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June 28, 2024
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Greers earn Order of the Palmetto By Jenny Peterson For Island Eye News Before even moving to the Palmetto state, Hank and Laurel Greer began donating to Sea Island Habitat for Humanity, an organization they discovered while vacationing in the Lowcountry. It was a testament to the couple’s commitment to giving back to the community and was just the beginning of their long legacy of spearheading transformative (continued on page 7)
The Battery by Scott Chinnes
Sullivan’s Island Advances Maritime Forest Trail Project By Joshua Uys For Island Eye News
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The Town of Sullivan’s Island is building a nature trail through the Maritime Forest from Station 16 to Station 18, linking the properties between Fort Moultrie National Park and the Sullivan's Island Lighthouse. While some residents welcome the decision, others expressed concerns about the project during the Town Council meeting on Tuesday, June 18th. “You are willing to compromise the safety, security, privacy, and quality of life or Sullivan's Island. (continued on page 3)