Port Royal, South Carolina – Sarah Haselhorst, a respected reporter for The Island Packet, tragically passed away earlier this week at her Port Royal apartment. She was 31.
Her sudden passing has left friends, colleagues, and the wider community in mourning. Known for her sharp journalism, Sarah covered breaking news, health, and climate issues with great passion.
During her two-year tenure at The Island Packet, she built a reputation for thorough and insightful reporting, particularly in the Lowcountry region.
Prior to her work in South Carolina, Sarah wrote for publications in Missouri, Mississippi, and Ohio, where she made significant contributions across various beats.
Beyond her career, she was known for her love of cooking, her sharp sense of humor, and her dedication to spelling and grammar.
Brad Morris commented on social media, saying, “Sounds like she was an amazing lady,” while Bob Sofaly expressed, “Very sad news and a loss to the entire community.”
John Charles Williams added, “Thank you for sharing these remembrances of a talented reporter.”
Sarah’s presence will be deeply missed, both in the newsroom and among those who knew her personally.
Her passing leaves an irreplaceable void in the hearts of many.