New owner aims to keep newly-named ‘Folliday Inn’ a Folly institution for years to come by Jenny Peterson | Staff Writer In the early aughts, visitors to Folly Beach had just two options when it came to traditional hotels—the Holiday Inn and the Holliday Inn. The...
In the midst of hectic summer season, local businesses are feeling the impact of ongoing sidewalks project by Bill Davis | Staff Writer Going to a spa is supposed to be relaxing, a getaway with tinkling music, lavender aromas, and calming balms. Tucked away in the...
A weekend of fun celebrating the end of summer, held Sept. 23-24 from Staff Reports Last year, Mermaids and Mateys, a newly-formed event designed to celebrate the end of summer had to be scaled back due to COVID-19 concerns. But this year the family-friendly festival...
Folly Beach Wahine Surfing Contest celebrates 20 years by Jenny Peterson | Staff Writer More than 125 surfers of all skill levels are expected to descend on Folly Beach in late July for an annual weekend surfing contest. Surfers will come from across the country—as...
by Miranda Steadman | Contributing Writer Local artist Jimmy O’Brian has graced many memorable walls throughout the Lowcountry with his uniquely sublime art. One of his most recent murals is nestled outside of Folly Beach’s Irish Pub, St. James Gate. The entrance to...
Enjoy two nights of live music and sunset views this month from Folly Beach County Park’s Dunes House from Staff Reports Bring friends and family to Folly Beach County Park from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on July 20 and July 27 for an “Evening in The Park.” The deck of the...
