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(33287, 4, '2017-08-24 11:36:28', '2017-08-24 15:36:28', 'Island Girls Night Out was held recently at Boondocks Under the Oaks, where more than 60 women came to enjoy a great spread of food from owner Dana Fleisig, who also provided special prices on wines and drinks.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe following contributed door prizes to the event: Island Meat Market, Beaufort Lands End Tours Kayak and Bike Rentals, Mary Kay representative Irene Goodnight, Guys and Dolls for a haircut, Red Wood Inn dog and cat sitting, It’s Me Fashions, For The Birds and Garden, Mermaids Chandelier, Lulu Burgess, Collectors Antique Mall, Jersey Mikes, The Kitchen, The Tavern at Royal Pines, Plaza Theatre tickets, Grace and Glory, Lotus Boutique, and Dueling Piano tickets from Alzheimer\'s Service.\r\n\r\nThe next Island Girls Night Out will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, at The Treasure Chest on Boundary Street.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf you are interested in donating a door prize, hosting or advertising an Island Girls Night Out, call Irene Goodnight at 615-243-4684.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/IMG_7396-e1504108028295.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33292\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33292\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/IMG_7396-e1504108028295.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_7396\" width=\"4032\" height=\"2358\"></a>', 'Fun evening at Boondocks', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'fun-evening-at-boondocks', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:47:36', '2017-08-30 15:47:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33287', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33289, 4, '2017-08-24 11:37:18', '2017-08-24 15:37:18', '<b>Man robs Shell&nbsp;</b><b>at gunpoint</b>\r\n\r\nThe Shell gas station at 3530 Trask Parkway, was robbed at gunpoint on Aug. 19.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office described the suspect as a black male, about 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighing about 170 pounds.\r\n\r\nThe suspect was driving a white Chevrolet HHR.\r\n\r\nAnyone with information about this incident is urged to call Sheriff\'s Office Emergency Dispatch 911 or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Child wounded in&nbsp;</b><b>Hilton Head shooting</b>\r\n\r\nA small child was wounded in his arm after being shot in a recent incident at Hilton Head Gardens apartments.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, a woman reported an unknown African-American male kicked in the door of her apartment at about 3:30 p.m. Aug. 19, entered and fired multiple shots from what appeared to be a handgun.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe woman\'s child, who was inside the apartment, was wounded once in the arm by the subject.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nImmediately after the shooting, the subject ran from the apartment in an unknown direction.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe is still at large and there is no further description available.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe child was flown to Savannah Memorial Hospital for treatment of the gunshot wound.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnyone with information about this incident is urged to call Sheriff\'s Office Emergency Dispatch 911 or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Sheriff’s office&nbsp;</b><b>seeks public’s help</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in solving a cold case.\r\n\r\nOn Aug. 3, 1994, former Marine David Speigel, 38, who worked as a clerk at the Buckingham Pantry store in Bluffton, was found shot to death behind the counter at approximately 2 a.m.\r\n\r\nAn investigation into the murder revealed Speigel had been cashing personal checks for local illegal narcotics users frequenting the store for a period of time.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUnfortunately, the security monitor behind the counter was never activated and the incident was not captured on video.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPhysical evidence was difficult to identify, due to the high volume of customers in and out of the store.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt is believed robbery was a likely motive for the crime, but it just amounted to an attempt as nothing was believed taken.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOther possible motives were explored during the investigation. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nRumors ranging from gang initiations to personal vendettas surfaced, but were not confirmed or eliminated as possibilities. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeveral persons of interest were identified through the personal checks cashed at the store during Speigel’s shift, although there was no physical evidence linking them to the murder. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nA reward of up to $2,500 is offered for information leading to an arrest in any Beaufort County cold case.\r\n\r\nAnyone with information can contact Capt. Bob Bromage at 843-255-3402, 843-816-8013 or robertb@bcgov.net; or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Six are injured in&nbsp;</b><b>Trask Parkway wreck</b>\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Trask Parkway and S.C. 116 on the afternoon of Aug. 15, resulting in six occupants being transported to the hospital.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJust after 3:30 p.m., firefighters responded to the motor vehicle accident just outside MCAS Beaufort’s gate. They arrived to find two passenger vehicles with moderate damages.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSix occupants, including two minors, were transported to the hospital with what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTraffic on Trask Parkway was delayed for approximately 45 minutes while emergency crews assisted the injured and removed roadway hazards. Firefighters from the MCAS Beaufort Fire Department also responded and assisted on scene.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEarlier in the day, just before 1 p.m., Burton firefighters responded to a vehicle accident on Robert Smalls Parkway at the entrance to Walmart. They arrived to find a two-vehicle accident involving a Volkswagen and a Dodge Charger. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTraffic was delayed for approximately 30 minutes while firefighters assisted the drivers and removed roadway hazards. No injuries were reported.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District has responded to over 300 motor vehicle accidents so far in 2017, with 28 of those accidents occurring on Trask Parkway and 47 occurring on Robert Smalls Parkway.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>3 days, 3 extinguishers,&nbsp;</b><b>3 lives are saved</b>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Burton-FD_Extinguisher-Saves_081817-e1504107544424.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33291\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33291\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Burton-FD_Extinguisher-Saves_081817-e1504107544424.jpg\" alt=\"Burton FD_Extinguisher Saves_081817\" width=\"2448\" height=\"3264\"></a>\r\n\r\nBurton fire officials are praising the public’s use of fire extinguishers after three fires in three days were extinguished by bystanders prior to the arrival of firefighters.\r\n\r\nThe first fire extinguisher save occurred just past 10:30 a.m. on Aug. 16, when Burton firefighters received a call for a fire on a school bus. Burton fire crews arrived on scene and found a fire in the school bus wheel well that had been extinguished by using the bus’ fire extinguisher.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere were no students on the bus. The fire started when a bus wheel came off the bus. No injuries were reported and the fire was contained to the wheel well.\r\n\r\nThe second fire extinguisher save came about 6:30 p.m. Aug. 17 for a vehicle fire in the JCPenney parking lot at the Cross Creek shopping plaza. A driver of a Ford pickup noticed smoke coming from his engine compartment as he drove through the parking lot.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe driver immediately stopped his vehicle and used a fire extinguisher to extinguish a small engine fire. The fire was confined to a small area of the engine with limited damages.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe third fire extinguisher save came just after 8 a.m. Aug. 18 for a house fire on Shanklin Road. Fire from a malfunctioning A/C unit spread to a nearby couch. Bystanders shut off the power to the AC unit and extinguished the fire using a fire extinguisher. The resident was transported to the hospital for smoke inhalation. Damages were limited to the AC unit and couch.\r\n\r\n<b>Vehicle break-ins&nbsp;</b><b>can be prevented</b>\r\n\r\nRecently, there have been numerous reports of vehicle break-ins throughout Northern and Southern Beaufort County.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlthough these incidents are referred to as \"break-ins\", the vast majority continue to involve unlocked vehicles that are not forcibly entered.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPerpetrators of this crime generally travel by bicycle or on foot. They wander through parking lots and pull on door handles in search of unlocked vehicles. When one is found, they rummage through it in hopes of stealing items that are easily concealed: handguns, electronic devices, cash, coins and other valuables.\r\n\r\nThese simple precautions can reduce your risk of becoming a victim of this crime of opportunity:\r\n\r\n• Remove your keys, lock your vehicle and set your alarm.\r\n\r\n• Avoid leaving anything of value inside your vehicle. At the very least, ensure nothing of value is viewable from the outside.\r\n\r\n• \"If You See Something, Say Something.” Call 911 and report suspicious persons/activities to law enforcement.', 'Public safety briefs for August 24th-30th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '33289-2', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:40:08', '2017-08-30 15:40:08', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33289', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33296, 4, '2017-08-24 11:40:16', '2017-08-24 15:40:16', '<em>Photo above: American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Here, Post 9 Vice Commander Paul Sweet presents Lisa and Jay Elder of The Original Steamer Oyster &amp; Steakhouse with a certificate of appreciation for displaying the nation\'s flag.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Hospitality job fair&nbsp;</b><b>to be held Aug. 28</b>\r\n\r\nA Beaufort Hospitality Job Fair/Hiring Event will be held Monday, Aug. 28, at Holiday Inn &amp; Suites at 2225 Boundary St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nJob fair hours will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m.\r\n\r\nTo register your business, visit www.scrla.org/events and click on the Beaufort Hiring Event.\r\n\r\n<b>Food truck fest&nbsp;</b><b>looks for vendors</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Food Truck Festival, which will be held Saturday, Oct. 14, in downtown Beaufort, is looking for food and arts and crafts vendors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event is expected to draw up to 1,500 people.\r\n\r\nApplications will be accepted based on several factors and they will be accepted until the event is full.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Jaycees is sponsoring the event, and proceeds will benefit&nbsp; Camp Hope, a summer camp for children with cognitive disabilities.\r\n\r\nFor information on sponsorships or becoming a vendor, email lowcountryjaycees@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>State of the Schools&nbsp;</b><b>to be held Sept. 13</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber will hold a State of the School event from 8-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, at Holiday Inn &amp; Suites, 2225 Boundary St.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and the leaders from the area school systems will share information concerning education in Beaufort County and the impact on the community.\r\n\r\nSpeakers will include Spearman, Dr. Jeffrey Moss of the Beaufort County School District; Dr. Richard Gough, Technical College of the Lowcountry; and Dr. Al Panu, University of South Carolina Beaufort.\r\n\r\nGuests will also hear from a panel of leaders representing the area’s private and charter schools including: Beaufort Academy, Bridge Preparatory School, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, John Paul II High School, Lowcountry Montessori School, Riverview Charter School and St. Peter\'s Catholic School.\r\n\r\nThe cost is $20 for chamber members; $25 for nonmembers; and $160 for a table of eight.\r\n\r\nContact LaNelle at LaNelle@BeaufortSC.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Health &amp; Wellness Expo&nbsp;</b><b>to be held Sept. 14</b>\r\n\r\nA Health &amp; Wellness Expo sponsored by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce will be held from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, at Tabby Place in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nFor booth inquiries, contact LaNelle at LaNelle@BeaufortSC.org or 843-525-8537.', 'Business briefs and Chamber Corner for August 24th-30th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'business-briefs-and-chamber-corner-for-august-24th-30th', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:42:00', '2017-08-30 15:42:00', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33296', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33299, 4, '2017-08-24 11:42:12', '2017-08-24 15:42:12', '<h3>By Janet Gresham</h3>\r\nHow long can the residential real estate market go on like this?&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWe are about two years into a national trend of dropping housing supply and increasing median sales prices.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere are some regional variations to the story, but the shift to a predominantly seller\'s market is mostly complete.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMultiple-offer situations over asking price are commonplace in many communities, and good homes are routinely off the market after a single day. It is evident that a favorable economy keeps hungry buyers in the chase.\r\n\r\nFor July, New Listings were up 11.5 percent to 262. Pending Sales decreased 5.6 percent to 202. Inventory grew 3.8 percent to 1,012 units.\r\n\r\nPrices moved higher as Median Sales Price was up 4.9 percent to $220,750. Days on Market increased 7.9 percent to 82 days. Months Supply of Inventory was up 5.7 percent to 5.6 months, indicating that supply increased relative to demand.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlthough the unemployment rate remains unchanged at its favorable national 4.3 percent rate, wage growth has not been rising at the steady clip that would be expected in an improving economy. Sales activity manages to keep churning along despite looming shortages in new construction.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLower price ranges are starting to feel the effects of the supply and demand gap, as first-time buyers scramble to get offers in at an increasing pace.\r\n\r\n<i>Janet Gresham is the CEO of the Beaufort County Association of Realtors and the Beaufort Multiple Listing Service, Inc.</i>', 'It’s a seller’s real estate market', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'its-a-sellers-real-estate-market', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:42:56', '2017-08-30 15:42:56', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33299', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33301, 4, '2017-08-24 11:47:04', '2017-08-24 15:47:04', 'Taking advantage of slight afternoon sea breeze, this unidentified man and his trusty sea dog may have found the perfect seat for the Vietnam Veteran’s Tribute concert at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park on Aug. 19. Photo by Bob Sofaly.\r\n\r\nTo submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.&nbsp;', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lowcountry-life-49', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:27:10', '2018-07-12 15:27:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33301', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33305, 4, '2017-08-24 11:47:57', '2017-08-24 15:47:57', '<b>Fripp Island voters OK&nbsp;</b><b>$5.5M for infrastructure</b>\r\n\r\nVoters on Fripp Island overwhelmingly voted in favor of funding $5.5 million in various infrastructure improvements requested by the Fripp Island Public Service District.\r\n\r\nAbout 25 percent of eligible voters turned out for the Aug. 15 vote. Of 223 votes, 211 were in favor of the referendum.\r\n\r\nThe infrastructure projects include:\r\n\r\n• Harbor River Waterline Replacement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation intends to replace the swing bridge spanning the Harbor River along U.S. 21 in Beaufort County.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Fripp Island Public Service District\'s water main, which provides potable water service to Harbor, Hunting and Fripp islands, is located within SC DOT\'s right-of-way and buried in the causeway approaches on both sides of the bridge.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt is suspended from the bridge except at the mobile swing-span, where it drops down and is buried in the bottom of the river.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe SC DOT\'s preferred construction alignment will interfere with the district\'s waterline for nearly the entire length of the construction. SC DOT policy requires utilities whose lines are located within DOT rights-of-way to relocate their lines at the utility\'s expense.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe district has obtained engineering estimates of up to $3.2 million for relocation of the line.\r\n\r\n• Fripp Inlet Revetment Repairs: The Fripp Island Public Service District\'s revetment (a structure to prevent erosion) along Porpoise Drive, which protects the road and water and sewer lines under the road from erosion along the Fripp Inlet, was badly damaged due to Hurricane Matthew storm surge and wave action.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEven though it was damaged, the revetment accomplished its intended purpose with no loss of water or sewer lines and minimal damage to the road. However, the necessary repairs to return the revetment to its previous condition are estimated to cost $2.3 million.\r\n\r\n<b>Community foundation&nbsp;</b><b>adds two staffers</b>\r\n\r\nBailey Schorr and Leslie Vargas-Prada have joined the staff at Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;Schorr will serve as program associate, assisting with grant management and administration, serving as a liaison to several fund advisory committees and providing support for special projects and initiatives.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe’s a recent graduate of University of South Carolina Beaufort where he majored in psychology and minored in French. While a student, Schorr and a classmate built and maintained a hydroponic garden. Vegetables grown were donated to the Jasper County Boys &amp; Girls Club and integrated into a cooking class that taught the children about healthy cooking and the benefits of&nbsp;eating vegetables.\r\n\r\nVargas-Prada recently moved to the Lowcountry from the Atlanta area. Her professional background includes over 20 years of administrative management and client relationship experience, primarily in the financial industries.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn her new position, donor services liaison, she’ll serve as a liaison between the Community Foundation and select donors, handle aspects of donor relationship management and engagement, undertake outreach efforts with constituent groups and assist with various donor and development committees.\r\n\r\nWith more than 340 charitable funds, combined assets totaling $63 million and grantmaking and scholarships reaching $58 million, Community Foundation of the Lowcountry is the largest source of unrestricted philanthropic resources dedicated to Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper counties.\r\n\r\nVisit www.cf-lowcountry.org.\r\n\r\n<b>BJWSA recognized as </b><b>Utility of the Future Today</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority (BJWSA) has received national recognition as a Utility of the Future Today – one of 25 water utilities from across the U.S. recognized as forward-thinking, innovative utilities that are providing resilient and value-added service to communities.\r\n\r\nThe selection committee, consisting of peer utility leaders, cited BJWSA for its achievements in the areas of Community Partnership &amp; Engagement, Water Reuse and Watershed Stewardship.\r\n\r\nThe Utility of the Future Today program was launched in 2016 by four water sector organizations: the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), the Water Environment Federation (WEF), the Water Environment &amp; Reuse Foundation (WE&amp;RF) and WateReuse, with input from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).\r\n\r\nBJWSA General Manager Ed Saxon will accept the award during a ceremony at WEFTEC 2017 – WEF’s 90th annual technical exhibition and conference – in October in Chicago.\r\n\r\nThe Utility of the Future Today concept is being promoted as the nation’s water system faces challenges such as aging infrastructure, water pollution and workforce shortages, as well as impacts of climate change, including drought, floods, storms and sea level rise.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo learn more about the program, visit www.wef.org/UtilityoftheFuture.\r\n\r\n<b>Additional help available&nbsp;</b><b>for hurricane damages</b>\r\n\r\nThe Palmetto Disaster Recovery Office, an affiliate of the South Carolina Disaster Recovery Office, is holding additional application intake events this month for individuals who still have unmet needs as a result of Hurricane Matthew.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe next events will take place on Monday, Aug. 28, Tuesday, Aug. 29, and Wednesday, Aug. 30, at the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nIndividuals can also receive assistance from the Palmetto Disaster Recovery Office at the Technical College of the Lowcountry, 921 Ribaut Road, Building 6, Beaufort.\r\n\r\nAll intake events for Beaufort County residents are scheduled to end Nov. 10. Questions should be directed to the Palmetto Disaster Recovery Office at 1-888-860-7137.\r\n\r\nThe PDRO/SCDRO oversees grant programs that focus on rebuilding or repairing homes damaged by severe weather events by managing federal funds available to assist individuals in disaster recovery. The program is managed with the support and guidance of the South Carolina Department of Commerce.', 'News briefs for August 24th-30th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'news-briefs-for-august-24th-30th', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:50:03', '2017-08-30 15:50:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33305', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33306, 4, '2017-08-24 11:48:00', '2017-08-24 15:48:00', '<b>22,000 students&nbsp;</b><b>head back to class</b>\r\n\r\nTeachers and school staff greeted about 22,000 students as the Beaufort County School District’s 2017-18 academic year officially got underway.\r\n\r\nAbout 3,640 students – one of every six district-wide – are attending schools outside their zoned attendance areas in the third year of the district’s expanded school choice program. Parents can apply to send their children to any academic program at any school in district, regardless of where they live.\r\n\r\nCurriculum options approved by the board of education include such instructional choices as Montessori, International Baccalaureate, arts infused, classical studies, dual language immersion, early college, leadership programs and advanced math and science.\r\n\r\nSuperintendent Jeff Moss expressed confidence that the academic improvements of recent years would continue.\r\n\r\n\"Our students and educators have produced solid gains in academic achievement over the past few years, and our on-time high school graduation rate is at an all-time high,” Moss said.&nbsp; “I’m very confident that student achievement will continue to improve.\"\r\n\r\nMoss said the school district had processed an additional 2,000 school volunteer applications over the past few months. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“That brings us to a total of 8,200 volunteers, up from 1,300 just five years ago,\" he said.\r\n\r\nStudents at five Beaufort County schools were greeted by new principals:\r\n\r\n• Chad Cox, former principal at Whale Branch Middle School, is the new principal at Battery Creek High School.\r\n\r\n• Bonnie Almond, the district’s former director of innovation, is the new principal at Beaufort High School.\r\n\r\n• Michelle Sackman, former assistant principal Whale Branch Elementary School, is the new principal at Mossy Oaks Elementary School.\r\n\r\n• Jennifer Morillo, the district’s former director of teaching and learning, is the new principal at Robert Smalls International Academy.\r\n\r\n• Freddie Lawton, former assistant principal at Whale Branch Middle School, is the school’s new principal.\r\n\r\nDistrict bell schedules are unchanged from last year, with elementary schools starting classes at 7:45 a.m. and middle, high and PreK-8 schools starting classes at 8:45 a.m.\r\n\r\n<b>Bridges Prep student&nbsp;</b><b>named to national society</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33308\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1624\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Suchir-Shetty-Bridges-Prep.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33308\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33308\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Suchir-Shetty-Bridges-Prep.jpg\" alt=\"Suchir Shetty\" width=\"1624\" height=\"1952\"></a> Suchir Shetty[/caption]\r\n\r\nSuchir Shetty, a 10th-grade student at Bridges Prep in Beaufort, is the newest member of a scholarship organization founded by the Nobel Prize family.\r\n\r\nShetty was inducted to the National Society of High School Scholars by founder and chairman, Claes Nobel, during the summer. Nobel’s family established the international Nobel Prizes.\r\n\r\n“On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice and commitment that Suchir has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"Suchir is now a member of a unique community of scholars – a community that represents our very best hope for the future,” Nobel said.\r\n\r\nShetty said his favorite subjects are math and science and he hopes to become a medical doctor.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe’s attended Bridges Prep since sixth grade and was among the first students to attend the then-new state charter school.\r\n\r\n“Bridges is a good learning situation and if I ever need help, the teachers are always there for me,” he said.\r\n\r\nDee Matthews, chair of the Bridges Prep board of directors, said Shetty has worked hard to reach such heights.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Suchir has a strong work ethic, he applies himself and he has a strong family support system. He’s also a very bright young man with a wonderful future ahead.”\r\n\r\nIn addition to being a member of the National Society of High School Scholars, Shetty also is a South Carolina Scholar and earned entry to the Duke University Talent Identification Program – both based on high scores on college entrance exams.\r\n\r\n“We are extremely proud of Suchir’s academic achievements and he has an extremely bright future ahead,” Bridges Prep Head of School Dr. Nick Ithomitis said. “Congratulations to him and his family on being recognized by the National Society of High School Scholars.”\r\n\r\n<b>USCB Beaufort campus&nbsp;</b><b>opens residential housing</b>\r\n\r\nThe University of South Carolina Beaufort is introducing a new living, learning community for honors BSN nursing students on the Beaufort campus in the fall of 2018.\r\n\r\nUSCB is expanding residential housing on the Beaufort campus, thereby allowing students to live and learn together in a select nursing cohort that offers a common experience and keeps learners accountable to each other, which is highly valued by the university\'s students. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe cohort structure offers students a unique support system.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nStudents will be directly admitted to the cohort via a competitive entry process.\r\n\r\nThis cohort model has proven successful at universities across the country. Residential learning communities improve student engagement, develop a sense of community, improve retention rates, result in higher GPAs and help students complete degrees in a timely manner.\r\n\r\nUSCB is currently seeking proposals from private owners of housing facilities in the local Beaufort community for student housing to accommodate the nursing cohort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nStudents’ first two years are spent on the Beaufort campus in preparation for completion of the BSN, the last two years of which are delivered on the Bluffton campus.', 'Schools briefs for August 24th-30th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'schools-briefs-for-august-24th-30th', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:38', '2018-07-12 14:58:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33306', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33310, 4, '2017-08-24 11:51:23', '2017-08-24 15:51:23', '<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort outlasts&nbsp;</b><b>Wando 14-10&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33311\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES9497.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33311\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33311\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES9497.jpg\" alt=\"Beaufort High quarterback Jeffrey Smyth uses the old fashioned stiff-arm to thwart Wando. Photo by Bob Sofaly.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1160\"></a> Beaufort High quarterback Jeffrey Smyth uses the old fashioned stiff-arm to thwart Wando. Photo by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\nBeaufort beat familiar foe Wando 14-10 in a high school football season opener on Aug. 18.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles opened the 2017 season 1-0 while Wando started the new campaign 0-1.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHot temperatures welcomed players, coaches, officials and fans to the high school football season opener. The heat index forced the game to start more than 30 minutes late.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWando carried a 10-7 lead into halftime but couldn\'t prevent the Eagles from battling back for the win. The Eagles were determined get a win in their opener. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort, under the direction of veteran head coach Mark Clifford, battled back to win despite committing 13 penalties.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLogan Adkins led the Beaufort offensive effort, rushing 16 times for 102 yards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKyleik Middleton rushed for 80 yards and one touchdown via 18 carries. Middleton scored the game-winning touchdown for the Eagles in the fourth quarter.\r\n\r\nBeaufort quarterback Jeffrey Smyth, an experienced signal-caller, completed a 20-yard scoring pass to Reed Reichel for the Eagles\' first half touchdown.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWando quarterback Cale Lewis led the Warriors, completing 21-of-41 passes for 256 yards and one touchdown with two interceptions.\r\n\r\nConner McCarthy paced Wando receivers, hauling in four receptions for 88 yards and one touchdown.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWando was able to get some points off special teams in the opener. Kicker Andrew Weil added a 45-yard field goal for the Warriors in the loss.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles will look to notch their second win against an old nemesis.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort is slated to host rival Battery Creek on Friday, Aug. 25.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy&nbsp;</b><b>drops game to St. John\'s&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Academy football team faced a tough test on the road at St. John\'s in a high school football season opener on Aug. 18.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nShort-handed Beaufort Academy had only 12 players in uniform for its opener. The Eagles answered St. John\'s initial score in the opening quarter but couldn\'t maintain their early momentum. Host St. John\'s pulled away to beat the Eagles 51-8.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nForced to play from behind throughout the game, Beaufort Academy battled against a much deeper St. John\'s football team.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy quarterback Dawson Coleman passed for 168 yards in the loss.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDaiJion Galloway accounted for 74 receiving yards for the Eagles. Finishing second in the Beaufort Academy receiving column behind Galloway, Daniel Richards delivered 30 receiving yards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJaxon Spratling rushed for Beaufort Academy\'s lone score. Spratling finished with a team-high 24 rushing yards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdditional rushers in positive yardage for the Eagles included Edward McCormick, Jeffrey Heistand and Charlie Weeden.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDefensively, McCormick led the Eagles with 15 tackles. Also contributing on the defensive side, Spratling posted nine tackles and Weeden chipped in six tackles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy head coach Scott Richards expects his team to bounce back.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"I am hoping that tonight sort of wakes this team up because I know how good they can be,\" Richards commented, following his team\'s loss on Aug. 18. \"We have a lot of hard work ahead of us, but that work isn’t building or developing talent - we have loads of talent. We have to just work on execution in the heat of the battle. It is hard to simulate Friday night on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday with only 12 players. I have to do a better job at getting this team prepared. We will get there!\"\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy is slated to host Clarendon Hall for a home opener on Friday, Aug. 25. Kickoff for the Beaufort Academy-Clarendon Hall football game is set for 7:30 p.m. in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Battery Creek&nbsp;</b><b>falls to Swansea&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nBattery Creek missed its first opportunity to land in the win column in the 2017 high school football season. Visiting Swansea defeated Battery Creek 27-13 in a high school football season opener on Aug. 18.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Tigers performed well in the season-opener, preventing the Dolphins from winning thanks in part to a solid defensive effort.\r\n\r\nSwansea also produced offensively as several players contributed.\r\n\r\nThe Dolphins were forced to play from behind in multiple quarters. Still, Battery Creek remained within striking distance for much of the gridiron season opener.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSwansea quarterback Keenan Coats passed for 182 yards and two touchdowns. On the ground, Coats rushed for 66 yards and one touchdown. As a team, Swansea rushed 23 times for 150 yards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTrey Chance and Gabe Singleton rushed for one touchdown apiece as Battery Creek suffered the loss.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJunior quarterback Jordan Gwyn passed for 97 yards and a touchdown with an interception for the Dolphins. Gwyn rushed 14 times for 67 yards in the setback.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn other area high school football games on Aug. 18 it was Beaufort High 14, Wando 10; St. John\'s 51, Beaufort Academy 8; John Paul II 26, Hilton Head Christian Academy 20 (2 OT); Ridgeland-Hardeeville 12, Thomas Heyward 8; Orangeburg Prep 46, Hilton Head Prep 7 and Hanahan 27, May River 8.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBattery Creek is set to visit Beaufort High for a rivalry game on Friday, Aug. 25.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Whale Branch to host&nbsp;</b><b>Hilton Head Island&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe Whale Branch football team is headed into its season opener versus Hilton Head Island. The Warriors are slated to host Hilton Head Island on Friday, Aug. 25.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhale Branch is under the direction of head coach Jerry Hatcher. The Warriors fiished the 2016 season 7-5 after advancing to the second round of the SCHSL Class AA Playoffs.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIrvin Mullian is the top player back for the Warriors. As a sophomore in 2016, Mulligan rushed for 1,678 yards and 26 touchdowns.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMarion Smalls is poised to lead the Warriors from his quarterback position. Smalls is back healthy for Whale Branch after breaking his left wrist early in the 2016 season.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nReceiver Jamel Moultrie is the top pass catcher back for Whale Branch.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nInjuries aren\'t something Whale Branch can afford to have happen in the 2017 season as depth isn\'t a strength for the Warriors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJunior running back Roscoe Fields is another rushing threat for Whale Branch.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHilton Head Island is under the guidance of head coach BJ Payne. The Seahawks concluded the 2016 season 7-5 following a loss in the SCHSL Class AAAA Playoffs.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition to Hilton Head Island, Whale Branch\'s 2017 schedule includes games versus May River, Beaufort, Battery Creek, Woodland, North Charleston, Academic Magnet, Garrett Academy Tech and Burke. &nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>SOCCER</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Registration open for&nbsp;</b><b>YMCA adult soccer</b>\r\n\r\nRegistration is open for YMCA of Beaufort County Adult Soccer.\r\n\r\nRegistration for the local adult soccer league is as follows: $300 per team; $55 per individual YMCA of Beaufort County member and $65 per non-YMCA of Beaufort County member.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGames will begin the week of Sept. 11 and continue through November.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information on the adult soccer league, contact Mike Woods at mjwoods10@gmail.com or 843-522-9622.\r\n\r\nAdditional information about the adult soccer league is available online at www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com/sports.\r\n\r\nYMCA of Beaufort County Youth Flag Football will begin the week of Aug. 28.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>GOLF</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Sheriff’s office to&nbsp;</b><b>hold annual tourney</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is holding its Fall Golf Tournament on Friday, Oct. 27, at The Old South Golf Links to raise money for its Annual Appreciation Event.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis event is held each year to thank its deputies, administrative staff and volunteers for their service throughout the year.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo sign up, be a sponsor or donate, call Lt. Brian Baird at 843-255-3405 or email brianb@bcgov.net.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>BIKING</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Bike ride coming&nbsp;</b><b>to Parris Island</b>\r\n\r\nThe 10th Annual Iron Mike Bike Tour, hosted by the Parris Island Historical and Museum Society, will be held Saturday, Sept. 9.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRiders will go on a 15-mile loop of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot and stop at 16 historical sites where volunteer historical interpreters will provide additional information about the history of Parris Island and the United States Marine Corps.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRegister at bit.ly/2t1sgpQ. This free event is open to the public and begins at the Parris Island Museum.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe tour is named for the iconic Iron Mike monument, which was erected in 1924 and is the oldest sculpture on Parris Island. It was installed to honor Marines who served in World War I. Today, the Iron Mike logo also represents the Parris Island Historic and Museum Society.\r\n\r\nThe first group of bikers will begin their ride at 9 a.m. and the last riders will depart by noon. All participants are invited to join the Society at the Parris Island Museum afterward for a hot dog lunch.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHelmets are required while bike riding on Parris Island. A driver’s license, registration and proof of insurance are required to access the base.', 'Sport briefs for August 24th-30th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sport-briefs-for-august-24th-30th', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:54:12', '2017-08-30 15:54:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33310', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33313, 4, '2017-08-24 11:53:21', '2017-08-24 15:53:21', '<em>Photo above: Mary Fox, left, of The Chocolate Tree, and volunteer Michael McFee pass out candy and chocolate-covered pretzels to eager patrons. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nSeveral hundred people braved the intense summer time heat on Aug. 18 and lined up outside The Chocolate Tree in Beaufort for the 34th annual All You Can Eat Night.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33314\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES9187.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33314\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33314\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES9187.jpg\" alt=\"Joy King, co-owner of The Chocolate Tree, returns after checking out the block-long line outside the popular confectionary.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"991\"></a> Joy King, co-owner of The Chocolate Tree, returns after checking out the block-long line outside the popular confectionary.[/caption]', 'Free chocolate!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'free-chocolate', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:54:27', '2017-08-30 15:54:27', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33313', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33318, 4, '2017-08-24 11:54:34', '2017-08-24 15:54:34', 'Rotarian Club of Beaufort President Suzi Oliver, left, was joined by Rotary District 7770 Gov. Gary Bradham for its Aug. 16 meeting. There are 70 Rotary clubs in District 7770, from Hilton Head to Myrtle Beach. This was Bradham’s second visit to the Rotary Club of Beaufort. Submitted by Jim Weiskopf, Rotary Club of Beaufort.', 'Special visitor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'special-visitor', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:57:22', '2017-08-30 15:57:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33318', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33320, 4, '2017-08-24 11:55:36', '2017-08-24 15:55:36', 'The Pat Conroy Center has an exciting upcoming series of events.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey include:\r\n\r\n• Never Forget: A Writing Workshop for Those Who Served on the Front Lines and the Home Front will be held from 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Technical College of the Lowcountry, 921 Ribaut Road, Building 12, Beaufort. Tickets are limited. Visit patconroyliterarycenter.org.\r\n\r\n• \"I Was Born to Be in a Library\": Pat Conroy\'s Great Love of Libraries, presented by Jonathan Haupt, comes to the St. Helena Island Branch Library on Tuesday, Sept. 12; Beaufort\'s Santa Elena History Center on Saturday, Sept. 16; the Carolina Forest branch of the Myrtle Beach library on Tuesday, Sept. 19; and the Socastee branch on Wednesday, Sept. 20. The tour continues across South Carolina through spring 2018, with dates now set for the Anderson, Florence, and Greenville libraries. This presentation also will be featured at the 2017 South Carolina Library Association annual conference in Columbia on Thursday Oct. 12.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• The second annual Pat Conroy Literary Festival will be held in Thursday, Oct. 19, through Sunday, Oct. 22, celebrating this year\'s festival theme of the Transformative Power of Education. A full schedule of events, roster of presenters, and ticketing information is available at patconroycenter.org. See page B1 for more information.\r\n\r\nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center is at 308 Charles St. in Beaufort. Call 843-379-7025 or email contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org or visit patconroyliterarycenter.org.\r\n\r\nThe center is open from noon to 4 p.m. Thursday-Sunday.', 'Conroy Center hosts upcoming events', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'conroy-center-hosts-upcoming-events', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:55:51', '2017-08-30 15:55:51', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33320', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33322, 4, '2017-08-24 11:56:03', '2017-08-24 15:56:03', '<em>Photo above: The work of Marilee Sartori and Dusty Conner will be on display at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery on Bay Street. Photo provided.</em>\r\n\r\n“Dueling Studios:&nbsp; Two Friends Feature Their Favorites – Flora &amp; Fauna” is the name of the next Beaufort Art Association (BAA) show, featuring the artwork of local artists Marilee Sartori and Dusty Conner. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe show opens Sunday, Aug 27, and runs through Sunday, Oct. 29.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAn opening reception with the artists will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, at the BAA Gallery at 913 Bay St. in Beaufort. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe public is invited to join in for a fabulous evening of friends, frivolity, food and fun art. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlso on exhibit will be the artwork of other local artists who are members of the gallery.\r\n\r\nSartori, whose mother was a noted Kentucky artist, has had no formal training. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter being sent to several schools, her mother, Nell, was told to save her money; her daughter was not an artist. As a result, her training came from watching her mother. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn later years, Sartori dabbled in paint to help a friend, and her painting career started in the early 1990s. Acrylics remain her favorite medium, with occasional mixed media thrown in for some of her whimsical paintings.\r\n\r\nConner is a self-taught painter who started painting in his early teens.&nbsp; After years of dabbling in painting, he has expertly settled into capturing nature’s beauty with flowers, fruits and nature scenes. Having tried many different media, acrylics remain his favorite.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRecently retired from heading the Department of Cosmetology at the Technical College of the Lowcountry, Conner hopes to devote full time to pursuing his art career.\r\n\r\nVisit www.beaufortartassociation.com, or call 843-521-4444.', 'Dueling Studios featured at BAA', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dueling-studios-featured-at-baa', '', '', '2017-08-30 11:57:40', '2017-08-30 15:57:40', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33322', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33326, 4, '2017-08-24 11:59:15', '2017-08-24 15:59:15', '<em>Photo above: Jane Caffrey, left, holds her candle during a candlelight vigil on Aug. 14 at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park to show her support against racism and violence. The event was coordinated by Indivisible Beaufort, a self described non-partisan group supporting truth, justice and inclusion. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<h3>By Cherimie Crane Weatherford</h3>\r\nIn times of turmoil I find myself drifting back to sweltering heat, gravel dust and the roots of my meager beginning.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nExperience is as individual as thought and equally impactful. Current circumstance offers comfort until memory is sparked by an awakening like a silence shattering thunder in the dead of night.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWe all relate according to the genetics of our past measuring our personal injury by public parameters. Fundamentally our sight of current events is viewed through a kaleidoscope of personal encounter, not necessarily a clear lens.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOften unfairly portrayed, Mississippi finds itself disproportionately gathered in a category of unforgiving bias. Cinema has offered no reprieve for misconception of my home state. Poorly represented amongst the masses as a place of forward bigotry and backward behavior, is all too often a source of great frustration as a daughter of the deep South.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGrowing up on the muddy side of the river, the working side of the plantation and the right side of faith, discrimination was an unavailable luxury.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDifferences were measured more by ability than affluence. Money gave no advantage to navigating the woods and color meant nothing other than the ripeness of the garden and readiness of corn. Not particularly affected by the undercurrent of unrest, it was nothing more than another expected threat like a briar in the blueberry patch or moccasin in the river.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt wasn\'t until an unfortunate display that my experience was molded towards future beliefs. A visit to the feed and seed brought about a turning point for a little girl whose view of color revolved around Popsicles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA sudden scuttle, sounds of discontent and my Daddy scooping me up with unusual urgency spurred me to look in humanity\'s darkened closet. Over his shoulder I saw the absence of love and the cowardice of hate that would forever remain a stationary reel in the film of my childhood.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs if it\'s a recording of his voice I can hear my Daddy say, \"Don\'t look baby girl, this ain\'t no place for hate.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCuriosity caused a dent in my childhood. I looked. A handful of people confused Halloween with a hot summer’s day as they marched through a small Mississippi town. Daddy\'s grip firm, his tone staunchly defiant, his demeanor unfamiliar and his words cemented. This ain’t no place for hate.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt is an unfortunate wrinkle, an uncomfortable etch in an otherwise pleasant day. A memory that is as colorful, as clear and as impactful as I have ever had.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe shake in my daddy\'s voice told me danger was near, the sturdy in his stance introduced me to caution and his grip around my body explained the hurried whispers of those around me. The reaction of those familiar to me communicated loudly without any sound.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nStrangers nodding to each other in agreement as men of all color attempted to block the sights and sounds of evil.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRecollection of the purpose of this march fails me. I assume it was over some perceived injustice or reaction of the unjust. Reminiscent of the ‘50s but sadly mid 1980s. Abomination has no historical prejudice, aversion has no era.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFrom that moment on, I was able to recognize hostility. Feel its unsettling twist and witness its contagion. I learned hate is something to be feared.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI also saw its cure.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIts frailty against the protective shield of a parent was as evident as it\'s unwelcome. Those cloaked in cowardice paled in comparison to those who gave no courtesy. The clear signal of non-acceptance by onlookers gave unity to strangers and power to peace. Hate has no pigment, no dialect, it is the absence of soul and the reflection of hell. It needs oxygen to survive and consideration to grow.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGroups fueled by hate based on false injustice purchase chaos by using ignorance as currency and silence as investment. The good must stand. Enough of us must believe that there is no place for hate.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<i>Cherimie Crane Weatherford, owner of SugarBelle boutique, real estate broker and observer of all things momentous and mundane, lives on Lady’s Island with her golfing husband, dancing toddler and lounging dogs.</i>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33328\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2048\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/graffiti-1.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33328\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33328\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/graffiti-1.jpg\" alt=\"Beaufort has experienced both love and hate recently. Here, Love House Ministries on Parris Island Gateway was the victim of racist graffiti last week. Photo provided by Randy Roberts.\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1535\"></a> Beaufort has experienced both love and hate recently. Here, Love House Ministries on Parris Island Gateway was the victim of racist graffiti last week. 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(33330, 4, '2017-08-24 11:59:22', '2017-08-24 15:59:22', '<h3><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/bob.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33331\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33331\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/bob.jpg\" alt=\"bob\" width=\"2016\" height=\"1512\"></a></h3>\r\n<h3>By Bob Sofaly&nbsp;</h3>\r\nI traveled to McClellanville, just north of Charleston, with longtime friend Liz Rigg. Liz and I worked together at the Beaufort Gazette years ago. The drive was very quick; no traffic at all.\r\n\r\nBut we had a long wait ahead of us.\r\n\r\nI kept checking the sun with my telephoto lens with a 10-stop neutral density filter attached. Shouts went up all around us, “It’s starting, it’s starting.”\r\n\r\nIt took some time for the moon to move into position. After about an hour we could tell a difference in the diminished light and an eerie cast was spreading out. Everything looked strange. Then it cooled off.\r\n\r\nThe sun became smaller and smaller with only a sliver showing. It got dark and then a burst of light and a noticeable flash as the “diamond ring” formed on the leading edge of the eclipse.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThen the Totality.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt was beautiful and surreal at the same time; a large black hole in the sky with the brilliant corona blasting out. A great, loud cheer went up, a few bottle rockets, hugs and handshakes all ‘round were offered.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe totality only lasted 2 minutes and 30 seconds and the diamond ring formed again at the trailing edge of the eclipse and the sun returned to its usual hot, muggy place in the sky.\r\n\r\nAll in all it was a very emotional experience and I actually got a chill as I looked at the glowing mass of gas in the sky. It was just incredible.\r\n\r\nI’ll never see another one. But on Aug. 21, 2017, I saw this one of the coolest, most spellbinding events of my life.&nbsp;', 'Eclipse will be a day to remember', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'eclipse-will-be-a-day-to-remember', '', '', '2017-08-30 12:01:42', '2017-08-30 16:01:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33330', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33334, 4, '2017-08-24 12:01:44', '2017-08-24 16:01:44', '<em>Photo above: About 35 miles of power and communications cabling are being buried in conduits along a 1-mile stretch of Boundary Street. Photo provided.</em>\r\n<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nAlthough Beaufort’s Boundary Street Corridor Improvement project is just over 1-mile long, some 35 miles of power and communications cabling are being moved from aboveground poles to underground conduits.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe duct bank work – relocating the overhead lines below ground – is a major element of the $33 million construction project scheduled for completion in 2018. The change will create a safer driving environment as well as reduce the urban clutter, officials say.\r\n\r\n“The duct bank is a huge part of this entire project, and it’s going to make a tremendous difference,” Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling said. “Not only is it going to improve the view as you drive into our historic city, but it’s going to be safer for drivers and, we hope, help reduce power outages from downed lines.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOf the 35 miles of cabling, approximately 5.5 miles belong to Hargray, 5.5 miles belong to CenturyLink, and 24 miles belong to SCE&amp;G. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The utility companies have been outstanding partners with us in this project,” said Neal Pugliese, director of public projects and facilities for the City of Beaufort. “It sounds simple to just move the lines off the poles and put them underground, but there’s so much more to it than that.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDifferent types of cable serving different functions must be routed through separate conduits buried alongside Boundary Street. Those conduits typically are 4 to 8 feet below the surface. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThroughout the excavation on both sides of the road, crews have worked closely with all the utilities including Beaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority to avoid accidentally hitting or digging up active lines. This has been especially critical with fiber optic lines and those serving the 911 emergency dispatch system, Pugliese said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We have been sure to be very, very careful with the excavation for the duct bank,” he said. “Businesses and residents depend on their electricity and telecommunications and we have had to take it slow and steady to avoid any mishaps.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWeather permitting, digging the duct bank along the northern side of Boundary Street should be complete in September, ending at Neil Road. At the same time, crews will be pulling cables into the underground conduits and then removing the overhead lines.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEven as construction continues on the duct bank, crews are beginning preparations to install a raised and landscaped center median. Other work still remaining includes finalizing the intersection by Chick-fil-A and activating a new traffic signal and turn lane at Carolina Cove.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“At this advanced point in the project, we are on budget and we are on schedule,” Pugliese said. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Boundary Street Project is a $33 million initiative stretching from Neil Road to Sycamore Street at City Hall. A major element of the project is removing overhead power and communications lines into an underground duct bank, reducing urban clutter while creating a safer environment for travel.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe project also includes realigning the Boundary Street intersection with Robert Smalls Parkway, which was largely completed last summer. Work will continue in that area for several months prior to final landscaping, paving and striping. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information about the project, visit www.boundarystreetupdate.com. &nbsp;', 'Miles of cables being moved', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'miles-of-cables-being-moved', '', '', '2017-08-30 12:04:06', '2017-08-30 16:04:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33334', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33336, 4, '2017-08-24 12:02:26', '2017-08-24 16:02:26', '<em>Photo above: Beaufort/Port Royal firefighters were on hand to show their support during the fourth annual Tribute to Vietnam Veterans. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nA smaller than average but equally enthusiastic crowd of about a hundred people braved a triple-digit heat index on Aug. 19 to attend the fourth annual Tribute to Vietnam Veterans at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Those in attendance were entertained with a free concert by the Parris Island Marine Band.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33338\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES9568.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33338\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33338\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES9568.jpg\" alt=\"Gunnery Sgt. Stephen Davis, enlisted conductor of the Parris Island Marine Band, leads his Marines during the free concert at the fourth annual Tribute to Vietnam Veterans at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1071\"></a> Gunnery Sgt. Stephen Davis, enlisted conductor of the Parris Island Marine Band, leads his Marines during the free concert at the fourth annual Tribute to Vietnam Veterans at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.[/caption]', 'Tribute to Vietnam Vets', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'tribute-to-vietnam-vets', '', '', '2017-08-30 12:04:25', '2017-08-30 16:04:25', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33336', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33342, 4, '2017-08-24 12:06:28', '2017-08-24 16:06:28', '<h3>By Amy Rigard</h3>\r\nThe number of opioid-involved overdoses and deaths continues to increase throughout much of the country, and Beaufort County is no exception.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of overdose deaths involving opioids – including prescription opioids and heroin – has quadrupled since 1999.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNinety-one Americans die every day from an opioid overdose, according to the CDC.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAccording to Capt. Bob Bromage, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office has seen a surge in opioid-related overdoses in the community since the fall of 2016.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBromage noted that of the 85 known overdose cases since December 2016, more than 90 percent of the cases where the substance was identified were caused by opioids.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile the number of reported overdoses continues to increase, Bromage said it’s important to understand that these are only the reported cases, and there are many more that go unreported.\r\n\r\nHilton Head Island reported the most opioid-related overdoses, with 42 overdoses and 11 deaths, followed by Bluffton with 28 overdoses and seven deaths, and lastly Northern Beaufort County with 15 overdoses and three deaths.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere are many misconceptions about who is affected by drug addiction and overdoses. According to the Centers for Disease Control, as many as one in four people who are prescribed opioids long-term (for non-cancer-related pain) in primary care settings, are now struggling with addiction.\r\n\r\nFentanyl, a synthetic opiate painkiller that is 50 to 100 times more powerful than morphine and much stronger than heroin, is a drug commonly found in fatal overdoses.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA growing number of individuals unknowingly receive heroin, OxyContin or other opioids with Fentanyl mixed in because it’s cheaper and stronger – and that can have devastating effects.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We’re taking a very proactive approach to addressing this issue, and our efforts span several months,” said Bromage. As part of that proactive approach, The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center, Beaufort County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Department, and the Jasper County Coroner Office formed an action committee in March to address the area’s growing opioid crisis.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEarlier this year, law enforcement officers received training on how to use Naloxone (often referred to by one of its brand names, Narcan), which has proven effective in reversing the effects of opioids and reviving unconscious patients when administered.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOver the course of the two-day training provided by Law Enforcement Officers Naloxone Training Program (Project LEON), more than 230 officers representing 11 area law enforcement agencies learned how to use Naloxone.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Sheriff’s Office deputies have used Narcan twice since the training, according to Bromage.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNaloxone can also be used to treat law enforcement officers and other first responders who may experience accidental exposure to opioids.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District’s paramedics have always been equipped with Narcan, and recently, emergency medical technicians (EMTs) in the state were also cleared to use the emergency medication.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile the Burton Fire District has administered Narcan since a training program was completed in March, Burton firefighter Dan Byrne noted that Burton hasn’t seen an uptick in opioid-related overdoses the way other parts of the county has.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut the state as whole has seen a big uptick:\r\n\r\n• In 2016, South Carolina was ninth in the nation in opioid prescribing rates.\r\n\r\n• Since 2011, more than 3,000 South Carolinians have died from prescription opioid overdoses.\r\n\r\n• Combined heroin and prescription opioid deaths in South Carolina exceeded the number of homicides in the state in 2015.\r\n\r\n• The number of infants born in South Carolina hospitals addicted to opioids has quadrupled between 2000 and 2013.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;“Opioid addiction is a public health menace to South Carolina. We cannot let history record that we stood by while this epidemic rages,” said SC Attorney General Alan Wilson said.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Opioid Awareness Day</b></p>\r\nDrug overdoses are now killing Americans at a faster rate than car crashes, making this year\'s International Overdose Awareness Day a particularly relevant and important event for Beaufort County, which is among the communities across the country that have seen a marked increase in opioid overdoses and deaths in 2017.\r\n\r\nThrough coast-to-coast rallies on Thursday, Aug. 31, International Overdose Awareness Day hopes to reduce the number of opioid-related overdoses and end the stigma associated with drug-related deaths.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff\'s Office and the Beaufort County Alcohol &amp; Drug Abuse Department will hold an awareness event from 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 31 at the Buckwalter Recreation Center (PALS), 905 Buckwalter Parkway in Bluffton.\r\n\r\nThe event will close with a candlelight vigil to remember \"the everyday people we\'ve lost everywhere.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will also be a Take Back the Meds drop-off site at this event where you can safely discard any unused and/or expired medications.&nbsp;', 'Opioid epidemic hits Beaufort County', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'opioid-epidemic-hits-beaufort-county', '', '', '2017-08-30 12:06:37', '2017-08-30 16:06:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33342', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33343, 4, '2017-08-24 12:04:44', '2017-08-24 16:04:44', '<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nSouth Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson filed a lawsuit recently against Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin and other opioid drugs.\r\n\r\nThe suit was filed in the Richland County Court of Common Pleas and alleges that Purdue unfairly and deceptively marketed opioids, which helped create and fuel South Carolina’s opioid epidemic.\r\n\r\nOpioids are prescription narcotics possessing properties similar to opium and heroin. While opioids can dampen pain, they also “can create an addictive euphoric high,” the complaint alleges.\r\n\r\nThe lawsuit says Purdue violated South Carolina’s Unfair Trade Practices Act, failed to comply with the terms of a 2007 consent judgment with the state for similar conduct, and created a public nuisance.\r\n\r\nThe lawsuit specifically alleges that, from 2007 onward, Purdue significantly downplayed how addictive its opioids are and also overstated the benefits of opioids compared to other forms of pain management in order to increase its market share and profits. According to the complaint, since the 2007 consent judgment, Purdue “rather than reforming its opioid marketing to comply with the law … continued to mislead and obfuscate.”\r\n\r\nFor example, Purdue continued to tell doctors that:\r\n\r\n• Patients receiving opioid prescriptions for pain generally would not become addicted, and that doctors could use screening tools to exclude patients who might;\r\n\r\n• Patients who did appear addicted were not; they were instead “pseudoaddicted” and needed more opioids;\r\n\r\n• Opioids relieved pain when used long-term, without any studies to support this claim (the longest controlled study lasted 16 weeks) and without disclosing the other risks from long-term use of opioids;\r\n\r\n• Opioids could be taken in higher and higher doses without disclosing the ensuing risk to the patient (which included addiction, constipation, and greater sensitivity to pain); and\r\n\r\n• OxyContin provided 12 hours of relief when Purdue knew that, for many patients, it did not.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the complaint alleges that Purdue misrepresented the ability of its newer, abuse-deterrent opioids to reduce abuse even though Purdue knew that the abuse-deterrent formulation could be defeated with relative ease, that the formulation did not prevent oral abuse, and Purdue falsely claimed its abuse-deterrent opioids were safer than other opioids.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Given my duty to the residents of South Carolina, my office is obligated to take action as South Carolinians continue to fall victim to Purdue’s deceptive marketing of its highly addictive opioid products without care for the lives and families it is jeopardizing,” said South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson. “South Carolina is not immune to the headlines we see daily about the toll of opioids on individual patients, families, and communities.&nbsp; It has created a public health epidemic and imposed a significant burden on law enforcement and social services in our state.”', 'Opioid maker is being sued', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'opioid-maker-is-being-sued', '', '', '2017-08-30 12:05:26', '2017-08-30 16:05:26', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33343', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33346, 4, '2017-08-31 07:50:50', '2017-08-31 11:50:50', '<b>Girls night out coming&nbsp;</b><b>to 2or3 Treasure House</b>\r\n\r\nIsland Girls Night Out, an opportunity to socialize, meet new friends and win prizes, will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, at 2or3 Treasure House at 203 Carteret St. next to Breakwater Restaurant.\r\n\r\n<b>Artists showcase work at Beaufort Art Association</b>\r\n\r\n“Dueling Studios:&nbsp; Two Friends Feature Their Favorites – Flora &amp; Fauna” is the name of the current Beaufort Art Association show, featuring the artwork of local artists Marilee Sartori and Dusty Conner. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe show runs through Sunday, Oct. 29.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAn opening reception with the artists will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m Friday, Sept. 1, at the BAA Gallery at 913 Bay St. in Beaufort. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe public is invited to join in for an evening of friends, frivolity, food and fun art. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlso on exhibit will be the artwork of other local artists who are members of the gallery.\r\n\r\n<b>Friends of Fort Freemont&nbsp;</b><b>to hold fall fundraiser</b>\r\n\r\nThe Celadon Club will host The Friends of Fort Fremont Fall Fundraiser from 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n\r\nThere will be beer, wine, appetizers, music by Beaufort DJ Steve Curless and an auction. The Celadon Club is donating two family 6-month memberships and two spa packages (facial and massage) to the auction. There will be many other items to bid on too.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets are $30 per person and must be purchased by Friday, Sept. 1, at www.fortfremont.org. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nProceeds from this event will help continue the maintenance, preservation and conservation of Beaufort County’s Fort Fremont Park.&nbsp; The Friends of Fort Fremont is a 501(c)(3) corporation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Celadon Club is at 61 Celedon Drive on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\nIn 1898 Fort Fremont, on St. Helena Island, was the strategic defense for Port Royal Sound and the U.S. Naval Base at Parris Island. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort County and The Friends of Fort Fremont are working to preserve this historic landmark.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nExcept for August, free docent-led tours are offered at 10:30 a.m. on the fourth Saturday of the month at the St. Helena Branch Library.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.FortFremont.org or call the library at 843-255-6540. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Drum circle is set to </b><b>play at waterfront park</b>\r\n\r\nA group of local percussion lovers who enjoy the impromptu experience that a drum circle brings are inviting others to join in.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort SC Drum Circle will meet from 5:30-7 p.m. the second Monday of each month at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in Beaufort. The first event at the park will be held Monday, Sept. 11.\r\n\r\nAll are welcome to this family friendly, free event. No is experience necessary.\r\n\r\nParticipants should bring some water and any non-electronic drum or other percussion instrument.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit the \"Beaufort SC Drum Circle\" Facebook page, email beaufortscdrumcircle@gmail.com or contact Jane at 732-259-1935 or Lanny at 843-441-0169.\r\n\r\n<b>Library offering&nbsp;</b><b>variety of events</b>\r\n\r\nFollowing are some upcoming events at the St. Helena Branch Library at 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road:\r\n\r\n• Conversation Café: Talk with neighbors about things that matter over a cup of coffee or tea. Sessions are open, hosted, drop-in conversations among people with diverse views and a shared passion for engaging others. September’s topic is “Should Governments Be Responsible for Social Well-Being?&nbsp; If Not, Who Should?” This event is for ages 12 and up. It will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5.\r\n\r\n• If You Give a Kid a Pancake: Early Literacy Brunch Series: Learn all about the five pillars of early learning: Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play, learn new games and songs to make early learning more fun, and leave with a full belly, tips and tricks, and a goody bag to boot. This series of events will be held at 11 a.m. Saturdays on Sept. 9 and Oct. 7. Register for the series by Sept. 6 by calling 843-255-6540.\r\n\r\n• Teen Library Ambassadors: Teens will work on charity projects, library outreach and more. This event will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11.\r\n\r\n• Family Law Issues: A local lawyer will give a 30-45 minute lecture with a question-and-answer period. This event will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11.\r\n\r\n<b>Weekly historic tours </b><b>available at Fort Mitchel</b>\r\n\r\nJoin The Heritage Library for weekly tours at 10 a.m. Thursdays of the Civil War battery on Skull Creek built to protect Port Royal Sound and the Seabrook Coaling Station.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe cost is $12 for adults and $7 for children.\r\n\r\nFor more information and to purchase tickets, visit bit.ly/FtMitchelTours.\r\n\r\n<b>Riverfront park topic&nbsp;</b><b>of lecture at museum</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort History Museum will present a lecture as part of the popular historical series co-sponsored with the Beaufort County Library.\r\n\r\nThe lecture, “Politics, Pilings and Playgrounds: Henry C. Chambers Riverfront Park,” will include a panel discussion moderated by Edie Rodgers.\r\n\r\nPanelists Henry C. Chambers, Ed Duryea, Harry Chakides, and Duncan Fordham will discuss the trials and tribulations of creating Beaufort’s signature waterfront community space.\r\n\r\nThe event will be held from 2-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, at First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall at the corner of North and Church streets in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nAdmission is free, but a $5 donation is suggested.\r\n\r\nRegistration begins Monday, Sept. 4, for the 100 available seats. Pre-registration is required at the BHM website at www.beauforthistorymuseum.com.\r\n\r\nPrint out the ticket and bring them to the event. Lectures sell out and those with tickets are admitted first.\r\n\r\n<b>Alzheimer’s fundraiser&nbsp;</b><b>coming to The Shed</b>\r\n\r\nDueling Pianos, Alzheimer’s Family Services of Greater Beaufort‘s 10th Annual Dinner Theatre, will be held on Friday, Oct. 8, at The Shed in Port Royal.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe evening will offer music, dinner stations provided by local chefs, a full open bar sponsored by Gilbert Law Firm, both a silent and live auction and a retro photo booth to record your memories of the night. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nDoors open at 6 p.m. for cocktails and the silent auction.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets are $65 in advance and $75 at the door.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information or to order tickets, visit www.afsgb.org or call 843-521-9190.\r\n\r\n<b>Pan-African group&nbsp;</b><b>seeks volunteers</b>\r\n\r\nThe nonprofit Pan-African Family Empowerment &amp; Land Preservation Network Inc. is seeking volunteers for multiple positions.\r\n\r\nAmong other things, the Beaufort-based public charity provides financial and technical assistance to help Gullah-Geechee, and other African-descent families save their ancestral homes and land for current and future generations.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey have an immediate need for an experienced webmaster, grant writers and administrative assistants.\r\n\r\nAlso needed are committed fundraising volunteers; community outreach presenters; and office clerks willing to assist landowners with homestead exemptions; tax rate reductions; installment property tax payment qualification; and referrals to various heirs’ property and/or land use programs that generate income to pay property taxes and create generational wealth.\r\n\r\nTraining for all volunteers will be held at the Pan-African Family Empowerment Network’s office in the Landmark (Regions Bank) Building, 69 Robert Smalls Parkway, Suite 3B, Beaufort.\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-592-6076, or email volunteers@panafricanfamilyempowermentnetwork.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Hospice in need&nbsp;</b><b>of volunteers</b>\r\n\r\nFriends of Caroline Hospice Thrift Store is seeking a variety of volunteers to assist in the overall operation of the store. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOpportunities include assisting in sorting/pricing donations, organizing, social media monitoring and customer service. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nStore hours are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday and Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Sara, volunteer coordinator at 843-525-6257, or visit www.friendsofcarolinehospice.org for an online volunteer application.\r\n\r\n<b>Habitat for Humanity&nbsp;</b><b>in need of volunteers</b>\r\n\r\nWondering how you might be able to help LowCountry Habitat for Humanity?&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAttend their Volunteer Orientation held at 10 a.m. the second Saturday of every month at 616 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVolunteer opportunities exist in every area of operations at LowCountry Habitat; there is a need for all types of abilities and skill levels, from construction to volunteering at the ReStore to serving on various committees and more.\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Lee McSavaney, volunteer coordinator at 843-522-3500 or email info@lowcountryhabitat.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Christian theater&nbsp;</b><b>performances offered</b>\r\n\r\nMusic of Forever, a Christian theater production, is being held at 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Grace AME Chapel on Charles Street in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nAccording to Hillary Lathan, who puts on the show with her husband, Alan, the show puts Jesus on a personal level that everyone can relate to. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“People that may never walk into a church will come to the drama and experience the gospel in a way that is real and fresh to them,” she said. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe show includes seven characters and seven pieces of music. The irony of the number is intentional, as seven is a biblically significant number, according to Hillary. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.musicofforever.org.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe performances are free, but donations are accepted.\r\n\r\n<b>Library to offer&nbsp;</b><b>curbside service</b>\r\n\r\nIn an effort to expand customer service, the Beaufort County Library System will test a new Curbside Hold Pickup Service at its branch in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;The service will be available only to Beaufort Branch customers who have a previously reserved item (considered a “hold”) and have been notified by the system that the item is ready for pick up. To all library cardholders, the online catalog sends an automatic message (via text or email) that a reserved item is ready for pick up at their branch library.\r\n\r\nWith the new curbside hold pickup service, Beaufort customers call the branch prior to arriving and library staff will confirm that their reserved item is available. Upon arrival, customers call the library again at which point a staff member will deliver the hold to the vehicle.\r\n\r\nThe pilot will run for two months with service beginning Tuesday, Sept. 5.\r\n\r\n<b>Second Helpings </b><b>volunteers needed</b>\r\n\r\nSecond Helpings, a nonprofit that rescues food from area restaurants and grocery stores and delivers the food to local agencies to stop hunger, is in need of volunteers.\r\n\r\nShifts are available on Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVolunteers can sign up for one day a week or month.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlso needed are on-call, last-minute volunteers for a SWAT team to help on the truck for special runs. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Lili Coleman at execdirector@secondhelpingslc.org or call 843-689-3689. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit secondhelpingslc.org.', 'What To Do the week of August 31st-September 6th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-august-31st-september-6th', '', '', '2017-08-31 07:50:50', '2017-08-31 11:50:50', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33346', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33348, 4, '2017-08-31 07:52:23', '2017-08-31 11:52:23', '<h3>By Celia Strong</h3>\r\nWith wines, it’s easy to wander down so many paths. Sometimes, though, we wander away from the basics and forget where we started.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor sure, it’s always fun to find new wines. But, after years of looking and learning, a new wine that\'s a basic can be just as good and rewarding. Which is what we’re going to do this week.\r\n\r\nA Napa Chardonnay is pretty basic; certainly there is a specific style of this grape, but it’s truly basic.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nChardonnay for years was the most popular and most planted white variety. Napa Chardonnays were favorites (and still are) for many wine lovers because of their intense flavors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIncluding oak, Chardonnay aromas and flavors are numerous and include lemon, citrus, apples, pears, tropical fruits, baking spices, vanilla, butter and toast, just to list just a few.\r\n\r\nWith barrel aging, and the secondary malolactic fermentation that takes place while the wine ages, a richer wine with a creamier texture is achieved along with vanilla, butter, butterscotch, baking spice and nut notes in the finished wine.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nExact vineyard soils and exact winery treatments make each Chardonnay what it is. But growers and winemakers have a great basic ingredient to start with.\r\n\r\nOaked Chardonnays come from many wine regions around the world, not just Napa. In Napa, producers use both or either American and French oak barrels. Stronger flavors come from American wood. Quality barrels, of either wood, cost hundreds of dollars. (And, yes, there are cheaper woods and barrels, for less expensive wines.) In California, in addition to fermenting a wine in oak barrels and/or aging it in oak barrels, producers are allowed to toss oak chips into wine or add liquid “essence of oak.” It’s like “liquid smoke” for cooking. Obviously, the better barrels produce better wines. From better grapes. For higher prices.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWe deserve better, though, so our two Chardonnays this week are good Napa wines. Franciscan Estate Vineyards produces both.\r\n\r\nFranciscan is located in Oakville, right in the heart of Napa Valley. They own 240 acres of prime vineyards. They were the first Napa winery to produce “Oakville” appellation wines, followed by Opus, Swanson, Silver Oak and Groth.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut, their Chardonnay comes from further south in the valley: the Carneros AVA. There, they own 17 acres where cool breezes from the bay and clay and gravel soils yield Chardonnay grapes with outstanding structure and minerality.\r\n\r\nThe Franciscan Cuvée Sauvage Chardonnay is named for the wild yeasts that live on the grapes’ skins in the vineyards.\r\n\r\nTraditionally, white French Burgundy wines always used the wild, savage, yeasts for their fermentation. In, 1987, Franciscan was the first Napa winery to do the same.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis wine is 100 percent Chardonnay, 100 percent barrel fermented, and aged for 14 months in 94 percent new, French oak barrels.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt is a light yellow color, with lemon, crême brulée, roasted hazelnuts and vanilla aromas and flavors along with pears and apples.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt is a really rich wine with significant weight to it. It’s absolutely one of the icons of Napa. For $36.99.\r\n\r\nFranciscan’s other Chardonnay is their Napa appellation. Also, 100 percent Chard and 100 percent barrel aged for seven months with its lies. Its barrels are both French and American, with 27 percent new. (Remember, new oak has stronger essences that transfer into the wines.)&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith its pale yellow color, this wine, too, shows honeyed pears and apples with a richness and creamy minerality. For $15.99. Or, while it lasts, $125 for a whole case of 12!\r\n\r\nSo, we have two expressions of Napa Chardonnay, both very typical and excellent, but just not necessarily for the same reasons. The treat is to be able to try them both. Enjoy.\r\n\r\n<i>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</i>', 'Chardonnay: There’s basic and not so basic', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chardonnay-theres-basic-and-not-so-basic', '', '', '2017-08-31 07:52:23', '2017-08-31 11:52:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33348', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33350, 4, '2017-08-31 07:55:59', '2017-08-31 11:55:59', '<b>Seabrook man arrested,&nbsp;</b><b>charged in shooting death</b>\r\n\r\nA 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting on Aug. 22 in Sheldon.\r\n\r\nDeputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting incident at about 5:30 p.m. on Frog Lane.\r\n\r\nUpon their arrival, deputies secured the scene and summoned Emergency Medical Services. Lamont Manigo, 40, of Yemassee, had been shot and was confirmed dead at the scene.\r\n\r\nWitnesses reported the suspect left the area on a bicycle. They described him as an African-American male in his mid-20s, wearing a white T-shirt.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA short time later, sheriff\'s office deputies received information on the whereabouts of a suspect in the shooting. They found the suspect, Dontarious Wright, 25, of Seabrook, hiding in a shed on Gray Road in Big Estates.\r\n\r\nHe is being held at the Beaufort County Detention Center on a charge of murder.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Emergency Dispatch at 911 or CrimeStoppers 1-888-CrimeSC.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Sheriff’s office looking&nbsp;</b><b>for robbery suspect</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff\'s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Citgo Express Mart at 32 Savannah Highway.\r\n\r\nThe clerk told investigators that a white male entered the store wearing blue jeans, black and white high-top sneakers and a brown hoodie.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe pulled out a gun and demanded the money out of the register. The suspect then ran out the front door towards the rear of the building with the cash.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe subject is described as being approximately 5 feet, 4 inches tall and weighing 130 pounds.\r\n\r\nAnyone with information is encouraged to contact the Sheriff\'s Office Dispatch Center at 843-524-2777.\r\n\r\n<b>Electrical fire caught&nbsp;</b><b>at Enmark Gas Station</b>\r\n\r\nJust before 5 p.m. on Aug. 26, Burton Fire District firefighters responded to a reported building fire at the Enmark gas station located at 3076 Trask Parkway.\r\n\r\nFirefighters entered the building and found light smoke coming from a rear office.\r\n\r\nUpon investigation, Burton firefighters found a small electrical fire above the drop ceiling in the office. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire by turning off the power to that area of the office in lieu of discharging chemicals which would have contaminated food and equipment.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDamages were limited to a small area of ceiling and the business remained open.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Vehicle accident&nbsp;</b><b>injures two people</b>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/patterson.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33352\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33352\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/patterson.jpg\" alt=\"patterson\" width=\"3264\" height=\"2448\"></a>\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District responded to a reported motor vehicle accident Aug. 25 on Patterson Road which injured two occupants and blocked the roadway.\r\n\r\nJust past 7 p.m., the Burton firefighters responded to the accident.\r\n\r\nThey arrived on the scene to a single-vehicle accident involving a passenger vehicle in the ditch.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe driver and the occupant, who was a minor, were able to get out of the vehicle.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe driver and occupant were wearing seatbelts and suffered non-life threatening injuries. Both were transported to the hospital. The vehicle was equipped with both front and curtain airbags, all of which activated.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPatterson Road was blocked for approximately 45 minutes while emergency crews assisted the injured and removed roadway hazards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Hampton County man </b><b>faces child porn charges</b>\r\n\r\nJohn Edward Benson, 52, of Varnville, has been arrested on 10 charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe state Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Attorney General\'s Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Hampton County Sheriff\'s Office and Homeland Security Investigations, also part of the state\'s ICAC Task Force, assisted with the arrest.\r\n\r\nInvestigators received a CyberTipline report from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) which led them to Benson.&nbsp; Investigators state Benson possessed multiple images of child pornography.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBenson was arrested on Aug. 23 and was charged with 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, third degree, a felony offense punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment on each count.\r\n\r\nThe case will be prosecuted by the SC Attorney General\'s Office.\r\n\r\n<b>Burton Fire District&nbsp;</b><b>promotes new officers</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33351\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"5230\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Burton-FD_Promotions_081917.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33351\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33351\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Burton-FD_Promotions_081917.jpg\" alt=\"From left are Brian Wagner, Ethan Webb, John Perry, John Ireland, Chris Lewis, Daniel Byrne and Justin Blankenship. \" width=\"5230\" height=\"3735\"></a> From left are Brian Wagner, Ethan Webb, John Perry, John Ireland, Chris Lewis, Daniel Byrne and Justin Blankenship.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District recently held a promotional ceremony promoting seven new officers to the supervisory ranks.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFive of the promotions were to fill vacant positions, and two promotions were newly created positions to assist the fire district in managing its growing call volume and changing operational requirements.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFour engineers were promoted to lieutenant: paramedics Brian Wagner and Daniel Byrne, Emergency Medical Technician Ethan Webb and Emergency Medical Technician/Fire Investigator John Perry.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe new lieutenants will not only provide management of emergency scenes but each will also supervise two out of the five fire stations in the district.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTwo lieutenants, Justin Blankenship and Christopher Lewis, were promoted to newly created captain positions. These new positions were created to assist the fire district in keeping pace with the increasing emergency responses and operational requirements.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition, the new captains will manage the district’s training program, ensuring all five stations are meeting national standards; as well as managing fire scenes and fire station activity.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLt. John Ireland was promoted to captain to fill the vacant medical training officer position. He will oversee the district’s emergency medical program to ensure the district meets SC DEHC standards, as well as manage the training and operational requirements for emergency medical services delivery. 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(33354, 4, '2017-08-31 07:56:43', '2017-08-31 11:56:43', '<b>Coffee with Colleagues&nbsp;</b><b>coming to Hilton hotel</b>\r\n\r\nCoffee with Colleagues, a free networking opportunity for Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce members, will be held from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 8.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis free event will be hosted by the Beaufort Hilton Garden Inn at 1500 Queen St. in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be a drawing for a two-night stay with breakfast at the Beaufort Hilton Garden Inn.\r\n\r\nRegister online by emailing lanelle@beaufortsc.org.\r\n\r\n<b>United Way celebration&nbsp;</b><b>hosted by Chamber</b>\r\n\r\nThe United Way of the Lowcountry will celebrate its one-year anniversary at its new location in Beaufort at 1277 Ribaut Road.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event will be held from 8:30-10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 31, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9 a.m.\r\n\r\nUnited Way of the Lowcountry (UWLC) brings people and resources together to meet the immediate needs of the neighbors in Beaufort and Jasper counties through funded agencies and direct services like the HELPLINE, while diligently working to create lasting, positive change in the community.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs a funder, partner and convener, UWLC works with the community to address the root causes of key issues facing the Lowcountry, focusing on four priority areas: Basic Needs, Education, Health and Income/Family Stability.\r\n\r\nTo learn more about United Way of the Lowcountry, visit uwlowcountry.org.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information about the chamber, visit www.beaufortchamber.org or call 843-525-8500.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Chamber to celebrate&nbsp;</b><b>Grand Oak Wealth</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the grand opening with an open house at Grand Oak Wealth Management\'s at 701 Carteret St.\r\n\r\nThe open house will be held from 1-5 p.m., with a ribbon cutting at 4 p.m.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLight hor d\'oeuvres and beverages will be served.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEmail Carolyn@beaufortsc.org.', 'Chamber Corner for August 31st-September 6th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chamber-corner-for-august-31st-september-6th', '', '', '2017-08-31 07:56:43', '2017-08-31 11:56:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33354', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33356, 4, '2017-08-31 07:57:13', '2017-08-31 11:57:13', '<b>Fridays @ the Corridor:&nbsp;</b><b>Promise of Smart Communities</b>\r\n\r\nThe idea of using smart and connected technologies to make communities work better is quickly gaining traction in municipalities around the world. Smart cities can increase economic development, drive citizen engagement and promote sustainability.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAt the September Fridays @ the Corridor, Crystal Chubeck, Smart Communities architect for Verizon, will discuss how cities can develop viable and comprehensive smart platforms to help their communities become more resilient through the incremental adoption of digital technologies and automation.\r\n\r\nThis one-hour interactive forum, meant to engage and inform Beaufort\'s knowledge-based community, will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n\r\nAttendance is limited to 25 guests, with priority seating for Digital Corridor members. The nonmember fee is $10 and can be paid by cash or check at the door.\r\n\r\nMetered and free street parking is available in and around BASEcamp at 500 Carteret St. RSVP by emailing Karen Warner at fridays@beaufortdigital.com', 'Business briefs for August 31st-September 6th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'business-briefs-for-august-31st-september-6th', '', '', '2017-08-31 07:57:13', '2017-08-31 11:57:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33356', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33358, 4, '2017-08-31 07:58:21', '2017-08-31 11:58:21', '<b>Various offices&nbsp;</b><b>closed for holiday</b>\r\n\r\nFollowing are government offices and other facilities that will be closed Monday, Sept. 4, for Labor Day:\r\n\r\n• All local, state and federal government offices (there will also be no postal delivery).\r\n\r\n• The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (The DMV also reminds customers that the days before and after a holiday are often extremely busy at DMV. Customers may want to choose another time to visit their local DMV office or process their transactions online at the agency website atwww.scdmvonline.com.).\r\n\r\n• All branches and departments of the Beaufort County Library System.\r\n\r\n<b>Registration for tax&nbsp;</b><b>auction to get underway</b>\r\n\r\nBidder registration for the Beaufort County Tax Auction will begin Tuesday, Sept. 5.\r\n\r\nThe auction will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 2, at the Charles Lind Brown Activity Center at 1001 Hamar St. in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIndividuals wishing to bid on properties being auctioned at the Beaufort County Tax sale must register in advance of the auction. Registration will not be permitted the day of the sale.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBidders can register in advance online or at any of the Beaufort County Treasurer\'s three office locations by noon Friday, Sept. 29. For locations or to register online, visit www.BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com\r\n\r\nThe registration fee is $30 and includes a list of all properties to be sold, distributed the morning of the auction.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn the day of the sale, bidder sign-in will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 9:30 a.m. All bidders must be signed in no later than 9:30 a.m.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll bid payments, deed preparation costs and recording fees must be paid in full before the close of business on the day of the tax sale with guaranteed funds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll real estate subject to auction can be found online at BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com. Properties are advertised and auctioned in alphabetical order according to the defaulting owner\'s last name or company name as listed in Beaufort County’s tax system.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf an owner has multiple properties being auctioned, the properties will be advertised and auctioned in numerical order by Property Identification Number (PIN).&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBidders are encouraged to do their own research and have a full understanding of what they are purchasing. To assist in this endeavor, the Treasurer’s Office provides historical data pertaining to past tax sales and other useful resources. To view past data or to learn more about the tax sale, visit BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Robert’s rules to&nbsp;</b><b>be topic at workshop</b>\r\n\r\nBetter, shorter, and/or more productive meetings – need a refresher?\r\n\r\nA monthly workshop is being conducted to study and correctly apply Robert’s Rules of Order.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe study group will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6, at the Beaufort Branch Library (entrance on Scott Street).\r\n\r\nBeginners and/or intermediates will learn about agendas, preparation of minutes, proper use of motions, bylaws and more at this free event.\r\n\r\nIt will be facilitated by Janet Jacobs of the National Association of Parliamentarians. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nCall or text her at 386-871-8855 or email parliamentarystudy@gmail.com for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Mosquito spraying may&nbsp;</b><b>take place through Sept. 1</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Mosquito Control may conduct aerial training, surveillance, and/or spray missions that may include the application of EPA-registered public health insecticides during daylight hours through Friday, Sept. 1.\r\n\r\nIt uses low-flying aircraft and its aerial spraying is dependent upon ideal weather. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt does not treat the salt marsh habitats for adult mosquitoes during these aerial operations.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor additional information, call 843-255-5800.\r\n\r\n<b>Tiny House Show&nbsp;</b><b>coming to Lowcountry</b>\r\n\r\nNew South Living LLC will present a two-day Tiny House Show at the Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane on Hilton Head Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGates will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9; and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNew South Living LLC, Driftwood Homes USA, along with several other builders, will showcase their unique tiny homes as a part of the Tiny House Movement – one of the hottest trends in the housing market today.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe tiny homes include all necessary features of a home to live a sustainable life including full bathrooms, appliances, queen size beds, living rooms and many other custom features.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets are $20 for one day, $35 for both days, and children under 12 are free. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will go to DragonBoat of Beaufort County, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping cancer patients and survivors living in the area.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We are thrilled we can host this event and bring to light unique and attainable housing solutions,” said Ben Kennedy of New South Living. “We are excited to promote the event and bring awareness of alternative housing options to our area. As the need for attainable housing grows, New South Living wants to use this event to educate the public about innovative ways to help our housing industry. We are planning to bring a Tiny Home Community to this area to show our community that living tiny is no small idea.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor tickets, visit www.LiveTinyLC.com.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort County offers </b><b>free electronics recycling</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Public Works Department Solid Waste and Recycling Office will host two free electronics recycling events for county residents.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe next events will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 at&nbsp; Beaufort County Public Works, 9 Benton Field Road, Bluffton; and Beaufort County Public Works, 140 Shanklin Road, Beaufort.\r\n\r\nAny personal computers, laptops, CRT monitors, LCD monitors, CRT televisions, non-CRT televisions, printers, hard drives and miscellaneous electronics (microwaves, cell phones, radios, fax machines, and typewriters) will be accepted.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, call the Solid Waste and Recycling Office at 843-255-2736 or visit www.bcgov.net/recycle.', 'New briefs for August 31st-September 6th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-briefs-for-august-31st-september-6th', '', '', '2017-08-31 07:58:21', '2017-08-31 11:58:21', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33358', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33360, 4, '2017-08-31 07:56:32', '2017-08-31 11:56:32', 'U.S. Navy Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Michael Cook, from Beaufort, performs maintenance on cotter keys on an F/A-18E Super Hornet, from the “Blue Diamonds” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146, aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), Aug. 21 in the Arabian Gulf. Nimitz is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. While in this region, the ship and strike group are conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserve freedom of navigation, and maintain the free flow of commerce. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Emily Johnston.', 'Military new briefs for August 31st-September 6th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'military-new-briefs-for-august-31st-september-6th', '', '', '2017-08-31 07:59:42', '2017-08-31 11:59:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33360', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33363, 4, '2017-08-31 08:01:39', '2017-08-31 12:01:39', 'The Rotary Club of Beaufort welcomed two new members at its August 16th meeting. New member Amanda Burgin (pictured at top) was sponsored by Rotarian Owen Hand, and new member Rachael Simpkins (pictured at bottom) was sponsored by Rotarian Whitney McDonald. Photo submitted by Jim Weiskopf, Rotary Club of Beaufort.', 'New Rotarians welcomed', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-rotarians-welcomed', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:01:39', '2017-08-31 12:01:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33363', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33366, 4, '2017-08-31 08:06:11', '2017-08-31 12:06:11', 'Thomas Lochen took this beautiful picture recently along the Beaufort River.\r\n\r\nTo submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.&nbsp;', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lowcountry-life-50', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:27:10', '2018-07-12 15:27:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33366', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33369, 4, '2017-08-31 08:05:13', '2017-08-31 12:05:13', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;John Williams, left, and Carl Barr of AMVETS Post 70 on Port Royal, cook up some of the 500 hamburger patties donated by BiLo in Beaufort. The food chain also donated 500 frankfurters and the buns to go with them. Piggly Wiggly donated all the condiments and charcoal. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nSeveral hundred active duty and retired military and their families and civilian supporters converged on Laurel Bay on Aug. 28, for the annual Military Appreciation Day sponsored by the Greater Beaufort Chamber of Commerce.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33370\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2042\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES0476.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33370\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33370\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES0476.jpg\" alt=\"David Eudy, center, gets a head start on his hot dog while his fiancé, Rachel Woolard, dresses her hamburger at the annual Military Appreciation Day sponsored by the Greater Beaufort Chamber of Commerce. Eudy is with the Low Country Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol, whose team “posted the colors.” He said he and Woolard just got engaged the day before. Photos by Bob Sofaly.\" width=\"2042\" height=\"1400\"></a> David Eudy, center, gets a head start on his hot dog while his fiancé, Rachel Woolard, dresses her hamburger at the annual Military Appreciation Day sponsored by the Greater Beaufort Chamber of Commerce. Eudy is with the Low Country Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol, whose team “posted the colors.” He said he and Woolard just got engaged the day before.&nbsp;[/caption]', 'Military celebrated at annual Military Appreciation Day', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'military-celebrated-at-annual-military-appreciation-day', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:05:13', '2017-08-31 12:05:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33369', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33374, 4, '2017-08-31 08:06:04', '2017-08-31 12:06:04', '<b>TCL is accepting&nbsp;</b><b>nursing applications</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry is accepting applications through Wednesday, Sept. 6, for spring 2018 entry to its associate degree in nursing (ADN) program. Classes start in January.\r\n\r\n“Prospective students don’t have to wait until next fall to start pursuing their dreams of becoming a nurse,” health sciences dean Dr. Glenn Levicki said. “The sooner students start the program, the sooner they’ll finish and be able to enter a high-paying nursing career.”\r\n\r\nTCL’s two-year ADN program prepares graduates to practice as registered nurses. Students experience on-campus learning using high-tech simulation equipment and receive additional hands-on practice at clinical sites located throughout Beaufort, Jasper, Hampton and Colleton counties.\r\n\r\n“The TCL nursing program in particular is rigorous but produces extremely qualified and successful graduates, giving them the confidence they need to excel in the nursing field,” nursing program director Mary Ann Jarmulowicz said.\r\n\r\nTCL has campuses in Beaufort, Bluffton and Hampton. With S.C. Lottery Tuition Assistance, South Carolina residents pay around $1,000 a semester for full-time tuition, regardless of need or income.\r\n\r\nIn addition, TCL offers in-state tuition to military members and their spouses who are stationed in Beaufort and to residents of Chatham and Effingham counties in Georgia.\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-525-8267 or visit tcl.edu.\r\n\r\n<b>State of the Schools </b><b>to be held Sept. 13</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber will hold a State of the School event from 8-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, at Holiday Inn &amp; Suites, 2225 Boundary St.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and the leaders from the area school systems will share information concerning education in Beaufort County and the impact on our community.\r\n\r\nSpeakers will include Spearman, Dr. Jeffrey Moss of the Beaufort County School District; Dr. Richard Gough, Technical College of the Lowcountry; and Dr. Al Panu, University of South Carolina Beaufort.\r\n\r\nGuests will also hear from a panel of leaders representing the area’s private and charter schools including: Beaufort Academy, Bridge Preparatory School, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, John Paul II High School, Lowcountry Montessori School, Riverview Charter School and St. Peter\'s Catholic School.\r\n\r\nThe cost is $20 for chamber members; $25 for nonmembers; and $160 for a table of eight.\r\n\r\nContact LaNelle at LaNelle@BeaufortSC.org.', 'School briefs for August 31st-September 6th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-briefs-for-august-31st-september-6th', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:38', '2018-07-12 14:58:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33374', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33378, 4, '2017-08-31 08:07:19', '2017-08-31 12:07:19', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/anchorage.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33379\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33379\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/anchorage.jpg\" alt=\"anchorage\" width=\"960\" height=\"956\"></a>\r\n\r\nCoastal Living Magazine has named Beaufort’s Anchorage 1770 America\'s Top Seaside Inn. The award was bestowed following a reader poll that featured properties in the Southeast, New England, the West Coast and Hawaii.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNicknamed \"The Queen of the Bay,\" the Anchorage 1770 is the country\'s largest intact tabby structure and has changed hands throughout its colorful history in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt was perhaps best known as the William Elliott House, whose namesake owner was a renowned politician and explorer.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nToday, the luxury inn opens its doors to guests from around the world who visit Beaufort to enjoy historic tours, aquatic adventures, Lowcountry cuisine and period architecture.\r\n\r\nOwner-innkeepers Frank and Amy Lesesne began an ambitious restoration in 2014.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFrank, a former tech entrepreneur and Amy, a former flight attendant and photographer, knew the task was no small undertaking.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition to restoring and refinishing a Federalist mansion, the couple conceived a boutique inn to match its past.\r\n\r\nIn October 2016, the Lesesnes brought aboard Chef Byron Landis and relaunched the Ribaut Social Club, a dinner-and-drink hotspot that once played host to gambling, dancing and raucous parties. The current iteration of the Ribaut Social Club aims to capture the original club\'s convivial atmosphere.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"With the same joie de vivre that motivated the couple to buy and painstakingly renovate the home starting in 2014, the Lesesnes hang out and play ultimate hosts, setting you up on excursions like a tasting tour of Beaufort, fly fishing on local waters, or a paddleboard exploration of the historic harbor,\" wrote Coastal Living editors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition to the Coastal Living citation, The Anchorage 1770 has earned kudos from travel bibles like Conde Nast Traveler and The New York Times travel section.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn January, the property was featured on The Today Show as a prime mid-winter getaway.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis spring, the inn was invited to join the Southern Living Hotel Collection, a group of Southern boutique hotels whose quality caught the attention of Southern Living magazine editors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"It has been an exciting year with the launch of the restaurant, the Ribaut Social Club, the invitation to be part of the Southern Living Inn Collection and now this award from Coastal Living Readers,\" said Frank Lesesne.&nbsp;', 'Anchorage 1770 named America\'s top seaside inn', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'anchorage-1770-named-americas-top-seaside-inn', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:07:19', '2017-08-31 12:07:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33378', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33380, 4, '2017-08-31 08:08:31', '2017-08-31 12:08:31', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nI am old and there are many reasons why I know that I am old.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFirst and foremost, I am old because I qualify for all those senior discounts and the sales clerks do not even ask me if I qualify.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOf course, age is relative, so some older people might consider me young. However, I am over three score and I even know what “score” means. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt appears that there are other obvious signs of my age. I own a telephone book. Not only do I own one, I use it. I mark the pages of my doctor and dentist and the dog’s groomer. I also own a non-electronic rolodex. When service people come to the house, like a plumber or an electrician, I file their business cards so I can have them for future use.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOh, there are so many other things I do that reveal my age. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nI have the habit of closing my iPad when company comes to my house so we can visit together. I do not have a cell phone sitting at my dinner table; humans only. I do not feel obligated to answer my phone when it rings.&nbsp; I enjoy conversation. I want to know what people are reading, what movies they have seen, and where they have traveled.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnother sign of my age is that I do not discuss politics with friends and family. At this point in my life, why bother? I am not going to change my mind.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI used to read the Dick Tracy comics, but I do not own a device like he wore on his wrist; the watch, computer and phone all in one. I do not track how many steps I walk, but instead, I just walk every day. I have an address book. This helps especially at Christmas when I send out Christmas cards. The book contains a spot for me to track who I sent a card to and who sent one to me. I also write thank you cards in cursive and mail them.\r\n\r\nNow, I have been informed by younger people, there is another age identifier: my email account. It ends in aol.com. I have had it since the mid-1990s. There are many jokes on the Internet about “old” people with their AOL accounts.&nbsp; They are about me. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere are many advantages of being old. I have no problem walking into a library and finding a book using the Dewey Decimal System. I can drive a stick shift car and navigate using a map. I know how to spell words without auto-correct and I use a dictionary. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nYes, I am old, but best of all, I am here and I can entertain myself.', 'All signs point to being old (but that’s OK)', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'all-signs-point-to-being-old-but-thats-ok', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:08:31', '2017-08-31 12:08:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33380', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33382, 4, '2017-08-31 08:08:05', '2017-08-31 12:08:05', 'Join the fun from 5-11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, for a celebration at Lands End on St. Helena.\r\n\r\nThis event will celebrate Gullah ancestry and the legacy of Reconstruction.\r\n\r\nIn the 1920s, 45 black families got together and bought 328 acres of land. They did this so that relatives and friends would have somewhere to hunt, fish and have community gatherings. The property is also used for weddings, parties, family reunions, etc.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo maintain the property and support its use, the heirs have been holding the Lands End Woodland Festival for the last 12 years.\r\n\r\nOn Friday, there will be a fish fry with reggae music on the river banks alongside the historic tabby ruins of the Riverside Plantation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn Saturday, there will be master storyteller, Aunt Pearlie Sue of the Gullah Kinfolk, African drummers, dancers, the Family Sliders, gospel choirs and step teams. Family fun will also include local arts and crafts, food vendors and tours of the historic tabby ruins of the former Riverside Plantation, Fort Fremont and the historic Penn Center.\r\n\r\nVendors will be selling foods and crafts.\r\n\r\nThe festival is near the end of Lands End Road, approximately 6 miles south of Penn Center. Markers will be prominently displayed so it will be easy to find.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdmission is $3 for adults and free for ages 16 and under.', 'Festival to celebrate Gullah culture on St. Helena Island', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'festival-to-celebrate-gullah-culture-on-st-helena-island', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:08:05', '2017-08-31 12:08:05', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33382', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33385, 4, '2017-08-31 08:11:53', '2017-08-31 12:11:53', '<em>Photo above: Dataw Island members collected hundreds of items for Operation Backpack. Photo provided.</em>\r\n\r\nAs any parent can attest, “back to school” time can be a costly venture. Although it can be a great boon for retailers, some families are not able to meet the demands of the back-to-school spending bump and the kids risk starting out the year two steps behind with insufficient supplies and ill-fitting uniforms.\r\n\r\nEnter Dataw members.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhether gathering supplies for the children of migrant farm workers, supporting local school supply drives through United Way, adopting a school or volunteering with literacy programs, each year Dataw Island members contribute to the education of local children by donating supplies, money and a great deal of time and talent.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOne major initiative to which they contribute is Operation Backpack. A subsidiary of United Way of the Lowcountry, Women United started Operation Backpack four years ago to provide children in our community the tools they need to be successful in school.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDataw Island members play a large role in Operation Backpack under the guidance of fellow member Alison Barton, who coordinates the Dataw drive, collects the supplies, and serves as the liaison to United Way.\r\n\r\nJaime Dailey-Vergara, the director of Marketing &amp; Communications for United Way of the Lowcountry, said, “We want to break any barrier that would prevent a student from succeeding in school, so when we learned that many students were starting the school year without the school supplies they needed, Operation Backpack was born.”\r\n\r\nLocal school guidance counselors help identify children in need who are not being served by another agency. Women United collects supplies and fills the backpacks with everything from pencils and paper to folders, crayons and glue sticks. Each of the children in the program are also given two school uniform shirts, which are specific to their size and school. Participating schools are also given paper products, hand sanitizer and other supplies for the classroom.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The support we receive from Dataw Island for this effort is incredible,” Dailey-Vergara said. “Dataw Island residents generously donated school supplies and financial support again this year to help make Operation Backpack successful. In addition, many Dataw residents volunteered their time helping to pack the backpacks and deliver them to the schools.”\r\n\r\nAs the saying goes, “It takes a village…” and this year was no exception. Two young ladies learned the gratification and joy of volunteering when Barton sought out volunteers to sort and organize the donations being collected, as she was not going to be in town during this phase of the project.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn her absence, another Datawite, Kitty Trice, stepped up to the plate and volunteered herself and her granddaughters to take on the task, thinking it would be a nice activity for them one afternoon.\r\n\r\nThe first day that they went by Barton’s house to organize the collected supplies, Trice, along with Maddie, 11, and Lindsay, 7, were shocked to see the size of the pile of supplies that had already gathered. All three of them had fun working through the organization, Kitty said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe next day, they returned to see if any stragglers had showed up, and found another huge pile. And again, the next day.\r\n\r\n“The girls and I were delighted,” Trice said. “They just loved being able to contribute to something meaningful and we all enjoyed the time together.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBarton expressed her gratitude for all of the volunteers.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We want to say a special thank you to the volunteers who collected the items, the volunteers who packed the bags, and the volunteers who delivered the backpacks to the schools (many over an hour away).&nbsp; In two days, we packed over 600 backpacks. This could not have happened without the most generous donations from Dataw Island residents. Many, many thanks!”\r\n\r\nDailey-Vergara added, “We are so grateful for the generosity and caring spirit of the Dataw Island community. Dataw Island residents know what it means to live United!”\r\n\r\nBegun just four years ago, Operation Backpack has continued to grow each year as more people learn about it and provide support. This fall, 600 backpacks full of supplies were delivered to students at eight schools throughout Beaufort and Jasper counties. Those interested in learning more about United Way of the Lowcountry and Women United can visit www.uwlowcountry.org or call 843-982-3040. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more on Dataw Island, visit www.dataw.com.', 'Dataw Island members collect school supplies', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dataw-island-members-collect-school-supplies', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:38', '2018-07-12 14:58:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33385', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33386, 4, '2017-08-31 08:09:57', '2017-08-31 12:09:57', '<h3>By State Farm</h3>\r\nMaintaining proper tire pressure is often overlooked by drivers until they need to swerve or brake unexpectedly to avoid a collision.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere is no perfect calculation to tell exactly how long your tires will last. However, with proper vehicle maintenance, many tire-related accidents can be easily avoided.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUse these quick tips to maintain appropriate tire pressure.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTip 1: Check your tire pressure often.\r\n\r\nIf you wait too long to check your tire pressure, you could be forced to deal with a flat, blowout, unevenly worn tire or even worse, a tire-related accident.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTires lose small amounts of air pressure each day from a variety of factors including: cooling temperatures, seasonal or altitude changes and road debris like nails and screws.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt’s important to get into a routine of checking your tires every time you get gas, adding to the vehicle safety and extending the life of the tire.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTip 2: Get a digital pressure gauge.\r\n\r\nPurchase a digital tire gauge to use when filling your tires. It’s fine to use the gas station’s air when filling your tires, but you shouldn’t rely on the accuracy of its measurement. Invest in a personal digital tire gauge to keep in your car.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTip 3: Know the proper amount of tire air pressure.\r\n\r\nInside the driver’s side door, glove box or fuel door, there should be a tire placard showing the manufacturer recommended air pressure for your vehicle’s front and rear tires, and&nbsp; sometimes your spare tire too.\r\n\r\nTypically it specifies the “cold tire inflation pressure” in PSI. The PSI number is what you set the air pressure gauge to if you are adding air at a service station. To compare and book an auto repair near you, check out Openbay at www.openbay.com/invite/statefarm?source=article_tire_pressure. State Farm customers can receive $40 in total savings on their first two auto repair or maintenance services compliments of Openbay.', 'Tire-related accidents can be avoided', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'tire-related-accidents-can-be-avoided', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:09:57', '2017-08-31 12:09:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33386', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33389, 4, '2017-08-31 08:14:47', '2017-08-31 12:14:47', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;The Conroy Literary Center is at 308 Charles St. in Beaufort. Photo provided.</em>\r\n<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nExtending the experiences which began at the Pat Conroy at 70 festival and birthday celebration in October 2015, the annual Pat Conroy Literary Festival continues to honor the writing life of Pat Conroy (1945–2016) in his adopted hometown of Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNow the signature annual event of the Pat Conroy Literary Center, the festival embraces themes from Pat Conroy\'s work and expands the conversation to include larger discussions of literature, life and culture.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTaking the Transformative Power of Education as its theme, the second annual Conroy Festival will honor Conroy as student, teacher and mentor through an immersive weekend of writer panels, readings, signings, workshops, tours, film screenings, live performances, receptions, a children’s book fair and other special events.\r\n\r\nThis event is being presented in partnership with the University of South Carolina Beaufort\'s Center for the Arts in historic downtown Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Through the character of Tom Wingo in ‘The Prince of Tides,’ Pat wrote that there was ‘no word in the language I revere more than teacher,’ and this year’s festival is our opportunity to honor some of those teachers who meant so much to Pat, to celebrate Pat’s own role as a teacher and student in and well beyond the classroom, and to reflect on the many ways in which education shapes and reshapes all of our lives,” said Jonathan Haupt, the Conroy Center’s executive director and the founding director of the annual Conroy Festival.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Writing was an act of teaching for Pat, and teaching for him was always an act of love — of great love. Our festival will honor that aspect of Pat in the stories we share this year.”&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFestival highlights include a tour of the former Beaufort High School where Conroy was a student and teacher; a screening of “The Lords of Discipline” followed by a panel discussion with some of his Citadel Class of \'67 classmates; a performance of the musical “Conrack”; an exhibition of photographs by Billy and Paul Keyserling documenting Conroy’s Daufuskie Island teaching experience; the debut of a new short film by Luke Parker Bowles about the Conroy Center; and appearances by Conroy’s teachers William E. Dufford and Nathalie Dupree, his students Sallie Ann Robinson and Valerie Sayers, his widow and fellow novelist Cassandra King Conroy, his brother Tim Conroy and daughter Melissa Conroy. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe festival will also include the launch of the paperback edition of “A Lowcountry Heart,” the posthumously published collection of short nonfiction by Pat Conroy; of “Geographies of Terrain,” the first book of poetry from Conroy’s brother Tim, a retired special education teacher; and of “My Tour through the Asylum: A Southern Integrationist’s Memoir” by William E. Dufford, Conroy’s Beaufort High School principal and a force for positive change in integration and diversity education in South Carolina. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe pantheon of teaching writers, poets and other special guests will also include International African American Museum president and Robert Smalls descendant Michael Boulware Moore, Smalls biographer Cate Lineberry, award-winning filmmaker and human rights advocate Bud Ferillo, prolific and award winning artist Wendell Minor, celebrated chefs the Lee Bros., and Sue Monk Kidd’s daughter Ann Kidd Taylor, now a novelist in her own right. &nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit the Pat Conroy Literary Festival’s new website for a wealth of information about the weekend’s schedule, presenters, ticket options, sponsors, travel recommendations, and select free events on Thursday and Sunday of the festival weekend: www.patconroyliteraryfestival.org.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Screen-Shot-2017-08-31-at-8.13.10-AM.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33392\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33392\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Screen-Shot-2017-08-31-at-8.13.10-AM.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot 2017-08-31 at 8.13.10 AM\" width=\"730\" height=\"708\"></a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Literary Center earns&nbsp;</b><b>national designation</b></p>\r\nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center has been newly selected as an affiliate of the American Writers Museum, the first site in South Carolina to receive this national designation.\r\n\r\n\"For our Conroy Center to be approved as an AWM affiliate on the basis of our first year\'s worth of public programming and operations speaks volumes about all that we are doing here in Beaufort and beyond to continue Pat Conroy\'s literary legacy.\" said Conroy Center executive director Jonathan Haupt.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"It\'s a tremendous honor for everyone who supports the Conroy Center. And we\'re in good company with the constellation of our fellow AWM affiliates across the country.\"\r\n\r\nThe American Writers Museum Affiliates Program fosters collaboration among American author museums and homes to increase interest in the works of great American writers and to expand the public knowledge and appreciation for their unique contributions to our nation. To date, just over 70 sites nationwide have been selected for AWM affiliate status.', 'Conroy Literary Festival coming to Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'conroy-literary-festival-coming-to-beaufort', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:14:47', '2017-08-31 12:14:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33389', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33393, 4, '2017-08-31 08:15:10', '2017-08-31 12:15:10', '[caption id=\"attachment_33394\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1224\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Commerce-Park-sign-e1504181700599.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33394\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33394\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Commerce-Park-sign-e1504181700599.jpg\" alt=\"This photo was taken last week at the Commerce Park. The city proudly says it has set aside the money to mow the Commerce Park four times in FY’18. A mowing schedule like that would get a POA member brought up on charges. Photo by Bill Rauch.\" width=\"1224\" height=\"1632\"></a> This photo was taken last week at the Commerce Park. The city proudly says it has set aside the money to mow the Commerce Park four times in FY’18. A mowing schedule like that would get a POA member brought up on charges. Photo by Bill Rauch.[/caption]\r\n<h3>By Bill Rauch</h3>\r\nOne of the Charleston-based consultants that the city of Beaufort has retained to market its Digital Corridor contacted me last week asking to have breakfast and talk about the city’s economic development efforts.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKindly, he said he was doing so because I am a former mayor and “a guy who loves Beaufort.” All true.\r\n\r\nWe haven’t had our breakfast together yet, but here’s what I’ll say to him.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort City Council made his job. But they didn’t make it easy.\r\n\r\nThey have got the trend lines in five key areas — safety, costs, the smell of success, community excitement and hope — all moving in the wrong direction.\r\n\r\nLast week’s ARMED ROBBERIES at Smoker’s Express and of a man who was pistol-whipped as he got his mail from his Mossy Oaks mailbox speak clearly to safety.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn recent years City Council has routinely so underfunded the city’s police department that, local law enforcement professionals say, Beaufort is now once again the drug-dealing capitol of Northern Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nFrom 1994-2008 the city’s then award-winning community policing efforts — initiated by Mayor David Taub in 1993 and implemented by Police Chiefs Bill Neill and Jeff Dowling— ran the drug dealers out&nbsp; of town. No, there were not BACK-TO-BACK ARMED ROBBERIES in Beaufort in those years.\r\n\r\nBut Mayor Keyserling’s Councils have deemphasized support for the police department, and the drug dealers, who are the ultimate opportunists, saw their chance, returned, and brought with them the violent property crimes that always follow them.\r\n\r\nNot convinced? Take a look at the numbers. In the last eight years in-city police calls for service have tripled, but the number of officers assigned to handle them has remained unchanged.&nbsp; That means Beaufort’s police officers no longer have the time to get out of their cruisers and talk to people. They are racing from call to call. Policing in Beaufort is thus now reactive. Yet law enforcement professionals say in unison that it is proactive policing — often called “community policing” — that prevents crime. We don’t have that anymore.\r\n\r\nThat is clearly not good for — among other things — the city’s economic development efforts. Everyone, except a bail bondsman who is considering starting a new business, looks for a safe area in which to do so.\r\n\r\nCouncil members wonder why the city’s population is decreasing. They think it’s because there are no good jobs and that they’ll work to get jobs for the city’s young people. Here’s a tip. Don’t try to make the jobs, try to make the climate one that is conductive to job-creation. Smart gardeners don’t spend a lot of money buying exotic plants and then bring them home and plant them in the wrong soil. The part that needs the work is the soil.\r\n\r\nWork on cutting taxes. Shed the programs that haven’t worked. Start-ups look for jurisdictions where costs are stable. That’s not Beaufort. In the Keyserling years the City Council has raised one tax or another in just about every budget season. To my knowledge none has ever been reduced. Ironically these City Councils have raised costs mostly in the name of economic development, although few, if any, jobs that are attributable to the city’s costly efforts have been created.\r\n\r\nTake for example the city’s economic development flagship, the Commerce Park. Purchased by the city for $1.85 million in 2012, jobs at the desolate 168-acre park have been lost since the city has owned it. And no wonder. The city’s maintenance and promotion of the park fall way short of what a privately-owned park would do. They get an F.\r\n\r\nSuccess breeds success, and wary entrepreneurs avoid associating their new enterprises with anything that suggests mediocrity, much less failure.\r\n\r\nNext, where’s the excitement? What happened to Main Street Beaufort, the primarily city-funded downtown development program that was charged with creating excitement in the Bay Street area? Excitement brings people in, and once they are there they may spend a few dollars. But even if they don’t, it gives 30-something mom and dad something fun to do — a place to go — with the children. It provides a pulse. Start-ups are drawn to that.\r\n\r\nBut the city recently discontinued the funding of its Main Street program.\r\n\r\nThere’s a street concert or mini-festival in next door Port Royal just about every weekend. The Farmer’s Market that the Beaufort City Council let slip away from the Waterfront Park is a big hit in Port Royal on Saturdays. Moreover, it is hoped the long-awaited opening of the port to development will give the town a big boost.\r\n\r\nBut in Beaufort the lights are off more often than they are on. And what’s ahead? The mayor’s live/eat/sleep blog celebrates what other people are doing to try to make things go. But where’s the city’s leadership leading us? What are we hoping for? A return to yesterday?&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese underlying fundamentals make very challenging the job of making the Digital Corridor go. And judging from the results delivered there so far, the consultants are feeling it.\r\n\r\nBut I’ll know more about that after our breakfast.\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.</i>', 'The Digital Corridor: swimming against the tide', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-digital-corridor-swimming-against-the-tide', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:15:10', '2017-08-31 12:15:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33393', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33396, 4, '2017-08-31 08:17:44', '2017-08-31 12:17:44', '<em>Photo above: Battery Creek’s quarterback Jordan Gywn, left, evades Beaufort High’s Brendan Bowersox during the first half of the non-conference, cross-town-rivalry game Aug. 25 at BHS. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Smith leads Eagles&nbsp;</b><b>past Battery Creek&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nQuarterback Jeffrey Smyth threw for 180 yards and rushed for 133 yards to lead Beaufort High past Battery Creek 48-13 in an early-season high school football game on Aug. 25.\r\n\r\nFamiliar foes, Beaufort High and Battle Creek are longtime rivals.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the win, Beaufort High moved to 2-0\r\n\r\nBattery Creek dropped to 0-2 with the loss.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High, under the direction of head coach Mark Clifford, remained in the win column after outlasting Wando 14-10 in a season opener on Aug. 18.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSmyth excelled for Beaufort High throughout the early-season high school football game.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMultiple players contributed for the Eagles in the victory. Kyleik Middleton rushed for two touchdowns. Another Eagle, Reggie Jones, returned a kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJunior receiver Reed Reichel hauled in five receptions for 115 yards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDominant Beaufort High led 27-0 before Battery Creek scored its first touchdown.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Dolphins had to punt a dozen times.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBattery Creek remained in the loss column following a setback to Swansea in a season opener. Swansea beat the Dolphins 27-13 in a season opener on Aug. 18.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoth Beaufort High and Battery Creek are due back on the field for games later in the week. Beaufort High is slated to host longtime rival Bluffton while Battery Creek visits Hilton Head Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Whale Branch falls&nbsp;</b><b>to Hilton Head Island</b>\r\n\r\nWhale Branch barely missed landing in the win column on Aug. 25. Visiting Hilton Head Island prevented Whale Branch from winning its season-opener, edging the Warriors 22-21.\r\n\r\nThe Warriors and Seahawks swapped leads during the early-season high school football game.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the loss, Whale Branch opened its season 0-1,\r\n\r\nHilton Head Island started its campaign 1-0 with the win.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecial teams played a big part in Hilton Head Island\'s victory. Hilton Head Island kicker Jonathon Orr drilled a 22-yard field goal with 3 minutes remaining to allow the Seahawks to pull out the hard-fought win. The Hilton Head Island kicker drilled three field goals in the Seahawks\' victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBattling back to win, Hilton Head Island scored the game\'s final 12 points.\r\n\r\nJamel Moultrie delivered a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown for the Warriors in the third quarter. Moultrie\'s scoring run allowed Whale Branch to move ahead 21-10.\r\n\r\nBut Hilton Head Island wouldn\'t be denied the win.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhale Branch\'s regular-season schedule includes additional games versus May River, Beaufort High, Battery Creek, Bluffton, Woodland, North Charleston, Garrett Academy Tech and Burke. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoth Whale Branch and Hilton Head Island are due back on the field on Friday, Sept. 1. Whale Branch is scheduled to entertain May River while Hilton Head Island hosts Battery Creek.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy drops&nbsp;</b><b>game to Clarendon Hall</b>\r\n\r\nVisiting Beaufort Academy couldn\'t keep up with Clarendon Hall during its second game in the young 2017 high school football season. Clarendon Hall pulled away to beat the Eagles 46-28 in an early-season gridiron get-together on Aug. 25.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the loss, Beaufort Academy dropped to 0-2. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nClarendon Hall moved to 2-0 with the win.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDeshawn Epps helped to lead Beaufort Academy offensively, rushing for 215 yards and two touchdowns.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nQuarterback Dawson Coleman completed 13-of-17 passes for 231 yards and two touchdowns.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDaniel Richards emerged as Coleman\'s top target, hauling in six receptions for 86 yards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCharlie Weeden and Daijon Galloway added one touchdown reception apiece for the Eagles in the loss.\r\n\r\nShowing much improvement, Beaufort Academy battled back from a 10-point deficit in the first half to cut the lead to two points in the fourth quarter. But Beaufort Academy eventually finished short of earning its first win in the 2017 season.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDefensively, Jaxon Spratling led Beaufort Academy with 14 tackles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nClarendon Hall captured its second win after clobbering Cathedral Academy 60-12&nbsp; in a season opener on Aug. 18.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles remained in the loss column after falling to St. John\'s Christian Academy in a season opener. St. John\'s Christian Academy beat Beaufort Academy 51-8 in a season opener on Aug. 18.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy is scheduled to visit Henry Academy on Friday, Sept. 1.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL&nbsp;</b><b>BASKETBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy&nbsp;</b><b>coach steps down</b>\r\n\r\nLocally, a boys\' high school basketball program will be under the direction of a late addition head coach during the upcoming 2017-18 season. Beaufort Academy announced that longtime boys\' basketball head coach Chip Dinkins is stepping down.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDinkins missed most of last season after suffering a torn aorta. He started coaching at Beaufort Academy in 1999 as the boys\' basketball junior varsity coach and has made history ever since.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"Coach Dinkins and I have worked and coached together at Beaufort Academy for three years, but have been good friends for a long time,\" said Beaufort Academy Athletic Director Neal McCarty. \"Coach Dinkins had a great run coaching at his alma mater, 10 teams qualified for state playoffs, and won a state championship in 2006. Unfortunately, he missed most of his final season coaching due to a torn aorta. However, I have a good feeling that he still will be involved in some capacity. Chip is a legend around campus, and the \'Voice of the Eagles\' on Fridaynights in the fall. I can\'t thank Coach Dinkins enough for everything he has done for our school and basketball program up to today. Beaufort Academy is a better place, and basketball is a better program because of Coach Dinkins.\"\r\n\r\nTraditionally, the Beaufort Academy boys\' basketball program begins preseason practice in mid-October each year.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy is in the search process of finding the next varsity boys\' basketball head coach. Anyone interested should send their resume and references to McCarty at nmccarty@beaufortacademy.org. For more information, call 843-524-3393, ext. 240.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL&nbsp;</b><b>VOLLEYBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort varsity team&nbsp;</b><b>defeats Fort Dorchester&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High defeated Fort Dorchester 2-0 (25-9, 25-20) in a varsity high school volleyball match on Aug. 23.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMadison Gallion, Cheyanne Newberry and Kaylie Richardson provided strong serving for the Eagles in the winning effort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHailey Lamar and Chase Vaigneur logged high kill percentages while Gallion delivered strong setting for the Beaufort High volleyball team.\r\n\r\nStrong defensive play from Newberry and Caroline Malphrus aided the Eagles in the win.\r\n\r\nHilton Head Christian Academy outlasted Beaufort Academy 2-1 (22-25, 25-11, 16-25) in another varsity match.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High junior varsity swept both Fort Dorchester and Hilton Head Christian Academy. More on the Beaufort junior varsity team\'s sweep follows.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort junior varsity sweeps Fort Dorchester, Hilton Head Christian Academy: </b>The Beaufort High junior varsity volleyball team swept Fort Dorchester and Hilton Head Christian Academy in junior varsity matches on Aug. 23.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High blanked Fort Dorchester 2-0 (25-23, 25-21) in a junior varsity match.\r\n\r\nThe Lady Eagles shut out Hilton Head Christian Academy 2-0 (25-11, 25-16) in another junior varsity match.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High had 85 percent service accuracy. Jasmine Callender led the Beaufort junior varsity with eight aces and seven kills. Olive Renforth added four aces and five kills for the Lady Eagles. Hayley Trader provided four aces while Layla Warren added four aces of her own and provided 100 percent service accuracy.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy blanks Clarendon Hall: </b>Beaufort Academy blanked Clarendon Hall 3-0 (25-17, 25-8, 25-14) in a high school volleyball varsity match on Friday.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>WOMEN\'S&nbsp;</b><b>COLLEGE SOCCER</b></span></p>\r\n<b>BA grad </b><b>Weslake&nbsp;</b><b>scores in Tigers\' win</b>\r\n\r\nFour different Tigers scored as the Clemson University women’s soccer team defeated UNCG 4-0 on Aug. 27 at UNCG Soccer Stadium. With the win, Clemson improves to 4-0 overall, while the Spartans slip to 1-3.\r\n\r\nAfter 42 minutes of play, Sam Staab put the ball in play on a corner kick, finding Mackenzie Smith who headed it backward to junior Patrice DiPasquale, who buried it away, giving Clemson a 1-0 lead heading into halftime and her first goal of the season.\r\n\r\nIn the 55th minute, Jenna Polonsky scored from 30 yards out in deep midfield, to increase the lead to 2-0 with her fourth goal of the season. One minute later, senior Shannon Horgan sent a cross from the left wing to junior Miranda Weslake, who headed the ball into the bottom left corner, putting the Tigers up 3-0. Weslake is a Beaufort Academy graduate. Less than 60 seconds later, the Spartans committed a foul in the box, setting up a penalty kick for Horgan, who converted for her first goal of the season.\r\n\r\nFor the match, the Tigers outshot UNCG 17-4, and 9-2 in shots on goal. Clemson took nine corner kicks, converting on one of them, while the Spartans had just two. Sophomores Sandy MacIver and Melanie Stiles split time in goal in the match, each with one save.\r\n\r\nPrior to arriving at Clemson, Eddie Radwanski spent 10 seasons as the head coach at UNCG, where he amassed a 139-65-13 record and led the Spartans to five NCAA tournament appearances during his tenure. In his time at UNCG as a player, he was a two-time All-American and captain of the school’s NCAA Division III men\'s soccer national championship teams in 1982 and 1983.&nbsp; In 2000, he was inducted into the UNC Greensboro Hall of Fame. Sunday’s match was his first time returning to UNCG Soccer Stadium since taking over the program at Clemson.\r\n\r\nThe Tigers will return to action at 5 p.m.Friday, Sept. 1, as they host VCU at Historic Riggs Field.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>GOLF</b></span></p>\r\n<b>United Way to hold&nbsp;</b><b>golf tournament</b>\r\n\r\nThe United Way of the Lowcountry is inviting the public to participate in the 17th Annual Golf Invitational on Wednesday, Sept. 27, at Secession Golf Club.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRegistration and lunch will begin at 11 a.m. with the shotgun start at 1 p.m.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nProceeds from the event benefit United Way of the Lowcountry, serving Beaufort and Jasper counties. United Way of the Lowcountry works to meet the immediate needs of the community and create lasting positive change through Community Impact, focusing on Basic Needs, Education, Health and Income/Family Stability. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe 17th Annual Golf Invitational is sponsored by Publix, Cleland Site Prep, Dividend Assets Capital, LLC, Hargray, Hilton Head BMW, Palmetto Electric Cooperative, Secession Golf Club and Turbeville Insurance Agency. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information about the tournament, visit www.uwlowcountry.org or contact Michelle Frier at mfrier@uwlowcountry.org or at 843-982-3040. &nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>FISHING</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Fishing, diving club&nbsp;</b><b>to meet Sept. 14</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club’s September meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept. 14, at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club on Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe social begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nJohn Satterfield, of the Beaufort Sail &amp; Power Squadron, will speak on medical emergencies during boating activities that may save a life. Additionally, Dr. Jane Kokinakis and Dr. Rebecca Epstein from the Beaufort Eye Center will present ideas to how to protect your face and eyes while fishing.\r\n\r\nIn related news, Steven Bettilyon won the monthly $50 weigh-in drawing sponsored by Chris Butler at Butler Marine.\r\n\r\nGuests are welcome and you do not need a reservation.\r\n\r\nFor additional information, contact Capt. Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.', 'Sports briefs for August 31st-September 6th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sports-briefs-for-august-31st-september-6th', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:17:44', '2017-08-31 12:17:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33396', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33398, 4, '2017-08-31 08:18:10', '2017-08-31 12:18:10', '[caption id=\"attachment_33399\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"3983\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/borgert.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33399\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33399\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/borgert.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Elinor Borgert and her son Gray are shown here. Her daughters, Morgan and Mary, also attend Holy Trinity. Photo provided.\" width=\"3983\" height=\"5423\"></a> Dr. Elinor Borgert and her son Gray are shown here. Her daughters, Morgan and Mary, also attend Holy Trinity. Photo provided.[/caption]\r\n\r\nHoly Trinity Classical Christian School has appointed Dr. Elinor Borgert as a temporary high school science teacher for the fall semester. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAccording to Holy Trinity Headmaster Rev. Chad E. Lawrence, \"Holy Trinity is blessed to have a faculty member of this caliber. Although her appointment is temporary, Dr. Borgert\'s contributions have already been significant.\"\r\n\r\nBorgert earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in Medical Humanities at Davidson College in North Carolina and an M.Sc. in Health Economics at the University of York in England. In 2002, she earned a Ph.D. from the Department of Health Policy and Administration at the University of North Carolina School of Public Health at Chapel Hill with a concentration in epidemiology.\r\n\r\nPrior to accepting her teaching assignment at Holy Trinity, Borgert worked with the World Health Organization (WHO) in Switzerland; the Institute of Medicine, part of the National Academy of Sciences, in Washington, D.C.; and the Belmont University College of Pharmacy in Nashville, Tenn. She has also spent nearly 12 years teaching at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.\r\n\r\nShe is a lifelong member of St. Helena’s Church and a Master Naturalist, having been certified in 2014.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn her spare time, she enjoys hiking, running, cooking and helping her children with their Holy Trinity homework.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2012, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School provides 300 students with a distinctly Christian and classical education. Holy Trinity is the result of a long-standing commitment to education by the Parish Church of St. Helena, beginning in 1748 with the founding of the first free school in Beaufort, and later in 1801 by the donation of 20 acres of land for the establishment of Beaufort College, resulting in what is now the University of South Carolina Beaufort. The current student body of Holy Trinity is comprised of families from over a dozen Christian churches of various denominations. For more information about the academic excellence offered at Holy Trinity, visit www.htccs.org.&nbsp;', 'Holy Trinity names Borgert to faculty', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'holy-trinity-names-borgert-to-faculty', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:38', '2018-07-12 14:58:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33398', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33403, 4, '2017-08-31 08:20:05', '2017-08-31 12:20:05', '<em>Photo above: Ken and Kelly Seremak are shown here before and after their efforts to lose weight and get healthy with the help of the YMCA. Photos provided.</em>\r\n<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nKen and Kelly Seremak have been members of the Wardle YMCA in Port Royal for several years, but a visit to the doctor late last year was the trigger Ken needed to really utilize their memberships and get moving at the Y. With encouragement from wife Kelly, better eating habits and the assistance of Y personal trainer Jeff Lewis, Ken has transformed his health for the better.\r\n\r\nIn a recent “My Y” story, Ken said, “Most people don’t give much attention to health and nutrition until something goes wrong or it doesn’t feel good. Just like many others, my wife Kelly and I were the same way, and had our share of health issues also.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Kelly has suffered with many allergies that have forced her to restrict her diet and become a pescetarian (a vegetarian who also eats fish). I have had issues with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. We both have been overweight most of our lives.”\r\n\r\nIn December 2016, Ken’s doctor told him that his diabetes was “out of control” and he recommended he start taking insulin immediately. Like most people, he became very concerned.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter relaying the diagnosis to Kelly, she recommended that they start exercising together, modify both their diets and get healthy.\r\n\r\n“We have been members at the YMCA for many years, but I was not a faithful attendee,” Ken said. “While we were both active people when we were younger — Kelly is now 47 and I am 55 — neither of us were consistent with our total wellness.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Seremaks moved to the Beaufort area 15 years ago and are originally from Chicago. Kelly said, “I’m ‘retired’ from being a homeschool mom for our four children, two boys and two girls.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKen is the area sales rep for Atlanta Dental Supply and as a couple they are active with church ministries at Calvary Baptist Church and their four children now have five boys between them, making the Seremak’s busy grandparents.\r\n\r\nWhile Kelly attended various classes at the Y throughout the years including swimming, yoga and group exercise classes, even an intense kickboxing class, last summer she hurt her ankle and took to the pool for some of the classes offered there. However, she then injured her shoulder and was not able to swim any longer, so she “discovered” the kickboxing class with Jeff Lewis and really liked it.\r\n\r\n“I was able to share my health concerns with Jeff and he offered many good recommendations, including stretches and exercises, even cryotherapy,” she said.\r\n\r\nLewis has been a personal trainer and group exercise instructor at the YMCA for four years. He is also a retired Marine Corps drill instruction – and that passion for motivating others shines through during his classes and in encouraging others in sustaining a healthy lifestyle. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nKen started coming back to the Y to get healthy. He walked on the treadmill while Kelly attended the classes. By late January he started to attend the fitness classes also, especially the ones that Lewis was instructing.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Jeff really pushes the class so we each get the most of it,” said Ken. “His knowledge in health and nutrition, and his desire to motivate the class (‘The Family’, as Jeff would say!) has helped us so much.”\r\n\r\nNow, after six months, Kelly and Ken have lost well over 100 pounds collectively. After re-visiting the doctor, Ken is medication free. His blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes numbers are all back in the normal range.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“People ask us how we did it and all we can say is the old-fashioned way … through diet and exercise,” said Ken. “We are very happy we started to be more faithful to the YMCA and many people there have helped get us on the right path. I want to give a special thanks to Jeff Lewis for always taking the time to discuss issues with us and to offer encouragement along the way.”\r\n\r\nThe YMCA of Beaufort County is part of a 172-year old worldwide organization that enables the citizens of Beaufort County to develop values and behaviors that are consistent with its mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The Wardle Family YMCA of Beaufort County was charted in 1990 and opened its doors in June 1996 in Port Royal.\r\n\r\nVisit ymcabeaufortcounty.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Interested in getting back on a path to better health after a long hiatus? YMCA Wellness Director Denice Davis Fanning shares some tips to get you started:</b>\r\n\r\n<b>•</b><b> If possible have a fitness assessment by a doctor or wellness coach.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>•</b><b> List your goals. Are your goals realistic?</b>\r\n\r\n<b>•</b><b> What type of exercise do you like? Make a fitness plan around what you like.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>•</b><b> Try joining a group exercise class. You will make friends and feel encouraged to not miss the class.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>•</b><b> Remember fitness can be really fun and it also relieves the stresses of daily life. Not to mention all of the health benefits you gain from exercise.</b>', 'Couple kicks it up at Y for better health', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'couple-kicks-it-up-at-y-for-better-health', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:20:05', '2017-08-31 12:20:05', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33403', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33406, 4, '2017-08-31 08:24:09', '2017-08-31 12:24:09', '<em>Photo above: Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling, left, Pastor Theresa Roberts of Love House Ministries, Rep. Shannon Erickson, and Pastor Randy Roberts, also of Love House Ministries, raise their hands in a show of support at the Racial Harmony Bowling Event. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<h3>By Bob Sofaly and Sally Mahan</h3>\r\nPastors Randy and Theresa Roberts of Love House Ministries were hoping that at least 250 people would show up for the inaugural Racial Harmony Bowling Event at the Community Bowling Center on Aug. 23.\r\n\r\nThey got more than they bargained for.\r\n\r\nMore than 1,000 folks showed up to support the organization and reject racial slurs that were spray painted on one of the center’s exterior walls on Aug. 19.\r\n\r\nRandy Roberts said the graffiti was removed with the help of local officials.\r\n\r\n“Thank you to the Beaufort city mayor, city manager, fire chief and firefighters for your support in removing the graffiti off the wall so rapidly,” he wrote on Aug. 21 on Love House Ministries’ Facebook page.\r\n\r\nAfter the graffiti was removed, Randy and Theresa Roberts wanted to bring the community together, so they decided to hold a free Racial Harmony Bowling Event at the bowling center on Ribaut Road.\r\n\r\n“This is in direct response to the racist graffiti on our wall,” Roberts said. “We wanted to show our community that ‘Love is Beaufort Strong.’ ”\r\n\r\nAbout 20 other churches throughout the community contributed to make the bowling event a success.\r\n\r\n“One church contacted me and is bringing hot dogs and burgers, another is bringing freeze pops, another soda, another donation boxes, another a bounce house – and from all different denominations,” Roberts said before the event took place.\r\n\r\nIn addition to community members, many elected officials also attended the bowling event.\r\n\r\nState Rep. Shannon Erickson, R-Beaufort, said, “We have a choice: We let the negative define us or we turn that negativity into happiness.”\r\n\r\nHappiness and fellowship won the day.\r\n\r\n“There is no place for that (racist graffiti) in our community,” one person said. “Not in our town.”\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, a 52-year-old Beaufort man was arrested and charged with writing the racist phrases at Love House Ministries and the former Shell station, both on Ribaut Road in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nJason Lyman was held on a $5,000 bond for each of two counts of illegal graffiti. He paid his bond and has been released from the Beaufort County Detention Center.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33411\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES0381_edited-1.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33411\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33411\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES0381_edited-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bryce Young, 8, looks like a pro bowler as he releases his ball during the inaugural Racial Harmony Bowling Event on Aug. 23. The event, according to Pastor Randy Roberts of Love House Ministries, was a direct result of racist graffiti spray painted on an exterior wall of their bowling alley on Aug. 19.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"850\"></a> Bryce Young, 8, looks like a pro bowler as he releases his ball during the inaugural Racial Harmony Bowling Event on Aug. 23. The event, according to Pastor Randy Roberts of Love House Ministries, was a direct result of racist graffiti spray painted on an exterior wall of their bowling alley on Aug. 19.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33412\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"3216\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES0394.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33412\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33412\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/RES0394.jpg\" alt=\"Volunteers feed some of the more than 1,000 people that showed up for the inaugural Racial Harmony Bowling Event at the Love House Ministries Community Bowling Center on Ribaut Road. The event was in direct response by the community in opposition to recent racially charged graffiti sprayed on the exterior wall at right. \" width=\"3216\" height=\"2136\"></a> Volunteers feed some of the more than 1,000 people that showed up for the inaugural Racial Harmony Bowling Event at the Love House Ministries Community Bowling Center on Ribaut Road. The event was in direct response by the community in opposition to recent racially charged graffiti sprayed on the exterior wall at right.[/caption]', 'Community strikes back against racism', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'community-strikes-back-against-racism', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:24:55', '2017-08-31 12:24:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33406', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33410, 4, '2017-08-31 08:21:35', '2017-08-31 12:21:35', '<em>Photo above: Rikki Parker of the Coastal Conservation League addresses about 65 members and guests of the League of Women Voters of Beaufort regarding plastic pollution in Beaufort County during the league’s meeting recently at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<h3>By Amy Rigard</h3>\r\nShould plastic bags be banned in unincorporated Beaufort County?\r\n\r\nThat’s a question members of the public discussed at the Beaufort County Natural Resources Committee meeting on Aug. 22.\r\n\r\nAn ordinance banning single-use plastic bags for retail checkout in unincorporated areas of Beaufort County would take effect Jan. 1, 2018, if it is passed by the Beaufort County Council.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Natural Resources Committee sent the draft ordinance to the county council, which will hold a first reading at its meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28, at the Hilton Head Island Branch Library at 11 Beach City Road.\r\n\r\nThe county listed a plastic bag ban ordinance as one of the five highest policy-making priorities in its 2017 strategic plan, and the issue has received increased attention recently. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn June, the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce surveyed approximately 700 people and found that 71 percent of respondents would support a plastic bag ban on Hilton Head.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSingle-use plastic bags are one of the main contributors of plastic litter, and they often end up in the ocean and other waterways, according to the Coastal Conservation League.\r\n\r\nRikki Parker, South Coast Project manager for the Coastal Conservation League, noted several ways plastic bag pollution is negatively impacting the Lowcountry.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“First and foremost, plastic bags are very harmful to our local wildlife,” said Parker.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSea turtles often mistake plastic bags for jellyfish – one of their food sources – and can die due to subsequent digestive issues. Sea and shore birds can also be affected if they were to become entangled in plastic bags and unable to fly, she said.\r\n\r\nPlastic bags break down into microplastics, which never fully decompose, and can act as sponges for toxic materials in the environment.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese microplastics can be ingested by shrimp, oysters, mussels and small fish, and microplastics are then consumed by those eating the affected shellfish, said Parker.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the negative effects on area wildlife, time and resources are necessary to clean up the litter to prevent bags from clogging storm water drains and getting into the ocean, rivers and marshes.\r\n\r\nIn 2015, Isle of Palms became the first city in the state to pass an ordinance banning businesses from offering single-use plastic bags to customers. Folly Beach enacted a similar ban in 2016 and added Styrofoam containers to its ban.\r\n\r\nNot everyone favors a bag ban or fee for violators. A statewide preemption bill was proposed during the last session to prevent local municipalities from enacting bag bans or fees. While that bill was tabled in March, it will likely resurface again in January 2018 when the second year of the legislative session begins.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe American Progressive Bag Alliance and NOVOLEX (www.bagtheban.com) have been vocal opponents of bag bans in South Carolina.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNOVOLEX, whose corporate headquarters is in Hartsville, is a manufacturer of recycled content high-density polyethylene (HDPE) bags, paper bags, films and related products.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey argue that bag bans and fees on violators threaten manufacturing jobs and cause local businesses to lose customers and money. They also argue that plastic bags are 100-percent recyclable and are reused by 90 percent of consumers.\r\n\r\nA number of counties, cities and other municipalities throughout the country have enacted plastic bag bans or fees. San Jose, Calif., banned plastic bags in 2011 and has since reported a reduction in bag litter of nearly 90 percent in its storm drain system. California became the first state to ban single-use plastic bags statewide.\r\n\r\nAny plastic bag ban passed by Beaufort County Council would only affect unincorporated parts of the county. Local municipalities such as Beaufort, Bluffton or Port Royal, would have to enact their own bans or fees. However, officials like Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling, have indicated they would consider a plastic bag ban if the county passes its ordinance.', 'County considers banning plastic bags', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'county-considers-banning-plastic-bags', '', '', '2017-08-31 08:25:12', '2017-08-31 12:25:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33410', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33416, 4, '2017-09-07 14:54:39', '2017-09-07 18:54:39', '<b>Habitat for Humanity&nbsp;</b><b>in need of volunteers</b>\r\n\r\nWondering how you might be able to help LowCountry Habitat for Humanity?&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAttend their Volunteer Orientation held at 10 a.m. the second Saturday of every month at 616 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVolunteer opportunities exist in every area of operations at LowCountry Habitat; there is a need for all types of abilities and skill levels.\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Lee McSavaney, volunteer coordinator at 843-522-3500 or email info@lowcountryhabitat.org.\r\n\r\n<b>9/11 remembrance event&nbsp;</b><b>to be held in Beaufort</b>\r\n\r\nAn event to commemorate the events of Sept. 11 will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in Beaufort. There will be music by the Marine Corps Ensemble Band with remarks by local dignitaries.\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Donnie Beere at 843-263-6023.\r\n\r\n<b>Special prices, menus&nbsp;</b><b>during restaurant week</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Restaurant Week is being held through Sunday, Sept. 17.\r\n\r\nParticipating restaurants in Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands are offering special priced menus.\r\n\r\nParticipating restaurants include Q on Bay, Plums, Saltus River Grille, Old Bull, Albergotti’s, Breakwater, Fat Patties and the Ribaut Social Club.\r\n\r\nFor updates on participating restaurants, menus and more, visit beaufortrestaurantweek.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Friends of Fort Freemont&nbsp;</b><b>to hold fall fundraiser</b>\r\n\r\nThe Celadon Club will host The Friends of Fort Fremont Fall Fundraiser from 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n\r\nThere will be beer, wine, appetizers, music by Beaufort DJ Steve Curless and an auction. The Celadon Club is donating two family 6-month memberships and two spa packages (facial &amp; massage) to the auction. There will be many other items to bid on too.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets are $30 per person and can be purchased at www.fortfremont.org. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nProceeds from this event will help continue the maintenance, preservation and conservation of Beaufort County’s Fort Fremont Park. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Friends of Fort Fremont is a 501(c)(3) corporation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Celadon Club is at 61 Celedon Drive on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\nVisit www.FortFremont.org or call the library at 843-255-6540. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Mather Interpretive Center </b><b>dedication announced</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Arts Council, the Mather Museum and the Technical College of the Lowcountry are hosting a dedication of the Mather Interpretive Center at 10 a.m., Friday, Sept. 8.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe center is in the BAC building on the TCL Beaufort Campus on Ribaut Road. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis exhibit showcases The Mather School’s 100-year history of transformative education that began during Reconstruction.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRSVP to Shadena Myers at 843-525-8214 or smyers@tcl.edu.\r\n\r\n<b>Library offering&nbsp;</b><b>variety of events</b>\r\n\r\nFollowing are some upcoming events at the St. Helena Branch Library at 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road:\r\n\r\n• Teen Library Ambassadors: Teens will work on charity projects, library outreach and more. This event will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11.\r\n\r\n• Family Law Issues: A local lawyer will give a 30-45 minute lecture with a question-and-answer period. This event will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11.\r\n\r\n<b>Drum circle to&nbsp;</b><b>play at park</b>\r\n\r\nA group of local percussion lovers who enjoy the impromptu experience that a drum circle brings are inviting others to join in.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort SC Drum Circle will meet from 5:30-7 p.m. the second Monday of each month at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in Beaufort. The first event at the park will be held Monday, Sept. 11.\r\n\r\nNo experience is necessary. Participants should bring some water and any non-electronic drum or other percussion instrument.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit the Beaufort SC Drum Circle Facebook page, email beaufortscdrumcircle@gmail.com or contact Jane at 732-259-1935 or Lanny at 843-441-0169.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Dog agility club&nbsp;</b><b>to get underway</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Dog Agility Club’s six-week fall session will get underway at at 5:45 Thursday, Sept. 28.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNo experience is necessary. The club is nonprofit and will meet at Beaufort Dog at 1307 Boundary St.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt is led by head trainer and owner, Kelley Blackston. Email her at Kelley@BeaufortDog.com or call 843-812-5394.', 'What To Do the week of September 7th-13th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-september-7th-13th', '', '', '2017-09-10 14:56:10', '2017-09-10 18:56:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33416', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33418, 4, '2017-09-07 14:56:21', '2017-09-07 18:56:21', '<h3>By Richard Eckstrom</h3>\r\nFor a period of a few weeks, the news seemed like it couldn’t get any worse.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNorth Korean military exercises triggered new fears of nuclear war. Racism and violence in Virginia shook the country. Protests by so-called “anti-fascists” resulted in assaults on law enforcement officers. Statues and monuments were being destroyed.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo top it off, the almost constant partisan bickering in Washington has been enough to make one wonder whether politicians are up to solving even routine issues – let alone our most daunting crises.\r\n\r\nBut for a moment on Aug. 21, a rare heavenly occurrence provided welcome relief from the headlines.\r\n\r\nIt was a solar eclipse of a magnitude not seen in over a century. The sun, moon and earth lined up perfectly and, in about an hour and a half, the moon’s shadow sped across the landscape of the United States.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA narrow sliver of the country from Oregon to South Carolina experienced almost night-time darkness as the moon blotted out the mid-afternoon sun for a couple minutes. (And, importantly, there was a welcome drop in temperature!)\r\n\r\nIn a fleeting instant, Americans of all walks of life paused from their daily routines, looked skyward, and marveled at the cosmic performance.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPeople gathered in parking lots, back yards and rooftops, and motorists pulled over to stop and view the phenomenon as it unfolded. Teens looked up from their smart-gadgets. Even some who were initially lukewarm about the historical event admitted they found it awe-inspiring.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThose of us who are older may have recalled how the early days of space exploration captivated America.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI thought back to the excitement from the Apollo 8 mission that orbited the moon in 1968, circling it on Christmas Eve while the crew members sent radio transmissions back to earth describing the incredible earthrise appearing before them above the moon’s horizon, while they reverentially read from the first chapter of Genesis the account of God creating the heavens and the earth.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThat mission was followed within months by our country’s first moon landing during which Neil Armstrong became the first person to step onto the lunar landscape.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEvents like these unleashed our imagination and stirred our quest to discover bigger things, while at the same time underscoring the enormity of the frontier we faced. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nLike the early moon missions, the eclipse offered perspective. It was, as those missions were, a reminder of how tiny we are relative to the universe.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAug. 21 was a particularly special time for South Carolina. The “path of totality” – a 70-mile wide path in which the moon completely blocked the sun from our view – moved from the mountains to the sea across our state.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHundreds of thousands of visitors, some that I met from as far away as Bulgaria, came to get incredible seats to the solar system’s impressive show.\r\n\r\nThe once-in-a-lifetime chance to marvel at this sight attracted people of varied ages, races, and stations in life.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor me, I’ll never forget how amazed I felt realizing that I was observing immense heavenly bodies moving at courses and speeds that were set for them “in the beginning.”\r\n\r\nI’ll also fondly remember Aug. 21 as a welcome distraction from the current state of affairs. However briefly, we all gazed up at the same spot in the sky, shoulder-to-shoulder, filled with awe. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt was an occasion that’s easy to appreciate in a time when we’re so often defined more by our differences than by our shared bonds.\r\n\r\n<i>Richard Eckstrom is the S.C. comptroller.</i>', 'Total eclipse provided a welcome distraction', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'total-eclipse-provided-a-welcome-distraction', '', '', '2017-09-10 14:56:43', '2017-09-10 18:56:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33418', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(33420, 4, '2017-09-07 14:57:02', '2017-09-07 18:57:02', '<b>Former priest charged&nbsp;</b><b>with sexual abuse</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33423\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"250\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Brown-Wayland.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33423\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33423\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Brown-Wayland.jpg\" alt=\"Wayland Brown\" width=\"250\" height=\"311\"></a> Wayland Brown[/caption]\r\n\r\nA Jasper County grand jury has indicted a former Catholic priest for the alleged sexual abuse of two children during the late ‘70s and early ‘80s while he served in a Savannah church.\r\n\r\nThe accused is 74-year-old Wayland Brown, a former parish priest at St. James Catholic School in Savannah.\r\n\r\nThe abuse is alleged to have taken place at several Jasper locations, Fourteenth Circuit Solicitor Duffie Stone and Chatham County District Attorney Meg Heap announced during a recent press conference.\r\n\r\nNine indictments were handed down by a Jasper County grand jury. They followed more than year of investigation by the Solicitor’s Office and the Chatham District Attorney’s Office.\r\n\r\nBrown will be tried in Jasper County because South Carolina, unlike Georgia and federal courts, does not have a statute of limitations on child sexual assault cases.\r\n\r\nAnyone with additional information about this case is encouraged to call the Chatham County District Attorney’s Office’s tip line at 912-652-8080.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Video available on&nbsp;</b><b>opioid overdoses</b>\r\n\r\nThere have been more than 70 drug overdose cases reported in Beaufort County in 2017, 20 of which resulted in death and the vast majority involving opioids.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office invites residents to watch a new public service announcement video, created and produced by the County Channel, to better educate themselves on the opioid crisis and the local treatment resources available.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe video can be found at youtu.be/-rVnGNNNIQI.\r\n\r\n<b>Firefighters respond to&nbsp;</b><b>3 accidents in 3 hours</b>\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District responded to three motor vehicle accidents in less than three hours on Aug. 31 that resulted in injuries and traffic delays.\r\n\r\nThe first accident was reported just after 4:30 p.m. on Francis Morrall Circle. Burton firefighters arrived on the scene to a single-vehicle accident involving a passenger vehicle striking a tree. The driver, who was wearing a seat belt, was treated for what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries and transported to the hospital.\r\n\r\nThe second accident was reported just before 6 p.m. at the intersection of Parris Island Gateway and Robert Smalls Parkway. Burton fire crews arrived to a two-vehicle accident. This accident resulted in minor injuries and traffic delays.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe third motor vehicle accident was reported just before 7 p.m. on Trask Parkway at the Whale Branch Bridge. Initial reports were that a vehicle had gone off the bridge and into the marsh. Burton firefighters arrived on the scene to find a pickup truck that had spun off the side of the road. The driver was uninjured. Traffic was delayed for approximately 30 minutes while emergency crews assisted the driver.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Man wanted in burglary&nbsp;</b><b>on St. Helena Island</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man suspected of a residential burglary on Aug. 28 on Ball Park Road on St. Helena Island.\r\n\r\nAccording to a sheriff’s report, at approximately 11:30 a.m. a homeowner reported he received a telephone call from his teenage son that someone was attempting to break into the residence.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe homeowner drove to his residence and saw a man on the side of his house carrying what appeared to be a long rifle. The homeowner shot at the subject once with a small caliber handgun and the man ran into a wooded area.\r\n\r\nSheriff\'s office deputies responded and set up a perimeter once they arrived at the Ball Park Road residence. K-9 units were summoned and conducted a track to locate the subject, which proved unsuccessful.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe suspect was described by the homeowner as an African-American male, 6 feet tall and about 150-160 pounds. He was wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt and white gym-style shorts.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlthough a broken window was found, it is unclear whether the man actually gained got into the home or if anything was stolen. There was no evidence found at the scene to indicate the man was wounded by the homeowner.\r\n\r\nAnyone with information is encouraged to contact Sgt. Andrew Rice at 843-255-3429 or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Shooting on St. Helena&nbsp;</b><b>is under investigation</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff\'s Office responded to a report of gunshots on Aug. 29 on Folly Road on St. Helena Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen deputies arrived they interviewed witnesses and learned that immediately following the gunshots, a gold Ford Taurus with the rear windshield smashed out sped away from the scene.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSheriff\'s office deputies and K-9 units searched the area for evidence and possible subjects involved in the incident.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNo one was found who was hurt, but small amounts of what appeared to be blood and multiple cartridge casings were on the ground and collected by investigators.\r\n\r\nJust over an hour after the Folly Road shots fired incident was reported, two men went to two different area hospitals for treatment of what were described as minor gunshot wounds, one at Coastal Carolina Medical Center with a gunshot wound to the foot and the other at Beaufort Memorial Hospital with a gunshot wound to the thigh.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlthough both men have ties to Northern Beaufort County, it has not been established whether the two wounded men were involved in the Folly Road incident. They were interviewed by investigators.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition, just after 1 p.m. on the same day, a gold Ford Taurus with a smashed rear windshield was found in the K-Mart Plaza in Beaufort. It is believed to be the vehicle that witnesses reported seeing speed away immediately following the gunshots on Folly Road. The Taurus is being processed by investigators for forensic evidence, as is a vehicle with multiple bullet holes found parked in a Folly Road yard near the incident location. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnyone with information is urged to call 911 or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for possible reward.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Man sentenced for </b><b>pointing gun at deputy</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33422\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"480\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Brown-Charles-Claston-mug.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33422\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33422\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Brown-Charles-Claston-mug.jpg\" alt=\"Charles Claston Brown\" width=\"480\" height=\"600\"></a> Charles Claston Brown[/caption]\r\n\r\nA Beaufort man who pointed a loaded gun at a Beaufort County Sheriff’s deputy in 2016 has been sentenced to prison.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCharles Claston Brown, 40, was found guilty of pointing and presenting a firearm following a brief trial at the Beaufort County Courthouse.\r\n\r\nBrown received the maximum sentence of five years.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn July 9, 2016, Beaufort County sheriff’s deputies went to Brown’s house on Windsor Road after a neighbor heard and saw Brown firing his gun and reported it to authorities.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen deputies arrived, they heard shots from within the home. Brown wanted them to leave and pointed his gun at law enforcement officers. One of the deputies fired his weapon and shot Brown in the hand.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The defendant was found with 129 unfired cartridges and he had a gun full of bullets. He was ready to load and reload,” Assistant Solicitor Leigh Staggs said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBrown has a criminal record that includes convictions for domestic violence, armed robbery, resisting arrest and assault and battery.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Fire alarm saves&nbsp;</b><b>Battery Point home</b>\r\n\r\nA monitored fire alarm system in a private residence saved a Battery Point home by alerting firefighters in time to advert a disaster.\r\n\r\nJust after 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 2, Burton firefighters received notification from Beaufort County dispatchers that a fire alarm was activating at a private residence in the Battery Point subdivision in the city of Beaufort. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton fire crews arrived at the residence minutes later and saw smoke inside the home. Firefighters forced their way in the door and located a pot smoldering on the stove only minutes from igniting. Firefighters removed the pot before any fire damages could result, and assisted the homeowner by removing smoke from the residence.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Fire Department also responded to the scene.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton fire officials strongly encourage the use of monitored fire alarms systems in homes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOfficials recount several occasions such as these where they were notified by such alarm systems of a growing fire in a home after the residents had left, and were able to quickly respond and extinguish the fire before any damages occurred.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn March 11, Burton and Beaufort firefighters battled a devastating fire in the Battery Point neighborhood on Bostick Circle which had started after the homeowners had left.', 'Public safety briefs for September 7th-13th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'public-safety-briefs-for-september-7th-13th', '', '', '2017-09-10 14:58:55', '2017-09-10 18:58:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33420', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33425, 4, '2017-09-07 14:59:09', '2017-09-07 18:59:09', '<h3><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Lowcountry-bikes-.jpeg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33426\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33426\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Lowcountry-bikes-.jpeg\" alt=\"Lowcountry bikes\" width=\"320\" height=\"184\"></a></h3>\r\n<h3>By Lolita Huckaby</h3>\r\nLowcountry Bicycles Inc. is celebrating 30 years of business this year, and like the community, it has changed and grown.\r\n\r\n“Thirty years ago, I was looking for a business that combined the loves of my life: biking and being on the water,” said store owner John Feeser.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort didn’t have a bike shop and Feeser saw an opportunity to capitalize on what he predicted would be a growing market.\r\n\r\n“When we opened in 1987, there were no share-the-road signs in the county, there wasn’t a hint of a bike path anywhere and the Spanish Moss Trail wasn’t even in the planning stages,” Feeser said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Spanish Moss Trail, on whose advisory board Feeser serves, now stretches 16 miles from the Port of Port Royal inland and draws hundreds of bikers, walkers and runners daily.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnd as the county has grown, population-wise, especially in the retiree area, Lowcountry Bicycles has grown.\r\n\r\n“We’re seeing what bike shop owners throughout the country are seeing – more retirees looking not just for additional ways to remain healthy but as a form of socialization,” Feeser said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“This is also a growth area for young families and the military (home of Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot and the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort), communities that support us as we support them.”\r\n\r\nThe business opened in downtown Beaufort within the city’s historic district, but within a few years it was apparent more space was needed and a move was made across the bridge to Lady’s Island. The new space allowed for expanded merchandise, which includes Jamis, Electra and Felt. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFeeser, who began his professional bicycle experience in Spartanburg, said the key to Lowcountry Bicycles\' success has been customer service.\r\n\r\n“If you’re going to work in this business, especially in a smaller town, you have to be a people person and you have to love the sport,” he said.&nbsp; “I want my customers to be treated the way I expect to be treated.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nConcept stores, big-box stores and on-line marketing are challenges for smaller retail shops like Lowcountry Bikes, Feeser said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“But if you welcome every customer that comes in your store and offer professional services not available elsewhere, we just may survive. And of course, we have to say thanks to our loyal friends and customers for the first 30 years,”&nbsp;he added.', 'Bike shop celebrates 30 year anniversary', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bike-shop-celebrates-30-year-anniversary', '', '', '2017-09-10 14:59:58', '2017-09-10 18:59:58', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33425', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33428, 4, '2017-09-07 15:00:09', '2017-09-07 19:00:09', '<em>Photo above: London Marie Gary became the 100th baby born at the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Collins Birthing Center when she arrived at 6:29 p.m. on Aug. 29. Mom, Melanie Queen, of Beaufort, and baby are both doing great, and by midnight Aug. 31, the birthing center\'s dedicated team had delivered 11 more babies. According to the staff, it\'s been over three years since the last time they topped 100 births in a single month. Photo courtesy of Charlotte Berkeley Photography.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Health &amp; Wellness Expo&nbsp;</b><b>to be held Sept. 14</b>\r\n\r\nA Health &amp; Wellness Expo sponsored by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce will be held from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, at Tabby Place in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nGuests will learn about the businesses that help make Beaufort County the healthiest county in the state.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor booth inquiries, contact LaNelle at LaNelle@BeaufortSC.org or 843-525-8537.\r\n\r\n<b>Foundation has new VP&nbsp;</b><b>chief development officer&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33430\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1600\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/schuchmann.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33430\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33430\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/schuchmann.jpg\" alt=\"Deborah Schuchmann\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\"></a> Deborah Schuchmann[/caption]\r\n\r\nDeborah Schuchmann has been named chief development officer of the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation, replacing Alice Moss, who led the nonprofit organization for 30 years before retiring earlier this summer.\r\n\r\n“Debbie understands the critical role the Foundation plays in helping Beaufort Memorial stay at the forefront of medicine and provide the kind of high-quality care the community has come to expect,” said BMH President and CEO Russell Baxley. “She has been incredibly successful in raising awareness of the hospital’s needs and engaging the support of donors.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSchuchmann takes the top post after serving less than a year as the Foundation’s director of special gifts. In her first six months on the job, she secured three major donations and several estate gifts for upgrades to the hospital.\r\n\r\n“There’s still a huge amount of opportunity to build a culture of philanthropy for health care in Beaufort,” Schuchmann said. “I want people to see their gifts to the hospital as an investment in their community whether they live here full or part time.”\r\n\r\nSchuchmann came to Beaufort Memorial with 15 years’ experience in development, most of it in the healthcare field. Prior to joining the hospital, she served as chief development officer for Macon Volunteer Clinic in Georgia.\r\n\r\nSchuchmann was past president of the Georgia Association of Development Professionals, an entity of the Georgia Association of Healthcare. In 2011, the Georgia Hospital Association honored her with the Great Ambassador Award. She also received the Strawberry Award for excellent customer service from the Medical Center of Central Georgia, where she worked for 12 years.\r\n\r\nA graduate of the University of Georgia with a B.S. in Education, Schuchmann was a public school teacher in Macon for 11 years before segueing into the field of healthcare as a staff development instructor at the local community hospital. During her six-year tenure with Medical Center of Central Georgia, she earned a Master\'s of Healthcare Administration from Mercer University in Atlanta.\r\n\r\nAfter a brief move to Mobile, Ala., Schuchmann returned to the Medical Center of Central Georgia to take the newly created position of major gifts and planned giving officer. In 2012, she was promoted to senior development officer.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“With cuts in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements, donor support is more important than ever,” Schuchmann said. “Gifts to the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation are used to provide high-quality health care close to home.”\r\n\r\nTo reach Schuchmann at the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation, call 843-522-5722.', 'Health briefs for September 7th-13th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'health-briefs-for-september-7th-13th', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:01:53', '2017-09-10 19:01:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33428', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33432, 4, '2017-09-07 15:02:09', '2017-09-07 19:02:09', '<b>Hunting Island beaches&nbsp;</b><b>close due to flooding</b>\r\n\r\nAs of Labor Day, the beaches at Hunting Island were closed due to recent rains and flooding.\r\n\r\nThe campground and lighthouse remained open.\r\n\r\nFurther information was unavailable at press time, but to find out if the beaches continue to be closed, visit southcarolinaparks.com/huntingisland/introduction.aspx.\r\n\r\n<b>SCDMV offers new&nbsp;</b><b>ID cards online</b>\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is providing a new way for SC residents to confirm if the documents needed to order and buy a REAL ID driver’s license online are on file with the agency.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nStarting in January, airport officials will stop taking driver’s licenses under the Real ID Act from SC, Alaska, California, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico and Washington state.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHowever, with the SCDMV’s newly designed mobile-first website, customers can log in and learn if they may be eligible for ordering a REAL ID license online when the cards become available in 2018.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“This eliminates the need to call, wait on hold, and confirm that all of the needed documents are on file for you to get a REAL ID,” said Executive Director Kevin Shwedo. “Customers can now access this information throughout all hours of the day, not just during normal business hours.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.scdmvonline.com, search “REAL ID”, and begin the transaction from the REAL ID web page.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nYou’ll enter your license number, Social Security number and date of birth to see if the required documents are on file.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll of the following must be true for you to be eligible to buy a REAL ID license online next year: &nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Required documents are on file with the SCDMV;\r\n\r\n• Driving privileges are in good standing;\r\n\r\n• Have a regular (Class D, E, F, M, or any combination of the four) license.\r\n\r\nIf the required documents are not on file and you’re interested in changing your current SC license to a REAL ID, you must bring the following documents to an SCDMV branch now:&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Proof of identity (birth certificate or valid US passport);\r\n\r\n• Proof of Social Security number;\r\n\r\n• Two proofs of current, physical SC address;\r\n\r\n• Proof of all legal name changes.\r\n\r\nIf you have an identification card, commercial driver’s license, or are an international customer, REAL ID licenses and IDs will not be available for online ordering.\r\n\r\nVisit www.scdmvonline.com or email questions to REALID@scdmv.net.\r\n\r\n<b>Attorney General&nbsp;</b><b>monitoring gas prices</b>\r\n\r\nIn the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey in Texas, the SC Attorney General’s Office is monitoring its effect on gas prices in South Carolina.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile it’s true people are paying more at the pump, the simple rise in the price of gasoline does not equal price gouging under state law, according to a release.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina does have a law against price gouging (SC Code § 39-5-145) that takes effect under very specific circumstances. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nRun-ups in price, even those that seem large, may be justified by market forces.\r\n\r\nBut if you believe you are the victim of price gouging, there are certain steps that you can take to help the Attorney General’s Office investigate:\r\n\r\n• Note the time, place, address and name of the gas station\r\n\r\n• Note the price you paid.\r\n\r\n• Note any prices nearby and get the same information on those stations.\r\n\r\n• Take pictures that identify the station, along with the price.\r\n\r\n• Provide your name and contact information.\r\n\r\nEmail any examples or documentation to pricegouging@scag.gov or call 803-737-3953 and leave a message if you have witnessed a likely violation.\r\n\r\n<b>United Way accepting&nbsp;</b><b>grant proposals</b>\r\n\r\nThe United Way of the Lowcountry and the Clarece Walker Fund Advisory Committee are seeking proposals for the first round of grants from the Clarece Walker Endowment Fund. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Clarece Walker Legacy Endowment Fund was established by the United Way of the Lowcountry Inc. (UWL) in 2013 in honor of Clarece S. Walker, retired president and CEO of UWL.\r\n\r\nThe mission of the Clarece Walker Fund is to change the tide of family circumstances in Beaufort and Jasper counties by funding inspiring, cutting-edge, and innovative educational and other activities that inspire children and adults to lift themselves out of poverty.\r\n\r\nAny organization that has a 501(c)(3) status or any collaborative that has a fiscal agent that has a 501(c)(3) status may apply.&nbsp; The committee will give special consideration to those applicants that are submitting as a collaborative.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFunding ranging from $10,000 to $20,000 will be considered. &nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nLetters of Intent are due Monday, Oct. 2, and applications of selected agencies will be due Tuesday, Nov. 3. Selected agencies will be notified by Sunday, Dec. 31. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nLetters of intent should be limited to no more than three pages and must be written in the following format:\r\n\r\n• Summary Statement\r\n\r\n• Statement of Need (the \"why\" of the program)\r\n\r\n• Program Activity (the \"what\" and \"how\" of the program)\r\n\r\n• Outcomes Expected\r\n\r\n• Budget Overview (general description of funding needs)\r\n\r\n• Closing Statement\r\n\r\nLetters of Intent should be mailed to United Way of the Lowcountry, c/o Clarece Walker Fund, PO Box 202, Beaufort, SC&nbsp; 29901; or hand-delivered to 1277 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; or emailed to lknoll@uwlowcountry.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Registration for tax&nbsp;</b><b>auction underway</b>\r\n\r\nBidder registration for the Beaufort County Tax Auction is underway.\r\n\r\nThe auction will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 2, at the Charles Lind Brown Activity Center at 1001 Hamar St. in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIndividuals wishing to bid on properties being auctioned at the Beaufort County Tax sale must register in advance of the auction. Registration will not be permitted the day of the sale.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBidders can register in advance online or at any of the three office locations by noon Friday, Sept. 29. For locations or to register online, visit www.BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com.\r\n\r\nThe registration fee is $30 and includes a list of all properties to be sold, distributed the morning of the auction.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn the day of the sale, bidder sign-in will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 9:30 a.m. All bidders must be signed in no later than 9:30 a.m.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll bid payments, deed preparation costs and recording fees must be paid in full before the close of business on the day of the tax sale with guaranteed funds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll real estate subject to auction can be found online at BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com. Properties are advertised and auctioned in alphabetical order according to the defaulting owner\'s last name or company name as listed in Beaufort County’s tax system.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf an owner has multiple properties being auctioned, the properties will be advertised and auctioned in numerical order by Property Identification Number (PIN).&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBidders are encouraged to do their own research and have a full understanding of what they are purchasing. To assist in this endeavor, the Treasurer’s Office provides historical data pertaining to past tax sales and other useful resources. To view past data or to learn more about the tax sale, visit BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort County offers&nbsp;</b><b>free electronics recycling</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Public Works Department Solid Waste and Recycling Office will host two free electronics recycling events for county residents.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe next events will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at&nbsp; Beaufort County Public Works, 9 Benton Field Road, Bluffton; and Beaufort County Public Works, 140 Shanklin Road, Beaufort.\r\n\r\nAny personal computers, laptops, CRT monitors, LCD monitors, CRT televisions, non-CRT televisions, printers, hard drives and miscellaneous electronics (microwaves, cell phones, radios, fax machines, and typewriters) will be accepted.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, call the Solid Waste and Recycling Office at 843-255-2736 or visit www.bcgov.net/recycle.\r\n\r\n<b>Mosquito spraying may&nbsp;</b><b>take place through Sept. 8</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Mosquito Control may conduct aerial training, surveillance, and/or spray missions that may include the application of EPA-registered public health insecticides during daylight hours through Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n\r\nIt uses low-flying aircraft and its aerial spraying is dependent upon ideal weather. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt does not treat the salt marsh habitats for adult mosquitoes during these aerial operations.&nbsp;', 'News briefs for September 7th-13th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'news-briefs-for-september-7th-13th', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:03:14', '2017-09-10 19:03:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33432', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33434, 4, '2017-09-07 15:03:29', '2017-09-07 19:03:29', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nYou never know when people are going to get ugly during a conversation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSometimes it is politics or maybe religion. But recently I heard a group get passionate about where to buy the best pizza. Who knew there could be so many differences of opinion?\r\n\r\nAlthough, my spouse and I have eaten at many of our local pizza parlors, I must confess we are not experts on the topic, especially since neither of us grew up in towns known for great pizza.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt was totally different for those individuals actively participating in the recent Great Pizza Debate. According to each of them, the best pizza is made in their hometown.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nListening to them tell their stories about pizza, it seemed like most tales included mom, dad and other family members. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere were the pizzas eaten at the local drive-in theatre while waiting for the scary movie to start. There were also the stories of beachfront pizza joints.&nbsp; How can pizza not taste fantastic as you sit on the boardwalk with your slight sunburn, salt and sand in the air, and looking out over the ocean? &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThen it dawned on me that I did have some great pizza in Rhode Island where the toppings included both Italian and Portuguese seasonings. But, I was with my grandparents on vacation. So, was it really the pizza or the setting?&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nNow, I do have to be fair to my friends from New York, Connecticut and New Jersey, even though they insist I am a baby taking her first steps when it comes to pizza. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey began to describe the essentials of a good pizza. They compared red sauce versus white sauce. Then there was a debate regarding the “all meat” pizza with Italian sausage, pepperoni and ham versus the all vegetarian pizza.\r\n\r\nI must admit the sound of a pizza with pineapple did not thrill me, but give me a pizza with a good marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese and sliced onions and I am a happy camper.\r\n\r\n“No,” the specialists insisted. “It is not just the toppings. It is also the crust.” Some were passionate about the thick crust and some argued for the thin crust. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis was followed by discussion regarding the shape of the pizza: round or square. Evidently, you need the correct vehicle to carry all the sauces, spices and other toppings.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;I learned a lot from the debate. It seems like we all have our own unique tastes when it comes to most food and pizza is no different. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut I can tell you after listening to all their comments, I think there is another adventure in my future. Time to head out to seek The World’s Greatest Pizza.', 'The Great Pizza Debate is anything but cheesy', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-great-pizza-debate-is-anything-but-cheesy', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:03:59', '2017-09-10 19:03:59', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33434', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33436, 4, '2017-09-07 15:04:16', '2017-09-07 19:04:16', 'With the beaches at Hunting Island State Park closed due to flooding, plenty of people were looking for ways to cool off on Labor Day. Sometimes just having out at the pool with family and some inanimate friends is enough. Here, Nicole Munns keeps a watchful eye on her children, Kaitlin and Ryan, while two \"action” figures seem to taking it easy as well on Labor Day at the Green Street pool. Photo by Bob Sofaly.', 'Cooling down on Labor Day', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'cooling-down-on-labor-day', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:05:03', '2017-09-10 19:05:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33436', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33439, 4, '2017-09-07 15:05:48', '2017-09-07 19:05:48', 'The Charlestones, a male quartet from Charleston, will present a concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, at Sea Island Presbyterian Church, 81 Lady’s Island Drive, Beaufort. The group was formed in 2014 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Charleston, where Todd Monsell is director of music. Other members of the group are Brink Norton, William Purcell and Stephen Spaulding. The quartet has performed at many venues, including Charleston Street Music, Piccolo Spoleto, baseball games, churches and schools. The program will consist of classical, sacred, pop, patriotic and selections from the theater. All ages will be able to enjoy this performance. Donations will be appreciated. For more information, contact Charles D. Frost at 843-525-0696 or cfrost@seaislandpresbyterian.org. Photo provided.', 'Charlestones coming to Sea Island Presbyterian', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'charlestones-coming-to-sea-island-presbyterian', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:06:03', '2017-09-10 19:06:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33439', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33442, 4, '2017-09-07 15:06:12', '2017-09-07 19:06:12', '<b>State of the Schools&nbsp;</b><b>to be held Sept. 13</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber will hold a State of the School event from 8-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, at Holiday Inn &amp; Suites, 2225 Boundary St.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and the leaders from the area school systems will share information concerning education in Beaufort County and the impact on our community.\r\n\r\nSpeakers will include Spearman, Dr. Jeffrey Moss of the Beaufort County School District; Dr. Richard Gough, Technical College of the Lowcountry; and Dr. Al Panu, University of South Carolina Beaufort.\r\n\r\nGuests will also hear from a panel of leaders representing the area’s private and charter schools including: Beaufort Academy, Bridge Preparatory School, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, John Paul II High School, Lowcountry Montessori School, Riverview Charter School and St. Peter\'s Catholic School.\r\n\r\nThe cost is $20 for chamber members; $25 for nonmembers; and $160 for a table of eight.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nContact LaNelle at LaNelle@BeaufortSC.org.\r\n\r\n<b>HTCC names chair of Humanities Department</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33443\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"960\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/councell.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33443\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33443\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/councell.jpg\" alt=\"Jonathan Councell\" width=\"960\" height=\"959\"></a> Jonathan Councell[/caption]\r\n\r\nHoly Trinity Classical Christian School has appointed Jonathan Councell chair of the Humanities department. Councell is a passionate and outspoken advocate of classical Christian education. In addition to teaching, he is a consultant in curriculum and pedagogy, a freelance writer and a lecturer.\r\n\r\nCouncell earned a Bachelor’s in Economics and a second Bachelor’s in Literature at Wheaton College in partnership with St. Anne’s College of the University of Oxford in England.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWheaton College is a Christian, private, residential, liberal arts college and graduate school located some 25 miles west of Chicago. The school is noted for its “twin traditions of quality academics and deep faith,” according to Time magazine. In 2016, Wheaton ranked eighth in the category of “Best Undergraduate Teaching” in the national rankings of American colleges and universities compiled by U.S. News &amp; World Report.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOne of Oxford’s largest colleges, St. Anne’s prides itself on being informal, yet academically demanding. It is known for preparing its students for the globally connected society of the future.\r\n\r\nCouncell is also a graduate of the CiRCE Institute’s Master Teacher Program. CiRCE (Center for Independent Research on Classical Education) is a leading provider of inspiration, information and insight to classical educators throughout the U.S. and Canada.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCouncell’s academic interests are classical education, pedagogy, humane letters curriculum, Arthurian literature and metaphysical poetry, Miltonic Studies and Middle English.\r\n\r\nHe is a member of the National Honor Society and the Wheaton College Men’s Glee Club Alumni.\r\n\r\nCouncell and his wife, Laura, have a daughter, Claire Elaine; a springer spaniel named Bertram, a fife canary named Bryn, and a hedgehog named Nigel.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2012, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School provides 300 students with a distinctly Christian and classical education.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe student body of Holy Trinity is comprised of families from over a dozen Christian churches of various denominations.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.htccs.org.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Free GED classes&nbsp;</b><b>are being offered</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County School District Adult and Community Education and Palmetto Goodwill are offering free GED classes from 1-3 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting Monday, Sept. 11.\r\n\r\nClasses will be held at the Palmetto Goodwill Career Opportunity Center at 137 Parris Island Gateway in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nFor more information or to register, call 843-322-0780.', 'School briefs for September 7th-13th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-briefs-for-september-7th-13th', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:38', '2018-07-12 14:58:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33442', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33445, 4, '2017-09-07 15:07:36', '2017-09-07 19:07:36', '<em>Photo above: Whale Branch running back Irvan Mulligan, left, is nearly taken down by four May River defensive players during the first quarter of their non-regional game on Sept. 1 at Whale Branch. With 8:16 left in the quarter, Mulligan escaped and scampered 67 yards for the Warrior’s only touchdown. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Whale Branch falls&nbsp;</b><b>to improved May River</b>\r\n\r\nThe Whale Branch football team remained in the loss column at home against a newfound rival. Freshman quarterback Ahmad Green rushed for 149 yards and two touchdowns and passed for another 57 yards to lead visiting May River past Whale Branch 22-6 in an early-season high school football game&nbsp;on Sept. 1.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMuch-improved May River earned its first win in the 2017 high school football season.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the win, May River improved to 1-2.\r\n\r\nWhale Branch dropped to 0-2 with the loss.\r\n\r\nCam Adams added 124 yards and a touchdown for the Sharks in the convincing victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDelivering on the defensive side for the May River football team, Terry Fields provided two interceptions and forced a fumble.\r\n\r\nIrvin Mulligan broke loose on a 66-yard touchdown run for Whale Branch in the first quarter. The Warriors wouldn\'t return to the end zone, though.\r\n\r\nMulligan, one of the area\'s top high school running backs, rushed for 108 yards in the loss. The Whale Branch running back was limited throughout the second half of the game versus May River.\r\n\r\nThe Warriors remained in the loss column after suffering a heartbreaking one-point setback to Hilton Head Island in their season opener. Hilton Head Island had outlasted Whale Branch 22-21 one week earlier. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Warriors have regular-season&nbsp; games remaining versus Beaufort, Battery Creek, Bluffton, Woodland, North Charleston, Garrett Academy Tech and Burke.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhale Branch will host Beaufort while May River battles Hilton Head Island on Friday, Sept. 8.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort rolls over&nbsp;</b><b>Bluffton, 41-21</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort beat a longtime rival&nbsp;on Sept. 1, defeating visiting Bluffton 41-21 in an early-season high school football game.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles notched their first win over familiar foe Bluffton on the gridiron since the 2013 season.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the win, Beaufort claimed the Broad River Bowl trophy and moved to 3-0.\r\n\r\nBluffton stumbled to 1-2 with the win.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles amassed 361 yards of total offense in the winning effort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSenior running back Kyleik Middleton led the Beaufort football team to the win, rushing 24 times for 270 yards and two touchdowns.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort quarterback Jeffrey Smyth completed four passes for 47 yards n the Eagles\' victory.\r\n\r\nBluffton was limited to 46 rushing yards. The Bobcats also struggled to keep possession of the football.\r\n\r\nDefensively for Beaufort, Smyth recorded two interceptions and teammates Brendan Bowersox and Reggie Jones Jr. picked off one pass apiece. Jones returned his interception for a touchdown in the Eagles\' triumph.\r\n\r\nBeaufort registered four sacks. Junior lineman Chase Guynup recorded one and a half sacks for the Eagles in the winning effort.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles boast additional wins over Wando and Battery Creek.\r\n\r\nBeaufort has additional regular-season games remaining versus Whale Branch, May River, Stall, Colleton County, Berkeley, Cane Bay and Hilton Head Island.\r\n\r\nBoth Beaufort and Bluffton are due back on the field on Friday, Sept. 8. Beaufort is slated to visit rival Whale Branch while Bluffton hosts New Hampstead later in the week.\r\n\r\n<b>Battery Creek&nbsp;</b><b>struggles offensively</b>\r\n\r\nQuarterback Collin Kaiser threw three touchdown passes to lead Hilton Head Island past Battery Creek 24-3 in an early-season high school football game&nbsp;on Sept. 1.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the win, Hilton Head Island improved to 2-0.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek dropped to 0-3 with the loss.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Dolphins remained in the loss column after dropping games to Swansea and Beaufort. One week earlier, Beaufort had defeated Battery Creek 48-13.\r\n\r\nContinuing to control a tradition-rich high school football series, Hilton Head Island notched its 10th straight victory over Battery Creek.\r\n\r\nThe Seahawks moved head early and never faltered in the matchup versus Battery Creek, eventually pulling away to win convincingly.\r\n\r\nThe Dolphins struggled to put points on the scoreboard. Battery Creek was held out of the end zone and only got on the scoreboard when it connected on a field goal.\r\n\r\nThe high school football game contest was delayed by more than two hours because of lightning.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Dolphins have regular-season games remaining versus Charleston Math &amp; Science, Whale Branch, Calhoun County, Wade Hampton, Bluffton, Ridgeland-Hardeeville and May River.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek is scheduled to visit Charleston Math &amp; Science for its next game on Friday, Sept. 8. In another high school football matchup set for that same day, Hilton Head Island is slated to visit May River.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy&nbsp;</b><b>upends Patrick Henry</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy claimed its first win in the 2017 high school football season&nbsp;on Sept. 1, beating host Patrick Henry Academy 28-22.\r\n\r\nHeading into the early-season game against the Eagles, Patrick Henry Academy had an unblemished record.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the win, Beaufort Academy improved to 1-2.\r\n\r\nPatrick Henry Academy dropped to 2-1 with the loss.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles landed in the win column after suffering back-to-back losses to St. John\'s Christian Academy and Clarendon Hall. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Patriots slipped into the loss column after opening the 2017 season with back-to-back wins over Holly Hill Academy and King Academy.\r\n\r\nIndividual statistics from the Beaufort Academy-Patrick Henry Academy football game were unavailable at press time and will appear in next week\'s edition.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy has regular-season games remaining versus Holly Hill Academy, Northside Christian Academy, Calhoun Academy, Faith Christian Academy, Andrew Jackson Academy, Coastal Christian Prep and Cathedral Academy. The Eagles will visit Holly Hill Academy on Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>GIRLS\' HIGH&nbsp;</b><b>SCHOOL TENNIS&nbsp;</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy&nbsp;</b><b>beats Bluffton</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy beat familiar rival Bluffton 5-1 in a girls\' high school tennis match&nbsp;on Aug. 31.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPresley Jackson, Abby Dalton, Lydasia Prather, Emily Potter and Mary Alden Cooper claimed singles wins for the Eagles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nComplete results from the Beaufort Academy-Bluffton girls\' tennis match follow.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy 5, Bluffton 1</b>\r\n\r\nSingles:&nbsp;Rachel Riley (B) def. Jayda Scheper (BA), 6-3, 6-1; Presley Jackson (BA) def. Lydia John 6-1, 7-5; Abby Dalton (BA) def. Rachel Richardson 6-2, 5-7 (10-5); Lydasia Prather (BA) def. Serena Lin 6-0, 6-2; Emily Potter (BA) def. Olivia Boshan 6-2, 6-0; Mary Alden Cooper (BA) def. 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(33448, 4, '2017-09-07 15:09:13', '2017-09-07 19:09:13', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Margaret Polite, right, looks for some help while her daughter Melissa Hardin dishes out chicken wings and a barbecue dinner plate at Grandma’s Kitchen. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nGullah ancestry and the legacy of Reconstruction were celebrated during the Lands End Woodland River Festival on Sept. 1-2 on St. Helena Island.\r\n\r\nIn the 1920s, 45 black families got together and bought 328 acres of land. They did this so that relatives and friends would have somewhere to hunt, fish and have community gatherings. The property is also used for weddings, parties, family reunions, etc.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo maintain the property and support its use, the heirs have been holding the Lands End Woodland Festival&nbsp;for the last 12 years.\r\n\r\n<em>Right:&nbsp;Anita Prather, as Aunt Pearlie Sue, entertains the crowd while spinning a tale in traditional Gullah language during the annual Lands End Woodland River Festival.</em>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RES0387.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33450\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33450\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RES0387.jpg\" alt=\"_RES0387\" width=\"1400\" height=\"2276\"></a>', 'Celebrating Gullah culture', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'celebrating-gullah-culture', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:10:43', '2017-09-10 19:10:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33448', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33452, 4, '2017-09-07 15:11:02', '2017-09-07 19:11:02', 'A model of the daring ship, The South Carolina, built from scratch in 3/16-inch to 1-foot scale by Callawassie Island resident Bill Shultz, on display in the clubhouse of the Callawassie Island Club.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn the days of “wooden ships and iron men” The South Carolina was among those rare and intrepid vessels that challenged the Royal Navy as our nation fought for independence from Britain, according to a release. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nShultz wanted to contribute a project that is significant to South Carolina history, yet finding out what The South Carolina looked like took some detective work.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAt last, in a five-volume 1888 French compendium titled “Souvenirs de Marine” by Edmund Paris, there it was – a single one-page illustration of The South Carolina. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBuilt in Amsterdam in 1777 as L’Indien, The South Carolina was a 40-gun frigate, a design intended to balance a substantial amount of firepower with greater speed than most heavily armed ships of the day.\r\n\r\nInitially U.S. naval legend John Paul Jones tried to acquire the new ship, but British agents blocked his plans.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut a South Carolina man found a way to put the new ship on the side of the American colonists. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen Charleston merchant and politician Alexander Gillon was commissioned by the state to organize a navy to protect South Carolina ports, Gillon succeeded in acquiring the ship in Europe and sailing for America.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUnable to land in Charleston, already occupied by the British, Gillon took The South Carolina to Havana, allied with the Spanish fleet there, and joined them in capturing the Bahamas from the British in 1781. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFrom there Gillon sailed The South Carolina to Philadelphia to be refitted, provisioned and provided with a crew of Continental sailors. Departing Philadelphia in 1782, The South Carolina was pursued by blockading British vessels and captured. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe fate of The South Carolina in the Revolutionary War service unfolded in just under two years – less time than it took Bill Schultz to build his model of her. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.callawassieisland.com for more information.', 'Revolutionary ship model on display', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'revolutionary-ship-model-on-display', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:11:57', '2017-09-10 19:11:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33452', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33455, 4, '2017-09-07 15:12:06', '2017-09-07 19:12:06', '<h3>By Judith Treadway</h3>\r\nOver the last several decades, the use of psychiatric medications has greatly increased, and so have the costs.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe average American takes 12 medications compared to seven medications 20 years ago.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAccording to the National Health Center health statistics, more than 16 percent of Americans age 40 to 50 take antidepressants.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile some generic drugs can be inexpensive, even they can vary drastically in costs in the same community.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile doing research for this article, I found that Venlafaxine ER 75 mg costs $250 for 60 pills at one drug store and the same generic drug costs $40 at a neighborhood store. Switching to an immediate release formulation costs between $4 and $8.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere are simple ways to save money on medications, but there are some possible pitfalls of using some methods.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Formulary&nbsp;</b></p>\r\nIf you have insurance, look carefully at your plan’s drug formulary. A formulary is a list of the drugs for which your insurance company, Medicare or Medicaid, will pay its part of the cost.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf your doctor can prescribe you a drug that is on formulary, on a low tier and that does not require prior authorization (a special explanation from the doctor), it will likely save time and money.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Formulation&nbsp;</b></p>\r\nSimpler forms of medication tend to be cheaper than those that are ending in letters like Xl, XR, etc. These usually designate that they are extended-release in some way.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese medications are not always better than the immediate release, but they are usually more convenient and more expensive. Discuss with your doctor the cheaper immediate release versions, if available.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Generic medications&nbsp;</b></p>\r\nSome patients will say that they have to have the brand name medication, but brand name medication is almost always more expensive. Many drug stores now offer a long list of inexpensive generic drugs. Many cost only $4 for a month’s refill.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe FDA requires that all generic drugs contain identical amounts of the same active drug ingredients; however, the shape, flavor, inactive ingredients and release may vary.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSwitching to a generic drug may not always be a good idea, for example, for seizure control.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMany of the so-called big box stores have a $4 generic list for a 30-day supply and many are posted online. Some are also offering a 90-day supply for $10.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTwo pharmacy chains offer free antibiotics and free Metformin for diabetes and Lisinopril for hypertension with prescriptions. One now offers free Amlodipine.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Websites&nbsp;</b></p>\r\nThere are websites that may shorten the search for inexpensive generics. These sites are generally run by pharmacist groups.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nYou enter the name of the medication you are seeking, the strength, your ZIP code and it compares prices at several local drug stores. Note, though, that these search sites do not cover all medicines or search all pharmacies, so you may still not get the absolute best price.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt may be best to phone around to compare prices.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Compassionate programs&nbsp;</b></p>\r\nThese are programs that are generally need or income-based for people without insurance to help someone who falls into the Medicare doughnut hole. Visit www.needymeds.org or www.ppaRX.org.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, most large pharmaceutical companies offer assistance for the brand-name medications. Individual websites for the medications also give guidance on how to apply.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCoupons for medications can sometimes be found at the drug company website. These are usually for brand-name medications and are limited to so many per patient each year.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Discount savings cards</b></p>\r\nThese can be useful for people without insurance. They are generally free. When the patient uses the card, the discount varies.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Pill splitting&nbsp;</b></p>\r\nThis is the practice of cutting pills in order to save money. It works best with medication that is scored, i.e., has a line down the middle.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe AMA and the Americans Pharmacists Association do not endorse the practice but reportedly acknowledged this can save money if done correctly.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHowever, there are many medications that should not be split, including those with a hard coating, enteric-coated, time released, birth control or are bitter or crumbly.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Mail order&nbsp;</b></p>\r\nYou may be able to order via your health plan and save that way. Make sure there is a safe delivery place that is in the shade.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nInternet medication orders may be fake, fraudulent or unsafe. The FDA has warned that medications ordered from overseas may not be the same as in the USA.\r\n\r\n<i>Dr. Judith Treadway is the chief of psychiatric services at Coastal Empire Mental Health in Beaufort.</i>', 'There are ways to save money on mental health medications', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'there-are-ways-to-save-money-on-mental-health-medications', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:12:53', '2017-09-10 19:12:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33455', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33457, 4, '2017-09-07 15:13:04', '2017-09-07 19:13:04', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/KSZ_art.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33458\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33458\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/KSZ_art.jpg\" alt=\"KSZ_art\" width=\"960\" height=\"486\"></a>\r\n\r\nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center\'s Visiting Writers Series will host Karen Spears Zacharias, a Weatherford Award-winning, at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at Beaufort’s Technical College of the Lowcountry auditorium in Building 12.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nZacharias, author of the new Appalachian novel “Christian Bend,” will appear in conversation with local novelist Stephanie Austin Edwards, author of “What We Set in Motion.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSponsored in part by the Pulpwood Queens book club and presented in partnership with the Technical College of the Lowcountry, this Visiting Writers Series event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for sale and autographing thanks to NeverMore Books.\r\n\r\nSpears Zacharias is a Georgia-raised Gold Star daughter.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHer work has been featured in the New York Times and on CNN, National Public Radio and Good Morning America.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nZacharias is the author of eight books, most recently the novels “Christian Bend” (2017), “Burdy” (2015) and “Mother of Rain” (2013) — all three published by Mercer University Press.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Mother of Rain” received the Weatherford Award for Best in Appalachian Fiction and was adapted for the stage by Georgia’s Historic State Theater. Zacharias and her husband divide their time between Oregon and Georgia.\r\n\r\nA Beaufort High School classmate of Pat Conroy\'s, military brat Stephanie Austin Edwards is a writing teacher, novelist and author consultant.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing a 22-year career in New York City working on Broadway, in film and on television, she returned to her roots in the South Carolina Lowcountry.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“What We Set in Motion,” her debut novel, won the Best Submission Award at the Atlanta Writer’s Club Conference in 2013.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEdwards is volunteer docent at the Pat Conroy Literary Center, where she also teaches writing workshops.\r\n\r\nIn related news, Zacharias will also teach a writing workshop as part of her Visiting Writers Series appearance. \"Never Forget: A Writing Workshop for Those Who Served on the Front Lines &amp; the Home Front\" will be held from 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Beaufort Arts Council, 921 Ribaut Road, Building 1.\r\n\r\nZacharias, who is also the author of \"After the Flag Has Been Folded\" (William Morrow) and editorial panelist for Operation Homecoming (National Endowment of the Arts), examines the storytelling methods which honor the promise to \"Never Forget.\"\r\n\r\n\"The stories of war need to be more than an information dump or blow-by-blow of the battles fought,\" Zacharias said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"The obligation of those left behind is to tell the stories that bring the fallen to life. To ransom the sacred as best we can.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\nZacharias will explore ways to tell those stories through both fiction and non-fiction. This writing workshop is open to writers at all levels of interest and experience and will be&nbsp; of special benefit to those who have served — and to family members of those who have served — in the armed forces.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis workshop is presented at, and in partnership with, the Beaufort Arts Council. The cost is $25 per person; advance registration is required at 843-379-7025, or at mneverforget.brownpapertickets.com.', 'Conroy center to host award-winning author', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'conroy-center-to-host-award-winning-author', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:13:48', '2017-09-10 19:13:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33457', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33460, 4, '2017-09-07 15:14:00', '2017-09-07 19:14:00', 'There are two fundamental ways that you can profit from owning bonds: from the interest that bonds pay, or from any increase in the bond\'s price. Many people who invest in bonds because they want a steady stream of income are surprised to learn that bond prices can fluctuate, just as they do with any security traded in the secondary market. If you sell a bond before its maturity date, you may get more than its face value; you could also receive less if you must sell when bond prices are down. The closer the bond is to its maturity date, the closer to its face value the price is likely to be.\r\n\r\nThough the ups and downs of the bond market are not usually as dramatic as the movements of the stock market, they can still have a significant impact on your overall return. If you\'re considering investing in bonds, either directly or through a mutual fund or exchange-traded fund, it\'s important to understand how bonds behave and what can affect your investment in them.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>The price-yield seesaw and interest rates</b></p>\r\nJust as a bond\'s price can fluctuate, so can its yield, that is its overall percentage rate of return on your investment at any given time. A typical bond\'s coupon rate, which is the annual interest rate it pays, is fixed. However, the yield isn\'t because the yield percentage depends not only on a bond\'s coupon rate but also on changes in its price.\r\n\r\nBoth bond prices and yields go up and down, but there\'s an important rule to remember about the relationship between the two: They move in opposite directions, much like a seesaw.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen a bond\'s price goes up, its yield goes down, even though the coupon rate hasn\'t changed. The opposite is true as well: When a bond\'s price drops, its yield goes up.\r\n\r\nThat\'s true not only for individual bonds but also for the bond market as a whole. When bond prices rise, yields in general fall, and vice versa.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What moves the seesaw?</b></p>\r\nIn some cases, a bond\'s price is affected by something that is unique to its issuer, for example, a change in the bond\'s rating. However, other factors have an impact on all bonds. The twin factors that affect a bond\'s price are inflation and changing interest rates. A rise in either interest rates or the inflation rate will tend to cause bond prices to drop. Inflation and interest rates behave similarly to bond yields, moving in the opposite direction from bond prices.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>If inflation means higher prices,&nbsp;</b><b>why do bond prices drop?</b></p>\r\nThe answer has to do with the relative value of the interest that a specific bond pays. Rising prices over time reduce the purchasing power of each interest payment a bond makes. Let\'s say a five-year bond pays $400 every six months. Inflation means that $400 will buy less five years from now. When investors worry that a bond\'s yield won\'t keep up with the rising costs of inflation, the price of the bond drops because there is less investor demand for it.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Why watch the Fed?</b></p>\r\nInflation also affects interest rates. If you\'ve heard a news commentator talk about the Federal Reserve Board raising or lowering interest rates, you may not have paid much attention unless you were about to buy a house or take out a loan. However, the Fed\'s decisions on interest rates can also have an impact on the market value of your bonds.\r\n\r\nThe Fed takes an active role in trying to prevent inflation from spiraling out of control. When the Fed gets concerned that the rate of inflation is rising, it may decide to raise interest rates. Why? To try to slow the economy by making it more expensive to borrow money. For example, when interest rates on mortgages go up, fewer people can afford to buy homes. That tends to dampen the housing market, which in turn can affect the economy.\r\n\r\nWhen the Fed raises its target interest rate, other interest rates and bond yields typically rise as well. That\'s because bond issuers must pay a competitive interest rate to get people to buy their bonds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNew bonds paying higher interest rates mean existing bonds with lower rates are less valuable. Prices of existing bonds fall.\r\n\r\nThat\'s why bond prices can drop even though the economy may be growing. An overheated economy can lead to inflation, and investors begin to worry that the Fed may have to raise interest rates, which would hurt bond prices even though yields are higher.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Falling interest rates:&nbsp;</b><b>good news, bad news</b></p>\r\nJust the opposite happens when interest rates are falling. When rates are dropping, bonds issued today will typically pay a lower interest rate than similar bonds issued when rates were higher. Those older bonds with higher yields become more valuable to investors, who are willing to pay a higher price to get that greater income stream. As a result, prices for existing bonds with higher interest rates tend to rise.\r\n\r\n<b>Example:</b> <i>Jane buys a newly issued 10-year corporate bond that has a 4 percent coupon rate, that is, its annual payments equal 4 percent of the bond\'s principal. Three years later, she wants to sell the bond. However, interest rates have risen; corporate bonds being issued now are paying interest rates of 6 percent. As a result, investors won\'t pay Jane as much for her bond, because they could buy a newer bond that would pay them more interest. If interest rates later begin to fall, the value of Jane\'s bond would rise again, especially if interest rates fall below 4 percent.&nbsp;</i>\r\n\r\nWhen interest rates begin to drop, it\'s often because the Fed believes the economy has begun to slow. That may or may not be good for bonds. The good news: Bond prices may go up. However, a slowing economy also increases the chance that some borrowers may default on their bonds. Also, when interest rates fall, some bond issuers may redeem existing debt and issue new bonds at a lower interest rate, just as you might refinance a mortgage.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf you plan to reinvest any of your bond income, it may be a challenge to generate the same amount of income without adjusting your investment strategy.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>All bond investments are not alike</b></p>\r\nInflation and interest rate changes don\'t affect all bonds equally. Under normal conditions, short-term interest rates may feel the effects of any Fed action almost immediately, but longer-term bonds likely will see the greatest price changes.\r\n\r\nAlso, a bond mutual fund may be affected somewhat differently than an individual bond.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor example, a bond fund\'s manager may be able to alter the fund\'s holdings to try to minimize the impact of rate changes. Your financial professional may do something similar if you hold individual bonds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBond funds are subject to the same inflation, interest rate,and credit risks as their underlying bonds, and if interest rates rise and bond prices fall, that can adversely affect a bond fund\'s performance. Before purchasing a mutual fund, you should carefully consider its investment objective, risks, fees, and expenses, which can be found in the prospectus available from the fund. Read it carefully before investing.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Focus on your goals,&nbsp;</b><b>not on interest rates alone</b></p>\r\nThough it\'s useful to understand generally how bond prices are influenced by interest rates and inflation, it probably doesn\'t make sense to obsess over what the Fed\'s next decision will be. Interest rate cycles tend to occur over months and even years. Also, the relationship between interest rates, inflation and bond prices is complex and can be affected by factors other than the ones outlined here. Remember, investments seeking to achieve higher yields also involve a higher degree of risk.\r\n\r\nYour bond investments need to be tailored to your individual financial goals and take into account your other investments. A financial professional may be able to help you design your portfolio to accommodate changing economic circumstances.\r\n\r\n<i>This article was written by Broadridge, an independent third party, and provided by Hall Sumner, Vice President, Investments at&nbsp; TLS Wealth Management of Raymond James.&nbsp;</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Hall Sumner is a financial advisor with Raymond James &amp; Associates Inc., Member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC located at 2015 Boundary Street, Suite 220, Beaufort SC 29902. He can be contacted at 843-379-6100 or&nbsp; hall.sumner@raymondjames.com or visit our website at: www.tlswealthmanagement.com</i>\r\n\r\n<i>This information was developed by Broadridge, an independent third party. It is general in nature, is not a complete statement of all information necessary for making an investment decision, and is not a recommendation or a solicitation to buy or sell any security.&nbsp;</i>', 'Bonds, interest rates and the impact of inflation', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bonds-interest-rates-and-the-impact-of-inflation', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:12:20', '2018-07-12 15:12:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33460', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33462, 4, '2017-09-07 15:15:02', '2017-09-07 19:15:02', '<h3>By Dr. Mark Siegel</h3>\r\nMany people think cataracts only happen to older people, but children can get cataracts too. Both pediatric cataracts and cataracts from aging are a clouding in the lens of the eye that can cause blurry vision or blindness.\r\n\r\nIn adults, cataracts occur after the eyes and vision are developed and stable. Most adults can have good vision again after the cataracts are removed. Because children\'s eyes are still developing until they\'re 8 or 10 years old, untreated cataracts can have serious long-term effects on their vision. But early detection and prompt treatment can prevent permanent vision loss in children with cataracts.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Types, causes vary</b></p>\r\nPediatric cataracts can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired (develop after birth).\r\n\r\nThey can occur in one eye (unilateral) or both eyes (bi-lateral). Bi-lateral cataracts can be asymmetric (one cataract is more severe than the other).\r\n\r\nCataracts may appear in different parts of the lens and range in size from tiny dots to dense clouds.\r\n\r\nThey can be caused by genetic predisposition, metabolic disorders such as diabetes or trauma to the eye that damages the lens. Sometimes they occur spontaneously.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33464\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"414\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/child.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33464\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33464\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/child.png\" alt=\"A traumatic cataract in a child\'s eye. The injury also damaged the iris.\" width=\"414\" height=\"328\"></a> A traumatic cataract in a child\'s eye. The injury also damaged the iris.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Early detection</b></p>\r\nAn eye’s lens must be clear to focus the images it sees onto the retina, which then transmits the images to the brain. A cataract can prevent light from reaching the retina or cause light rays to scatter as they pass through the cloudiness. This distorts the retinal image.\r\n\r\nFor children, whose eyes and brain are still learning to see, distortion can lead to amblyopia (lazy eye). Without proper treatment, pediatric cataracts can cause abnormal connections between the brain and the eye. Once made, these connections are irreversible.\r\n\r\nMost pediatric cataracts are detected when the child is examined at birth, before they even leave the hospital. Many more are detected by pediatricians at well-baby exams and some are noticed by parents. They are often noticed as a missing or irregular red reflex test on pediatric screening exams.\r\n\r\nAcquired cataracts are most often diagnosed at vision screenings by the pediatrician or after an eye injury.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33463\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"441\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/missingiris.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33463\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33463\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/missingiris.png\" alt=\"Pediatric cataract in a child born with aniridia (missing iris).\" width=\"441\" height=\"350\"></a> Pediatric cataract in a child born with aniridia (missing iris).[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Long-term strategy</b></p>\r\nTreatment for pediatric cataracts can vary depending on the type and severity. But the vast majority of children need surgery to remove the cataracts.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUnlike adults with full-sized eyes, children require specialized surgical instrumentation and techniques. When performed by an experienced pediatric cataract surgeon, cataract removal is generally safe. The most common risks include glaucoma, retinal detachment, infection and the need for more surgeries.\r\n\r\nFor most children, surgery is just the first step to rehabilitate the eyes. Ongoing treatment must repair eye-brain connections. This involves teaching the eyes how to focus properly.\r\n\r\nAfter surgery, children often need some combination of contact lenses, intraocular lenses implanted in the eye or glasses. If amblyopia has developed, the child may need patching. This treatment involves covering the stronger eye to stimulate vision in the weaker eye.\r\n\r\nChildren who receive timely treatment and follow-up have a good prognosis. Successful outcomes may require years of individualized visual rehabilitation.\r\n\r\n<i>Dr. Mark Siegel is the medical director at Sea Island Ophthalmology at 111 High Tide Drive (off Midtown Drive near Low Country Medical Group). Visit www.seaislandophthalmology.com.</i>', 'Early detection key to treating cataracts in kids', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'early-detection-key-to-treating-cataracts-in-kids', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:16:38', '2017-09-10 19:16:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33462', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33466, 4, '2017-09-07 15:17:08', '2017-09-07 19:17:08', '<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nThe 2017 Friends of the Beaufort Library Fall Book Sale is right around the corner, with thousands of boxes of donated books plus audio-visual materials (books, music and movies) available at give-away prices for the annual fundraiser. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs in years past, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in downtown Beaufort will be the site of the sale, which begins Friday, Sept. 22, and runs through Sunday, Sept. 24. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn Friday a two-hour preview for all members of The Friends will be held from 10 a.m. to noon. Nonmembers can sign up before or during the preview at the membership table for $15.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe sale then opens to the public from noon to 6 p.m., and will reopen from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.\r\n\r\nEverything is half off from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, including rare and collectible books.\r\n\r\nThe popular Silent Auction will again be conducted during this year\'s book sale, with bids being accepted between 10 a.m. Friday and 3 p.m. Saturday, when bidding closes.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIncluded in this year’s Silent Auction are a number of signed Pat Conroy books, a selection of natural history books on birds, gardens, freshwater fish, tropical plans, wildflowers and aquarium fish. Many similar books will also be found in the Rare &amp; Collectible section, as well as on the Natural History, Gardening and other tables.\r\n\r\n“This year\'s Silent Auction is going to be bigger and better than ever,” according to Book Sale Chairman Kinsey Baker. “We’re getting donations daily, so it’s a good idea to look at our website for more announcements about items that will be included in the auction.\r\n\r\n“We also have a small but charming collection of Vintage Christmas books that came in as well as a large reference library on astrology,” he said. “With more coming in every day, who knows what else might turn up between now and the end of September?”\r\n\r\nThe book sale spokesman said donations of books throughout the year have been strong and he expects to bring more than 40,000 books, CDs and DVDs to this sale. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs always, there will be a good supply of children\'s books from the greatly expanded Children\'s section in the Friends\' Book Store located at the downtown Beaufort library on Scott Street, which is open year-round during library hours, with fresh stock being added regularly.\r\n\r\nDonations of books, CDs and DVDs are needed more than ever, especially with the recent expansion of the Friends Book Store and its increased activity.\r\n\r\nThe Book Sale is the main fundraising event held by the Friends with all proceeds benefiting the Beaufort County Public Library branches in Beaufort, Lobeco and St. Helena Island. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, email FriendsBeaufort@gmail.com or visit the friendsofthebeaufortlibrary.com.', 'Friends of the Beaufort Library to hold book sale', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'friends-of-the-beaufort-library-to-hold-book-sale-2', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:17:21', '2017-09-10 19:17:21', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33466', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33468, 4, '2017-09-07 15:17:29', '2017-09-07 19:17:29', '<em>Photo above: From left are Clayton Ruff, May Harrelson, Will Warren and John Manos, who are displaying their certificates from the 2017 Palmetto Boys-Girls State Encampment. Photos provided.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33472\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"3696\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/five.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33472\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33472\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/five.jpg\" alt=\"From left are American Legion Post 207 Auxiliarians Jamesetta Inabinett, Ernestine Norman, Kim Holms and Alice Gaskins joining Chuck Lurey of Post 9 to congratulate May Harrelson for attending Palmetto Girls State Encampment.\" width=\"3696\" height=\"2448\"></a> From left are American Legion Post 207 Auxiliarians Jamesetta Inabinett, Ernestine Norman, Kim Holms and Alice Gaskins joining Chuck Lurey of Post 9 to congratulate May Harrelson for attending Palmetto Girls State Encampment.[/caption]\r\n<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nAmerican Legion Beaufort Post 9 sponsored three young men and the Samuel J. Bush Post 207 Auxiliary Unit sponsored two young ladies, all five local high school rising seniors, to South Carolina’s Palmetto Boys and Girls State encampments in June.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPalmetto Boys State’s 1,050 participants gathered at Anderson University; while the Palmetto Girls State’s 640 young women met at Presbyterian College in Clinton.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJohn Manos of Beaufort High School was elected mayor of his mock city, Congaree. “I learned an overwhelming amount about elections, winning and losing, and how many great future politicians there were,” he said.\r\n\r\nAnother attendee, Clayton Ruff, also of Beaufort High, hoped “that even more Beaufort boys have an opportunity to attend such a great week.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWill Warren of Beaufort Academy added that having already studied the structure and function of government, Boys State “made it very real for me in ways that a classroom never could.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMay Harrelson of Beaufort High said Girls State “was a life-changing experience and a real eye opener on just how many really intelligent young women are in South Carolina.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSarah Suber, also of Beaufort High, added that she “made so many friends and connections while attending Girls State.”\r\n\r\nBoys State was first held in June 1935 in Illinois. South Carolina began to host the program in 1940.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe American Legion founded the Boys State program to teach young men about government and politics. More specifically, the program is intended to spark interest and pride in government on a local level as well as the national scope.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe greatest aspect of the program is that the participants learn by doing. Active participation in Boys State is key.\r\n\r\nPalmetto Girls State is a one-week leadership and citizenship training program, created to educate outstanding high school students about state and local government and citizenship.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGirls attending Palmetto Girls State experience governmental procedure by simulating political campaigns, elections and the political process. They also learn about the principles of citizenship and public service from guest speakers, expert panels and staff members.\r\n\r\nThe delegates, who are rising seniors in high school, are selected for the program based on the leadership skills and involvement they have shown in their respective schools and communities.\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Department of the American Legion Auxiliary has organized and administered Palmetto Girls State since 1947.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit palmettoboysstate.com/about-palmetto-boys-state and palmettogirlsstate.net.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33469\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2590\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/suber.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33469\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33469\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/suber.jpg\" alt=\"Sarah Suber and May Harrelson attended the 2017 Palmetto Girls State Encampment.\" width=\"2590\" height=\"1815\"></a> Sarah Suber and May Harrelson attended the 2017 Palmetto Girls State Encampment.[/caption]', 'Local students attend leadership program', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'local-students-attend-leadership-program', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:38', '2018-07-12 14:58:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33468', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33474, 4, '2017-09-07 15:19:18', '2017-09-07 19:19:18', '<h3>By Sally Mahan</h3>\r\nThe city of Beaufort is spending millions of dollars now in an effort to save millions of dollars in the years to come.\r\n\r\nVarious offices in the city of Beaufort’s Municipal Complex on Boundary Street have been closed during the week of Sept. 4 in order to install energy saving updates.\r\n\r\n“We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but the overarching benefit is a 37.5-percent annual savings for the city,” said Neal Pugliese, director of public projects and facilities for Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe updates are costing the city $3.1 million, but according to Pugliese, Beaufort will save more than $5 million over 15 years.\r\n\r\nThe improvements include new HVAC energy-efficient systems, a solar system and more. The city is also upgrading lights throughout the community to make them brighter and more energy-efficient.\r\n\r\nPugliese said the efforts are well worth it for taxpayers.\r\n\r\n“You’re not going to get that kind of result by changing out a couple of light bulbs,” he said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere is also another bonus.\r\n\r\nThe city is working with Johnson Controls, a global company that works with communities and other organizations to identify areas where their clients can improve sustainability and energy-efficiency.\r\n\r\n“Johnson Controls guarantees us an annual savings of 37.5 percent,” said Pugliese. “If we don’t save that money, then they make up the difference. This is where they put their name on the line to guarantee this program.\r\n\r\n“It took the foresight of city leadership, the mayor, the city council and the city manager, Bill Prokop, who all understand the value of saving energy.”\r\n\r\nThe idea for the program came about during budget discussions in 2016.\r\n\r\n“We asked, how do we save money and do upgrades and pay for the new equipment?” said Pugliese.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOne of the questions raised has been why wasn’t this work done when the Municipal Complex was built about 10 years ago?\r\n\r\nAccording to Pugliese, that’s because technology has changed so dramatically in the years since it was built.\r\n\r\n“Technology has evolved,” he said. “I would liken it to an iPhone 6 compared to an iPhone 8. Something made 10 years ago was probably state-of-the-art then. But look at phones. An iPhone has more computing power then they did on the Apollo spacecrafts. Much of the technology we’re seeing in this project didn’t even exist 10 years ago.”\r\n\r\nPugliese said he is particularly pleased that the project is ahead of schedule.\r\n\r\n“We were supposed to be done in March of 2018 and we are about four months ahead of schedule and on budget,” he said, adding that it will be complete by October or November.\r\n\r\n“I honestly believe this is one of those good news stories where local government is really doing right by its people to spend money wisely, saving money and thinking about the future. Funding is not a bottomless pit, and our city leadership has the right idea in thinking about what happens in the future.”\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, at the Municipal Complex, the police department is working out of offices at 1205 Duke St. through Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n\r\nThe Municipal Court has been working out of City Hall and is set to reopen Thursday, Sept. 7, in its regular location at 1901 Boundary St.\r\n\r\nThe Planning, Permit and Codes Department will be closed through Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n\r\nThe Business License and Finance Department will be closed Thursday, Sept. 7, and Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n\r\nThe Human Resources and City Clerk Department will work out of the Municipal Court building at 1901 Boundary St. on Thursday, Sept. 7, and Friday, Sept. 8.\r\n\r\nThe city manager’s office will be closed Thursday, Sept. 7, and Friday, Sept. 8. The city manager can be reached at 843-525-7070 during this time. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Fire Department and Public Works Departments are operating as normal.\r\n\r\nDuring this time, all phone lines/extensions for the departments being impacted will remain operable. For questions, call the city’s main line at 843-525-7070.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll departments within the city’s Municipal Complex will resume to normal business and locations on Monday, Sept. 11.', 'Bright times ahead for city', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bright-times-ahead-for-city', '', '', '2017-09-10 15:20:03', '2017-09-10 19:20:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33474', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(33476, 4, '2017-09-07 15:20:12', '2017-09-07 19:20:12', '<em>Photo above: Luke Fairchild, a butcher with Island’s Meat Market on Lady’s Island, stacks some of the donated items destined for flood victims in Houston. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33480\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1102\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RES0728.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33480\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33480\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RES0728.jpg\" alt=\"Angel Hayes, left, a phlebotomist with OneBlood, takes out the needle from the arm of Rett Bullard of Beaufort during a blood drive for the flood victims in Houston. Hayes said OneBlood collects blood for local hospitals but is also sending some to hospitals in Houston. \" width=\"1102\" height=\"1400\"></a> Angel Hayes, left, a phlebotomist with OneBlood, takes out the needle from the arm of Rett Bullard of Beaufort during a blood drive for the flood victims in Houston. Hayes said OneBlood collects blood for local hospitals but is also sending some to hospitals in Houston.[/caption]\r\n<h3>By Bob Sofaly and Sally Mahan</h3>\r\n<i>(Editor’s note: The Island News goes to press on Tuesday, so we didn’t have enough information to let our readers know what to expect regarding Hurricane Irma and its potential impact. Additionally, contact the organizations mentioned in this story before </i><i>dropping off items to make sure they are still accepting donations.)&nbsp;</i>\r\n\r\nThe horror of Hurricane Harvey has brought out the best in folks throughout Northern Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nFrom collections of clothing and toys to donating money to giving blood, people throughout the area are looking for ways to help.\r\n\r\nSugarBelle, a boutique on Boundary Street, has been collecting bottled water, hygiene products and baby formula, in addition to other donations, and is working with Samaritan’s Purse to help distribute the items.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSamaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease and famine.\r\n\r\n“We were helped (after Hurricane Matthew),” said Cherimie Crane Weatherford of SugarBelle. “We have to help.”\r\n\r\nSugarBelle can be reached at 843-379-4141.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, Angel Hayes, a phlebotomist with OneBlood, said the organization collects blood for local hospitals but is also sending some to hospitals in Houston.\r\n\r\nLuke Fairchild, a butcher with Island’s Meat Market on Lady’s Island, is collecting items such as baby and pet supplies, toiletries and nonperishable food for the flood victims.\r\n\r\nThose items will be brought to Love House Ministries for storage until they are sent to Texas. Island’s Meat Market is one of the drop-off points for donations. It is accepting donations at the market at 136 Sea Island Parkway from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Call 843-525-6162.\r\n\r\nOther donation drop-off locations include Love House Ministries at 423 Parris Island Gateway, which is accepting donations from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday (843-524-5683); and Bubba’s Lowcountry Collectibles at 463 Parris Island Gateway, which is accepting donations from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (843-525-1130).&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLove House Ministries said they are accepting any type of toiletries, nonperishable food, clothing, water, cat and dog food, diapers, wipes, batteries, bleach, plastic gloves, trash bags, sock and underwear, blankets and sleeping bags, baby bottles and medical supplies.\r\n\r\nAnother group taking donations is Beaufort Restaurants United.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We are arranging to fill an 18-wheeler full of supplies to show our support for the victims of Hurricane Harvey,” according to their flyer. “Not quite a year ago we went through similar conditions and we want to give back.\r\n\r\n“Anything you can spare will help. Clothes, water, food, blankets, anything that can help those displaced.”\r\n\r\nDonation dropoff locations include Piace Pizza on Lady’s Island (843-379-2237), Brody’s Bar and Grill in Beaufort (843-524-2500), The Tavern in Royal Pines (843-522-9700), Boondocks on St. Helena Island (843-838-0821) and The Kitchen catering in Beaufort (843-929-8643).\r\n\r\nReaders should check with these groups and businesses to make sure they’re still accepting donations.\r\n\r\nVisit www.redcross.org for locations for blood drives and information on monetary donations.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>Beware of&nbsp;</b><b>fraudulent&nbsp;</b><b>charities</b></span></p>\r\n<b>In response to the devastation from Hurricane Harvey, many South Carolinians are searching for ways to help victims.&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\n<b>The SC Department of Consumer Affairs is advising consumers to be on the lookout for fake charities. Here are a few tips to ensure donations get to those in need:</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Seek out a charity. Be cautious of groups that approach you. Obtain information on a particular charity by visiting the SC Secretary of State’s website at&nbsp;www.sos.sc.gov/Public_Charities&nbsp;or by calling&nbsp;803-734-1790.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Donate to well-known charities. Watch out for charities that have sprung up overnight. Do not assume a charity is legitimate based on its name. Some phony charities use names similar to those of respected, legitimate organizations.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Know who’s calling.&nbsp;During a call, a professional solicitor must disclose&nbsp;that they are a paid solicitor, the name, location and purpose of the charity, the registered and the true name of the professional fundraising organization for which they work.&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Know where the money is going. Ask what percentage of your contribution goes to the charitable cause. Find out their mission and history. Don’t be afraid to ask for details in writing.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Do not provide personal or financial information to cold callers.&nbsp;This includes your Social Security number, credit card and bank account numbers. Scam artists can use this information to commit fraud. When in doubt, hang up.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Do not give or send cash.&nbsp;For security and tax record purposes, contribute by check or credit card. Write the official name of the charity on your check.</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33479\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RES0733.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33479\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33479\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RES0733.jpg\" alt=\"Michael Powell, team leader for OneBlood, handles some of the 14 pints of blood taken on Sept. 1. The blood will be divided between local hospitals and hospitals in Houston.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1053\"></a> Michael Powell, team leader for OneBlood, handles some of the 14 pints of blood taken on Sept. 1. The blood will be divided between local hospitals and hospitals in Houston.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33477\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RES0763.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33477\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33477\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RES0763.jpg\" alt=\"Teresa Roberts, left, and Portia Siler sort through some of the clothing and toilet articles donated for flood victims in Houston. Roberts said they opted not to work through any national organization. They instead planned on renting a tractor-trailer and driving to Houston. 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(33482, 4, '2017-10-05 09:36:03', '2017-10-05 13:36:03', '<b>Shrimp festival&nbsp;</b><b>coming to Beaufort</b>\r\n\r\nThe Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park will be the backdrop for&nbsp;The Beaufort Shrimp Festival&nbsp;produced by Main Street Beaufort, USA, in downtown Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event will be held from 6-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7.\r\n\r\nUp to&nbsp;15 local restaurants&nbsp;will be featuring their&nbsp;best shrimp dishes&nbsp;and competing for the Silver Cup award.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdmission is free. Tickets for food and beverage booths will be $1 each and can be used at food and beverage booths. Items usually cost two to eight tickets.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAttendees can also vote for their favorite restaurant in the People’s Choice Award, compete in the Shrimp Heading or Shrimp Peeling (for children) competition, and adopt a Shrimp in Sea Island Rotary’s Charity Rubber Shrimp Race.\r\n\r\nVisit www.beaufortshrimpfestival.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Artists to hold&nbsp;</b><b>cancer fundraiser</b>\r\n\r\nThibault​ ​Gallery​ ​artists​ ​will​ ​be​ ​helping​ ​in​ ​the​ ​fight​ ​against​ ​cancer​ ​on​ ​Friday, Oct.​ ​6, ​at the gallery at 815​ ​Bay​ ​St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\n​This​ ​fundraiser​ ​hits home​ ​for​ ​many​ ​of​ the​ ​artists​ ​as​ ​they​ ​have​ ​lost​ ​friends​ ​and​ ​family​ ​members​ ​to​ ​this​ ​disease.​&nbsp;\r\n\r\n​They​ ​will​ ​be creating​ ​original​ ​artwork​ ​for sale​, with half​ ​of​ ​the​ ​proceeds​ benefiting the​ ​Beaufort​ ​Memorial​ ​Keyserling​ ​Cancer​ ​Center.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Day of Mindfulness&nbsp;</b><b>to be held on Oct. 7</b>\r\n\r\nA Day of Mindfulness will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.&nbsp;Saturday, Oct. 7,&nbsp;at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Beaufort, 178 Sam’s Point Road on Lady’s Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA light vegetarian lunch will be served. Beginning and experienced meditators are welcome.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere is no fee to attend, but reservations are requested. Contact Frances Kuzinski at&nbsp; 843-597-4418&nbsp;or kuzkats@embarqmail; or Jim Miller at&nbsp; 912-667-9650&nbsp;or&nbsp; at miljaa8844@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Beethoven to be featured&nbsp;</b><b>at symphony performance</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Symphony Ochestra will present “Beloved Beethoven” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, and 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15, at Sea Island Presbyterian Church at 81 Lady’s Island Drive.\r\n\r\nPianist Reed Tetzloff will perform.\r\n\r\nTickets are $40; and $15 for students.\r\n\r\nThey can be purchased at www.beaufortorchestra.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Mather center to hold&nbsp;</b><b>dedication ceremony</b>\r\n\r\nThe Mather Interpretive Center Dedication has been rescheduled due to Tropical Storm Irma.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 13, at the Beaufort Arts Council/Mather Museum at the Technical College of the Lowcountry at 921 Ribaut Road in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe center showcases the Mather School’s 100-year history.\r\n\r\nRSVP to smyes@tlc.edu or by calling 843-525-8214,\r\n\r\n<b>Archaeological society&nbsp;</b><b>to hold series of events</b>\r\n\r\nThe Archaeological Society of SC and the Beaufort District Collection of Beaufort County Library are partnering to celebrate International Archaeology Month during of October. Several events will be held in the Beaufort area.\r\n\r\nAt 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, Dr. Karen Smith will present the keynote address for SC Archaeology Month in the Beaufort Branch Meeting Room, Beaufort County Library,&nbsp; at 311 Scott St.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;From 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, the 5th Annual What the Heck is it&nbsp;Artifact Identification Program will be held at the Beaufort Branch Library&nbsp;to help with&nbsp;your unidentified artifacts.\r\n\r\nDrs. Jon Leader and Eric Poplin will be on hand to help demystify that odd family treasure.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRegistration is not necessary, but attendees are asked to limit the number of items they bring.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe program and identification sessions are free.\r\n\r\nAt 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, the Combahee Ferry Historic District exhibition will return to the Beaufort District Collection space and will be shown through February 2018.\r\n\r\nPoplin will discuss&nbsp;the archaeology of this significant site in a special lecture&nbsp;in the Beaufort Branch Library Meeting Room at the library. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, email Grace Cordial, Beaufort District Collection manager,&nbsp;at&nbsp; gracec@bcgov.net&nbsp;or&nbsp;call 843-255-6468.\r\n\r\n<b>Film society offering&nbsp;</b><b>free screenings</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Film Society is presenting some of the best&nbsp;Short, Animation and Student films from its collection of Beaufort International Film Festival Finalists Selections from 2007 to present.\r\n\r\nAll screenings will&nbsp;be&nbsp;held Wednesdays through Nov. 29 at the Plaza Theatre in Beaufort, with admission free to the general public. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nCheck in time is&nbsp;11:30 a.m.&nbsp;with the screenings beginning at&nbsp;noon and ending at 1 p.m.\r\n\r\nVisit beaufortfilmfestival.com for more information.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>TCL to host&nbsp;</b><b>oysters &amp; 5K&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry will host its annual&nbsp; Oysters &amp; 5K by the Bay&nbsp;on Saturday, Oct. 14, at the TCL Beaufort Campus,&nbsp; 921 Ribaut Road.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOysters by the Bay kicks off at&nbsp;6 p.m.&nbsp;and includes all-you-can-eat oysters and barbecue, live music, children’s activities and raffles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeer and wine will be available for purchase.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdmission is free for children 10 and under.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe 5K, hosted by the TCL Veterans Resource Center, starts at&nbsp;5 p.m.; check-in begins at&nbsp;4 p.m.&nbsp;The race features chip timing and includes a T-shirt.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMedals will be awarded to the fastest men and women in several categories including a special military division. Runners, walkers and strollers are all welcome. 5K proceeds will go to the TCL Student Veterans Association.\r\n\r\nVisit&nbsp;www.tcl.edu/bythebay&nbsp;for more information, tickets and 5K registration.\r\n\r\n<b>Women’s luncheon&nbsp;</b><b>coming Oct. 18</b>\r\n\r\nThe Low Country Women’s Connection will hold its October luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, at the Hampton Hall Clubhouse.&nbsp;&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt will feature a fall fashion and accessories show from Tradewinds on Hilton Head Island.&nbsp;&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe guest speaker will be Linda Abrams, whose topic is&nbsp; “Living Courageously.”\r\n\r\nLunch is $25 and must be prepaid and received by Wednesday, Oct. 11. Make checks payable to “CWC Bluffton” and mail them to: Carol Mock,&nbsp; 607 Argent Way, Bluffton, SC 29909.&nbsp;&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-705-7604.\r\n\r\n<b>Friends of Fort Fremont&nbsp;</b><b>fundraiser rescheduled</b>\r\n\r\nBecause of Tropical Storm Irma, the Friends of Fort Fremont Fall Fundraiser had to be postponed. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nCool Jazz at the Celadon Club has now been rescheduled for&nbsp;6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20.\r\n\r\nThere will be wine, beer, appetizers and music by Beaufort DJ Steve Curless. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Celadon Club is donating two family (six-month) memberships and two spa packages for auction. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets are still available for $30 per person and can be purchased at&nbsp; www.fortfremont.org&nbsp;until&nbsp;Monday, Oct. 16. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Celadon Club is located at 61 Celadon Drive&nbsp;on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\n<b>‘Becoming Dr. Ruth’&nbsp;</b><b>coming to DSN</b>\r\n\r\nThe story of Karola Siegel, a young immigrant who became celebrity sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, will be presented to Beaufort audiences at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, at Beaufort County DSN at 100 Clearwater Way.\r\n\r\n“Becoming Dr. Ruth,” a play by Mark St. Germain, stars Rabbi TZiPi Radonsky as Dr. Ruth.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe play is being directed by Suzanne Larson, well-known to Beaufort audiences as an actor, playwright and award-winning documentary producer.\r\n\r\nSeating is limited and on a first come, first served basis.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, email sheralaloba@gmail.com.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>COSY holding </b><b>fall fundraiser</b>\r\n\r\nThe Collaborative Organization of Services for Youth (COSY) Trust is hosting a fundraising event this fall.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Roaring ‘20s Evening to Benefit the COSY Trust will be held at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Best Western Sea Island Inn on Bay Street in downtown Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be a variety of food stations, including those from Saltus, Lowcountry Produce, Joe Loves Lobster Rolls, Outback and, The Cookie King Robert Merten, who also serves as the president of the COSY Trust.\r\n\r\nBeer and wine will be served, in addition to the Signature COSY Cocktail. There will be music, best costume contests, a live auction, door prizes and more.\r\n\r\nTickets are $60 per person or $100 per couple. Checks should be made out to CCF COSY Trust and mailed to P.O. Drawer 1228, Beaufort, SC 29901-1228. Tickets will be mailed out when checks are received.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Bourbon, Bubbles &amp; Brew&nbsp;</b><b>is back for fifth year</b>\r\n\r\nThe 5th annual Bourbon, Bubbles &amp; Brew will take place Sunday, Nov. 12, at Breakwater Restaurant at 203 Carteret. St.\r\n\r\nThe event will benefit the Beaufort Film Society and the 12th annual Beaufort International Film Festival.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHosted by Gary and Donna Lang and Beth Shaw, there will be culinary delights prepared by the Breakwater Restaurant. Musical entertainment will be provided by the local Cluster Shucks band. Tickets are limited.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.beaufortfilmfestival.com&nbsp;or call 843-522-3196.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Dueling Pianos event&nbsp;</b><b>rescheduled for Nov. 17</b>\r\n\r\nDueling Pianos, Alzheimer’s Family Services of Greater Beaufort‘s 10th Annual Dinner Theatre, has been rescheduled and will now be held Friday, Nov. 17, at The Shed in Port Royal.\r\n\r\nThe evening will offer music, dinner stations provided by local chefs, a full open bar sponsored by Gilbert Law Firm, both a silent and live auction and a retro photo booth to record your memories of the night. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nDoors open at 6 p.m. for cocktails and the silent auction.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets are $65 in advance and $75 at the door.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information or to order tickets, visit www.afsgb.org or call 843-521-9190.\r\n\r\n<b>Christian theater&nbsp;</b><b>performance offered</b>\r\n\r\nMusic of Forever, a Christian theater production, is being held at 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Grace AME Chapel on Charles Street in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nAccording to Hillary Lathan, who puts on the show with her husband, Alan, the show puts Jesus on a personal level that everyone can relate to. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“People that may never walk into a church will come to the drama and experience the gospel in a way that is real and fresh to them,” she said. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe show includes seven characters and seven pieces of music. The irony of the number is intentional, as seven is a biblically significant number, according to Hillary. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.musicofforever.org. The performances are free, but donations are accepted.\r\n\r\n<b>Habitat for Humanity&nbsp;</b><b>in need of volunteers</b>\r\n\r\nWondering how you might be able to help LowCountry Habitat for Humanity?&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAttend their Volunteer Orientation held at 10 a.m. the second Saturday of every month at 616 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVolunteer opportunities exist in every area of operations at LowCountry Habitat; there is a need for all types of abilities and skill levels, from construction to volunteering at the ReStore to serving on various committees and more.\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Lee McSavaney, volunteer coordinator at 843-522-3500 or email info@lowcountryhabitat.org.', 'What To Do the week of October 5th-11th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-october-5th-11th', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:36:03', '2017-10-05 13:36:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33482', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33484, 4, '2017-10-05 09:37:10', '2017-10-05 13:37:10', '<h3>By Celia Strong</h3>\r\nPoppy fields, with their bright colored flowers, are an awesome sight. But, these fields also grow more than flowers. For us, this week, that means grapes for our new Monterey wines.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMonterey County is known for much more than just great wines. There is Big Sur and its rugged coast, and Carmel’s bleached sand beaches, Pebble Beach and the rolling countryside just inland from the coast.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll together, the steep slopes of Carmel Valley, the rolling hills of Salinas Valley, the warm sun and cool fogs from the ocean and the ancient soils all combine to make superb grape growing conditions.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOver 200 years ago, Franciscan friars, in the Spanish mission of Soledad, planted the first grape vines here.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNone of these old vines survive, but today there are about 40,000 acres of vineyards. (All wine grapes!&nbsp; No table grapes.)&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn the 1960s, Monterey County’s potential as a quality winemaking area was recognized. In 1960, Professor AJ Winkler, from UC Davis, published a report that categorized California grape growing areas by climate: Regions I through V.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMonterey was in regions I and II, with comparable climates to Napa, Sonoma, Bordeaux and Burgundy.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWine grapes from Monterey are easily distinguishable. They all have intense varietal flavors, which means their wines have the true tastes of the grapes they are made from.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nForty percent of the grapes grown are Chardonnay, with Cabernet Sauvignon being the second most planted variety. Besides Chardonnay, there are Pinot Noirs, Rieslings, and Pinot Blancs; and, from southern warmer vineyards, the Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGrowing grapes in Monterey can be easier than in other parts of California. The vines tend to producer buds about two weeks earlier. And, harvest starts about two weeks later. Doing the math, that means Monterey grapes have about a month longer on their vines. (Extensive canopy work, meaning the pruning and training of the vines to ensure the grape bunches have shade and cooler air temperatures from their leaf cover, is extremely important.) This helps develop the fuller, more intense grape flavors these wines are known for.\r\n\r\nPoppy was founded by the Silva family in the Salinas Valley in Monterey. This family had worked in the wine industry for about 45 years, and, in 2003, they decided to start their own winery. They chose the name “Poppy” for the view of their vineyards where wild poppies grew in abundance. The golden Poppy is the state flower of California. So, appropriately, it is the name for wines that come from old winemaking techniques with new, California technology. Wines that are elegant and approachable for everyday.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPoppy Chardonnay is 100 percent Chard, from the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA in Monterey.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese vineyards have a steep slope, which is great for drainage, and eastern exposures for lots of sun and multiple ripening times for different plots.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis is an elegant Chardonnay with aromas and flavors of sweet golden apples, ripe citrus, almonds, creamy yeast, vanilla and oak. The finish has a touch of minerality and bright acidity. For $12.99.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPoppy Pinot Noir is also 100 percent its variety. These grapes come the the Arroyo Secco AVA. (The name means “dry river bed.”) In the canyons where these vineyards are located, they are shielded from the winds, which means they grow and ripen in slightly warmer temperatures. But, afternoon Pacific breezes keep them cool enough to lengthen their ripening time and develop their intense Pinot characteristics - fruit flavors with balanced acidity and deep colors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis wine has bright red fruit aromas and flavors (raspberry, cherry, strawberry, currant) along with baking spices, black pepper, vanilla and oak. Interestingly, this wine grows in your mouth and finishes with a vibrant, juicy texture on top of all its flavors. For $13.99\r\n\r\nPoppy Cabernet Sauvignon is made from 100 percent Cabernet from Paso Robles, at the southern tip of Monterey County. In production, some of these grapes go through thermovinification. Talk about California technology! &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis process has some of the grapes going through fermenting with some other crushed grapes at very moderate temperatures, all to augment the wine’s fruitiness.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBlueberry, blackberry, black cherry and black currant aromas and flavors abound in this wine, along with licorice, violets, cigar boxes, vanilla and mocha. It is medium to full bodied with soft tannins and great dimensions. For $13.99.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSo Poppy wines from the golden poppy fields of Monterey are all legal. And affordable. And plentiful. Enjoy.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<i>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</i>', 'Great wine comes from poppy fields', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'great-wine-comes-from-poppy-fields', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:37:10', '2017-10-05 13:37:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33484', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33493, 4, '2017-10-05 09:40:40', '2017-10-05 13:40:40', '<b>Two men injured&nbsp;</b><b>in Burton shooting</b>\r\n\r\nTwo men were shot at about 11:45 a.m. Sept. 29 on Ramsey Road in Burton.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the scene and found the two men, one who had been shot in the leg and the other who had been shot in the back.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoth were transported to Beaufort Memorial Hospital for treatment by Beaufort County Emergency Medical Services.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSheriff’s office investigators collected evidence for forensic examination and interviewed witnesses throughout the day.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe man shot in the leg has been released, while the man shot in the back remains in the hospital.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe investigation is ongoing.\r\n\r\nAnyone with information is encouraged to call the Beaufort County Sheriff\'s Office Emergency Dispatch at 843-524-2777 or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward. &nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Man is wanted on&nbsp;</b><b>sex with minor charges</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33499\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"182\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/moultrie.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33499\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33499\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/moultrie.jpg\" alt=\"Maruice Tyrone Moultrie\" width=\"182\" height=\"240\"></a> Maruice Tyrone Moultrie[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in locating Maruice Tyrone Moultrie who is wanted for criminal sexual conduct with a minor in the second degree.\r\n\r\nMoultrie is 19 years old, approximately 6 feet, 2 inches tall and weighs 175 pounds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe has short hair and may possibly be in the Burton or Hilton Head area. On his left forearm is a tattoo of a crescent moon and a palm tree. On his right forearm are the letters \"PHP.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnyone with information is asked to call Investigator Cornillus LaVan at 843-255-3313 or BCSO Dispatch at 843-524-2777.\r\n\r\n<b>Accidents snarl&nbsp;</b><b>afternoon traffic</b>\r\n\r\nThe City of Beaufort/Town of Port Royal Fire Department responded to separate motor vehicle collisions that snarled afternoon traffic on Sept. 26 on Ribaut Road.\r\n\r\nFirefighters responded to a two-vehicle collision at about 4:30 p.m. with reports of injuries at the intersection of Ribaut Road and Lady’s Island Drive.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOne occupant of the vehicles was apparently injured and received attention from Beaufort County EMS.\r\n\r\nFirefighters then responded to the second collision on Ribaut Road, this time in front of the bowling alley. Firefighters found that two vehicles had collided but there were no injuries and only minor hazards in the roadway.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn both instances, traffic was interrupted and re-routed temporarily while EMS from the City of Beaufort/Town of Port Royal Fire Department, Beaufort County EMS, Port Royal PD, and the city of Beaufort police worked to clear the collisions and return traffic flow to normal.\r\n\r\n<b>Fire department gets&nbsp;</b><b>$1.57M to hire personnel</b>\r\n\r\nThe Federal Emergency Management Agency has awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program Award in the SAFER category (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grants) to the City of Beaufort/Town of Port Royal Fire Department in the amount of $1,569,678.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis grant will allow the department to hire 15 new firefighters.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“This is an economic boost for our economy at a time when our communities are seeing growth in many sectors,” said Fire Chief Reece Bertholf. “Our department has a residency requirement of Northern Beaufort County. That means that every dollar of this grant, which will be spent directly on salaries and benefits for firefighters, has a high probability of being spent right here in our community.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Driver freed from&nbsp;</b><b>gateway wreck</b>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/parris.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33503\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33503\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/parris.jpg\" alt=\"parris\" width=\"1152\" height=\"864\"></a>\r\n\r\nA driver was freed from a two-vehicle accident on Sept. 29 at the intersection of Savannah Highway and Parris Island Gateway\r\n\r\nJust before 7 a.m., the Burton Fire District responded to the reported motor vehicle accident.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton fire crews arrived to a two-vehicle accident between a passenger vehicle and a pickup truck.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe driver of the passenger vehicle was trapped inside.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton firefighters were able to free the driver using the jaws of life and the driver was transported to the hospital.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe driver of the pickup truck was not transported.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe intersection of Parris Island Gateway and Savannah Highway was blocked for approximately an hour due to leaking fluids from the vehicles. 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(33508, 4, '2017-10-05 09:42:39', '2017-10-05 13:42:39', '<b>Public is invited to&nbsp;</b><b>First Friday event</b>\r\n\r\nFirst Friday After Five, an event sponsored by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, will be held from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6, in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThis is an opportunity to explore galleries and downtown shops.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be refreshments and live music.\r\n\r\n<b>Machinery company&nbsp;</b><b>to hold grand opening</b>\r\n\r\nGeismar Modern Track Machinery will celebrate the grand opening of its North American Distribution and Manufacturing Facility at 134 Parker Drive in Beaufort. The event will begin with an open house at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony and remarks from leadership at 11:30 a.m. A catered luncheon will begin at noon.\r\n\r\nGeismar, a manufacturer and distributor of railway maintenance equipment, launched its new operations in Beaufort County earlier this year. The development is expected to bring $2.9 million of new capital investment and lead to the creation of 50 new jobs.\r\n\r\nTo learn more about Geismar Modern Track Machinery, visit geismar-mtm.com/index.html.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.beaufortchamber.org or call 843-525-8500.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Retouched headshots&nbsp;</b><b>being offered by chamber</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber is partnering with Captured Moments &amp; Photography for a professional headshot event for $75 from 1:30-4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19.\r\n\r\nThis is an exclusive half-off offer for chamber members to select a favorite headshot and Captured Moments will retouch the photo.\r\n\r\nTo register for a time slot, visit:\r\n\r\nwww.signupgenius.com/go/5080a44ada62caafd0-headshot\r\n\r\n<b>Business for Breakfast&nbsp;</b><b>covers variety of topics</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce and SC LowCountry SCORE Chapter will hold a Business for Breakfast Series for Small Businesses from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the chamber offices at 701 Craven St. These events are free for chamber members and $15 for nonmembers.\r\n\r\nThe schedule is as follows:\r\n\r\n• Oct. 11: 10 Common Wage and Hour Mistakes Made by Small Businesses\r\n\r\n• Nov. 8: Government Contracting 101 for Small Businesses\r\n\r\n• Dec. 13: Year End Tax Strategies\r\n\r\n• Jan. 10: Click Click Click: Using Social Media\r\n\r\n• Feb. 14: I Did What? - Hiring Without Tears\r\n\r\n• March 14: Building a Successful Brand\r\n\r\n• April 11: Retailing Strategies in an Amazon World\r\n\r\n• May 9: Riddle Me This, Money Man - Financial Statements Made Simpler\r\n\r\nVisit www.beaufortchamber.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Lunch &amp; Learn offered&nbsp;</b><b>for small businesses</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber will hold a Lunch &amp; Learn event called “7 Ways to Use LinkedIn to Grow Your Small Business.”\r\n\r\nThe event will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at the chamber offices at 701 Craven St.\r\n\r\n“There are nearly 30 million small businesses in the United States, but only half of them will make it past five years. To ensure your small business is in the successful half, the chamber wants to encourage you to capitalize on various ways LinkedIn can evolve your business,” according to a release.\r\n\r\nThe seminar is free for members and $20 for nonmembers.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEmail Carolyn@beaufortsc.org.', 'Chamber Corner for October 5th-11th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chamber-corner-for-october-5th-11th', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:42:39', '2017-10-05 13:42:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33508', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33511, 4, '2017-10-05 09:43:47', '2017-10-05 13:43:47', '<h3>By&nbsp;Katherine Tandy Brown</h3>\r\nThe Lowcountry’s recent encounter with the edges of what arrived in Beaufort as watery Tropical Storm Irma brought back to mind the importance of getting as ready as possible for come-what-may.\r\n\r\nAnd then waiting to see whether or not to leave.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUnless, of course, you want nothing to do with wind and water, you’re not fond of those interstate parking lots, and/or you’re looking forward to a “stay-cation” with Aunt Ethel in the Upstate.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut if you’d really rather hunker down in your own comfy home, it’s the waiting, and if you remain, the long hours of the storm’s duration, that are the truly difficult parts. It’s the frustration of “not knowing.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEnter those wise Buddhists, who have a saying for uncertain times. “The ‘don’t-know mind’ is a powerful place to be.” I’ll explain.\r\n\r\nAs a 12-year resident of this lovely land, I experienced my first evacuation last October when Matthew blew in.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAt the first whisper of “this one might really hit us,” I sifted through the contents of my hurricane preparedness file, pulling out evacuation route maps, government information resources, instructions on readying my home, necessary vital documents and a roll call of emergency supplies: water, a can opener and nonperishable food such as soup, granola or pork rinds, depending on your preference; flashlights and batteries, a generator for those so inclined, medications and prescriptions, pet supplies, etc.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI’d made a list of possible evac destinations, depending upon the storm’s predicted course, and chose Charlotte, a free place for me to stay. A neighbor headed in the same direction and I hopped in the car and skedaddled.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNot until we were cruising through downtown Yemassee – too late to turn back – did I remember the family photos. At that moment I learned that what gets left behind during a storm evacuation must be kissed a teary goodbye, with a hope for the best.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSelf-employed, I packed a number of clients’ editing projects, books to read and of course, my work-in-progress first novel. I’d like to say I returned home five days later having lightened my work load. But the truth is that I could not concentrate on anything but The Weather Channel.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI fixated on its multicolored maps of Matthew’s meandering path and Jim Cantore hanging onto a palm tree, his foul weather gear flapping in hurricane-force winds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhenever I wasn’t glued to a television screen, i.e. during time spent with beloved family members I see far too infrequently, my attention returned to the Lowcountry, friends who had chosen to stick it out, and my house, where those photos remained.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile seeming to engage in conversation, I became aware that I was completely distracted, counting the minutes until I could check with Jim again.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI’ve now heard this phenomenon called “hurricane brain” and realize it to be a commonality among those leaving lives behind to flee a natural disaster. It’s the constant wondering and waiting. The not knowing.\r\n\r\nEnter the above don’t-know mind concept, which is, in fact, a Zen koan, i.e., a puzzling, often paradoxical statement used in Zen Buddhism as a means of gaining spiritual awakening.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOne explanation of the don’t-know mind, simply put, is not knowing the answers to some of life’s big questions, accepting the fact that you do not know, and choosing not to worry about the outcome.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“I don’t know” questions beliefs, such as “a hurricane often destroys everything in its path. My house, my friends and my business are all in its path, so I’m likely to lose everything.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe thing is, you don’t know that for sure. No one does. Your apprehension will ease if you choose to focus on a positive belief, such as “I don’t know what the outcome will be of” an impending hurricane – or that of a job-related interview, a delicate surgery, a long-awaited court case, a month in rehab, or an anxiety-producing adoption request. Adding an upbeat mental spin inserts powerful positive energy into a situation.\r\n\r\nAnother koan follows that of the don’t know mind: “Be like a reed blowing in the wind.” In other words, accept whatever is happening, and above all, stay present and be flexible.\r\n\r\nMy “get ready” list now includes those photos, securely saved on a flash drive.', 'Don’t know what to do? The answer is blowin’ in the wind', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dont-know-what-to-do-the-answer-is-blowin-in-the-wind', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:43:47', '2017-10-05 13:43:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33511', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(33512, 4, '2017-10-05 09:45:10', '2017-10-05 13:45:10', '<b>Pink Yoga in the Park&nbsp;</b><b>to raise awareness</b>\r\n\r\nCalling all Pink Warriors! Beaufort Memorial will kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, with Pink Yoga in the Park at Kate Gleason Park, behind the hospital.\r\n\r\nWear pink and join the staff from the hospital\'s LifeFit Wellness Center and Breast Health Center as they honor those who have been diagnosed, survived or supported someone with breast cancer.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nYoga mats will be provided on a first-come basis, but participants should bring their own if possible.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf weather is inclement, the class will move inside to the LifeFit Wellness Center at 990 Ribaut Road.\r\n\r\nThe event is free, but registration is requested at bmhpinkyogainthepark.eventbrite.com. Visit BeaufortMemorial.org or call 843-522-5635 for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Lions Club collecting&nbsp;</b><b>eyeglasses, contacts</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Lions Club will hold its first annual prescription vision products collections drive from Sunday, Oct. 8, to Saturday, Oct. 14.\r\n\r\nCollection boxes will be placed in eye doctors\' offices throughout Beaufort and Port Royal during that week.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPeople are asked to donate unused, unopened contact lens, or no longer needed prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCollected items are sent to South Carolina Charitable Foundation and Services in Columbia, sterilized and sorted and then distributed to various world health agencies such as Doctors Without Borders.\r\n\r\nCollection boxes are located at Beaufort Eye Clinic at 1664 Ribault Road; AMVETS on Ribault Road; TCL (library and admissions); Beaufort Memorial Hospital lobby; Sea Island Ophthalmology at 111 High Tide Drive; Rubin Vision Center at 330 Robert Smalls Parkway; Naval Hospital; and the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St.\r\n\r\n<b>Red Cross urges donors&nbsp;</b><b>of all blood types to help</b>\r\n\r\nThe American Red Cross urges eligible donors of all races and ethnicities to give blood to help ensure a diverse blood supply for patients in need.\r\n\r\nSome blood types are unique to certain racial and ethnic groups, so a diverse blood supply is important to meeting the medical needs of an increasingly diverse patient population.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA blood drive will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at Carteret Street United Methodist Church at 408 Carteret St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nDownload the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information.&nbsp;', 'Health briefs for October 5th-11th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'health-briefs-for-october-5th-11th', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:45:10', '2017-10-05 13:45:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33512', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33514, 4, '2017-10-05 09:44:33', '2017-10-05 13:44:33', '<h3>By The Sea Island Corridor Coalition</h3>\r\nWe all breathed a sigh of relief when Irma turned West, but didn’t celebrate the storm’s visit to Florida.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWe hope everyone here remained safe and above water.\r\n\r\nThe storm has interrupted a lot of things, so we wanted to provide an update on Sea Island Parkway developments.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Lady’s Island</b></p>\r\nBeaufort County and City of Beaufort officials, together with two yet unidentified “community representatives” have been meeting to select a consultant to drive development of a “Lady’s Island Area Plan.” After receiving multiple responses to a County RFP, a consultant has reportedly been selected, and fees negotiated.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPlans were to announce the selection Sept. 5, but Irma intervened. We expect an announcement is imminent, and with it, further detail regarding the plan’s scope and direction.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Traffic plan</b></p>\r\nAfter a lengthy journey, recommendations for traffic improvements on Lady’s Island&nbsp; (“Lady’s Island Corridor Plan”) were adopted unanimously by County Council at its Aug. 28 meeting.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe council’s action followed adoption by the Metropolitan Planning Commission, Beaufort City Council and Beaufort County Planning Commission, and means that the recommendations – nine major initiatives with an estimated cost of $28.8 million – will be incorporated into the County’s Transportation Capital Improvements Plan (CIP).&nbsp;\r\n\r\nImplementation – due both to funding and the need to integrate the plan with other on-going projects – will take place over a number of years.\r\n\r\nThe first project to be undertaken is expected to be a dedicated right-turn-only lane from Sam’s Point Road onto the Sea Island Parkway adjacent to Walgreen’s.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Tree ordinance</b></p>\r\nStronger penalties for illegal removal of trees, one of several changes to Beaufort County’s tree ordinances since the clear-cutting at Oyster Bluff in 2016, were also adopted by County Council at its Aug 28. meeting. The changes apply new requirements for new duplex or single family residential lots, and increases penalties (though not enough) for damaging or cutting protected trees.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Booze and Taco Bell?</b></p>\r\nFinally, the announcement last week that Taco Bell is adding booze to its restaurant offerings.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe company has announced plans to open between 300 and 500 new “cantina style” locations serving alcohol, with the aim of opening more than 2,000 new stores by 2022.\r\n\r\nNow to be fair, most of the alcohol-serving locations are planned for urban locations. But as Taco Bell’s Chief Operating Officer Mike Grams says, Taco Bell “isn’t afraid to try new things.”\r\n\r\nWe’re hoping an application for a new liquor license for the Sea Island Parkway isn’t part of Taco Bell’s plans for Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\nStay tuned.\r\n\r\n<i>The Sea Island Coalition’s mission is to engage the community and work with government and the community to ensure successful and sustainable development that retains the look, feel and livability of the Sea Islands Corridor.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>It also seeks to participate and assist in the short, intermediate and long range planning and zoning for the Sea Island Corridor and the lands that surround it.</i>', 'Long-term growth plans, traffic to agenda', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'long-term-growth-plans-traffic-to-agenda', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:44:33', '2017-10-05 13:44:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33514', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33517, 4, '2017-10-05 09:46:24', '2017-10-05 13:46:24', 'Puppy Plunge is back at the YMCA at 1801 Richmond Ave., in Port Royal. This is a great time for well-behaved pups to run, play and swim. The event will be held from 9-11 a.m. every first and third Saturday starting Oct. 7. This is weather dependent, so if you\'re not sure, call the Y first at 843-522-9622. The cost is $5 per pup and a signed waiver is required. Proceeds benefit the Learn To Swim Program. Visit ymcabeaufortcounty.com. Photo provided.', 'Spot on!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'spot-on', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:46:24', '2017-10-05 13:46:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33517', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33518, 4, '2017-10-05 09:46:42', '2017-10-05 13:46:42', '[caption id=\"attachment_33520\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1257\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/salon705.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33520\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33520\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/salon705.jpg\" alt=\"American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Here, Post 9 Vice Commander Paul Sweet presents Salon 705 owner Jennifer Whetsel a certificate of appreciation for displaying the flag.\" width=\"1257\" height=\"1150\"></a> American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Here, Post 9 Vice Commander Paul Sweet presents Salon 705 owner Jennifer Whetsel a certificate of appreciation for displaying the flag.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<b>Fridays @ the Corridor&nbsp;</b><b>to focus on smart cities</b>\r\n\r\nThe idea of using smart and connected technologies to make communities work better is quickly gaining traction in municipalities across the world. Smart cities can increase economic development, drive citizen engagement and promote sustainability.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAt the October Fridays @ the Corridor, Crystal Chubeck, Smart Communities architect for Verizon, will discuss how cities can develop viable and comprehensive smart platforms to help their communities become more resilient through the incremental adoption of digital technologies and automation.\r\n\r\nThis one-hour interactive forum, meant to engage and inform Beaufort\'s knowledge-based community, will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 13.\r\n\r\nAttendance is limited to 25 guests, with priority seating for Digital Corridor members. The nonmember fee is $10 and can be paid by cash or check at the door.\r\n\r\nMetered and free street parking is available in and around BASEcamp at 500 Carteret St.\r\n\r\nRSVP to fridays@beaufortdigital.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort County joins&nbsp;</b><b>development alliance&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County and SouthernCarolina Alliance (SCA), the regional economic development organization representing Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper counties, announced that Beaufort County has joined the SouthernCarolina Alliance team.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe partnership was finalized through the efforts of the council-appointed Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation and approved by Beaufort County Council.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSouthernCarolina Alliance will provide economic support services to Beaufort County through a regional strategy based on the assets of Beaufort County and the region.\r\n\r\n“SCA welcomes Beaufort County to our regional team. The county has unique qualities that will enhance the diverse array of properties and workforce that we offer industrial prospects through our global marketing campaign,” said SouthernCarolina Alliance Chairman Buddy Phillips.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Beaufort County Council and community leaders share our belief that the way to stimulate the economy and improve the quality of life for our citizens is through job creation.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Good economic development is a priority for Beaufort County Council,” said Beaufort County Council Chairman Paul Sommerville. “SouthernCarolina Alliance has a 21-year track record of success in recruitment and marketing, and we want to utilize that expertise to bring new opportunities to the county. Economic development not only brings new jobs for our local workforce, the capital investment by new and growing industries will allow us to expand our tax base, thereby providing sustained services to our citizens.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAccording to SouthernCarolina Alliance President and CEO Danny Black, Beaufort County is positioned for growth, and the focus will be on recruiting industries that will enrich the community and bring high-paying jobs to the area.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSouthernCarolina Alliance’s Executive Committee welcomed Beaufort County into the Alliance, saying, “Beaufort County’s workforce, from recent graduates to military personnel, will be attractive to industries demanding skilled employees. We hope that by recruiting companies to build a larger tax base to shoulder the growing costs of community services like healthcare, infrastructure and education, we can maintain the high quality of life enjoyed in Beaufort County.”&nbsp;', 'Business briefs for October 5th-11th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'business-briefs-for-october-5th-11th', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:46:42', '2017-10-05 13:46:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33518', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33523, 4, '2017-10-05 09:47:22', '2017-10-05 13:47:22', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nThere was a moment in my house, a few weeks ago, when my old vacuum cleaner was humming along and then suddenly began to make some very nasty sounds; then nothing. That was it. The day my Hoover died.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe old girl had been a faithful machine doing her job for years, but had ultimately been relegated to an upstairs guest bedroom closet, used only occasionally for a quick sprucing up. Otherwise, I use the new “Hoover- Handy Dandy Dog Dandruff Super Easy Tunnel” vacuum cleaner.\r\n\r\nIt was inevitable that the old girl would go. There had been hints for a while she was nearing the end of her useful life.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFirst, it was getting very difficult to find the old “A” bags required, those long white paper bags that would hold all the dirt and dust and then get thrown out. Or if you did not have any spare bags, you could shake out half the bag and start vacuuming again. Of course, the bag lost a lot of its integrity so you had to be very careful or you would find the contents of the bag spewed all over the room.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFortunately, I discovered the thrift shops in town still had packets of 10 for me to purchase. The price was around $2, which was a real bargain considering how much they cost in previous years. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThen, ultimately, even the thrift stores didn’t have them. I pictured some other woman, my age, scouring through shelves searching for her own Hoover bags.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter that, I knew it was getting closer to the end and I fought buying the new vacuum cleaner. But in the end, I had to succumb. My Hoover had been so reliable through the years. Oh, I still had to replace some of those rubber belts which slowly disappeared from the shelves too. And it had been a while since I had any of the original attachments.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI remember having to learn how to attach and use all the accessories. First, I had to turn the machine off, flip it over, slide in the “easy slip on” handle and then insert whichever attachment I needed. My living room would become a staging area for my Hoover. Inevitably, the attachments broke and were not replaced. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter the Hoover coughed and shut off, I called my appliance repair man. He asked what model it was and when I told him, he said, “There’s an antique store in town that might want it, or give it to me for parts.”\r\n\r\nEveryone is a comedian these days.\r\n\r\nSo, the old girl is in some vacuum cleaner graveyard. Now I picture my “white bag”seeking counterpart dredging through old machines, searching for that one last white “A” bag.', 'It’s a sad day when the old Hoover dies', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'its-a-sad-day-when-the-old-hoover-dies', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:47:22', '2017-10-05 13:47:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33523', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33525, 4, '2017-10-05 09:49:27', '2017-10-05 13:49:27', 'A great blue heron stands on the bank of a pond on Bonito Road. Photo by Liz Riggs, Fripp Island Audubon Club.\r\n\r\nTo submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.&nbsp;', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lowcountry-life-51', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:27:10', '2018-07-12 15:27:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33525', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33526, 4, '2017-10-05 09:49:30', '2017-10-05 13:49:30', '[caption id=\"attachment_33528\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"720\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Donna-Dixie.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33528\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33528\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Donna-Dixie.jpg\" alt=\"Donna Dixie is one of the characters in “The Dixie Swim Club.” Photo provided.\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\"></a> Donna Dixie is one of the characters in “The Dixie Swim Club.” Photo provided.[/caption]\r\n\r\nLocal theatre company Coastal Stage Productions returns to The Shed in Port Royal with “The Dixie Swim Club,” a Southern comedy about friendships that last forever.\r\n\r\nThe story shares the lives of five unique women whose friendship began many years ago on their college swim team. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nEvery August since graduation, they rekindle their relationships in a cottage on North Carolina’s Outer Banks.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe play looks in on four of those weekends over a period of 33 years as the women catch up, laugh and meddle in each other’s lives.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“One of the most appealing aspects of this play is that the audience will personally relate to most of these real life situations,” said director Margy Oehlert. “That makes it the perfect show for ladies groups and couples. In fact, we’re anticipating sell-out crowds.”\r\n\r\nThe cast of local talent includes Rebecca Bass, Donna Capps, Toye Hickman, Kelley Gray and Mimi Molina.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The Dixie Swim Club,” by Coastal Stage Productions, will be presented at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20, and Saturday, Oct. 21; and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22.\r\n\r\nA catered dinner theatre option is available at 6 p.m. Oct. 21.\r\n\r\nThe Shed is at 809 Paris Ave.\r\n\r\nTickets are on sale now. General admission is $20; reserved dinner theatre seating is $48. RSVP before Wednesday, Oct 18.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets for all events can be purchased at www.dixieportroyal.bpt.me. For local box office or more information, call 843-717-2175.', 'Southern ladies to light up Lowcountry stage', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'southern-ladies-to-light-up-lowcountry-stage', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:49:30', '2017-10-05 13:49:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33526', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33531, 4, '2017-10-12 12:06:16', '2017-10-12 16:06:16', '<h3>By Dr. Stephen Durham</h3>\r\nMany dental patients don’t think twice about the recommendation to come in twice a year for an exam and cleaning. Others wonder if they really need bi-annual exams.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe answer is yes, according to the American Dental Association (ADA).&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA professional cleaning rids the mouth of bacteria and plaque that can accumulate quickly. The exam portion allows dentists to see potential problems, such as tooth decay and oral cancer.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe ADA recommends an appointment every three months for those considered high-risk to develop a long-term dental health problem.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Preventive care</b></p>\r\nEven the best dental patients need help from the professionals to maintain healthy gums and teeth. That is because dental hygienists use tools people just don’t keep at home. This equipment cleans around the entire tooth while removing plaque and tartar at the same time. A hygienist also polishes your teeth after cleaning them.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nYou could brush and floss many times each day and still not be able to clean your teeth the way a dental hygienist can. That is the main reason for the bi-annual appointment recommendation.\r\n\r\nAn examination by a dentist is the other part of a six-month check-up. If your dentist discovers any problems, you can schedule a follow-up appointment right away without waiting another half-year for a dentist to examine you.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoth the dentist and the hygienist give you helpful tips on caring for your oral health at home that you probably wouldn’t have known otherwise. People often don’t know they have a dental problem until it’s quite advanced.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPreventive care check-ups catch issues earlier when they’re more treatable.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What to expect&nbsp;</b></p>\r\nEvery patient has their teeth cleaned and receives an exam when he or she visits the dentist. Some patients need X-rays as well. This helps dentists see issues that might not be visible, such as decay between teeth.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe preventive dental exam is also a front-line defense against oral cancer because dentists check for signs of it at each appointment. Patient education typically occurs at each visit also.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs a general rule, the more time a patient gives to taking care of their teeth at home means much less time in the hygienist’s chair during your dental visits.\r\n\r\n<i>A recipient of the 2012 Mastership Award from the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), Dr. Stephen Durham is a graduate of Clemson University and the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine. He is a past recipient of the LVI Fellowship Award for Neuromuscular and Cosmetic Dentistry. Durham practices at Durham Dental at Town Center in Beaufort. For more information, visit his website at www.DrStephenDurham.com or call 843-379-5400.</i>', 'Seeing dentist regularly part of good oral health', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'seeing-dentist-regularly-part-of-good-oral-health', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:30:06', '2018-07-12 15:30:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33531', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33532, 4, '2017-10-05 09:50:54', '2017-10-05 13:50:54', '<b>Several roads to&nbsp;</b><b>get new asphalt&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nAsphalt paving will take place on the following roads between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. through Tuesday, Oct. 10:\r\n\r\n• S-38 Keans Neck Road, Mile Post 3.00-4.08\r\n\r\n• S-42 Seabrook Road, Mile Post 0.04-1.29\r\n\r\n• S-623 Carolina Avenue, Mile Post 0.00-1.30\r\n\r\n• S-92 Bellinger Hill Road, Mile Post 3.30-4.60\r\n\r\n• S-102 Mitchellville Road, Mile Post 0.30-1.25\r\n\r\nThis work could be intermittent during these times due to unfavorable weather conditions and unforeseen mechanical failures. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be lane closures, but traffic will be maintained through the use of traffic control devices.\r\n\r\n<b>Hopeful Horizons hosts&nbsp;</b><b>awareness month events&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThroughout October, Beaufort’s Hopeful Horizons will be hosting events to raise awareness of domestic violence in the community, state and around the nation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCOO of Hopeful Horizons, Kristin Dubrowski, said, “South Carolina is No. 5 in the nation for the rate of women murdered by men.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"That is a staggering statistic that needs to change and we hope that raising awareness during this month and all year long will be the first step to making that happen.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHopeful Horizons will display a “Clothesline Project” at the libraries in Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper counties; and a “Wedding Gown Project” at each of the courthouses in Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHigh schools in Beaufort and Jasper counties will host candlelight vigils for victims of domestic violence.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be events on Friday, Oct. 13, at Ridgeland/Hardeeville High School; on Oct. 20 at Whale Branch High School; and Oct. 27 at Hilton Head High School.\r\n\r\nSeveral coffee shops will display informational posters and provide coffee sleeves with Hopeful Horizons’ domestic violence hotline including Common Ground in Downtown Beaufort, Pluff Mudd in Port Royal and Watusi Café on Hilton Head.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.hopefulhorizons.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Some tax notices </b><b>are now available&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nTax notices for 2017 for personal property are now available for taxpayers.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe personal property tax notices for the following types of property have been assigned and delivered to the county treasurer for distribution: aircraft documented vessels; watercraft, boats and motors; commercial vessels; and other business property.\r\n\r\nTax notices for real property and the associated rental accounts have been delayed by county administration.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe earliest tax notices for real property and associated rental accounts is expected to be issued by Tuesday, Oct. 31.\r\n\r\n<b>Debris management&nbsp;</b><b>sites to close on Oct. 8&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe debris management sites opened by Beaufort County after Tropical Storm Irma will close at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe sites are located at Barnwell Resources, Daufuskie Island, Ihly Farms and Pinckney Point.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nResidents can dispose of Class 1 and 2 debris, as well as white goods debris, at these sites.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter Monday, Oct. 9, residents can dispose of any remaining storm debris at any of the County’s Convenience Centers.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, call the Solid Waste and Recycling Office of the Beaufort County Public Works Department at 843-255-2736.', 'New briefs for October 5th-11th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-briefs-for-october-5th-11th', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:50:54', '2017-10-05 13:50:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33532', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33535, 4, '2017-10-05 09:53:22', '2017-10-05 13:53:22', '<em>Photo above: Nathan Gunn plays Papageno in a scene from Act II of Mozart’s “Die Zauberflöte” in a past performance. Photo by Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera.</em>\r\n<h3>By Alan Schuster</h3>\r\nMozart was 25 when he wrote to his father, saying that “to write operas now is my one burning ambition.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn the next 10 years, he averaged one per year, including “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Don Giovanni,” “Cosi fan Tutte” and his finale, “Die Zauberflote,” better known as “The Magic Flute.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nMozart considered it his best, as did opera lovers throughout Europe. Its premiere in Vienna in September 1791 was a huge success. And then, two months later, he died, his last wish being to see “my flute just one more time.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt will be presented live in HD from the New York Metropolitan Opera at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at the USCB Center for the Arts.\r\n\r\nBesides being the first composer to write an opera in a theatrical style, Mozart and his librettist, Emanuel Schikaneder (both Freemasons), set out to construct a symbolic story with a hidden meaning – expressing in varied musical styles the symbolisms of Freemasonry. Enhancing the Masonic plot was facilitated by the Singspiel (“song-play”) form of opera, a style of German-language music drama. This was characterized by separate musical numbers connected by dialogue and stage activity. &nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Act I</b></p>\r\nThe scene is a mythical Egypt of ancient days. Prince Tamino is rescued from a serpent by the three Ladies of the Queen of the Night. But Papageno, a birdcatcher, claims that he slaughtered the beast. As punishment the Ladies padlock his mouth. They also give him a portrait of the Queen’s abducted daughter, Pamina. He’s lovestruck, and sets out to rescue her, the Queen promising him her daughter’s hand if he is successful.\r\n\r\nProtected by a magic flute, he journeys to the palace of Sarastro, the sun priest, where Pamina is held. Inadvertently, Papageno saves her from being attacked by Monostatos, Sarastro’s Moorish servant. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nPapageno and Pamina go in search of Tamino, an Egyptian prince, who has arrived at the palace where the Speaker of the Temple informs him that it is the Queen and not Sarastro who is evil. Monostatos and his slaves confront Papageno and Tamino, but they escape. Pamina meets Tamino and they fall in love.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Act II</b></p>\r\nTamino and Papageno are told they must endure a series of trials if they are to be accepted into the Brotherhood of the Temple. The first trial is a period of silence. When Pamina is asleep, Monostatos again approaches but is harried by the Queen who gives her daughter a dagger.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nShe warns her that she can only regain her power if Sarastro is killed. Monostatos harasses Pamina once again, but this time Sarastro enters. He knows of the Queen’s plan, reminding Monostatos that the Brotherhood is bound by love. Papageno gains a vision of his perfect match, Papagena, but is told that he will lose her if he fails the trials.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the help of the magic flute they pass and, despite his failure to keep silent, the couple are reunited. The Queen of the Night and her Ladies and Monostatos are destroyed by a clap of thunder and laser lightning. All the other characters celebrate the victory of light over darkness.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>The music</b></p>\r\nBeginning with a massive, show-business overture which should rank as Mozart’s best, the music is astonishing in its variety. What follows is a showcase for voices, ranging from deep and solemn bass arias for Sarastro to some extremely high and florid arias for the evil Queen of the Night, making it one of opera’s most difficult coloratura roles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn between is some of the purest love music Mozart ever wrote, often interspersed by scenes of earthy comedy.&nbsp; And equally impressive as the overture is the magnificent finale. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOpera historian Charles Osborne wrote that the Flute is “an extraordinary opera with a final piercing phrase that lives in the ear long after the curtain has come down.”\r\n\r\nGolda Schultz makes her Met debut as Pamina, Kathryn Lewek (Queen of the Night), Charles Castronovo (Tamino), Markus Werba (Papageno) and Rene Pape (Sarastro). Met Music Director Emeritus James Levine conducts Tony Award winner Julie Taymor’s sparkling production.\r\n\r\nTickets for all opera presentations are now available. All seats are general admission. Tickets are $20 for adults; $18 for OLLI members; and $10 for students.\r\n\r\nOrder online at www.centerforthearts.com, or by calling 843-521-4145. The box office opens at noon.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe USCB Center for the Arts is at 801 Carteret St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe next HD performance will be Saturday, Nov. 18: Thomas Ades’ “The Exterminating Angel.”', '‘Magic Flute’ coming to USCB live from the Met', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'magic-flute-coming-to-uscb-live-from-the-met', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:53:22', '2017-10-05 13:53:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33535', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33536, 4, '2017-10-05 09:53:01', '2017-10-05 13:53:01', '<h3>By Richard Eckstrom</h3>\r\nI believe that most Americans are repulsed by racism. Unfortunately, their feelings of repulsion are often exploited for political gain.\r\n\r\nEspecially now, in a time of hyper-racialization, the rush to frame all issues in racial terms often seems done to create political capital or avenge a political setback. Claims of racism have become a weapon to attack even benign sentiments, including a person\'s preference for a particular political candidate or party.\r\n\r\nRecent online rants by a Clemson University professor generated a backlash on and off campus. His behavior offers a good example of the senseless race-based hysteria taking place nationally.\r\n\r\n\"All trump (sic) supporters, nay, all Republicans, are racist scum,” read an August Facebook post by the professor.&nbsp; “All republicans? Yes. Your complacency made this happen. Pick a side: denounce your affiliation, or admit you\'re a racist.\"\r\n\r\nAnother of his posts went to an even further extreme by appearing to advocate violence: “I admire anyone who stands up against white supremacy, violent or non-violent.”\r\n\r\nThe first thing that strikes me is that Clemson University, a school I truly appreciate and admire, should be embarrassed to have this man as a professor. Frankly, his comments were ignorant. Generalizing roughly half the American population as racist simply because of their presidential preference exhibits woefully unsophisticated reasoning, especially for someone of a university professor’s stature.\r\n\r\nAfter an outcry from members of the Clemson community, the university issued a statement condemning “expressions condoning or advocating violence or hatred.” Was its response adequate?\r\n\r\nCollege campuses have long leaned toward the liberal end of the spectrum, and that’s becoming increasingly so. (That’s not just my opinion; it’s supported by research and survey results, including a recent UCLA survey of university faculties nationwide.)&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnd that leftward lean has shown itself in troubling ways. Efforts to scrub conservative ideas from many campuses are well-documented, with scheduled speakers being disinvited or forced to cancel presentations.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe expression of views that don\'t fit the prevailing campus view has sparked protests, no-holds-barred shaming, even calls for disciplinary action.\r\n\r\nIt seems that many colleges and universities take a much more serious posture against “politically incorrect” speech than they do against genuine infractions of greater consequence, such as the advocacy of violence. In that regard, it\'s interesting to compare how Clemson dealt with the professor’s comments to the way it handled an incident last year.\r\n\r\nIn April 2016, an incident which was initially thought to be racially motivated spurred campus protests and a nine-day sit-in, as well an investigation into who was responsible. As it turns out, administrators early on had determined that the incident wasn’t race-related at all, yet chose to use it as a “teachable moment” – a revelation that later came to light after students obtained emails between university officials.\r\n\r\nAs part of this teachable moment, Clemson announced an ambitious eight-point plan, including mandatory diversity training for its employees.\r\n\r\nIn the wake of the recent “racist scum” episode, I’d offer that a different kind of training is in order. Perhaps the training should be in common decency … a lesson to teach the public benefit of using persuasion, rather than insults, to advance a viewpoint.\r\n\r\nThose in positions to educate young minds and shape perspectives have an obligation to strive for a higher standard of dialogue. At the very least, a college professor should comprehend the difference between honest preferences for how we are governed and ill-will toward an entire race.\r\n\r\nAll reasonable people agree that racism is a scourge. Imposing racist overtones to anything and everything demeans the efforts of good people on both the left and right who are honestly seeking to combat the scourge, and further widens the gulf that divides us.\r\n\r\n<i>Richard Eckstrom is the S.C. comptroller.</i>', '‘Racist scum?’ Colleges should set higher standard', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'racist-scum-colleges-should-set-higher-standard', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:53:01', '2017-10-05 13:53:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33536', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33540, 4, '2017-10-05 09:55:25', '2017-10-05 13:55:25', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Beaufort Academy’s robotics team attended workshops that accompanied the release of the 2017-2018 FIRST Tech Challenge game recently at the Military Magnet School in North Charleston. The rookie team, made up of students in grades 7-12, was able to elevate a marshmallow 19.5 inches on a stable platform made from string, spaghetti and tape in a timed team-building exercise. Photo provided.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Make-up dates&nbsp;</b><b>have been changed</b>\r\n\r\nBecause of student testing at several schools on Saturday, Dec. 9, that cannot be rescheduled, the previously scheduled weather make-up day for all students is being moved back one week to Saturday, Dec. 16. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis means that the Beaufort County School District’s two weather make-up days related to Tropical Storm Irma will now be Saturday, Nov. 18, and Saturday, Dec. 16.\r\n\r\n<b>AP students earn&nbsp;</b><b>free college credits</b>\r\n\r\nMore than half of Beaufort County School District students enrolled in Advanced Placement courses in 2016-17 scored high enough on their final exams to earn free college credits, the College Board reported recently.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdvanced Placement – and the accompanying College Board exams that demonstrate mastery of the course material – let students earn free college course credits while still in high school. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nLast school year, 54 percent of Beaufort County School District students taking AP exams scored 3 or better on the tests’ 5-point scale, qualifying them for college credit. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThat was down slightly from the previous year’s 55 percent, which was the district’s all-time high, but up significantly from 48 percent five years ago.\r\n\r\nAcross the district, 525 individual students scored high enough to earn college credits compared to 538 last year and 537 five years ago. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe total number of exams taken was 1,480, up from 1,374 last year and down from 1,707 five years ago.\r\n\r\nSuperintendent Jeff Moss said that fewer students are taking AP courses because more are taking advantage of “dual enrollment” courses that also allow them to earn college credits while still in high school through partnerships with colleges and universities.\r\n\r\n“Either way you look at it – whether it’s dual enrollment or AP courses – our students are setting higher standards for themselves, and that’s certainly encouraging,” Moss said.\r\n\r\nAmong Northern Beaufort County public high schools over the past five years:\r\n\r\n• Battery Creek High: Thirty-one percent of students taking AP exams scored high enough for college credit in 2016-17, down from 43 percent the previous year and up from 13 percent five years ago.\r\n\r\n• Beaufort High: Fifty-two percent scored high enough for college credit in 2017, compared to 49 percent the previous year and 55 percent five years ago.\r\n\r\n• Whale Branch Early College High offers college courses through its partnership with the Technical College of the Lowcountry rather than offering AP courses through the College Board.\r\n\r\n<b>Students with autism&nbsp;</b><b>to benefit from robots</b>\r\n\r\nFifteen school districts across South Carolina, including Beaufort County, will implement the Milo robot and Robots4Autism curriculum beginning this October.\r\n\r\n\"I am excited about the opportunities that Milo and Robots4Autism curriculum bring to our students with Autism Spectrum Disorders,\" said State Superintendent Molly Spearman.\r\n\r\n\"Through the use of this state-of-the art technology, we can provide intense support to the academic and social behavioral needs of a growing population of students in our state.\"\r\n\r\nSince 2011, the number of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in South Carolina has nearly doubled from 4,000 to over 8,000 students in 2017. Recognizing the need to provide an evidence-based curriculum for students with ASD and the need to support educators, the Office of Special Education Services invested in Milo and through the use of federal funds will pilot the humanoid robot and curriculum in 15 districts for a three-year period.\r\n\r\nDeveloped by RoboKind, a company based in Dallas, Milo teaches elementary and middle school students the understanding and meaning of emotions and expressions, and demonstrates appropriate social behavior and responses.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThrough interactions with Milo, students learn to tune in on emotions, express empathy, act more appropriately in social situations, self-motivate and generalize in the population.\r\n\r\nEach robot can assist up to 15 individual students with ASD by providing a minimum of 60 minutes weekly of special education services related to behavior, pragmatic speech or social/emotional learning.\r\n\r\n<b>Information sessions set&nbsp;</b><b>for Polaris Tech charter</b>\r\n\r\nEight community and parent information sessions are set across Jasper County over the next six weeks to share details and how to apply to the Lowcountry’s newest state charter school, Polaris Tech.\r\n\r\nThe public sessions typically last about an hour and include an overview of the school, what makes it different, and how to apply starting in January.\r\n\r\nPolaris Tech is scheduled to open in August 2018 as a free public charter school for up to 250 middle and high school students. As a state charter school, the Polaris Tech board of directors will be responsible for meeting state guidelines and accountability measures.\r\n\r\nMost meetings have Spanish translation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.polaristech.org for times and locations.\r\n\r\n<b>Local students enroll;&nbsp;</b><b>others study overseas</b>\r\n\r\nJoseph Crayton, of Beaufort, has enrolled as part of the Class of 2021 at Marietta College for the Fall 2017 semester.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, Michael Christian Bass, of Beaufort, is spending the semester in Switzerland. Bass is a member of the class of 2019.\r\n\r\nNatalie Hudson Simkins, of Beaufort, is spending the semester in Barcelona, Spain. Simkins is also a member of the class of 2019.\r\n\r\n<b>State of the Schools </b><b>to be held Nov. 1</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber has rescheduled its annual State of the School event due to Tropical Storm Irma.\r\n\r\nIt will be held from 8-9:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, at Holiday Inn &amp; Suites, 2225 Boundary St.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman and the leaders from the area school systems will share information concerning education in Beaufort County and the impact on our community.\r\n\r\nSpeakers will include Spearman, Dr. Jeffrey Moss of the Beaufort County School District; Dr. Richard Gough, Technical College of the Lowcountry; and Dr. Al Panu, University of South Carolina Beaufort.\r\n\r\nGuests will also hear from a panel of leaders representing the area’s private and charter schools including: Beaufort Academy, Bridges Preparatory School, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, John Paul II High School, Lowcountry Montessori School, Riverview Charter School and St. Peter\'s Catholic School.\r\n\r\nThe cost is $20 for chamber members; $25 for nonmembers; and $160 for a table of eight.\r\n\r\nContact LaNelle at LaNelle@BeaufortSC.org.\r\n\r\n<b>New admissions&nbsp;</b><b>director named at BA</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33541\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"450\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/becky.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33541\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33541\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/becky.jpg\" alt=\"Becky Bekemeyer\" width=\"450\" height=\"472\"></a> Becky Bekemeyer[/caption]\r\n\r\nBecky Bekemeyer has been named director of admissions at Beaufort Academy.\r\n\r\nBekemeyer, a native of Beaufort, is a registered nurse and received her Associate Degree of Science in Nursing in 2001. She most recently has been a labor and delivery nurse for the past 11 years, but previously worked in adult and pediatric nursing for five years.\r\n\r\nShe has been married to Jonathan Bekemeyer for 15 years, a current lieutenant with the Lady\'s Island-St Helena Fire District who also works for the Fripp Island Fire Department.\r\n\r\nBekemeyer is replacing MJ Simmons, the admissions director at BA for the past seven years.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"I know Becky will take care of our wonderful current and future families of Beaufort Academy,” said Simmons. “Becky is a great fit for the position with her detail oriented skills, and her knowledge of our school. We hope you have the opportunity to come meet her in the front office in the near future.\"\r\n\r\nContact Bekemeyer at at bbekemeyer@beaufortacademy.org, 843-524-3393 or visit www.BeaufortAcademy.org for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Local students are&nbsp;</b><b>attending The Citadel&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe Citadel is welcoming the Class of 2021, which includes the following local students:\r\n\r\nBriona Gray, Matthew Hurtt, Jakob Marsh, Dianna Munford, Jacob Ramseur&nbsp; and Kenneth Spurlock, all of Beaufort.\r\n\r\nIn other Citadel news, Nicolas Cucinotta, of Port Royal, was awarded Gold Stars by The Citadel for earning a grade point ratio of 3.7 or higher during the 2017 spring semester. Students that achieve Gold Star recognition are also placed on The Citadel\'s Dean\'s List.\r\n\r\n<b>Digital Corridor to&nbsp;</b><b>offer game design class&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Digital Corridor is launching Game On, a code education program geared toward middle and high school students who would like to learn the practice of game design and development.\r\n\r\nGame On will introduce students to the theory, tools and practice required to create their own games. 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(33544, 4, '2017-10-05 09:57:05', '2017-10-05 13:57:05', '<em>Photo above: Folks have fun dancing at the annual Boots &amp; Bling YMCA fundraiser. Photo provided.</em>\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA of Beaufort County will hold its 8th Annual Boots &amp; Bling Fundraiser &amp; Silent Auction, presented by CBC National Bank, from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Tabby Place in downtown Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis year’s “rustic chic” soiree includes a silent auction, live auction, cocktail hour, food provided by local eateries and music by Veterans’ Pride Entertainment Service curated to inspire a full dance floor.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOf particular note this year is the Boots &amp; Bling live auction, which will feature one-of-a-kind works of art from five well-known local artists.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe artists were tasked to create a piece of art that exemplifies what the Y and its programs mean to them and/or how the Y impacts our community.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We are thrilled to have these six local artists not just donate their incredible works,&nbsp; but also share their enthusiasm&nbsp; for the Y through their art with our community, “ said Carmen Meyer, the 2017 Boots &amp; Bling Committee chair.\r\n\r\nArtists include Pam Hagan, Linda Hunt, Mary Jane Martin, Mary Grayson Segars, Bob Spielman and Lenore Spielman. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“While these pieces will be put up for auction during our ‘live’ event the night of Boots and Bling, they can be previewed online starting on Oct. 2. Just go to our online auction site at charityauctionstoday.com/auctions/BBAuction2017-2710,” said Meyer.\r\n\r\nBidding for the silent auction is 24 hours a day, seven days a week through 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSome of the items in this year’s auction include a handmade queen-size Texas Star quilt by June Jones, Walt Disney World tickets, airline tickets, a lady’s cruiser Electra bicycle, artwork by equestrian artist Karen Day, jewelry, a fishing excursion, salon services, hotel stays, spa packages, golf and much more.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoots &amp; Bling is a highlight of the fall season in Beaufort and an event where folks can let loose, have a fun night out with friends all while helping the Y raise funds for its annual capital campaign.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKaylin Garst, Wardle Family Y executive branch director said, “2017 marks the third year of CBC National Bank as presenting sponsor of our event and we are so appreciative of their continued support.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSponsorships are integral to producing a successful event and community partners like Schiller &amp; Hamilton Law Firm, Publix, Lowcountry Insurance Services, May River Dermatology, Q on Bay, Sutcliffe Golf Cars and many more local businesses and individuals help make Boots &amp; Bling a fall favorite.\r\n\r\n“This year we are working to raise funds at our event to create a better childcare pick-up and drop-off area, making it more convenient and safer, update fitness facilities, increase parking, and create storage for youth program equipment, “ Garst added.\r\n\r\nSince 2014 the Y has included a golf cart raffle as part of the Boots &amp; Bling event. This year the shiny black golf cart is a 2009 Yamaha with new tires, batteries, windshield, lights and fold-down rear seat provided by Sutcliffe Golf Cars.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets for the golf cart raffle are $25 each or five for $100. You do not need to be present to win.\r\n\r\nY staff will contact the winner within 36 hours of the event’s end if the winner is not present at Boots and Bling on Oct. 14.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEvent tickets can be purchased at the Y in Port Royal (1801 Richmond Ave.) or at the door the night of the event.\r\n\r\nTickets are $50 each &amp; $90/couple. Tickets include a cocktail hour, barbecue dinner buffet, beer/wine and entertainment.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be a cash bar for mixed drinks.', 'Annual Boots & Bling set for Oct. 14', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'annual-boots-bling-set-for-oct-14', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:57:05', '2017-10-05 13:57:05', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33544', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33545, 4, '2017-10-05 09:57:12', '2017-10-05 13:57:12', 'Beaufort Memorial Hospital (BMH) has racked up another three Certified Zero Harm Awards from the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA), along with special recognition for holding state records in preventing two major classes of hospital-acquired infections, according to a release.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe 197-bed nonprofit hospital reported no central-line-associated bloodstream infections in the Intensive Care Unit and surgical site infections during colon surgery for 45 consecutive months. It was the only area healthcare facility to earn state records in two categories.\r\n\r\n“Beaufort Memorial has worked diligently to improve patient safety in every area of care, including hospital-acquired infections,” BMH President and CEO Russell Baxley said. “Preventing bloodstream and post-surgical infections for such an extended period of time is a testament to the commitment our staff has shown in protecting our patients.”\r\n\r\nThe hospital also received a Certified Zero Harm Award for having no surgical site infections during abdominal hysterectomy surgery for 12 months.\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Hospital Association has been giving out Zero Harm Awards since 2013 to acknowledge hospitals that are on the forefront of preventing medical errors, which by some estimates is the third leading cause of death in the United States. This is the second year Beaufort Memorial has won three of the awards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo earn a Certified Zero Harm Award, hospitals must experience no preventable hospital-acquired infections of a specific nature over an extended period of time. All hospital data used for the awards is independently verified by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.\r\n\r\nAs part of a collaboration with The Duke Endowment and The Joint Commission Center for Transforming Health, SCHA and South Carolina hospitals have taken part in a statewide effort to reduce harm by implementing robust practices shown to improve patient safety and quality of care.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Celebrating milestones, such as zero infections within a given time frame, is a crucial part of our hospitals’ collective journey to highly reliable healthcare,” said South Carolina Hospital Association Vice President for Quality and Safety Lorri Gibbons. “Zero patient harm is possible only if physicians, clinical and support staff members work together.”', 'BMH recognized for infection prevention', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bmh-recognized-for-infection-prevention', '', '', '2017-10-05 09:57:12', '2017-10-05 13:57:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33545', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33550, 4, '2017-10-05 10:00:45', '2017-10-05 14:00:45', '<em>Photo above: Beaufort High’s #1 singles tennis player McKenzie Daniel serves the ball during her 6-0, 6-0 win over Cane Bay’s Autumn Leya on Tuesday, Sept. 19.&nbsp;Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33553\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1283\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RES1203-1.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33553\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33553\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RES1203-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Beaufort High School varsity volleyball team has an inter-squad scrimmage during practice Sept. 26. \" width=\"1283\" height=\"1400\"></a> The Beaufort High School varsity volleyball team has an inter-squad scrimmage during practice Sept. 26.[/caption]\r\n<h3>By Justin Jarrett</h3>\r\nThe postseason is just around the corner for fall high school sports teams, and it’s shaping up to be a busy season at Beaufort High School.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile the biggest buzz at BHS is centered on the football team’s first 5-0 start since 2013, the Eagles’ success this fall goes well beyond the football field.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe girls tennis and volleyball teams both sit in second place in Region 8-4A, the cross country and girls golf teams have had athletes claim individual wins, and the swim team is gearing up for the S.C. High School League state meet.\r\n\r\n“Our Eagle fall sports teams are off to fantastic starts,” BHS athletics director Linc Lyles said. “We have now started region play in all sports and have crucial contests this week that will determine upcoming playoff seeding spots.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles’ football team continued its perfect start to the season with a 56-3 rout of R.B. Stall to open region play Sept. 29 and will travel to Colleton County for another region matchup on Oct. 6. BHS is looking to win its first six games to start the season for the first time since a 9-0 start in 2008.\r\n\r\nBHS has outscored opponents 168-54 through five games thanks to a powerful running game and a dominant defense. Running back Kyleik Middleton is putting up huge numbers on the ground — 655 yards and eight touchdowns — with the help of strong offensive line play, and quarterback Jeffrey Smyth has been efficient passing the ball while also helping in the ground game.\r\n\r\nThe BHS defense has held its last two opponents in single digits, with Reid Daughtry (seven tackles for loss, five sacks) and Brendan Bowersox (three tackles for loss, four sacks) wreaking havoc in opposing backfields and Smyth and Reggie Jones causing problems for quarterbacks with three interceptions apiece.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles have two huge region matchups remaining at home with defending Region 8-4A champion Berkeley visiting on Oct. 13 and Cane Bay coming in on Oct. 20 before wrapping up the regular season at Hilton Head Island High School on Oct. 27.\r\n\r\nThe cross-county rivalry with the Seahawks is heating up in other fall sports, too. The BHS girls tennis team is 7-1, with the only loss coming to Hilton Head High.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles get a rematch with the Seahawks at home on Oct. 10, and they need to swing only one singles match in their favor from last month’s 4-2 loss to force a winner-take-all match at No. 1 doubles. The Eagles have not lost an individual match in their seven victories, and McKenzie Daniel and Lucy Bruns are undefeated in singles play.\r\n\r\nBHS also trails Hilton Head High in the Region 8-4A volleyball standings, as the Seahawks have handed the Eagles their only two losses in region play. Finishing second in the region would allow BHS to host a first-round match in the Class 4A playoffs.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMost encouraging of all for the Eagles is the fact that their statistical leaders in virtually every category — freshman Chase Vaigneur (108 kills), sophomore Madison Gallion (196 assists, 55 aces), and freshman Caroline Malphrus (199 digs) — are underclassmen.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe BHS cross country team also is leaning on talented youngsters, as freshman Marlon Belden and eighth-grader Nash Mills finished first and second in the boys’ 5K race, leading the Eagles to a third-place team finish at the Beaufort County Cross Country Championships.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe BHS girls finished fourth at the county meet, and both teams have two races remaining before the region, Lower State, and state championships.\r\n\r\nIndividuals on the swimming and girls golf teams also have big hopes for the postseason, especially golfer Izzy Stone, a sophomore who recently won medalist honors at a four-team meet featuring all the Beaufort County public school teams. Stone and the Eagles have one more county meet in Bluffton before the region, Lower State, and state meets.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33554\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RES1421.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33554\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33554\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RES1421.jpg\" alt=\"Beaufort High School’s head football coach Mark Clifford, left, watches his team practice on Sept. 26. The Eagles have a perfect 5-0 start to their 2017 season.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"895\"></a> Beaufort High School’s head football coach Mark Clifford, left, watches his team practice on Sept. 26. The Eagles have a perfect 5-0 start to their 2017 season.[/caption]\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">In other sports news...</h2>\r\n• Whale Branch outlasted rival Woodland 20-14 in overtime on Sept. 29 to claim a region win. With the win, Whale Branch improved to 1-4.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWoodland dropped to 2-4 with the loss.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIrvin Mulligan, one of the area\'s top high school football players, scored the game-winning touchdown in overtime for Whale Branch. Mulligan delivered two touchdowns in the Warriors\' victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Host Faith Christian Academy prevented Beaufort Academy from claiming its fourth consecutive win on Sept. 29, defeating the Eagles 53-14. Miscues hindered Beaufort Academy\'s progress in the game versus Faith Christian. Struggling to take care of the football when it had possession, Beaufort Academy committed six turnovers in the loss.\r\n\r\nWith the loss, Beaufort Academy stumbled to 3-4.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• A Beaufort High School football cheer clinic will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 7 at the BHS gym. This is for pre-K through 8th grade students. The cost is $35 for pre-registration and $40 for walk-in. Check in starts at 8:30.\r\n\r\nContact Hillary Savarese at hillary.savarese@beaufort.k12.sc.us, 843-322-2000; or Nancy Hall at nhcabana22@yahoo.com.', 'Beaufort High athletic teams soar', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-high-athletic-teams-soar', '', '', '2017-10-05 10:00:45', '2017-10-05 14:00:45', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33550', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33551, 4, '2017-10-05 10:01:18', '2017-10-05 14:01:18', '<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nThe 2017-2018 season for recreational harvesting of shellfish (clams, oysters, mussels and other bivalves) in coastal waters off South Carolina will open a half hour before official sunrise on Sunday, Oct. 15.\r\n\r\nThe recreational season opening has been delayed for two weeks due to water quality impacts from Tropical Storm Irma.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe recreational shellfish season will remain open through May 15, 2018, unless conditions warrant extending or shortening the season.\r\n\r\nWhen the season opens Oct. 15, it will be important for harvesters to check with the S.C. Department of Health &amp; Environmental Control (DHEC) to verify whether any closures remain in effect. This information is available at 800-285-1618 and can be viewed on an interactive map at the DHEC website at www.scdhec.gov.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) maintains state shellfish grounds for commercial and recreational harvesting of clams and oysters.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll state-managed grounds are posted with boundary signs. Areas designated as shellfish culture permits are privately managed and cannot be recreationally harvested unless the harvester has written permission from the permit holder in their possession.\r\n\r\nRecreational harvesters should obtain updated public or state shellfish ground maps at the beginning of each season, as areas open to harvest change from year to year.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMaps of designated harvest areas can be downloaded from the SCDNR website at www.scdnr.gov or online through the Recreational Map Web Application.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPrinted maps can also be obtained by calling 843-953-9854 or writing the Shellfish Management Section, Attn: Ben Dyar, SCDNR, PO Box 12559, Charleston, SC 29422-2559. When requesting maps, specify the general area where you wish to harvest.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRecreational harvesters must have a Saltwater Recreational Fishing License, available from SCDNR, at many fishing supply stores, and online. The recreational limit is two U.S. bushels of oysters and one-half bushel of clams in any one day, limited to two calendar days per seven-day period. There is a maximum possession of three personal limits per boat or vehicle. Clams must be at least 1 inch in thickness.\r\n\r\nAll harvesters are encouraged to “cull in place,” leaving dead shell and smaller oysters on the shoreline where they will continue to grow and provide habitat for future generations of oysters. Oyster consumers are encouraged to recycle their shells. Check online or call 843-953-9397 to find locations near you where shell can be dropped off for recycling.&nbsp;', 'Recreational shellfish season opening delayed', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'recreational-shellfish-season-opening-delayed', '', '', '2017-10-05 10:01:18', '2017-10-05 14:01:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33551', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(33557, 4, '2017-10-05 10:03:33', '2017-10-05 14:03:33', '<h3>By Sally Mahan</h3>\r\nThe beach and campground at Hunting Island State Park, one of the most popular sites in Beaufort County, was set to be closed until 2018 due to a series of storms and flooding, most recently Tropical Storm Irma.\r\n\r\nHowever, state park officials say the north beach will reopen on Thursday, Oct. 12, along with 175 parking spaces. The campground will likely remain closed through the end of the year.\r\n\r\nAccording to Ray Stevens, regional chief for the Coastal Region of South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation &amp; Tourism, the unexpected reopening of the beach was made possible due to the fact that they were able to get pumping stations up and running so that waste can be pumped out. Saltwater intrusion caused by flooding damaged the park’s electrical systems, but repairs to the pumping stations were accomplished ahead of schedule.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, in order to accommodate traffic, the old entrance to the park near the lighthouse will serve as an exit road, according to Stevens.\r\n\r\nHunting Island has experienced a series of ups and downs since Hurricane Matthew hit in October 2016.\r\n\r\nTen months after Matthew devastated Hunting Island State Park, forcing it to close its campground, campers were pitching their tents on the island once again as of Aug. 4.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“When folks came back to the campground for the first time in almost a year, we wanted them to know they would be welcomed with open arms,” said SC State Parks Director Phil Gaines at the time.\r\n\r\nThe 88 camping sites in the area closest to the beach were closed and will remain closed for the foreseeable future because of the salt water intrusion into the electrical and plumbing systems. The park’s remaining 110 campsites were reopened with improved electrical and water service, and four comfort stations were revamped.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt seemed that the park was on its way to recovery.\r\n\r\nThen Tropical Storm Irma hit on Sept. 11 and it was back to square one.\r\n\r\nThe park again suffered damages to its electrical and plumbing systems, causing it to close down.\r\n\r\nBut officials are hopeful that the campground will reopen after the new year and a beach renourishment plan is in the works.\r\n\r\nUp to 1.2 million cubic yards of sand will be pumped along 11,700 linear feet of Hunting Island’s shoreline. Additionally, four new groins will be added.\r\n\r\nAs one of the most vulnerable locations on the island, the north end of the island between the lighthouse and the campground would receive the majority of the new sand.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe proposed restoration work would likely begin in early 2018, be completed by the start of the 2018 season, and cost about $10 million, the most expensive Hunting Island beach restoration project to date.\r\n\r\nThe island’s eight previous beach restoration projects totaled $13.1 million, according to the 2016 permit request. The island’s beaches typically undergo normal renourishment every eight to 10 years, and the last project was completed in 2006.\r\n\r\nThe renourishment project would minimize impacts to wilderness sections of the beach and would provide new beach habitat for shorebirds and sea turtles.\r\n\r\nAs one of the state’s most popular parks with more than 1 million visitors during a fiscal year, the restoration project could also result in a boost to Beaufort County’s economy as more visitors flock back to the popular beach and campsite.\r\n\r\n“One thing I can say is that we’re never bored and lonely,” said Stevens.\r\n\r\nFor more information on Hunting Island, visit www.southcarolinaparks.com.&nbsp;', 'Hunting Island beach is opening', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'hunting-island-beach-is-opening', '', '', '2017-10-05 10:03:33', '2017-10-05 14:03:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33557', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33558, 4, '2017-10-05 10:05:45', '2017-10-05 14:05:45', '<em>Photo above: A pair of tired volunteers stand knee deep in a sea of pumpkins at Carteret Street Methodist Church. The church received 2,500 pumpkins totaling 44,000 pounds, the sales of which will benefit the church’s Youth Ministry. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33562\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2131\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RES1647.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33562\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33562\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RES1647.jpg\" alt=\"Gini Steele, of Knitt Happens, makes hand-knitted articles for everyday fashion from shawls to ornate necklaces of varying colors. She was displaying her wares at the Lowcountry Fall Festival.\" width=\"2131\" height=\"2130\"></a> Gini Steele, of Knitt Happens, makes hand-knitted articles for everyday fashion from shawls to ornate necklaces of varying colors. She was displaying her wares at the Lowcountry Fall Festival.[/caption]\r\n<h3>By Sally Mahan</h3>\r\nAs the weather starts to cool down (at least a little bit), fall festivals and pumpkin patches are springing up around Northern Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nAn army of volunteers unloaded 44,000 pounds of bright orange pumpkins on Oct. 1 at Carteret Street United Methodist Church to kick off the annual pumpkin sales for the church’s Youth Ministry, according to Lynn Stratton.\r\n\r\n“We have about 2,500 pumpkins ranging in size from small as a baseball all the way up 25-30 pounds,” Stratton said.\r\n\r\nShe added that because of construction of a new elevator at the church, the pumpkin patch’s space was reduced.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We’re using the next door parking lot at the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce for our spillover. We couldn’t have done this without the chamber’s help.”\r\n\r\nStratton said the hours of operation are from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays; and noon to 6 p.m. Sundays.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, the weather was as perfect as it could be for the third annual Lowcountry Fall Festival at Lowcountry Produce in Seabrook on Sept. 30.\r\n\r\n“We wanted to do something for fall in our area so we came up with this idea a few years ago” said Martha Garrette, owner of Lowcountry Produce. “We had everything from shecrab soup, jewelry, arts and crafts and fine art. The only stipulation is everything our vendors bring to sell has to be handmade.”\r\n\r\nThere are several other fall festivals planned around town. They include:\r\n\r\n• Saint Peter’s Catholic Church will present a Fall Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at the church at 70 Lady’s Island Drive.\r\n\r\nThere will be a silent auction, food, crafts and more.\r\n\r\n• The Beaufort County Department of Disabilities and Special Needs will present the ABLE Fall Bazaar from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at the DSN Center at 100 Clearwater Way in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThere will be games, music, arts and crafts, food and more.\r\n\r\nThe ABLE Foundation raises awareness and helps to support services for Beaufort County residents living with developmental disabilities.\r\n\r\nVendors can contact 843-255-6300 for information.\r\n\r\n• The Habersham Marketplace will present the 9th Annual Habersham Harvest Festival celebrating the bounty of the fall season from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22.\r\n\r\nThis favorite Lowcountry lively street festival features a vintage fair theme with family activities, celebrated local food purveyors and artisan crafts set against the backdrop of Southern architecture on Market Street.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be artisan vendors, the opportunity to sample and enjoy great local food, live music on the main stage, plus plenty of activities for kids of all ages including a 47-foot ferris wheel, vintage rides, contests,&nbsp; face painters, hayrides, the Beaufort County Library bookmobile, a petting zoo and more.\r\n\r\nThis event is made possible with the support of sponsor partners, including Beaufort Family Dentistry.\r\n\r\nAdmission is free with food, drink, art and crafts available for purchase; select activities may include nominal entry fees.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Harvest Festival is hosted in Habersham Marketplace and produced by Plum Productions. Habersham Marketplace is located at 13 Market St. in Habersham just off of Joe Frazier Road in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.habershammarketplace.com.\r\n\r\n• Get ready for some festival fun, beer, food and more beer in Port Royal&nbsp; as the Old Village Association is hosting its 4th Annual OktoPRfest \"Party Port Royal-style\" festival starting at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 28.\r\n\r\nParis Avenue will be packed with a little bit of everything for everyone all day long including a classic car show, tons of craft vendors, a music stage, dancers, food vendors and one huge OktoPRfest beer garden.\r\n\r\nThere will also be live music and a Kids Zone.\r\n\r\nVisit oldvillageportroyal.com.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_33565\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2457\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RES1708.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33565\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33565\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RES1708.jpg\" alt=\"Cub scouts from Pack #1 spread straw on the ground for aesthetic appeal at Carteret Street Methodist Church. 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(33571, 4, '2017-10-12 12:05:41', '2017-10-12 16:05:41', '<b>Film society offering&nbsp;</b><b>free screenings</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Film Society is presenting some of the best Short, Animation, and Student films from its collection of Beaufort International Film Festival Finalists Selections from 2007 to present.\r\n\r\nAll screenings will be held Wednesdays through Nov. 29 at the Plaza Theatre in Beaufort, with admission free to the general public. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nCheck-in time is 11:30 a.m. with the screenings beginning at noon and ending at 1 p.m.\r\n\r\nVisit beaufortfilmfestival.com for more information.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beethoven to be featured&nbsp;</b><b>at symphony performance</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Symphony Orchestra will present “Beloved Beethoven” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, and 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15, at Sea Island Presbyterian Church at 81 Lady’s Island Drive.\r\n\r\nPianist Reed Tetzloff will perform.\r\n\r\nTickets are $40; and $15 for students.\r\n\r\nTickets can be purchased at www.beaufortorchestra.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Mather center to hold&nbsp;</b><b>dedication ceremony</b>\r\n\r\nThe Mather Interpretive Center Dedication has been rescheduled due to Tropical Storm Irma.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 13, at the Beaufort Arts Council/Mather Museum at the Technical College of the Lowcountry at 921 Ribaut Road in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe center showcases the Mather School’s 100-year history.\r\n\r\nRSVP to smyes@tlc.edu or by calling 843-525-8214.\r\n\r\n<b>Jaycees hosting </b><b>food truck fest</b>\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Jaycees are hosting the Inaugural Beaufort Food Truck Festival to benefit Jaycee Camp Hope.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event will take place rain or shine from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, in downtown Beaufort next to the Santa Elena History Center.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis event will feature live music, foods from a variety of local food trucks, craft/artisan and local distributors, a silent auction as well as games for the entire family.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Food Truck Festival is open to the public with free admission. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.beaufortfoodtruckfestival.com.\r\n\r\n<b>TCL to host&nbsp;</b><b>oysters &amp; 5K&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry will host its annual Oysters and 5K by the Bay on Saturday, Oct. 14, at the TCL Beaufort Campus at 921 Ribaut Road.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOysters by the Bay kicks off at 6 p.m. and includes all-you-can-eat oysters and barbecue, live music, children’s activities and raffles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeer and wine will be available for purchase. Admission is free for children 10 and under.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe 5K, hosted by the TCL Veterans Resource Center, starts at 5 p.m.; check-in begins at 4 p.m. The race features chip timing and includes a T-shirt.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMedals will be awarded to the fastest men and women in several categories, including a special military division. Runners, walkers and strollers are all welcome. 5K proceeds will go to the TCL Student Veterans Association.\r\n\r\nVisit www.tcl.edu/bythebay for more information, tickets and 5K registration.\r\n\r\n<b>Boots &amp; Bling&nbsp;</b><b>set for Oct. 14</b>\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA of Beaufort County will hold its 8th Annual Boots &amp; Bling Fundraiser &amp; Silent Auction, presented by CBC National Bank, from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Tabby Place in downtown Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis year’s “rustic chic” soiree includes a silent auction, live auction, cocktail hour, food provided by local eateries and music by Veterans’ Pride Entertainment Service curated to inspire a full dance floor.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEvent tickets can be purchased at the Y in Port Royal (1801 Richmond Ave.) or at the door the night of the event: $50 each or $90 per couple.\r\n\r\nTickets include a cocktail hour, barbecue dinner buffet, beer/wine and entertainment. There will be a cash bar for mixed drinks.\r\n\r\n<b>Women’s group </b><b>to hold luncheon</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Christian Women’s Connection will hold a luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Fellowship Hall at Sea Island Presbyterian Church, 81 Lady’s Island Drive, Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\nThe luncheon will focus on fall fashions and home accessories for the holiday season. The guest speaker will be Linda Abrams, who will discuss the medical battle of her life and her story of determination and hope.\r\n\r\nThe cost is $15.\r\n\r\nRSVP to Marti Myers at 843-321-0962 or puddlesportia@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Friends of Fort Fremont&nbsp;</b><b>fundraiser rescheduled</b>\r\n\r\nBecause of Tropical Storm Irma, the Friends of Fort Fremont Fall Fundraiser had to be postponed. Cool Jazz at the Celadon Club has now been rescheduled for 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20.\r\n\r\nThere will be wine, beer, appetizers and music by Beaufort DJ Steve Curless. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Celadon Club is donating two family (six-month) memberships and two spa packages for auction. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets are still available for $30 per person and can be purchased at www.fortfremont.org until Monday, Oct. 16. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Celadon Club is at 61 Celadon Drive on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\n<b>Habersham to hold&nbsp;</b><b>Harvest Festival</b>\r\n\r\nThe Habersham Marketplace will present the 9th Annual Habersham Harvest Festival celebrating the bounty of the fall season on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22.\r\n\r\nThere will be artisan vendors, food, live music on the main stage, plus plenty of activities for kids of all ages including a 47-foot ferris wheel, vintage rides, contests, face painters, hayrides, the Beaufort County Library bookmobile, a petting zoo and more.\r\n\r\nAdmission is free with food, drink and arts and crafts available for purchase; select activities may include nominal entry fees.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>COSY holding&nbsp;</b><b>fall fundraiser</b>\r\n\r\nThe Collaborative Organization of Services for Youth (COSY) Trust is hosting a fundraising event this fall.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Roaring ‘20s Evening to Benefit the COSY Trust will be held at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Best Western Sea Island Inn on Bay Street in downtown Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be a variety of food stations, including those from Saltus, Lowcountry Produce, Joe Loves Lobster Rolls, Outback and, The Cookie King Robert Merten, who also serves as the president of the COSY Trust.\r\n\r\nBeer and wine will be served, in addition to the Signature COSY Cocktail. There will be music, best costume contests, a live auction, door prizes and more.\r\n\r\nTickets are $60 per person or $100 per couple. Checks should be made out to CCF COSY Trust and mailed to P.O. Drawer 1228, Beaufort, SC 29901-1228. Tickets will be mailed out when checks are received.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>‘Becoming Dr. Ruth’&nbsp;</b><b>coming to DSN</b>\r\n\r\nThe story of Karola Siegel, a young immigrant who became celebrity sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, will be presented to Beaufort audiences at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, at Beaufort County DSN at 100 Clearwater Way.\r\n\r\n“Becoming Dr. Ruth,” a play by Mark St. Germain, stars Rabbi TZiPi Radonsky as Dr. Ruth.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe play is being directed by Suzanne Larson, well-known to Beaufort audiences as an actor, playwright and award-winning documentary producer.\r\n\r\nSeating is limited and on a first come, first served basis.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, email sheralaloba@gmail.com.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>BA to hold its&nbsp;</b><b>annual Fall Festival</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy will hold a Fall Festival from 3-5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27, at the school.\r\n\r\nThis family-friendly annual event is free and open to Beaufort Academy students, family, friends and alumni.\r\n\r\nThere will be games, a haunted house, bounce houses for both the preschool and older kids, a football toss, lots of prizes, snacks, pizza, face painting, music, a bake sale and more.\r\n\r\n<b>Archaeological society&nbsp;</b><b>to hold series of events</b>&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Archaeological Society of SC and the Beaufort District Collection of Beaufort County Library are partnering to celebrate International Archaeology Month during of October. Several events will be held in the Beaufort area.\r\n\r\nFrom 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, the 5th Annual What the Heck is it Artifact Identification Program will be held at the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. to help with your unidentified artifacts.\r\n\r\nDrs. Jon Leader and Eric Poplin will be on hand to help demystify that odd family treasure. Registration is not necessary, but attendees are asked to limit the number of items they bring. The program and identification sessions are free.\r\n\r\nAt 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, the Combahee Ferry Historic District exhibition will return to the Beaufort District Collection space and will be shown through February 2018.\r\n\r\nPoplin will discuss the archaeology of this significant site in a special lecture in the Beaufort Branch Library Meeting Room at the library. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, email Grace Cordial, Beaufort District Collection manager, at gracec@bcgov.net or call 843-255-6468.\r\n\r\n<b>Church’s Fall Bazaar&nbsp;</b><b>to be held Nov. 4</b>\r\n\r\nThe Parish Church of St. Helena will hold a Fall Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at the Parish Hall, 507 Newcastle St., downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThere will be arts and crafts and much more.\r\n\r\nCall 843-522-1712 or visit StHelenas1712.org/Events.\r\n\r\n<b>Bourbon, Bubbles &amp;&nbsp;</b><b>Brew is back for fifth year</b>\r\n\r\nThe 5th annual Bourbon, Bubbles &amp; Brew will take place Sunday, Nov. 12, at Breakwater Restaurant at 203 Carteret. St.\r\n\r\nThe event will benefit the Beaufort Film Society and the 12th annual Beaufort International Film Festival.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHosted by Gary and Donna Lang and Beth Shaw, there will be culinary delights prepared by the Breakwater Restaurant. Musical entertainment will be provided by the local Cluster Shucks band. Tickets are limited. Visit www.beaufortfilmfestival.com or call 843-522-3196.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Dueling Pianos event&nbsp;</b><b>rescheduled for Nov. 17</b>\r\n\r\nDueling Pianos, Alzheimer’s Family Services of Greater Beaufort‘s 10th Annual Dinner Theatre, has been rescheduled and will now be held Friday, Nov. 17, at The Shed in Port Royal.\r\n\r\nThe evening will offer music, dinner stations provided by local chefs, a full open bar sponsored by Gilbert Law Firm, both a silent and live auction and a retro photo booth to record your memories of the night. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nDoors open at 6 p.m. for cocktails and the silent auction. Tickets are $65 in advance and $75 at the door.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information or to order tickets, visit www.afsgb.org or call 843-521-9190.\r\n\r\n<b>Artists showcase&nbsp;</b><b>work at BAA</b>\r\n\r\n“Dueling Studios:&nbsp; Two Friends Feature Their Favorites – Flora &amp; Fauna” is the name of the current Beaufort Art Association (BAA) show, featuring the work of local artists Marilee Sartori and Dusty Conner. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe show runs through Sunday, Oct. 29.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlso on exhibit will be the artwork of other local artists who are members of the gallery.', 'What To Do the week of October 12th-18th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-october-12th-18th', '', '', '2017-10-12 12:05:41', '2017-10-12 16:05:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33571', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(33573, 4, '2017-10-12 12:07:49', '2017-10-12 16:07:49', '[caption id=\"attachment_33574\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"360\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/e.-naples-debris-recovery.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-33574\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-33574\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/e.-naples-debris-recovery.jpg\" alt=\"The guys with the big black trucks and trailers and claw arms are independent contractors who are known by the insiders as “storm chasers.” Because of the destruction wrought by Hurricane Harvey there are fewer of them to go around to gather up the debris left behind by Irma and Nate. Accordingly, the clean-ups for those hurricanes will be slower than usual. Photo provided.\" width=\"360\" height=\"640\"></a> The guys with the big black trucks and trailers and claw arms are independent contractors who are known by the insiders as “storm chasers.” Because of the destruction wrought by Hurricane Harvey there are fewer of them to go around to gather up the debris left behind by Irma and Nate. Accordingly, the clean-ups for those hurricanes will be slower than usual. Photo provided.[/caption]\r\n<h3>By Bill Rauch</h3>\r\nThe freedom to go where you please when it pleases you to go there is one of the many benefits of post-mayoral life.\r\n\r\nThose who know me well will not be surprised by this story.\r\n\r\nLast week when the opportunity arose I packed up and headed down to Collier County, Fla., the place on the Florida mainland that was hardest hit by Hurricane Irma.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAt 2,305 square miles, Collier County is by acreage the largest county in the lower 48. It runs from Everglades National Park in its southeast corner to the town of Bonita Springs in the north along the Gulf coast. The towns of Everglades City, Marco Island, Naples and Ft. Myers are all here.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen Hurricane Irma came ashore in Collier County a month ago she was a Cat 4, just like Hurricane Hugo in Charleston in 1989. The Naples Airport recorded sustained winds of 142 mph last month. The recorded sustained winds attributed to Hugo were 140 mph.\r\n\r\nCollier County faces many challenges, not the least of which is working well and closely with a stretched-thin FEMA.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn this year of astonishing back-to-back natural disasters, the story is still the same. It is the big cities, Houston, San Juan and New Orleans that get the attention. But it’s in the smaller cities and towns and out in the countryside where the agonizing and sustained hurt is. Just ask Hilton Head Island if the vestiges of Matthew still haunt.\r\n\r\nBut that’s the way FEMA’s executives think and the network executives are right there with them. I guess you can’t blame them.&nbsp; The big cities are where the votes are … and the ratings.\r\n\r\nBut even if there hasn’t been much about it on cable news, Collier County is a major disaster area.\r\n\r\nI may be here a while, and this column may not appear as regularly as it has in the past.\r\n\r\nBut I promise to keep you posted.\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.</i>', 'There’s good reason to \'winter\' in Florida this year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'theres-good-reason-to-winter-in-florida-this-year', '', '', '2017-10-12 12:07:49', '2017-10-12 16:07:49', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=33573', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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