BEAUFORT COUNTY NEWS HEADLINES JULY 3 2024 Watch LIVE wwwBeaufortCountytv

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https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/news/ https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/bctv/ • The Beaufort County News Headlines presented by Matt Goldin. • ***STORY 1**** • Following nearly half a century in public service — including three decades in Beaufort County — Coroner David Ott is hanging up his last of many hats. His retirement in January will cap off a four-year term of continual achievements at his office, including his recent recognition as the state’s top coroner. • • “My heart has always been with helping the citizens of Beaufort County,” said Ott, who last week was named 2024’s coroner of the year at the South Carolina Coroners’ Association’s annual conference. It’s not only a first-time achievement for Ott, who had been nominated twice before; he also made history as the first coroner from Beaufort County to receive the statewide award. • • Ott was elected coroner in 2020 following 11 years in the coroner’s office as both a deputy and chief deputy coroner. The Beaufort native graduated from Battery Creek High School in 1977 and quickly began a long career in law enforcement, including early positions at police departments in Jeffersonville, Ga., and Gray, Ga. • • ***STORY 2***** • A surprisingly intimate collection of artifacts linked to enslaved people has been pulled from mud in South Carolina’s Lowcountry, according to researchers with the University of North Georgia. Among the “organic remains” were shoe soles, belt leather and remnants of meals. • • The discoveries hint at a treasure trove of artifacts buried at the 19th century “labor camp” between the North Santee River and South Santee River, according to Dr. Kendy Altizer, an assistant professor of anthropology at the University of North Georgia. Tenants of the “remote” settlement northwest of Charleston included entire families who worked rice fields starting around 1840. • • ***STORY 3** • With the nation’s 248th anniversary being celebrated this week, fireworks displays are rightfully expected and with the Thursday timing of July 4, many are taking Friday away from the office to create the rarest of summer treats: a four-day-long warm weather holiday. With the pageantry of parades and fireworks shows also comes the attendant traffic snarls and parking spot hunts. Arriving early and packing an extra dose of patience is key to enjoying the evening. Here’s where to go to see the fireworks and how to navigate the surface streets and highways for a smooth commute. HILTON HEAD ISLAND • • On Hilton Head Island, Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina is hosting the regions largest celebration, the annual Fourth of July Harbourfest Fireworks Show. The free event is open to the public starting at 5:30 p.m. Fireworks will start as soon as the sky gets dark. But events are planned leading up to the show including Entertainer Shannon Tanner’s family show runs from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Cappy the Clown will be on site from 6 to 9 p.m. offering face painting, balloon animals, sand art, glitter tattoos and a variety of games. For an additional cost, children can visit bounce houses or have a train ride around the marina promenade. Food and drink can be purchased from vendors and restaurants during the event. Guests are asked not to bring coolers. • PORT ROYAL The Town of Port Royal is hosting a fireworks display on Sands Beach. The free event starts at 6 p.m. and fireworks will begin after sunset. Food vendors for the event include Fly Pies, hamburgers and hotdogs from local Boy Scouts, Lawyers BBQ, Snack Shack, Tropical Treasures and Blue Sky Italian Ice. Live music from DJ Kev Greaves and the Iron Mic Parris Island Marine Band will start at 8 p.m. and end when the fireworks begin. Pets are not allowed unless they are service animals. Coolers, firearms and concealed weapons are also prohibited at the event. Sands Beach Road will be shut down to traffic. • BEAUFORT On Friday, Beaufort’s First Friday will be “Red, White and Brews” themed. The monthly event is described as “a patriotic party where we blend the festive spirit of Independence Day with the community camaraderie of First Friday.” First Friday’s can be a busy area so those who aren’t interested in the festivities are encouraged to avoid the Downtown core of Beaufort from 5 to 8 p.m. • The city does not have anything planned for the Thursday, July 4.

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