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Daily editionTuesday, October 6th, 2026

Good morning, Hilton Head Island.

The 5AM Hilton Head Island Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of October.

Culture

  1. The Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival, celebrating 22 years of local tradition, runs daily from Oct. 9 to Oct. 18 in Bluffton and features locally harvested seafood, Lowcountry dishes, and a juried fine art show with over 100 artists plus a street fest on Oct. 17 and 18.

    Hilton Head Island Chamber of CommerceRead more

  2. Art exhibit Finding the Rhythm of Nature: Art That Makes You Smile by John K. Crum is on view at Art League Gallery from Oct. 13 through Nov. 13.

    A free artist reception is set for Oct. 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. and a demonstration for Oct. 30 at 10:30 a.m.

    Hilton Head Island Chamber of CommerceRead more

Sports

  1. Tickets for the 59th RBC Heritage, a golf tournament with a $20 million purse, are now on sale for April 12-18, 2027 at Harbour Town Golf Links.

    Organizer options include daily, weekly and hospitality packages, and eligible military members may get a discount.

    WJCLRead more