King Tide is a commonly used term describing high tides that are higher than normal. They usually occur during a full or new moon or during specific seasons throughout the year. Charleston’s average high tide range is about 5.5 ft., but during a King Tide event, it can reach 7 ft. or higher.
King Tides can cause flooding in low-lying areas, resulting in road closures on Seabrook Island, as well as the Johns Island and Charleston areas. This is particularly true when a king tide coincides with significant rain and/or wind.
Mayor Kleinman will hold the first Community Town Hall meeting of 2026 on Wednesday, March 18, from 10:00 – 11:00 am in Council Chambers at Town Hall (2001 Seabrook Island Road). During this open forum, residents will have the opportunity to ask questions, explain any concerns, or provide recommendations to Mayor Kleinman.
The meeting will be live-streamed for those who are unable to attend.
Bring the little ones and join the fun with neighbors and friends on Saturday, April 4 at 10:00 am on the front lawn of the Island House for the Easter Egg Hunt. A special visit from the Easter Bunny will provide a perfect opportunity for photos. Everyone is welcome and you do not need to be a Seabrook Island Club member to participate.
A significant severe weather threat is anticipated today as a strong cold front heads towards the region, according to the National Weather Service. Strong to severe thunderstorms, gusty winds, as well as hail and isolated tornadoes are expected. A Wind Advisory may be issued for some areas.
TIMING:
Severe risk begins in the morning with any individual storms that develop ahead of the main thunderstorm line.
The strongest storms are expected to move through Charleston County between approximately 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm.
Risk continues through the afternoon until the cold front and the main line of thunderstorms shift offshore.
PRIMARY HAZARDS:
Large hail up to 2 inches in diameter Damaging wind gusts potentially exceeding 75 mph (primary threat) Tornadoes, including the potential for strong tornadoes (EF-2 or greater)
Town Hall Community Meeting – Mayor Bruce Kleinman will hold a Town Hall community meeting on Wednesday, March 18, from 10:00 – 11:00 am in Council Chambers at Town Hall. During this open forum, residents will have the opportunity to ask questions, explain any concerns, or provide recommendations to Mayor Kleinman.
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 24, at 2:30 pm at Seabrook Island Town Hall. During the public hearing, Town Council will receive comments on the following ordinance:
Ordinance 2026-01 An ordinance amending the Town of Seabrook Island Development Standards Ordinance (DSO) to establish a Planned Development (PD) District and to update various development regulations, administrative procedures, and definitions.
Written Comment: You can submit an online comment here.
Beach Off-Peak Season – Off-peak season beach rules are now in place. Click here to read the off-peak rules.
Spring Shredding Event – The Town will host a shredding event on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Town Hall.
TOSI Monthly E-newsletter – To stay up-to-date with town communications, sign up for the e-newsletter by clicking here.
MEETINGS
To stay up to date on meeting dates and times, visit TOSI’s calendar located on its homepage.
Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, March 17 – 10:00 am The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch Live on YouTube.
Seabrook Island Utility Commission Meeting Wednesday, March 18 – 8:30 am The agenda can be viewed by clicking here.
Discretionary Grants Committee Meeting Wednesday, March 18 – 1:00 pm The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch Live on YouTube.
Community Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Thursday, March 19 – 1:00 pm The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch Live on YouTube.
Agendas will be posted at least 24 hours before each meeting. All videos are available on the town’s YouTube channel. Individuals wishing to participate in the meeting via Zoom can call (843) 768-9121 or email pwiggins@townofseabrookisland.org for login information before the meeting.
To view the calendar of meetings beyond this week, visit the home page of TownofSeabrookIsland.org.
From folklore and fantasy to love, spiritual reflection, and revolution, the upcoming season has it all
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2026 Tide Tables are now available at Seabrook Island Town Hall (2001 Seabrook Island Road) and the SIPOA Office (1202 Landfall Way). Residents may stop by either location during regular business hours to pick up a free copy.
Charleston Symphony Orchestra Pops Season Finale Portrait of a Nation with Mary Whyte March 20, 21, 2026 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
The CSO’s 2025-2026 Pops finale brings together music and visual art for a powerful celebration of the American spirit. Be part of history with the world premiere of Salt of the Earth– a breathtaking new watercolor portrait collection by renowned local artist, Mary Whyte. From soaring cinematic themes to the iconic sounds of the American landscape, the Charleston Symphony will perform an uplifting and inspiring program featuring the music of John Williams, Samuel Barber, Aaron Copland, Charlton Singleton, and more.
Date: March 23, 2026 Time: 5:15 Reception, Speaker Program 6:00-7:00 pm Place: Capers Hall at the Citadel, 1 Lee Ave., Charleston, SC Cost: Free for WACC Members (no registration required). Non-members register and pay online.
Africa is surging with energy, mining, and infrastructure agreements, fueled by a new wave of financing and investment that move beyond the donor-driven development models of the past. Yet even as capital flows in, long-simmering conflicts have flared anew, and new regions face the threat of instability. Global powers are vying for influence across the continent.
We’ll be hearing a lot about Thomas Jefferson this year, it being the country’s 250th birthday and all, and Jefferson of course had a rather large role in all of that.
But at least as important was Jefferson’s role in being sure the new country he helped to create had an appreciation for good wine. It is, he said, “a necessity of life for me.” That is right up there with “all men are created equal.”
Jefferson’s appreciation for wine blossomed during his tenure as Minister of France in the early 1780s. An avid note taker, Jefferson kept a record of his visits to a host of wine regions in Europe, developing a special fondness for Burgundy and Bordeaux. (One of his favorite wineries was Chateau Haut-Brion, proving he was no slouch.)
On his return to the U.S., Jefferson began applying what he learned in France to the grounds surrounding his home, Monticello. He had studied soil, climate and different grape varietals, noting how different regions produced distinct styles of wines. He eventually gave a parcel of his land to an Italian winemaker and thus fathered one of the first commercial wineries in the U.S.
