our featured book! The Beaufort County Library launches their official StoryWalk® project! A StoryWalk ... Keep Reading
Keeping Christmas Plants
Now that the Holidays are over and a new year is upon us, it's time to rid your environment of all Christmas decor. Well, not so fast. Not all of it. ... Keep Reading
First Tee of the Lowcountry
First Tee of the Lowcountry invites local kids and teens to join them for the day and enjoy their facilities. First Tee strives to empower local ... Keep Reading
“Farm to Resort” Makes for a Winning Partnership
Farm-to-resort is a movement that is taking over the travel industry. What is it? It's pretty simple. Farm-to-resort is the idea of sourcing food and ... Keep Reading
HH Distillery’s Poinsettia Punch
The Christmas punch has a long history. It can be traced back to Persia where people consumed an ancient drink called "Panj" made of brandy mixed ... Keep Reading
Where to Attend Christmas Services
Christmas: The Time of year we celebrate our faith and good will toward men. There are many church services in the area with different denominations, ... Keep Reading
Old Town Bluffton’s Past to Present
The first homes in Bluffton were constructed during the early 1800s. Area plantation owners sought the high ground and cool summer breezes from ... Keep Reading
About Bluffton’s Historic Preservation Commission
So what is the Bluffton's Historic Preservation Commission? Historic preservation is an endeavor that seeks to preserve, conserve and protect ... Keep Reading
Best Boozy Brunches in Bluffton
Looking to enjoy brunch with sparkling wine and mimosas, bloody marys, creative cocktails, an indulgent brunch menu and first-class service? Who ... Keep Reading
Bluffton’s Tours
Visiting Bluffton? Be sure to tour the town's waterways, Old Town Bluffton and historic sites. From leisure to intriguing educational tours, there ... Keep Reading
The Garvin-Garvey House: A Piece of Bluffton SC History
The Garvin-Garvey House is a historic house located in Bluffton, SC. The house was built in 1868 by freedman Augustus Garvin and his wife, Louisa ... Keep Reading
Bluffton’s Best Gift Shops
If you're looking for the best places to do your holiday shopping in Bluffton, you'll love our list of local gift stores! These shops are sure to ... Keep Reading
Playtime is Coming to the New Riverside Area of Bluffton, SC!
If you have children, or if you are just a big kid at heart, then you will be excited to hear that a new playground is coming to the New Riverside ... Keep Reading
RV Resort Offers Luxury on Wheels
Hilton Head National RV Resort offers the ultimate in upscale RV vacationing. Hilton Head National RV Resort's 97-acres sits adjacent to the ... Keep Reading
Find the Perfect Property with Colleen Sullivan and Tasha Smith
If you're looking to buy or sell real estate in Bluffton, SC, you'll want to find an experienced, committed and successful agent. Colleen Sullivan ... Keep Reading
The Hognose Snake: Nature’s Best Actor
The hognose snake has a unique ability- it can play dead! This means that when threatened, this shy species will coil up and lay motionless on ... Keep Reading
The Bluffton Parkway: Everything You Need to Know
Are you looking to move to Bluffton? Or are you a long-time resident of the area and are curious about the Bluffton Parkway? Either way, this blog ... Keep Reading
Food – Fresh from the Sea
Seafood is a way of life in the Lowcountry. The harvesting of seafood has a long history dating back to when people first began fishing in the ... Keep Reading
Camp the Lowcountry this Season!
The fall season in South Carolina provides you with plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun, so pack up the car and don't miss your chance! The ... Keep Reading
Palmetto Bluff Introduces The River House
The River House is a culinary celebration of this relationship and our professed love for the land and waters of the Lowcountry. The ... Keep Reading
A Fishing Lesson
"Dad," he said with intentionality in his voice, "where did that fish come from?" I turned to see my son looking up at a trophy fish on the wall of ... Keep Reading
A Short History of R.T. Wilson, Jr. and Palmetto Bluff Plantation: Part II
This article continues the story of my grandfather, H. G. Rubert, and his life serving as private secretary to R.T. Wilson, Jr., the multi-millionaire ... Keep Reading
Tidal Creeks
As our population continues to grow, it is important to understand the effects that this has on our environment. One of the most noticeable ... Keep Reading
Fun Things to Do in Bluffton: A Guide to the Best Activities in Town
If you're looking for some unique things to do in Bluffton SC, look no further! We've put together a list of the best activities and fun adventures in ... Keep Reading
Anhinga, Anhinga!
Have you seen something that looks like a snake, but also a bird, in the lagoons? Anhinga Anhinga is the scientific name for this diving bird ... Keep Reading
K1 Speed Bluffton: The Fastest Way to Have Fun!
If you're looking for a fun and exciting experience, look no further than K1 Speed Bluffton! Our go-karts are the fastest in town, and we ... Keep Reading
Ode to the Swamp
No doubt, it is easy to think we own the world and all of its hidden places, and that we may walk through the wilderness like kings and make it ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Bobcats High School Football: A Tradition of Excellence
It's that time of year again! The days are getting shorter, school is starting and high school football is in full swing. One of the most ... Keep Reading
Revisiting Roots with Farming
In five generations, my heritage has evolved from farming the land to shopping at Kroger. Instead of living on and working my great, great ... Keep Reading
Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
217 Goethe Road | Bluffton | 843-757-1010 ... Keep Reading
The Shore Notes GOTTA SING!
Do you love to sing in the shower? Croon in the car? Are you a frustrated Diva? If so, then you need to explore the wonderful singing ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Back in Time
When you look around Bluffton today there are hundreds of places to shop. Everything you might wish for is there for you. The Promenade, Calhoun ... Keep Reading
A Second Chance at Life for Stephen Golis
As a seven-year-old, the world is at your fingertips. At just seven years old, Stephen Golis found out that these growing pains weren’t just ... Keep Reading
A Feast for the Senses
Music and food. Food and music. Two great things that go together (unless the music is too loud or the food is over-seasoned). There’s a link ... Keep Reading
The Perfect Peach Pie Recipe
Georgia is the "Peach State," but, did you know that South Carolina actually produces more peaches than our neighbor? During a normal year, South ... Keep Reading
Lowcountry Voodoo A-Z
Voodoo is a very important part of Gullah culture. Hoodoo you do? Roots, hexes and spells Asphidity bags; Dr. Buzzard, haint blue, And riding ... Keep Reading
Second Home Ownership
Many of you reading this article have vacationed in the Lowcountry many times before. During some of those trips you may have looked through real ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Music Venue Guide
Roasting Room Lounge & Listening Room 1297 May River Rd. (419) 733-0736, roastingroomlounge.com Toomers’ ... Keep Reading
A River Party at the Sandbar
Surveying the horizon and tide table it became clear a river party should be organized. The tide was high and about to turn and, with nary a ... Keep Reading
Preserving Bluffton’s Historic Properties
In the last two decades, Bluffton has seen a great deal of growth. Just look at the new houses and buildings in the Historic District. Tabby ... Keep Reading
Taking the Inside Path
Most golfers fail to optimize distance and accuracy because their club takes the outside-in instead of taking the inside path. When most golfers get ... Keep Reading
