🌱 Man Arrested For Selling Illegal Drugs + New Expungement Clinic

Hey, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Hilton Head Patch newsletter. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Sunny and cooler. High: 64 Low: 55.
• Thursday: Some sun, then turning cloudy. High: 63 Low: 54.

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Here are the top stories today in Hilton Head:

1. Anonymous tips led to the arrest of Christopher Herndon, a Hilton Head resident, for selling and distributing illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. The Beaufort County Sheriff's Office conducted a two-month-long investigation, which culminated in the execution of a search warrant at Herndon's home, where methamphetamine, cocaine, and firearms were seized. Herndon is currently facing multiple charges and is being held in the Beaufort County Detention Center. (ABC NEWS 4)
2. Residents in Beaufort and surrounding areas have the opportunity to remove some qualifying charges from their records through an expungement clinic being held in Old Town Bluffton. The clinic requires individuals to meet certain criteria, complete an application, and pay a fee. The Campbell Chapel AME Church will host the clinic on Mar. 27 from 12-3 p.m., and another clinic is planned for the Fall. (Hilton Head Island Packet)
3. Last week Beaufort County partook in the acknowledgment of Employee Appreciation Day and gave thanks to all the individuals who make Beaufort County the wonderful place it is. Without these individuals seeing the day-to-day in the area, the county would not be able to function. (Beaufort County Government SC via Facebook)

Today and tomorrow in Hilton Head:

Wednesday, March 8

• Singing Lions - Driessen Beach Park (1:00 PM)
• Wine Down Wednesday's For A Cause - Village At Wexford (5:00 PM)
• Anna Barnes Band - Black Marlin Hurricane Bar (6:00 PM)

Thursday, March 9

• Thirsty Thursday Wine Tastings - Hazel Dean's (4:00 PM)
• Sea Turtle Paint Party - Coastal Discovery Museum (5:00 PM)
• Black Stallion Estate Winery Wine Dinner - Frankie Bones (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• HEADS UP! The communications survey will be closing this Friday, Mar. 10. Everyone should know what is going on during the Town Hall meetings, so please take five minutes out of your day to communicate your preferred methods of communication. (Town Of Hilton Head Government via Facebook)
• If you feel like your family needs a new addition to the household, consider adopting a furry friend. There are many options available nearby, including cats, dogs, birds, and even pigs. You can browse the list of pets up for adoption and find the perfect new family member for your household. (Hilton Head Patch)
• Beaufort County Sheriff's Office has provided its Tuesday Traffic Tip: drivers and passengers alike should be sure to buckle up. This makes traveling much safer in case of accidents, but also it is the law in South Carolina! (Beaufort County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. I'll see you back in your inbox soon with 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.