Daily editionFriday, October 9th, 2026
Good morning, Bluffton.
The 5AM Bluffton Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of October.
Community
The Penn Center on St. Helena Island got a $750,000 grant to preserve the 95-year-old Butler Building originally used for Penn School classrooms.
Work on the foundation and roof will begin in the first quarter of 2027 to protect the center’s historic role.
The Post and CourierRead more
Health
On Oct. 1, Beaufort Memorial honored more than 200 healthcare employees for a total of 2,255 years of service at its annual awards ceremony that celebrated milestones from 5 to 35 years.
The event showcased the dedication to patient care in the Lowcountry.
Beaufort Memorial HospitalRead more