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(53952, 4, '2021-12-08 13:57:18', '2021-12-08 18:57:18', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>By Connie Brotzman&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What could be more delightful than spending an afternoon enjoying two of Beaufort\'s most talented young violinists in a lively “Homegrown Holiday” Concert, complete with traditional pops tunes and even a few sing-alongs to put everyone in the Holiday spirit.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Beaufort Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will perform the “Homegrown Holiday” at 4 p.m. Sunday at Sea Island Presbyterian Church.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The featured artists are members of both the BSO and the Beaufort Symphony Youth Orchestra, and their musical gifts were nurtured from very early ages by their parents and teachers.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“My parents played classical music for me even before I was born,” 15-year-old Eden Engle said. She began lessons at age 5, while 12-year-old Elyse Stromer, started at age 2, both girls studying under the well-known teacher, Ami Rabinowitz of Beaufort – a musician with BSO.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Once I started there was no going back – I absolutely loved it,” Stromer said.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Engle has been a member of BSO since 2019, and she is also concertmaster of BSYO and Principal Second Violin of the Armstrong Youth Orchestra in Savannah. She received a scholarship from BSO to attend the Philadelphia International Music Festival. The daughter of Warren and Lori Engle of Beaufort, she also attended music camp at Florida State University, and Chamber Music Week at Peabody Institute in Baltimore, Md.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“My parents suspected pretty early that I\'d enjoy playing an instrument – and they were right,” Engle said.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Stromer serves as violinist for the Sunday morning worship at her family\'s church, Church of the Cross, and has participated in a number of regional music competitions and camps. According to Stomer, her parents, Jared and Nichole Stromer of Beaufort, are her biggest boosters.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“They have traveled just about everywhere in South Carolina, taking me to regional and all-state orchestra events, talent shows and music camps.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Youth Orchestra founded 16 years ago&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Beaufort Youth orchestra was founded 16 years ago under Maestro Devyatkin\'s guidance, with the mission of helping young musicians develop a passion for and love of music, to understand that hard work is critical to success, and how to contribute to their community by sharing their time and talent. We have had our youth orchestra long enough to reach “critical mass,” according to Devyatkin, and now have several BSO musicians who have come up through the system.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“We are succeeding with our mission to contribute to our community as well as enhancing the lives of our young and adult musicians,” he observed.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Mr. Devyatkin is a phenomenal teacher with loads of great practical information and musical anecdotes that paint a vivid image of a musical career,” said Engle, who plans to pursue a career in music performance.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Mr. Devyatkin has helped me grow in so many ways,” said Stromer. “I will always be grateful for all that he and Ms. Ami have done for me.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Concerto in A for Two Violins by Antonio Vivaldi&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Vivaldi\'s “Concerto in A for Two Violins” will feature the two young violinists in the concert\'s opening presentation. Vivaldi was the orchestra director at a girls boarding school and composed many of his concerti for his student musicians to perform.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“As you will see with this Concerto, the technical and musical prowess of our two violinists will be very impressive,” Devyatkin said.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Following their performance the orchestra will play a variety of classical seasonal music and, after intermission, a medley of Holiday Pops will liven up the afternoon, including Polar Express, A Canadian Brass Christmas, Hava Nagila, Christmas Eve/ Sarajevo, Winter Wonderland and Sleigh Ride.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Individual tickets are $40 for adults and $15 for students. For tickets, go to the BSO website at www.beaufortorchestra.org or call 800- 595-4TIX (4849). <br><br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>WANT TO GO?&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>What: </strong>Beaufort Symphony Orchestra\'s “Homegrown Holiday” Concert&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>When: </strong>4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 12&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Where: </strong>Sea Island Presbyterian Church, 81 Lady\'s Island Drive&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tickets: </strong>Individual tickets are $40 for adults, $15 for students at <a href=\"http://WANT TO GO? 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(53954, 4, '2021-12-08 13:59:27', '2021-12-08 18:59:27', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A musical celebration of the holidays, Seasons of Joy will take the stage of USC Beaufort’s Center for the Arts, at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Presented by the Center for the Arts and Beaufort Theatre Company, the musical will highlight a variety of cultural, religious, and regional celebrations from around the world. “Seasons of Joy” has been thoughtfully produced to provide our family and friends the opportunity to experience and celebrate each other’s faiths and traditions.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Come enjoy traditional favorites such as “Home for the Holidays” and “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” as well as “The Kwanzaa Song – The Seven Principles,” “The Prayer,” “What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?” and “Light One Candle.” A special reading of the “Gift of the Magi” will be presented, reminding us all of the power of love.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Speaking of “love,” rumor has it there may be a special appearance by the Grinch, (whose small heart grew three sizes that day) for the young and young at heart.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Season’s of Joy cast includes Chris and Christie Barr, Madeline Helser-Howard, Chris Crabb, Ivan Estrada, Scott Gibbs, Paul Newman, Elaine Lake, Lauren and Marin Tillapaugh, Rhonda Carey, Noah Krepps, Caroline Fonseca, Julie Seibold and Valencia King.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Tickets are $35 for adults, $30 for seniors and $15 for students. Tickets and details are available online at www. uscbcenterforthearts.com, at the door prior to the show, or by calling 843-521-4145. <br><br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>WANT TO GO?&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>What: </strong>Seasons of Joy … a cultural musical celebration&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>When: </strong>2 and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Where: </strong>USC Beaufort Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret Street&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tickets: </strong>$35/Adults, $30/ Seniors, and $15/Students at USCBCenterForTheArts.com.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>If You Go: </strong>Masks are required inside University buildings&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Celebrate Seasons of Joy Saturday at USCB', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'celebrate-seasons-of-joy-saturday-at-uscb', '', '', '2021-12-08 13:59:28', '2021-12-08 18:59:28', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53954', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(53956, 4, '2021-12-08 14:01:16', '2021-12-08 19:01:16', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The Historic Port Royal Museum</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or upon request, Thursdays through Sundays, The Historic Port Royal Museum, 1634 Paris Ave. The museum features the turn-of-the-century businesses and industries of Port Royal: Shrimping, crabbing, oystering, the railroad, the school and the mercantile. Great gifts featuring local artists are available. For more information. visit www.portroyalhistory.org, email unionchurch1004@gmail.com or call 843-524-4333.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tour Historic Fort Fremont</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Fort Fremont History Center, Fort Fremont Preserve, 1124 Land’s End Road, St. Helena Island. Docent-led tours are at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. every Saturday. Travel back in time to the 1800s and the Spanish American War. Visitors to Fort Fremont can learn about the fort’s history by reading interpretive panels, taking a self-guided tour with a smart phone, visiting the history center exhibit hall, or attending a docent-led tour of the property. The Preserve is open to the public Monday through Sunday from dawn to dusk. For more information, visit www.fortfremont.org or contact Passive Parks manager Stephanie Nagid at snagid@bcgov.net.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Port Royal Farmers Market</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, year round, 1615 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Rain or shine. For more information, visit http://www.portroyalfarmersmarket.com/, visit @portroyalfarmersmarket on Facebook or call 843-295-0058.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>“Pull Yourself Up” Group Exercise Class for women</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9:30 a.m., select Saturdays, Wardle Family YMCA, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal. This multi-generational women’s group training is a 5-week program taught by Kelly Blackston. It is designed for females who wish to be stronger especially using back muscle shoulders and arms plus build camaraderie and make new friends. Free for ages 13-19; $10 per class for YMCA members; $20 per class for adult non-member. Questions should be directed to Denice Davis, YMCA Healthy Living Program Director at 843-521-1904 or beaufort-jasperymca.org.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort Art Association’s All Member Show</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, through 2022, Beaufort Art Association Gallery, 913 Nay Street, Beaufort. Each year, the Gallery invites all the BAA general members to submit two pieces of their art, to be exhibited. This year the public will be able to see the work of a dozen or more members who support BAA but chose only to exhibit through our satellite galleries and our Spring Show.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>303 Associates Business After Hours at Beaufort Town Center</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>5 to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 9, 2015 Boundary Street (Green lawn near the marsh behind Moe’s and Jimmy John’s). Light bites provided b Jimmy John’s, Moes, Red Rooster, KC Mike’s Smokin’. Drinks provided by Starbucks. Music and photo booth by Gavigan Entertainment. Fantastic door prizes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Santa Visits Beaufort Town Center</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6:30 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 9, Center Stage at Beaufort Town Center, 2127 Boundary Street. Free and open to the public. Please bring cameras. Hot chocolate provided by Urban Brew, coffee provided by Starbucks.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Moore 2 Life December Pop-Up Events</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>10 a.m., Friday, Dec. 10, Nature walk on Hunting Island followed by lunch in Frogmore and Christmas Shopping; 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, Altamaha Trail; Noon, Sunday, Dec. 12, Jarvis Creek Park and Audubon Newhall Preserve; 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 19, Victoria Bluff. All events $10. Email Jill Moore at Moore2LifeSC@gmail.com to RSVP.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Hardeeville Santa’s Toy Box drive</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Through December 10. The City of Hardeeville Parks, Recreation &amp; Tourism Department is hosting its annual toy drive for Hardeeville youth. You can drop a new unwrapped toy for ages 4-12 at the designated drop off locations at City Hall, 205 Main Street, or at the Rec Center, 285 John Smith Road. For more information, call 843-227-4089.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Music from the Manger</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 10; 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11; and noon, Sunday, Dec. 12, the end of Parris Avenue, Port Royal Village. A music-filled festival featuring a unique Christmas Village and a performance by the talented local recording artist Liz Jane. Concert proceeds will benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) of Beaufort. There will be food and drink available. For additional information, visit MusicfromtheManger.com to view the schedule of events, purchase tickets, as well as to inquire about sponsorship and vendor opportunities. Tickets go on sale Nov. 1.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>CPR training</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>8 a.m to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, at the Wardle Family YMCA, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal, offers CPR. Cost is $35 for YMCA certified course. Those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Questions? Contact Frank Hamilton at 843-525-0233 or ghh60fwh@comcast.net. To register visit the Y front desk or online at beaufort-jasperymca.org and click ‘Register for a Program’ at the top of the page.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Lowcountry Made Christmas Artisan Market</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, Martin Family Park, Old Town Bluffton. Jingle and mingle with more than 30 Lowcountry artisans and small businesses at this festive market — plus enjoy music by DJ One Love.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Parris Island Marine Corps Band holiday concert</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Free admission. Don’t forget your chairs and blanket.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Lowcountry Made Christmas Artisan Market</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 12, Burnt Church Distillery, 120 Bluffton Road. Enjoy cocktails and Christmas shopping. Grab a cocktail, enjoy live music and do your holiday shopping in style with more than 15 local artisans in the courtyard of the distillery.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The Beaufort Railroaders\' 28th Annual Christmas Trains</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 14 through Saturday, Dec. 18, Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott Street. Free and open to the public.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Miracle of the Small</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 14 at Community Bible Church, 638 Parris Island Gateway. Holy Trinity Classical Christian School is inviting the Beaufort community to its 9th annual Christmas program. This Christmas musical celebration includes several selections from Ireland or the British Isles, traditional carol singing, and Scriptural reading featuring Holy Trinity students in grades K-12. The program is inspired by the life of Saint Brigid, one of the patron saints of Ireland. Admission is free. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact the school office at 843-522-0660.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Bridges Prep K-5-th Grade Winterfest Family Night</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>5:30 to 7:30p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 15, Bridges Preparatory School. The Elementary School Literacy Department, with the help of PTO, is excited to invite you to Winterfest Family Night. Come enjoy all the wonderful fun, including crafts, games, Santa, and train rides. Time to Eat food truck will have food available for purchase. Canned food and socks will be collected for Help of Beaufort. Please register by completing this form at https://bit.ly/3DAJai6.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort Christian Women’s </strong>Connection <strong>quarterly luncheon</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 16, The Baptist Church of Beaufort. Lunch by Holmes Catering is $18. There will be singing of Christmas carols before hearing our speaker from Stonecroft. We will collect unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots and non-perishable food items for the Franciscan Center Pantry. Call Marti Myers at 843-321-0962 or email her at puddlesportia@gmail.com by Dec. 8.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Chill With A Cop</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 17, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Kickoff your Christmas break and come watch the family movie “Goonies.” Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. A raffle will be held for kids ages 5 to 17 before the start of the movie (must be present to win). Hot chocolate, sponsored by Kilwins, hot apple cider, and popcorn will be served free at the event. Vendors will be on site with food for sale.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Adaptive Golf Experience Clinic</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 18, The Legends at Parris Island. Registration begns at 8 a.m. Free and open to civilians, veterans and active military. Led by golf professionals and physical therapists. Clinics target veterans and civilians with physical disabilities or challenges. As a participant, you’ll receive complimentary instruction on both the full golf swing and putting, taught by experienced professional golf instructors, fellow adaptive athletes who are already golfers and volunteers. No prior experience with golf is necessary – just a desire to learn or to help others. Our goal is to help those with disabilities learn new abilities through adaptive golf.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Healing with Words</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1-3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18, NeverMore Books, 910 Port Republic, Beaufort. Meet Affirmations author Angelique Medow for a complimentary, personal, word medicine reading and/or book signing. Hailing from the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, Medow began writing her books in Beaufort, and kicks off her national tour by paying tribute to the Lowcountry and all who\'ve offered care and support.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>YMCA Puppy Plunge</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9 to 11 a.m., Saturdays, Dec. 18, Jan. 29, Feb. 26, and March 26. Wardle Family YMCA, Outdoor pool, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal. Well-behaved canines of all breeds and sizes are welcome. Cost is $10 per pup. All proceeds benefit the Y’s Learn to Swim program. Owners will be required to sign a waiver before entering the enclosed, exterior pool area (use the side entrance gate), must be present with their pups at all times, and humans are not permitted to swim in the Puppy Plunge. The YMCA asks that pets be up-to-date on all vaccinations. Event is weather dependent so check the YMCA social media or call the Y front desk at 843-522-9622 the morning of the Puppy Plunge to check any status update.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands guided tours</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9 a.m., Friday, Jan. 21. The Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands (501c3) offers free tours to the public. Tours will be conducted by Master Naturalist Jill Moore from Moore To Life. Tours begin at the amphitheater (Paris Avenue), and you will be guided through the rookery, viewing the many varieties of birds and wildlife and learning the benefits of this stormwater system &amp; working organic laboratory. Those interested in attending, reserve a spot by email at info@foprcw.org. For more information, visit www.foprcw.org, follow us on Facebook at FriendsofPRCypressWetlands, or on Instagram at friendsofprcypresswetlands.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Bridges Prep Inshore Slam Fishing Tournament</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>April 8, 9. Captains meeting, TBD. Weigh in at Butler Marine Dry Stack. Species include spottail bass, spotted sea trout and flounder. Cost is $150 per boat. All funds raised support Bridges Prep athletic programs. Cash prizes for combined weight. Great opportunity to fish and help support the school. Those interested in sponsoring the event, contact Coach Gruel (bgruel@bridgesprep.org) or Gaylets (sgaylets@bridgesprep.org). To register for the tournament, visit https://bit.ly/31JnBi9.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'WHAT’S HAPPENING', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'whats-happening-81', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:01:17', '2021-12-08 19:01:17', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53956', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(53958, 4, '2021-12-08 14:03:12', '2021-12-08 19:03:12', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The 1 percent Transportation Tax is ending according to the South Carolina Department of Revenue, therefore the Sales &amp; Use Tax rate in Beaufort County drops to 6 percent beginning Jan. 1, 2022.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Those paying an Accommodations Tax in Beaufort County will pay 7 percent.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beginning January 1, 2022, Beaufort County businesses should stop collecting the 1 percent Transportation Tax. The 1 percent Transportation Tax became effective May 1, 2019 after Beaufort County voters approved the tax in 2018. The stated goal was raising $120 million for improvements to Beaufort County roads and bridges.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The tax is funding $80 million for traffic improvements along the U.S. 278 Corridor to Hilton Head Island, $30 million for Lady’s Island improvements, and the remaining $10 million for sidewalks and pathway improvements.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information about the projects and their status, visit https://beaufortcountypenny.com/.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The tax was set to expire once the $120 million goal was met or after four years, whichever came sooner</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Transportation tax set to end in Beaufort County', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'transportation-tax-set-to-end-in-beaufort-county', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:03:12', '2021-12-08 19:03:12', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53958', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(53960, 4, '2021-12-08 14:04:17', '2021-12-08 19:04:17', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Roland Gardner, CEO of the Beaufort-Jasper-Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, has been selected as one of two recipients of The Riley Institute at Furman’s OneSouthCarolina Legislative and Civic Leadership Program.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Gardner, along with S.C. Sen. Thomas Aiken (Oconee/Pickens) was selected by The Riley Institute as state leaders who help drive sustained social and economic progress to South Carolina.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They will be honored January 18, 2022 at the 16th annual Legislative and Civic Leadership Awards Dinner in Columbia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Gardner has dedicated his life to improving the lives of residents of the Lowcountry and South Carolina through increased access to quality healthcare. Under his leadership, Beaufort-Jasper-Hampton Comprehensive Health Services grew from a start-up nonprofit into a multi-million-dollar corporation that spans three counties and serves more than 17,000 patients.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For information about the dinner, contact Eleanor Clifton at Smoak Public Relations at 864-235-8330.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Gardner selected for OneSouthCarolina award', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'gardner-selected-for-onesouthcarolina-award', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:04:18', '2021-12-08 19:04:18', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53960', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(53979, 4, '2021-12-08 14:20:48', '2021-12-08 19:20:48', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort City Council appointed two new members to the Design Review Board at their meeting on Nov. 30. The terms of Erik Petersen and William Suter begin immediately and extend through June 2023.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Petersen, a Beaufort resident, is an architectural associate with the Beaufort firm, Moser Design Group. He has a Master’s of Architecture from Andrews University, where he also earned his B.S.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Suter, also a Beaufort resident, is retired and has 29 years in project management experience with design/build firms. He earned an MBA from West Coast University and taught construction management at Western Illinois University.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Design Review Board, which is comprised of five members, reviews applications for development within Beaufort’s development design districts to ensure compliance with the standards and guidelines of the Beaufort code.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', '2 new members appointed to Design Review Board', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', '2-new-members-appointed-to-design-review-board', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:20:50', '2021-12-08 19:20:50', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53979', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(53981, 4, '2021-12-08 14:21:53', '2021-12-08 19:21:53', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is still investigating an act of animal cruelty last month at the Magnolia Park Apartments in Burton. The subjects responsible have not yet been identified.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On Nov. 23, Beufort County Animal Services responded to Magnolia Park Apartments at 314 Laurel Bay Road regarding a stray cat on property. Animal control officers then set a trap for the cat.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When the animal control officers returned to retrieve the trap Nov. 24, they found it was missing.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sheriff\'s Office deputies responded to the apartment complex and, along with animal control officers, found the trap submerged in a pond on the property; the stray cat was found dead inside the trap.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It was later confirmed the cause of the cat\'s death was drowning.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Hilton Head Human Association is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrests of those responsible.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Anyone who has information is encouraged to contact Sgt. Dario Sosa at 843-255-3435 or Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry at 843-554-1111, if wishing to remain anonymous.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'BCSO still investigating act of animal cruelty', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'bcso-still-investigating-act-of-animal-cruelty', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:21:54', '2021-12-08 19:21:54', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53981', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(53983, 4, '2021-12-08 14:35:02', '2021-12-08 19:35:02', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Christmas parade better without ‘icky politics’</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This year has been terrible. Last year was terrible. With vaccinations rolling out, it’s getting better.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We were able to take our young children to a crowded public event for the first time in a while. It felt nice. Then the parade was kicked off with some hateful divisive politics.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We left. We took the kids for ice cream. Maybe next year, we can celebrate Christmas without the icky politics and just let families enjoy their neighbors.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Amber Faust, Beaufort</em><br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>I agree with Ms. Rodgers</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Thank you for publishing a Letter to the Editor written by Ms. Edie Rodgers in the December 2 edition (of The Island News). Her comments and observations on a recent column by Mr. Jim Dickson and the letters published in response were outstanding.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ms. Rodgers expressed my thoughts on the subject far better than I could have done. I especially appreciate her pointing out how Social Security and Medicare are not well meaning government entitlement programs as often portrayed by those defending socialism. I am confident many more of your readers feel as I do.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I read all of the columns published on your Voices page and almost never agree with the liberal, socialist, or anti-\"anything not Democrat\" opinions. A few of your writers have insinuated or just stated as a fact that I am racist, a terrorist, heartless, and selfish all because I don\'t toe the Democrat line or watch and read the \"right\" news. I wonder why they feel this way but I respect their right to their opinion.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Island News is a great publication. I commend you for keeping your coverage and opinion columns so interesting.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Lawrence V. Francese, Beaufort</em><br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort loses another special citizen</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Our community has lost another of its special people. Learned, talented, kind, and giving are a few of the words that applied to Sonny Bishop. My children had the privilege of knowing him at Beaufort Academy, as well as his beloved Mary. I always turned to him when I had a piece of furniture that needed expert care, such as the dining room table left with the imprint of a reindeer after a bazaar project back in the 70s.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>My daughter was regularly quoting Sonny in the last few years, thanks to the Facebook posts he shared with his many fans, and he did have a group of regulars who trusted his every word of wisdom. His was a life well lived and we’re a better community for having him among us for so many years, thanks to his love of “A PLACE CALLED HOME.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Edie Rodgers, Beaufort</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br><strong>Thanks for VA articles</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I have to say again how much I enjoy and use your informative and interesting Island News articles on veterans’ benefits. As a veteran and the President of Carolina Lowcountry AFRA Chapter, I have found these articles so helpful in understanding VA benefits.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Thank you again for supporting our Marines, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and women, and Coastguardsmen and women and veterans.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Betty Collins</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'LETTERS TO THE EDITOR', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'letters-to-the-editor-45', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:35:03', '2021-12-08 19:35:03', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53983', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(53985, 4, '2021-12-08 14:37:19', '2021-12-08 19:37:19', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort’s Al Kohn, 72, enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1968 in Jacksonville, Fla. After Boot Camp at Parris Island and infantry training, he was assigned to a combat unit in Quang Tri Province, Vietnam. Just two months into the tour, his 36-man patrol was ambushed by the North Vietnamese Army. He and only one other survived. The two spent 58 days in the jungle evading the enemy until rescued. Within a week they were back in the jungle on patrol. He was later wounded and received a Purple Heart. After Vietnam he trained and served as Military Police at Lejeune (twice), Hawaii, Pendleton, Iwakuni (twice), and MCAS Beaufort, from which he retired in 1991 as a Gunnery Sergeant. Thereafter he worked for 20 years as a civil servant at Parris Island. He is proud that his four children have significant careers across the country.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":53872,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Al-Kohn-Young.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Al-Kohn-Young-890x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53872\"/></a></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Compiled by John Chubb, American Legion Post 9. For nominations, contact jechubb1@gmail.com.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'VETERAN OF THE WEEK: AL KOHN', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'veteran-of-the-week-al-kohn', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:37:20', '2021-12-08 19:37:20', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53985', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(53989, 4, '2021-12-08 14:45:38', '2021-12-08 19:45:38', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p> The annual Christmas Parade Sunday was right at an hour long, the longest parade in recent memory. And the weather was absolutely perfect. Maybe that’s why the crowd was huge. Just perfect. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":53901,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12052021-Christmas-Parade-2-4308.jpeg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12052021-Christmas-Parade-2-4308-789x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53901\"/></a><figcaption>Ray Cording, left, as “Gunny Claus”\nand Dave Robles as his driver elf ride\na vintage “mule,” circa 1970, during\nthe annual Christmas Parade.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":53910,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12052021-Christmas-Parade-3-4435.jpeg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12052021-Christmas-Parade-3-4435-799x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53910\"/></a><figcaption>Sydney Eugene, 3, gets a big hug\nfrom Frosty the Snowman during the\nannual Beaufort Christmas Parade on\nSunday. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":53868,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12052021-Christmas-Parade-4-4420.jpeg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12052021-Christmas-Parade-4-4420-1024x782.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53868\"/></a><figcaption>Even the Grinch seemed to be having a good time during the hour-long annual Beaufort Christmas Parade on Sunday. Photo by Bob Sofaly</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->', 'Christmas Parade shines in Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'christmas-parade-shines-in-beaufort', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:45:38', '2021-12-08 19:45:38', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53989', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(53992, 4, '2021-12-08 14:49:58', '2021-12-08 19:49:58', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>&nbsp;<strong>From staff reports&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Executive Committee has forwarded redistricting map option 3A to County Council in a unanimous vote. The map was created based on public comments and suggestions provided during the three public hearings, submitted online, or feedback to individual Council Members.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The feedback was tremendous and helped the County staff to focus on neighborhoods street by street and make sure we get this right,” said Dan Morgan, Beaufort County Director of Mapping and Applications. “We feel we were able to preserve the one person, one vote yet improve the grouping of communities of interests with the help of the public.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort County received the Census data from South Carolina on October 26 and then released the redistricting timeline on November 8. Since then, County staff has been working hard with the data, community leaders, and reviewing public comments to create the best and most equitable map for Beaufort County.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The County held three public hearings and has taken online comments from the redistricting webpage over the last 10 days.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The map will now move to the full County Council. Members of the community are welcome to attend the County Council meetings to provide further comments. To sign up for public comment, go to https://bit.ly/3Glb5nW.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Any further suggested changes to the map should be sent to Council Members. Council Members will be able to introduce amendments to tweak the map if they choose.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Council will have three readings of the Redistricting Map Ordinance:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>December 13 </strong>– 6 p.m., first reading at County Council meeting.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>January 10 </strong>– 6 p.m., second reading at County Council meeting.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>January 24 </strong>– 6 p.m., third and final reading at County Council meeting.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3y3nxpm. To review the meetings, go to https://bit.ly/3IulWxK.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Committee selects map, forwards it to full Council', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'committee-selects-map-forwards-it-to-full-council', '', '', '2021-12-08 14:49:59', '2021-12-08 19:49:59', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=53992', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(53996, 4, '2021-12-08 14:58:56', '2021-12-08 19:58:56', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort loves its parades </strong><br><br>BEAUFORT<em> </em>– Whether it’s Martin Luther King’s birthday or Water Festival or Veterans Day or Christmas, you’ve got to admit this community loves a parade. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The annual Beaufort community Christmas parade was back this year, compliments of the local Lions Club, and the crowd that lined the streets Sunday on a close-to-perfect December day was a testament to the popularity of parades.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>More than 70 units representing churches, rescue squads, and even the Pritchard Island sea turtle protectors were there, a reminder to the observers that it’s cool to live in a community this size.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There was a parade for the Beaufort High Eagles last week as the team headed to Columbia to compete in the state championship. 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(54070, 4, '2021-12-15 12:55:52', '2021-12-15 17:55:52', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>By Justin Jarrett</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>LowcoSports.com</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The fledgling boys basketball program at Bridges Prep hasn’t gotten off to a roaring start the past few years, averaging just four wins in the Buccaneers’ first three seasons. But you have to walk before you run, and the Bridges boys have taken several huge strides forward in the first three weeks of the 2021-22 season.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Bucs ran their winning streak to seven games — which included four wins in four days — with a 54-24 home rout of crosstown rival Holy Trinity on Monday for the Bucs’ seventh straight victory.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Desmond Locke continued his red-hot start with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals, and Damien Bee added 10 points, seven boards, eight assists, and five steals in another outstanding all-around performance to lead the Bucs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Matthew Torres knocked down a trio of 3-pointers for Bridges, while Jeremiah Ponder added seven points, and Davion Washington had six points and seven boards.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The win continued a red-hot streak for the Bucs that included four wins in four days last week, capped off by a 55-44 home win over Memorial Day on Thursday, just three days after edging the Matadors by two on the road.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Bucs’ only two losses have come against Beaufort Academy, which is off to a fantastic start of its own and swept a home-and-home series with Class 4A Bluffton. Those games were decided by eight and 16 points, so Bridges likes the way it stacks up in Region 6-1A.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54033,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_5334.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_5334-1024x814.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54033\"/></a><figcaption>Senior point guard Damien Bee has led Bridges Prep to its best start ever at 8-2.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The senior point guard Bee stole the show Thursday night, pouring in 22 points to go with 11 rebounds, 10 assists, and seven steals in a triple-double. Torres added eight points, and Sammy McGowan had five for the Bucs.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A night earlier, Bridges handled Savannah Classical, winning 61-45 behind a trio of double-digit scorers as Bee scored 13 points, dished out 11 assists, and grabbed five boards. His brother, sophomore guard Desmond Locke, pulled down a double-double with 12 points and 11 boards, while the sophomore Torres added 13 points and four assists, and Davion Washington contributed nine points and five boards.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On Tuesday, the Bucs notched perhaps their most impressive victory yet, pulling out a 55-54 overtime win at Hilton Head Christian Academy. Bee poured in 19 points to go with 10 assists and seven rebounds, Locke collected 11 points, 10 boards, and four assists, and Ponder hit 4 of 5 3-pointers for 14 points to lead the Buccaneers. Matthew Torres added five points and five boards for Bridges.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Bridges coach Darrius Brockington has a couple of stars in Bee and Locke, and with new role players stepping up every night, the Bucs are confident they can keep it rolling when they start region play next week against Bethune-Bowman.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“We’re trying,” Brockington said. “We’ve never gotten the recognition, so it feels good to finally make a little noise and be in the conversation.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Bucs snag 4 wins in 4 days, streak hits seven', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'bucs-snag-4-wins-in-4-days-streak-hits-seven', '', '', '2021-12-15 12:55:53', '2021-12-15 17:55:53', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54070', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(54072, 4, '2021-12-15 12:57:47', '2021-12-15 17:57:47', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>By Justin Jarrett&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>LowcoSports.com&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A total of 17 Lowco area wrestlers claimed medals with top-six finishes in their weight class, including 145-pound champion Santiago Rueda, who helped May River finish fourth among 22 teams at the Coastal Clash at Hilton Head Island High School over the weekend.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Sharks had seven placers and compiled 174.5 team points, just three behind Ashley Ridge for third place in the field of teams from throughout South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Brunswick (Ga.) took the team title with 225.5 points, while Carolina Forest (192) was second.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Battery Creek cracked the top 10 with five placers and 122 points, while host Hilton Head Island High (79) was 14th, Beaufort High (73) was 16th, and Bluffton (32) was 19th. The Seahawks and Eagles each had two placers, while the Bobcats had one.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>First-year program Thomas Heyward finished 22nd with 10 points but first-time wrestlers Zane Wilson and Jordan Mikell earned their first wins by pin.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Rueda’s 4-0 run through the 145-pound bracket did not include a single pin — he won a major decision and three decisions — but he was the only Lowco wrestler to successfully navigate the gauntlet. May River teammate Isaiah Wysong placed second after picking up an impressive quarterfinal win over Hilton Head’s Drew Vigh in what could be the first installment of a key rivalry this season, and Battery Creek’s Riley Doray (113) and Beaufort’s Colton Phares (182) also collected runner-up finishes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>May River’s Gabe Juarez (170) and EJ Seman (138) notched third-place finishes, as did Battery Creek’s Sam Degroat (120). Miguel Cavalheiro (152) finished fourth for the Sharks, along with Battery Creek’s Elmer Linares (126), Hilton Head’s Vigh (132), and Beaufort’s Peter Adam Burnevich (160). Hilton Head’s Darnell Brawner and Bluffton’s Israel Salmeron placed fifth, and May River’s Emilio Mendoza (120) and Chris Snowden (182) and Battery Creek’s John Coker (106) and Sebastian Sanchez (152) placed sixth.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Championship Finals&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>106: </strong>Richard Spring (Fort Dorchester) DEC Jonte Crumpton (Carolina Forest)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>113: </strong>Brody Bailey (Carolina Forest) F Riley Doray (Battery Creek)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>120: </strong>Ben Singletary (Ashley Ridge) MD Braedon Bailey (Carolina Forest)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>126: </strong>Ben Guilliam (Summerville) DEF Will Hendrix (Carolina Forest)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>132: </strong>Rocky Moretti (Ashley Ridge) DEC Isaiah Wysong (May River)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>138: </strong>Brayton Killiri (Summerville) MD Marcus Norman (Brunswick)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>145: </strong>Santiago Rueda (May River) DEC Ryu Brown (Summerville)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>152: </strong>Weston Eadie (Ashley Ridge) MD Blake Etheridge (Brunswick)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>160: </strong>Rayshan Springs (Fort Dorchester) DEC Bradon Jacoby (Carolina Forest)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>170: </strong>Joseph Rice (Columbia) F Nate Rodgers (Grovetown)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>182: </strong>Leon Charlton (Brunswick) TF Colton Phares (Beaufort)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>195: </strong>Anthony Maldonado (Grovetown) F Shawn Raggins (Columbia)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>220: </strong>Anthony Lowe (Brunswick) F Staffon Stanley (Brunswick)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>285: </strong>William Jones (Columbia) F River Creel (Brunswick)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Consolation Finals&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>106: </strong>Ernie Covert (Space Coast) DEC Landon Deaton (Summerville)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>113: </strong>Raider Morelli (Space Coast) F Clayton Hicks (Brunswick)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>120: </strong>Sam Degroat (Battery Creek) DEC Anthony Edwards (Space Coast)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>126: </strong>Ryan Gallagher (Waccamaw) F Elmer Linares (Battery Creek)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>132: </strong>Camri Cone (Brunswick) DEC Drew Vigh (Hilton Head)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>138: </strong>EJ Seman (May River) MD Konnor Rutz (The Villages)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>145: </strong>Connor Wilson (Ashley Ridge) MD Caeden Hadry (Space Coast)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>152: </strong>Keith Grace (Ashley Ridge) DEC Miguel Cavalheiro (May River)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>160: </strong>Kevin Coon (The Villages) DEC Peter adam Burvenich (Beaufort)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>170: </strong>Gabe Juarez (May River) F Mason Ayers (Summerville)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>182: </strong>Jaden Markus (The Villages) MD Damion Haines (Cross)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>195: </strong>Izaiah Jauma (The Villages) F Jaydon Sheely (Space Coast)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>220: </strong>Jayden Fuller (Aiken) F Ashton Hage (The Villages)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>285: </strong>Triston Williams (Aiken) F Marquis Moss (Grovetown)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Fifth-Place Round&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>106: </strong>Colin Beever (Waccamaw) F John Coker (Battery Creek)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>113: </strong>Nathan Gates (Fort Dorchester) MD Xavier Anderson (Summerville)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>120: </strong>Thomas Clay (Brunswick) MD Emilio Mendoza (May River)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- 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(54074, 4, '2021-12-15 13:00:17', '2021-12-15 18:00:17', '<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>Eagles cap strong week with BA Classic crown</strong></h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>LowcoSports.com&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort Academy’s boys basketball team has been enjoying a balanced diet. Sure, the Eagles have feasted on a few cupcakes, but they’ve had plenty of servings of meat and potatoes, too.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>BA picked up four wins in five games last week, including a 57-39 home win over Class 4A Bluffton to complete a home-and-home sweep and a romp through the third annual BA Classic, beating Charleston Collegiate 77-48 in the first round and hammering the Coastal Hurricanes homeschool program 71-29 in the finals.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>All-tournament team honorees Braydon Dineen and Sully Gay each scored 14 points and tournament MVP Amarion Wilson added 12 for the Eagles, who blitzed the Hurricanes 25-3 in the first quarter and led 42-14 at halftime.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>BA continued its stifling play at the defensive end, racking up 36 steals and scoring 49 points off turnovers. Dineen led the charge with 10 steals to complete a double-double and added four assists and four deflections to go with his 14 points. Gay also had a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds, and he was active on defense with five steals and three deflections.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Wilson had five boards and four steals to go with his 12 points on 6-of-10 shooting, while point guard Zeke Gonzalez collected 10 points, five boards, four assists, six steals, and four deflections in a typically workmanlike effort. Gavin Midyette also scored 10 points and grabbed six rebounds.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Wilson continued his breakout season with a career-high 22 points in the first round win over Charleston Collegiate. The freshman pheonom played in just three quarters, but he caught fire quickly at forward before running the point for several possessions and showing off his dynamic skill set by nailing a 3-pointer. Gay recorded 13 points, and Dineen tacked on nine for BA.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>BA suffered a tough 72-63 home loss to Hilton Head High, last year’s Class 4A runner-up, on Tuesday, but they bounced back a night later to beat Bluffton as Dineen and Gay each scored 11 points in strong all-around performances, and Wilson continued his strong start.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"align\":\"center\",\"id\":54039,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_5715.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_5715-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54039\"/></a><figcaption>Beaufort Academy’s Sully Gay\ndrives the baseline and sets up a\n3-point play in Wednesday’s\nhome win over Bluffton.</figcaption></figure></div>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Bobcats scored the game’s first four points, and the lead changed hands a couple of times before the teams were even at 10. BA rattled off 14 straight points spanning the end of the first and start of the second quarter, and the Eagles rolled from there, leading 30- 20 at halftime before extending the margin to 20 entering the fourth quarter.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Dineen got hot early, splashing a trio of 3-pointers in the first half, then turned his attention to the defensive end, finishing with 11 points, seven rebounds, two steals, and six deflections. Gay added 11 points and four boards, including an impressive and-1 finish at the rim to help BA pull away in the third quarter, and Wilson contributed nine points and three boards inside while also coming up with two steals and four deflections.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>BA’s reserves held the line in the fourth quarter, and eighth-grader Devin Fripp showed why the Eagles are excited about his future in 10 productive minutes off the bench.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>BA (11-3) plays in the Colleton County Pre-Christmas Tournament on Tuesday and Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Eagles hand Mighty Lions first loss, claim tourney title&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort Academy girls basketball breezed to the BA Classic title at home Saturday, handing crosstown foe Holy Trinity its first loss with a 44-27 triumph in the championship game.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Mike’Ala Washington scored 15 points in the finale after putting up 29 in the first round to earn tournament MVP honors, while Mary Hanna Hiers scored 10 points to join Washington on the all-tournament team alongside teammate Ari Gonzalez.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Washington exploded for 29 points Friday, powering Beaufort Academy’s girls past Charleston Collegiate 56-35 to advance to the championship game.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With Kamirah Freeman out of the lineup and Tahleea Heyward in for limited minutes, Washington took charge to lead the Eagles, draining four 3-pointers to highlight her 29-point effort. Mary Hanna Hiers scored 12 points, and Brycen Ambrose added seven for BA&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'BA sweeps Bluffton, wins 4 games', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'ba-sweeps-bluffton-wins-4-games', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:00:19', '2021-12-15 18:00:19', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54074', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54076, 4, '2021-12-15 13:01:57', '2021-12-15 18:01:57', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Several veterans have asked me recently about the special extra earnings that may be granted to military men and women for periods of active-duty or active-duty for training. These extra earnings credits may help you qualify for Social Security retirement benefits or increase the amount of your Social Security benefit.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Social Security Administration (SSA) calls this valuable benefit “Special Extra Earnings for Military Service.” You can read about this benefit at https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/military.html and https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-1007.pdf.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the above two SSA website addresses and fact sheets, Special Extra Earnings for Military Service, from 1957 through 2001, if you had military service earnings for active-duty, including active-duty for training, you may have extra Social Security wage credits added to your earnings record. Special extra earnings are not granted for inactive duty training.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here are how the special extra earnings are credited on your Social Security record:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From 1957 through 1977, veterans are credited with $300 in additional earnings for each calendar quarter in which you received active-duty basic pay.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From 1978 through 2001, for every $300 in active-duty basic pay, veterans are credited with an additional $100 in earnings up to a maximum of $1,200 a year.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From 1940 through 1956, military members (veterans) did not pay Social Security taxes, but the SSA gave the veteran special credit for some of their service</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Unfortunately, in January 2002, Public Law 107-117, the Defense Appropriations Act, stopped the special earnings that have been credited to military service members.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you enlisted after Sept. 7, 1980, and didn\'t complete at least 24 months of active-duty or your full-tour, you may not be able to receive the additional earnings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In all cases, the SSA adds the additional credit for military service to the earnings that the SSA averages over your working lifetime, not directly to your monthly benefit payment amount.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When you apply for Social Security benefits, the SSA automatically verifies your military service. If your military service increases your benefit and the Social Security Administration (SSA) cannot get proof of your military service, they will ask for your DD-214 or other proof of service before they process your application.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In all cases, SSA adds military wage credits to your earnings, not directly to your monthly benefit payment.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This Special Extra Earnings for Military Service benefit is not just for military retirees, but it is for anyone who has served on active duty during the qualifying dates. Qualified veterans can get both Social Security benefits and military retirement benefits.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Generally, there is no reduction of SS benefits because of a veteran’s military retirement benefits. Veterans, like non-veterans, will get their Social Security retirement benefit based on their average earnings and the age they are qualified and choose to start receiving benefits.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You can read about all Social Security Benefits including retirement, disability, family (spouse and children and divorced spouse), working after retiring, remaining on active duty, and more at www.ssa.gov.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The most convenient way to do business with the SSA from anywhere, on any electronic device, is to visit www.ssa.gov. Veterans and non-veterans can apply for benefits, get helpful information, find publications, and get answers to frequently asked questions online.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When you open a personal My Social Security Account, you can review your Social Security Statement, verify your earnings, and get estimates of future benefits. You can also print a benefit notification letter, change your direct deposit information, request a replacement Medicare card, get a replacement SSA-1099/1042S, and request replacement Social Security Card (if you have no changes and your state participates).</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If a veteran or non-veteran does not have access to the internet, the SSA offers many automated services by telephone, 24/7. Call SSA at 1-800-772-1213 or, if you are deaf or hard of hearing, call SSA at their TTY number, 1-800-325-0778.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The South Carolina SSA handles several federal programs including retirement, SSI, Medicare, and disability benefits. You can find each of the S.C. Social Security Office addresses, phone numbers, and helpful information at https://ssofficelocation.com/offices/south-carolina/. Here are the addresses of some of the Social Security Offices in the footprint of The Island News and the Lowcountry of S.C:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort, S.C., Social Security Office, 646 Robert Smalls Pkwy, Beaufort, S.C. 29906, Phone: 1-866-254-3316 and TTY: 1-843-524-3943.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Savannah Social Security Office, 430 Mall Blvd., Savannah, Ga. 31406, Phone: 1-866-366-4923 and TTY: 1-912-353-9797.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Walterboro Social Security Office, 502 Robertson Blvd., Walterboro, S.C. 29488, Phone: 1-866-708-2810 and TTY: 1-800-325-0778.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Charleston Social Security Office, 1463 Tobias Gadson Blvd., Charleston, S.C. 29407, Phone: 1-866-495-0111 and TTY: 1-843-573-3615.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Due to COVID-19, local Social Security field offices are closed to the public. In most cases, you can call the office to schedule an appointment to complete a transaction that can only be done in person. Otherwise, you will need to take care of your situation over the phone with the SSA central office or a local SSA office or online through the Social Security website. Be ready to be put on hold when you call an SS Office locally or the national headquarters. Increased hold times are caused by the COVID crisis and the fact that only customers with a true emergency will be seen face-to-face (social distanced and wearing a mask).</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So, what are the lessons learned in this article?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you are in the military, you should verify with you finance office that your Social Security wage credits are being added to your SS earnings record.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Make sure you have certified copies of your DD214 or other discharge papers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When you apply for Social Security Benefits, make sure you tell the SS Representative that you are a veteran, you have a copy of your DD214, and you want to make sure you got credit for your military service with the Social Security Administration.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ask your local county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) or other certified expert for help when applying for VA or Social Security Benefits.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Larry Dandridge is a retired Lt. Col. In the U.S. Army. He is a Vietnam War era wounded warrior, a combat and 100 percent disabled veteran, a former Infantryman, former Warrant Officer and pilot. Dandridge is also a past Veterans Service Officer, and a current volunteer Patient Adviser, CEO Advisory Council Member, and Patient and Family Advisory Committee Member at the RHJ VA Medical Center, as well as a published author and free-lance writer. He can be reached at LDandridge@eart</em>hlink.net.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Military Service Extra Earnings Credit and your Social Security Retirement Ben', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'military-service-extra-earnings-credit-and-your-social-security-retirement-ben', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:01:58', '2021-12-15 18:01:58', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54076', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54078, 4, '2021-12-15 13:03:53', '2021-12-15 18:03:53', '<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>Blue Angels will perform April 22-23</strong></h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>By Lt. Chelsea Dietlin</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>PENSACOLA, Fla. — The Blue Angels will return April 22-23, 2023, to Beaufort for the MCAS Beaufort Air Show.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron – or the Blue Angels, as they are more commonly known, released their 2023 air show schedule at the International Council of Air Shows convention, Dec. 7. During their 77th air show season, the Blue Angels are scheduled to perform 62 demonstrations at 33 locations.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Blue Angels last officially performed in Beaufort in 2019, since the 2021 MCAS Beaufort Air Show was canceled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the Blue Angels did perform in April 2021 at MCAS Beaufort in a show for those who work aboard MCAS Beaufort and their families and specifically closed to the general public.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The MCAS Beaufort Air Show, which features military aircraft on display as well as aviation demonstrations by the Navy’s Blue Angels and other pilots, military and civilian, is free and usually attracts 100,000 spectators or more.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Demonstration sites are selected two years prior to the show season in accordance with Department of Defense safety and community outreach objectives. Performances greatly assist in recruiting and retention goals for the military services, enhance esprit de corps among uniformed men and women, and demonstrate the professional skills and capabilities of the naval services to the American public and U.S. allies.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the teamwork and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. Since 1946, the Blue Angels have performed for more than 500 million fans.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information about the Blue Angels, including the 2022 and 2023 air show schedules, visit https://www.blueangels.navy.mil.miliar</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'MCAS Beaufort Air Show date set for 2023', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'mcas-beaufort-air-show-date-set-for-2023', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:03:54', '2021-12-15 18:03:54', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54078', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54080, 4, '2021-12-15 13:05:49', '2021-12-15 18:05:49', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sometimes it’s interesting to speculate what the future might be like, so let’s move forward in time to the year 2035. The “Green New Deal” is in full force.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>All of the coal burning and most of the gas powered power plants are closed down. The majority of electricity comes from wind or solar, and most of the time there is ample power for the nation’s needs. There are only a few ‘brown outs” in California and New York City from time to time, but they are pretty much used to it by now and have adapted.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The summer of 2035 has been unusually hot and dry all across the country so air conditioners are running on high most of the time, and it’s putting a real stain on the electric grids. The thousands of wind turbines that were erected in early part of the century are now requiring constant repairs, and it’s hard to find trained workers who are willing to climb to the top of the towers to make repairs, so hundreds are now out of service and off the grid.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To make matters worse, for some reason the wind is not blowing in areas where it has always been dependable, and now there are no fossil fueled power plants to back them up. Maybe it\'s a symptom of global warming. The government’s program to put an electric vehicle in every garage has been extremely successful, and with the summer travel season in full force cars and trucks are charging all over America.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Even though it’s been well known for many years that the electrical grid is not capable of handling a heavy load like this, little has been done to rebuild and upgrade the old system. The utility companies can’t or are not willing to spend the billions of dollars that it would take for the upgrades and Congress is thinking that the only solution is to nationalize the nation’s electric utilities, but there is a lot of push back on this, so nothing much has been done. What could possibly go wrong?&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Mount St. Helena is what could go wrong. After lying dormant for the past 55 years, it blows its top again, sending smoke and ash high into the atmosphere. The prevailing winds blow it east, blotting out the sun and spreading ash across most of the country.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This, like last time, lasts for weeks. Solar power production is cut in half and the electric grids fails and large portions of the country go dark.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>What else could go wrong?&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s August and the National Weather Service announces that a Category 5 hurricane is in the Caribbean Sea and is heading for the east coast of the United States. It has already passed over and devastated several of the islands in its path and is predicted to reach land somewhere between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. It will work its way up the east coast along the I95 corridor to Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia before it goes out to sea off the coast of Virginia.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The governors of all the affected states declare a state of emergency and order mandatory evacuations to begin immediately. People load up what by now, are mostly electric cars which are in various states of charge or discharge and head for the evacuation routes.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Soon I-95 and I-75 are full of cars from the states north of Florida, and by the time the Florida residents reach Georgia, the highways are moving at a snail’s pace. The cars that didn’t have a full charge are now running out of power and dying, they block the roads for the cars that do have power or the few that still run on gasoline; soon traffic is at a standstill. With no way to charge the thousands of dead electric cars and trucks and no way to move them out of the way the occupants are left at the mercy of the August sun which is now in the high nineties, with no food, no water and no sanitary facilities and no hope of rescue. The ones who can, start walking looking for help and shelter.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The hurricane has reached land and by now is down to a Category 4, which has winds of only 150 miles per hour, down from 175 miles per hour. It is heading directly for the thousands of cars stuck on the highway and the many hundreds of people walking along the roads with no place to shelter. Not a pretty picture is it?&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For you folks who have lived in the upper Midwest think about what happens when a Canada Clipper drops down into the U.S. bringing sub-zero temperatures, high winds, lake effect snow and blizzard conditions all along the I-90 corridor from New York to Michigan. With drifting snow and “white out” conditions a tractor trailer jack knives on the ice blocking the highway and several cars run into it creating a huge traffic jam, Traffic comes to a standstill. You are sitting there in your electric car with the heater running hoping that the charges holds out until the snow plow can come and clear the road before you run out of power and freeze to death.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I have been there with a full tank of gas, and it’s still not a good feeling because you don’t know when or if the road will be cleared. I am sure some of you have been there too.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I admit that all of this is a worst case scenario, but the fact is that the storms and eruptions have happened in the past, and most likely will happen again. I just can’t help but wonder if there are some really smart people in the departments of Energy and Transportation who have this all this figured out before we are forced into my hypothetical 2035.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If they have the answers I sure do hope that they share them with us before I have to give up my “Gas Guzzler.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Born, raised and educated in the Southwest, Jim Dickson served in the U.S. Navy Reserve in Vietnam before a 35- year business career. Retired to St. Helena Island, Dickson and his wife are fiscally conservative, socially moderate and active in Republican politics, though they may not always agree with Republicans. Having lived around the country and traveled around the world, Dickson believes that the United States truly is the land of opportunity.&nbsp;</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'A trip back to the future', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'a-trip-back-to-the-future', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:08:29', '2021-12-15 18:08:29', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54080', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54082, 4, '2021-12-15 13:07:26', '2021-12-15 18:07:26', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>By Richard Eckstrom</strong><br><br>State government travel costs plunged in fiscal year 2021. That\'s good news. To be sure, it’s because of the pandemic. But if it can be done one year, there’s no reason it can’t be done every year. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I\'ve long pushed for common-sense limits on publicly-funded travel. State agencies spend tens of millions of dollars each year on travel to conferences, workshops and retreats, as well as the related costs of meals, lodging and event registration fees. These costs help balloon agency budgets and collectively add to the burden placed on taxpayers, and their value to the public has always been difficult to size up.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Certainly, there are public officials who must travel to carry out their duties. And there are times when it can pay off in tangible ways, such as recruiting new industry.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But a lot of government travel is simply unnecessary – especially now, in a day and age of internet streaming and video-conferencing. Plane tickets are increasingly a frivolous expense. And there’s apparently a strong temptation to travel in extravagance when it’s on the public dime. You may have heard accounts of politicians attending “conferences” of some sort in needlessly far-flung, vacation-type destinations.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At the very least, this category of spending warrants special scrutiny.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Last month, I released the 2021 Travel Report. Part of my office’s broader fiscal transparency efforts, the annual report shows how much state agencies, including public colleges and universities, spend on travel. It ranks them by amount and lists the highest spenders in each agency. The purpose is to shine a light on public officials’ travel spending and invite scrutiny – a necessary ingredient for healthy government – from within and from outside state government.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This year’s report shows that state entities spent just over $20 million on travel in the fiscal year that ended June 30. That’s less than a third of the $65.7 million spent the previous year. The top spenders were:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} -->\n<ol><li>Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC): $2,236,127&nbsp;</li><li>Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC): $2,050,732&nbsp;</li><li>Clemson University: $1,396,302&nbsp;</li><li>S.C. House of Representatives: $1,304,952&nbsp;</li><li>University of South Carolina: $900,201&nbsp;</li><li>Judicial Department: $661,172&nbsp;</li><li>Department of Transportation: $653,187&nbsp;</li><li>Department of Education: $619,405&nbsp;</li><li>Department of Labor, Licensing and Registration: $573,372&nbsp;</li><li>Department of Health and Human Services: $493,585&nbsp;</li></ol>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A frequent refrain among the defenders of government travel is that it allows for valuable training, education, idea-sharing or networking. Again, that kind of thing is hard to measure. But the benefits of cutting back are clear: Reducing travel last year likely saved some $45 million or more.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And we\'re no worse off for it.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The reined-in travel had no discernable impact on agencies’ performance, nor will it, … which goes to prove that most publicly-funded travel isn’t vital. State officials must resist going back to pre-pandemic travel habits. We can and should get serious about keeping these costs in check.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>(The 2021 Travel Report is available online at cg.sc.gov. Click “Fiscal Transparency” from the banner near the top of the home page. On the next page, click “State Travel Spending Reports.”)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Richard Eckstrom is a CPA, the state Comptroller and President of the National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers, and Trea</em>surers. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'High government travel costs should be a thing of the past', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'high-government-travel-costs-should-be-a-thing-of-the-past', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:07:27', '2021-12-15 18:07:27', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54082', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54085, 4, '2021-12-15 13:16:05', '2021-12-15 18:16:05', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As I write this on Nov. 27, 2021, it has been 162 years since Charles Darwin, on Nov. 27, 1859, published On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life. Little did he know it at the time (nor did anyone else, for that matter), that he would change the world forever. But he did.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When first published in England, more than anything else, Darwin’s “dangerous ideas” had a profound impact on British religion. On a June afternoon in 1860, upon hearing the notion from Darwin’s book that “mankind was descended from the apes,” the wife of the Bishop of Worcester is alleged to have exclaimed: ‘My dear, descended from the apes! Let us hope it is not true, but if it is, let us pray that it will not become generally known.’&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is most probably not true, but no doubt this reflected the thoughts of most folks in the Isles.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As the Darwinian revolution penetrated the reading world, it has had an overwhelming impact on all Abrahamic religions.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Why? Because the understanding of our natural world, by way of the constructs of modern Darwinian evolutionary biology and genetics, contradicts creationism – the belief that all life originated by divine conception as set forth in the various scriptures of the Jewish, Christian and Islamic theologies.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A Pew Research Center study conducted in 2018 shows the strong disbelief in evolution by members of various religious sects: 68 percent of all adults; 94 percent of black Protestants; 70 percent of white mainline Protestants; 70 percent of Catholics; 35 percent of those unaffiliated with any religion. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Those that have some belief in evolution, explain that it was guided by “God.” Those facts tell the story of why so few Americans, to this day, do not believe in evolution. It speaks volumes that the 65 percent of those who are unaffiliated with any religion do believe in evolution.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This also indicates why faith in “science” is sinking to an all-time low in America. A recent Gallup poll, conducted in July, found confidence in science has increasingly diverged across partisan lines: Republican confidence in science fell by 27 points while Democratic confidence increased by 12 points.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The poll also found that people who accept the falsehoods of conspiracy theories and disinformation has grown substantially, a major contributor distrust in science. Compare the rising tide of anti-vaxxers, in the midst of a COVID pandemic but with proven efficacy of several vaccines with world-wide approval, with the following: Dr. Jonas Salk invented the polio vaccine in the early 1950s, and secured governmental emergency permission to use it. Millions of Americans did not boycott using it; instead, more than 600,000 mothers rushed to sign up their children for a vaccine that had not yet been certified by government regulators. Faith in medical science has saved literally millions of lives.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The strong religion-based bias that resists coronavirus vaccinations seems to mesh with political orientations, skepticism about government, lack of faith in science in general, and in their feasting on the smorgasbord of alternative media and the untruths of conspiracy theories.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The evolution versus creationism controversy is a false socio-cultural phenomenon; it is not a scientific debate. Creationism/Intelligent Design is not a scientific concept.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I have no desire to convince anyone to believe in “God” or in evolution, or in neither. Religion-based “faith” in their belief-system of a “supreme being” is a strongly held certainty for its believers, notwithstanding that there is virtually no empirical evidence (by scientific methodology) that such a supernatural singularity actually exists.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On the other side of this faux “debate,” there arises mountains of scientific evidence that underwrites the validity of evolution as the cornerstone of all biology: knowledge gained from physics, geology, paleontology, anatomy, zoology, anthropology, and most recently molecular genetics, all of which converge to support the Darwinian revolution. True believers will never change their minds about evolution, no matter what evidence is discovered. End of that “debate.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Darwin’s initial explanation of evolution by natural selection has made profound advances, especially in genetics, from its early pessimistic perceptions. The Darwinian revolution has changed both science and Western culture in ways we incompletely understand. It is the cornerstone of modern scientific biology. The fundamental principles of evolutionary biology have proven that organisms change through time; such change proceeds by way of common descent; these changes are slow and take a long time; and small changes can accumulate over long stretches of time to create big changes, which lead to the production of new species. None of which requires the “magic” of supernatural interventions.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Science has always had a tough time convincing “the public” to trust it. New ideas are always scary. Just ask Galileo, Newton, Darwin, Pasteur, and Einstein, to mention just a few of the greatest minds humankind has ever produced. Disbelief in “science” is a sure-fire formula for the dissolution of a civilization.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br><em>“Well, all I know is what I read in the newspapers.” – Will Rogers. </em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>David M. Taub was Mayor of Beaufort from 1990 through 1999 and served as a Beaufort County Magistrate from 2010 to 2015. You can reach him at david.m.taub42@gmail.com. </em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Is Darwin’s Principle of Evolution by Natural Selection dead?', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'is-darwins-principle-of-evolution-by-natural-selection-dead', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:16:06', '2021-12-15 18:16:06', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54085', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(54087, 4, '2021-12-15 13:29:50', '2021-12-15 18:29:50', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021, and I’m in Port Royal. It’s early and I’m looking-out at a pile of newly-split wood that now resides in our backyard.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Last weekend Dean Moss and I rented a log-splitting machine; then fed it with the remnants from two oak trees neatly, quickly twisted and removed (halfway up) by a tornado that visited my yard for about 60 seconds.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For reasons that remain murky, I found that I enjoyed the process of splitting these logs. There is something mesmerizing about watching a blade pass through an eight inch wide log like it was a stick of Land O’Lakes unsalted butter.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Today’s Beaufort Gazette gives us more Murdaugh; more Hampton County and the ever-expanding legion of lawyers playing-out their roles in that Shakespearean tragedy. It is clear that Murdaugh is selling The State and local newspapers in the same way that Donald Trump bolstered the finances of the Washington Post, New York Times and Wall Street Journal. It is also clear the legal profession is taking a beating in the process.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I can’t really say what, exactly, sent me into the legal profession but I remember enough to know that making money was not a factor. I had grown up the son of an Army officer; a man interested in infection and skin-grafting; largely indifferent to making money.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When I was a boy I knew there had been a Depression, that many people had lost their savings and their jobs. But that was history — ancient and sepia-tinted history. My reality was Thanksgiving Dinner at a hospital cafeteria; inexpensive groceries at the commissary; subsidized housing and medical care that was entirely free.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I grew up thinking that most of my friends were pretty much like me — indifferent to the costs of housing, hi-test gasoline (10 cents in Germany) and 25-cent cheeseburgers at the officer’s club.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>By the time I graduated from George Washington Law School, I knew that lawyers could make a very good living in private practice. But most of my friends were staying in Washington and looking for jobs at the Federal Trade Commission or the Department of Justice. It seemed to me that most of the people I knew were looking to do good and, in those long gone days, the EPA, FDA and the EEOC were places a lawyer could influence public policy in a positive way.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I decided that I would not stay in Washington, or work for a Federal agency. Rather, I would come home to South Carolina and try to do good on the local level and in private practice.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At my first job interview, the senior partner took out a graph showing me in bold, precise numbers what my employment would cost the law firm.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“You can see from the numbers, Graber, that you will cost this firm at least $50,000 in your first two years; we should break even the third year; and if we’re lucky, start making money in the 4th year …”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Another firm featured a monthly, mandatory-attendance meeting where all the firm’s lawyers, amid coffee and almond encrusted croissants, compared monthly earnings. Those lawyers announcing big verdicts earning respect, standing, stature.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>These same monthly meetings in my own firm were a learning experience for me. More often than not, they were a humiliation. I sat through those meetings wondering if I had made a mistake — a huge mistake in choosing this profession. But before I could adjust my thinking I was fired. Stunned by this experience I staggered over to Penn Center, a non-profit that cared little about making money.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Several years later, I formed my own law firm with three other lawyers and learned that staff salaries; mortgage payments; the cost of heat, telephones, computers, experts, continuing education and errors and omissions insurance made me focus on money-making whether I wanted to or not. It also meant a big verdict (or settlement) was a welcomed injection of cash insuring the continued existence of the firm.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Something else happened.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The smaller, less lucrative cases were pushed aside. We weren’t going to spend time quieting title or representing abused tenants because that meant too much work for too little return. We sought bigger clients — local governments and utilities — slowly losing our idealism, incrementally losing our souls.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Money has soured the legal profession — much like it has soured health care — yet we desperately cling to the notion they should remain largely private and mostly unregulated.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Scott Graber is a lawyer, novelist, veteran columnist and longtime resident of Port Royal. He can be reached at cscottgraber@gmail.com. </em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Money has soured the legal profession', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'money-has-soured-the-legal-profession', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:29:51', '2021-12-15 18:29:51', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54087', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54089, 4, '2021-12-15 13:38:09', '2021-12-15 18:38:09', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br><br>This is the time of year when we display our nativity sets, and it’s common to see depictions on the front of Christmas cards that have Mary and Joseph in a stable with the baby Jesus, who is lying in a feeding trough commonly referred to as a manger. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The word nativity comes from the Latin term, which simply means born. Technically, we’ve all experienced a nativity, but in today’s world, the term is primarily used in connection with the birth of Jesus Christ the Redeemer.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We also hear the word incarnation at this time of year and within the Christian faith. This is referring to the Son of God and how He willingly came down from heaven and took on the human form of a man to save us from our sin. He is Emmanuel which means “God with us” as His mission was to rescue and restore us, and because of His sacrifice we can now have an eternal relationship with Him.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are several interesting details about the earthly parents of Jesus and of course, His mother Mary becoming pregnant with Him while still being a virgin is a great place to begin.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Our heavenly Father sent His Son Jesus to earth, but as we know, Christ also had an earthly dad by the name of Joseph. History reveals it was common in those days for an older man to be engaged to a younger woman and many scholars are convinced that Mary was much younger than Joseph, probably being in her early teens. Being betrothed means the couple was to be celibate until they were married.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, when Joseph discovered she was pregnant, he did not want to publicly disgrace her, but rather decided to just privately cancel the marriage. We can only imagine the agony and disappointment he was feeling as he realized she had been unfaithful. As he was making plans to deal with the situation, an angel appeared to him in a dream saying, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” (Matthew 1:20-21)&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We know that Mary is adored and rightfully so, but we must consider this was also a huge step of faith for Joseph, and he is seldom given the respect he deserves. There is not much information given about Joseph except that he was a carpenter and an honest man who upheld the law. We notice he was present when Jesus was found teaching in the temple at 12, but it’s presumed he had passed away when Christ was crucified as Jesus asked John from the cross to take care of His mother.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We’ve all seen the images of Mary riding a donkey into Bethlehem as the scriptures reveal they were on their way to register with the tax collectors. When they arrived, Mary immediately needed to find a place to deliver the baby as Luke, Chapter 2 describes the scene.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“And Joseph went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be taxed with Mary his promised wife, being great with child. And so, it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Imagine a young girl being approached by the Creator of Heaven and Earth, and given a mission that would shape the course of human history. Humbly submitting to give birth to the Savior of the world? So, why did The Almighty choose her for the task of raising the Son of God? Because He knew she would hold strong in her faith. And what about those today who still declare they have no room for Jesus or the individuals who only celebrate the most significant event of all time during the Christmas season? He is still patiently waiting. Never before or since have the heavens declared the glory of God with more hope and excitement than when the Lamb of God was born and willingly gave His life as a ransom for all who would believe in Him.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Learn more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com. </em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'The earthly parents of the Son of God', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'the-earthly-parents-of-the-son-of-god', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:38:11', '2021-12-15 18:38:11', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54089', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54091, 4, '2021-12-15 13:39:29', '2021-12-15 18:39:29', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When you\'re under stress, you may find it harder to eat healthy. Also, during times of particularly high stress, you may eat to fulfill emotional needs—sometimes called stress eating or emotional eating. And you may be especially likely to eat high-calorie foods during times of stress, even when you\'re not hungry.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To prevent weight gain during stress and reduce the risk of obesity, get a handle on your stress. When you feel less stressed and more in control of your life, you may find it easier to stick to healthy eating and exercise habits.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Try these stress management techniques to combat stress-related weight gain:&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Recognize the warning signs of stress, such as anxiety, irritability and muscle tension.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Before eating, ask yourself why you\'re eating— are you truly hungry or do you feel stressed or anxious?&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you\'re tempted to eat when you\'re not hungry, find a distraction.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Don\'t skip meals, especially breakfast. If you\'re in a hurry, grab a piece of fruit on the way out the door.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Eat a healthy diet, such as whole grains and a variety of fruits and vegetables. Aim to include most food groups in your meals.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Identify comfort foods and keep them out of your home or office.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Keep a record of your behavior and eating habits so that you can look for patterns and connections—and then figure out how to overcome them.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Learn problem-solving skills so that you can anticipate challenges and cope with setbacks.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Practice relaxation skills, such as yoga, stretching, massage, deep breathing or meditation.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Engage in regular physical activity or exercise.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Get adequate sleep.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Get encouragement from supportive friends and family.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you try stress management techniques on your own but they don\'t seem to be working, consider seeking professional help through psychotherapy or counseling.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>By Edward T. Creagan, M.D.; https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/expert-answers/stress/faq </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ex<em>clusive content from CARE magazine</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Control stress-induced weight gain', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'control-stress-induced-weight-gain', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:39:30', '2021-12-15 18:39:30', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54091', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54093, 4, '2021-12-15 13:40:48', '2021-12-15 18:40:48', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is essential to dispose of any unwanted medication safely to prevent other people or animals from taking them by mistake. Discarded drugs can harm people and the environment.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has guidelines about how to properly dispose of medications, including pills, syringes, and inhalers.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The best way to dispose of most medications is to bring them to an official drug take-back facility (see sidebar for Beaufort County locations). These are businesses or locations registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to collect old medicines. People can find their nearest facility through the DEA’s website https://deadiversion.usdoj. gov/drug_disposal/index. html.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Why is proper disposal important?&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Some drugs can be very dangerous, or even fatal, for people who are not meant to take them. Children and pets may be especially at risk of coming into contact with improperly stored or disposed of drugs.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A person should dispose of any medication after its expiration date has passed. It is also important to dispose of medication that is:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>unwanted&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>unused&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>damaged or contaminated in any way&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>unidentified&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is essential to dispose of unwanted or expired medication immediately. This can help prevent people from taking it accidentally or misusing potentially dangerous drugs.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is also worth keeping in mind that people and animals outside the home may be at risk if they find improperly disposed of medication in the trash.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Unwanted or expired medication&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Follow any disposal instructions provided for prescription or over-the-counter medicines. If there are no specific instructions on the packaging, check whether one of the following options might work:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Using a drug take-back location&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The best way to dispose of most types of unused medication is to take it to a DEA-registered drug collection location. There, trained handlers dispose of it safely.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Drop-off locations dispose of:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>prescription medicines&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>over-the-counter medicines&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>dietary supplements&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>It is a good idea to remove all personal details, such as name and address labels, before dropping drugs off.&nbsp;</em></strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Flushing medication&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A person needs to dispose of some drugs immediately, as they can cause harm to others. If no take-back facility is available and the medication is on the FDA’S flush list, flush these drugs down the toilet right away.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the FDA, a more considerable amount of drug waste enters water supplies due to medicines passing through the body and entering the waterways through human waste.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Putting medications in the trash&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is safe to dispose of most drugs in the trash if:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are no drug take-back facilities locally.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The medication comes with no instructions about safe disposal&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The medication is not on the flush list.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When throwing away medication:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Take it out of its packaging.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Mix it with a substance that will deter children and animals, such as dirt, cat litter, or coffee grounds.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Take care not to crush any tablets or capsules.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Place the medicine in a sealed plastic bag or another sealed container and throw it away.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Recycle the empty bottle or other packaging, taking care to obscure or remove any personal information first.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Needles and syringes&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Properly disposing of needles and syringes helps prevent others from getting cuts or punctures.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>People can dispose of needles and syringes at home by:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>placing used ones into a sharps disposal container right away&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>keeping the container well out of the reach of children and animals&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>not overfilling a container&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>if traveling, carrying a travel-sized container&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>if traveling by plane, checking the Transportation Security Administration’s website for up-to-date policies&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Once a sharps disposal container is three-quarters full, it is ready to be emptied.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A person may be able to get rid of sharps containers:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>by dropping them off at collection sites, such as hospitals, doctors’ offices, and pharmacies&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>by dropping them off at waste collection points&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>using a mail-back program for FDA-approved containers&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sometimes, a trained collector can come to a person’s house to take away the containers.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Check with local trash removal services and healthcare facilities to find out what services are available and whether fees apply.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Inhaler products&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Inhalers can be dangerous if they become punctured, are set on fire, or are thrown in an incinerator. Contact the local trash or recycling center to find out how best to dispose of inhalers and any aerosol products.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Summary&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is essential to dispose of unwanted medicines correctly. Children and pets may be especially at risk of consuming these drugs. Medications can be hazardous, and even fatal, if people misuse them or take them by accident.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The best way to dispose of medication is to take it to a registered drop-off collection point or have a trained waste handler collect it from the house.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If this is not possible, and the medication is on the FDA’s flush list, immediately dispose of it in the sink or toilet. For other medications, the next best option is to dispose of drugs in the trash, following the steps listed above.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Keep used needles and syringes in sharps disposal containers, and take any that are three quarters full to a collection site. If there is no site nearby, a mail-back program may be an option.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https://www. medicalnewstoday.com/ articles/327319#summary\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https://www. medicalnewstoday.com/ articles/327319#summary\">https://www. medicalnewstoday.com/ articles/327319#summary </a><br><br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>In Beaufort County, there are two regular drop off sites for medication disposal&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>NOTE: <strong>Liquids and needles </strong><strong>NOT accepted </strong><strong>at these locations&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort County Sheriff’s Dept., (next to the jail),&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort County Gov’t Center,&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ribault Rd. and Boundary St.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>843-255-3023&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On Hilton Head Island:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort County Sheriff’s Dept.,&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>70 Shelter Cove Lane&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>843-255-3300&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'How to safely dispose of medication', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'how-to-safely-dispose-of-medication-2', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:40:49', '2021-12-15 18:40:49', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54093', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54095, 4, '2021-12-15 13:42:09', '2021-12-15 18:42:09', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Red Cross of South Carolina Disaster Workers Deploying to Support Relief Efforts Following Deadly Tornado Outbreak</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Disaster workers from the American Red Cross of South Carolina have deployed to support relief efforts following incredible devastation brought by horrific tornadoes that touched down across multiple states in the center of the country. The Red Cross of South Carolina stands ready to send additional disaster workers as requested.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The American Red Cross and our partners are working around the clock across multiple states to help those in need and make sure everyone has a safe place to stay, food to eat, critical relief supplies, emotional support, and comfort in the face of one of the most devastating tornado outbreaks in years.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>HOW YOU CAN HELP&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You can help people affected by disasters like storms and countless other crises by making a gift to American Red Cross Disaster Relief or by giving blood. To make a financial donation or schedule an appointment to give blood or platelets, visit redcross.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. You can also use the Red Cross Blood Donor app or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 gift today.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>About the American Red Cross:</em></strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation’s blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization – not a government agency – and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org/SC or @RedCrossSC </em><br><br><em>Exclusive content from CARE magazine</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'In the news . . .', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'in-the-news-2', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:42:10', '2021-12-15 18:42:10', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54095', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54097, 4, '2021-12-15 13:48:40', '2021-12-15 18:48:40', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Omega-3 fatty acids are lauded for their various health benefits, including reducing inflammation, being heart-friendly, and supporting brain health. However, there are several controversies regarding their efficacy and benefits to human health. In this Honest Nutrition feature, we explain what omega-3 fatty acids are and explore the latest scientific evidence to clarify what they can and cannot do for health.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat — also referred to as “healthy fats” — praised for their potential protective roles in several chronic diseases.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They are one of the key building blocks for cell membranes and remain a subject of interest in the scientific community.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The family of omega-3 fatty acids includes:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>stearidonic acid (SDA)</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>docosapentaenoic acid (DPA)</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>DHA and EPA are the primary polyunsaturated fats in brain cell membranes and have been popularized and successfully marketed as dietary supplements.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Omega-3 fatty acids are essential, meaning the human body is incapable of creating them on its own — the fatty acids or their precursors must be obtained from the diet. For instance, ALA from plant seeds can be converted in the body to all the other types of omega-3 fats: EPA, SDA, DHA, DPA. However, this conversion is quite inefficient, with rates of less than 3% of ALA being converted to DHA or EPA in males and less than 10% in females — warranting adequate dietary intakes of DHA and EPA themselves.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Omega-3 in the diet</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>DHA, EPA, and DPA omega-3 fatty acids are synthesized by marine organisms such as algae and phytoplankton. When consumed by fish, aquatic mammals, and crustaceans, the fatty acids enter the food chain and are stored in body fat, liver, and blubber. They are then later consumed by humans. Food sources of DHA, EPA, and DPA include fatty fish such as salmon, sardines, mackerel, menhaden, or herring; the liver of lean, white fish, such as halibut or cod; fish oils from cod flesh, tuna, haddock, flounder, or krill oil</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>ALA, on the other hand, is concentrated in plant sources and is the most frequent omega-3 fatty acid used by the body to create all other types of omega-3 fatty acids.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sources of ALA include nuts and seeds, such as flaxseed, chia seeds, and walnuts as well as oils, such as echium seed oil, canola, and soybean oils.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Omega-3 fats: What they can do for health</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Decades of research on the health impacts of omega-3 fatty acids have provided controversial findings. Here are some evidence-backed benefits of consuming omega-3 fatty acids.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Anti-inflammatory properties</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Chronic inflammation — also called low-grade inflammation — is linked to the development of obesity, heart disease, and cancers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to exert anti-inflammatory effects in the human body and may aid in lowering markers of inflammation, such as C-reactive protein and interleukin-6.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In fact, omega-3 fatty acids are regarded as one of the most potent lipids capable of reducing oxidative stress and inflammation. It also potentially guards against the development of chronic diseases.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Lower cholesterol</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Daily supplementation with at least 1.2 g of DHA significantly reduced triglyceride levels and increased “good” cholesterol, or high-density lipoprotein. In addition, omega-3 fatty acids lowered the “bad” cholesterol, low-density lipoproteins (LDL), when dietary saturated fats were replaced with polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids found in plants foods such as nuts and avocados.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, a recent evidence-based practice summary has shown no impact on a range of cardiovascular disease (CVD) outcomes from the use of omega-3 fatty acid supplements in patients with established CVD or raised risk factors for CVD.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Lower blood pressure</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On the other hand, omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to improve vascular health — the health of the blood vessels — by increasing the bioavailability of nitric oxide.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In a phase 2 scientific study, nitric oxide induced dilation (relaxation) of the blood vessels and led to a significant reduction in blood pressure.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>May reduce the risk of heart disease</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>By reducing markers associated with an increased risk of developing heart disease — high triglycerides, cholesterol, and blood pressure — omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of heart disease, according to a review analyzing existing studies.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Improve tolerance to cancer treatment</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Omega-3 fatty acids may improve the efficacy and tolerance of chemotherapy and is a potential supportive treatment to people undergoing cancer treatment.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>More specifically, daily supplementation with EPA and DHA helped patients with head and neck cancers and breast cancer to maintain body weight and reduce cancer-related muscle loss.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Improves depression</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A 2019 review study of over 2,000 participants showed a beneficial impact of EPA omega-3 fatty acids on depression, with DHA showing little benefits.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This finding is supported by other studies indicating that fish oil supplementation helps protect against major depressive disorder in people between the ages of 15 and 25 years.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Furthermore, moderate intakes of fatty fish and seafood were associated with fewer occurrences of depression.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Omega-3 fats: What they cannot do for health</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Omega-3 fatty acids have been successfully marketed as heart-friendly and reported to reduce the risk of adverse heart disease-related outcomes. However, its role and health benefits for some conditions have been challenged and discredited. An important review (the Cochrane report) found no evidence of the benefit of omega-3 supplements on heart disease, stroke, or death.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here are some conditions that omega-3 fatty acids may not prevent or improve, based on the latest scientific evidence.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Reduce risk of death by heart disease</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Prevent blood clots</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Prevent or treat diabetes</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Prevent cancer</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The bottom line</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are essential compounds that are key building blocks for cell membranes, particularly in the brain.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For decades, they have been the subject of scientific interest, but findings have been controversial and inconsistent. The evidence shows that omega-3 fatty acids have anti-inflammatory properties and may lower cholesterol, blood pressure, depressive episodes, weight loss during cancer treatment, and the risk for heart disease. However, omega-3 intake does not reduce the risk of adverse and severe heart disease-related outcomes, including sudden death and stroke. Additionally, it cannot prevent or treat diabetes or prevent blood clots. This is an emerging area of evidence, and further results will continue to inform health recommendations.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Written by Amber Charles, MSPH, RDN on December 10, 2021 — Fact checked by Hilary Guite, FFPH, MRCGP; <a href=\"https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/omega-3-what-it-can-and-cant-do-for-health?\">https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/omega-3-what-it-can-and-cant-do-for-health?</a></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Exclusive content from CARE magazine</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Omega-3: What it can and can’t do for health', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'omega-3-what-it-can-and-cant-do-for-health', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:48:41', '2021-12-15 18:48:41', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54097', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54099, 4, '2021-12-15 13:49:46', '2021-12-15 18:49:46', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Lobeco Branch Library closed</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Lobeco Branch Library closed Monday, Dec. 13 through Saturday, Dec. 18, to replace the HVAC system. It is anticipated the branch will reopen on Monday, Dec. 20.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The outdoor book drop will remain open while the building is closed. All holds will be suspended until the library reopens. Overdue fines will not accrue during the time the library is closed.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>County accommodations, hospitality tax grant applications due Dec. 31</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort County is accepting applications from organizations located within the County wishing to receive grants from the local accommodations tax fund as well as the hospitality tax fund.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Each fiscal year, on a quarterly basis, Beaufort County receives revenues from a 3 percent local accommodations tax (A-Tax) imposed on tourist lodging as well as a hospitality tax (H-Tax), which is imposed on the sale of prepared meals and beverages.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Per the County’s Code of Ordinances (Sec. 66-44 for local A-Tax or Sec. 66-534 for H-Tax), these revenues must be used for tourism-related purposes. Local organizations interested in receiving a grant for one of the outlined objectives, must submit applications to the County through their grant application process.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The current year application (2021/2022) is available online at https://bit.ly/3s1LYCL.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Applications will not be accepted if received incomplete or after 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 31. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Shannon Milroy at 843-255-2302 or localtaxapps@bcgov.net.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'NEWS BRIEFS', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'news-briefs-201', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:49:47', '2021-12-15 18:49:47', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54099', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54101, 4, '2021-12-15 13:51:01', '2021-12-15 18:51:01', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>BEAUFORT – School officials, students, Board of Education members, and community supporters celebrated Dec. 7, the beginning of construction on the district’s largest referendum project to be funded through the bond referendum approved by county voters in November 2019.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The new school will be located behind the existing building, which will ultimately be demolished. Site work has already started and large-scale construction will begin in January 2022, with an anticipated completion date for the new school building of August 2023. Athletic facilities will be completed in January 2024. A total of $62 million in referendum funds was budgeted for the Robert Smalls International Academy (RSIA) project that includes, but is not limited to:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Two floors and four wings;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Outdoor learning pavilions and spaces;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Two-story lobby that pays tribute to the life and journey of Robert Smalls;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Corridor with a historical timeline depicting the school’s history as well as significant local, state, and national events;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>New athletic fields;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Increased parking and additional space for car riders; and</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Exterior detailing resembling the C.S.S. Planter, the ship commandeered by Robert Smalls</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Speakers at the groundbreaking ceremony included Board of Education Chair Christina Gwozdz, Superintendent Frank Rodriguez, and Robert Smalls International Academy Principal Bradley Tarrance.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“This significant project is made possible from the referendum approved by voters in November of 2019,” Superintendent Frank Rodriguez said in a press release, expressing gratitude for having significant community input even during the pandemic. “Based on the strong participation in public meetings held via Zoom early on in this process, we are confident the K-8 facility is going to reflect the community’s desires for years to come.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Board of Education Chair Christina Gwozdz also expressed her enthusiasm for the longevity and significance of this project. “May generations of Beaufort students, their families, and school staff enjoy this new facility,” Gwozdz said. “Perhaps someday it will also be designated as a national Historic Landmark.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Kansas City-based J.E. Dunn Construction is the contractor for the renovations and the designer of record is LS3P Associates Ltd. of Charleston.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>All referendum projects and expenditures are being independently monitored by the Citizen-Led Oversight Committee.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Robert Smalls International Academy holds groundbreaking ceremony', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'robert-smalls-international-academy-holds-groundbreaking-ceremony', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:51:01', '2021-12-15 18:51:01', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54101', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54103, 4, '2021-12-15 13:53:28', '2021-12-15 18:53:28', '<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54054,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Model-Railroaders-01.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Model-Railroaders-01-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54054\"/></a><figcaption>Members of Beaufort Model Railroaders Jim Bright (G gauge), Bob Eastwood (N gauge), Marco Orlando (HO gauge) and Jim Nicholson (O gauge or Lionel). Not pictured are David Simpson, John Montenegro, John Darling, Steve Pizo, and Fritz Merkel.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54020,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Model-Railroaders-03.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Model-Railroaders-03-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54020\"/></a><figcaption>A G gauge train chugs through a pine forest Tuesday on its journey in the Beaufort branch of the Beaufort County Library. Photos by Jeff Evans</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->', 'RIDE THE TRAIN', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'ride-the-train', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:53:29', '2021-12-15 18:53:29', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54103', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54105, 4, '2021-12-15 13:55:17', '2021-12-15 18:55:17', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Holy Trinity Classical Christian School announced last week the successful completion of its Campus Vision Campaign, raising more than 6.1 million, the largest fundraising initiative in the school’s history.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The campaign was kicked off September 2020 and concluded November 2021 with a matching challenge initiated by a team of anonymous donors. The challenge raised more than $350k in 30 days exceeding the goal.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>More than 300 private donors contributed to the campaign. The funds are dedicated to the construction of Phase 1 of the multi-phase campus development plan. Construction is expected to begin this spring on a multi-purpose building which will provide space for stage performances, a gymnasium, music, and multi-purpose classrooms.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The Holy Trinity Theater Department will benefit hugely from a real stage and auditorium,” Holy Trinity Head of the Theater Department Elizabeth Booman said in a release. “A stage and auditorium will provide the lighting and sound systems that our productions need to be truly professional and visually pleasing. This new space will also provide a great blessing to each and every actor in the Theater Department, and will be a sanctuary of story-telling for years to come.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\"A permanent gymnasium is like a dream come true. A facility like this on our Holy Trinity campus will be a game changer for many reasons,” Holy Trinity Athletic Director Josiah Tobin said in a release. “It will allow our athletes to practice on campus. A permanent gymnasium will also assist in making our school feel more established by providing the opportunity to meet in one place as a whole school for large events. Home games provide another incredible way for our school community to rally together by encouraging our athletes, promoting school spirit, and building meaningful relationships.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Holy Trinity completes successful capital campaign', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'holy-trinity-completes-successful-capital-campaign', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:55:17', '2021-12-15 18:55:17', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54105', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54107, 4, '2021-12-15 13:56:14', '2021-12-15 18:56:14', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The City of Beaufort has received a $750,000 Community Development Block Grant that will be used for a streetscape and drainage project on Calhoun Street.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This project, which will go to bid in the first quarter of 2022, will include the installation of a closed drainage system, allowing stormwater runoff to be discharged to a nearby pond. All utilities will be placed underground, except for Dominion\'s overhead transmission lines.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The two-lane street will be reconfigured to allow on-street parking on both sides, a 5-foot landscaped strip on both sides, and sidewalks on both sides. New lighting will also be installed.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The project is estimated to cost $3.6 million.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'City receives $750K grant for Calhoun Street', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'city-receives-750k-grant-for-calhoun-street', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:56:15', '2021-12-15 18:56:15', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54107', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(54109, 4, '2021-12-15 13:57:09', '2021-12-15 18:57:09', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beginning Jan. 1, 2022, vehicle and motorcycle owners can obtain a 250th Year Anniversary Revolutionary War specialty license plate. This plate is available to all South Carolina residents for the price of the regular vehicle registration.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Gov. Henry McMaster signed the plate into law this past session, and the plate sunsets in 2033.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The South Carolina Revolutionary War Sestercentennial Commission provided the design for this special license plate.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The 250 Commission’s mission is to celebrate and promote South Carolina’s role in the American Revolution. As with the bicentennial plate in 1976, I’m excited our citizens will have an opportunity to use a beautiful license plate to promote our state’s rich history” State Representative Neal Collins said in a release.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Rep. Collins introduced the bill for this special license plate in legislation in early 2021.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Customers interested in buying the 250th Year Anniversary Revolutionary War specialty plate must complete the Application for a Special License Plate (SCDMV Form MV-95) and pay all required fees. The plate is available at SCDMVOnline.com, at any SCDMV branch office, or by mail.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If requesting the plate by mail, the completed form should be mailed, along with a check or money order made out to the SCDMV, to the following address: SCDMV, Specialty Plates Unit, P.O. Box 1498, Blythewood, S.C. 29016-0038.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'SC to offer commemorative license plate for 250th anniversary of American Revolution', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'sc-to-offer-commemorative-license-plate-for-250th-anniversary-of-american-revolution', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:57:09', '2021-12-15 18:57:09', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54109', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54111, 4, '2021-12-15 13:58:12', '2021-12-15 18:58:12', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort County staff presented an outline to the County Council Executive Committee on Dec. 6, on the planned usage of the Federal American Rescue plan funds. The recommendations come from the ARPA task force that included significant stakeholders from across the County.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“With the knowledge we have gained over the last six months, we believe we came up with a plan that benefits the entire county and is a good use of the federal funds,” Assistant County Administrator – Engineering Jared Fralix said in a release.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Taskforce members include representatives from Beaufort County Government, Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Port Royal, Beaufort, Yemassee, Lady’s Island-St. Helena Fire District, Bluffton Fire District, Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, Beaufort County School District, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, University of South Carolina – Beaufort, Technical College of the Lowcountry, Lowcountry Regional Transit Authority, and Beaufort Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Each item on this list will require further details and be presented to the respective County Committee and then County Council for individual approval and public comment.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Public Service Teacher Loan Payoff Program – $1,000,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Partner with the Beaufort County School District to create a loan payoff program for teachers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>County Public Safety Recruitment and Relocation – $500,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Create incentives for Human Resources to utilize in recruitment efforts through stipends, signing bonuses, and other incentives to hire and keep employees.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Nursing Pilot Program – $700,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort County, in partnership with Beaufort Memorial Hospital (BMH), Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL), and Beaufort County School District, will partner to offer a CNA degree track as an Academy in high schools both North and South of the Broad River.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Regional Housing Trust Fund – $1,200,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Seed money to create the housing trust fund.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The goal is to create new housing units, or rehabilitate or preserve existing housing units, for households at or below 120% of Area Median Income, with a strong focus on households at or below 60% of Area Median Income.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>County Talent Recruiter – $200,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When needed, utilize a professional executive recruiter to recruit specialized and skilled workers to the county workforce</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Example IT professionals</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>County upgrade to the Emergency Management Station Elerting System – $2,500,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The system will fully integrate all notifications methods into one system</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This will improve response times and streamline dispatching</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Supporting Local Municipalities through the Good Neighbor Fund – $3,000,000/$500,000 per municipality</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Municipalities would apply for the funds with the County for projects of their choosing that meet the guidelines and timelines of ARPA.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A one-time disbursement of $500,000 to each municipality once requirements are met.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Municipalities could be able to apply for one project or multiple projects.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>St Helena Splashpad and Play Area – $1,250,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A recreational facility that creates a space where children can come together to play while preserving and promoting the culture of St. Helena..</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>New Riverside Park (Bluffton) – $1,000,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Funding would go toward phase 1 of the Conceptual Master plan, which includes:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Primary Park Entrance and Vehicular Access</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Main Parking Lot, Trailhead &amp; Restrooms</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Garvey Hall Entrance &amp; Vehicular Access</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hall Parking Lot and Trailhead and Restrooms</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hiking trails totaling approximately 6.15 miles of varying surfaces and difficulty</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Burton Wells Waterpark &amp; Campground – $1,000,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Create tourist revenue-generating facilities similar to Greenville &amp; Charleston County Parks &amp; Recreation</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Reconstruction Era National Historic Parks Network of Signs Program – $350,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Signage that lends a unified County-Wide presence to our historic sites related to the Reconstruction Era.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Innovation – $1,900,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Broadband Adoption – $500,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Starlink Beta Test – $200,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Electric Vehicle County &amp; Community Readiness – $1,200,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>All three of these projects are placeholders as the county staff identifies funding opportunities at the State and Federal level.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>South Coast Cyber Building – $500,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Partner with the EDC, TCL, USCB, City of Beaufort, South Coast Cyber, and many other stakeholders to purchase and renovate a facility to establish a world-class center of excellence for cyber security and cyber defense education research innovation and business.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The Gullah Farmers Cooperative (GFC) – $250,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Coordinate with EDC and GFC to complete critical facility upgrades, equipment purchases, upgrades, create an apprenticeship program and provide living wages for additional needed workers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Land Purchase – $50,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Support the Beaufort County EDC with a one-time grant of ARPA dollars towards land purchase intended to stimulate growth in underserved areas.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Community Buildings – $3,000,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Garden’s Corner – $1,000,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>St Helena – $1,000,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Daufuskie – $1,000,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There is a lack of neighborhood community meeting spaces where various partners can reach residents and upgrade existing community buildings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Mental Health Telehealth – $1,000,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Work with Beaufort Memorial Hospital to recruit a Hospital Psychiatrist that can treat inmates via Telehealth for a predetermined period.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Potential funding from Beaufort County School District may be available to serve the student population.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Infrastructure</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Regional Ferry Service – $500,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>General Infrastructure Fund – $8,000,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Water and Sewer – $3,000,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>County ID Data Center – $400,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort County Regional Ferry Study – $500,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The $500,000 would be used to study and plan a County-wide ferry service.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Identify opportunities and incentives for improving/expanding marine access and transport services, e.g., ferry services for residents of Beaufort County.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Partnership with Savannah, Ga., and other municipalities as available.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Funds – $5,300,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Airport Investment – $2,000,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Solid Waste and Recyling Investment – $2,000,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>County Garage Capital Fund – $1,000,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Daufuskie Island Improvements Fund – $300,000</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>ARPA Management – $905,000</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hire Project and fiscal Managers to ensure funds are spent timely, correctly, and reported to the Federal Government appropriately.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Beaufort County releases Federal American Rescue Plan funds outline', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-county-releases-federal-american-rescue-plan-funds-outline', '', '', '2021-12-15 13:58:13', '2021-12-15 18:58:13', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54111', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54113, 4, '2021-12-15 13:59:09', '2021-12-15 18:59:09', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The Historic Port Royal Museum</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or upon request, Thursdays through Sundays, The Historic Port Royal Museum, 1634 Paris Ave. The museum features the turn-of-the-century businesses and industries of Port Royal: Shrimping, crabbing, oystering, the railroad, the school and the mercantile. Great gifts featuring local artists are available. For more information. visit www.portroyalhistory.org, email unionchurch1004@gmail.com or call 843-524-4333.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tour Historic Fort Fremont</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Fort Fremont History Center, Fort Fremont Preserve, 1124 Land’s End Road, St. Helena Island. Docent-led tours are at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. every Saturday. Travel back in time to the 1800s and the Spanish American War. Visitors to Fort Fremont can learn about the fort’s history by reading interpretive panels, taking a self-guided tour with a smart phone, visiting the history center exhibit hall, or attending a docent-led tour of the property. The Preserve is open to the public Monday through Sunday from dawn to dusk. For more information, visit www.fortfremont.org or contact Passive Parks manager Stephanie Nagid at snagid@bcgov.net.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Port Royal Farmers Market</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, year round, 1615 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Rain or shine. For more information, visit http://www.portroyalfarmersmarket.com/, visit @portroyalfarmersmarket on Facebook or call 843-295-0058.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>“Pull Yourself Up” Group Exercise Class for women</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9:30 a.m., select Saturdays, Wardle Family YMCA, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal. This multi-generational women’s group training is a 5-week program taught by Kelly Blackston. It is designed for females who wish to be stronger especially using back muscle shoulders and arms plus build camaraderie and make new friends. Free for ages 13-19; $10 per class for YMCA members; $20 per class for adult non-member. Questions should be directed to Denice Davis, YMCA Healthy Living Program Director at 843-521-1904 or beaufort-jasperymca.org.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort Art Association’s All Member Show</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, through 2022, Beaufort Art Association Gallery, 913 Nay Street, Beaufort. Each year, the Gallery invites all the BAA general members to submit two pieces of their art, to be exhibited. This year the public will be able to see the work of a dozen or more members who support BAA but chose only to exhibit through our satellite galleries and our Spring Show.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The Beaufort Railroaders’ 28th Annual Christmas Trains</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Saturday, Dec. 18, Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott Street. Free and open to the public.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort Christian Women’s Connection quarterly luncheon</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 16, The Baptist Church of Beaufort. Lunch by Holmes Catering is $18. There will be singing of Christmas carols before hearing our speaker from Stonecroft. We will collect unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots and non-perishable food items for the Franciscan Center Pantry. Call Marti Myers at 843-321-0962 or email her at puddlesportia@gmail.com by Dec. 8.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Chill With A Cop</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 17, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Kickoff your Christmas break and come watch the family movie “Goonies.” Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. A raffle will be held for kids ages 5 to 17 before the start of the movie (must be present to win). Hot chocolate, sponsored by Kilwins, hot apple cider, and popcorn will be served free at the event. Vendors will be on site with food for sale.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Adaptive Golf Experience Clinic</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9 to 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 18, The Legends at Parris Island. Registration begns at 8 a.m. Free and open to civilians, veterans and active military. Led by golf professionals and physical therapists. Clinics target veterans and civilians with physical disabilities or challenges. As a participant, you’ll receive complimentary instruction on both the full golf swing and putting, taught by experienced professional golf instructors, fellow adaptive athletes who are already golfers and volunteers. No prior experience with golf is necessary – just a desire to learn or to help others. Our goal is to help those with disabilities learn new abilities through adaptive golf.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Healing with Words</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1-3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18, NeverMore Books, 910 Port Republic, Beaufort. Meet Affirmations author Angelique Medow for a complimentary, personal, word medicine reading and/or book signing. Hailing from the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, Medow began writing her books in Beaufort, and kicks off her national tour by paying tribute to the Lowcountry and all who\'ve offered care and support.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Christmas Eve on the Green</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 24, Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 860 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island. With Willie Turral and live music by Queen Gwen Yvette. Oyster roast, free meal, a raffle and last-minite Christmas shopping with our vendors. Interested vendors contact 843-575-3483.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands guided tours</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>9 a.m., Friday, Jan. 21; Saturday, Feb. 12; Friday, Feb. 25. The Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands (501c3) offers free tours with Master Naturalist Jill Moore from Moore To Life. Tours begin at the amphitheater (Paris Avenue), and you will be guided through the rookery, viewing the many varieties of birds and wildlife and learning the benefits of this stormwater system &amp; working organic laboratory. To sign up for a tour please email Kat Bray at info@foprcw.org. For more information, visit www.foprcw.org, follow us on Facebook at FriendsofPRCypressWetlands, or on Instagram at friendsofprcypresswetlands.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Bridges Prep Inshore Slam Fishing Tournament</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>April 8, 9. Captains meeting, TBD. Weigh in at Butler Marine Dry Stack. Species include spottail bass, spotted sea trout and flounder. Cost is $150 per boat. All funds raised support Bridges Prep athletic programs. Cash prizes for combined weight. Great opportunity to fish and help support the school. Those interested in sponsoring the event, contact Coach Gruel (bgruel@bridgesprep.org) or Gaylets (sgaylets@bridgesprep.org). 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(54115, 4, '2021-12-15 14:00:43', '2021-12-15 19:00:43', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Habitat restoration at the Evergreen property began on December 9, and five more properties will be worked on over the next six months, providing a revenue of approximately $300,000 to the County Passive Parks Program.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\"It is important for our forests and the wildlife within to have healthy, safe, and natural habitats that will ensure the ecosystems are properly balanced and thriving,\" Beaufort County Passive Parks Manager Stefanie Nagid said in a release.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Six properties were identified for habitat restoration in the Forest Management Plan and Activity Schedule approved by County Council on June 22, 2020. The properties include Evergreen, Barrel Landing, Garvey Hall, Manigault Neck, Okatie Marsh, and Pinckney Point.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Habitat restoration includes thinning trees, clearing underbrush, and timber harvests. Most noticeable will be timber harvests of slash and loblolly pine trees across approximately 250 acres out of the 13,000 acres of the properties managed by the Passive Parks Manager.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The harvested slash and loblolly pine tree areas will be replanted with Longleaf Pine trees. Longleaf pine reforestation is nationally recognized as beneficial to southeastern forest health and encouraged to restore in areas where natural stands have been lost. Longleaf pine is also less susceptible to bark beetles and insect pests than other Southern pines and is more tolerant of high winds and drought.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>County Council approved the timber harvest bid on April 12, 2021. Money from the sale of the timber will be used to continue land management needs on the County’s Rural and Critical Lands properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Since 2000, Beaufort County citizens have approved five bond referendums, totaling $160 million, to fund land purchases and passive park improvement projects. As a result, more than 26,000 acres of land have been protected through either fee-simple purchase or purchase of development rights.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The community has deemed these properties unique, and the acquired properties have scenic views, critical habitat, water access, or historical significance. Proper stewardship of these natural and cultural resources is fundamental to land management and the protection of the conservation values of these properties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information, visit the County Passive Parks webpage at https://bit.ly/30pn5Wf.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information on recreation projects, visit the County Passive Parks projects webpage at <a href=\"https://bit.ly/3m21ryR.\">https://bit.ly/3m21ryR.</a></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Habitat restoration projects begin in Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'habitat-restoration-projects-begin-in-beaufort', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:00:44', '2021-12-15 19:00:44', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54115', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(54120, 4, '2021-12-15 14:06:27', '2021-12-15 19:06:27', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At approximately 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 14, Beaufort County Sheriff\'s Office deputies responded to a report of a gunshot victim in the Polk Village neighborhood of Beaufort.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At the scene, deputies located an adult male who sustained gunshot wounds.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Emergency Medical Services transported the wounded man to Beaufort Memorial Hospital.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the Sheriff\'s Office, it was learned that the subject responsible for the shooting fled the area before deputies arrived.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Based on witness interviews and other information gathered at the scene, it appears the shooting was a targeted incident and there is not believed to be a threat to the general public, the Sheriff’s Office said.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As of press time, there was no update on the wounded man\'s condition.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Anyone with information on the shooting is encouraged to contact Sheriff\'s Office Dispatch at 9-1-1.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Man shot in Polk Village', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'man-shot-in-polk-village', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:06:28', '2021-12-15 19:06:28', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54120', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54122, 4, '2021-12-15 14:08:03', '2021-12-15 19:08:03', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Col. Rich Dreman, Chief of Staff at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, reads “Twas The Night Before Christmas,” written by Clement Clarke Moore in 1823, to some of the children attending the Parris Island Marine Corps Band’s Christmas Concert on Saturday at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Nearly 300 people crammed into the park to listen to the free concert. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'CHRISTMAS CONCERT', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'christmas-concert-2', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:08:05', '2021-12-15 19:08:05', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54122', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54124, 4, '2021-12-15 14:08:57', '2021-12-15 19:08:57', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Knight’s Inn Motel catches fire Sunday at Point South</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A Jasper County Sheriff’s deputy working night security at Point South at I-95 helped stop a small motel fire from possibly becoming a disaster Sunday, Dec. 12, according to a release from Jasper County administration.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Around 8:30 p.m. Dec. 12, Jasper County Sheriff’s Staff Sgt. Charles Williams was on a car patrol in Point South and was driving through the parking lot of the Knight’s Inn Motel. He noticed what appeared to be fog forming near the farthest point of the motel – but rolled down his patrol car window and smelled smoke.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Williams radioed the Jasper County communications center and asked for fire and emergency services support, then began evacuating guests from the rooms closest to the fire.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Jasper County Fire and Rescue, Sheldon Fire Department and Hampton County Fire Rescue responded to the motel fire due to its location on I-95 and its proximity to those fire stations.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Arriving fire crews encountered a motel room on fire on the second floor, and some of that room already had collapsed onto the room below. Crews quickly contained and put out the fire.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The quick work by all responders limited the impacts of the fire and safeguarded the occupants. Staff Sergeant Williams did a great job of being alert and investigating something that at first appeared to be simple fog but turned out to be a motel room on fire,” Jasper County Director of Emergency Services Chief Russell Wells said in a release.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The cause of the fire is still under investigation. No injuries were reported and at this time, there’s no damage estimate.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Jasper Co. Sheriff’s deputy stops motel fire from spreading', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'jasper-co-sheriffs-deputy-stops-motel-fire-from-spreading', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:08:57', '2021-12-15 19:08:57', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54124', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54128, 4, '2021-12-15 14:11:33', '2021-12-15 19:11:33', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>R.I.P, Senator Dole</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As we sadly say good-bye to one of the 20th century’s most honorable patriots and public servant, Bob Dole, I want to share my personal experience with his wonderful sense of humor.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I don’t remember why or when we Republicans were meeting in Atlanta in the early 90s, but Senator Dole dropped in on a social gathering of our South Carolina group. He took the mike to briefly address our group, and I’ll have to paraphrase his comment that remains with me when other comments are long gone.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To wit: “I love your Strom Thurmond – he’s my mentor. I watch every move he makes. If he eats a banana, I eat a banana.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Well, it must have worked because both he and Senator Thurmond enjoyed long, productive lives. Rest in Peace, Senator Dole.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Edie Rodgers, Beaufort</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br><strong>2021 Holiday Lighted Boat Parade results</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Many thanks to all those who worked so hard to make the 2021 Holiday Lighted Boat Parade a success. Mother Nature gave us wonderful weather for the parade. The members of the America’s Boating Club of Beaufort and the City of Beaufort worked together to set up Chambers Park for the festivities.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The judges were:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Former Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling, author of Sharing Common Ground: Promises Unfulfilled but Not Forgotten;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort Police Chief Dale McDorman; and</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Lt. Colonel Andrew Johannes, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The parade was led by Past Commander Russ Appleton of the Beaufort club. There were 12 power boats and one sailboat.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The winners were:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Boats smaller than 25 feet</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1. Spero, Captained by Stephen Murray with Dr. Seuss theme.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>2. Shitter’s Full, Captained by Shawn and Lara Morris with “Cousin Eddie is back” theme.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Boats longer 25 feet</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>1. Sweet Carolina, Captained by John Sral with Christmas Sweets theme.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>2. Career Opportunities, Captained by Chris &amp; Jenn Collins with Feeling Christma“sea” theme.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A special thank you to Beaufort Search and Rescue for having their boats on the water. They participated in the captain’s meeting on Thursday and on the water on Saturday.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Commander Mary Corsaro, SN, America’s Boating Club of Beaufort</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'LETTERS TO THE EDITOR', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'letters-to-the-editor-46', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:11:34', '2021-12-15 19:11:34', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54128', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54130, 4, '2021-12-15 14:12:47', '2021-12-15 19:12:47', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort’s John and Cathy Stump, 62 and 64, joined the United States Marine Corps in 1981 and 1982, respectively, and attended Officer Candidate School at Quantico followed by assignment to Lejeune, where they met and married. Each entered the field of Motor Transport, serving first at Lejeune (where John deployed to Norway) and next in Okinawa with temporary duty in Korea, the Philippines, and Iwakuni, Japan.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Their next duty station was at Parris Island, where Cathy was a Recruit Company Commander, and at MCAS Beaufort, where John was in Marine Wing Support establishing airfields in remote locations, including for Desert Storm and in Norway.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54038,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-and-Cathy-Stump-Young.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-and-Cathy-Stump-Young-1024x785.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54038\"/></a></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They returned to Quantico, including an assignment for Cathy with Headquarters Marine Corps. Thereafter, they headed west to Pendleton for three years, where Cathy trained Marines for deployment and John managed Marine motor transport throughout the region. Their final tours were served at Parris Island, where Cathy provided Supply and Services and John worked the recruiting support for eight states.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They retired in 2004, John as a Major and Cathy as a Lieutenant Colonel. Cathy worked as a civil servant at Parris Island for an additional 14 years. They have been married for 38 years, and John is the Commandant of the Marine Corps League Yellow Footprints Detachment in Beaufort.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Compiled by John Chubb, American Legion Post 9. For nominations, contact jechubb1@gmail.com.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'VETERANS OF THE WEEK – JOHN AND CATHY STUMP', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'veterans-of-the-week-john-and-cathy-stump', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:12:48', '2021-12-15 19:12:48', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54130', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54132, 4, '2021-12-15 14:14:07', '2021-12-15 19:14:07', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Late in November, Phil Saracin photographed these palmettos in the morning mist. To 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.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'LOWCOUNTRY LIFE', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-life-189', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:14:09', '2021-12-15 19:14:09', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54132', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54134, 4, '2021-12-15 14:15:52', '2021-12-15 19:15:52', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>&nbsp;<strong>By Mike McCombs&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On Friday, Dec. 10, tornadoes and straight-line winds ravaged six states and many communities across the central United States. The death toll, according to the Associated Press, has reached 88 (as of Monday night), 74 in Kentucky.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And the worst may be to come for those who survived. Tens of thousands are without heat, water or electricity in frigid cold conditions for the foreseeable future – weeks, maybe longer.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The affected communities need short- and long-term help to recover from the catastrophic damage.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The United Way of the Lowcountry is reaching out to those here who want to help. The organization sent out a statement by President and CEO Dale Douthat on Monday.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Unfortunately, this weekend saw yet another disaster that affected multiple states — and hundreds if not thousands of families. If you’re like me, when disaster hits you want to do something to help. You also want to make sure your support is well used,” Douthat wrote.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Whether in the Lowcountry, or in the Midwest, when disaster strikes, state and local United Ways across the nation spring into action to help ensure that resources get where they are needed most.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“LIVING UNITED means that we come together in the good times and the bad to help each other weather the storm&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“If you would like to donate to help the communities affected by the tornadoes, United Way of the Lowcountry will work with the local United Ways in those areas affected to make sure that 100 percent of your donation goes to where it’s needed most.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To donate to the United Ways in the impacted communities, go to https://bit. ly/3lXQGxx. For questions or more information, email Erin Bowman at ebowman@ uwlowcountry.org or call 843- 982-3040.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Other ways to help&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The impacted communities, Kentucky in particular, are in need of blood donations. Supplies were already low prior to the storms. <strong>The American Red Cross</strong>, in particular, is asking those who want to help to download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>CARE </strong>is providing food, water and cash vouchers for residents in impacted communities. For more information or to help, visit<a href=\" https://bit.ly/31SSnoY. \"> https://bit.ly/31SSnoY.&nbsp;</a></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear established the <strong>Team Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund </strong>to assist those impacted by the tornadoes and the severe weather system. All donations are tax-deductible, and donors will receive a receipt for tax purposes after donating. Visit https://bit.ly/3INYDiv for more information or to donate.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The Salvation Army </strong>is accepting clothing, blankets and monetary donations. Monetary donations can be made at https://bit. ly/3GDNJdi.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>GoFundMe </strong>has a list of verified fundraisers for both families and first responders in impacted communities. It can be found at https://bit. ly/3EW7Q5Z.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ask your preferred local church or ministry if and how they are helping the victims of the storm.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Federal assistance&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>President Biden has declared a state of emergency for Kentucky and instructed the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help 15 counties there, pledging the federal government’s full support for relief efforts.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On Saturday, Biden said, “I say to all the victims — you’re in our prayers — and all those first responders, emergency personnel and everyone helping their fellow Americans that this is the right thing to do at the right time, and we’re going to get through this.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Mike McCombs is the Editor of The Island News and can be reache</em>d at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Lowcountry residents can help victims of tornadoes in central US', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-residents-can-help-victims-of-tornadoes-in-central-us', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:25:14', '2021-12-15 19:25:14', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54134', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54136, 4, '2021-12-15 14:19:37', '2021-12-15 19:19:37', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Welcome Safe Harbor (is Port Royal ready for this?) </strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>PORT ROYAL<em> </em>– It’s happened again. The 300 acres of Port Royal’s waterfront has been sold to new owners. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The official documents were signed last month, as most people in the town already knew. But the sale was publicly announced last week that Safe Harbor Marinas, reportedly the largest marina operator in the world, are the newest owners.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The reported price is $20.5 million for the 300 acres, up from $9 million which the previous owners, Gray Ghosts Properties, paid the S.C. Ports Authority for their part of the property in 2017. A testament to what we all know: that land prices are on the rise.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Since the Port of Port Royal ceased operation around 2004, the future of the property and the land surrounding it has been the source of much debate.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Development agreements carefully crafted by the town and the buyers and their attorneys outline plans for a new marina with slips for up to 300 boats, the existing 240-boat dry-stack storage facility and residential development of up to 500-plus homes. Commercial development is also part of the mix.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Residents have been anticipating these changes for years, since the once busy shipping port was closed. Community leaders have taken its economic development potential seriously and have tried to prepare a sound vision with plans and development agreements.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But residents have to look no further than to their neighbors south of the Broad River to be reminded one must be careful what one wishes for.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The once mile-square municipality of Bluffton, known for its’ “eccentric state of mind,” has grown to more than 50 miles and one of its newest annexations, Palmetto Bluff, is causing heartburn.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As David Lauderdale, columnist extraordinaire with The Island Packet/Beaufort Gazette recently summarized the town leaders’ initial efforts to control growth, “it was like a speckled trout swallowing a shark.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Palmetto Bluff now has new owners who want some changes to the original development agreement. They’re asking the town council for permission to extend fueling lines to an already permitted marina on the May River plus a second dry-stack storage facility.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The town planning commission has recommended disapproval and the town council have sent the proposed changes to a negotiating team.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Concerned citizens including the Coastal Conservation League have organized a petition drive to reject the changes.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Port Royal residents might want to take note.<br></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Not so fast, my friends</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>BEAUFORT – Apparently I pontificated prematurely in last week’s column when I praised our local Christmas parade effort for being drama-free.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At least one parade unit espousing “icky politics,” as one letter-to-the-editor writer stated, drew some negative feedback and behind-the-screens hand-wringing from organizers who pledged “never to let that happen again.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I’m not going to let “one bad apple spoil the basket.” I stand by my comment that we’re pretty thankful and simply wish others would display more civility.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Lolita Huckaby Watson is a community volunteer and former reporter/editorial assistant/columnist with The Beaufort Gazette, The Savannah Morning News, Bluffton Today, Beaufort Today and The Robesonian (Lumberton, N.C.). She can be reached at bftbay@gmail.com.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'LOWCOUNTRY LOWDOWN', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-lowdown-59', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:19:38', '2021-12-15 19:19:38', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54136', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(54138, 4, '2021-12-15 14:22:34', '2021-12-15 19:22:34', '<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>Port of Port Royal sale complete</strong><br><br></h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>&nbsp;<strong>From staff reports&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This time, it’s for real.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Safe Harbor Marinas confirmed its purchase of the Port of Port Royal in a Dec. 7 news release.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to the release, the acquisition of the former South Carolina State Ports Authority terminal in downtown Port Royal was completed November 12.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Island News’ Lolita Huckaby first reported on Safe Harbor’s plans to buy the port in June.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“We are very excited to welcome Port Royal to Safe Harbor,” Safe Harbor Marinas Chief Investment Officer Jason Hogg said in the release. “The permitted marina will complement the existing dry stack and surrounding facilities by providing first class dockage in walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Port Royal.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Safe Harbor Port Royal currently has a 240 unit dry stack facility, a 70,000 square foot shipping terminal and more that 45 acres of developable land in the heart of the charming southern seaport.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“We look forward to working with the town of Port Royal to create a world class boating destination,” Hogg said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Grey Ghost Properties (GGP) bought the shuttered port facility in 2017 for $9 million from the state.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The town had been working with GGP to develop a comprehensive “marina village” on the banks of Battery Creek – a “village” that includes the current dry-stack storage facility, the former port terminal building, the current Fishcamp restaurant and open space for more than 500 dwelling units.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The planned unit development, or PUD, approved by the town council in 2017 also includes commercial space and a 300-slip marina.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The agreement between Gray Ghost and the town remains intact and is part of the sale, which is reportedly for more than $20 million. Any changes to the agreement remain to be seen.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Sands Beach and the Port Royal shrimp docks, returned to the town some time ago by Grey Ghost, are not part of the sale.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Safe Harbor Marinas is a national marina operations company which leases Beaufort’s Downtown Marina and owns Port Royal Landings and Skull Creek Marina on Hilton Head Island, as well as more than 100 other marinas. Safe Harbor was purchased in October 2020 by Sun Communities, a real estate investment trust.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'At long last', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'at-long-last', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:22:36', '2021-12-15 19:22:36', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54138', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54140, 4, '2021-12-15 14:24:15', '2021-12-15 19:24:15', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>&nbsp;<strong>From staff reports&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A year after the public event was canceled, Wreaths Across America Beaufort will be placing Remembrance Wreaths in Beaufort National Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 18.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A brief ceremony will begin promptly at noon.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort National Cemetery was established in 1863 (prior to the Spanish American War) as one of six national cemeteries for the interment of soldiers and sailors who sacrificed during the Civil War. It now contains the remains of veterans of every race and religion.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are more than 26,000 veteran heroes buried in Beaufort National Cemetery, including 1,000 children, hundreds of unknowns, and two Congressional Medal of Honor recipients.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Several local Fire Departments will be on hand along the route to pay their respects and the traditional motorcycle escort of the tractor trailers carrying the Remembrance Wreaths is estimated to arrive at 11:45 a.m.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If the public would like to watch the escort and arrival of the tractor trailers, they are asked to stay outside the cemetery gates.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When the trucks enter the cemetery, boxes of wreaths will be unloaded and distributed to volunteers at their locations around the cemetery.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Parking within the cemetery will be strictly limited. Members of the public not volunteering are asked to visit the cemetery to pay their respects in the days after the Remembrance Wreaths are placed.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Remembrance Wreath retirement will be Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For questions and more information, please contact Location Coordinator David Edwards at waabeaufort@outlook.com or by calling 912-313-1506.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Wreaths Across America event Saturday at Beaufort National Cemetery', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'wreaths-across-america-event-saturday-at-beaufort-national-cemetery', '', '', '2021-12-15 14:24:16', '2021-12-15 19:24:16', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54140', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(54191, 4, '2021-12-22 06:46:41', '2021-12-22 11:46:41', '', '12182021 Wando @ BHS hoops, girls-5353', 'Bob Sofaly photo\rBeaufort HIgh’s Lady Eagles had thier hands full with Wando during their non-regional basketball game Saturday, Dec. 18. Here, Beaufort’s Jakalah Webb, right struggles to keep the ball from Wando’s Tess Parker durng the second quarter. At left is Beaufort’s Quin Wilson. The Lady Warriors went on to win the contest 59-39.', 'inherit', '', 'closed', '', '12182021-wando-bhs-hoops-girls-5353', '', '', '2021-12-22 06:46:41', '2021-12-22 11:46:41', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12182021-Wando-@-BHS-hoops-girls-5353.jpeg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(54192, 4, '2021-12-22 06:46:43', '2021-12-22 11:46:43', '', '12162021 Nancy Mace @ Morgan Is, 2-6920', ' Signs posted all along the shoreline of Morgan Island advise visitors to stay away and the leave the primates alone. Photo by Bob Sofaly.', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '12162021-nancy-mace-morgan-is-2-6920', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:38:37', '2021-12-23 13:38:37', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12162021-Nancy-Mace-@-Morgan-Is-2-6920.jpeg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(54193, 4, '2021-12-22 06:46:44', '2021-12-22 11:46:44', '', '12162021 Nancy Mace @ Morgan Is, 1-6952', 'Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace, center left, discusses animal cruelty\nissues that have recently come to light regarding primates on Morgan Island (seen\nin background) with reporters Thursday afternoon. Mace alleges that Morgan\nIsland, often referred to as Monkey Island, is a primary source of primates for\nanimal experimentation. Photo by Bob Sofaly.', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '12162021-nancy-mace-morgan-is-1-6952', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:40:48', '2021-12-23 13:40:48', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12162021-Nancy-Mace-@-Morgan-Is-1-6952.jpeg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(54194, 4, '2021-12-22 06:46:46', '2021-12-22 11:46:46', '', '12152021 Adult baseball championship, 3-5205', 'Bob Sofaly photo\nYour 2021 Fall League Adult Beaufort Baseball Leaguie Champions are from left, front row: Rob Lemieux, Tyler Wester, Zack McClam and Steve Vega. Back row from left are: Jim Adams, Wes Anderson, Justin Litchfield, Jamie Langford and Jeremy Smith. The jersey they are holding was worn by team mate Chase Goude who died in April. The game was dedicated to him.', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', '12152021-adult-baseball-championship-3-5205', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:14:25', '2021-12-23 13:14:25', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12152021-Adult-baseball-championship-3-5205-1.jpeg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(54197, 4, '2021-12-22 06:46:53', '2021-12-22 11:46:53', '', 'Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 Change of Command Ceremony', 'U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jarrod A. DeVore, outgoing commanding officer, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 (VMFA-312), Marine Aircraft Group 31 (MAG-31) relinquishes command to Lt. Col. Clayton D. Gard III, commanding officer, VMFA-312, MAG-31, during the VMFA-312 Change of Command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, December 3, 2021. The change of command ceremony represents the official passing of authority from the outgoing commander, to the incoming commander. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Parker)', 'inherit', '', 'closed', '', 'marine-fighter-attack-squadron-312-change-of-command-ceremony', '', '', '2021-12-22 06:46:53', '2021-12-22 11:46:53', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/6970512.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(54199, 4, '2021-12-22 06:46:58', '2021-12-22 11:46:58', '', '-DSC_7945', 'Whale Branch senior Quintillion\nFields lays in the go-ahead basket\nin the Warriors’ 52-48 home win\nover Battery Creek on Saturday.\nFields finished with eight points\nto help Whale Branch improve to\n6-0.', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'dsc_7945', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:15:29', '2021-12-23 12:15:29', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_7945.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(54200, 4, '2021-12-22 06:47:00', '2021-12-22 11:47:00', '', '-DSC_7704', 'Battery Creek’s Noah Northway drives to his left during the Dolphins’ 52-48 loss at Whale Branch on Saturday. Northway scored 15\npoints, following up a 16-point showing a night earlier at Beaufort High. Photos by Justin Jarrett / LowcoSports.com.', 'inherit', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'dsc_7704', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:16:36', '2021-12-23 12:16:36', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_7704.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(54203, 4, '2021-12-22 07:00:29', '2021-12-22 12:00:29', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On Monday, Dec. 21, a large group of family, friends, supporters, and staff of the Port Royal Sound Foundation gathered on Lemon Island to celebrate the renaming of its Maritime Center in honor of founding members Sharon and Dick Stewart.&nbsp;<br><br>The Stewarts were introduced by the Foundation’s Executive Director Jody Hayward and Board President Dean Moss, then each made remarks.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54161,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PRSF-Renaming-04.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PRSF-Renaming-04-916x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54161\"/></a><figcaption>Jody Hayward, Dean Moss and Sharon Stewart</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sharon Stewart spoke passionately about her lifelong love of the water.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Dick Stewart followed, saying, “A mentor once told me, when possible, I should speak after the senior manager. I’m pleased to follow the CEO and president of our family, my best friend, and the love of my life. Thank you, Sharon.”<br><br>He then spoke about the early days of the Foundation, saying its birth had coincided with the birth of his first grandchild, Alex (10), who was in attendance. The Maritime Center, he said, was “born” just a couple of months after his second grandchild, Drew (7), also in attendance. He thanked his grandchildren for their inspiration, saying that without them, he and his wife would not be receiving this honor.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Their birth caused us to reflect on the world we want for future generations,” he said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54164,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PRSF-Renaming-01.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PRSF-Renaming-01-1024x972.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54164\"/></a><figcaption>The Stewarts with their daughter Leigh, son-in-law Andy, and grandchildren, Alex and Drew.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The Maritime Center is located in the center of Port Royal Sound,” Stewart continued. “It sits on the shores of the clean Chechessee River. We hoped this Center would be a physical beacon for people who love the waters and the lands of the Port Royal Sound area. We hoped those people would express that love by making the Center a place of learning and teaching for all ages. Ladies and gentlemen, thank you! You have exceeded our grandest hopes.”<br><br>After the ribbon cutting ceremony, Hayward spoke with The Island News.&nbsp;<br><br>“There were a lot of people involved in creating the center, and in putting together the mission of the Foundation,” Hayward said. “But the visionary – the person who could see decades into the future – was always Dick. And he was always driven and supported by Sharon. I told him a long time ago, just keep me on the right path. I’m going to be doing things and checking lists, but you’re the one who has to keep me on the right track.”<br><br>“Dick has an amazing ability to see past the hard stuff of the day and really be the dreamer for tomorrow,” Hayward continued. “That’s what has driven our success and helped bring more people into the fold, and into the understanding of why this mission is so important.”<br><br><br>To learn more about the Port Royal Sound Foundation and the Sharon and Dick Stewart Maritime Center, visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http://www.portroyalsoundfoundation.org/\">www.portroyalsoundfoundation.org</a>.<br><br><em>Margaret Evans is the editor of Lowcountry Weekly and the co-publisher of The Island News. She can be reached at editor@lcweekly.com.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54162,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PRSF-Renaming-03.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PRSF-Renaming-03-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54162\"/></a><figcaption>The Stewarts were presented with a painting by Mary Segars</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->', 'Maritime Center renamed to honor Sharon and Dick Stewart', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'maritime-center-renamed-to-honor-sharon-and-dick-stewart', '', '', '2021-12-22 07:06:57', '2021-12-22 12:06:57', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54203', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(54206, 4, '2021-12-23 07:09:51', '2021-12-23 12:09:51', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>BOYS BASKETBALL</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort High opens 7-4A schedule with win over Bluffton</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort High’s ferocious frontcourt duo of Zyrin Odom and James Dennison posted double-doubles on Tuesday to power the Eagles to a 67-49 home win over Bluffton to open Region 7-4A play.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Coming off a run to the Class 4A football state championship, most of Beaufort’s key players were late to the party this season, and they’re still working their way into basketball shape. But the bigs were in complete control Tuesday, as Odom racked up 26 points and 12 rebounds, James Dennison added 24 points and 10 boards, and Michael Dennison contributed eight points for the Eagles.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Bobcats got off to a red-hot start and led 17-15 after one quarter, but the Eagles locked in and surged to a 33-22 halftime advantage. They pushed the margin to 15 entering the final period and coasted to the finish.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Jaylin Linder scored 21 points, and DJ Aiken added seven to lead the Bobcats.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort High 70, Battery Creek 55</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The Firm” of Dennison, Dennison and Odom brought its closing arguments in Beaufort High’s crosstown rivalry with Battery Creek on Friday, combining for 50 points, 37 rebounds, and 14 steals as the Eagles completed a season sweep of the Dolphins with a 70-55 home win on Kirkland Court.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>James Dennison continued his torrid start with 22 points, 14 rebounds, and five steals, while Michael Dennison racked up 19 points, eight boards, and four steals, and Zyrin Odom collected nine points, 15 rebounds, four assists, and five steals to lead a Beaufort team that had 12 different players reach the scoring column.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Will White posted a double-double for Creek with 28 points and 10 boards, and Noah Northway contributed 17 points.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>After an opening basket from White, the Eagles went on a 14-2 run over the next six-plus minutes. Creek’s offense struggled to put together runs and the Eagles took a 21-6 lead after the first quarter. The Dolphins fared better in the second quarter putting up 12 points, but the Eagles matched that point total and went into the break up 15.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort caught fire during the opening minutes of the second half, scoring 17 points in just over five minutes. Northway scored six points during a 14-point quarter for the Dolphins, but Creek found itself down by 24 going to the final period. White and Northway found their groove in the fourth, but Beaufort easily held on.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Whale Branch 54, Palmetto Scholars 33</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Whale Branch remained undefeated with a 54-33 home win over Region 7-1A opponent Palmetto Scholars on Friday.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>AJ Singleton and Jashaun Gillison led the Warriors’ balanced output with 16 points each, while Quaeshawn Fields added 11, and Keith Chisholm and Quintillion Fields scored six each.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Dezmon Mathis scored 14 points to lead the Phoenix.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort High 59, Wando 39</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Once again led by a dominant effort from “The Firm,” Beaufort High pulled away late for a 59-39 home win over Wando on Saturday.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Eagles’ imposing frontcourt of Dennison, Dennison and Odom combined for 47 of the Eagles’ 59 points to go along with 32 rebounds to power Beaufort to its fourth straight.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>James Dennison continued his torrid start to the season with 19 points on 7-of-14 shooting along with 15 boards, while his brother Michael Dennison added 16 points and nine rebounds, and Zyrin Odom collected 12 points, eight boards, and five assists.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Warriors led by four at halftime and still held a two-point margin entering the fourth quarter before Beaufort outscored Wando 26-4 in the final period.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Calhoun Falls Charter 63, Whale Branch 42</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Whale Branch gave a sluggish effort in the Warriors’ fourth game in six days Monday, falling 63-42 to Calhoun Falls Charter in the Class 1A Showcase in Hemingway.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It was a matchup of unbeaten teams, as each squad came in with a 6-0 mark, but only the Blue Flashes left with perfection intact.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>AJ Singleton scored 17 points and Jashaun Gillison added 16 for the Warriors, who won’t get to rest any time soon. They play the next two days, meaning they will have played five games in six days at the conclusion of the tournament.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Pinewood Prep 62, Beaufort High 59</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort High had a big lead early and had its chances late, but too many costly turnovers came back to haunt the Eagles in a 62-59 loss to Pinewood Prep on the first day of the Pro Skills Basketball Showcase in Goose Creek.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Eagles opened up a 19-4 lead after scoring the first bucket of the second quarter, but the Panthers rattled off a 16-4 run to pull even at 26, draining four 3-pointers during the stretch. Each team hit nine triples in the contest.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort scored the final six points of the half to take a 32-26 lead into the break and extended it to nine early in the third, but Pinewood clawed back within 46-42 heading to the fourth.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Panthers surged ahead by four with a 7-0 run before Beaufort scored four straight to tie it at 54, but Pinewood rattled off five straight points and the Eagles couldn’t dig out.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort’s frontcourt trio had another terrific outing, as Zyrin Odom collected 25 points and 11 rebounds, James Dennison had 23 points and seven boards, and Michael Dennison added eight points and 10 rebounds.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>GIRLS BASKETBALL</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Bluffton 40, Beaufort High 35</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>An upstart Beaufort High squad gave them all they wanted Tuesday night, but Bluffton’s sensational sophomore class came through to help the Bobcats secure a 40-35 road win and remain undefeated.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sophomores Tacoya Heyward, Madi Washington, and Jaalina Mosley combined for 31 of the Bobcats’ 40 points — 38 of which came from sophomores — to help Bluffton overcome 12-point nights from Beaufort’s Quinn Wilson and Riley Brozek.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Eagles came out strong, holding Heyward scoreless in the first half and taking a 16-15 advantage into halftime, but the Bobcats’ star point guard got on track with a 3-pointer in the third quarter as Bluffton stayed within one going to the fourth, and she put up eight points in the final frame to spark the comeback victory.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Heyward finished with 11 points and 10 rebounds to go with seven steals and four assists, while her classmates also put up big lines. Washington had 10 points, seven boards, and three steals, Mosley added eight points and five rebounds, and Katie Rodney had five points, seven boards, five assists, and three steals.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Wilson scored 12 points for the Eagles, and Brozek hit four 3-pointers — one in each quarter.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Battery Creek 38, Beaufort High 25</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sophia Felix knocked down three clutch triples and Battery Creek went 4-for-5 from the free-throw line in the fourth quarter to put the game out of reach as the Dolphins defeated archrival Beaufort High 38-25 Friday night on Kirkland Court.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Battery Creek’s offense started off with a bang as Felix knocked down two triples early, and the Wilson sisters both connected with 12-footers to put Creek up 11-6 after one quarter. The two teams remained scoreless through the first two-plus minutes of the second quarter before Kiara Wilson found Ashante Shaw with a sweet pass under the basket for two.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Dolphins’ defense continued to keep Beaufort at bay, causing a number of missed shots. Creek shot 26 percent from the field in the first half while holding Beaufort to just 19 percent and opening an 18-10 lead at halftime.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Creek opened the second half on a 5-0 run as Felix sank a three from the wing and then laid one off the glass to force Beaufort to burn a timeout less than two minutes into the half. The Dolphins attacked the offensive boards in the third quarter scoring, four points off of offensive rebounds.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort trimmed Creek’s 10-point lead to seven with just under four minutes to play, but the Dolphins pushed the pace in the final four minutes, attacking the Eagles in the paint and drawing fouls. BC shot 80 percent from the charity stripe in the fourth to secure the victory.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Felix and Kiara Wilson each scored 11 points to lead the Dolphins, while Shaw added eight, including five in the fourth quarter. Quinn Wilson scored 14 points to lead the Eagles.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Wando 56, Beaufort High 39</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Eagles struggled to get going on offense in the first half and couldn’t dig out Saturday at home against Wando.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Warriors raced to a 19-7 lead after one quarter and locked down on defense to hold Beaufort to two points in the second period, taking a 28-9 halftime lead. Beaufort played Wando even in the third quarter and outscored the Warriors in the fourth, but the deficit was too large to overcome.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Holy Trinity 49, Faith Christian 18</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Holy Trinity cruised to its third straight win Friday at home, blasting visiting Faith Christian 49-18.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Mighty Lions got off to a slow start at the offensive end, but they buckled down on defense to open up a 17-12 halftime lead, then shut out the Knights in the third quarter to balloon the margin to 17. Holy Trinity outscored Faith Christian 20-6 in the fourth to close it out.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Eliza Gaillard had a huge night with 18 points on 9-of-18 shooting along with 13 rebounds and three blocks. Lilly Cooler added 14 points and seven rebounds, and Selah McGrew contributed five points and 10 boards for the Mighty Lions.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Holy Trinity (9-1) hosts Charleston Collegiate on Jan. 4.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>WRESTLING</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Eagles sweep double dual; Warriors split</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort High wrestling swept a double dual at home Wednesday, beating North Charleston and Whale Branch, while the Warriors picked up a win over the Cougars in a match that came down to a tiebreaker.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Eagles rolled past the Cougars (66-6) and Warriors (60-18) as Antonion McKnight, Jack Miller, Ryan Brozek, Peter Adam Burvenich, and Colton Phares all pinned both of their opponents. Andrew Legree and Tayriq Legree also picked up one win by pin for Beaufort.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Whale Branch’s Darrell Cummings won by pin against Beaufort and by forfeit against North Charleston, and Jayden Marzett claimed two forfeit wins to go 2-0. King Kight also picked up a forfeit against the Eagles.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Warriors claimed a 31-30 win over the Cougars in a match that finished tied at 30. Whale Branch earned the tiebreaker point by virtue of having fewer forfeited weight classes. Delante Hills and Zaire Polite earned pins against North Charleston, while Freddie Lawton, Cummings, and Marzett won by forfeit.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort (3-2) will be back in action Dec. 29-30 at the May River Shark Invitational. Whale Branch’s next action is a double dual with John Paul II at Bridges Prep on Jan. 6.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>JPII sweeps Colleton Prep, Bridges Prep</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>John Paul II wrestling racked up 16 pins in 17 contested matches while sweeping a pair of duals from Colleton Prep and Bridges Prep at home Saturday.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Golden Warriors piled up eight pins in a 66-12 win over Bridges, amassing a 66-0 lead before the Buccaneers won the final two weights by forfeit. JPII was just as dominant against the War Hawks, again notching eight pins and dropping just one weight class as Colleton Prep’s Carter Simms earned a pin at 145 pounds.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Daniel Snyder, Archer Dewig, William Rooney, Jack Brock, and Kohl Woodham each recorded two pins for JPII, while Oliver Witkowski, Ephrain Jimenez, and Noah Snyder each had a pin and a forfeit, and Peter Torinese won both of his matches by forfeit. Chris Orta and Jase Reynolds also recorded pins for JPI</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'PREP ROUNDUP', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'prep-roundup-6', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:09:52', '2021-12-23 12:09:52', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54206', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54208, 4, '2021-12-23 07:10:51', '2021-12-23 12:10:51', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Athletics shortstop Dylan Tilleston reaches out to tag Rob Lemieux of the Braves during the fourth inning of their championship baseball game Wedensday, Dec. 15, at Burton Wells Park. The Braves won 2-0 to claim the Beaufort County Men’s Adult Baseball Fall Championship. This was the league’s sixth season, and the first championship won by a team other than the Royals. Photo by Bob Sofaly</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'BRAVES WIN! BRAVES WIN!', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'braves-win-braves-win', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:10:53', '2021-12-23 12:10:53', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54208', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54210, 4, '2021-12-23 07:11:32', '2021-12-23 12:11:32', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>LowcoSports.com&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With his Battery Creek wrestling team trailing by one point heading into the final match of the night, senior captain Bradley Smith strode to the center of the mat with the outcome in the balance.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>He returned less than a minute later, victorious.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Smith came out aggressive early and pinned his opponent at 145 pounds in just 34 seconds to seal a key 42-37 victory over region rival Hanahan on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Creek opened the match with back-to-back losses but Nate Gallego (160) got the Dolphins on the board with a pin. Battery Creek secured two more wins before going on a run in which Reily Doray (113), Sam DeGroat (120) and Elmer Linares (126) each picked up victories by fall.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With a loss at the 132, that set the table for Smith\'s quick pin to secure the win.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\"I\'m extremely proud of this program,\" Dolphins coach Alex Rutherford. \"I told the kids it would be a tight match and that it would come down to Bradley. He showed what it means to be a captain and a senior.\"&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A day earlier, the Dolphins were dominant in pair of wins, beating Bluffton 78-6 and John Paul II 75-6. The Bobcats started on a high note with Bradley Denmark’s pin in the 285-pound weight class for a 6-0 lead before Battery Creek won the next 13 bounds, including eight pins and five forfeits.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Riley Doray, Sam Degroat, Bradley Smith, Sebastian Sanchez, Nate Gallego, Hunter Smith, Daniel Sunkins, and Leroy Tyus all won by pin for Battery Creek, and John Coker, Elmer Linares, Aiden Northway, Keegan Doray, and Dre’shaun Brown won by forfeit.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The home team kept it rolling with a 75-6 win over the Golden Warriors, benefiting from eight forfeits. Coker, Ryan Israel, Hunter Smith, and Brown won by pin, Aiden Northway earned an 8-4 decision over Oliver Witkowski at 132, and Sunkins, Tyus, Anthony Phelan, Riley Doray, Degroat, Linares, Bradley Smith, and Gallego picked up wins by forfeit. Jack Brock won by pin at 152 for the Golden Warriors’ lone victory.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Bobcats opened the night with a 33-24 win over John Paul II despite winning only one contested match, as they racked up 30 points on forfeits. Anthony Garcia, Bradley Denmark, Danny Solorzano, Oscar Dircio Flores, and Kevin Lagos Juarez all won by forfeit for Bluffton, and Gabe Fulton clinched the victory with a 12-8 decision over Noah Snyder at 170. Daniel Snyder and Kohl Woodham picked up pins against the Bobcats, while Brock and Chris Orta earned decisions, and Witkowkski won by forfeit.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Battery Creek will break for the holidays before returning to the mat on Dec. 29, participating in the Shark Invitational at May River High School.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Bradley Smith’s pin lifts Dolphins to region win over Hawks', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'bradley-smiths-pin-lifts-dolphins-to-region-win-over-hawks', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:11:32', '2021-12-23 12:11:32', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54210', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54212, 4, '2021-12-23 07:12:38', '2021-12-23 12:12:38', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>LowcoSports.com&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Kiara Wilson drained a go-ahead free throw and Genesis Wilson sealed it with a 3-pointer in overtime to propel Battery Creek girls basketball to a 36-32 road victory over rival Whale Branch on Saturday in Seabrook.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Kiara Wilson posted a team-high 13 points to go along with four assists, three boards and two steals, and Ashante Shaw notched 11 points and was one rebound away from a double-double for the Dolphins, who rallied from a nine-point second-half deficit to force overtime.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Neither team found success on offense early, as the score was 6-2 after one quarter. Shaw scored the lone basket for Creek in the first period after Sophia Felix found her down low for the bucket.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Both offenses continued to struggle until the final minute of the half, as the Warriors found the basket by driving to the hole and picking up a foul to extend the lead. Felix cut into the lead by draining a triple from the wing and then finding Shaw again in the paint to send the Dolphins to the locker room down by five.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The third quarter played out much like the first two as the offenses for both squads struggled from the field. All of Creek’s points during the frame were made from the charity stripe.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But everything changed when Whale Branch star Kynew Barnwell&nbsp;fouled out in the waning minutes of the game after being limited to seven points, leaving the Warriors without a natural ball-handler. Kiana Smashum (11 points) and Layla Love (10 points) stepped up to keep the Warriors close, but Creek took advantage by stepping up its defense and attacking on offense.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Battery Creek forced its way into the bonus early in the fourth stanza and trimmed the lead to three with four minutes to play. WB pushed the lead to five but Felix drained a 10-footer to cut it back to three with 2:09 to play and Kiara Wilson knocked down both ends from the free throw line to make it 27-25.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Carolina Alvarez stripped the ball away from the Warriors and dished it to Shaw, who found the basket to make it 28-27 with only 25 seconds left. Felix stole an inbound pass and was fouled, converting one of two from the line to tie it up. Creek had its chance as Kiara Wilson drove to the hole, but a no-call and a missed basket sent the game to overtime.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Overtime opened with Kiara Wilson taking it right to the basket for Creek’s first lead of the night, and she then went 1-for-2 from the line after being fouled. Genesis Wilson came up with a key steal and broke an ice cold shooting streak by knocking down a three from the wing to put Creek up 36-32 with only 43 seconds remaining. Whale Branch turned the ball over in the final seconds and Battery Creek stormed the court in celebration as the clock read zero.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Battery Creek (4-7) has won three straight going into a three-week break and returns to the court Jan. 7 with a region road trip to Academic Magnet. Whale Branch (4-4) faces Broome in the Trojan Classic in Rock Hill on Dec. 29.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Wilson sisters spark Creek to OT win over Warriors', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'wilson-sisters-spark-creek-to-ot-win-over-warriors', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:17:46', '2021-12-23 12:17:46', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54212', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54214, 4, '2021-12-23 07:16:47', '2021-12-23 12:16:47', '<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>Warriors survive scare from Dolphins to stay perfect </strong><br><br></h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With his Whale Branch boys basketball team’s undefeated record on the line, Jashaun Gillison wasn’t about to let a nasty cramp keep him off the court. Gillison scored six of his 12 points in the fourth quarter, including a huge 3-pointer and a trio of free throws down the stretch, and Antoine Singleton put up 19 points to help the Warriors hold off a scrappy Battery Creek team for a 52-48 home win Saturday.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Will White put together another strong outing for the Dolphins after his 28-point breakout Friday at Beaufort, putting up 16 points in the encore, while Noah Northway maintained his consistent play with 15 points. Quatrell Livingston added seven points along with eight boards while also dishing out three assists for Battery Creek.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Dolphins jumped out to an early lead as White collected five of Creek’s 11 points in the first quarter, and Donyae Brown put the Dolphins back up at the buzzer with a sweet move inside.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54199,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_7945.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC_7945-1024x922.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54199\"/></a><figcaption>Whale Branch senior Quintillion\nFields lays in the go-ahead basket\nin the Warriors’ 52-48 home win\nover Battery Creek on Saturday.\nFields finished with eight points\nto help Whale Branch improve to\n6-0.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Whale Branch started the second quarter on a 16-0 run to take a commanding lead, but after an intentional foul sent Northway to the line, the reliable guard put Creek on the board for the first time and the Dolphins put together a run to cut the Warriors’ lead from 14 to two before halftime as Northway put up nine points in the quarter.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>After Creek tied the game at 25 in the opening seconds of the second half, the Warriors went on a 10-0 run to reclaim the momentum. The Dolphins kept chipping away, making it a five-point game. Whale Branch tried to push the lead out further, but White found his groove from beyond the arc and helped cut the lead to three with five minutes to play.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Te’Shaun Heyward drove to the bucket and scored to make it a one-point game, and Northway picked up an offensive board and put Creek up for the first time at 48-47. Queshawn Fields (9 points) hit one of two free throws to tie it before Quintillion Fields (8 points) drove the lane for the go-ahead bucket.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Then, Gillison took charge. The Whale Branch junior had gone to the bench with a cramp just after knocking down a huge 3-pointer from the left wing, but he was back in for the final seconds and swiped the inbounds pass, then hit both ends of a 1-and-1 to seal it.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Still unbeaten', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'still-unbeaten', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:16:48', '2021-12-23 12:16:48', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54214', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54217, 4, '2021-12-23 07:18:34', '2021-12-23 12:18:34', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>LowcoSports.com&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The S.C. High School League distributed its proposed realignment plan for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school years to member schools Friday, and a couple of changes will come to the Lowco sports scene if the plan is approved.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Most notably, the proposal would move Beaufort High from Region 7-4A to Region 8-3A, where the Eagles would rekindle their rivalry with crosstown foe Battery Creek.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>That would be the only change to Region 7-4A, though, as Bluffton, Colleton County, Hilton Head High, James Island, Lucy Beckham, and May River would remain the region.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The reconfigured Region 8-3A would look significantly different from the region the Dolphins have played in the past two years, as Hanahan, North Charleston, and Philip Simmons would remain, but Bishop England and Oceanside Collegiate — both powerhouses in the current region — would drop to Class 2A.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The other shift affecting the Lowco comes in Class 1A, where Bridges Prep and Royal Live Oaks would move from Region 6-1A to Region 7-1A, joining natural rival Whale Branch.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ridgeland-Hardeeville would remain in Region 6-2A, joined by Barnwell, Edisto, Wade Hampton, and Woodland.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The next step in the process comes with the organizational meetings for each classification from Jan. 18-20, with any appeals to the SCHSL Executive Committee to be heard from Jan. 24-26. The process is scheduled to be completed and the final realignment released on Feb. 22.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'SCHSL realignment proposal would bring changes to Beaufort Co.', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'schsl-realignment-proposal-would-bring-changes-to-beaufort-co', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:18:35', '2021-12-23 12:18:35', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54217', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54219, 4, '2021-12-23 07:21:04', '2021-12-23 12:21:04', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The holiday season is called the most wonderful time of the year, but between buying gifts, hosting parties, trying not to break your healthy habits (or the bank), and attending family gatherings, it can also be the most stressful time of the year.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Once again, we are trying to figure out what to give people who already have everything they need.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Come to think of it, I’m trying to understand how we went from the wise men bringing gifts to Christ as an act of worship to the ritual of giving gifts to each other? I don’t remember Mary and Joseph exchanging presents with the shepherds, or Bethlehem being decorated with tinsel and ribbons.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yes, there is widespread affection for the magical stories and traditions that we are accustomed to, but we also understand that much of our holiday festivities have little to do with Christ. Not to mention that children are taught that Santa has the same abilities as God.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Nonetheless, for those who would rather focus on a more spiritual meaning, we are reminded of the angel’s message to Mary in Luke 1:35, “The holy child that you will give birth to will be called the Son of God.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This has been a sad Christmas especially for those who live in our state. On Dec. 10, we were on stage ready to perform our annual Christmas production with our local theater, when suddenly people’s phones started lighting up. A plane had crashed just a few miles away as the pilot and his passenger were a part of our community that were dearly loved. Early the next morning, a powerful tornado stayed on the ground for more than 100 miles and devastated the Western part of our state.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As of this writing, 77 people have lost their lives, and many lost everything they had. Let us keep these families in our prayers and may we remember to appreciate every moment we have. We are reminded that in all things God is absolutely good and from the words of a popular Christmas song, we humbly bow and proclaim, “O come let us adore Him – Christ the Lord.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If there was ever a reason to celebrate, it would be to tell the world that Jesus Christ is the Savior who came to deliver us from sin and a doomed eternity. He is the Master of the universe, the Creator of all things, and is forever the way, the truth, and the life.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It would have been much easier for the Almighty to send us a Hallmark card expressing how much He cares about us, but instead, He wanted to demonstrate and prove His love by sending His Son to be our Redeemer. He is now patiently waiting for people to decide if they will live for Him or themselves.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s no secret the temptation to become entangled in commercialism can distract us from the true reason for the season, and I suppose this qualifies people like me as being a Grinch. However, in my defense, if you’ve read, “The gift of the Magi” we see there is a significant difference between wisdom and being impulsive, and that love is the real meaning of life – not materialism.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Anyway, there is genuine peace and comfort in knowing that Christ is filled with endless mercy and compassion for everyone. Because of His humble entrance into this realm to save those who believe, we can sing His praises, “Joy to the world, the Lord has come.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So what does Christ want for Christmas? Among the flying reindeer, the abominable snowman, and magical elves, may we humbly realize that all God has ever wanted is our heart. Galatians 4:19 is not usually considered a Christmas text, but the Apostle Paul makes a very interesting statement, “My dear children, for whom I am again in the pains of childbirth until Christ is formed in you.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Is this not an appropriate time to declare our need for Jesus to be born into our lives? A holy truth that never becomes old or outdated and is as life-changing today as it was the moment Jesus appeared. The greatest Christmas miracle would be for Christ to be born in all of us. Do you have room for Him in your life?&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>May we consider the familiar lines of, O Little Town of Bethlehem, “O holy Child of Bethlehem, descend on us we pray, cast out our sins and enter in, be born in us today.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Learn more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Come let us adore him – Christ the Lord', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'come-let-us-adore-him-christ-the-lord', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:21:05', '2021-12-23 12:21:05', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54219', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54221, 4, '2021-12-23 07:23:11', '2021-12-23 12:23:11', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Coastal S.C. Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) awarded its Outstanding Service Award to the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center (RHJVAMC) Emergency Department Team on Thursday, Dec. 16.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>U.S. Army Lt. Colonel Ret. Larry Dandridge, who is the AUSA Chapter’s VP for Veteran and Retiree Affairs, presented the award at a ceremony in the Emergency Department (ED). The award consists of an engraved plaque and framed letter of appreciation and commendation.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The inscription on the ED’s Award Plaque reads:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Coastal S.C. Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) recognizes the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center Emergency Department (ED) Team for providing outstanding customer service and quality of care to Veterans and their families in 2021 (and before). Constantly improving, always kind, ever compassionate, empathetic, contagiously enthusiastic, expert preventers of infection, and focused on patients and their families best describes the Emergency Department Team. It is no wonder the ED gets so many glowing reviews and survey results from their customers. Each of the leaders and employees in the ED are true champions of excellent service!&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“For four years straight, the RHJVAHCS Emergency Department (ED) Team has ranked in the top quarter of all Emergency Departments for providing excellent service and patient experience. During many of the past 48 months, the ED has been recognized as being in the top 10 percent of VA Medical Center EDs for quality of care and customer satisfaction.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“What is unique about the RHJVA Medical Center’s ED Team is they have made improvements in every domain of patient and family care experience over the past four years. This accomplishment has required excellent leadership and employee support across all disciplines. The ED Team has clearly demonstrated an unparalleled level of teamwork between nurses, physicians, other clinicians, and administrative staff. They have worked tirelessly for the past two years, under the most stressful conditions of a deadly pandemic, and through it all the ED Team has prevented infections and provided the highest level of emergency services, not just in the VA but also among the medical industry.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Emergency Department Chief, Dr. Lancer Scott; Assistant Department Chief, Dr. Wade Manaker; Nurse Manager Joye Onorato; Health Administrator Supervisor Mike Rokusek; and the entire ED team were commended for their outstanding services, kindness, compassion, empathy, contagious enthusiasm, and dedication to continuous improvement.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The Coastal S.C. AUSA Chapter presents an award to a special team or individual who works at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center each quarter. Previous winners of this coveted award include: Hannah P. McCoy, Patient Advocate Supervisor; June Robins, Program Analyst; Meredith Miller, Social Worker; the Ward 4B South Team; Davina Dietrich, the ward 4B South Nurse Supervisor; ICU Nurse Lydia Bautista; and Mr. Fred Lesinski, Chief of Customer Experience.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“We veterans in the Lowcountry of S.C. and the coastal region of Northeast, Ga., are fortunate to have a five-star-rated VA Medical Center and its Community Based Outpatient Centers (COBCs) serving us and our families, caregivers, and survivors. The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and Health Care System has been rated in the top 10 percent of all public and private hospitals in the USA for quality of care, patient satisfaction, infection prevention, and many other performance measures for over ten years.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Seek immediate care&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>During a medical emergency, a veteran should immediately seek care at the nearest hospital, whether it is a VA facility or not. Veterans do not need to check with the VA before calling an ambulance or going to a community hospital emergency room.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>However, for VA to coordinate and potentially pay for emergency care, the VA must be notified within 72 hours of the veteran’s hospital visit, at 844-724-7842. For more information, visit https:// www.va.gov/COMMUNITYCARE/programs/veterans/ emergency_care.asp.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Larry Dandridge is a retired Lt. Col. In the U.S. Army. He is a Vietnam War era wounded warrior, a combat and 100 percent disabled veteran, a former Infantryman, former Warrant Officer and pilot. Dandridge is also a past Veterans Service Officer, and a current volunteer Patient Adviser, CEO Advisory Council Member, and Patient and Family Advisory Committee Member at the RHJ VA Medical Center, as well as a published author and free-lance writer. He can be reached at LDandridge@ear</em>thlink.net. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Ralph H. 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(54223, 4, '2021-12-23 07:25:36', '2021-12-23 12:25:36', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Above: The change of command ceremony represents the official passing of authority from the outgoing commander, to the incoming commander. Left: U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jarrod A. DeVore, outgoing commanding officer, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 (VMFA-312), Marine Aircraft Group 31 (MAG-31) relinquishes command Dec. 3 to Lt. Col. Clayton D. Gard III, commanding officer, VMFA-312, MAG-31, during the VMFA-312 Change of Command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. Photo by Cpl. Aidan Parker, USMC.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Change of Command', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'change-of-command-3', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:25:38', '2021-12-23 12:25:38', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54223', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54225, 4, '2021-12-23 07:29:05', '2021-12-23 12:29:05', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>By Billy Keyserling</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On Thanksgiving I had a rare (in these days of division and orchestrated chaos), enlightening and hopeful, feel-good experience.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Before joining family and friends for the warm gathering and “healthy meal,” Paola and I visited “The Little Island” that rests on pedestals over the Hudson River on New York City’s west side.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Little Island is but 2.5 acres but creates a mini world of its own. It was created in large part by the private sector to replace the decrepit Pier 55, which had no practical use and was an eyesore.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Little Island is gorgeously landscaped, with views up and down and across the River. There are steps and ramps that lead to viewing stations, an outdoor amphitheater and rocks on which one can perch to watch the views, but also the people, a favorite pastime of mine in New York City.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While the island is unique and physically beautiful, what struck me the most was the diversity of people out and about in this special place, celebrating a beautiful day of thanks. I heard more languages spoken than I could identify. I saw costumes from around the world.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Young people, old people and sort of older people like me who want to stay young. People from diverse ethnic groups domestically and from abroad sharing the grace of God and the gift of a private citizen who built the island for us to share.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We found on the Little Island an assemblage of gentle people sharing a special place in a courteous way with smiles and joy soaking up the sun and fresh air. Most were wearing masks because of the close proximity of the crowd that meandered the site. No one sneered or criticized them.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When we left the little piece of paradise, represented by the place and its visitors, I told Paola I was not going to watch the “news” because it would ruin such an uplifting experience.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It has been weeks since we were there and the warmth of human feelings remain strong in my head and heart.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The other day, for some reason, I thought of the Simon and Garfunkel song “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Give yourself a gift and learn more about the Little Island at <a href=\"https://littleisland.org/\">https://littleisland.org/</a>. And then think about the lyrics of Bridge over Troubled Water. And finally, think about what you can do to make this is a better world for all.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>How we can expand the Little Island as a Bridge Over Troubled Water throughout the world, restoring peace, freedom, equality, opportunity and common decency as we share this miraculous planet with so many others.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>That’s what on my mind and hopefully something to think about as we enjoy the holiday season. Let’s seek to be kinder, more gentle and civil toward one another. We were brought into this world to create a civil society and to be good shepherds of our natural resources. We can and must do better in 2022.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Have a safe and healthy holiday season while mindfully caring for the many others with whom we share this glorious planet.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Billy Keyserling is the former Mayor of the City of Beaufort.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'New York’s “Little Island” a Bridge over Troubled Water', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'new-yorks-little-island-a-bridge-over-troubled-water', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:29:06', '2021-12-23 12:29:06', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54225', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(54227, 4, '2021-12-23 07:31:22', '2021-12-23 12:31:22', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It is Friday, Dec. 17, 2021 and it’s early, still dark, and I’ve got my coffee and a few minutes to contemplate the past. I don’t often do this — the clang and bang of my life prevent much pondering — but this morning I’ve got Frederick Buechner.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“But there is a deeper need yet, I think, and that is the need — not all the time, surely, but from time to time — to enter that still room within us all where the past lives on as part of the present, where the dead are alive again, where we are most alive ourselves to the long journeys of our lives with all their twistings and turnings and to where our journeys have brought us. The name of that room is Remember …”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I was born in a bait, tackle and cold beer store just south of Valdosta, Ga. There was no doctor, nurse or nurse practitioner in attendance; and but for a Gullah woman named Mollie, I would not have survived the experience.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>My father, actual identity unknown, was said to have been a seller of a frequently applied, largely useless chest ointment then used against influenza, tuberculosis and what was sometimes called “indigestion” in many parts of rural Georgia.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>My mother, as well as her seven siblings, lost her youth, figure and her future in the onion, tomato and turnip fields that were then the only employment for people born into that miserable, humid, gravid geography.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>OK, alright, that’s not entirely accurate.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is, however, the narrative that would have been written on the flyleaf had I been published by Doubleday or Random House. It is the narrative that would be repeated to a bemused audience when speaking at book signings.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>My story actually began in Florence, S.C., during World War II when my mother, the spirited daughter of a sober, solid railroad conductor, gave birth to me attended by a licensed doctor who reshaped my disfigured head and face after a long, difficult birth.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While I was born into a war that was consuming thousands of lives each day, my early life was enriched by a grandmother, Minnie, who made sure I was held, loved and nurtured.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>My father, a soldier, really entered my life when I was seven. Prior to that he had been engaged in the Pacific and Korean Wars. I was the beneficiary of his innate intelligence and his desperation to climb into the middle class.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While my father was sometimes distant, he was relentlessly curious — curious about everything. And though I didn’t know it then, I would become a devisee of his congenital curiosity.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I was born into a southern landscape complete with big-bellied sheriffs, bloviating senators and a long-suffering Black community. William Faulkner, Pat Conroy, Willie Morris, Eudora Welty knew and painted this tableau — a tableau that has informed, infuriated and fascinated readers for more than 150 years.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While I did encounter a few of these characters, for the most part I grew into manhood dealing with teachers, preachers and high school principals trying to do their jobs as honestly as possible. The colorful mendacity that came out of William Faulkner and Walker Percy was not something I saw very often but, well, there were enough exceptions to keep that genre alive and thriving.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In 1969 I married a beautiful, sophisticated young woman well above my station. She brought color and creativity into my monochromatic life. Susan also gave us a son who seems to be the amalgamation of her creativity and my curiosity.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Susan and I settled into Beaufort in 1971 and soon acquired a cohort of friends who were relentlessly idealistic, spending most of their recreational time in meetings — County Council, School Board, Coastal Council, Comprehensive Health, Planning Commission.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>These meetings focused on the failure of public education, lack of basic health care, destruction of wetlands and host of proposals designed build a pathway out of the endemic poverty then prevalent in Beaufort County.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Those hours of sitting and service did not solve all the problems in Beaufort County. But it was a serious effort by well-meaning people that did provide solutions for some.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Regrets?</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When I was growing up I wanted to be a lounge singer. I envisioned myself in a faded tuxedo playing “Misty” to a small, disinterested group of solitary drinkers. I wish I had practiced more and continued my piano lessons.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And yes, I could have flossed more.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There’s always an unrealized dream to haunt us in our old age.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Scott Graber is a lawyer, novelist, veteran columnist and longtime resident of Port Royal. He can be reached at cscottgraber@gmail.com.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'There’s always an unrealized dream', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'theres-always-an-unrealized-dream', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:31:23', '2021-12-23 12:31:23', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54227', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54229, 4, '2021-12-23 07:33:27', '2021-12-23 12:33:27', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>My father had been on my mind. He passed the year before after a two-decade struggle with cancer, and his birthday was coming back around. He would have been 76.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>So it was a shock when I got the call that my uncle Rayford, my father’s older brother, had died suddenly. It might not make sense to some, but I was glad my father wasn’t there to deal with that news. He would have been crushed.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>My Dad idolized his big brother. He tried to follow him into the U.S. Army, and might have made it if the folks at processing hadn’t caught him during the eye exam. After he read the chart with one hand over his left eye, he was told to cover his right eye and read with his left. Instead of doing that he switched hands and started reading again with his left eye covered. Someone spoke up, and my father’s effort to enlist was over.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You have to be pretty determined to try to enlist knowing you’re blind in one eye, but that was my Dad. He wanted to serve like his big brother.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sometime after Rayford’s funeral, his oldest daughter, Brenda, contacted me and said she had some things of his she wanted me to see. She and her mother, Lee, had found a scrapbook Rayford had accumulated of old photos, military IDs, awards, certificates, and documents from his travels while in the service.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Brenda said she wanted me to “do something” with it that they would be able to share with the rest of the family.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The scrapbook was huge and packed with well-worn items, some of them more than 50 years old. Without Rayford’s guidance, I felt like I had been given a puzzle that didn\'t have a picture on either side to show me what it was supposed to look like. I started to give it all back to Brenda, but when we met again she ended up giving me even more stuff.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Somewhere in this timeline, I got sick with COVID, and my own mortality hit me smack dab in the face. If I died, I thought, God help the next family member who might try to assemble all those items.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I started scanning the photos and awards Rayford had received. The key that unlocked the puzzle for me was a two-page autobiography of his time in the service. I started trying to match what was in his bio with what was in the documents, especially his final discharge papers.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I went to newspapers.com and started looking for old clips, from the military press releases that are sent to hometown papers to submissions like on Veterans Day or mentions in the church news when he and his family visited home.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I built a chronological timeline of his duty postings and ranks. I reached out to Tuskegee University, where he had been an instructor in the late 70s to see if they had any items, but the cupboards were bare.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Brenda said one of Rayford’s responsibilities while he was there was to clean out some of the old files they had accumulated. All I got from them was a scan of a photo page from the school’s 1977 yearbook, but it was welcome.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I asked my brother, a West Point graduate, to help proofread a book I’d assembled to make sure the military information looked right. We gave it to Brenda and her mother. Brenda added some photo pages to the book — I’d built it with the wrong number of pages, duh! — and had it printed and given out to our aunts and uncles and select others during Christmas 2020.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>My cousin Carlton showed the book to an officer with the Veterans Affairs Office back home. They agreed Rayford’s career was worth being recognized.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Two weeks ago, some of our family members were able to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Palmetto Patriots Home in Gaffney. And included there in that beautiful facility representing the state and the nation’s ongoing commitment to its veterans’ care was the First Sergeant Rayford K. Manning Meeting Room.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Interestingly enough, it is located beside the facility’s barber shop. After he failed to enlist, my father was a professional barber for a while and he cut hair for years after that.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In my mind, that room might as well have my Dad\'s name on it. He can be right there with his big brother again and for all time.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Terry E. Manning lives and works in Savannah, Ga. He is a Clemson graduate and worked for 20 years as a journalist. He can be reached at teemanning</em>@gmail.com.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'A Christmas gift for the ages', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'a-christmas-gift-for-the-ages', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:33:27', '2021-12-23 12:33:27', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54229', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54231, 4, '2021-12-23 07:34:50', '2021-12-23 12:34:50', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Polaris Tech Charter School leaders applied last week to become a full K-12 school with the 2023-24 school year – adding 250 students in lower elementary grades to the current school with grades 5-12.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With that anticipated enrollment growth, the Polaris Tech Board of Directors on Dec. 14 approved preliminary work to begin designs for a second facility on the campus, which would about double the classroom space and bring a full gym to Polaris Tech.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The 25,700 square-foot, two-story, 12-classroom and competition gym addition won’t start until the S.C. Public Charter School District agrees to amend the school’s original charter. Polaris Tech submitted the necessary documentation Wednesday, Dec. 15.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“As a board, we have believed it is important for Polaris Tech to expand into the kindergarten through fourth grade levels as soon as possible, because families have told us since we opened in 2018 that they wanted a full-family, full education option with the Polaris Tech approach,” Polaris Tech Board Chair Gen. Lloyd “Fig” Newton, USAF, ret., said in a release.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“We have been talking to the finance people, talking to developers and construction teams, and the time is right for us to launch this expansion once we get approval from the State Charter School District to go K-12,” Newton said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Polaris Tech is a state-approved charter school serving 5th grade through high school students. It is a free school (no tuition) that focuses on preparing young people for successful work and college. The Polaris Tech academic emphasis is on six career areas, starting with: Aerospace, Health Sciences and Business Management.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The school is located on Grays Highway across from the Ridgeland-Claude Dean Airport. Students from Jasper, Colleton, Hampton and Beaufort counties attend the school.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Student applications are open online now for young people who will be in grades 5-12 next school year – and when the school begins offering kindergarten through fourth grade, families of currently-enrolled students will get admissions preference.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Student applications are accepted now through March 31, 2022 for the school year beginning August 2022. Go to www.polaristech.org to apply. For specific questions, email info@polaristech.org or call 843-645-0605.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Polaris Tech seeks to expand to K-12 school for 2023-24 school year', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'polaris-tech-seeks-to-expand-to-k-12-school-for-2023-24-school-year', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:34:51', '2021-12-23 12:34:51', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54231', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54233, 4, '2021-12-23 07:36:11', '2021-12-23 12:36:11', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Technical College of the Lowcountry recognized 11 associate degree nursing (ADN) graduates during its Dec. 10 pinning ceremony at the Beaufort Mather Campus.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>During the ceremony, graduates received their pins and lamps, a nod to Florence Nightingale who carried a lamp to light her path as she cared for the sick and dying soldiers during the Crimean War.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>TCL’s two-year ADN program prepares graduates to practice as registered nurses. Students experience on-campus learning using high-tech simulation equipment and receive intense additional hands-on practice at clinical sites located throughout Beaufort, Jasper, Hampton and Colleton counties.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The graduates are Stacy Bajorek, Krystal Deitsch, Isabella Fallon, Sharonda Jenkins, Rashida Johnson, Kerri Jones, Kimberly Lunceford, Katy Sandoval, Brittany Shuman, Kayla Sikes and Nikole Wright.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Technical College of the Lowcountry is the region’s primary provider of higher education and workforce training. The public, two-year community college serves approximately 5,000 students annually.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Visit www.tcl.edu/nursing to learn more about TCL’s nursing program.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'TCL honors 11 associate degree nursing graduates', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'tcl-honors-11-associate-degree-nursing-graduates', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:36:13', '2021-12-23 12:36:13', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54233', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54235, 4, '2021-12-23 07:37:53', '2021-12-23 12:37:53', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Beaufort Film Society announced Wednesday, Dec. 15, that it will present the Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement Award to both John Bailey, immediate Past President of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts &amp; Sciences (AMPAS), and his wife Carol Littleton, past member of the AMPAS Board of Governors, at the 2022 Beaufort International Film Festival (BIFF). They will be the first co-honorees of the award.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Cinematographer John Bailey has a vast body of work that includes films such as The Big Chill, American Gigolo, As Good As It Gets, Silverado, The Accidental Tourist, Country Strong, In The Line of Fire and Groundhog Day. He has served on the Board of Governors of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) and on the Library of Congress’s National Film Preservation Board.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Bailey was previously honored with a special artistic achievement award from the Cannes Film Festival in 1985 for the Japanese film Mishima, the Lifetime Achievement Award by the ASC in 2016, and was made an Officier des Ordre des Arts et Lettres by the French government at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival. In 2019, he received both the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Gianni di Venanzo Festival in Teramo, Italy and the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Camerimage International Film Festival in Torun, Poland.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Carol Littleton is an Oscar-nominated editor with a similarly impressive resume of 38 films including The Big Chill, E.T., Silverado, Beloved, Grand Canyon, Benny &amp; Joon, Body Heat, Wyatt Earp, The Accidental Tourist and The Manchurian Candidate. She won an Emmy for Tuesdays with Morrie and she received a Career Achievement Award in 2016 from American Cinema Editors (ACE). Her Oscar nomination was for E.T. The Extra Terrestrial. Littleton served as an Academy Governor of the Film Editors branch for 12 years and is currently on its executive committee.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented during the awards segment of the 16th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival, which takes place February 22-27, 2022 in Beaufort. The awards ceremony is on February 27.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“We’re extremely honored to have as our Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement honorees the husband and wife team of John Bailey and Carol Littleton,” Beaufort Film Society President Ron Tucker said in a release. “Together, they have been instrumental in shaping American cinema for the past two generations. When you look at the list of famous directors they’ve worked with, including Stephen Spielberg, Lawrence Kasdan, Robert Redford, Jonathan Demme, Sam Raimi, Callie Khouri and more, you realize just how great their impact on movies has been.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It’s appropriate that John Bailey and Carol Littleton will receive the Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement honor in Beaufort because it is the site of where the duo worked on The Big Chill when it was filmed nearly 40 years ago in 1982. Bailey and Littlejohn have been married since 1972.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Anyone interested in meeting these two Hollywood icons in person can attend a special event at BIFF on February 25, 2022 entitled “An Afternoon with Hollywood Royalty: John Bailey and Carol Littleton.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement Award is sponsored by Leslie and Landon Thorne.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information about the 16th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival, visit beaufortfilmfestival.com. The festival is produced by the Beaufort Film Society.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Beaufort Film Society is a nonprofit, 501 (c) 3, member-supported organization, dedicated to providing the highest levels of entertainment and education to the public from all areas of the film industry.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Beaufort Film Society names Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-film-society-names-pat-conroy-lifetime-achievement-award-recipients', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:37:54', '2021-12-23 12:37:54', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54235', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54237, 4, '2021-12-23 07:40:35', '2021-12-23 12:40:35', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The loss of a friend or loved one is never easy. Grieving is experienced differently by all; therefore, it is often difficult to know how to support and comfort a person during this time.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>People are often surprised that grief affects them in so many ways, whether it is physically, emotionally, psychologically, or spiritually.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Keep in mind there are ways to show you care and help the person through a difficult time.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} -->\n<ol><li><strong>Spend time together </strong>— It’s okay to have some alone time, but it is important to balance that time with friends who understand. Get-togethers or routine errands, such as trips to the supermarket or going out for a bite to eat with someone supportive, can be helpful. Encourage exercising or taking walks outdoors to promote well-being with physical activity, fresh air, and sunshine.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Present new ways to work through loss </strong>— People are always looking for ways to help someone who is grieving. Carefully chosen tracks of guided meditations and comforting music, and contemplative reading of passages or poems which offer helpful quotations and suggestions, may help dealing with grief.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Communicate </strong>— Many people dealing with grief find that when others talk about their feelings, it’s easier for them to open up as well. Be it through support groups or just one-on-one time with a friend or relative, oftentimes sharing your grief and telling your story helps facilitate the healing process. There are also several Internet sites that offer online chat rooms for anonymous conversations if face-to-face meetings aren’t what a person desires.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Practice patience </strong>— There is no set timetable for dealing with grief. People learn to live with their loss rather than “getting over it” in a specific timeframe. For some people, it takes longer than others. Simply knowing there is a friend or an organization who understands can not only help someone feel less alone, but it also can do wonders for helping a person embrace life again.&nbsp;</li></ol>\n<!-- /wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information on dealing with grief, visit these websites:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:embed {\"url\":\"https://www.helpguide.org/\",\"type\":\"wp-embed\",\"providerNameSlug\":\"helpguide-org\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-helpguide-org wp-block-embed-helpguide-org\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps://www.helpguide.org/\n</div></figure>\n<!-- /wp:embed -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"https://www.mhanational.org/bereavement-and-grief\">https://www.mhanational.org/bereavement-and-grief</a></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"http://https ://www.cdc.gov/mentalheal h/stress-coping/ grief-loss\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https ://www.cdc.gov/mentalheal h/stress-coping/ grief-loss\">https ://www.cdc.gov/mentalheal h/stress-coping/ grief-loss&nbsp;</a><br><br>Exclusive content from CARE magazine</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Four ways to support someone who’s grieving', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'four-ways-to-support-someone-whos-grieving', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:41:29', '2021-12-23 12:41:29', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54237', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54240, 4, '2021-12-23 07:43:06', '2021-12-23 12:43:06', '<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>Managing your emotions can save your heart </strong></h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We often think of the heart and brain as being completely separate from each other. After all, your heart and brain are located in different regions of your body, and cardiology and neurology are separate disciplines. Yet these organs are intimately connected, and when your emotions adversely affect your brain, your heart is affected as well.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are two kinds of stress that impact your brain. Helpful stress (also known as eustress) can assist you with getting things done by helping you focus your attention. Unhelpful stress (distress), on the other hand, can be so severe that it can lead to fatigue and heart disease.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you have coronary artery disease (CAD), your heart may be deprived of oxygen. This deprivation, called myocardial ischemia, can occur in as many as 30% to 50% of all patients with CAD. It can be further exacerbated by emotional stress. In fact, if you have any type of heart disease, any strong emotion such as anger may also cause severe and fatal irregular heart rhythms. Expressions like “died from fright” and “worried to death” are not just hyperbole—they are physiologic possibilities. Furthermore, when patients with newly diagnosed heart disease become depressed, that depression increases the risk that a harmful heart-related event will occur within that year.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The negative impact of emotions when you have no heart disease. </strong>Stress can have a big effect on your heart if you don’t have heart disease. Even in people with no prior heart disease, major depression doubles the risk of dying from heart-related causes.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tend to your emotions for your heart’s sake. </strong>It is important to control your worry and stress, not just because you will worry less and feel better, but because less worry means less stress for your heart. This applies to the entire range of stressors, from a small episode of acute panic to a larger context such as living through a natural disaster. A new emotion-based approach to heart health, called cardiac psychology, is receiving increasing interest.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You really can change your brain and get a healthier heart in the process. Here are some ways to get started:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Seek professional help. </strong>Don’t ignore stress, anxiety, depression, excessive worry, or bouts of anger that overwhelm your life. Seek professional help. If you meet criteria for a diagnosis, treatment can help reduce symptoms, thereby protecting your brain and your heart.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Available treatments in cardiac psychology. </strong>Aside from more traditional psychiatric treatment and exercise, psycho-educational programs, educational training, stress management, biofeedback, counseling sessions, and relaxation techniques should all be considered before or after a heart-related event. Newer treatments such as acceptance and commitment therapy and expressive writing can also be helpful.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Exercise. </strong>Physical exercise can help you have a healthier heart and brain—in the right doses. For example, many studies have demonstrated that aerobic exercise can help you be more mentally nimble by helping you think faster and more flexibly. Even frail older adults have improved their thinking and overall psychological well-being from exercising for one hour, three times a week. And people in rehabilitation after being diagnosed with heart failure report clearer thinking when their fitness levels improve. Various types of aerobic exercise, including jogging, swimming, cycling, walking, gardening, and dancing, have all been proven to reduce anxiety and depression and to improve self-esteem. This is thought to be due to an increase in blood circulation in the brain, and the fact that exercise can improve the brain’s ability to react to stress.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>A starting point for better brain — and heart-health&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you struggle with stress, anger, anxiety, worry, depression, or problems with self-esteem, talk to your primary care physician—or a cardiologist, if you have one. A consultation with a psychiatrist may be very helpful. Together, you can explore which of these potential therapies might best protect your psychological state, your brain, and your heart.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Srini Pillay, MD, Contributor; http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/ managing-emotions-can-save-heart- </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Exclusive content from CARE magazine</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Holiday, or anytime stress?', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'holiday-or-anytime-stress', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:43:06', '2021-12-23 12:43:06', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54240', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54242, 4, '2021-12-23 07:44:34', '2021-12-23 12:44:34', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>he holidays can be a stressful time, especially if you have food allergies. You may feel pressure to eat at parties or big family meals, where cross-contact may pose a risk to your safety. You may also feel left-out when everyone else enjoys a holiday treat that you have to turn down. But don’t despair! With proper planning and a positive outlook, you can still enjoy the holiday season.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Plan ahead.&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The holidays are a busy time of year for many people – but you always know when they are coming. Plan for holiday meals and parties by talking with hosts or holding your own seasonal events. Stock your pantry with easy-to-pack snacks and allergy-safe favorites and set realistic expectations for how much feasting you may be able to do. And remember, allergies won’t stop you from enjoying the wonderful sights, sounds, and friendships around you!&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Offer to host.&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hosting a big family meal or holiday party is a lot of work—but for some people with food allergies, it is worth the effort. It gives you more control over the environment and the food served, allowing you to feel safe and enjoy yourself at the event.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>To prepare allergy-safe food, always:&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Read the ingredient list of every product used. </strong>It is important to check the ingredient list every time you purchase or use a product, since its contents and manufacturing processes can change without notice. Avoid anything that lists your allergy triggers (allergens) in the ingredient list or a “may contain”-style warning.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Take steps to avoid cross-contact (also known as cross-contamination). </strong>Cross-contact can happen when small but dangerous amounts of allergen are moved from one place to another, contaminating otherwise allergy-safe foods. If you are preparing both allergenic and allergy-safe foods, you should prepare and serve the allergy-safe foods first, using a clean set of utensils. You should also wash your hands, countertops, and tabletop before and after cooking, serving, or eating any food.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Share these rules with guests. </strong>If any of your guests offer to bring food or beverages, ask them to follow the rules above to keep their contributions allergy-safe. You can also politely decline their offer.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Call ahead.&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If someone else invites you to a meal or party at their home, call them well in advance to discuss your allergies.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Remember to:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Tell them about your allergies and how to keep you safe. </strong>Some people may not realize that even a small amount of allergen can trigger an allergic reaction. They may not be used to reading ingredient lists or taking steps to avoid cross-contact. Teach them what they need to know and do, in order to prepare safe food for you.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Provide suggestions. </strong>If you have a favorite brand of allergy-safe products or a list of recipe substitutions, share them with your host. This will make their job much easier. You may also feel more comfortable when you see a familiar food option served.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Offer to bring allergy-safe food options. </strong>Your host may appreciate the help! Offer to bring something that compliments the rest of the meal, so you can share it with other guests after serving your own allergy-safe portion. This will allow you the pleasure of eating with others, while staying safe.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>These rules still apply if you are meeting family, friends, or coworkers at a restaurant or catered event. Call the restaurant or caterers beforehand to talk about the event and your allergies.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Arrive prepared.&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Even the best-laid plans can go awry. Sometimes, you call ahead only to find that your host has misunderstood or forgotten what you told them.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To prepare for that possibility:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Enjoy a light meal or hearty snack beforehand. </strong>This will help sustain you, even if you find there are few allergy-safe foods at the event.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Pack a snack. </strong>Slip a couple of allergy-safe snack bars or a piece of fruit into your pocket or purse, in case you need something to nibble on.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Bring your epinephrine auto-injector. </strong>People with severe food allergies should never eat without an epinephrine auto-injector (ie., epi-pen) on hand. Even if you feel comfortable with the food in front of you, accidents can happen.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Don’t hesitate to ask your host about ingredients or to read an ingredient list. If you feel less than confident about the food served, politely decline or avoid it and focus on the good company instead. You may feel a little awkward, but your health and safety are worth it.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Celebrate in other ways.&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Food is a big part of the holiday season and many festivities around the world. However, eating isn’t the only way to spend quality time with family and friends.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you would rather skip the risk and stress of holiday dining, invite your loved ones to celebrate the season in less food-focused ways. For example:&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Propose an outing. </strong>Suggest a trip to your local ice skating rink, sledding hill, or hiking trail or buy tickets to a seasonal concert, play, or movie. Pack your own allergy-safe snacks to enjoy.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Get crafty. </strong>Tap into your artistic side and gather your friends and family for an afternoon of cutting, gluing, and sewing festive decorations or other seasonal crafts.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Bust out the boards. </strong>Host a game night, inviting guests to bring their favorite board or card games, instead of food to share. Play seasonal music and stock up on holiday-themed prizes.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>– excerpted from an article by the Healthline Editorial Team,<a href=\"http://www. healthline.com\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"http://www. healthline.com\"> http://www. healthline.com </a></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Exclusive content from CARE magazine</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'How to deal with food allergies during the holidays', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'how-to-deal-with-food-allergies-during-the-holidays', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:44:35', '2021-12-23 12:44:35', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54242', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54244, 4, '2021-12-23 07:47:35', '2021-12-23 12:47:35', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Three individuals in the Lowcountry of South Carolina are facing fines and restitution in the form of community service work with the S.C Department of Natural Resources’ (SCDNR) sea turtle program after filming themselves digging up a loggerhead nest on Folly Beach this past summer. The incident occurred during the peak of South Carolina’s sea turtle nesting season during July.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In early September, SCDNR officers in Charleston County were provided with a copy of a “Snapchat” video that appeared to show two young men digging up a sea turtle nest marked with the highly visible orange tape and signage used by members of SCDNR’s Marine Turtle Conservation program staff and volunteers. Marine biologists with SCDNR’s Marine Resources Division oversee a well-established network of volunteer groups up and down the coast whose members spend countless hours each summer during nesting season walking the beach to identify and protect the vulnerable nests.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The video sent to SCDNR Law Enforcement showed a nesting site marked with an orange SCDNR sign and two individuals digging up – and later attempting to replace – the eggs from the nest. One egg was smashed on the ground during the video, which was being filmed by a third individual.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>SCDNR Officer Freddie Earhart led the investigation into the source of the video. During the course of his investigation, Officer Earhart was able to identify and locate the three individuals involved. On Sept. 5, Officer Earhart and SCDNR Officer Courtney Angotti-Smith made contact with the three individuals, who were all under the age of 21 and were vacationing with family at the time of the incident. A meeting was set up with all three suspects and their parents, at which time the young men made voluntary statements confirming their involvement and that they were aware such actions were against the law.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The suspects admitted that some of the eggs were damaged and that they tried to rebury the eggs, which ultimately resulted in additional damage. SCDNR Marine Turtle Conservation program coordinator Michelle Pate, using data collected by the Folly Beach Turtle Watch team, was able to confirm that out of ninety eggs remaining in the nest, seventy-one did not hatch.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While they could have been charged for each egg disturbed, based on the cooperation of the suspects, five summons for unlawful taking of loggerhead turtle eggs were issued to the three suspects (two each for the individuals who dug up the eggs and one for the individual who filmed them). These charges can carry jail or fines of up to $2,000, as well as restitution. In addition, SCDNR will recommend that all of the individuals charged be required to dedicate community service time to working with SCDNR’s Marine Turtle Conservation program so they can learn first-hand about how much work goes into protecting sea turtles in South Carolina.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>SCDNR’s sea turtle program began in 1977 with beach management research and in-water tracking of post-nesting loggerheads. The program further developed in the early eighties with the formation of the nest protection and stranding volunteer networks along the coast of South Carolina. Today, the program provides training and support to more than 1,300 volunteers across the coast who protect nests and document sea turtles that wash ashore.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Educating residents and visitors about how they can provide a positive outcome for sea turtles on our beaches is a never-ending endeavor,” Pate said. “Volunteers involved with conservation work in South Carolina have contributed countless hours to this task. Our volunteers engage with the coastal community daily during the season to share their excitement about the natural world and our impact sharing the beach with wildlife that need these beaches to survive. Education provides a pathway to inform and foster stewardship, and combined with boots-on-the-ground work, ensures the continued protection and successful recovery of sea turtle populations.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Those decades of research and hard work supported by Turtle Network volunteers in South Carolina’s coastal communities have paid off. Recent years have seen turtle nest numbers rebounding, though much remains to be done.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It was a successful nesting year for South Carolina’s sea turtle population, with 5,649 nests laid in 2021. Because nesting exacts a high energy toll on the large reptiles, female sea turtles do not come ashore to lay eggs every year. This pattern results in nesting fluctuations from year to year – 2019 broke all records with 8,795 nests, but 2018 saw just 2,767 nests. Overall, sea turtle nest numbers across the Southeast have trended up over the past decade, making biologists across the region optimistic that these threatened reptiles are beginning to recover after several decades of conservation efforts.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I applaud the work of our officers in conducting this investigation in a thorough and prompt way,” SCDNR Law Enforcement Division Deputy Director Col. Chisolm Frampton said in a release. “Hopefully, giving these individuals a chance to make amends by working with the dedicated staff and volunteers who work with our turtle protection program as a part of the Community Service component of their punishment will make a lasting impression on them about the importance of this work and why all of us, as South Carolinians, need to support it.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Learn more about the SCDNR Marine Turtle Conservation program at <a href=\"https://www.dnr.sc.gov/seaturtle/program.htm\">https://www.dnr.sc.gov/seaturtle/program.htm</a></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Sea turtle nest disturbance will result in fines and community service', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'sea-turtle-nest-disturbance-will-result-in-fines-and-community-service', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:47:37', '2021-12-23 12:47:37', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54244', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(54248, 4, '2021-12-23 07:50:50', '2021-12-23 12:50:50', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>City of Beaufort&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>holiday schedule&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>City of Beaufort offices will be closed for Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays on Friday, Dec. 24, Monday, Dec. 27, and Friday, Dec. 31.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Beaufort County&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>holiday schedule&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In observance of the Christmas holiday, all Beaufort County government buildings will be closed Thursday, Dec. 23; Friday, Dec. 24; and Monday, Dec. 27. Offices will also be closed the following Friday, Dec. 31, for New Year\'s Day.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Convenience Centers in Beaufort County will close at 1 p.m., Friday, Dec. 24, and will be closed Saturday, Dec. 25. They will resume normal operating hours Sunday, Dec. 26.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort Executive Airport will have self-serve AvGas but no FBO services will be available.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Emergency services and law enforcement personnel will remain available.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>3 organizations&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>awarded $22,000&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At its meeting on Dec. 14, City Council approved allocating $22,068 from its hospitality tax revenues to the Beaufort Downtown Merchants Association, the Beaufort Area Hospitality Association (BAHA), and Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Downtown Merchants Association and BAHA made a joint proposal to the City for $22,000 to fund collaborative efforts such as First Friday, Live After 5, Sip &amp; Stroll – recurring and special events designed to bring people to the City’s downtown core, and to help in the marketing of downtown Beaufort as a family-friendly destination. These two organizations will receive $18,068.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail requested $6,426.40 to fund navigational (wayfinding) signs in the downtown Marina area to direct visitors to the trail. This organization will receive $4,000.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A City ordinance requires 1.1 percent of budgeted hospitality tax revenue to be allocated annually to non-profits that promote the downtown economy and tourism.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Interstate lane closures restricted for holidays&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To help holiday traffic flow, the S.C. Department of Transportation (SCDOT) prohibits lane closures on interstate highways for non-emergency highway work during the Christmas and New Year’s holiday travel period.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>These restrictions will be in place from 6 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, through 10 p.m. Monday, Jan. 3.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With continued progress due to SCDOT’s Strategic 10-Year Plan to rebuild South Carolina’s roads and bridges, more work zones are in place all across South Carolina. SCDOT reminds motorists to remain alert and use caution. “Let ‘em Work. Let ‘em Live.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Motorists may keep up with travel conditions by using SCDOT’s 511 system, which provides real-time traffic information on all South Carolina interstate highways and some of the highways along the coast. Users can call 511 or access www.511SC.org 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and download the free app.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For South Carolina traffic incident information around the clock on Twitter, follow SCDOT\'s @SCDOTMidlands @SCDOTPiedmont @SCDOTLowCountry and @SCDOTPeeDee.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Staff reports&nbsp;</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'NEWS BRIEFS', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'news-briefs-202', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:50:51', '2021-12-23 12:50:51', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54248', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54250, 4, '2021-12-23 07:52:34', '2021-12-23 12:52:34', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ameris Bank has announced the hiring of Andy Thomas as market president for Beaufort. In this role, Thomas will report to Regional President for the Carolinas and Executive Vice President Richard Sturm and will work closely with businesses and individuals in the Beaufort area to help meet their loan, deposit and service needs.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“We are thrilled to have Andy join our team,” Sturm said in a release. “We are confident his experience, knowledge of the local market and leadership will help drive our purpose to bring financial peace of mind to customers and communities.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Prior to joining Ameris, Thomas served as the chief lending officer at Beacon Community Bank and has nearly three decades of banking experience. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Clemson University where he studied financial management.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Thomas has served the Lowcountry as the chairman and commissioner of the Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission, and as a board member for both the Maritime Association of South Carolina and Kids on Point, an organization that fosters life-readiness skills for children from under-resourced Charleston neighborhoods.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I\'m very excited and honored to join the Ameris Bank team,” Thomas said. “Ameris Bank empowers bankers to make decisions and work directly with clients. This results in bankers being able to provide the personal touch of a community bank while having the loan capacity, technology and services of a large regional bank.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Thomas joins Ameris Bank as Beaufort Market President ', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'thomas-joins-ameris-bank-as-beaufort-market-president', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:53:09', '2021-12-23 12:53:09', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54250', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54252, 4, '2021-12-23 07:54:07', '2021-12-23 12:54:07', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Mayor Stephen Murray was elected earlier this year to the board of the Association of South Carolina Mayors. He will serve three years.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The organization provides opportunities for mayors to more fully engage in advocating for issues that affect cities and towns; to network, share ideas and best practices with other mayors; and to take part in educational activities.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“I’m grateful to be a part of this board, and to have the opportunity to engage with my fellow mayors on issues that are important to South Carolina’s cities,” Murray said in a news release. “We can learn from each other.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The board is under the umbrella of the Municipal Association of South Carolina&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Murray elected to SC mayoral association', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'murray-elected-to-sc-mayoral-association', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:54:08', '2021-12-23 12:54:08', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54252', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54254, 4, '2021-12-23 07:55:25', '2021-12-23 12:55:25', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Penn Center held it’s annual production of The Nativity Scene on Sunday at the center’s Frisell Community House on St. Helena Island. Photo by Bob Sofaly. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'LIVE NATIVITY', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'live-nativity', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:55:27', '2021-12-23 12:55:27', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54254', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54256, 4, '2021-12-23 07:56:48', '2021-12-23 12:56:48', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson filed with the Supreme Court of the United States early Saturday morning asking it to block the Biden administration’s OSHA vaccine mandate. The filing comes after a panel of the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, in a split 2-1 decision, lifted a stay against the mandate Friday evening. Lifting that stay would allow the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to require people who work at companies with 100 or more employees to get vaccinated.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“The fight against the Biden mandate continues, even to filing for a stay in the early hours of this morning. The rule of law will prevail and the President’s grasp for power halted,” Attorney General Wilson said in a release.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Attorney General Wilson, 26 other states and a long list of companies and organizations filed the appeal just before 1 a.m. Saturday morning, just a few hours after the Sixth Circuit lifted a stay of the mandate that had been in place.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are three Biden administration vaccine mandates being challenged in court:</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This OSHA mandate, which is now in effect after the Sixth Circuit’s lifting of a stay.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The mandate for healthcare workers. The Fifth Circuit has blocked that mandate in states that have sued to stop the mandate from being enforced. That stay is still in place in the plaintiff states, including South Carolina. The Biden administration has asked the Supreme Court to lift or stay that injunction.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The federal contractor mandate. A District Court has ordered a temporary injunction to block that mandate nationwide, which is still in effect. The Biden administration may appeal that to the Supreme Court as well. Otherwise, that case will be argued into the new year.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'SC AG files vaccine mandate appeal to Supreme Court', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'sc-ag-files-vaccine-mandate-appeal-to-supreme-court', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:56:49', '2021-12-23 12:56:49', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54256', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54258, 4, '2021-12-23 07:58:12', '2021-12-23 12:58:12', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This winter break, the Beaufort Digital Corridor (BDC) will offer an Intro to Coding Day Camp for middle schoolers wishing to learn pre-coding concepts.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The day camp will consist of a 3.5 hour in-person course where students will be introduced to the basics of coding through STEM project-based learning that will allow students to create, learn and code. Students will be instructed on block and text-based programming with Python as well as educational opportunities and careers in related tech fields.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In addition to the day camp, students will take home their very own micro:bit pocket-size computer and access to an online project portal with 4 additional hours of STEM project-based learning modules. Students may also earn an “Intro to Micro:bit Coding” certificate from the BDC.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beginner and intermediate students are welcome. The day camp will take place on December 28, 29 and 30 at the Beaufort Digital Corridor, a high-tech facility located in Downtown Beaufort at 500 Carteret Street. Parents may select one of the three dates offered for their child to attend. Registration is required in advance.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Camp will be lead by Beaufort Digital Corridor’s Cybersecurity Program Manager, Cory Cooper. Cooper is a S.C. certified educator with a Bachelor\'s in Industrial Technology and a Master\'s in Technology Education from Ball State University. Over the past 18 years, he\'s worked with several Fortune 500 companies as well as served as an administrator and taught high school engineering, IT and coding, and PLTW STEM courses. His local claim to fame includes leading the Lady\'s Island Middle School Robotics Team to the state championship in the 2019-2020 school year.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To register your child for the Into to Coding Day Camp, please visit our Eventbrite page at https://bit.ly/3JaNd8z.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more information about the BDC please contact info@beaufortdigital.com.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'BDC offers camps for middle schoolers who want to code', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'bdc-offers-camps-for-middle-schoolers-who-want-to-code', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:58:13', '2021-12-23 12:58:13', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54258', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54260, 4, '2021-12-23 07:59:26', '2021-12-23 12:59:26', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Latoya Washington, 34, of Seabrook was arrested Wednesday, Dec. 15, and charged with strong-arm robbery, according to Beaufort City Police spokesperson Capt. George Erdel.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Beaufort Police officers responded to the report of a strong-arm robbery that occurred at the Belk store at 332 Robert Smalls Parkway.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The complainant, a 37-year-old woman, reported that while attending to a Salvation Army donation kettle located outside of Bell, she was approached by the suspect Washington.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Washington allegedly approached the volunteer and began to yell at her, which caused the complainant to retreat into the store. Washington was then observed by multiple witnesses smashing open the donation kettle on the ground and taking money from it.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>According to Beaufort Police, when the volunteer attempted to intervene and prevent the theft, Washington shoved her to the ground and fled with money taken from the kettle. An alert citizen driving by the incident followed Washington as she fled into the nearby Walmart, where she was subsequently located by patrol officers and arrested.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Washington was charged with strong-arm robbery and transported to the Beaufort County Detention center without incident.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Seabrook woman arrested for strong-arm robbery', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'seabrook-woman-arrested-for-strong-arm-robbery', '', '', '2021-12-23 07:59:27', '2021-12-23 12:59:27', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54260', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(54264, 4, '2021-12-23 08:02:46', '2021-12-23 13:02:46', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort County Farm Bureau Women\'s Committee Co-Chair Laura Hansen (right) received a special achievement award on behalf of Beaufort County from S.C. Farm Bureau State Women\'s Leadership Committee Chair Megan Floyd (left) during the organization\'s 78th Annual Meeting held recently in Myrtle Beach. Ann Ackerman also serves as Co-Chair of the committee. Beaufort County was recognized for having one of the top Farm Bureau women\'s programs in the state during 2021. Over the course of the year, women’s programs statewide reported nearly 4,900 volunteer hours carrying out agricultural literacy activities. South Carolina Farm Bureau is a grassroots, non-profit organization that celebrates and supports family farmers, locally grown food and our rural lands through legislative advocacy, education and community outreach. The organization, founded in 1944, serves nearly 90,000 member families in 47 chapters. For more information, please visit www.scfb.org. Photo courtesy of S.C. Farm Bureau</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Farm Bureau gets Women\'s Award', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'farm-bureau-gets-womens-award', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:02:48', '2021-12-23 13:02:48', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54264', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54266, 4, '2021-12-23 08:06:23', '2021-12-23 13:06:23', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Eleven year-old Lucas Lynch, a member of the Cub Scout pack 272 of the Low Country, stopped by the Beaufort Memorial Keyserling Cancer Center on Dec. 14 with a gift of blankets for the hospital\'s infusion center patients. Collecting blankets since Thanksgiving, Lucas was able to donate 35 new blankets for patients to use during their treatments and take home, too.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When Lynch dropped off his hefty donation, Oncology/Infusion Director Mark Hennigan asked him, “What made you decide to donate to the infusion center?”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Lynch replied, “I knew it was always cold in hospitals and my mom works for the hospital so I thought it would be a good idea.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Patients and staff at KCC appreciate Lucas\' hard work – and the efforts of Cub Scout Pack 272 to inspire charitable giving by young scouts like him.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'A thoughtful gift', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'a-thoughtful-gift', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:06:24', '2021-12-23 13:06:24', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54266', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(54269, 4, '2021-12-23 08:07:41', '2021-12-23 13:07:41', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>From staff reports</strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Preliminary plans for 39 homes plus 52,000 square feet of retail/office space and a Beaufort Memorial Hospital-sponsored day care center made it past the Municipal Planning Commission on Monday night despite the concerns of neighbors about the additional development.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sam Levin of Whitehall Point Holdings received approval to advance with his plans for the 12-acre tract at the corner of Ribaut and Alison Roads which, for years, was the home for 62 mobile homes. He received rezoning from the city to accommodate his plans but now is ready to proceed with development plans.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Levin told the MPC members he had initially planned to build apartment complexes which would be rented at “work force” prices, to accommodate employees at neighboring Beaufort Memorial Hospital and Technical College of the Lowcountry.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But in response to complaints from the residential neighbors, he had lowered the density to 39 homes plus the two two-story retail/commercial buildings, which would be offered at higher prices.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The proposed 4,800-foot day care center will be a joint project with the hospital, which needs day care facilities for its employees, Levin said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Several residents of Pine and Oakhaven streets expressed concerns about the proposal which shows Oakhaven, which now dead-ends off of Battery Creek Road, as a new connector road to Ribaut. They also expressed concern about increased traffic in general.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The commissioners, in their motion to approve the proposed sketch, asked the developer not to include Oakhaven as a connector road although the city’s Development Code encourages connectivity of new streets through subdivisions.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Concerns about drainage were also voiced but Levin stressed the area’s new drainage system was designed to support his plans.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Plans for development at intersection of Ribaut, Allison roads survives MPC', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'plans-for-development-at-intersection-of-ribaut-allison-roads-survives-mpc', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:07:42', '2021-12-23 13:07:42', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54269', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54271, 4, '2021-12-23 08:10:18', '2021-12-23 13:10:18', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>To be thrilled, or not to be thrilled</strong><br><br><em>BEAUFORT </em>– A Washington Post travel writer did a lovely little piece on the city earlier this month, encouraging readers to “bypass crowded Charleston for tranquil Beaufort.” </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Lovely” piece is a relative term since some folks were thrilled and some, not so thrilled. You could get an indication of some of the responses by reading comments posted on the city of Beaufort’s Facebook page where the article was reposted.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Those concerned about the economic viability of the area fall into the “thrilled” sector, welcoming the publicly paid-for efforts of the Lowcountry tourism and development agencies and their successes in bringing in folks with dollar bills, or credit cards to local restaurants, shops and real estate offices.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Those concerned with what changes are taking place in the area, particularly to the environment and the amount of traffic being generated, fall into the “not so thrilled” group.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Is it possible to be somewhere in the middle?&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Progress on new Publix finally tangible </strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>BEAUFORT – A recent story on an online news service seemed vaguely familiar: “After years of rumors and false starts, multiple groundbreakings and lots of infrastructure and road construction, dirt is finally moving at the Publix construction.”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This particular news story came from Statesboro, Ga., where the public seems genuinely interested in the arrival of a new grocery store, not unlike the Beaufort community which has been eagerly awaiting the much-rumored Publix store in the former Plaza Shopping Center.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Since the town’s last movie theater closed in January 2019 after 44 years of entertainment, customers west of the Beaufort River have been waiting for “their” Publix, becoming increasingly weary of crossing the Woods Bridge to shop at the Lady’s Island Publix.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And now, like the news from Statesboro, Beaufort’s Publix is under construction, walls going up with an anticipated completion date in the fall.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In addition, news of a Chipolte Mexican Grill and Five Guys hamburger place also in Beaufort Plaza recently was announced, adding to the number of fast-food options emerging around the Boundary Street-Robert Smalls Parkway area.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>A waiting game for Lady’s Island Harris Teeter, Dunkin’ Donuts </strong></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>LADY’S ISLAND – Island residents have been on hold, waiting all year to see some activity on a Harris Teeter site, and now it appears that’s going to be the case for a local Dunkin’ Donuts shop.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While grocery store representatives, who have had their permits from the city in hand for months, have been mum on their plans to start construction at the U.S. 802- Sams Point Road intersection, local developer Graham Trask has been trying to move forward with his plans to build a “coffee shop” at 131 Sea Island Parkway.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The county Zoning Board of Appeals, for a second time, last week tabled his request for approval because of traffic concerns.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The project is located directly across from Bill’s Liquor store and the Grayco shopping center, also where the four lanes of traffic coming from the islands, narrows down to two lanes.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The zoning board listened to about an hour of concerns from residents and representatives of the Sea Island Corrider Coalition and the Coastal Conservation League who contended the proposed business with its drive-through service, did not follow the Lady’s Island Village Plan. The plan stresses “walkability” in the area, rather than additional drive-through businesses.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>ZBOA member Jane Frederick also pointed out the proposal calls for removal of at least four major oak trees over the size of 25-inches in diameter.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The board agreed to table the project until the developers’ traffic consultants could present a traffic impact plan and the county’s traffic consultants could look over it.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>As one citizen pointed out, the only traffic impact plan that needed to be done was going across town to the Dunkin’ Donuts on Boundary Street during the early morning work hours.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Lolita Huckaby Watson is a community volunteer and former reporter/editorial assistant/columnist with The Beaufort Gazette, The Savannah Morning News, Bluffton Today, Beaufort Today and The Robesonian (Lumberton, N.C.). She can be reached at bftbay@gmail.</em>com. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'LOWCOUNTRY LOWDOWN', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-lowdown-60', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:10:19', '2021-12-23 13:10:19', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54271', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54273, 4, '2021-12-23 08:13:14', '2021-12-23 13:13:14', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort’s David Zeoli, 63, joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1976 in Philadelphia. After Boot camp and personnel administration training, he was assigned to Parris Island servicing records, pay and orders. His next assignment was to Iwakuni, Japan for a tour before returning to PI. Heading west he next served at Kaneohe, Hawaii, from which he deployed on USS Belleau Wood (LHA-3). Returning again to PI he served in administration, then two years as a Drill Instructor. Next he was assigned for four years training Marine reserves in New Jersey then back to PI as a rifle range instructor and later Staff Non-commissioned Officer in Charge of the range. He then made an unaccompanied tour in Okinawa before returning to MCAS Beaufort to retire in 1997 as a Master Sergeant. In all, he and his wife, Barbara, married 45 years, have lived in 18 houses in the 20 years with the Corps, while raising six children. After retirement David served 25 years with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, 12 years as a volunteer with the S.C. State Guard rising to Lt. Col. and Battalion Commander, and seven years with the Civil Air Patrol, including Squadron Commander. Today he works at Technical College of the Lowcountry.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54178,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/David-Zeoli-young.jpg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/David-Zeoli-young-1004x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54178\"/></a></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>– Compiled by John Chubb, American Legion Post 9. For nominations, contact jechubb1@gmail.com.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'VETERAN OF THE WEEK – DAVID ZEOLI', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'veteran-of-the-week-david-zeoli', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:13:15', '2021-12-23 13:13:15', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54273', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54275, 4, '2021-12-23 08:14:28', '2021-12-23 13:14:28', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Braves, the 2021 Beaufort County Adult Baseball League Fall Champions, are from left, front row: Rob Lemieux, Tyler Wester, Zack McClam and Steve Vega. Back row from left are: Jim Adams, Wes Anderson, Justin Litchfield, Jamie Langford and Jeremy Smith. They are holding the No. 11 jersey of friend and former teammate Chase Goude, who died in a house fire in March. Photo by Bob Sofaly. To 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.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-life-190', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:14:29', '2021-12-23 13:14:29', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54275', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54277, 4, '2021-12-23 08:17:41', '2021-12-23 13:17:41', '<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><br><br>Beaufort County School District teacher Amanda Patel filed a class-action, Breach of Contract lawsuit against her employer, the Beaufort County School District, on December 8, 2021. The complaint can be found on the Beaufort County Public Index. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Essentially, the complaint asserts that the BCSD has shortchanged teachers the hourly rate promised them per their contract and district regulations for dual modality (teaching both in-person and virtual simultaneously). The Complaint also alleges that the Board of Education violated its adopted Salary and Stipend Schedule by awarding certified staff a one-time $1,000 bonus to teachers in lieu of the hourly rate due them per the Schedule.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The $1,000 one-time bonus was proposed and voted on by the board in response to Gov. McMaster’s “Dual Modality Law.” The “Dual Modality Law” provides in part: In the event that a school district determines it necessary for a teacher to deliver dual modality instruction, the school district must provide additional compensation to the teacher.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is not an inconsequential lawsuit. On the contrary, any teacher compensation dispute in the midst of a widespread teacher shortage is anything but. So why hasn’t this been reported in local news outlets?&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>I’ll get to that in a minute.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Taking on Goliath, aka the BCSD, is an extraordinary risk for an established, well-regarded teacher like Ms. Patel. After all, retaliation is not unheard of in our district’s annals for those who’ve ventured down this perilous path.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>But what underscores Ms. Patel’s extraordinary bravery is that she not only filed the suit on behalf of herself, but for all others in the district “similarly situated.” It’s rare to find an individual willing to put their livelihood on the line for the greater good. </p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Reporters regularly examine the Public Index for case developments. Some news outlets have even been alerted to this particular case. The lack of news coverage on this relevant lawsuit is alarming, and every BCSD teacher should be made aware that one of their colleagues is fighting for them.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It gets even more perplexing.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Though the complaint was filed on December 8, the Board of Education was not informed of the suit at their only December full board meeting according to the posted agenda and discussion.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The public needs to demand more from news reporters covering the Beaufort County School District. The school district oversees the largest budget of all our governmental bodies and municipalities, so let’s give it the scrutiny it rightly deserves.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>J<em>oAnn Orischak served as the District 11 Representative to the Beaufort County Board of Education from 2012-2020. She resides on Hilton Head Island and can be reached at JoAnnOrischak. TheIslandNews@gmail.com. </em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', 'Public should demand more scrutiny of school district', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'public-should-demand-more-scrutiny-of-school-district', '', '', '2021-12-23 08:17:42', '2021-12-23 13:17:42', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54277', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(54279, 4, '2021-12-23 08:33:06', '2021-12-23 13:33:06', '<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2> <strong>For 1<sup>st </sup>time, every headstone at Beaufort National Cemetery has Remembrance Wreath </strong><br><br></h2>\n<!-- /wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>By Erin Bowman <br><br>The announcer’s voice rang out over Beaufort National Cemetery Saturday morning over the rumble of four tractor trailers and 230 escort motorcycles.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“And there they are, the Wreaths Across America trucks! This started out with seven wreaths at the beginning and now look at these trucks!”&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For the first time since the program began in Beaufort in 2007, every one of the 26,000 interments at the cemetery is graced with a wreath.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54189,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12182021-Wreaths-Across-America-2-7055.jpeg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12182021-Wreaths-Across-America-2-7055-1024x677.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54189\"/></a><figcaption>Depot Sgt. Maj. Alvin Mota, left, from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, and retired Marine Corps Maj. John Stump lay the Marine Corps wreath near the flag during the opening ceremony of Wreaths Across America on Saturday at Beaufort National Cemetery. About 1,500 people attended the event. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“Everybody gets a wreath. They are all veterans, these are my brothers and sisters,” Wreaths Across America coordinator David Edwards said.&nbsp;</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>More than 1,000 people&nbsp;– from as far away as Missouri and Louisiana, Edwards said – gathered to reflect and honor those buried in the cemetery.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Within minutes of the formal ceremony ending, the cemetery was already lined with rows of red and green. Family members sought out the graves of loved ones and lingered to pray, cry, or reflect quietly. Some volunteers moved more efficiently to ensure no headstone was undecorated, while others crouched carefully over one wreath after another to straighten bows and fluff greenery.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“There’s such a variety of ways people lay wreaths,” Pamela Truax said. “Some of them cry over wreaths, some of them pray, some of them talk, some of them are silent and reverent. Especially, when we’re all dealing with the grief of 2021, it’s a neat place to be.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54190,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12182021-Wreaths-Acaross-America-3-7098.jpeg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/12182021-Wreaths-Acaross-America-3-7098-1024x835.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54190\"/></a><figcaption>Cub Scout Aaron Metropolis, 9, of Pack 213, Den 6, brushes dirt off of one the headstones prior to laying a wreath Saturday during the Wreaths Across America event Saturday.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Truax came with members of the Parris Island Spouses Club. As they waited expectantly for the ceremony to begin, President Holly Vega marveled at the growing crowd.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“This is something you can bring your children to, to have them experience and ask questions,” Vega said.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Beaufort’s Wayne Koeper served four years in the Marine Corps including a tour in Vietnam in 1969. Fifty-two years later, he laid his first wreath for Wreaths Across America.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“It’s to honor all the guys I lost, friends I knew,” he said. “I was lucky.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>When handed that first wreath, Koeper considered the graves around him, laid the wreath on one, stood up and dusted off his hands silently. He summed the moment up in one word – “emotional” – before hustling off to find more wreaths.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In a quiet passing of a torch, Elaine Johnson Jones laid one of the first two wreaths distributed Saturday in Beaufort on the grave of her uncle, Purple Heart and Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Marine Corps Private First Class Ralph Henry Johnson. Her mother, Helen Johnson Richards, watched as her daughter assumed the role Richards held for years until a hairline fracture made the walk difficult.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":54183,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/121182021-Wreaths-Across-America5-7203.jpeg\"><img src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/121182021-Wreaths-Across-America5-7203-1024x627.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54183\"/></a><figcaption>Each of the more than 19,000 headstones was decorated with a fresh Remembrance Wreath during Saturday’s Wreaths Across America event. There were 3,100 ceremonies nationwide, delivering 2.3 million wreaths to veteran’s graves.</figcaption></figure>\n<!-- /wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“It made me realize why my mom always gets so emotional,” Jones said. “For one, your loved one is gone. I don’t care how many facets of honoring is done, they’re still not here.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It was personal on another level for Jones as well, as a 20-year veteran of the Air Force. She said she was so impressed at 9 years old with how smart her uncle looked in his uniform that she was inspired to follow in his footsteps.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Cindy Clark drove down from Charleston for the wreath laying. Clark’s father, Walter Lee Davis Jr., served in the U.S. Air Force in Korea, died in 2014 and is buried in Beaufort National Cemetery. Every year, since she has participated in the wreath laying. This year, a Facebook fundraiser for her birthday raised enough to add 87 wreaths to the record-breaking total and a cause close to her heart.</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>“He always said the best thing he ever did was serve his country, and I was the second best,” she said of her father. “I don’t mind being second to my country.”</p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Erin Bowman is a former newspaper reporter living in Beaufort. After working at the Citizen’s Voice in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., she covered Beaufort for nearly four years at the Beaufort Gazette.</em></p>\n<!-- /wp:paragraph -->', '‘Everybody gets a wreath’', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'everybody-gets-a-wreath', '', '', '2021-12-28 23:35:28', '2021-12-29 04:35:28', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=54279', 0, 'post', '', 0);
