Sharks on the Edge Originally coined as a marketing slogan to promote Oceansports Surf Shop, “The Edge of America” carries many connotations. Over the years, both real and perceived dangers occasionally threaten this somewhat isolated community at the terminus of a...
The Magic of August Many Augusts ago, a friend and I sat sweltering on a breezeless porch staring out across a waveless ocean. He broke a long silence and proclaimed that August was “magical.” The word “magical” came out as a Spicoli-like smirking, stoned whisper...
Working Towards Wisdom As human beings we spend a lot of time developing personal attributes. Many may try to improve their Strength by lifting weights. Some may try to improve their Intelligence by furthering their education. Others may work on their art or trade so...
After much debate, Folly scraps new noise ordinance by Jenny Peterson | Contributing Writer After nearly six months of debating, writing, and voting on a newer, stricter Folly noise ordinance, more than 50 people showed up at a special council meeting in late May...
Folly dog On the mend after Terrible accident by Lorne Chambers | Editor One evening back in mid-May, Folly residents Natalie Kaiser and Ryan Hart rushed their 13-week-old puppy Brees from Folly Beach’s West Ashley Avenue to the emergency vet in West Ashley. Brees had...
