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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · Jun 11
With the 2025 hurricane season here, The Island Packet is committed to providing our readers with the most relevant and timely information.

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The U.S. dominates the world’s list of the most valuable companies. Indeed, of the top 20 publicly traded companies today by market cap, 17 are American.
Why America is the world’s corporate headquarters
The U.S. dominates the world’s list of the most valuable companies. Indeed, of the top 20 publicly traded companies today by market cap, 17 are American.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 3h
A photo shows the segmented animal and its “long” antennae.
Pale creature with ‘sharp’ claws found in cave in China. It’s a new species
A photo shows the segmented animal and its “long” antennae.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 4h
Here’s what to know about the big wins.
Two lottery players hit jackpots at Publix stores in Florida. Here’s where
Here’s what to know about the big wins.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 5h
The day after a public health alert about contaminated spinach in Hello Fresh meals, the supplier recalled retail and wholesale spinach.
A public health alert followed by a nationwide spinach recall for listeria
The day after a public health alert about contaminated spinach in Hello Fresh meals, the supplier recalled retail and wholesale spinach.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 6h
HomeLight reports six reasons to sell your house before 2026, including rising mortgage rates, strong buyer demand, and increasing inventory.
6 reasons to sell your house before 2026
HomeLight reports six reasons to sell your house before 2026, including rising mortgage rates, strong buyer demand, and increasing inventory.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 7h
Experience desert fun in the coolness of the Rocky Mountains.
Off-grid mountain ranch for sale in CO holds a secret — art from Burning Man
Experience desert fun in the coolness of the Rocky Mountains.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 9h
Over 410 acres of pure nature bliss? Yes, please.
Drool-worthy fishing and equestrian retreat for sale in CO features 1880s lodge
Over 410 acres of pure nature bliss? Yes, please.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 9h
Stephen Federico, father of woman slain in South Carolina, joined prosecutors to demand court reform and changes in how judges are picked.
‘You’re about to get Federicoed’: SC crime victims, prosecutors demand change
Stephen Federico, father of woman slain in South Carolina, joined prosecutors to demand court reform and changes in how judges are picked.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 10h
"ICE, unmask – what are you afraid of?" California Gov. Gavin Newsom asked before signing the "No Se...
Commentary: California's 'No Secret Police Act' paints a target on federal agents
"ICE, unmask – what are you afraid of?" California Gov. Gavin Newsom asked before signing the "No Se...
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 12h
The destruction of South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Diane Goodstein's home in a fiery inferno over...
Mary Ellen Klas: Threats against judges have crossed the line
The destruction of South Carolina Circuit Court Judge Diane Goodstein's home in a fiery inferno over...
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 12h
Here’s the latest on Tropical Storm Jerry and its path, weekend rainfall for coastal South Carolina and another disturbance in the Atlantic.
Tropical Storm Jerry to strengthen soon, forecasts say. Here’s what weather SC can expect
Here’s the latest on Tropical Storm Jerry and its path, weekend rainfall for coastal South Carolina and another disturbance in the Atlantic.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 13h
On Saturday, a home belonging to a South Carolina Circuit judge burned to the ground. Three people, ...
Mark Z. Barabak: At Trump's Justice Department, partisan pugnacity where honor, integrity should be
On Saturday, a home belonging to a South Carolina Circuit judge burned to the ground. Three people, ...
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 13h
State Health Department says 11 cases have been diagnosed in the state so far.
Measles outbreak spreads to new SC county, officials say. Here’s where to get a vaccine
State Health Department says 11 cases have been diagnosed in the state so far.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 14h
Crank up the Benny Hill theme song and let the belly laughs commence. As President Donald Trump's su...
Gustavo Arellano: Who knew ICE could be so funny? Just check out videos of their fails
Crank up the Benny Hill theme song and let the belly laughs commence. As President Donald Trump's su...
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 14h
California Sen. Alex Padilla is among the highest-ranking Latinos in U.S. politics today, but it too...
Anita Chabria: They cuffed and tackled Sen. Alex Padilla. But he sees a bigger crisis ahead
California Sen. Alex Padilla is among the highest-ranking Latinos in U.S. politics today, but it too...
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 15h
Hayley Williams appeared on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" to play "True Believer" from her recent album, "Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party.".
Watch: Hayley Williams plays 'True Believer' on 'Tonight Show'
Hayley Williams appeared on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" to play "True Believer" from her recent album, "Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party.".
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 15h
Sixty-nine percent of respondents said Trump is attempting to wield unprecedented authority, with many describing this in negative terms.
Most Americans agree — Trump exerts more power than past presidents, poll finds
Sixty-nine percent of respondents said Trump is attempting to wield unprecedented authority, with many describing this in negative terms.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 16h
Kroger stores are also involved. Several customers suffered injuries.
Another recall for wood in corn-dog batter hits Publix, Walmart, Target, others
Kroger stores are also involved. Several customers suffered injuries.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 16h
For the sixth consecutive year, the Savannah/Hilton Head airport has been voted No. 1 by Condé Nast readers. Here’s why it took the top spot.
Savannah Hilton Head International Airport voted No. 1 in the U.S. by Condé Nast readers
For the sixth consecutive year, the Savannah/Hilton Head airport has been voted No. 1 by Condé Nast readers. Here’s why it took the top spot.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 17h
What seems like a minor mistake can be a serious one.
Spring rolls recalled from Aldi for a possibly ‘life-threatening’ problem
What seems like a minor mistake can be a serious one.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 17h
Five girls requested the ride, but an argument ensued when the driver only had space for four of them, police said.
Teen shot by Uber driver at Waffle House in fight over space in car, GA cops say
Five girls requested the ride, but an argument ensued when the driver only had space for four of them, police said.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 18h
Murdaugh: Death in the Family premieres Oct. 15 on Hulu. Here’s what we thought about the new show.
Is the new SC Murdaugh family series on Hulu any good? We got an early look
Murdaugh: Death in the Family premieres Oct. 15 on Hulu. Here’s what we thought about the new show.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 18h
The Savannah Bananas baseball team will announce their 2026 tour stops live on Thursday night. Here’s where SC fans can watch.
Savannah Bananas set to reveal 2026 tour stops Thursday night. What to know, where to watch
The Savannah Bananas baseball team will announce their 2026 tour stops live on Thursday night. Here’s where SC fans can watch.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 19h
The hit-and-run on Trask Parkway killed a 50-year-old bicyclist.
Beaufort Co. man turns himself in after fatal hit-and-run over July 4 weekend
The hit-and-run on Trask Parkway killed a 50-year-old bicyclist.
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The Island Packet @islandpacket.com · 20h
The November election features a fresh face and fixtures on the town council at a time of big decisions regarding waterfront development.
Two council seats up for grabs in Port Royal. Meet the candidates
The November election features a fresh face and fixtures on the town council at a time of big decisions regarding waterfront development.
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