🌱 Emergency Shelter From Hurricane + Remote Work & Learning For BCSD

Hello, friends! Lauren Kubiak here with your Thursday edition of the Hilton Head Patch newsletter, full of all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Rain and wind. High: 84 Low: 68.
• Friday: Plenty of sun. High: 84 Low: 68.

Here are the top three stories today in Hilton Head:

1. An emergency shelter has been set up at Ridgeland School in Jasper County for those seeking refuge from Hurricane Idalia. Managed by Jasper County Emergency Services in partnership with local authorities, this shelter can provide temporary accommodation for people and their pets. Avoid calling 911 for shelter inquiries; instead, contact 843-726-4421. If you are evacuating with a pet, check the pet disaster kit checklist first. (Town of Hilton Head Island Government via Facebook)
2. Due to the anticipated severe weather from Hurricane Idalia, the Beaufort County School District (BCSD) will hold an eLearning and remote work day today (Aug. 31), with district buildings closed. This will help to prevent makeup days in the future. Extracurricular activities and afterschool programs for these days are canceled, and families experiencing travel or utility issues should contact their child's school. The decision is made in consideration of factors including safety concerns due to projected high winds. (Beaufort County School District via Facebook)
3. Mobility City Holdings has announced the grand opening of its Hilton Head showroom in nearby Bluffton, servicing the Lowcountry area from Hilton Head to Savannah, GA. Led by Charlie Guilbert, the showroom offers a range of mobility equipment and certified service technicians who can provide repairs on-site. The company aims to provide solutions for mobility equipment shopping, repair, and rental, focusing on assisting disabled seniors and veterans in the region. To learn more about the Mobility City of Hilton Head call 843-949-3115. (einnews.com)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Hilton Head:

Thursday, August 31

• Live Music At Hurricane Bar (6:00 PM)

Friday, September 1

• Keystone Postcard At Omni Oceanfront Resort (12:00 PM)
• First Friday At Downtown Beaufort (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• After reaching record highs in 2022, nationwide rates of catalytic converter thefts appear to be on the decline for the first half of 2023. In South Carolina, catalytic converter thefts have decreased by 32.14 percent from 2022, though rates are still up over 1,293 percent from 2019. (BeenVerified)
• Due to the weather, all Beaufort County buildings, programs, and schools will be closed on today (Aug. 31). Emergency services will continue to operate but all County Parks and Recreation programs are canceled. (Beaufort County Government SC via Facebook)
• Beaufort County Gov. is introducing new social media platforms for Instagram (@beaufortcounty.tv) and X, formerly known as Twitter (@/BeaufortTV), dedicated to BeaufortCounty.tv content. These accounts will cover county meetings and shows like Our Schools, Coastal Creatives, Sea Island Spirits, and Lowcountry All Stars. Follow these accounts for updates, highlights, and information about upcoming shows. (Beaufort County Government SC via Facebook)

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That's it for today. See you all soon for another update!

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.