Daily editionWednesday, October 7th, 2026
Good morning, Bluffton.
The 5AM Bluffton Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.
Culture
American Pickers will film episodes on The History Channel across South Carolina in November as producers reach out to local Chambers of Commerce for leads on rare antique treasures.
Residents with unique items or interesting stories are encouraged to share details with the production team.
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Government
The VA broke ground on a new outpatient clinic in Port Royal for Beaufort-area veterans yesterday with federal, state, county and local officials in attendance.
The facility, which will replace the current clinic at Beaufort Naval Hospital and offer primary, mental health + specialty care, is expected to open in 2028.
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