Month: January 2026

Weather Alert: Winter Storm Update

Charleston County Emergency Management is continuing to monitor the winter weather system that has started to impact the Lowcountry this weekend. We are currently under a Winter Storm Warning and an Extreme Cold Warning for our area.

According to the latest National Weather Service update, the Charleston area could receive approximately 3-5 inches of snow, while Awendaw–McClellanville may see closer to 4-6 inches, with snowfall continuing into early Sunday.

Windchills could be close to 0 degrees in some areas of the County. Coastal winds will also increase, with gusts of 25 to 40 mph possible tonight into Sunday. There is potential for black ice to occur starting Sunday night. Snow melting could occur tomorrow, but it could refreeze overnight causing black ice. This could also continue to happen through Monday.

The Seabrook Island Club and its amenities are closed through Monday, February 2.

The Lake House is currently closed and will be closed all day on Sunday, February 1 with no after hour access Saturday or Sunday.

We continue to encourage people not to travel. With the snow and high wind expected, local leaders say driving could become extremely difficult, especially at night over bridges.

– Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

The One Big Beautiful Bill

The big question this tax season has to be, how will the One Big Beautiful Bill affect us? Tax filing season opened on January 26, so let’s look at the main provisions of the bill that we’ve been hearing so much about and analyze how they are likely to impact our tax obligations.

The Additional Senior Deduction. $6,000 for Single taxpayers or $12,000 for Married Filing Jointly (MFJ) taxpayers over the age of 65 sounds fantastic, but it only applies for those with Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) of $75,000 for Single taxpayers (or $150,000 for MFJ). Above those levels it is phased out at a rate of six (6) cents per each additional dollar of income and is eliminated at MAGI of $175,000, ($250,000 for MFJ.)

No Tax on Social Security. Well, not exactly. Nothing has changed here. There is no tax on Social Security if your income is less than $25,000 for a Single taxpayer ($32,000 for MFJ.) Above those income levels, 85% of Social Security is taxable.

No tax on tips. There are a lot of rules about which kind of tips actually qualify for this, but the maximum annual deduction is $25,000, regardless of filing status, except that is not allowed at all for Married Filing Separately. Tips in excess of $25,000 are fully taxable.

No tax on overtime. If this provision affects you, prepare to be disappointed. Only certain workers qualify and the amount on which there is no tax is only the premium paid for overtime hours. Social Security, Medicare, and State Taxes are still owed on all tips. Maximum that can be deducted is $12,500 for Single taxpayers ($25,000 for MFJ), and that phases out at MAGI levels between $150,000 and $300,000. Confused? As they say, “consult your tax advisor if this applies to you.”

New Car Loan Interest. Maximum Deduction is $10,000 but the good news is that is also available to those who do not itemize their deductions. One caveat is that the final assembly of the vehicle must have taken place in the United States. Beware though, deduction phase out begins at MAGI of $100,000 ($200,000 for MFJ.)

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SINHG Program February 12

SINHG Presents Jed Christoph
of Channel 2 News
February 12

Where: Seabrook Island Lake House
When: February 12, 2026
Light refreshments at 6:30 pm
Program starts at 7:00 pm

Jed Christoph, the meteorologist for Channel 2 News, grew up in Charleston, South Carolina and has seen all sorts of wild weather here, everything from hurricanes and tornadoes to major floods and even snow. While attending college, Jed spent summers on Kiawah and Seabrook Islands working as an Emergency Medical Responder and ocean lifeguard, handling ocean and medical emergencies. He graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Meteorology in May 2020, before embarking on his first on-air role as a meteorologist in Missoula, Montana. During his three years there, he reported on severe winter storms, frigid temperatures, wildfires, and various other extreme weather events.

Now, Jed is thrilled to return to his roots, serving as a meteorologist at the station he grew up watching! Please join us for an interesting and informative evening.

Don’t forget to reserve your spot.

This program is available for all SINHG members at no charge. There is a $5 donation for non-SINHG members. For more information regarding SINHG programs, click here.

-Submitted by Annie Snelgrove for Seabrook Island Natural History Group

(Image Credit: SINHG.org)

Postponed: What’s the Buzz? Garden Club Open House now February 15

After much discussion and careful consideration, we have decided to postpone the Open House due to weather concerns. The new date for the event is February 15.

We want to ensure that as many Seabrook residents as possible can come out and enjoy the evening. With the recent publicity surrounding snow and freeze warnings for Saturday night, we believe it is in everyone’s best interest to reschedule.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you on February 15!

New Date – February 15

All Seabrookers are welcome!
Seabrook Island Garden Club Open House
Sunday, February 15, 2026
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Lake House Live Oak Hall

-Submitted by Seabrook Island Garden Club

(Image credit: Seabrook Island Garden Club )

Weather Alert: Winter Storm Update

Charleston County Emergency Management is continuing to monitor the upcoming winter weather system expected to impact the Lowcountry this weekend. We are now under a Winter Storm Warning for our area.

According to the latest National Weather Service predictions, current projections indicate the Charleston area could receive approximately 3-5 inches of snow, while Awendaw–McClellanville may see closer to 4-6 inches, with snowfall beginning Saturday afternoon and continuing into early Sunday.

An Extreme Cold Warning will go into effect starting at 7:00 pm Saturday. Windchills could be close to 0 degrees in some areas of the County. Coastal winds will also increase, with gusts of 25 to 40 mph possible Saturday night into Sunday. There is potential for black ice to occur starting Sunday night.

The Seabrook Island Club and its amenities will be closed Saturday, January 31 – Monday, February 2.

The Lake House Hours of Operation:

  • It will close at noon on Saturday, January 31.
  • It will be closed all day on Sunday, February 1 with no after hour access Saturday or Sunday.

We encourage people not to travel and to continue to monitor the forecast from local meteorologists throughout the weekend.

– Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Weather Alert: Winter Storm Warning

Charleston County Emergency Management is continuing to monitor the upcoming winter weather system expected to impact the Lowcountry this weekend. Winter Storm Watches have been upgraded to Winter Storm Warnings for our area.

According to the latest National Weather Service predictions, confidence has increased that accumulating snowfall will occur across Charleston County. Current projections indicate the Charleston area could receive approximately 2 inches of snow, while Awendaw–McClellanville may see closer to 3 inches, with snowfall beginning Saturday afternoon and continuing into early Sunday.

There is a high probability of an Extreme Cold Warning going into effect over the weekend, with windchills being close to 0 degrees in some areas of the County. Coastal winds will also increase, with gusts of 25 to 40 mph possible Saturday night into Sunday.

We encourage people to monitor the forecast from local meteorologists throughout the weekend.

– Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Charleston Gaillard Center Presents John Legend: An Evening of Songs and Stories

March 24, 2026
7:30 pm

John Legend’s live shows will feature intimate renditions of his greatest hits (“All of Me,” “Ordinary People,” “Tonight”) and fan favorites from throughout his 13-time Grammy-winning body of work built over 20+ years—woven together with fascinating and unexpected stories from his life and career.

Click here for more information.

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: Gaillardcenter.org)

Monitoring Winter Weather

Weather Alert: Monitoring Extreme Cold and Possible Snow

Based on the most recent National Weather Service report, there is a high probability of an extreme cold warning going into effect over the weekend, with windchills being close to 0 degrees in some areas of the County. 

A developing low-pressure system offshore may bring snow to our area. Precipitation could begin as a rain and snow mix Saturday morning, before transitioning to all snow in the afternoon and evening. 

Considerable uncertainty remains regarding the exact timing and amounts, and conditions could evolve quickly. Coastal winds will also increase, with gusts of 25 to 40 mph possible Saturday night into Sunday.

We encourage people to monitor the forecast from local meteorologists throughout the weekend.

– Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Kiawah Arts Council Announces New Venue

The Kiawah Arts Council is excited to announce a partnership with Seafields to host our cherished Piano Bars and Art Film Series at their new, exceptional facility on Kiawah Island. These events will continue to be open to the public; however, due to limited capacity and parking, RSVPs will be required. Additional details will be shared soon— in the meantime, mark your calendars and spread the word: the Piano Bars and Art Film Series are back!

Piano Bars in the Palmera Dining Room
Last Monday of every month | 5:00 – 7:00 pm
• February 23: Glenn Brown
• March 30: Hunter Feick
• April 27: TBD

Art Film Series in the Theatre
Mid-month Wednesdays | 3:00 – 5:00 pm
• February 11: Pavarotti
• March 11: Gigi
• April 8: Gauguin: Voyage to Tahiti
• May 13: The Great Gatsby.

-Submitted by Kiawah Arts Council

A New Exhibition at the Gibbes Museum

Revelations: The Art of Leo Twiggs

Leon Twiggs, age 92, is an American painter and educator whose paintings utilize a variation of the batik process that he began experimenting with in 1964. 

Despite his legacy as a trailblazer, Leo Twiggs has never had a full retrospective in his home state of South Carolina. The Gibbes aims to remedy that by celebrating his visionary career, showcasing his iconic Batik technique and profound reflections on the American experience across six decades of work. Guest-curated by art historian Dr. Frank Martin, the exhibition—accompanied by a full-color catalogue—will mark the 50th anniversary of Twiggs’ first solo show at the Gibbes in 1976. Now, a half-century later, this new exhibition comes at a national crossroads as America commemorates its 250th anniversary. The exhibit is on view January 30 through May 3.

In his own words:

The whole point is that we are all on this boat together. We either sink, or we swim by making this experiment work. At this 250th anniversary, when we have come so far together in this country, this retrospective is not just about me — it’s about us, our shared American experience. I like to create questions with my work, which weaves in and out of this American narrative. And you cannot pass through the 250 years of American history without passing through Charleston. Leo Twiggs

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SIPOA Voting Has Started

Please cast your vote today!

Voting is now open for the 2026 Annual Meeting. Voting began January 14, 2026. Proxy Forms must be submitted by 8:00 am on February 14, 2026 – late forms cannot be accepted.

SIPOA includes 2,751 properties, and 900 votes must be represented (in person or by proxy) to reach quorum.

So far, 402 votes have been submitted. An additional 23 Property Owners started but did not complete the process, so those votes have not been recorded. Property Owners who submit a completed Proxy Appointment Form by February 2 will be entered to win one of five $50 Amazon gift cards.

Please note: the Seabrook island Club voting process is also under way, so you will have received two separate voting packages. If you are still receiving emails from Association Voting, your SIPOA voting process is not yet complete.

What is the Proxy Appointment Form?

The Proxy Appointment Form allows SIPOA Property Owners in Good Standing to cast their vote(s) – one vote per property owned.

Submitting the form:

  • Appoints a Proxy Holder to cast your vote as you direct
  • Ensures your vote is counted
  • Helps establish quorum for the Annual Meeting.

Please submit the form even if you plan to attend in person.

Important: You must select a Proxy Holder to access the voting page. Your vote remains your vote – the Proxy Holder simply submits them as you direct.

Please complete the following steps below to ensure your votes are counted:

  • Sign into the voting site using the credentials you received in the voting email from vote.associationvoting.com/sipoa/.
  • Proceed to the Proxy Appointment Form.
  • Appoint your Proxy Holder and proceed to the voting page.

Confirm your Selections:

  • Verify Selections: Scroll down to ensure all your choices are correct.
  • Make Changes: Click “Change My Vote” only if you need to adjust.
  • Finalize Vote: If all is correct, sign and click “Cast My Vote”.

If you do not electronically sign and click “Cast My Vote”, your votes will not be recorded. 

If you did not receive your voting packet on Wednesday, January 14, follow these essential steps:

-Submitted by SIPOA