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01/20/2025

01/20/2025

Beaufort County Schools will have a 1/2 day Tuesday, no school on Wednesday. They will make a decision by Wednesday for school on Thursday.

Beaufort County School District Families- We hope you are having enjoyable Martin Luther King Day. After consultation with Emergency Management regarding projected snow and inclement weather, BCSD will have a half-day on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and an eLearning and remote workday on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 (assuming electrical and internet utilities are functioning). District buildings will be closed. All afterschool activities on Tuesday and Wednesday are cancelled. A decision regarding Thursday, January 23, 2025, will be communicated by 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday (after Emergency Management’s projection of road conditions). Half-day dismissal schedule for Tuesday, January 21, 2025: Elementary: 11:45 p.m. & Middle and High School: 12:45 p.m. Your child’s teacher and/or school will provide additional information about eLearning. Please know BCSD doesn’t make these decisions lightly. We have many factors to consider especially the timing of inclement weather that prohibits the safe travel of school buses. Please stay safe and continue to monitor the district’s websites and social media channels for the latest communications, as well as local media outlets for weather conditions.

01/09/2025

🚨 SCAM ALERT ADVISORY🚨

We have been made aware of a new scam circulating and want to make sure you know too.

Recipients are receiving emails or text messages claiming to be from Southern Connector and advising that there is an unpaid parking violation. The message states to avoid a late fee of $35 to pay the invoice immediately and to follow the link to do so.

DO NOT click on the link or type the link into your web browser. This is a scam site.

We know that many individuals have been traveling due to the holidays so please be leery of any suspicious messages related to paying some type of fee. If you feel like you've been a victim of a scam, report it by calling our non-emergency dispatch line at 843-524-2777.

12/28/2024

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12/03/2024

Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority offers tips to keep pipes from freezing this winter

Okatie, SC – (December 2, 2024) – As cold weather approaches, Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority (BJWSA) is reminding customers that they should take steps now to prevent their household water pipes from freezing.

“Sustained freezing temperatures can cause your pipes to freeze or even burst,” said BJWSA’s Director of Field Operations Andy Mattie. “It’s critical to know how to prepare ahead of and during below-freezing periods so you’re not facing significant damage and service interruptions.”

Fortunately, there are simple steps that residents can take in advance to ensure uninterrupted water service during frigid periods.

• Shut off and drain any outside faucets and irrigation systems not in use.
• Prevent drafts in unheated areas, such as crawl spaces or garages, by replacing broken glass or making other repairs.
• Have supplies such as heat tape, pipe insulation, a portable space heater and a hair dryer on hand.
• Locate and visibly mark the home’s master water valve. If a pipe does break, use this valve to turn off water to the home.
• Make sure the lids on outdoor meter pits are not broken or missing.

BJWSA also advises customers to take the following precautions in any unheated areas of their homes when temperatures drop below freezing:

• Wrap exposed pipes and spigots with insulation or heat tape. Proper and safe use of portable space heaters can also keep exposed pipes in drafty areas from freezing.
• For plumbing located on an outside wall, open cabinet doors beneath the sink to allow the warm air in the home to reach the pipes. If pets or small children are in the home, remember to take steps to keep them from discovering chemicals that may be in the cabinets.
• For uninsulated pipes and spigots, a slow steady drip from a downstream faucet is enough to keep water moving through pipes and prevent freezing. The additional cost of the water is cheaper than repairing ruptured pipes.
• If a pipe does freeze, and you can locate the frozen area, open a nearby spigot and use a hand-held hair dryer or heat tape to thaw the area. If this does not resolve the issue, contact a licensed plumber.

11/29/2024

🎶 Port Royal, get ready for some holiday cheer! 🎶

Join us on Sunday, December 15th, at 3:00 PM as the Parris Island Marine Band brings the spirit of the season to life with a FREE festive concert!

📍 Where: The Corner of Paris Ave. & Eighth St.
🎺 What: An unforgettable afternoon of music, community, and holiday magic

Bring your friends, family, and a cozy blanket or chair to enjoy this treasured tradition right in the heart of Port Royal. Let’s come together to celebrate the holidays and show our support for these talented Marines!

11/23/2024

11/21/2024

Get your NC Christmas tree and patronize small businesses!

Straight from the beautiful mountains of North Carolina! The Christmas Tree man is headed back to Bluffton! 🌲 🌲🌲

11/07/2024

Happy birthday US Marine Corps!

11/05/2024

11/04/2024

SUMMER CAMP FOR ADULTS!
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Sign up for Adult Pluff Mudder; a 4-day, Naturalist-led program that will teach you everything you need to know about the Lowcountry. Enjoy adventures both at the Maritime Center and at various locations around the Port Royal Sound.
Space is limited - you don't want to miss this experience!
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Camp starts Monday, November 11th
Visit our website to sign up: portroyalsoundfoundation.org

10/28/2024

If the teenagers are looking for some fun for Halloween send them to the Heyward House!