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From Hilton Head Island Packet, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Hilton Head Island PacketNov. 6

    Beaufort run to close swing bridge Saturday. How to navigate the traffic and race, on Hilton Head Island Packet

    Holy Trinity Swing Bridge Run will shut the Woods Memorial Bridge to traffic in Beaufort SC on Nov. 7, 2026; course, walk options, and triple crown series info.

In brief

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  • Swing bridgeThe Richard V. Woods Memorial Bridge on Business U.S.

    The Richard V. Woods Memorial Bridge on Business U.S. 21 closes today from 7:15 to 9:45 a.m. for the Swing Bridge Run 5K, SCDOT said. Cars, trucks and boats can't cross during the closure.

    Around South Carolina · Saturday’s editionSource: Hilton Head Island Packet

  • ThanksgivingThe free Community Thanksgiving Dinner runs 11 a.m.

    The free Community Thanksgiving Dinner runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thu., Nov. 26, at Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks, 1 Hudson Road. Everyone is welcome, and no reservation is required.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WJCL

  • Road workA portion of Paris Avenue in Port Royal closes to vehicles Sun., Nov.

    A portion of Paris Avenue in Port Royal closes to vehicles Sun., Nov. 8, through Wed., Nov. 11, weather permitting. The closure covers the stretch from near Parker's to just past Coast Roast, and shops and restaurants stay open.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WTOC