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ISLE OF PALMS, S.C.- The City of Isle of Palms (IOP) will host its 2024 Hurricane Expo on Tuesday, May 21, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. IOP residents and residents from surrounding communities are welcome to attend and learn more about how to prepare for a hurricane. The event will be held at the city’s Recreation Department and is free and open to the public. IOP City officials and various community...

Isle of Palms Cleanup Crew kicked off their series of 2024 spring litter sweeps on March 11, working in partnership with the South Carolina Aquarium’s conservation team. Around 90 volunteers attended the Monday evening event at Front Beach. Each spring litter sweep includes a welcome session geared to students, groups, businesses, families and other newcomers. The series continues every other...

I do love the time of year we are entering – not the pollen – but the temperatures and longer daylight are always welcome additions. Lot of projects are going on as you see when you make your way around the island. Some are obvious by sight, but a few are more behind the scenes. A couple to highlight: •Beach Traffic Planning Session – for the 3rd year we met to prepare for the upcoming busy season...

Isle of Palms Native Plant Garden The City of Isle of Palms in conjunction with the Environmental Advisory Committee created a Native Plant Demonstration Garden in the spring of 2024. Here is information about it: The garden is planted on Palm Boulevard at 7 th Avenue on property owned by The Isle of Palms Water & Sewer Commission. This beautiful spot overlooks the marsh and Hamlin Creek. Planning...

Planning a trip to Isle of Palms? On weekends and ahead of major holidays, ABC News 4 provides a livestream of roadway conditions and beach forecast. You can also view traffic on the island through the South Carolina Department of Transportation's 511 System.

ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. - On March 10, 2024, Isle of Palms (IOP) Fire and Rescue was dispatched to the 500 block of Ocean Blvd by Charleston County Dispatch at approximately 2:48 p.m. Upon arrival, at approximately 2:53 p.m., the first fire apparatus noted a three-story elevated home that was heavily involved in a wind-driven fire on all three levels of the home. All occupants were able to safely exit...

This week, Isle of Palms City Council approved a resolution honoring Elizabeth “Betsy” Russell Smiley, who passed away peacefully on February 14, 2024. She was a tireless and outspoken advocate for the Isle of Palms community, particularly during the recovery efforts following Hurricane Hugo. Betsy lived a life devoted to service. She volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels for over 20 years...

Isle of Palms— March 1, 2024 — The City of Isle of Palms Front Beach Fest will take place Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 12 to 4 p.m. on Isle of Palms, SC. This event will have an impact on some roads on the island. The following is a list of road closures and times: Saturday, March 2, 2024 Starting at 6 a.m. Ocean Boulevard between Pavilion Drive and 10 th Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic...