Island Vibes Story

If you own a dog, cat or other pet on Isle of Palms, be aware that it could easily be a victim of prey. Police have reported five coyote attacks on dogs so far this year, noting an increase over recent years. “However, in these cases, it’s our understanding that the dogs were off leash and either chased the coyote or ran towards the coyote,” said IOP Police Department Sgt. … [Read more...] about IOP Police Team Up With Trapping Company To Stave Off Coyote Attacks

Since summer of 2018, Isle of Palms Cleanup Crew has engaged thousands of volunteers in collecting more than 180,000 litter and debris items, as recorded in the Litter Journal of the South Carolina Aquarium’s Citizen Science app. Those who join us in our active calendar of litter sweeps – and those who pitch in on their own – should know with each item they collect that they … [Read more...] about Be Mindful of What You Bring to the Beach

Isle of Palms city leaders are already looking at alternate ways for meeting all budget projections, without having to increase future taxes. After much discussion, mulling over several options and trying to balance present costs with future debts, IOP City Council is set to approve a new budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The budget will include $29.1 million for projected … [Read more...] about City Budget Aims to Avoid Tax Increases

Moncks Corner resident Howard Hogue, commonly known as “Beach Santa,” has not only collected more than 1 million trash items along roadways, beaches, parks and boat landings since 2018, he has become the Lowcountry’s very own ambassador for cleaner beaches, cleaner living and a cleaner environment. “I often refer to him as our MVP,” said Susan Hill Smith, co-founder of the … [Read more...] about Hogue ‘Beach Santa’ Hits Milestone With 1M Piece of Trash Collected

Pamela and Bill Marsh are active retirees passionate about travel and ecotourism. They recently enjoyed a cruise in South America that took them to several breathtaking ports of call. Starting in the port city of Valparaiso, Chile, the couple explored Chile’s capital, Santiago. “This capital city boasts a rich repository of historic architecture, including the Palace … [Read more...] about Travel: A Sojourn To South America Is Good For The Soul