🌱 HHI Firefighters Earn Award + Governor McMaster To Visit Aug. 26

Hey, neighbors! It's Tuesday in Hilton Head and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community today.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and humid. High: 94 Low: 78.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny and humid. High: 89 Low: 76.

Here are the top three stories in Hilton Head today:

1. Three Hilton Head Island firefighters earned an international award for bravery in the line of duty following their valiant rescue effort during a fatal house fire. The International Association of Fire Chiefs awarded the Ben Franklin Award for Valor—the association’s highest honor—for the crew’s performance during a fire in Palmetto Dunes in September 2022 that left one dead. The award honored the crew's heroic endeavors, which have left an indelible mark on the community. (Hilton Head Island Packet)
2. Governor McMaster will be visiting Hilton Head Island this week, speaking at the 360/40 Celebration community event on Saturday, Aug. 26. The celebration honors the 40th anniversary of the Town's incorporation and the 360th anniversary of the Island's sighting, featuring a diverse array of events held between Aug. 26 and Sep. 16 including picnics, concerts, tours, and more. (governor.sc.gov)
3. After the first day of school yesterday, Beaufort County principals provided a list of the top seven things parents should know ahead of the new school year. Principals reminded parents to stay up-to-date with school alerts through the BrightArrow system, get involved in classroom events through parent-teacher organizations, make sure immunization and SNAPCODE registration is correct, and more. Click the link for the full list to stay ahead of schedule this school year. (Hilton Head Island Packet)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Hilton Head:

Tuesday, August 22

• Hilton Head Island Farmer's Market At 70 Honey Horn Plantation Drive (9:00 AM)

Wednesday, August 23

• Taxes In Retirement Seminar At Buckwalter Recreation Center, Bluffton (10:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• The Town of Hilton Head Island is recruiting for a new Finance Director! This position drives fiscal strategy and ensures our community's financial well-being. Consider applying today. (Town of Hilton Head Island via Facebook)
• Kingdom Golf is returning to HHI from Sep. 21 -24! This four-day itinerary, featuring guest of honor Jack Nicklaus, will be filled with the best of golf entertainment and talent. Click here to learn more and register. (Visit Hilton Head via Facebook)
• Calling all vendors and artisans, applications are now open for Lowcountry Made’s Fall Markets in nearby Savannah! Markets this year include the Southern Barrel Bluffton Artisan Market, the Bluffton Night Bazaar, the Palmetto Bluff Farmers Market, and the Aquatera Peddler’s Market. All area farmers, producers, home bakers, food-related makers, food trucks, and artisans are encouraged to apply! (Savannah CEO)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all soon for another update!

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is an Editor for Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s in journalism. She was previously a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.