Bluffton Today

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Top boys performers this week, including lacrosse playoffs and two-homer baseball slugger

2 days ago | blufftontoday.com | Todd Shanesy

Here are the Upstate's top performers in high school boys athletics for the week of April 21-27. Please check back for updates. Tuesday, April 22BaseballEmory Horton, Boiling Springs: Horton pitched six innings and struck out nine batters, allowing a run on two hits, in a 3-1 win at Gaffney. Ian McCrary, Daniel: McCrary pitched 6.2 innings and struck out 11, allowing just one earned run on five hits and one walk in a 10-2 win against Blue Ridge. Need a break?
Here are boys lacrosse players in the Upstate to watch in the SCHSL state playoffs

3 days ago | blufftontoday.com | Todd Shanesy

The SCHSL high school boys lacrosse playoffs begin April 22 with the state championships set for May 2-3 at Irmo High School. Top players to watch include Lincoln Huskey and Parker Lamb (Boiling Springs), Jake Fowler and Cole Searfoss (Byrnes), and Hayden Smith and Jamison Porterfield (Dorman). Other notable players are Kai Smith and Hudson Medcalf (Eastside), Lincoln Oles and Will Wright (Greenville), Joseph Forbes (Hillcrest), and Hudson Cremmins and Aaron Humphrey (J.L. Mann).
Veteran receives new home in Hardeeville thanks to local organizations

1 week ago | blufftontoday.com | Shellie Murdaugh

OPFOB, a non-profit supporting veterans and first responders, partnered with Lennar's "Homes for Heroes" program for this project. The home is currently under construction with a projected move-in date of June. Strain was also offered a position in OPFOB's new service dog program. One local veteran and his family received a gift that will last a lifetime March 28 during an event held in Hardeeville.
Palmetto Plastics to bring 28 new jobs to Jasper County

1 week ago | blufftontoday.com | Shellie Murdaugh

Palmetto Plastics will open a new manufacturing facility in Hardeeville, Jasper County, creating 28 jobs. The company produces plastic components for cooling towers used in various industries. Operations are expected to begin in June at the 30,000-square-foot facility. State and local officials welcomed the company and its investment in the community.
Jasper County leaders discuss state of county during March 12 event

1 week ago | blufftontoday.com | Shellie Murdaugh

Leaders in Ridgeland, Hardeeville and Jasper County discussed their represented areas in the county during the State of the County Breakfast March 12 in Hardeeville. Jasper County leaders discussed the county's vision for the future, focusing on fiscal accountability, road improvements, and new facilities. Ridgeland addressed annexation requests and highlighted public safety efforts, including responses to a fire at the detention center and drug seizures at the correctional facility.
Sun City man defended by wife using tomato stake during alligator attack

1 week ago | blufftontoday.com | Shellie Murdaugh

A 77-year-old Sun City man was attacked by an alligator while spreading mulch in his backyard. The man's wife saved him by striking the alligator with a tomato stake until it released him. The man suffered lacerations to his leg and head and was transported to a hospital. The alligator was deemed aggressive and euthanized by authorities.
Burton students receive message before prom from first responders

2 weeks ago | blufftontoday.com | Shellie Murdaugh

Burton first responders and educators delivered an important message April 4 before prom season to students about the dangers of drinking and driving. Burton educators and first responders staged a mock car crash for Whale Branch Early College High School students to highlight the dangers of drunk driving. The realistic scene included extrication, emergency medical aid, and a fatality, demonstrating the potential consequences of impaired driving.
Bluffton Pool closed in June for repairs plans reopening in late May

2 weeks ago | blufftontoday.com | Shellie Murdaugh

The Bluffton Pool, closed since June 2024 for renovations, is tentatively set to reopen in late May 2025. Renovations include updates to the pool deck, exterior doors, air system, roof insulation, and interior facilities. While the Bluffton Pool remains closed, other Beaufort County pools, such as Alvin Settles, Battery Creek, and Beaufort Pool, are open to residents and guests. All Beaufort County Recreation Centers and pools will be closed on July 4th for Independence Day.
Derrell Jackson hired as Wren boys basketball coach, replacing Fran Campbell

2 weeks ago | blufftontoday.com | Todd Shanesy

Derrell Jackson, former Wren player and Easley coach, is returning to Wren as head boys basketball coach. Jackson replaces legendary coach Fran Campbell, who retired after 42 years and a state championship title. Derrell Jackson is going home. Wren announced Wednesday on social media that Jackson will take over as high school boys basketball coach for Fran Campbell, who retired last month after 42 years with the Hurricanes.
Tornado Watch issued for Jasper, Hampton counties until 6 p.m. Monday

2 weeks ago | blufftontoday.com | Shellie Murdaugh

Jasper and Hampton counties are under a tornado watch until 6 p.m. Monday and other counties could be added later in the day as conditions change. Following severe storms which raced through the Lowcountry last week, weather conditions in the lowcountry are once again forecast to possibly become severe Monday, according to the National Weather Service in Charleston.