Daily editionTuesday, August 18th, 2026
Good morning, Bluffton.
The 5AM Bluffton Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of August.
Culture
Mitchelville Freedom Park on Hilton Head is set to become a 36-acre heritage destination that will feature an interpreter center, event lawn, replica general store and a special display of a traditional Gullah boat — with development guided by core values of freedom, democracy, citizenship and opportunity.
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Health
Beaufort Memorial has been named a 2026-2027 U.S. News Best Regional Hospital, ranking 7th statewide for its high quality care in eight areas+ it also earned a Forbes 5-star overall rating.
The honor underlines the hospital's commitment to serving the Lowcountry.
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