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(22841, 4, '2015-05-21 16:08:02', '2015-05-21 20:08:02', 'By Lee Scott\r\n\r\nMy son called me the other day and said he was listening to audio podcasts in his car during his commute to work. He was listening to the works of various philosophers and wanted to know my opinion on philosophy. I told him that my experience was limited to one semester in college spent with Plato, Socrates and Descartes. One of the benefits, I reminded him, of a Liberal Arts College is that you are exposed to lots of information that you normally would not choose to be exposed; hence the philosophy class. I told him that it took me awhile to get in the swing of the class, but before I knew it I was saying things like “I think, therefore I am “ a translated Rene Descartes line from my studying.\r\n\r\nHowever, there was pressure at the time to actually understand the class because ultimately I was going to have to write a term paper on the subject. I had to delve further into the class subject rather than just memorize the names of philosophers, where they lived and when. It turned out to be very interesting. I learned about various philosophical theories and the class had some very lively debates. It was enlightening to learn that we have incorporated so much of these philosophies into our society and we are not even conscious of it. The Socratic Method is used by teachers all the time. It is the practice of asking a student enough questions so they figure out the answer themselves without you giving them the answer. As parents, we do this all the time.\r\n\r\nBut the truth is that after I wrote the term paper and after I took my final exam, I moved on from philosophy until the 1980s. It was then that I was exposed to the comic strip, Calvin and Hobbes. Bill Watterson created the two characters. The young precocious six year old Calvin character was based on John Calvin the 16th century French Reformation Theologian. Hobbes, his pet stuffed tiger, was based on the philosopher, Thomas Hobbes who was a 17th century English political philosopher. Calvin’s little stuffed tiger would come to life when no one else was around. They had the best philosophical discussions. It was amazing to watch these two characters examine the world around them and come up with some of the most profound observations.\r\n\r\nThink about an average six year old child and how they spend their days asking, when, where, how and what. It makes sense that Calvin’s pursuit of wisdom and his dialogue with Hobbes would draw the readers into his world. So it turns out that without realizing it my son and I are still in that pursuit of wisdom. Socrates would be so happy.', 'The Philosopher', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-philosopher', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:08:17', '2015-05-21 20:08:17', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22841', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22846, 4, '2015-05-21 16:10:32', '2015-05-21 20:10:32', 'We wanted to spend some time on the US Dollar — to provide you with an updated view both short term and longer term on its technical picture, and the implications of its historical price movements. We find now is a very important time to delve into the behavior of the “greenback,” as it has very much been in the news.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_22847\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/BUSINESS-WELLS-FARGO-Charles_Tumlin-e1432238985222.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-22847\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/BUSINESS-WELLS-FARGO-Charles_Tumlin-e1432238985222-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Charles Tumlin\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Charles Tumlin[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe US Dollar has been newsworthy so far in 2015, as it has posted an eye-popping gain, taking it to levels not seen since September 2003, or 11 1/2 years. This bullish story for the dollar has been going on since May 2011, as it has been in a “rising dollar environment” since May 4th, 2011, making it now the longest rising dollar environment since we’ve been tracking this currency.\r\n\r\nRelative Strength has helped to keep us invested where the potential for strength is. Historically, US Equities, and Small- and Mid-Cap stocks in particular, tend to outperform the market in a rising dollar environment. Our portfolios have been overweight small and midcap US equites since 2012 and underweight International Equities since 2012.\r\n\r\nThis is in contrast to strategic asset allocation strategies, which maintain static allocations to all asset classes, even when Relative Strength tells us to avoid or underweight an out of favor asset class.\r\n\r\n<em>This article was written by Dorsey, Wright and Associates, Inc., and provided to you by Wells Fargo Advisors and Charles Tumlin, Financial Advisor in Beaufort, SC, 211 Scott Street, (843) 524-1114. You cannot directly invest in an index. Wells Fargo Advisors did not assist in the preparation of this article, and its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed.Relative Strength is a measure of price trends that indicates how a stock is performing relative to other stocks in its industry. The opinions expressed in this report are those of Dorsey Wright and are not necessarily those of Wells Fargo Advisors or its affiliates. The material has been prepared or is distributed solely for information purposes and is not a solicitation or an offer to buy any security or instrument or to participate in any trading strategy.  Investments in securities and insurance products are: NOT FDIC-INSURED/NOT BANK-GUARANTEED/MAY LOSE VALUE. Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo &amp; Company. CAR 0415-01622.</em>', 'A rising dollar environment ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-rising-dollar-environment', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:10:32', '2015-05-21 20:10:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22846', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22850, 4, '2015-05-21 16:13:10', '2015-05-21 20:13:10', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SPORTS-Badkatz.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-22854\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SPORTS-Badkatz-300x204.jpg\" alt=\"SPORTS - Badkatz\" width=\"300\" height=\"204\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe 14U SC Badkatz brought home 1st place in the USSSA Come Bat for Measles tournament in Lexington on the weekend of May 17th. The Badkatz were strong all weekend remaining undefeated until the championship game, but then came alive in the international tie-breaker to bring home 1st place with a 4-1 victory. McKenzie Young led the way at the plate with a .714 batting average, including 6 RBI’s and scoring 7 times. Brittani Brown (.455, 4RBI’s, 3 runs scored) and Emily Crosby (.375, 3 RBI’s, 7 runs scored) also had great weekends at the plate. Alexis Ortiz led the way on the mound, going 5-1 on the weekend.', 'Badkatz win USSSA tournament', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'badkatz-win-usssa-tournament', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:13:10', '2015-05-21 20:13:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22850', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22851, 4, '2015-05-21 16:12:20', '2015-05-21 20:12:20', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SPORTS-BA-All-star-soccer-game-copy.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-22852\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SPORTS-BA-All-star-soccer-game-copy-300x125.jpg\" alt=\"SPORTS - BA All star soccer game copy\" width=\"300\" height=\"125\" /></a>\r\n\r\nCongratulations to BA soccer players Brynna Ferry, Amanda Kahn, Ryan Muniz, and George Sanford for being selected to play in SCISA’s 2015 North-South All-Star Games! The All-Star game was held on Saturday, May 16th, at Orangeburg Prep.', 'Soccer stars play in North/South game', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'soccer-stars-play-in-northsouth-game', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:12:20', '2015-05-21 20:12:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22851', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22856, 4, '2015-05-21 16:15:55', '2015-05-21 20:15:55', '[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"22860,22861,22863,22864\"]\r\n\r\nRecently, the Battery Creek High School Band won seven trophies at the Music Showcase Festival in Atlanta!  Led by Band Director, Jarrod Valenti, the Dolphins performed with grace, talent and enthusiasm against a large array of competing bands.\r\n\r\nGold medal – Superior rating went to “Code Blue” Drumline (1st place). Silver Medal – Excellent rating went to Concert Band (1st place). Best Overall instrumental group went to “Code Blue” Drumline. Best overall instrumental section went to Saxophones. Best overall percussion went to Snare Drums. Best musician went to Conner Yahres (snare). Best soloist went to Gloria McCreary (flute). Congratulations to the hard working Dolphin Band students for their outstanding accomplishments!', 'Battery Creek Band wins in Atlanta', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'battery-creek-band-wins-in-atlanta', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:14', '2018-07-12 15:00:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22856', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22857, 4, '2015-05-21 16:14:21', '2015-05-21 20:14:21', '[caption id=\"attachment_22858\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-OR-COMMUNITY-Okatie-Elem.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-22858 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-OR-COMMUNITY-Okatie-Elem-300x238.jpg\" alt=\"SCHOOLS OR COMMUNITY - Okatie Elem\" width=\"300\" height=\"238\" /></a> From left to right: Jan Samuel Okatie Elementary, Peggi Martin Okatie Elementary, Ben Duncan CenturyLink Market Development Manager and Kendra Beauford CenturyLink Retail Store Consultant.[/caption]\r\n\r\nCenturyLink Foundation recently announced the winners of the CenturyLink Clarke M. Williams Foundation’s Teachers and Technology grant program. The program, which has been offered since 2008, awards grants to schools in CenturyLink’s local service areas on behalf of teachers who have developed specific plans to innovatively implement technology in their classrooms.\r\n\r\n“We were excited to see the innovation and creativity in this year’s grants applications,” said Randy Wood, CenturyLink VP of Operations for Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee. “It’s encouraging to see teachers’ enthusiasm for bringing new learning tools and techniques into their classrooms, and we are pleased to be able to help expose students to more educational technology in their daily school lives.”\r\n\r\nOkatie Elementary will receive $5,000 to provide iPads for first grade. The grant was submitted by Jan Samuel and Okatie Elementary was chosen out of more than 1,000 schools across the country who applied.', 'Okatie Elementary wins $5,000 grant', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'okatie-elementary-wins-5000-grant', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:15', '2018-07-12 15:00:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22857', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22868, 4, '2015-05-21 16:26:08', '2015-05-21 20:26:08', 'It was a picture perfect day for volunteers and participants alike as they took part in the Bridges Preparatory School’s Block Party featuring a Shrimp and Grits cook-off at Southside Park. The fundraising event for the school also had live music from Night Train, face painting, rock climbing and a corn hole tournament. Patrick and Mandi Haney said their daughter goes to Bridges and they couldn’t be happier. “We love it. She gets the one-on-one, individualized instruction she needs”, they said. “All the children get very focused attention. That is why we are happy to contribute in any way we can”.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>By Bob Sofaly</strong></p>\r\n[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"22880,22879,22878,22877,22876,22875,22874,22873,22872,22871,22884,22885\"]', 'Nothing says Lowcountry like shrimp & grits', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'nothing-says-lowcountry-like-shrimp-grits', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:30:35', '2015-05-21 20:30:35', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22868', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22895, 4, '2015-05-21 16:35:17', '2015-05-21 20:35:17', 'What a perfect night! A big thank-you to Nuances in Port Royal who hosted the May Island Girls Night Out. Everyone seemed to have a blast. For the 150 or so there, it was hard to know what to do first– shop or enjoy the wine punch. Many managed to do both. This is a terrific store that caters to the likes of many – stylish but comfortable and affordable clothes perfect for the Lowcountry’s warm climate and beach-y approach to life. As always, Irene Goodnight put together an amazing list of door prizes.\r\n\r\nHere is a list of the proud winners: Nuances gave 24 reversible placemats to Inez Miller, Moondoggies gift card to Heather Lanning, Beaufort Lands’ End Kayak Tours gift card to Christine Devine, Thibault Gallery sailing boat print to Marion Winsley, Greenfish Gallery art to Veronica Robdau, Craftseller gift card to Mary Harris, The Kitchen gift card to Susan Dixon, It’s Me Fashions cover up to Mary Hughes, Modern Jewelers silver earrings to a mystery winner, Coastal Carolina Rei-ta session to Venaye McGlashon, Renee Armstrong candles to Gail Wierzbicki, Georgia Mitchell bag to Patricia Green, Pinnacle 20 units of Botox to Linda Thompson.\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"22900,22903,22904,22906,22908,22909\"]', 'Experiencing the Nuances of Port Royal', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'experiencing-the-nuances-of-port-royal', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:36:00', '2015-05-21 20:36:00', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22895', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22883, 4, '2015-05-21 16:29:58', '2015-05-21 20:29:58', '<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>By Bob Sofaly</strong></p>\r\nIt was the return engagement of Chicago’s Sugar Blue Band on Saturday evening for the kickoff of the 7th Annual Spring Series of Street Music on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. And nobody went home disappointed.\r\n\r\nProducer J.W. Rone said Sugar Blue, as he is known, is a multiple Emmy award winning musician who played harmonica for the Rolling Stones. It didn’t take long for the band’s high energy music to get people out of the seats and dancing in the street.\r\n\r\nRone said the next free concert will be on May 30th featuring jazz by the Terry Herron Band from Hilton Head. On June 13th, Port Royal will host the Conservation Theory bluegrass band from upstate South Carolina.\r\n\r\nThe Spring Series will close out on June 27 with E.G. Knight, another blues and jazz band. But don’t despair. Rone said the Summer Series will kick off sometime in August, though the exact date hasn’t been set yet and will be announced at a later date.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"22888,22889,22890,22891\"]', '7th Annual Spring series of Street Music kicks off', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '7th-annual-spring-series-of-street-music-kicks-off', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:29:58', '2015-05-21 20:29:58', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22883', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22894, 4, '2015-05-21 17:34:59', '2015-05-21 21:34:59', 'William B. Harvey, III moved to Beaufort with his family shortly after he was born. As an almost-lifelong resident, he now serves the Beaufort community as a partner in Harvey &amp; Battey, P.A. and as the Beaufort city attorney. Recently, Bill (as he is known) was certified as a life member in both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, two of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_22913\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PROFILE-HARVEY1-e1432240696537.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-22913\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PROFILE-HARVEY1-e1432240696537-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"William B. Harvey III\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> William B. Harvey III[/caption]\r\n\r\nGrowing up with a father and grandfather who were attorneys, Bill says that all he ever wanted to do was to become a lawyer himself and join his father’s firm. Soon after graduating cum laude from the University Of South Carolina School Of Law, he did just that.\r\n\r\n“I have had the joy and privilege of practicing law with my father for 33 years,” Bill says, “and the honor of continuing the family’s involvement in Harvey &amp; Battey for a third generation.”\r\n\r\nIt was Henry Chambers, who Bill says was like second father to him when he was growing up, who encouraged him to apply for the open position of Beaufort city attorney in 1987. It’s a position he has held since.\r\n\r\n“I have loved helping steer Beaufort City Council and the city administration as they work for the good of our beautiful and historic community.”\r\n\r\nKnown and appreciated for his dedication to his clients and working to win their cases, Bill says his philosophy is to provide aggressive, but compassionate, legal representation to those who seek his services. Bill remembers a time early in his career when a judge wasn’t a fan of his courtroom style, though.\r\n\r\n“In the course of a jury trial, former (now deceased) Circuit Judge Clyde Eltzroth threatened, in front of the jury, to throw me in jail for contempt for zealously representing my client at the trial,” says Bill. “I won the case, and surmise that the jury must have felt sorry for a young lawyer being ‘beaten up’ by such an experienced judge.”\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_22914\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/facebook_-210037824.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-22914\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/facebook_-210037824-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Bill with wife, Martha\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a> Bill with wife, Martha[/caption]\r\n\r\nIn his recent appointment to the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forums, Bill joins an elite group of approximately 4,000 attorneys in the United States who have served as lead counsel and have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts, awards and settlements. Less than 1 percent of U.S. lawyers are members of these groups.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, Bill is a member of the bar in South Carolina, and can practice in the 4th and 11th Circuit Courts of Appeals. He’s also a member of the bar of the United States Supreme Court and a Certified South Carolina Mediator.\r\n\r\nBill has served on the Board of Trustees for the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation for nine years and he’s currently the chairman of the Hospital Foundation. He’s also a member of the Board of the Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail and an elder at First Presbyterian Church. In his free time, Bill is a member of the Sea Island Chamber Singers, an auditioned choral group, and a member of the First Presbyterian Church choir. He enjoys playing the guitar, hunting, fishing and road cycling.\r\n\r\nBill and his wife Martha are the parents of William Brantley Harvey, IV, Laura W. Harvey and Stuart C. Harvey.\r\n\r\nBill says he is proud that Harvey &amp; Battey has been, and continues to be, a stable force in the legal community of Beaufort and Lowcountry South Carolina, providing continuous services for over 93 years.\r\n\r\n“I am especially proud of my ability to work for over 33 years with my father, Colden Battey, and the other attorneys in our firm. One of my professional goals is to remain in the leadership of Harvey &amp; Battey until it reaches its 100th anniversary in 2022.”', 'Local attorney William Harvey named to elite legal groups', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'local-attorney-william-harvey-named-to-elite-legal-groups', '', '', '2015-05-21 17:34:59', '2015-05-21 21:34:59', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22894', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22911, 4, '2015-05-21 16:40:42', '2015-05-21 20:40:42', 'Citadel Class of 2015 graduate Harley Martin of Beaufort was awarded with The American Legion College Award at the award convocation, held in McAlister Field House and sponsored by Jim Whetstone, Class of 1960, and his wife, Lila.\r\n\r\nThe American Legion College Award is presented to a first class cadet who has demonstrated qualities of military leadership, discipline, and citizenship. The key attributes considered in this selection are service to others, dedication to values, and honor to self and country.\r\n\r\nMartin received a BSCE in Civil Engineering when he graduated on May 9th.', 'Harley Martin receives The American Legion College Award', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'harley-martin-receives-the-american-legion-college-award', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:40:42', '2015-05-21 20:40:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22911', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22916, 4, '2015-05-21 16:41:06', '2015-05-21 20:41:06', 'Beaufort-Jasper Water and Sewer Authority (BJWSA) is alerting its customers to what is an apparent scam involving phone calls from someone posing as a representative of a local water company. BJWSA has been informed of three different cases recently that targeted its commercial customers where the person stated they were calling from either “BJWSA,” “your local water department,” or “city utility.” In these three cases the person stated the customer’s water would be turned off unless a payment is made.\r\n\r\nBJWSA makes courtesy calls through their automated system. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a call, please contact them at 843-987-9200.', 'Heads up! New phone scam occuring in Beaufort County', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'heads-up-new-phone-scam-occuring-in-beaufort-county', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:41:06', '2015-05-21 20:41:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22916', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22918, 4, '2015-05-21 16:42:04', '2015-05-21 20:42:04', 'What bleeds blue blood, scavenges the seafloor with ten eyes, and is most closely related to spiders and scorpions? You got it, Horseshoe Crabs. That’s what!\r\n\r\nHorseshoe Crabs may look like aliens, but they’re an indispensable part of both the medical world and coastal food webs across the globe. They’re also spawning in South Carolina until July.\r\n\r\nHorseshoe Crabs come ashore en masse during spawning season to lay and fertilize eggs. The crabs appear in greatest numbers under the tides of full and new moons, laying their eggs where they’ll stand the best chance of survival.\r\n\r\nThese tiny, greenish eggs are packed with nutrients that sustain enormous flocks - and at times even entire species - of shorebirds. The survival of the Red Knot, a federally threatened shorebird, depends upon a plentiful supply of Horseshoe Crab eggs along their migration route, which can extend from the tip of South America to the Arctic.\r\n\r\nHorseshoe Crabs can be a lifeline for humans, too. If you’ve ever received a flu shot, you’ve benefitted from the biology of these unusual creatures. A test derived from their blood remains the best tool doctors have for checking the safety of injectable medicines and implantable medical devices. That means every tetanus shot administered and pacemaker implanted is first tested for bacterial contamination using an extract from Horseshoe Crab blood.\r\n\r\nThe Horseshoe Crab’s ecological and medical significance makes understanding and protecting the species a priority for Department of Natural Resources. For over fifteen years, DNR biologists have participated in a national tagging program, affixing plastic disks with unique numeric codes to the shells of hundreds of Horseshoe Crabs so their movements can be tracked.\r\n\r\n“In collaboration with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, SCDNR has tagged over 9,000 Horseshoe Crabs since 1997,” said marine scientist Dr. Amy Fowler. “Over the past year, we’ve conducted mark-recapture tagging studies, egg surveys on known spawning beaches, and the start of a population genetic assessment.”\r\n\r\nLast summer, a pilot study analyzing genetic samples from 100 St. Helena Sound Horseshoe Crabs indicated the crabs belonged to a relatively large and diverse population. DNR biologists will continue that work at the statewide level this summer to determine if significant genetic differentiation exists between Horseshoe Crabs living in separate estuaries along the coast of South Carolina.\r\n\r\nHorseshoe Crab numbers have seen a steep decline across much of the eastern seaboard, due in part to their popularity as bait for eel and whelk fisheries. South Carolina only allows harvest for biomedical and educational purposes; biomedical permit holders temporarily collect and extract blood from Horseshoe Crabs before returning them to South Carolina waters.\r\n\r\nIf you see a tagged crab, report it by calling 1-888-546-8587 or go to http://www.fws.gov/crabtag. Also, if you encounter an overturned crab on the beach, turn him back over- but not by grabbing their tail which can injure them. Wave action can flip Horseshoe Crabs onto their shells as they come ashore to mate and lay eggs, killing many adults each year. By turning stranded Horseshoe Crabs over you can save a life and help ensure the health of their population in South Carolina.', 'What sea animal is older than dinosaurs?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-sea-animal-is-older-than-dinosaurs', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:42:04', '2015-05-21 20:42:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22918', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22920, 4, '2015-05-21 16:43:21', '2015-05-21 20:43:21', 'The Technical College of the Lowcountry’s Perfect Pitch competition recently struck a chord with several TCL students and community members alike.\r\n\r\nThough the “pitch” involved here was not musical but entrepreneurial.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_22921\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"237\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-perfect-pitch.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-22921\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-perfect-pitch-237x300.jpg\" alt=\"TCL business management student Brent Hoffman shows off his DJ skills as part of his “Perfect Pitch.”\" width=\"237\" height=\"300\" /></a> TCL business management student Brent Hoffman shows off his DJ skills as part of his “Perfect Pitch.”[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe competition, geared toward TCL students and alumni, allows budding entrepreneurs to present their well-developed business plans to a diverse panel of judges to compete for valuable funding. Three participants were awarded a total of $7,000.\r\n\r\nBusiness management student and winner Brent Hoffman, of Beaufort, was excited to receive funding to help him expand his DJ business, J Demonstr8 Mobile DJ Service.\r\n\r\n“The funding from this competition will help me branch out to a much wider area and put me in direct contact with my target audience,” he said. “Plus, it will lead to increased exposure to my brand and will generate hundreds of leads to follow up with.”\r\n\r\nErin Walker, whose winning pitch was for her Beaufort-based walking food tour company called “A Taste of the Lowcountry,” plans to use her award to expand marketing efforts through her website, advertising, and social media practices.\r\n\r\nThese “Perfect Pitches” were more than just wishful whims and brainstorming ideas, however.\r\n\r\nParticipants were required to present well-researched business plans that included a comprehensive written proposal; a detailed description of the business concept with a management, product/service, and marketing plan; and estimated three-year financials.\r\n\r\nCompetitors started the process months ago by attending workshops and seminars sponsored by groups such as SCORE, participating in TCL’s monthly Entrepreneurship Club meetings and even partnering with successful area entrepreneurs for mentoring.\r\n\r\n“I was able to turn the business inside-out and focus on every piece of it and come up with a winning strategy to ensure success,” Hoffman said.\r\n\r\nPort Royal resident and business student Jessica Starleigh, whose winning pitch was for her professional organizing service called “Fairy God Mama,” says the Perfect Pitch program was well worth the effort.\r\n\r\n“I have never worked so hard on anything in my life I don’t think,” she said. “But this competition has helped me gain more confidence as well as the seed money for my business.”\r\n\r\nBusiness Instructor Candice Chastain says the extensive and demanding process has a very important goal: “The process makes the students truly evaluate whether or not the business is likely to be financially successful,” she said.\r\n\r\nWalker, who is a 2014 TCL hospitality management graduate, echoes Chastain’s point. “The program taught me how crucial having a solid plan in place is to the success of the company,” she said.\r\n\r\nWalker also points to other benefits. “The entire process gave me great constructive criticism to build a better business,” she said.\r\n\r\nCommunity members were also excited to get involved. Callawassie residents Tom and Susan Potrykus chose to invest in the initiative as it supports successful community entrepreneurism.\r\n\r\n“A healthy small business climate is what makes successful small towns, and the Perfect Pitch competition is all about being successful entrepreneurs,” he said.\r\n\r\nChastain agrees that the Perfect Pitch program is important to the local economy.\r\n\r\n“The more businesses we can assist grow, the more our programs here at TCL can directly contribute to improving and supporting the local economy,” she said. “This program certainly helps in supporting a well-educated local workforce that is prepared to succeed.”\r\n\r\n“The panel and other guests present were so helpful in sharing their experiences and wisdom with us,” Starleigh said. “It was just an amazing experience and opportunity overall.”\r\n\r\n“It means so much to me to know that the local community believes in what I am doing as much as I do,” Hoffman said.', 'TCL’s Perfect Pitch is music to our ears', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'tcls-perfect-pitch-is-music-to-our-ears', '', '', '2015-05-21 16:43:21', '2015-05-21 20:43:21', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22920', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22923, 4, '2015-05-21 17:26:54', '2015-05-21 21:26:54', '[caption id=\"attachment_22924\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-AT-STILLS-Class-of-2015-photo-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-22924\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-AT-STILLS-Class-of-2015-photo-1-300x211.jpg\" alt=\"From left to right: Anthony Slade, Pete Supan, Nadia Thyberg, Travis Clark, Megan Sampson, Matthew Checketts. Not pictured: Kara Eberhardt. \" width=\"300\" height=\"211\" /></a> From left to right: Anthony Slade, Pete Supan, Nadia Thyberg, Travis Clark, Megan Sampson, Matthew Checketts. Not pictured: Kara Eberhardt.[/caption]\r\n\r\nA.T. Still University is renowned for its preeminence as a multidisciplinary healthcare educator. The University is focused on integrating the founding tenets of osteopathic medicine and the advancing knowledge of today’s science. ATSU continually earns distinctions as the graduate health sciences university with best-in-class curriculum and a community outreach mission to serve the underserved. The University has a rich history of leadership in both healthcare education and correlated research. ATSU is partnering with Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services to provide hands-on training for students as part of their degree program. The Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services is pleased to announce the residency results for its’ medical students from AT Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona.\r\n\r\nFor the Class of 2015, seven students were matched to residency programs across the country. The programs for the students who have released their results are as follows:\r\n\r\nMatthew Checketts, Florida Atlantic University COM in Boca Raton, FL with a specialty in Internal Medicine.\r\n\r\nStephen Travis Clark, Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA -  transitional year.\r\n\r\nKara Eberhardt, Southern Regional AHEC – Cape Fear in Fayetteville, NC with a specialty in Family Medicine.\r\n\r\nMegan Sampson, University of South Dakota in Sioux Falls, SD with a specialty in Pediatrics.\r\n\r\nAnthony Slade, Darnall Army Medical Center – Fort Hoodin in Ft. Hood, TX with a specialty in Family Medicine.\r\n\r\nPete Supan, Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, FL with a specialty in Internal Medicine.\r\n\r\nNadia Thyberg, Naval Medical Center in San Diego, CA with a specialty in Pediatrics.', 'Students move on to residency programs', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'students-move-on-to-residency-programs', '', '', '2015-05-21 17:26:54', '2015-05-21 21:26:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22923', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22926, 4, '2015-05-21 17:30:43', '2015-05-21 21:30:43', 'It is the end of another year for athletes from Battery Creek and Beaufort Middle School who work with Special Olympics athletes in the National Project Unify program. This program places able bodied athletes with Special Olympics athletes to learn about a particular sport and the collaboration between Dataw, Battery Creek and Beaufort Middle School is currently the only program that provides tennis for these players.\r\n\r\nFor over ten years, a handful of Dataw Island residents and local supporters have sponsored Northern Beaufort County Special Olympics tennis. This weekly coaching allows a large number of Special Olympic athletes to compete with confidence at the Special Olympics.\r\n\r\n“Dataw Island has been fortunate to host Battery Creek and Beaufort Middle for the past two years,” Warren Florence, Dataw Island Tennis Director said. “We look forward to continuing that relationship and seeing all of these students again in the fall.”\r\n\r\n“I just love this program and we are so happy to be able to give back to the community and help these students play tennis and just have a good time,” said Laura Bricker, a Dataw Island resident and volunteer.\r\n\r\nProgram Unify will begin again when school resumes this fall and students will be playing tennis and learning valuable skills at Dataw Island every Wednesday throughout the fall and the spring.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"5\" ids=\"22927,22928,22929,22930,22931\"]', 'Special Olympics serves aces at Dataw', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'special-olympics-serves-aces-at-dataw', '', '', '2015-05-21 17:30:43', '2015-05-21 21:30:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22926', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22934, 4, '2015-05-21 17:34:11', '2015-05-21 21:34:11', 'The Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation held its annual Celebration of Giving last month at Sarah and Greg Dyson’s beautiful new home high on the banks of the Beaufort River. It was an opportunity to thank loyal donors for their support and and present a check for $510,644 representing the Foundation’s annual contribution from the Endowment Fund to the hospital. The event is held each year to thank to donors and doctors for all that they do to advance Beaufort Memorial’s mission to deliver superior healthcare and to create goodwill between our hospital and our community.\r\n\r\n“Community support for our local not-for-profit hospital has come a long way,” said Alice Moss, Executive Director of the Foundation. “To ensure that we can continue to enjoy all that our hospital means to us – now and in the future – this philanthropic spirit must continue to grow. Every dollar the Foundation can provide to BMH, whether through direct gifts or endowment support, goes to the hospital’s bottom line to help support critical capital investments and programs that help all our neighbors better manage their health.”\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"22941,22940,22939,22938,22935,22936\"]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Beaufort Memorial Foundation thanks donors', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-memorial-foundation-thanks-donors', '', '', '2015-05-21 17:34:11', '2015-05-21 21:34:11', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22934', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22944, 4, '2015-05-21 17:38:20', '2015-05-21 21:38:20', 'Remember that most federal, state, and county government offices will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Take time to thank those who have served.<b> </b>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Photo by Bob Sofaly</strong></p>', 'Thank our veterans', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'thank-our-veterans', '', '', '2015-05-21 17:38:20', '2015-05-21 21:38:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22944', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22945, 4, '2015-05-21 17:38:40', '2015-05-21 21:38:40', 'By Justin Jarrett\r\n\r\nThey lingered on the field and in the dugout well after the celebration on the other side of the field had died down, clinging to the final minutes of an era.\r\n\r\nThe University of South Carolina Beaufort softball team’s season ended — and with it, the careers of nine seniors who helped start the program four years ago — with consecutive losses to top-seeded Campbellsville (Ky.) in the USC Beaufort Bracket of the NAIA Softball National Championship Opening Round. For the second time in three seasons, the Sand Sharks fell one win short of the NAIA Softball World Series.\r\n\r\nBut afterwards, the focus was much more on all this group had accomplished.\r\n\r\nThe nine seniors took part in 161 wins over the past four seasons. They won a regular-season Sun Conference championship, finished as regular-season runners-up three times, and won the Sun Conference Tournament twice, including a run of five straight victories to come through the loser’s bracket earlier this month.\r\n\r\nSeveral times Wednesday it appeared they would add one more victory and one more accolade to the resume.\r\n\r\nAfter falling behind 2-0 in the first inning of Wednesday’s first game, the Sand Sharks rallied to tie it on senior Maddie Byrd’s two-out, two-run double in the fifth. Haley Szpila’s solo shot in the sixth put the Tigers back on top, and USCB was down to its final out when Byrd delivered again, driving a two-run home run to the opposite field for a 4-3 lead.\r\n\r\nThe Sand Sharks couldn’t hold the lead, though, as Campbellsville’s Jacqueline Roof smacked a double to left-center in the bottom of the seventh to drive in the tying run and force extra innings.\r\n\r\nUSCB again broke on top in the 10th — again with two outs — when Haley Brown smashed her 14th home run of the season to match Byrd for the team lead. But the Tigers again answered, as Brianna Scott led off the bottom of the inning with a double and scored on Kristin Benton’s infield single. Erin Benton came through two innings later, singling through the left side to score Szpila with the winning run and force a winner-take-all rematch.\r\n\r\nCampbellsville again grabbed the early lead in the finale, as Roof homered leading off the third and the Tigers plated two more runs in the inning for a 3-0 lead.\r\n\r\nThe Sand Sharks struck back in the fourth when senior Sammi Shaffren singled home a run and senior Shelby Zipperer was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded, cutting the deficit to 3-2.\r\n\r\nAnother big inning did in USCB in the fifth, though, as two errors opened the door for four unearned runs, and the Sand Sharks couldn’t muster another late-inning rally.\r\n\r\nFor the second time, USCB’s juniors and seniors watched another team celebrate an NAIA Softball World Series berth on their field, but after an emotional team meeting, they set about a celebration of their own, albeit a more subdued one.\r\n\r\nThey celebrated a program that in four short years has grown from infancy to national prominence and nine seniors who made it possible. But the celebrations are over now and it is time to be thinking about the future. And that future holds much promise as the Sand Sharks start to look to next season with the help of rising senior outfielder Bri Kelnhofer from Beaufort. It is tough to lose, but it will make the win sweeter when it comes. And it will come for the Sand Sharks. Just not this year.', 'The agony of defeat', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-agony-of-defeat', '', '', '2015-05-21 17:39:49', '2015-05-21 21:39:49', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22945', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22951, 4, '2015-05-21 17:43:32', '2015-05-21 21:43:32', 'By Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nMore than 120 volunteers gathered at the Port Royal Maritime Center on Saturday to help build an artificial oyster reef on the banks of the Chechessee River. Peter Kingsley-Smith, a biologist with the SC Department of Natural Resources’ shellfish research section, said three different mediums were being used to give oysters a kick start and help new beds form. “We have 120 volunteers gathered to lay out 300 castle blocks and 25 crab pots” for oysters to attach to, he said. “We also have 250 bags of recycled oyster shells” that will be laid in the mud near the other oyster attractants. Kingsley-Smith said the science collaborative throughout the  state would not be possible without a grant from the non-profit National Estuarine Research Society.\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"22955,22954,22952\"]', 'Stopping erosion', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'stopping-erosion', '', '', '2015-05-21 17:43:32', '2015-05-21 21:43:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22951', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(22958, 4, '2015-05-28 19:03:51', '2015-05-28 23:03:51', '<strong>Fripp Audubon &amp; Naturally Fripp presentation</strong>\r\n\r\nLook! Up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s…a star? No, maybe a planet, or…? It’s like you can see the entire universe on a clear Lowcountry night! But what’s shining over there? Star or planet? A star-studded bear? A dragon?! Where? Whoa! Was that a UFO streaking overhead? Learn all you ever wanted to know about our night sky from Master Naturalist Dave Moore, Thurs., May 28, at 7 p.m., Fripp Island Community Centre. Free presentation &amp; pass at Fripp gate. Hosted by Fripp Audubon &amp; Naturally Fripp Community Wildlife Habitat. No telescope needed, just look up! See stars, constellations, planets, satellites &amp; even ANOTHER GALAXY (far, far away)! Meet ‘n’ Greet, 6 p.m.—please bring small plate of nibbles to share. Contact Pat Cotter, patrick.r.cotter@gmail.com &amp; visit www.islc.net/audubon/.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Water Festival is coming! Sign up today!</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Talent Show wants you:</strong> It’s time to show your stuff. The deadline to be in the Water Festival is fast approaching! Applications and additional info can be found www.atbftwaterfestival.com/event-registrations. The event is limited to the first 40 applicants! Sponsored by McDonald’s and Hosted by Preceptor Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. Applications must be submitted by May 29th. For additional information, contact Rhonda Conner (843) 812-7901 or Mary Ann Borrmann (843) 812-3030. Auditions will be held Wednesday, June 3, 2015.\r\n\r\n<strong>Ready to run?</strong> Sign up for our inaugural 5K/15K Run race on June 6th is now online. The races will start at 8 a.m. on Parris Island. Registration is only on ACTIVE.com, and the link can be found on our website at www.atbftwaterfestival.com. Event sponsor is Omni Health\r\nand Fitness.\r\n\r\n<strong>Are you a teacher in need of a job?</strong>\r\n\r\nPublic school districts from across South Carolina will converge upon the South Carolina State Fairgrounds on Friday, May 29th in an effort to fill current and anticipated teaching vacancies. The one-day job fair attracts jobseekers and offers them an opportunity to network with representatives from a number of the state’s public school districts. This year’s Expo, sponsored by the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention and Advancement (CERRA), is designed to help districts find top-notch candidates to fill shortages in all subject areas and grade levels. Participation in the Expo is limited to teachers, recent graduates of teacher education programs, and individuals who have met admission criteria for an approved alternative licensure program in South Carolina. For more details and registration information, visit www.cerra.org/expo.aspx.\r\n\r\n<strong>Need to learn to drive?</strong>\r\n\r\nA new AARP Smart Driver class will be given on Friday May 29th, 2015 at the SUMMIT PLACE of BEAUFORT, 1119 Pickpocket Plantation Dr. Class will run from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. {A 6 HR. CLASS) and include a lunch break. The cost is $15:00 for AARP members and $ 20:00 for non/AARP members. A certificate will be issued upon completion to be used for a discount on your auto insurance. Class size is limited. Call now to register: 843-521-1941.\r\n\r\n<strong>Kick it with Beaufort Academy! </strong>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy will host a co-ed adult kickball tournament to kick off the summer on Saturday, May 30th, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Beaufort Academy Blue &amp; White Club. Neal McCarty is the organizer for the kickball tournament. Registration for the tournament is available online at www.camperregsecure.com/beaufortacademy.\r\n\r\n<strong>Try something new </strong>\r\n\r\nIntegrative Healing Arts Sampler is scheduled for May 30th from 9 a.m. to\r\n1 p.m. Experience clinical style delivery of counseling, massage, chiropractic, neuro emotional, Healing Touch, nutritional, holistic MD and more by licensed volunteer practitioners and Christian healing prayer team. The event is located at 705 Bladen Street, Beaufort. The cost is a $10 donation for a 20 minute session. Registration starts at 9 a.m. and spots are limited for those who want a service. Entry is free of charge to the public to visit. Samplers will occur on last Saturday of each month with next on May 30. Sponsored by the Ministries for Synergetic Wellness to raise funds for those who cannot afford holistic mental health services. Scholarship applications are available on site. For questions email reneesutton@healthierhealing.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Beaufort Church of Christ 5th Sunday Fellowship  </strong>\r\n\r\nWelcome to the Beaufort Church of Christ: “Where All the Doors Swing Loose on Welcome Hinges to You and to Yours!” We are hosting Our 5th Sunday Fellowship May 31st, 2015 – Our Family &amp; Friends Daytheme will be “Except the Lord Build the House, They Labor in Vain that Build It” Psalm 127:1\r\n\r\nOur Host Minister for the bible study group is Dr. Jonas Gadson who will speak at 10 a.m. Following is Guest Minister Jack McNeil who will speak at the morning Worship Service at 11:15 a.m. and Guest Minister Frank McElveen Sr. will speak at the afternoon Worship Service at 2:15 p.m. For Sunday May 31, 2015 only: All Worship Services and lunch will be held at 491 Parris Island Gateway Beaufort. Parris Island Gateway is off of Rt. 21 South coming into Beaufort. It is next to the shopping plaza on left. Services are held at the big grey building. Parking is available at the shopping plaza or at the building. Lunch is provided at 1:15 p.m. FREE and the Public Is Invited! For additional information call (843) 524-4281 or (843) 379-8145, email jg@jonasbonus.com, or visit www.BeaufortCoC.com. For any questions regarding the above, contact Dr. Jonas Gadson, Minister at the Beaufort Church of Christ at (843) 524-4281 or (843) 379-8145. You can also email him at jg@jonasbonus.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>First Presbyterian to confirm record number </strong>\r\n\r\nFirst Presbyterian Church of Beaufort will receive seventeen youth into membership in the church through Confirmation on May 31st. Dr. John Wells Kuykendall, President Emeritus of Davidson College in Davidson, NC will preach at the 11:00 a.m. special service. This year marks the largest Confirmation Class in the 103 year history of First Presbyterian Church. Over an 18-week period, seventh and eighth graders attended special classes led by the ministerial staff. Classes provide a foundational understanding of faith, tradition, and Presbyterian practices, and process sought to help build, strengthen, and nurture relationships with peers and others in the membership of the church. The 17 members of this year’s confirmation class also were tasked with raising awareness and funds for a community and international outreach mission project. Following the ‘Parable of the Talents,’ –the biblical story of multiplying and sharing the gifts of God, each student was given $10 to use as seed money to invest in an individual talent – to be multiplied and reinvested. That initial $170 resulted in more than $1,700! The $1,700 purchased groceries for a Friday night meal for the neighborhood Residents living around the Washington Street Park neighborhood in downtown Beaufort. The remainder of the funds went to Capva School in Cite Soleil, Haiti for the purchase of a grill, utensils, and coolers used to provide school lunches for 145 student and teachers.\r\n\r\n<strong>Fifth Sunday Music at local Methodist Church  </strong>\r\n\r\nFifth Sunday Music Hymn Fest will be presented at 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 31st at the Port Royal United Methodist Church, 1602 Columbia Avenue at 16th Street, Port Royal. The gathering music and the postlude will include organ selections composed by Johann Pachelbel, played by Margaret Bukkosy, Director of Music. Robert Gibson, from Atlanta will be guest soloist. Guitarist John O’Neill will participate along with the PRUMC Choir. Everyone is invited to attend the free luncheon following the Hymn Fest. Please call the church at 524-2005 for more information.\r\n\r\n<strong>St. Helena’s Vacation Bible School program based on local book</strong><b>  </b>\r\n\r\nThe Parish Church of St. Helena’s Vacation Bible School will use a “homegrown” curriculum this year. The weeklong program will be based on a book called <em>The Old Testament: Homer Dives In</em>, written by St. Helena’s parishioner Michelle Edwards and her mother, Barbara Boyd. In the book Homer, a young boy struggling to be still and pay attention in church, opens the Bible to the Old Testament and is quickly engrossed in the ancient stories of battles and victories, talking donkeys, and poisoned stew. “With true stories like these, who needs the hype?” said Melissa Davis, Director of Children’s Ministries at St. Helena’s, explaining why she isn’t using a pre-packaged curriculum this year. VBS will be held June 15 through 19, 9 a.m. to noon each day, at Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, 302 Burroughs Ave. in Beaufort. The program is for rising kindergartners through rising fifth-graders. The cost is $5 per child ($20 maximum per family). To register, go to www.sthelenas1712.org/vbs-2015. Spaces are limited, and all registrations are needed by June 10. For more information, contact Melissa Davis, 843-522-1712, ext. 210 or mdavis@sthelenas1712.org; or Kelly Newnham, 843-522-1712 or knewnham@sthelenas1712; or visit www.sthelenas1712.org.', 'What To Do the week of May 28th-June 3rd', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-may-29th-june-3rd', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:04:14', '2015-05-28 23:04:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22958', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22962, 4, '2015-05-28 19:06:14', '2015-05-28 23:06:14', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PETS-charlie.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-22963\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PETS-charlie-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"PETS - charlie\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Charlie has a lot of love to give and is quite the cuddle bug. He likes to bathe in the sun, and spends the majority of his day sleeping in a nice cozy spot. Come spend time with Charlie today at the Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PETS-Lady.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-22964\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PETS-Lady-300x274.jpg\" alt=\"PETS - Lady\" width=\"300\" height=\"274\" /></a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Lady is friendly, playful and truly affectionate. She is here to brighten your day and is up for joining you on any adventure! Great with children, other dogs, and will respect a kitty’s space. Come play with Lady today at the Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center!</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Monday - Saturday from 12 to 7 p.m. Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more information.</p>', 'Pets of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pets-of-the-week-6', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:06:14', '2015-05-28 23:06:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22962', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22966, 4, '2015-05-28 19:09:37', '2015-05-28 23:09:37', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>As the heat of summer quickly takes over the Lowcountry,\r\n</em><em>make sure to keep your pets protected!</em></h2>\r\nBy Dr. Parker T. Barker\r\n\r\nThere has been a lot in the media recently about not leaving your dogs in hot cars during the summer. And I truly hope you got that message. Don’t do it. Your dog or cat could die. But are you aware of another issue relative to the heat we dogs face? Didn’t think so.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PETS-ALTERNATIVE-PHOTO-e1432854557466.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-22967\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PETS-ALTERNATIVE-PHOTO-e1432854557466-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"PETS- ALTERNATIVE PHOTO\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Do you have any idea how hot the cement and sidewalks can get in the summer heat? Depending on the surface, they can range from about 125 degrees to 140 degrees. Bricks, cement, asphalt all heat up between peak times of 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. You wear shoes. We don’t so our feet are coming in contact with that scorching footing all the time. You know that I can injure my feet if I step on something sharp – around here oyster shells are a problem. And leather car seats that have been sitting in the sun can get as high as 155 degrees. No joke. That is seriously hot and I would like to request something to sit on when we ride in the car. But unlike the obvious wounds like when I stepped on that piece of broken glass, burned pads may not be apparent to the eye, at least initially.\r\n\r\n<strong>So what should you, as a good dog Mom, look for?</strong>\r\n\r\n•   limping or refusing to walk\r\n\r\n•   licking or chewing at the feet\r\n\r\n•   pads darker in color\r\n\r\n•   missing part of pad\r\n\r\n•   blisters or redness\r\n\r\nAnd remember, if I have been out swimming all day, my pads are even softer than usual and therefore more susceptible to burning.\r\n\r\nThe healing process for a pup with burned footsies is pretty much the same as for their parents, stay off of it (yeah, that’s easy to do), keep it clean and bandaged, put on an antiseptic to prevent infection, and go to the vet at the first opportunity so they can determine just how bad the burns are. Your pet might need antibiotics or pain medication.\r\n\r\nBut my best advice is to simply be aware that you are asking your pet to walk on a hot surface in their bare feet. Avoid burnt paw pads by avoiding hot surfaces all together. If you have somebody else walking your dog, like a dog sitter, make sure they are keeping your dog on cooler ground as well. Try walking in a grassy area or somewhere that’s shady. Or walk before or after the heat of the day. There are several lotions that can provide relief from burned paws and many of them are organic. Again, be safe, and ask your vet before you put anything on your pet and make sure they can’t lick it off so a sock can come in handy, assuming he doesn’t want to eat the sock. Theo, that one’s for you.\r\n\r\nAs a general rule of thumb, put your hand on the pavement and if it is hot to you, then it will be hot on your dog’s feet. Be aware of where you are walking with your pet during these hot summer months and be safe. You wouldn’t walk barefooted on super- hot asphalt, so don’t ask your dog to either. Man, that hurts!\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Parker T. Barker received his doctorate in Squirrel Chasing and Hoovering from the University of Hartford, CT Rescue Center. He lives on Lady’s Island with his sister, Peanut and their great Mom. Prof. Percy Pussycat is a trained animal behaviourist and received his degree from the Canine and Cat Institute in London. He lives in Shell Point with his brother, Harley and devoted human family.</em>', 'Oh man, that’s hot!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'oh-man-thats-hot', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:10:15', '2015-05-28 23:10:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22966', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22971, 4, '2015-05-28 19:12:07', '2015-05-28 23:12:07', '<em>The Island News encourages all our readers to share their thoughts, reactions, and concerns with us about what we publish or the larger world around us and we will share the appropriate ones with you.         </em>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 330px;\"><em>- Molly Ingram, Editor </em></p>\r\n<strong>I do not understand!</strong>\r\n\r\nI thought Beaufort County had a tree ordinance!\r\n\r\nI thought the public had demonstrated that they put a higher value on a tree than the value recovered by cutting the tree down!\r\n\r\nI thought we had a branch of County government that was charged with protecting our trees and the environment we all came to Beaufort to live within and enjoy!\r\n\r\nI would like to understand why we now have not one but two 10 acre tracts on North Lady’s Island that have been clear cut in the last month. Not only were they cut, but no effort was made to neither clean up the mess nor replant any trees. Just two large ugly scars in the middle of North Lady’s Island – an area of Beaufort County where one expects to see environmentally friendly residential communities. This raping of the land is not compatible with the adjacent property use nor is it compatible with what we in Beaufort County have been lead to believe would be allowed to occur. These fly-by-night logging companies come into our community and exploit the land and then leave before they can be held responsible for their actions.\r\n\r\nI do not understand why we make it impossible for a residential developer to randomly remove trees from a property that is destined to be converted into a residential community and then allow a logger to have free reign? The residential developer is required to complete a detailed tree survey and is forbidden from removing trees above a certain size without special permission and to clean up and replant following a clearing operation with specific attention directed towards rain water runoff. Even private land owners are required to use judicious restraint when they want to open up their lot. I do not understand that if we cloak the activity behind an agricultural forest harvest, anything goes and there are no guiding restrictions on what can be done. Should we not have some consistency in setting the priorities and conditions when we consider cutting our forest and green spaces?\r\n\r\nI do not understand why I have seen a shift in the county efforts to protect our green spaces. A recent example of this can be found at the site where the new Publix supermarket has been built. Ninety nine percent of the tree cover was removed from this once densely forested area including a large mature magnolia so as to have an open parking lot. This was not in the interest of those who live here in Beaufort County but rather instead in the interest of Publix and their builder. What a difference time has made in the efforts Beaufort County administrators make today compared to when the first Publix market was required to save the large oaks at their previous location. I fear that the proposed new Walmart on Lady’s Island will look just like the huge treeless parking lot in front of the Walmart across town. This should not be called progress. This should be called caving to the pressures brought by the developers so as to make their site preparation easier and cheaper. It is certainly not in the interest of the public.\r\n\r\nI just do not understand where the priorities of our County government officials lie when it comes to what Beaufort County will look like in the future.\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 360px;\">Sincerely,\r\nGordon Fritz</p>', 'Letter to the Editor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'letter-to-the-editor-14', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:13:12', '2015-05-28 23:13:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22971', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22976, 4, '2015-05-28 19:13:55', '2015-05-28 23:13:55', 'By Lee Scott\r\n\r\nLooking around our environment one cannot help but notice all the wonderful inventions that have been developed over the past one hundred and fifty years. An important one that comes to mind right now as the summer heat approaches is our air conditioning systems. We can thank Willis Carrier who is credited for developing modern air conditioning. Of course, where would we be with out the electricity to power those air conditioners? It was Thomas Edison and Nicola Tesla that ultimately got the credit for transmitting electricity to our homes.\r\n\r\nYes, there are a host of inventions that help improve our quality of life like refrigerators, ovens and cars. But one of my personal favorite inventions that have made my life easier is the Post- it notes. Developed by 3-M, it has morphed into a world wide product. Come on, don’t deny it. You use the Post-it notes too. I see them on the dashboards of cars sitting in parking lots. Little yellow squares pasted on the windshield with reminders, “Pick up kids at school” or “Drop off a dozen cupcakes before work” or my favorite “Get your prescription”. We use them because we are busy and they can be attached anywhere.\r\n\r\nI confess to listing chores and posting them at various spots throughout the house. “Grocery store” says the one on my refrigerator. “Fuel” says the one staring up at me on the steering wheel of my car. I know, the car has that little fuel tank with a warning sign saying I am getting low on fuel. But when you have a diesel car it means you can still drive another few days.\r\n\r\nAsk busy sales people who spend their days in a car and they will tell you that the Post-it notes cover their dash boards too. Even though the new smart phones can take notes, that service might not be too reliable when the battery runs out. Of course, then you have to use a Post-it note on the phone - “Charge me”. I suppose that someone might argue that things like vaccinations against diseases are more important than a Post-it note, but if you do not have a reminder to get the vaccination, then you are out of luck.\r\n\r\nMy daughter recently presented me with a scrapbook of pictures, letters and poetry from when she was growing up. There in the scrapbook were pages filled with Post-it notes that I had put in her lunch bags. “I love you.” “Hang in there.” “I’m still your friend.” Words that she needed in the middle of the day. Little yellow squares with words of love and encouragement.\r\n\r\nSo say what you may about the greatest inventions like dishwashers, micro-waves and lawnmowers; yes, they make our lives easier. But the Post-it notes are the things that keep us moving.', 'Great inventions', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'great-inventions', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:13:55', '2015-05-28 23:13:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22976', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22978, 4, '2015-05-28 19:14:36', '2015-05-28 23:14:36', 'By Celia Strong\r\n\r\nAs we go into another lesson, and another trip as well, I seem to be more excited than usual. We are going to do three wines today. All from the same source, but all different from each other. My excitement comes from knowing that one of them is a red blend, based on Malbec. You should know by now, with all the lessons we’ve been through together over the years, that I like blends and I really like Malbec. A while back, meaning a month or more ago, I had a customer tell me that Malbec was a “flash in the pan.” I think they meant not a great variety and not here to stay. Boy, do I hope they were wrong.\r\n\r\nNow that I’ve told you Malbec, yes, your guess is correct. We are visiting Argentina. Home of many great wines made from Malbec. And other grapes. To begin, here are some interesting Argentine wine facts. Eighty percent of all Argentine wines come from the Mendoza region. The city of Mendoza is twenty-five hundred feet above sea level. About half a mile. The vineyards in the Mendoza region are from two thousand feet above to almost five thousand feet above sea level. Mendoza vineyards have more than three hundred sunny days a year. And, their grapes have the longest hang-time in the world. That means their wines are balanced with ripe fruit flavors and soft tannins. Salta, another region, produces only one percent of all Argentine wine. Salta vineyards are located from fifty-five hundred feet above sea level to seven thousand feet above. Some are as high as nine thousand feet above sea level. This altitude and the region’s longitude mean there can be a forty degree range in temperatures in one day, day after day. The grapes ripen slowly and maintain their acidity. Water is very scarce for these vineyards, and they are planted facing toward the East, against the Andes Mountains, so that they get afternoon shade.\r\n\r\nOur winemaker is Susana Balbo. In Argentina, which was settled by Spanish and Italian immigrants, there are many times when old European ways are expected to continue. This means that Susana, a woman, is working in a profession dominated by men. Not only is she surrounded by men, but over time and with her experience, she has been accepted as a leader among them. She earned her oenology degree in 1981. Since then, she has been involved in making more types of wine than most winemakers. She was the first Argentine winemaker to be hired outside of her country to consult with other wineries. Australia, California, Chile, France, Italy, South Africa and Spain have all benefitted from her knowledge and expertise. Working or not, she spends a month every year in a different wine region of the world. There, she studies with local growers and winemakers. Susana started to make wines with her name on the label after working for other wineries for twenty years. All her education and experience culminated in wines that are known for their balance, with layers of complexity. Her hope, for those who drink her wines, is that every sip is as good as the first. Some consider Susana to be the best female winemaker in the world.\r\n\r\nThe wines we are going to look at today are three with the Crios label. “Crios” is a Spanish word that means “offspring.” Crios is like a second label to the Susana Balbo label, less expensive, more everyday wines. Susana chose that name because it reflects her working with her son and daughter. The Crios label shows three hands on it. One inside another. It was derived from a Mayan artifact and refers to her and her two children. Nice!\r\n\r\nOur first Crios wine is the Red Blend. The one I’m so excited about. It is made mostly from Malbec, about sixty percent but it can vary a bit from vintage to vintage. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Verdot and Tannat, make up the balance, with more Cabernet than the other two. The grapes for this wine grow in the Uco Valley (a sub-region of Mendoza) and they are handpicked at harvest. They are macerated for fifteen to twenty days, fermented, and the wine is aged in French oak for about eight months. Some new, but mostly second use barrels. This blend is a deep ruby color - Malbec wines do have intense color to them - with a hint of bluish-purple at the edges. The nose is complex, which we can partly thank the blend for. Each variety is evident as we sniff our first glass of this blend. Black plums and a hint of smoke from the Malbec, black currant and dark cherries from the Cabernet, baking spices from the Petite Verdot and more black fruits from the Tannat. Smooth tannins and an exceptionally long finish complete the package. For $10.99, this is a great wine for all kinds of foods and occasions.\r\n\r\nOur second wine is Crios Torrontes. You, hopefully, remember some of the Torrontes wines we’ve talked about before today? This is a white variety, grown almost exclusively in Argentina. It makes wines that are aromatic and lush, excellent with Asian flavors. It’s coming back now? Also, it is a perfect wine for turkey dinners. This Torrontes is grown in the Calchaquies Valley at over fifty-five hundred feet above sea level. (This valley is located partly in Salta, a northern regions in Argentina, from which the best Torrontes wine come.) The grapes for Crios Torrontes are hand-picked, also, and the wine is one hundred percent this grape. White pear, white flowers and citrus notes lead layers of other flavors. This wine’s acidity is really bright, which means it makes you keep sipping. Perfect! In Argentina, they enjoy this wine with goat cheese, in addition to the other flavors we’ve mentioned. There are a lot of goats in Salta and good goat cheese is everywhere! I’ve tried this pairing, and they’re right. For $9.99.\r\n\r\nCrios Malbec is our third wine today. The “flash in the pan” wine? These grapes grow in Luján de Cuyo and Uco Valley, both in Mendoza, in vineyards that are slightly more than thirty-seven feet above sea level. Like the other Crios wines, they are all hand-picked. This wine is almost all Malbec, only a tiny, tiny percent of Bonarda is blended in. Like the Crios Red Blend, it is reddish purple. It has black cherry, coffee and vanilla notes, spices and sandalwood. Some of these flavors come from the nine months of barrel aging done for the wine - seventy percent French oak and thirty percent American. There is a juicy texture to this Malbec, smooth and lingering in your mouth. A style of wine we all usually like very much. At $10.99 we can enjoy it often.\r\n\r\nAnd what about the past, the present and the future? Susana sees her role as winemaker as the connection between the vineyards (the past), the winemaking (the present) and the wines as you drink them in your glass (the future). If our future includes these wines, we’re doing well. Now, all we have to do is drink enough so Malbec stays around. Enjoy!', 'Past, present and future', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'past-present-and-future', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:14:36', '2015-05-28 23:14:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22978', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22980, 4, '2015-05-28 23:40:33', '2015-05-29 03:40:33', 'By Molly Ingram\r\n\r\nSo the Lunch Bunch got together last week to celebrate that I’m still around after an interesting first three months on the job and that Memorial Day is imminent. So where was the best place to go for a kick-off summer lunch? Marsh Tacky, where else?\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_22982\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/grilled-donut-with-accessories.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-22982\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/grilled-donut-with-accessories-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Grilled donut with whipped cream, strawberries and chocolate sauce. \" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> Grilled donut with whipped cream, strawberries and chocolate sauce.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you have never been here, it is absolutely a must. Head out Sea Island Parkway (Rt. 21) right past the entrance to Harbor Island on your way to Hunting Island and that’s where you’ll find it. This isn’t a white table cloth kind of place but more of a sit-back-with friends-and-chill beach-y kind of place... Way past eclectic in décor and retail offerings (I really wanted the “no” button that talked to you I found by the cash register) but it was the general merchandise that really caught my eye. Take for example some crab-flavored chips by Utz we just had to try and the famous No Natz natural bug spray that is a requirement for living down here came home with me in quantity.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_22983\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/abby-robert-and-owner-Bobby-Marshall.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-22983\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/abby-robert-and-owner-Bobby-Marshall-300x142.jpg\" alt=\"Abby, Robert, and owner Bobby Marshall.\" width=\"300\" height=\"142\" /></a> Abby, Robert, and owner Bobby Marshall.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMarsh Tacky is open from 7 a.m. to whenever the last people leave for the night, sometimes as late as 10 p.m. or so. They serve a somewhat basic lunch and breakfast menu that is anything but basic when you get in to it.\r\n\r\nTake for example the Bulldog Panini – roast beef, provolone, lettuce, tomato, banana peppers, salt, pepper, oregano, topped off with oil and vinegar. This was seriously yummy. Then came the Salty Michelangelo Panini which had fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, pesto, salt and pepper. Remember these are panini’s so they arrive with grilled bread and melting cheese oozing everywhere. Double Yum! Hungry yet? The Limehouse Panini is a combination of ham, turkey, provolone, lettuce, tomato, avocado, banana peppers, and mayo. See that “avocado” in there. We are talking some serious good eats. It’s like you went to the refrigerator and took all the good stuff, put it together, grilled it, and didn’t have to clean up after yourself!\r\n\r\nI love breakfast so I ordered an omelette which came with cheese, tomatoes, onions and bacon. Could not get any better. Plus, it was huge! Didn’t stop me from cleaning my plate though.\r\n\r\nAnd although the four of us were totally full, we had yet to enjoy the true pièce de résistance of Marsh Tacky. The Grilled Donut. It deserves a gastronomically wonderful medal of honor or inclusion in the Food Hall of Fame or something equally important all to itself.\r\n\r\nImagine, a hot, right off the grill, donut with whipped cream, local fresh strawberries, and a little chocolate sauce drizzled all over it…Seriously, whether you are there for breakfast, lunch, a snack or whatever, you need to have one of these. All four of the Lunch Bunch got one and all four of the Lunch Bunch ate every last drop of sinful goodness.\r\n\r\nBobby Marshall owns Marsh Tacky and makes it all run with the aid of summer helpers. Abby and Robert (who just graduated from the Citadel) took great care of us even though we had to threaten Abby with dire deeds to be in a picture. Need a fishing charter? Ask Bobby. A cold front comes through and you need a sweatshirt? Ask Bobby. Low on champagne? Ask Bobby. Want to go on a trail ride? Ask Bobby. Marsh Tacky has something for everybody in every situation. All delivered with a smile and a “how can I help you?”\r\n\r\nSo, you aren’t going to come away a lot thinner for the experience unless you get the Greek Yogurt and fruit, but you are absolutely going to come away thinking about when is the next time you can go back. Marsh Tacky, and Bobby Marshall, combine to give you a wonderful experience for the whole person - your mind, body, and definitely spirit. If you are comfortable in a laid back atmosphere, this is the place for you. A little Key West, a little Island Time, a little Jimmy Buffet – Marsh Tacky is all that and more. See you there!', 'Marsh Tacky - The drive is worth it!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'marsh-tacky-the-drive-is-worth-it', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:42:46', '2015-05-29 03:42:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22980', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22984, 4, '2015-05-28 19:20:19', '2015-05-28 23:20:19', 'In celebration of National Gardening Week, The Beaufort Garden Club presents a weeklong Garden-A-Day tour, which draws visitors from throughout the state and around the world. Much anticipated each year, this free tour of private gardens is The Beaufort Garden Club’s special tribute to the people of Beaufort and the Sea Islands. This year, 2015, marks the 21st Anniversary of the Garden-a-Day Tour. Every day this week, rain or shine from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., you and your guests can leisurely stroll through lovely private gardens guided by local Master Gardeners.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Screen-Shot-2015-05-28-at-7.19.00-PM.png\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-22986\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Screen-Shot-2015-05-28-at-7.19.00-PM-224x300.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot 2015-05-28 at 7.19.00 PM\" width=\"224\" height=\"300\" /></a>Monday, June 8th features two gardens. The first garden located on Prince St. boasts a perennial garden bordering a croquet pitch. Beside the guest house is a collection of Plumeria used to soften the landscape. Also, enjoy a 200 year old Cedar and a 100 year old Pecan tree that shade an area consisting of ferns, azaleas, tea olives and hydrangeas.\r\n\r\nOn the corner of Washington St. and Carteret you’ll find an ivy covered brick wall surrounding many exquisite antique camellia bushes. Sit on one of the benches overlooking their reflection pool to enjoy a quiet moment in your tour. Many antique garden treasures are found at this property.\r\n\r\nTuesday’s garden is at Walling Grove Plantation on the Coosaw River. The home owner describes herself as “a person who loves to play in soil.” Many Oaks along with camellias, gardenias and hydrangeas fill the landscape.\r\n\r\nWednesday places the tour in the Royal Pines area where this lovely garden features a Koi pond known for both its beauty and tranquility. The garden is ever expanding as the owners experiment with local vegetation.\r\n\r\nSaint Helena Island is the location for Thursday’s garden tour. The owners, originally from Cambodia, cleared the land, which “looked like a lost jungle,” by themselves. They have multiple specific garden areas: a fragrant garden, butterfly garden, shady area plantings, succulents, vegetables/herb space, and a coleus area.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/100_4076.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-22987\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/100_4076-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"100_4076\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Friday features “The Castle” on Craven St. Here you can experience the view of the Beaufort River from a magnificent historic house in The Point. Towering Oaks along with a rope swing bring thoughts of Southern Belles and hooped skirts to mind. The garden has been refurbished and now has a formal look. It is surrounded by a living Jasmine fence and also features a former outdoor kitchen converted into a cozy garden space.\r\n\r\nIf you are a gardener, or just love to appreciate all that grows, this is a must see event. Whether you can get to one garden or see them all during the entire week, you will come away with a great appreciation of another wonderful gift Beaufort gives its’ residents and visitors alike. For more information, go online to www.beaufortgardenclub.com/schedule.', 'Garden-A-Day to begin June 8th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'garden-a-day-to-begin-june-8th', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:20:19', '2015-05-28 23:20:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22984', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22989, 4, '2015-05-28 19:23:11', '2015-05-28 23:23:11', '[caption id=\"attachment_22990\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC0174.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-22990\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC0174-300x221.jpg\" alt=\"Kirk Shelly, left, and Todd Fusco won the second leg of the 2015 Lowcountry Redfish Tournament.\" width=\"300\" height=\"221\" /></a> Kirk Shelly, left, and Todd Fusco won the second leg of the 2015 Lowcountry Redfish Tournament.[/caption]\r\n\r\nBy Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nIf someone ever tells you “size doesn’t matter” they have never been in a fishing tournament.\r\n\r\nDuring the second leg of the Lowcountry Redfish Cup on Saturday in Port Royal, only 1/30 of a pound separated the winning fish from all the others and netted the angler an additional $560 in prize money.\r\n\r\nKirk Shelly, and his fishing partner Todd Fusco, won the tournament with a two-fish aggregate weight of 7.32 pounds and Shelly won the “biggest fish” sub-tournament with a 23-inches long Redfish that weighed 4.36 pounds, according to Ashley Lowder, assistant tournament director.\r\n\r\nThe next stop of the multi-location tournament will be Savannah, Ga. and then it is on to Charleston for the championship. The winner of the tournament gets a 2015 East Cape Flats Boat powered by a new Mercury engine, and a new trailer to go from tournament to tournament.\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"22992,22993,22991\"]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Size matters', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'size-matters', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:23:11', '2015-05-28 23:23:11', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22989', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(22996, 4, '2015-05-28 19:25:38', '2015-05-28 23:25:38', 'The Wardle Family YMCA of Beaufort County announces that the popular Beaufort River Swim (BRS), now in its 9th consecutive year, will return June 6, 2015. Competitive swimmers, triathletes, high school, college and recreational fitness swimmers will have a chance to challenge themselves beyond the pool in the 3-Mile competitive race. And new this year is the addition of a 1-Mile ‘Fun Swim’, which will allow those who are new to open water swimming the opportunity to see what it takes to swim a saltwater, tidal river but on a shorter course.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-Beaufort-River-Swim-art-hr.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-22997\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-Beaufort-River-Swim-art-hr-300x228.jpg\" alt=\"COMMUNITY - Beaufort River Swim art hr\" width=\"300\" height=\"228\" /></a>Besides being a great opportunity, the River Swim is also a fundraiser that benefits the YMCA Learn to Swim Program. Because drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children between the ages of 2 and 10, the Y puts a special emphasis on this given that we are a water-everywhere community. This program provides financial assistance for children, families, and individuals in our community to take swimming lessons. In 2014, the Y taught over 1,400 swimming lessons and 600 received financial assistance due in part to proceeds raised at the Beaufort River Swim.\r\n\r\nSwimmers competing in the 3-Mile race will compete against other individuals in their age bracket and winners will get one of the coveted “Bobble Head’ BRS trophies. Remember, wearing a wet suit in the 3-Mile swim disqualifies a swimmer from placing and receiving a trophy. However, “Fun Swim’ participants ARE allowed to wear a wet suit, use fins and snorkel if they like, but will then not be eligible for a trophy. All swimmers in both races must be at least 13 years old and all will be swimming ‘with the tide’.\r\n\r\nLast year, the Beaufort River Swim had more than 150 entrants. “And with the addition of the Fun Swim this year, we’re expecting to have 200+ swimmers and hundreds of spectators cheering them on at the finish line… the downtown Beaufort Marina dock,” said Pete Palmer an long time contestant and volunteer for the BRS.\r\n\r\nWhile most of the swimmers participate simply for the fun of it and to support the YMCA, Palmer added that there is no lack of good-natured competition.\r\n\r\n“To look at the Bobble Head trophy is to want one; and if you have one, it gets lonely, so there is the urgency to go win another. While few decorators would opt to have the Bobble Head occupying center stage on your mantle, you gotta admit, they are cute.” quipped Palmer.\r\n\r\nOther competitive, local swimmers who will be participating in this year’s event include former Olympic swimmer Carlton Bruner, Brittany Sutton, who is a nationally ranked (6th in 1500 Freestyle SCM Women &amp; 9th in the 200 Butterfly SCM (Women 18-24) with U.S. Masters Swimming  and  Heather Bruner, YMCA Tigershark swim team coach.\r\n\r\nThe 3-Mile Competitive Swim starts at 8 a.m. at the Port Royal Marina Dock and the 1-Mile Fun Swim starts at the Beaufort Memorial Hospital dock, after all the 3-Mile swimmers have passed by. Check-in (starting at 6:30 a.m.) and event parking will be at the Downtown Beaufort Marina and all swimmers will be bused to the either the Port Royal Marina dock or Beaufort Memorial Hospital dock for the race start.\r\n\r\nSince the swimmers wear colored swim caps that correspond to their age groups, it can be great fun to stand out on the bluff along Bay Street around 9:30 and watch them race for home.\r\n\r\nMore details, including a race map, waiver and event registration can be found online at beaufortriverswim.com or register at the YMCA of Beaufort County at 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal.', '9th Annual Beaufort River Swim set for June 6th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '9th-annual-beaufort-river-swim-set-for-june-6th', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:25:38', '2015-05-28 23:25:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=22996', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23001, 4, '2015-05-28 19:26:41', '2015-05-28 23:26:41', 'Three University of South Carolina Beaufort student-athletes have been named to the CoSIDA Capital One Academic All-District Team for women’s track &amp; field and cross country.\r\n\r\nSeniors Taylor Keen (Aiken, S.C.) and Meleah Powers (Aiken, S.C.) and junior Ciera Love (Ladson, S.C.) were among 17 athletes named to the District 1 College Division team. USCB’s district is made up of NAIA and NJCAA schools from 23 states throughout the East and Southeast regions.\r\n\r\nFirst-team Academic All-District honorees advance to the Capital One Academic All-America Team ballot, where first-, second- and third-team All-America honorees will be selected later this month.\r\n\r\nKeen (3.62, Hospitality Management) is USCB’s record holder in the hammer throw (37.47m) and was an All-Sun Conference performer in the hammer this season. Love (3.84, English) held the school record in the 100 meters until this season, and Powers (4.0, Business Administration) is a four-year letter winner in track and cross country.\r\n\r\nThe CoSIDA Capital One Academic All-America awards are the most prestigious awards that recognize student-athletes for their combined performance in their sport and in the classroom. To be eligible for Academic All-District consideration, a student-athlete must be a varsity starter or key reserve, maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.30 on a scale of 4.00, have reached sophomore athletic and academic standings at his or her current institution and be nominated by his or her sports information director.', 'USCB student-athletes named to Academic All-District Teams', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'uscb-student-athletes-named-to-academic-all-district-teams', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:26:41', '2015-05-28 23:26:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23001', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23003, 4, '2015-05-28 19:28:06', '2015-05-28 23:28:06', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SPORTS-ANGUS-TENNIS-e1432855667860.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-23004\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SPORTS-ANGUS-TENNIS-e1432855667860-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"SPORTS - ANGUS TENNIS\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAlex Angus was named to the All-State Tennis Team for Division 3-A / 4A schools. He placed 6th out of 32 players South Carolina High School 3-A / 4-A Tennis Tournament. Alex has 110 career wins for Beaufort High School.', 'Angus named to all state', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'angus-named-to-all-state', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:28:06', '2015-05-28 23:28:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23003', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(23006, 4, '2015-05-28 19:28:39', '2015-05-28 23:28:39', 'The Battery Creek girls’ track and field team won the Class 2-A state title at Spring Valley High School.\r\n\r\nThe Dolphins were able to finish on top after narrowly placing second in their previous appearance at the state meet.\r\n\r\nQuamecha Morrison led the way for the Dolphins, winning the 100 meter dash (12.11), the 200 meter dash (24.78), the 100 meter hurdles (14.33) and high jump (5-04.00). Morrison, one of the state’s top high school athletes, has signed to run track for Bethune-Cookman University. Track and field competitors from throughout South Carolina vied for the state championship title but it came home to Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High School girls’ track and field team dominated opposing squads to capture a Class 3-A state title at Spring Valley High School also on Saturday, May 16th.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles finished with 88 points. Second-place squads Wren and Darlington tallied 43 points.\r\n\r\nBeaufort High, under the guidance of head coach Herbert Glaze, excelled throughout the state meet.\r\n\r\nLeading the Eagles to the state title, Savionna Glover won a pair of events, prevailing in both the long jump (18-03.00) and the triple jump (37-11.00).\r\n\r\nAmanda Barnes won her second straight pole vault state title, clearing 11-06.00.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High girls’ 4x400 meter relay team of Adrian Brown, Bre-Anna Heyward-White, Tamara Shields and Kendra Williams won with a time of 4.00.26.\r\n\r\nKaitlin Hamilton finished second in the discus (119-04) and Glover second in the 100 meter dash (12.19).\r\n\r\nHeyward-White placed third in both the 200 meter dash (25.52) and the 200 meter dash (57.40).\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High School boys’ track and field team finished third in the Class 3-A state championship meet held at Spring Valley High School on Saturday May 16th. During the state meet, the Beaufort High boys’ track and field program won it’s this third straight 4x400 meter relay championship. The squad of Malcolm Simmons, Da’Quan Cason, Nathan Parker and Michael Dickson won the event with a time of 3:17.70.\r\n\r\nIndividually, Dickson won the 110 hurdles in 13.92. He finished second in the 200 meter dash. Dickson narrowly missed winning the 200 meter event. The Beaufort High girls’ track and field team won a state title, pulling away to win the crown convincingly.', 'State titles in track & field for Beaufort schools', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'state-titles-in-track-field-for-beaufort-schools', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:28:39', '2015-05-28 23:28:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23006', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23008, 4, '2015-05-28 19:32:15', '2015-05-28 23:32:15', 'The 2015 Elementary Chess Nationals tournament was held in Nashville TN on May 9-10th. The tournament had over 2,200 players in attendance. This was the biggest gathered of K-6 grade players since 2003. Among the top players in the USA were five local chess champs from Beaufort Academy. The players were Kevin Rogers, Jack McDougall, G. Simmons, Kendra Rogers, and Whit Suber. The Beaufort Academy chess team matched chess move after chess move with players from New York to California. At the end of the national event Beaufort Academy placed 18th in the nation. BA placed 23th in the nation last year in Atlanta, GA. The team has shown they can play with the best teams anywhere. The team had the highest score of any team from the Southeast Region. Coach Rogers said, “The team played very well at Nationals and could one day win a National title.”', 'Chess wizards at Beaufort Academy', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chess-wizards-at-beaufort-academy', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:14', '2018-07-12 15:00:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23008', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23011, 4, '2015-05-28 19:32:56', '2015-05-28 23:32:56', 'St. Peter’s Catholic School is pleased to announce that a new and innovative administrative model will be implemented for the 2015-2016 school year. The school will have interim co-principals in place beginning in May. Ann Feltner and Bill Gabrielson will assume their leadership roles and transition into the new school year.\r\n\r\nMrs. Feltner comes to her position from the classroom as a superior teacher and as a totally committed member of the St. Peter’s parish community. Mr. Gabrielson has a lengthy teaching and administrative career including fifteen years as principal with six of these years being at the helm of St. Peter’s.\r\n\r\nMrs. Feltner and Mr. Gabrielson will assume their leadership position with enthusiasm and high hopes for a vibrant, high achieving, faith filled school at St. Peter’s.', 'St. Peter’s to use new administrative model next school year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'st-peters-to-use-new-administrative-model-next-school-year', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:14', '2018-07-12 15:00:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23011', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23013, 4, '2015-05-28 19:42:04', '2015-05-28 23:42:04', 'Robert Smalls International Academy’s parent outreach specialist was named today as the Beaufort County School District’s 2015 “Support Person of the Year.”  Julia Jaramillo’s selection was announced at a breakfast recognizing schools’ individual honorees.\r\n\r\n“Ms. Jaramillo is the kind of employee that every school wants and every school needs,” said Superintendent Jeff Moss.  “She and the other support staff members we’re honoring today are the kinds of dedicated and hard-working people who make schools successful.”', 'Jaramillo named ‘Support Person of the Year’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'jaramillo-named-support-person-of-the-year', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:14', '2018-07-12 15:00:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23013', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23015, 4, '2015-05-28 19:43:55', '2015-05-28 23:43:55', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-TWINS.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-23016\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-TWINS-300x192.jpg\" alt=\"SCHOOLS - TWINS\" width=\"300\" height=\"192\" /></a>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High School twin senior girls, M.E. and Wesley Sanders, were recently awarded the local Kiwanis Club’s scholarship for $2,000 each. This is awarded to those students who exemplify hard work and perseverance throughout their high school experience. Great job ladies!', 'Twins awarded scholarships', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'twins-awarded-scholarships', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:14', '2018-07-12 15:00:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23015', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23018, 4, '2015-05-28 19:44:59', '2015-05-28 23:44:59', '[gallery ids=\"23019,23020,23021\"]\r\n\r\nFifth grade students at Lady’s Island Elementary ended the year by performing <em>Peter Pan</em> on Tuesday, May 12th. The story was written by J.M. Barrie in 1904 about a boy who never wanted to grow up. The performing arts production, directed by Theatre Specialist, Lynda McLain, was full of colorful adventures with scurvy Pirates, dancing Mermaids, playful Lost Boys, adventurous Indians and the Darling family. Dance Specialist, Lisa Ten Eyck choreographed both the bubbling Mermaids in the lagoon and the Indian celebration dance.\r\n\r\nThe role of Peter Pan was played by Kalysse Rivers, who was screened by BCSD as artistically Gifted &amp; Talented. Several faculty members joined the Neverland crew of buccaneers: Smithey the Pirate was played by Harry Smith, Physical Education instructor and the hilarious Captain Hook was played by Jalissa Newton, School Counselor.\r\n\r\nA charming addition of the YOUNG OSPREY’s, comprised of 2nd and 3rd grade singers portrayed the Lost Boys and sang under the direction of Karen Harmon, Music Specialist “I Won’t Grow Up!” with Peter Pan.\r\n\r\nOther story book characters were: Alyssa Hines as Wendy, Brionna Swinton as Tinker Bell, Caton McClam as Tiger Lily, Robert Huey as Smee, Bailey Herron and Jeremiah Gonsalves as Mr. and Mrs. Darling, and Mason Meyer as the Crocodile, whose tick-tock dramatic skateboard entrance always scared Hook away.', '“I won’t grow up!”', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'i-wont-grow-up', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:14', '2018-07-12 15:00:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23018', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23024, 4, '2015-05-28 19:46:53', '2015-05-28 23:46:53', '[caption id=\"attachment_23025\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-BATTERY-CREEK-ESSAYS.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23025\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-BATTERY-CREEK-ESSAYS-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"From left to right: Gil Sanchez, Assistant Principal; Mrs. Jill McNamara, BCHS Teacher; Marcus Cook, BCHS Junior; Vanessa Madrid, BCHS Sophomore; and Ms. Kyctrell Swinton-Akins, BCHS English Department Chair.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a> From left to right: Gil Sanchez, Assistant Principal; Mrs. Jill McNamara, BCHS Teacher; Marcus Cook, BCHS Junior; Vanessa Madrid, BCHS Sophomore; and Ms. Kyctrell Swinton-Akins, BCHS English Department Chair.[/caption]\r\n\r\nGil Sanchez, Assistant Principal at Battery Creek High School announced two winners in the Beaufort Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority Essay Contest from BCHS recently. Essays were judged on promotion of innovation in water resources, promotion of sustainable and green ideas, grammar, style and creativity in outreach and education. Congratulations go to Marcus Cook, a rising senior and Vanessa Madrid, a rising junior. Both students received an iPad Air.', 'Battery Creek High essay winners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'battery-creek-high-essay-winners', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:14', '2018-07-12 15:00:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23024', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23027, 4, '2015-05-28 19:47:27', '2015-05-28 23:47:27', 'Luca Kimbrell of Beaufort is one of six Clemson University students inducted into the Nu Chapter of Delta Alpha Pi (DAPi) Honor Society at a recent ceremony on the Clemson University campus .\r\n\r\nKimbrell is majoring in Elementary Education. Luca has learned the importance of creating achievable, short-term goals for himself that he can work on daily. Luca plans to graduate in 2017.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2004 at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, Delta Alpha Pi recognizes the academic accomplishments of honor students with disabilities. The three Greek letters stand for disability, achievement and pride.\r\n\r\nAll invited students with a documented disability must work with the university’s office of Student Disability Services and demonstrate an interest in the issues faced by those with disabilities. To be eligible for invitation, undergraduate students must have completed a minimum of 24 credits and attained a cumulative grade point average of 3.10. Graduate students must have completed a minimum of 18 credits and earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.30.', 'Kimbrell inducted into Honor Society at Clemson', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'kimbrell-inducted-into-honor-society-at-clemson', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:13', '2018-07-12 15:00:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23027', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23029, 4, '2015-05-28 19:47:52', '2015-05-28 23:47:52', 'The Governor’s School for Science &amp; Mathematics (GSSM) is partnering with Beaufort County School District to deliver their iTEAMS Xtreme summer camp to rising 7th and 8th graders in Beaufort County. The day camp will be held June 15-18, at Bluffton Middle School. The online application is currently available at www.scgssm.org/iteams.\r\n\r\niTEAMS Xtreme aims to inspire students to pursue careers in the fields of computer science and technology through innovative hands-on, team-based projects. Working in teams and using the latest technologies, students will create mobile apps using App Inventor, create interactive objects using Makey Makey and Scratch, and create 3D models using 3D printers.\r\n\r\niTEAMS Xtreme will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. The cost is $185 per student, including daily snacks, instructional materials and lunch on the final day of the camp. Financial aid is still available. The application deadline is June 8, 2015. Acceptance to iTEAMS Xtreme is based on academic merit.\r\n\r\nLearn more and apply online at www.scgssm.org/iteams. For questions, contact Darby Kirven at darby@scgssm.org or 843-616-4048.', 'For 7th & 8th graders who love science and math…', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'for-7th-8th-graders-who-love-science-and-math', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:13', '2018-07-12 15:00:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23029', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23031, 4, '2015-05-28 19:48:42', '2015-05-28 23:48:42', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-The-Crescendudes.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-23032\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-The-Crescendudes-300x168.jpg\" alt=\"SCHOOLS -The Crescendudes\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe Crescendudes of Beaufort High School’s Voices Chorus performed at the Beaufort Harbormaster’s Spring Show on May 2nd at the high school. The newly formed barbershop quartet opened the second half of the show for the professional quartet, The Con Men.  Shown left to right are Quinn Singleton, Jakob Trader, Xavier Parker and Ethan Lundgaard. Photo submitted by Pete Dickerson.', 'The Crescendudes of Beaufort High', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-crescendudes-of-beaufort-high', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:03', '2018-07-12 14:59:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23031', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23034, 4, '2015-05-28 19:49:56', '2015-05-28 23:49:56', '[caption id=\"attachment_23035\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-ST.-PETERS-Emily-Moore-Teacher-of-the-Year-e1432856975831.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-23035\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/SCHOOLS-ST.-PETERS-Emily-Moore-Teacher-of-the-Year-e1432856975831-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Emily Moore\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Emily Moore[/caption]\r\n\r\nSt. Peter’s Catholic School is proud to announce that Emily Moore has been chosen as Teacher of the Year for the 2014-2015 school year. In her three years at St. Peter’s, Emily has distinguished herself as a model of creativity and composure in working with her energy filled 4 year olds. Emily captures their attention and their imagination. Her classroom embraces the best of beehives and anthills: buzzing with the excitement of building together.\r\n\r\nEmily Moore is a proud mother as well as a teacher admired by all.', 'St. Peter’s names Teacher of the Year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'st-peters-names-teacher-of-the-year', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:02', '2018-07-12 14:59:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23034', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23037, 4, '2015-05-28 19:50:58', '2015-05-28 23:50:58', 'The second graders at Beaufort Academy visited the Spring Island Nature Center, where they were able to spend time touring several different Lowcountry habitats with Tony Mills who is the educational director for the Lowcountry Institute and a master naturalist. The students examined many different plants and animals native to the salt marshes, freshwater ponds, and woodlands of Beaufort, and many in their natural habitats.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"2\" ids=\"23038,23039\"]', 'BA field trip to the Nature Center', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ba-field-trip-to-the-nature-center', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:02', '2018-07-12 14:59:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23037', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23041, 4, '2015-05-28 19:51:36', '2015-05-28 23:51:36', 'Artist Hank Herring, owner of Salt gallery, plans to invigorate the arts in downtown Beaufort with a formal evening of jazz, blues, R&amp;B and original music performed by popular local singer Jan Spencer.  The event takes place at Salt, 802 Bay Street, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 20. Herring said he not only wants to bring people downtown to enjoy the performance and the artwork on exhibit; he also wants to help Spencer raise money to record a new CD of her music. “Art should stir the soul and ignite the imagination. Our goal is to do just that and help an amazing local artist who deserves a break. This will be an opportunity to dress up, mingle with the artists who show at the gallery and enjoy one of the finest singers I’ve ever heard.”\r\n\r\nSpencer has a large following of local fans. She invites them to come to the show and soak up the sounds and the visual art. “Music is what art sounds like. I have a chance to embrace that stirring connection by performing in a gallery where I will be surrounded by the work of Hank D. Herring, Terry Brennan, Amiri Farris, Hampton Olfus, William Voisard and other wonderful painters, sculptors and jewelers. I know the audience will feel it, too.”  Gourmet hors d’oeuvres will be provided by Chef Ian Ramsey and wine will be served. Ramsey’s mother, Peggy Carvell, is a jewelry designer who displays her work at Salt.\r\n\r\nFormal attire is requested. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. They may be made by calling the gallery at (843) 379-7258. A donation of $20 per person is suggested.', 'High Heels, Sweet Sounds and Art: An evening with Jan Spencer', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-heels-sweet-sounds-and-art-an-evening-with-jan-spencer', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:51:36', '2015-05-28 23:51:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23041', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23043, 4, '2015-05-28 19:57:13', '2015-05-28 23:57:13', 'By Christine A. Raskind\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Wind Symphony announced its presence in the Beaufort musical community with a big bang on Wednesday, May 6th in the Beaufort High School Auditorium! This was the first public performance for the LWS, which formed last October, under the musical direction of Donald F. Jemella. Along with LWS, last week’s concert featured the talents of Beaufort High School Concert and Symphonic Bands under the baton of Mr. Nathaniel Drake and The Parris Island Marine Band, conducted by CWO2 Steve Giove. The audience of over 500 appreciative local residents gave each group a rousing ovation. The biggest cheers were reserved for the final selections, with all three groups, numbering over 100 players, performing together on stage! Before the last notes had died away, plans were already underway to make this joint concert an annual event.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23044\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ARTS-LWS-PICTURE.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23044\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ARTS-LWS-PICTURE-300x109.jpg\" alt=\"Lowcountry Wind Symphony\" width=\"300\" height=\"109\" /></a> Lowcountry Wind Symphony[/caption]\r\n\r\nAs the first performance of the Lowcountry Wind Symphony showed, it is well on its way to becoming an outstanding addition to the Beaufort musical scene. Following the concert, Musical Director and conductor, Donald Jemella spoke about LWS and the vision he sees for its future. “The focus is on music across all genres from Sousa marches and Broadway show tunes to the great literature written and transcribed for the traditional wind band”. (Unlike an orchestra, which includes string instruments, a wind symphony is another name for a concert band, which is comprised of brass, woodwinds, and percussion instruments).\r\n\r\nJemella believes there is a vast untapped potential in our area for musicians from student to senior citizens who will enjoy performing in the LWS. He may well be right, as evidenced by the numerous calls and inquiries from area players who have expressed interest in joining the band. LWS is an open ended musical group, which welcomes all area musicians at any time to participate and does not require an audition. Talented high school students are especially invited to become part of the group. One of our missions is to support and further music education for all ages. Present members of LWS include high school students and adult musicians from Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head Island.\r\n\r\nIn addition to being very serious about making music together, LWS is a collegial and inclusive group. According to one member of the percussion section, “This is just such fun; I can’t wait to get to rehearsals each week. Director Jemella knows his stuff and is at home on the podium conducting any type of music!”\r\n\r\nMr. Jemella also noted the strong partnership the Lowcountry Wind Symphony has with the Parris Island Marine Band (PIMB), whose director, CWO2 Steve Giove, is the Assistant Conductor for the LWS. “Members of the Parris Island Marine Band have been rehearsing with us over the past few months, and we are honored to have them with us as their schedule allows,\" Jemella stated.\r\n\r\nWhile the LWS’ first public performance was this past week, planning for the 2015-2016 performance schedule is well underway, starting with a Veteran’s Day program in November.\r\n\r\nThe LWS rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the ArtWorks Building, 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort (in the Kmart Shopping Plaza). Rehearsals will continue throughout the summer months on a planned schedule, with full rehearsals to begin in September. Interested musicians should contact the LWS at the following: Lowcountry Wind Symphony at info@lowcountrywindsymphony.com or Donald Jemella at djemella@yahoo.com.', 'Lowcountry Wind Symphony – A Night of Firsts', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lowcountry-wind-symphony-a-night-of-firsts', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:57:36', '2015-05-28 23:57:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23043', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23047, 4, '2015-05-28 19:59:23', '2015-05-28 23:59:23', '[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"23048,23049,23050,23051\"]\r\n\r\nThe Photography Club of Beaufort has announced the winners of the annual Spring Competition, held Monday night, May 11, 2015. Judging the event were photographers Ed Funk, Scott Hansen and Phyllis Seas. Prints were judged using the criteria of superb technical quality, composition and interest. During the competition, judges shared their expertise and offered constructive critiques to photos to help the photographers improve their skills.  Results of the competition are as follows:\r\n\r\nFirst Place, Novice Category was Rebecca Bass for “Magnolia Blossom”. Second Place tie – Darrell Schumann for “Happy!” Lynne Schumann for “Lipizzaner Lady” and Peggy Venning for “Pittsburgh Biker Boy” .\r\n\r\nFirst Place, Intermediate Category, was Dick Eckhardt for “Unyielding”. Second Place was a three way tie: Dick Hoagland for “Morning Mist in the Swiss Alps”, Lynn Long for “Watchful Snowy” and Sharon Wise for “Catnap”\r\n\r\nFirst Place, Advanced Category, Brad Mol for “Morning Tea”, Second Place tie – Janet Garrity for “Dock at Station Creek” and Barry Wright for “Hear Me Roar”.\r\n\r\nFirst Place, Expert Category, was Randy Thompson for “Man wearing Blue Turban”. Second Place was again a tie: Sandy Dimke for “Portrait Session” and Karen Peluso for “Crossing Charles”.\r\n\r\nThe Photography Club of Beaufort, now with over 80 members, meets at ARTWorks, 2127 Boundary, in the K-Mart Plaza, at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of every month.', 'Photography Club announces spring winners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'photography-club-announces-spring-winners', '', '', '2015-05-28 19:59:23', '2015-05-28 23:59:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23047', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23053, 4, '2015-05-28 20:04:15', '2015-05-29 00:04:15', 'By Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nThousands of patriots of all ages and backgrounds came together and lined the streets of Beaufort to pay homage to America’s fallen heroes Monday during the annual  observance of Memorial Day.\r\n\r\nMilitary color guards as well as JROTC units from area high schools led the parade, backed up with marching bands, decorated floats and vintage cars and military vehicles.\r\n\r\nFollowing the parade the 119th Memorial Day Ceremony was held at the Beaufort National Cemetery where active duty and retired military alike embraced and paid homage to their fallen comrades in arms.\r\n\r\nOn hand were motor cyclists from the Patriot Guard Riders whose members, mostly former military, also came to pay their respects to the fallen.\r\n\r\nOne local business, Carolina Floral Design, donated more than 1,000  long-stemmed red roses to be placed on the head stones by family members.\r\n\r\nThe firing detail, seven Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 273 at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort ended the ceremony with the traditional 21-gun salute.\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"23054,23055,23056,23057,23058,23059,23060,23061,23062,23063,23064,23065,23066,23067,23068\"]', 'Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'memorial-day-parade-ceremony', '', '', '2015-05-28 20:04:50', '2015-05-29 00:04:50', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23053', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23070, 4, '2015-05-28 23:00:31', '2015-05-29 03:00:31', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/HEALTH-Dr-Newberry.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-23071\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/HEALTH-Dr-Newberry-300x202.jpg\" alt=\"???????????????????????????????\" width=\"300\" height=\"202\" /></a>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Memorial Hospital opened its new oncology practice headed by longtime Beaufort oncologist Marcus Newberry III, MD, along with its new Chemotherapy &amp; Infusion Services facility. Both are located in the Beaufort Medical Plaza on the main hospital campus at 989 Ribaut Road. President &amp; CEO Rick Toomey (left) drops in to visit with Dr. Newberry and staff members Kendall Cook and Lexie Paulk.', 'New oncology practice opens', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-oncology-practice-opens', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:00:31', '2015-05-29 03:00:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23070', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23073, 4, '2015-05-28 23:04:16', '2015-05-29 03:04:16', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-Heart-Walk-BMH-staff-2015.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-23074\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-Heart-Walk-BMH-staff-2015-300x191.jpg\" alt=\"COMMUNITY - Heart Walk BMH staff 2015\" width=\"300\" height=\"191\" /></a>\r\n\r\nSeveral members of the Beaufort Memorial staff and their families took part in the annual American Heart Association’s Palmetto Heart Walk recently on Hilton Head Island. Congratulations to the BMH team for winning the T-shirt design award at the event!', 'Walking and winning', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'walking-and-winning', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:04:16', '2015-05-29 03:04:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23073', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23076, 4, '2015-05-28 23:07:23', '2015-05-29 03:07:23', '[caption id=\"attachment_23077\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/IMG_0892-e1432868745122.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-23077\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/IMG_0892-e1432868745122-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Women’s Imaging Center clinical director Jackie Brown congratulates Amy Hane on winning the Daisy Award.\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Women’s Imaging Center clinical director Jackie Brown congratulates Amy Hane on winning the Daisy Award.[/caption]\r\n\r\nBeaufort Memorial Hospital breast nurse navigator Amy Hane knew she was walking a fine line when she stepped up to help the children of a 43-year-old single mother who died of breast cancer last November.\r\n\r\n“In nursing school, they teach you about professional boundaries,” said Hane, a registered nurse with more than 11 years experience. “But I had spoken with the mother and I knew they were destitute. I would want people to help my children if I had been in her shoes.”\r\n\r\nIn her off hours and with her own money, Hane quietly began offering the children assistance. She filled up their refrigerator with food, bought them clothing for school and found them community resources to help with a wide range of needs from grief counseling to legal representation.\r\n\r\n“Their mother passed away right before the holidays,” said Jackie Brown, managing clinical director of Beaufort Memorial’s Women’s Imaging Center. “It was a very difficult time and Amy wanted to make sure they had a Christmas.”\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23078\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/IMG_0912.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23078\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/IMG_0912-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"The Beaufort Memorial Women’s Imaging Center staff pose with the banner they created to recognize their co-worker Amy Hane (pictured front row left) in honor of her Daisy Award.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> The Beaufort Memorial Women’s Imaging Center staff pose with the banner they created to recognize their co-worker Amy Hane (pictured front row left) in honor of her Daisy Award.[/caption]\r\n\r\nRealizing they would need more than she could provide, Hane reached out to the community for help. The response was so great, a website was created for donations and delivery of home-cooked meals twice a week.\r\n\r\nIn recognition of her kindness and generosity, Hane was honored last week with the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a national tribute reserved for RNs who go the extra mile to care for patients and their families.\r\n\r\n“Amy has such compassion for her patients,” said Daniel Mock, senior director of imaging services at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. “It’s a very difficult job, but she gets joy out of what she does.”\r\n\r\nWhen co-worker Matthew Hurtt found out how much Hane had done for the family, he nominated her for the prestigious award.\r\n\r\n“She has truly embraced the ideals of nursing and the core values of the hospital,” said Hurtt, Beaufort Memorial’s advanced imaging supervisor. “I was touched by the caring she showed to these children and her efforts to help them.”', 'Nurse Amy Hane wins prestigious Daisy Award', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'nurse-amy-hane-wins-prestigious-daisy-award', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:08:40', '2015-05-29 03:08:40', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23076', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23081, 4, '2015-05-28 23:09:25', '2015-05-29 03:09:25', 'By Brittney Hiller\r\n\r\nI want the romanticism of my childhood. The moments where I stood out overlooking the houses, the canyons, and the ocean from the park I would often visit as I grew up. Southern California has a romantic feel to it in itself, yet I can turn the memories I have to make it much more fanciful.\r\n\r\nOne day, as if written from a Nicholas Sparks novel, this happened - I was a mere kindergartener and yet, already life was showing me romance did indeed exist.\r\n\r\nHe showed up on a bike and he was my age - I’d never met him, yet I believe I had seen him at school. He made his way up the hill, bike and all to stand next to me. He placed his arm around my shoulders gently and we gazed at the sun as it was beginning to set off in the distance. With the light hitting just perfectly, we could see our school as he softly pointed out. Just past that we could see the ocean. I don’t know the details of conversation, but I know it ended with a gentle hug and a soft kiss to my cheek.\r\n\r\nOh, how I wanted to see him again.\r\n\r\nIn that brief moment I experienced romance, longing, and joy. In that moment I didn’t know what I was actually experiencing, but I knew it was nice and I felt special.\r\n\r\nIn the days before texting and inappropriately aged children having cell phones; I was on my own. Living with a mind<em> full </em>of imagination.\r\n\r\nWhat if I see him again? I hoped.\r\n\r\nWith this wild imagination I continued to visit the spot where he met me, hoping to re-live that very moment.\r\n\r\nIt never happened again.\r\n\r\nTo this day I find myself looking to recreate these moments, often having to be the sole provider of them to other people. Almost as if I am gifting to them the moments of spontaneous romance I long for – just so I can experience it somehow.\r\n\r\nIt’s moments like this I wonder… Will my younger sisters ever experience such a memory? I ask this because our society has turned ‘nose down to device’, often missing out on the simple moments that were created once when we had the pleasure of chatting face to face. Back in the time, which was a mere decade ago, if you wanted to “like” something, you had to stop and verbally express your interest. It was a time that if you wanted to “poke” someone, you had to use your index finger to their shoulder and in turn receive the gift of their immediate reaction and endure the pain of a slap to the shoulder or the joy of a boisterous laugh from their face.\r\n\r\nI wonder if those that are a decade younger than I will experience these moments the same way. I wonder if they will experience the beauty of longing and creativity our mind creates as we imagine ourselves bumping into that one person - the person who randomly stopped to say hello and shared with you the beauty of the sunset.\r\n\r\nI wonder…\r\n\r\n<em>Brittney Hiller is known as one of the happiest Yogini’s - she has practiced yoga for over a decade and can be found at every yoga studio in Beaufort. Find out more information on her at www.brittneyhilleryoga.com.</em>', 'Will our memories fade to gray?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'will-our-memories-fade-to-gray', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:09:52', '2015-05-29 03:09:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23081', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23084, 4, '2015-05-28 23:12:31', '2015-05-29 03:12:31', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Collaborating for our children</b></h2>\r\nChildren struggling at home or school often receive help from family, but in serious medical situations, children are also referred to state agencies for help. In Beaufort County those children also benefit from the help of COSY (Collaborative Organization of Services for Youth), a network of professionals dedicated to creating treatment plans that work for local youth.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23086\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PHILANTHROPY-COSY-Trust-Check-Photo.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23086\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PHILANTHROPY-COSY-Trust-Check-Photo-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"A celebration from the day COSY’s accounts were established at Coastal Community Foundation.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> A celebration from the day COSY’s accounts were established at Coastal Community Foundation.[/caption]\r\n\r\nNavigating through the system of youth services agencies can be difficult for parents and ineffective for children. Consider a child with undiagnosed mental health illness who does poorly in school and shoplifts drugs to self-medicate for the illness.\r\n\r\nIn a typical South Carolina county, that child’s parents will have to schedule separate meetings with each relevant agency. This is a burden on the parents’ time, and because the agencies don’t work together on a treatment plan, possibly less effective for the child.\r\n\r\nWith COSY, representatives from each youth services agency meet together with parents to determine a coordinated treatment plan that works for everyone. This ensures professionals approve the treatment plans, avoiding simple mistakes a parent could make trying to piece together sessions and advice.\r\n\r\n“COSY isn’t just another layer of bureaucracy,” explained Fred Leyda, a state contractor who has worked as COSY’s facilitator for nearly 20 years. “It’s a better way of doing business.”\r\n\r\nThis way of doing business is possible because of existing trust and respect between state agencies formed from Beaufort County’s Human Services Alliance (HSA).\r\n\r\nFounded as the Human Services Coordinating Council in the mid-1970’s, this network brings together human services professionals across Beaufort County quarterly to learn what each group does and how they can help each other.\r\n\r\nIn 1994, the state government approached the HSA because Beaufort County’s child outcomes were different than other South Carolina counties. The HSA was tapped to run a pilot program - COSY’s predecessor - for children in state’s custody.\r\n\r\nHowever, members of the HSCC, who grew up together and were raising children together, were not interested unless they could help all children.\r\n\r\n“We started to recognize that it wasn’t about dividing our kids,” Fred shared. “They’re all our kids. We’ve got to be working with all of them.”\r\n\r\nAfter finally receiving the state’s approval to serve all children, COSY opened in 1995. Since then, COSY has seen vastly improved metrics for its clients. The average client now only spends 11 days outside the home, down from 477. The average cost per closed case is just $3,064, compared to $15,781 when COSY began.\r\n\r\nDespite all of its success to date, COSY faces two challenges. Because Fred’s contract to facilitate COSY depends on the state budget, it could be cut from year to year. Additionally, sometimes the COSY team believes certain treatments, like after-school activities, are in the best interest of the child, but because they are not therapeutic, the government does not fund them.\r\n\r\nCOSY addressed both issues by setting up an operating account and organizational endowment at Coastal Community Foundation. The operating account provides a mechanism for the community to make tax-deductible donations to COSY, and a small percentage of all donations also go towards building the endowment.\r\n\r\nThe COSY model is an innovative, effective system to help youth in need. Its possibilities reach far beyond youth in Beaufort County. To learn more about COSY, please visit www.cosybc.org. To donate, please visit www.helpalowcountryfamily.org.\r\n\r\n<em>Each week, Coastal Community Foundation highlights organizations, donors and other charitable news in The Philanthropy Corner. If you’re interested in learning more about philanthropy in the Lowcountry, reach out to our regional Stewardship Officer, Gloria Duryea, at Gloria@CoastalCommunityFoundation.org or (843) 379-3400. </em>', 'The Philanthropy Corner for May 28th-June 3rd', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-philanthropy-corner-for-may-28th-june-3rd', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:12:31', '2015-05-29 03:12:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23084', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23088, 4, '2015-05-28 23:13:28', '2015-05-29 03:13:28', 'By State Farm™\r\n\r\nSeveral studies have shown that the backseat is the safest place for your child, but you still need to take safety precautions. Here are several ways to reduce risk for backseat passengers:\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Choose the Right Restraint</strong></p>\r\nSecuring kids properly is the number one guideline for child passenger safety. Your child’s age, height and weight will determine whether he or she needs a car seat, booster seat or seat belt. Identify the appropriate safety restraint for your child at Safercar.gov. For more information about child car seat safety, visit the State Farm® Learning Center.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Don’t Forget About Adults</strong></p>\r\nUnrestrained adults can be injured in the backseat too. They also can injure the driver if thrown forward during impact. For protection, have your passengers sit in the center seat — it is the farthest point from possible impact zones.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Shop for Safety </strong></p>\r\nKeep backseat passengers in mind when you’re shopping for a new vehicle. Many newer models are equipped with backseat safety features. Side airbags and inflatable seat belts offer more protection, while headrests can help reduce the occurrence of whiplash.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Drive Cautiously</strong></p>\r\nYour driving habits also impact your passengers’ safety. Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents. So put your phone away, give your children a book or movie to keep them occupied, and always keep your eyes on the road. These simple safe-driving habits can help make the trip safer for everyone.', 'Backseat and child car seat safety tips', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'backseat-and-child-car-seat-safety-tips', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:13:28', '2015-05-29 03:13:28', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23088', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23090, 4, '2015-05-28 23:14:24', '2015-05-29 03:14:24', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-DOLLAR-GENERAL-LITERACY.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23091\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-DOLLAR-GENERAL-LITERACY-300x187.jpg\" alt=\"COMMUNITY - DOLLAR GENERAL LITERACY\" width=\"300\" height=\"187\" /></a>The Dollar General Literacy Foundation awarded The Literacy Center in Bluffton and YMCA of Beaufort County in Port Royal grants in the amount of $6,000 and $3,000, respectively to support local literacy programs. These local grants are part of over $5.8 million awarded today to approximately 720 schools, nonprofits and organizations across the 43 states the company serves. Today’s grant announcements bring the total impact of the Dollar General Literacy Foundation’s to over $100 million in grants to assist nearly six million people improve their lives through literacy and education since the foundation’s inception in 1993.\r\n\r\n“It is exciting to see the impact grants from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation make throughout the country, especially as we cross the $100 million threshold in overall donations and the difference it has to nearly six million people,” said Rick Dreiling, Dollar General’s chairman and CEO. “The Dollar General Literacy Foundation truly embodies the company’s mission of Serving Others throughout the communities we serve.”\r\n\r\nRecipients of today’s grant announcements will use Dollar General Literacy Foundation funds to support programs aimed at enhancing summer, family and adult literacy programs. Grants will be used to help promote childhood summer reading or help adults learn to read, prepare for the high school equivalency exam or learn English.', 'Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards local grants ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dollar-general-literacy-foundation-awards-local-grants', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:14:24', '2015-05-29 03:14:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23090', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23093, 4, '2015-05-28 23:15:10', '2015-05-29 03:15:10', 'Concerned local citizens are hosting two free screenings of the award-winning environmental documentary <em>Bag It,</em> with discussion following each screening in celebration of World Oceans Day.\r\n\r\n<em>Bag It</em> follows “everyman” Jeb Berrier as he tries to make sense of our dependence on plastic bags. Although his quest starts out small, Jeb soon learns that the problem extends past landfills to oceans, rivers and ultimately human health.\r\n\r\nThe average American uses about 500 plastic bags each year, and each bag is used for about twelve minutes each. This single-use mentality has led to the formation of a floating island of plastic debris in the Pacific Ocean more than twice the size of Texas.\r\n\r\nThe film explores these issues and identifies how our daily reliance on plastic threatens not only waterways and marine life, but human health, too.\r\n\r\nIf you are environmentally conscious, this documentary is worth seeing. Some states have, or are considering, banning plastic bags for any retail purchase. Will South Carolina be next? Should South Carolina be next? You decide. The documentary will be shown on Saturday, June 6th at 9:30 a.m. at the Beaufort Plaza Cinema and then again on Monday, June 8th at 7 p.m. in the TCL auditorium on their Beaufort campus. Both screenings are free of charge.', 'Award-winning documentary Bag It comes to Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'award-winning-documentary-bag-it-comes-to-beaufort', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:15:10', '2015-05-29 03:15:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23093', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23095, 4, '2015-05-28 23:15:47', '2015-05-29 03:15:47', 'As hurricane season begins, we all need to be ready with a plan should a major storm head our way. This is important for us as well as making sure family members not living with you are organized. Home Instead Senior Care recommends using the following checklist to get ready for potential weather emergencies:\r\n\r\n•  Tune in. Stay abreast of what’s going on through your local radio or television station. We haven’t been hit by a huge storm lately but that doesn’t mean it can’t happen.\r\n\r\n•  Take stock. Make sure you know how you would manage yourself should you be required to evacuate. Then make sure local loved ones, particularly those using canes, walkers or wheelchairs, know what their plan is and can execute it.\r\n\r\n•  To go or to stay? When deciding if you are going to evacuate, older adults should go sooner rather than later. By waiting too long, things get much more complicated should they need assistance.\r\n\r\n•  Make a plan. Develop a course of action that everyone buys into. A plan is no good if Uncle Phil absolutely refuses to leave his house that he has lived in for 82 years. Remember to include key people in your plan – such as neighbors, friends, relatives and professional caregivers – who could help if needed.\r\n\r\n•  More than one way out. Ideally, everyone should develop at least two escape routes: one to evacuate their home and one to evacuate their community. This gets problematic when we live on one of our many islands. All the more reason to go early rather than wait.\r\n\r\n•  Meet up. If you live near your older parents or aging friends, set up a place to meet should something happen that necessitates evacuation. This could be a coffee shop, hotel, gas station, school parking lot, anyplace that is fairly easy to remember and get to. It should also be past any possible choke points in terms of driving. So if you live on St. Helena, don’t set up a meeting place on Lady’s Island. Get over that bridge first, and then think about a place to meet. Have a dummy drill at least twice a year.\r\n\r\n•  Get up and Go Kit. Have an easy-to-carry bag or suitcase in which you can put some extra clothes, toothbrush etc. Assume you will be away for potentially a week. This is not a time to worry about what matches what. Put it in the suitcase and go. In the garage, you should have three days of non-perishable food and water with an additional four days of food and water readily accessible at home. Have at least one gallon of bottled water per person per day. Refresh and replace your supplies at least twice a year. And don’t forget a blanket and paper products, such as toilet paper. If you are relying on a generator, make sure it is up and running with extra gas available should you need it.\r\n\r\n•  Pack extras and copies. Have at least a one-month supply of medication on hand at all times. Store other important documents in a waterproof protector including copies of prescriptions, car title registration and driver’s license, insurance documents and bank account numbers, and a spare checkbook. Also pack extra eyeglasses and hearing-aid batteries. Label every piece of important equipment or personal item in case they are lost.\r\n\r\n•  Your contact list and their contact list. Compile a list of important contacts, including the doctors and other important healthcare professionals you both need. The information can be recorded and kept in a free Home Instead Senior Emergency kit, available at www.senioremergencykit.com\r\n\r\n•  If you can’t be there to help your aging parents, enlist the help of family or friends who live nearby them, or contact a professional caregiving company.\r\n\r\n•  And don’t forget your pets. They need to go with you. So when planning, make sure they are included.', 'Seniors – are you ready for a hurricane or flooding?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'seniors-are-you-ready-for-a-hurricane-or-flooding', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:15:47', '2015-05-29 03:15:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23095', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(23097, 4, '2015-05-28 23:19:31', '2015-05-29 03:19:31', 'By Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nA fish fry is a fish fry is a fish fry. And there is nothing special about red rice. But combine them and throw in a little cole slaw and you have heaven on a paper plate and the annual fund raiser for the Sons of Beaufort Lodge 36 of Free and Accepted Masons.\r\n\r\nSaturday marked the 14th annual Fish Fry to help with charitable contributions and the high cost of maintaining the Lodge’s hundred-year-old building, recently recognized as a National Landmark.\r\n\r\n“We deep fry about 80 pounds of fish,” according to the Lodge’s Worshipful Master, Nathan Ridley.  Included in the traditional meal besides the fish is red rice, cole slaw and a soft drink. A couple of cookies are added for those who have a sweet tooth.\r\n\r\n“It’s become a neighborhood tradition,” Ridley said. “We’ll do the same thing next year”, he said.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"23098,23099,23100,23102\"]', 'Fish Fry becomes a neighborhood tradition', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'fish-fry-becomes-a-neighborhood-tradition', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:19:31', '2015-05-29 03:19:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23097', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23104, 4, '2015-05-28 23:31:01', '2015-05-29 03:31:01', 'The Diocese of South Carolina and the Parish Church of St. Helena will host a half-day conference entitled “Missions: The Heart of the Church,” from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, in St. Helena’s Parish Hall, 507 Newcastle St. in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nSpeakers will include the Rt. Rev. Mark Lawrence, Bishop of South Carolina, speaking on Mission Vision for the Diocese; the Rt. Rev. Alden Hathaway of St. Helena’s, the LeMarquands’ Work in Ethiopia; and two very special guest speakers who work with the Miao, an unreached population group in Asia. Following their presentations, the speakers will participate in a panel discussion moderated by Bishop Hathaway.\r\n\r\nThe program includes registration and continental breakfast, 8:30 to 9 a.m.; speakers and panel discussion, 9 a.m. to noon; lunch and fellowship, noon to 1 p.m.\r\n\r\nThe conference is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are needed. Call Melba Thomas at 522-1712, ext. 202, or email her at mthomas@sthelenas1712.org by June 3 if you plan to attend.', 'Church conference on missions to be held in Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'church-conference-on-missions-to-be-held-in-beaufort', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23104', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23108, 4, '2015-05-28 23:32:41', '2015-05-29 03:32:41', 'The Beaufort County Library welcomed its new director, Ray McBride, on May 4th. Mr. McBride brings with him a storied background that includes years of public library administration and military service.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23109\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-LIBRARY-DIRECTOR.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-23109\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-LIBRARY-DIRECTOR-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Ray McBride\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Ray McBride[/caption]\r\n\r\nMcBride began his career in the United States Army in 1971 and after decades of service, retired as Command Sergeant Major, Military Intelligence. During his service, he lived and worked over a decade in Germany and two years in Tokyo, Japan. He was awarded the Legion of Merit medal for exceptionally meritorious service.\r\n\r\nMcBride’s library career began after his retirement from the Army, where in 1997 he joined the Darlington County Library system as Systems Administrator/Reference Librarian. There he managed the automated library system and was responsible for the training, installation, maintenance and repair of its computers and servers, as well as managing staff and facilitating technology training to the public.\r\n\r\nAfter Darlington, he joined the Greenville (SC) County Library system in 2000 as Information Technology Manager where he supervised technology staff, computers and servers in one of the largest library systems in SC. Shortly after, he was promoted to Operations and Information Technology Manager where he also served as Project Manager for all new library construction (five branches).\r\n\r\nFrom 2007-2013, McBride served as the Executive Director of the Florence, SC County Library System where he was responsible for managing six branch libraries and served as Project Manager for the construction of four branch libraries and one community center.\r\n\r\nIn 2013, he became the Executive Director of the Lake City (SC) Community Museum Society, Inc., where for two years, he managed a 501(C)3 non-profit organization dedicated to establishing and maintaining museum facilities and programs for art, agriculture, and history which included the National Bean Market, Jones-Carter Gallery and Lynches Lake Historical Society. He also coordinated the Pee Dee Regional National History Day Competition, ArtFields® and the Lake City Farmers Market.\r\n\r\nHe has served as Chairman of the SC LENDS Consortium Executive Board (2009-2011), President of the SC Association of Public Library Administrators (2009-2010), President of the Public Library Section of the South Carolina Library Association (1999-2001), and President of the Darlington County Historical Society (1999-2001). He has served on many Boards, including the Florence County Museum Board of Directors, the Lake City Partnership Council Board of Directors, the Lake City Community Foundation Board of Directors, the Ronald E. McNair Foundation Board of Directors, and currently serves as a member of the Scarecrow Press Library Board.\r\n\r\nMcBride holds a Bachelor of Science in History (Magna Cum Laude) from Campbell University and a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from North Carolina Central University. He received the Lyrasis Excellence Award (2010) and was named South Carolina Librarian of the Year in 2009.\r\n\r\nEach of the local branch libraries have planned Meet and Greet sessions with Director McBride. These sessions are open to the public and are sponsored by the Friends of the Library at each branch. Dates and times are as follows:\r\n\r\nLobeco Branch: June 8th, 11:00 a.m. to 12 noon (1862 Trask Parkway, Lobeco)\r\n\r\nSt. Helena Branch: June 9th, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena)\r\n\r\nBeaufort Branch: June 10th, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (311 Scott Street, Beaufort)', 'Local libraries welcome new director', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'local-libraries-welcome-new-director', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23108', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23111, 4, '2015-05-28 23:33:49', '2015-05-29 03:33:49', 'The Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department is collecting aluminum cans to raise money for a special summer camp held for South Carolina children who’ve suffered burn injuries. They are helping the environment and helping children by collecting and recycling aluminum cans.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23112\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-FIREMAN-CAN-COLLECTION.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23112\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/COMMUNITY-FIREMAN-CAN-COLLECTION-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Can collection trailer\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> Can collection trailer[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe purpose of Camp ‘Can’ Do, run as part of the MUSC Burned Children’s initiative, is to provide a fun, residential camping experience for children, ages 6 to 17, who have been treated for a serious burn injury over the past year. Camp ‘Can’ Do provides a safe, supportive, fun outdoor environment and a variety of social, recreational, and educational activities for campers. This year’s camp is scheduled for June 27-July 1.\r\n\r\n“We are very proud to help raise funds for South Carolina children who have suffered burns to attend a great summer camp. As firefighters, we work hard to prevent any injuries, but when they happen, especially to children, it is good to know that Camp ‘Can’ Do helps them enjoy some of their summer,” said Beaufort Fire Chief Sammy Negron.\r\n\r\nThe counselors for the camp are all volunteers, and many are South Carolina firefighters and nurses and nursing students who want to give back even more than they already contribute on a daily basis.\r\n\r\nThe aluminum can collection trailer is located in front of the Beaufort Fire Department Headquarters at 135 Ribaut Road.\r\n\r\n“We hope our entire community across Northern Beaufort County joins us in supporting this camp, either by bringing aluminum cans to our collection site or by donating to the program directly,” Negron said.', 'Beaufort-Port Royal firefighters  raise funds for Camp ‘Can’ Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-port-royal-firefighters-raise-funds-for-camp-can-do', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23111', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23114, 4, '2015-05-28 23:46:03', '2015-05-29 03:46:03', 'On May 16, several hundred people gathered at Brays Island for the 24th Annual AMIkids Beaufort Croquet Picnic, part of a full weekend of fundraising events. AMIkids Beaufort is one of more than 50 programs across the country affiliated with nationally-recognized AMIkids, headquartered in Tampa, Florida. They are a non-profit organization dedicated to providing Beaufort kids an opportunity to transform into responsible young adults.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/playing-to-win.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23115\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/playing-to-win-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"playing to win\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>AMIkids offers a promising future through positive and motivating programs that inspire learning, leadership and personal growth. The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice assigns select young men to AMIkids Beaufort where they work to separate a troubled past from a bright future through education, work skills training, community service and physical training. Sylvia Murray, director of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice, attended as a guest at this year’s event.\r\n\r\nThanks to generous donations throughout the weekend, AMIkids Beaufort raised more than $100,000 to directly benefit the at-risk young men they serve. This money will help fund their welding program, which teaches young men valuable work skills. The money will provide much needed funds for a major infrastructure upgrade at their aging campus in Dale, SC.\r\n\r\nFor 24 years, Brays Island has generously shared part of their golf course and driving range, converting it to high-quality croquet courts, for this fundraiser. This year, along with Brays Island, Brantley and Alice Harvey graciously shared their home, Marshlands, in Beaufort’s Historic District for the Friday night Captains’ Party and silent auction.', 'Croquet anyone?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'croquet-anyone', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:52:12', '2015-05-29 03:52:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23114', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23116, 4, '2015-05-28 23:39:06', '2015-05-29 03:39:06', 'By Trey Nelson\r\n\r\nTimes must be changing, what with hip hop acts such as Finesse’ and Christopher Bacon hitting the stage early Friday afternoon and kicking off the weekend long entertainment portion of the 29th Annual Original Gullah Festival. Both young men took command of the stage and the audience with invocative lyrics and vintage sounds, raising the bar for the quality of the performers who would follow.\r\n\r\nThe Gullah Festival stuck to its roots with Aunt Pearlie Sue’s storytelling and the students of Whale Branch Early College providing the Festival with jazz ambience throughout the perfect weather on Friday. The day culminated in a Caribbean Dance Party making the Waterfront a funky hot-spot thanks to performers Cliff Burnett and Tatwa.\r\n\r\nSaturday saw outliers such as Stee and the Ear Candy Band perform, with an appearance by guest rapper Young Caliber who rocked on a song called <em>“Yum Yum”</em> from Stee’s newest album, <em>The Atypical Playlist. </em>Then it was time. Excitement had been building in steady anticipation all day for the single person we had all been waiting for - the very talented and Lowcountry’s very own, Candice Glover who performed on Saturday night.\r\n\r\nPicture the scene: dark, starry night with young children at the front of the stage area alongside their mothers, sisters, grandmothers and friends all shouting “Candice! Candice!” while at the same time, throwing a beach ball in nervous anticipation. For a young lady that said she couldn’t speak Gullah when she was on American Idol, you can’t tell anyone from St. Helena Island that Candice Glover doesn’t put our little part of the world on the map.\r\n\r\nCandice marched to the microphone exuding strength and confidence. Belting out her homegrown vocals bred from the church choir and honed by the American Idol judges, this was Candice Glover in her hometown glory. Beaufort witnessed its first star shine bright. She asked the crowd, “Have you ever been in love?” And answered by sharing songs from her album <em>Music Speaks. </em>My personal favorite of the night was “<em>Kiss Me</em>” but there was a fine line between it and my #2 favorite and my #3 favorite. Candice was Candice and she was terrific and memorable.\r\n\r\nCandice Glover provided the funk and soul of the Festival, remaining the very Gullah Geechee girl that she was when she embarked upon her future that began with American Idol but has many doors yet unopened. For the acts that came before her on that Waterfront stage, she crystallized inspiration for many of us that something wonderful can come out of the magic of St. Helena Island and Beaufort.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Photos by Bob Sofaly</strong></p>\r\n[gallery ids=\"23117,23118,23119,23120,23123,23124\"]', 'Gullah Festival gets rocked by great performances', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'gullah-festival-gets-rocked-by-great-performances', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:39:44', '2015-05-29 03:39:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23116', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23126, 4, '2015-05-28 23:43:28', '2015-05-29 03:43:28', 'By Molly Ingram\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23128\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PROFILE-TREY-NELSON.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23128\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/PROFILE-TREY-NELSON-300x261.jpg\" alt=\"Trey Nelson\" width=\"300\" height=\"261\" /></a> Trey Nelson[/caption]\r\n\r\nThis is a young man that is going places. Maybe not the places we are used to seeing the young people with promise go, but he is going none the less.\r\n\r\nMeet Trey Nelson, known by his performing name of Finessé. Remember when we were younger and our parents couldn’t understand what the appeal was in the Rolling Stones or why Dylan only had one name? Well it was kind of like that when I met with Trey on last Friday. I didn’t get it then and honestly, I still don’t, but I do get this. Trey is a remarkable young man who has a dream and he is going to pursue that dream with all of his being. And honestly, what more could you ask from the youngsters today? It sure beats someone tied to their phone and Instagram account with no will to work, try, develop, or dream.\r\n\r\nI met Trey after he emailed me at the Island News with a request to cover his act at the Gullah Festival. Cheeky fellow. But no one else has requested anything from us – no photo coverage, no stories, nothing. Just run the press release and we’ll be fine. Here was a young man who wanted to make things happen and I gave him a lot of credit for taking the initiative. So we started to email.\r\n\r\nTrey grew up on St. Helena Island and has a very strong connection with “his people” who make up the cultural fabric of that Island. He is the son of an elementary school principal mother and a salesman father. He graduated from Beaufort High School where he stuck his fingers into lots of pots.\r\n\r\nAt 18, he has decided to skip college. The “mom” in me came out in our interview and, of course, I pushed the “you need to go to college and get a degree, even as a back-up” theme and what Trey came back with, I couldn’t refute. “If I go to college and get out in four years, what happens to my dream in the meantime? How much of my dream could I have accomplished if I had put my all into it rather than sit in a classroom?” I could tell he meant every word of it.\r\n\r\nAnd work he does. He calls himself a classy hip hop artist. “When you hear the name Finessé, it should give you a mark of quality. It literally is defined by style and skill and that’s definitely me when you listen to me and live my art. I am so glad I went for more than what I saw, what I never knew, because the people that like what I do, and how I do it, learn and improve their lives because of it.” No dirty words, no gratuitous sex or violence, just good music and lyrics delivered in a way to inspire and encourage those around him. That’s Trey Nelson.\r\n\r\nBesides furthering his personal career as a hip hop artist, Trey also believes strongly in his fellow artists, whether they are in painting, music, graphic arts, photography, or behind the scenes producing records or videos. He has started a company called Southern Nothings which is helping fellow artists gain exposure in the world for their art. “I want to make artistry a viable living. I want people to be able to make a dollar from whatever they do.” And he feels he can open doors for them and help keep them focused. There is very definitely a marketing mind at work here.\r\n\r\nTrey has so many irons in the fire I’m surprised he can keep them all straight. A new recording project called OK, I’m Good. A music video for his single that is available on iTunes. PSA’s for a new movie coming out shortly. And he’s performing at quality venues like the Festival wherever he can find them. And then he has set up Southern Nothings to help others.\r\n\r\nJust to round out his personality, Trey told me that he is into “investments, stocks, real estate, fashion, technology, book publishing, plays, movies, jewelry, even car dealerships. If it interests me, that’s my business. And I’m minding my business 24/7. You know, Molly, curiosity doesn’t kill the cat. It just makes him better and more interesting.”\r\n\r\nWow. A young man with a dream. A dream he is going to pursue with all his being and still be able to drag some fellow artists along with him. His quick smile and winning personality is going to open the doors and his talent is going to take him places. Check out his website at www.styleinthaskill.com.\r\n\r\nSo after chatting with Trey for over an hour, did I understand what classy hip hop was any better than when I started? No. But I did know this guy was destined to be something special and I am proud to call him a friend.', 'I have a dream...', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'i-have-a-dream', '', '', '2015-05-28 23:44:09', '2015-05-29 03:44:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23126', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23133, 4, '2015-05-28 23:48:46', '2015-05-29 03:48:46', '<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">U.S. Marine David Braman gives inspiring graduation speech at Beaufort Academy</h2>\r\nIf you had a child graduating Sunday from Beaufort Academy, they had the great opportunity to hear from a BA graduate who offered some solid life strategies for them as they take their first steps into the real world.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/BAsenior-9732-100.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23137\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/BAsenior-9732-100-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"BAsenior-9732-100\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" /></a>David Braman is all of a whopping 44 years old and has managed to pack a lifetime of experience into those few years. He is almost a native as he arrived here with a military family when he was a toddler. He, and his three sisters, grew up in Beaufort and came to love and respect this amazing place we all call home.\r\n\r\nDave always wanted to be a pilot. His memories go to a photograph of him next to his Dad’s plane at MCAS when he was four. If nothing else, Dave is a very focused young man. After graduating from the Citadel in 1992, he was accepted into the Marine Corp Officer Training Program. He affectionately calls the Marines, “the low budget rodeo” which given that they do almost twice the “protecting” and get about ½ of the funding that the other military branches, seems an apt description.\r\n\r\nHis training began in Pensacola at the Navy Flight Training School where at the end of training, those cadets at the top of their groups got to choose what type of helicopter they wanted to fly and Dave chose the CH-53E known as the “Super Stallion”. He readily admits that after life in college, some time back here waiting to get a slot in helicopter training school because they were backed up, he had to “retie his shoes a little tighter.” Some of that is probably due to meeting another future Navy pilot named Abby who later became his wife. But tie those shoes tighter, he did and then came a stellar career including three deployments overseas; two in Djibouti (better known to us as the Horn of Africa) which Dave contends is the “unequivocal hottest place on earth”.\r\n\r\nHe gave me the following summary of his career, “I have been to 6 continents, 32 countries, and 42 states. I have had many tremendous experiences and seen some amazing things. I have also had the misfortune to witness some awful things in some of the worst places on this planet. I have gotten to land a helicopter on Wall St. as well as at the foot of the great pyramids in Egypt.” Just your normal everyday life, right? Not so.\r\n\r\nBut for Dave, family came first, and his wife and new baby, Megan, wanted him home. And home he came when he was assigned to the Presidential Helicopter Squadron called HMX-1 based in Washington, DC. Dave has been flying not only our Presidents between locations, but also the Vice President and the five key heads of departments in the government on a regular, daily basis.\r\n\r\nSounds glamourous doesn’t it? A dream job? Maybe, but only if you can deal with the stress of flying POTUS to various locations around the world. But this job, and the Marines, have taught Dave the value of teamwork above all else.\r\n\r\nDave shared with the BA graduates the Navy Seal mantra which states, “The only easy day was yesterday, meaning - to succeed, you must work harder and harder each day, but when you find what you are capable of, you see how easy yesterday was.”\r\n\r\nHe continued, “As you continue to blaze a path forward, unsure of your future success, try to “bloom where you are planted”. Whether it’s in a college classroom, during a summer internship, or with your first full time job, work hard to be your absolute best...even if you can’t stand your class, your boss, or your job. You will eventually change all of these and you will want the best possible recommendation as you move on because your life may not unfold exactly as you have planned it. Build a strong reputation and hold your integrity sacred. Both will follow you for the rest of your life and will help shape and define your character.”\r\n\r\nCurrently, Dave is working on the Presidential Helicopter Replacement Program for the VH92-A. Determining what the next Presidential helicopter will be able to do, how it will move, what it looks like both inside and out, is all in the works with his team.\r\n\r\nBut retirement is coming soon. Specifically, July 2016. What is next, you wonder, for a young man who has done and seen more than he expected when he graduated from BA many years ago? I am pretty sure it will be anything he wants to do, and I am also pretty certain, it will bring him back to Beaufort. I expect it will involve a team- a group of people working together to cause something to happen. Dave is the individual President Harry S. Truman talks about when he said, “It’s amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit.” Dave believes with that as a guiding force, you will be respected, honored, trusted, and someone others want to be around. You will, in fact, be a Marine. All of those qualities you can see in David Braman. The future holds nothing but the best for Dave, his family, and all the 2015 graduates of Beaufort Academy.', '“The only easy day was yesterday”', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-only-easy-day-was-yesterday', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:02', '2018-07-12 14:59:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23133', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23142, 4, '2015-06-04 20:10:31', '2015-06-05 00:10:31', '<b>Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce holds networking event </b><b>  </b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce will have its First Friday Networking Event at Penn Center on June 5th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The event will be held at Hampton Cottage. Mr. Will Wallace, who works for the Southern Federation of Coops, will be the speaker. His organization focuses on farming and overall rural development. In partnership with the USDA, Mr. Wallace will talk about funding programs from farm services, natural resource and conservation, and rural development. Mr. Wallace wants to ensure participants have the right tools when entering a USDA office for funding options. The event is free and open to the public. RSVP by calling (843) 986-1102.\r\n\r\n<b>Red Dam Baptist Vacation Bible School</b>\r\n\r\nWelcome to Camp Kilimanjaro, where kids will have an epic expedition through the book of Proverbs! Every day, our kids are faced with choices—will they choose wisely or foolishly? As they safari up Mount Kilimanjaro, these trekkers will learn that true wisdom comes only from the one true all-wise God, who wants us to be wise! The adventure runs from June 7-12 at 6:30 to 9 p.m. each night. Our youngsters will meet at the Red Dam Baptist Church (488 Red Dam Road, Hardeeville, SC). Camp Kilimanjaro is free and open to the public; early registration encouraged. Contact Children’s Pastor Calvin Smith, (843) 684-0826 or (843) 784-6083 if you have questions. To pre-register, log onto www.reddamvbs.com; anyone who is registered by June 1st will be entered in a drawing for a $10 gift card to Wal-Mart.\r\n\r\n<b>June 2015 Beaufort County Blood Drives</b>\r\n\r\nOur Donor Center at 1001 Boundary Street, Beaufort, is also open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Wednesdays, noon to 6:30 p.m. Please note that a government-issued photo I.D. is required to donate. For more information or appointments, please call 843-522-0409 or visit www.igiveblood.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Sunday, June 7</b> at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 157 Lady’s Island Dr., Lady’s Island 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. <b>Tuesday, June 9</b> at the Naval Hospital Beaufort, 1 Pinckney Blvd., Beaufort (Open only to those with base access) 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. <b>Wednesday, June 10</b> at the Beaufort County Government office, 100 Ribaut Rd., Beaufort 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <b>Saturday, June 20 </b>at Belk Department Store (Cross Creek Shopping Center), 332 Robert Smalls Pkwy., Beaufort 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. <b>Monday, June 22</b> at the Dataw Island Community Center, 10 Marina Dr., Dataw Island 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. <b>Tuesday, June 30</b> at Parker Racor, 302 Parker Dr., Beaufort 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n<b>Sheriff P. J. Tanner to be LIBPA Guest Speaker</b>\r\n\r\nSheriff P. J. Tanner will be the guest speaker at the Tuesday, June 9th meeting of the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association which will be held at 8 a.m. in the Beaufort Realtor’s Association headquarters located in the Palmetto Business Park (behind BB&amp;T Bank on Lady’s Island Drive). The meeting is open to the public. Sheriff Tanner has been requested to address the following: • Opinion of individual body cameras for law enforcement officers. • Is social media reporting of law enforcement actions having an impact on law enforcement procedures? • Factors involved in apparent increase in number of local incidents involving firearms and violent crimes. • Is the Sheriff’s office adequately funded? • Impact on law enforcement of the increasing number of private citizens authorized to carry firearms. • Most significant challenges facing the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office in the next decade. • In this era of tight money should a metropolitan type of law enforcement be considered in northern Beaufort County?\r\n\r\n<b>Friends of Fort Fremont to meet June 9th</b>\r\n\r\nThe public is invited to attend the annual meeting of Friends of Fort Fremont on Tuesday, June 9th at 10 a.m. at St. Helena Library. Come and see the progress of noted model builder Dennis Cannady’s work on the diorama of our local, historical Spanish American fort. Twenty-seven of the buildings will be on display. The guest speaker will be Robb Wells from the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce. Find out what’s next for the Fort and the community.\r\n\r\n<b>Free yoga for active military and spouses</b>\r\n\r\nOn the second Thursday of every month (June 11th) from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ArtiZen Yoga provides a free all-level yoga class exclusively for active military and their spouses. It will be taught by Ayren Pfeifer, our certified Ashtanga teacher, and a military spouse of 13 years. (Childcare will be available for a small fee: $5 per child) The class will be held at ArtiZen, 1211 Newcastle Street, Unit 2F, Beaufort. Call 863-298-0734 for details.\r\n\r\n<b>Pancakes = Scholarships</b>\r\n\r\nThe Xi Gamma Lambda Chapter, of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc, is holding a Flapjack Fundraiser at the Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill &amp; Bar, located at 2338 Boundary Street, in Beaufort on Saturday, June 13. From 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Applebee’s will be serving up short stacks of pancakes for a TALL cause. The cost of a ticket is $7.00 per person. The purpose of the fundraiser is raise funds in support of scholarships given to local high school students continuing their education at various colleges. To purchase tickets call Steve Mendoza at (843) 521-3771. Come on out to Applebee’s on Saturday and have breakfast for a good cause.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Aglow celebrates Father’s Day</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Aglow will meet Saturday, June 13th at 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Men, women and teens are invited to join us as we celebrate Father’s Day. The meeting will be held at Gilligan’s Seafood Restaurant, 2601 Boundary St. Beaufort. The speaker will be Apostle Dr. Henry A. Cleare, a native of Nassau, Bahamas, senior pastor of Life Giving Outreach Ministries Church and Kingdom Warriors International, Columbia, SC. He oversees several churches in the USA, Panama City, Panama, Mexico, Spain, and Canada etc. Dr. Cleare is the Founder and President of RanLuCo Services, President, Inter-denominational Ministerial Alliance of greater Columbia, SC, Chairman, Richland County School District #1 A+Plus Advisory Board, and Chaplain for the Richland County Sheriff Dept. For information, call (843) 590-5563 or (843) 525-0525.\r\n\r\n<b>Are you a WWII buff? </b>\r\n\r\nAuthor James Scott will discuss his book <em>Target Tokyo</em>, the dramatic account of one of America’s most celebrated – and controversial – military campaigns: the Doolittle Raid in WWII on Thursday, June 25th at the Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort. The lecture will take place between 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. and is open to the public at no charge. Mr. Scott will autograph his book at the conclusion of the lecture. Contact info: Ann Cox, (843)255-6458, acox@bcgov.net or go to the website at www.beaufortcountylibrary.org for more details.\r\n\r\n<b>Ready to live debt free?</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce ran a pilot program last month on developing a budget and living debt free, a goal for many of us. Because of the success of the program, the BCBCC will repeat it on June 30th at 801 Bladen Street in Beaufort at 6:00 p.m. Some of the comments from those that attended were: “This is something very helpful to especially the young as well as the old”; “the workshop was a great idea”; and “I liked the interpersonal communication between the presenters and the attendees”. As a bonus for those who participate, we will be offering follow-up one-on-one counseling to our workshop attendees so we can assist them in attaining their financial goals, including successful homeownership. Call the Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce to reserve your space at 843-986-1102 X 2.\r\n\r\n<b>Church of the Palms Vacation Bible School</b>\r\n\r\nBring the whole flock to Hometown Nazareth: Where Jesus Was a Kid! You’ll travel back into Bible times – without setting foot outside our community. Each day, your family members can become part of history as they see, hear, touch, and even taste what it was like to live in Jesus’ hometown! You’ll explore authentic Marketplace shops, visit Jesus’ mom, Mary, take part in games, and dance to lively Bible songs as you discover more about Jesus’ childhood. These experiences make God’s Word come alive with new meaning for all who participate! The adventure runs from July 13-16, 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Meeting at Church of the Palms United Methodist Church, 1425 Okatie Highway (Rt. 170), Okatie, SC. All ages 4 thru adult (youth over 11 years require a participating adult) are welcome to register. There is a $5.00 registration fee for each participant, with families of 5 or more $20.00. Registration includes dinner served before the program. Register by July 1 at www.palmsumc.org. Or call the church office at 843-379-1888. Space is limited so sign up now!\r\n\r\n<b>Save the date if you remember Vietnam  </b>\r\n\r\nThe Healing Heroes of the Lowcountry Fund &amp; the City of Beaufort are co-sponsoring a remembrance of the beginning of the Vietnam War that started 50 years ago. The remembrance will be an early evening event on August 15th at Beaufort’s Water Front Park. This event is open to the public.', 'What To Do the week of June 4th-10th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-june-4th-10th', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:11:22', '2015-06-05 00:11:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23142', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23145, 4, '2015-06-04 20:12:16', '2015-06-05 00:12:16', 'By Prof. Percy Pussycat\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to communicating, dogs are pretty straight forward, but cats are in a whole league by themselves when it comes to language. Cat language is more than just the sound – it encompasses how I am moving my tail, my ears, and even “letting one rip” contributes to what I am saying.\r\n\r\nOur human caretakers are truly clue-less unless it is an elementary purr or meow. Beyond that, I practically need to grab a piece of paper and spell it out for them. I can yowl, hiss, purr, chortle, and even little mews are part of my vocabulary.\r\n\r\nFirst you need to remember not all cats are vocal. If you have a Persian for instance, they may be very refined and not a chatterbox at all. Others never shut up. I know this Siamese, named Shamballa, who cannot be quiet for a minute. Personally, I think they should have named her after Aunt Ethel, she’s never quiet either.\r\n\r\nVery seldom do cats talk to other cats by using “meows”. That seems to be saved for the humans in our lives. There is a universal cat game called charades where our humans try and guess what we are saying. Usually, we are hurling four letter words at them or agreeing with their choice of treats, or sometimes we just change it up to gibberish just to make them slightly crazy. Such fun.\r\n\r\nHowever, “meows” are more strident. They signal a requirement. Things like “I need to go out, right now” or “I need to come in, right now”, or “Play with me, right now” or “Feed me, right now!” are examples of what a “meow” can mean. Cats wait until it is absolutely necessary before they vocalize a need. They won’t say, “Hey, Mom, when you get a minute, would you please think about letting me out but only if you have the time and aren’t doing anything else.” Not going to happen. When it gets to a critical point, the meows grow more strident and lower-pitched. Pay attention!\r\n\r\nDid you know your cat normally sleeps 16 hours a day, and are most active at night when the chance to catch a mouse has a greater likelihood. Most cats are on mouse-patrol whether outside or indoors every night. It is just what we do to protect our families. And maybe get ourselves a little treat on the side.\r\n\r\nI bet you know a kitty like Albert. He snuggles and sleeps with his Mom for a portion of the night. But then he’s wide awake and thinks Mom should be too. So he begins by delivering some head-bonks, maybe some gentle nibbles on Mom’s nose or toes. Or he may drop his favorite toys on her head. And if that doesn’t get Mom up, then he lets loose with lots and lots of meows. When his Mom can take it no longer, she stumbles out of bed and old Albert scampers ahead to the (often) the empty food bowl. Filling the bowl may, indeed, temporarily stop the yowls. It’s hard to meow with a mouthful of kibble. But something else is going on. Yup, he has masterfully trained his Mom to feed him on demand. His demand!\r\n\r\nThink of that little girl having a full-on meltdown in front of President Obama. Did you see those pictures? I think her parents have moved to Canada. Anyway, the same principal applies here. If you give in to your cat, or two year old, it signals that if they can out last you, they will win in the end. You can’t give in to the meow-demands.\r\n\r\nNow, to be fair, there can be health reasons why a kitty will meow a lot. Deaf cats, old cats suffering from kitty Alzheimer’s, stressed kitties suffering from separation anxiety, and those with thyroid, heart or kidney issues may meow excessively. If you think it is anything other than “training your human” that is going on, please check with your Vet.\r\n\r\nBut in otherwise healthy cats, the only way to extinguish this behavior is to totally ignore the cat. That means, you DON’T get up to feed them; you DON’T indulge in toe-tag games; you DON’T yell, spray them with water, or give any attention to them at all. That’s hard to do when she’s paw-patting your nose, or shaking the windows with yowls but it is the only way to stop this habit. You have to practice tough kitty-love.\r\n\r\nMy Mom wore earplugs for months. She would also shut the bedroom door, or confine me to another room on the other side of the house. I finally got the message but if you have let this go on for a while, it is going to take maybe months to get rid of this behavior. I hate to be the one to tell you but the bad behavior will get WORSE right before it goes away. My fellow cat behaviorists call this an extinction burst, so be prepared and don’t give in.\r\n\r\nIt’s either that, or you can remain at the beck and cat-call of your favorite feline. Forever. Good luck!\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Parker T. Barker received his doctorate in Squirrel Chasing and Hoovering from the University of Hartford, CT Rescue Center. He lives on Lady’s Island with his sister, Peanut and their great Mom. Prof. Percy Pussycat is a trained animal behaviourist and received his degree from the Canine and Cat Institute in London. He lives in Shell Point with his brother, Harley and devoted human family.</em>', 'Do you know what “Meow” really means?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'do-you-know-what-meow-really-means', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:12:16', '2015-06-05 00:12:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23145', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23147, 4, '2015-06-04 20:13:17', '2015-06-05 00:13:17', 'By Celia Strong\r\n\r\nWe are going to surprise many people this week. Mostly because very few of us are aware that our wine even exists. Before today, when someone sees a bottle of our winery’s red wine on the shelf, we hear “Well, I didn’t know they even made a red wine!” Really, no kidding? Most wine drinkers know about this winery’s white wine. Even if they only have it in restaurants. But, almost none of us have ever had their red. So, being serious students of new wines, we are going to do “the” red this week.\r\n\r\nThe Russian River Valley in Sonoma County is where our wine comes from. So, our trip this week, takes us back there for another visit. Over the years, even when we have done one of our lessons about a Russian River wine, a few customers have thought that these were Russian wines. From Russia. But they are not. All American wines. In fact, Russian River wines are considered by some to be the very best wines from Sonoma County.\r\n\r\nThe Russian River, and its valley, has a long history. Native Americans originally called it “Ashokwana” (“water to the East”) and “Bidapte” (“big water”). The expedition of Juan Rodiquez Cabrillo came close to making it as far north as the river in November, 1542. This was a Spanish expedition, led by a Portuguese explorer that came up from Monterey. But bad storms pushed them back south before they actually reached the river. (Cabrillo was the first European to explore the west coast of what became California. In fact, September 28, every year, is Cabrillo Day in California.)\r\n\r\nThe first European name for the river, Slavyanka, (which means “Slav River) appeared in a Russian-American Company chart that was dated 1817. Ivan Aleksandrovich Kuskov worked for this company and explored the river in the early nineteenth century. The Russians established Fort Ross, just northwest of the river’s mouth. Between 1812 and 1842, this fort was the center of Russian life in the area. While the Spanish came up from the South, Russian explorers and settlers came down through Canada from Alaska. Fort Ross, which started as a fur trading post, became a center for agriculture and trade of the colony that grew up around the fort. In addition, heavy expenses went to the Russian-American Company to support the fort. Today, the fort itself is part of the California State Parks Commission. And, more closely related to what we are doing today, there is a Fort Ross Winery.\r\n\r\nThe Russian River Valley is an AVA within Sonoma County. There are about ten thousand acres of planted vineyards. This accounts for about one sixth of all the planted vineyards in Sonoma County. This AVA was established in 1983, and enlarged in 2005. Over the years, the Russian River AVA has become well known for excellent Chardonnays. Forty-two percent of harvested grapes are Chardonnay. Second largest number, twenty-nine percent, goes to Pinot Noir. As of 2008, the Pinot Noir grapes from the Russian River were nineteen percent of all the Pinot Noirs in the state. And ten percent of all the grapes planted in Sonoma County. There are more than one hundred clones of Pinot Noir grown in the Russian River Valley. As a group, these wines have a vibrant but pale color, cherry and berry fruit flavors and earthy mushroom notes in their aromas. Because some consumers and some experts expect good Pinot Noir wines to have deeper colors, some winemakers in this AVA have developed techniques to enhance the colors in their wines. Different trellising systems in the vineyards that allow for more leaf removal so the grapes get more sun and develop more phenol (color producing) compounds, maceration before fermentation, longer barrel aging times before bottling, blending in some Syrah or Alicante Bouschet (a red grape with red pulp). One and even all of these techniques make Russian River Pinots darker and fuller bodied. Having explained all of this, we can move closer to our wine for this week - a Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Hooray!\r\n\r\nFirst, though, our winery. Sonoma-Cutrer. Yes, I know, totally known for their Chardonnay. Their Russian River Ranch Chardonnay is the most requested white wine in restaurants across the United States. The winery was established in 1973. In the beginning, they did plant other grape varieties, but the immediate and massive success of their Chardonnay made their reputation. And became their identity. Which explains why some of us didn’t know that they even made red wines. Before today that is!\r\n\r\nOur wine, the 2013 Pinot Noir, is just as spectacular of the Chardonnay. It shows Russian River elegance and sensuous red fruits. Its texture is round and silky and elegant, with a juicy-feeling mid-palate. And the finish is really long, typical of its AVA. When you get some in your glass, the aromas are deep and full of dark fruits like blackberry, black raspberry, black cherries mingled with earthy notes and hints of cola, tobacco, licorice and baking spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Once you experience all these aromas, the flavors are just the same. Plus strawberries, Bing cherries, cocoa powder, dark chocolate.\r\n\r\nThis vintage, the 2013, is a particularly good one. Fresh and clean and well balanced with terrific structure. That year was one of the more moderate growing seasons in several years. There was a fairly dry spring, with bud-break coming a couple of weeks early. The weather throughout the summer was nearly perfect and just the right amount of fog. The harvest for the Pinot Noir started about a week early, on August 28. And, the weather continued to be perfect through the whole harvest. And, lucky us, the yield was slightly higher for this vintage. It only seems right, if we’re going to find the best kept secret in California wines, we should do it with this good a vintage. Right? So, all we still have to go over is what we should eat with this wine. Easy enough. Duck breast with berry sauces. Roasted poultry of any sort. Seafood, especially salmon and tuna. Mushroom tart. Crisp French bread with aged white cheeses - Gouda, Machego, white cheddar. Oops, now I’m hungry again. Gotta go. Enjoy! For $24.97.', 'The best kept secret in California wine?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-best-kept-secret-in-california-wine', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:13:17', '2015-06-05 00:13:17', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23147', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(23149, 4, '2015-06-04 20:13:59', '2015-06-05 00:13:59', 'By David Absolon\r\n\r\nInflation pressures are likely to stay muted across developed economies for some time, but we appear to be nearing the trough of the disinflationary cycle. We expect to see mild inflationary pressures towards the end of this year, led by the US, based on three factors: 1) trends in US core inflation; 2) tighter labour market conditions and 3) a rebound in consumer spending.\r\n\r\nDespite headline inflation falls, core inflation in the US (excluding food and energy) has remained firm over the past year, within a range of 1.6% to 2% on annual basis. A key contributor has been housing costs, since it comprises a significant component (nearly one-third) of the overall CPI basket. Our expectation is that trends in the US rental market will remain supportive of the inflation picture over the medium term. Vacancy rates are at their lowest level since 1993, resulting from falling homeownership rates, and are likely to lead to increasing rental growth. In fact, we are already seeing evidence of these trends. Core PCE has been stable over the past two years, but PCE for rent has risen from 2.7% in 2014 to 3.4% in March 2015.\r\n\r\nFor the broader inflation trajectory, though, much will depend on wage growth feeding into stronger domestic demand. The evidence is still patchy, but we believe there are early signs of shifting wage dynamics.\r\n\r\nAverage hourly earnings are well below pre-crisis levels, tracking 2.2% year-on-year. More encouragingly, however, the employment cost index shows that total compensation for private sector employees rose 2.8% in March 2015 over the previous year across a broad base of occupations. Los Angeles City Council, for example, has approved raising the minimum wage to $15/hr by 2020, while some of the largest private sector employers have awarded above inflation pay rises.\r\n\r\nWhile nominal wage gains have not accelerated, it is important to remember that US consumers have benefitted from rising real incomes. The ‘oil windfall’ is estimated to have added the equivalent of a $700 tax cut per household Intuitively, this should have been supportive to consumer spending, but the rise in the personal savings rate since last December suggests that US consumers have deferred spending these gains.\r\n\r\nGiven a firm trend in core inflation over the past year coupled with a strong jobs market that should underpin consumption, we expect a data-dependent Federal Reserve to exit its zero interest rate policy later this year. In recent weeks, policymakers’ rhetoric has been increasingly vocal that the Fed will likely take action in 2015, but at a very gradual pace.\r\n\r\nAll of this should be viewed positively, as we are witnessing a resetting away from the deflationary mind-set that took hold in the second half of last year.\r\n\r\n<em>David Absolon is the Investment Director at Heartwood Investment Management.</em>', 'US growth remains on track with inflation returning', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'us-growth-remains-on-track-with-inflation-returning', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:13:59', '2015-06-05 00:13:59', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23149', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23151, 4, '2015-06-04 20:14:56', '2015-06-05 00:14:56', 'By Cherimie Crane Weatherford\r\n\r\nIn the deep south we grow up romanticizing the less than delectable circumstance of which we are presented. Our words are chosen carefully when speaking of matters steeped in discomfort or disdain. Any self- proclaimed southern Shakespeare will agree, a rose by any other name is, of course, a weed.\r\n\r\nAnything not shiny and absent of prior use is obviously vintage, an argument is always a discussion and a farm is more aptly named a plantation. It is highly unusual for an undesirable event, circumstance and/or object to be plainly named; however, even southerners have a limit. Like an unwelcome storm, an unwanted lecture or an unswept front porch, Chiggers are just Chiggers. Unlike their cousin the no-see-um, Chiggers are void of any poetic justice. We don’t bother dressing up their title or dressing down their menace. Chiggers are an unfortunate reality to an otherwise enchanting existence.\r\n\r\nAs a southerner, it is understood not all ordinary occurrences are possible, such as a quick trip to the local grocery store or a summer without an itch. Making allowance for specific discomforts in exchange for certain delight is our specialty. The summer’s first sunburn is seen almost as a right- of- passage for a culture of tanned, toned and tastefully exposed skin. Small talk, regardless of how mind-numbingly mundane, is a small price to pay for keeping one’s social standing and avoiding the feared fall from acceptable social graces. Chiggers are our equalizer with the rest of the world. How else would the south keep her towns so beautifully small? If our summers were without Chiggers, we would be without balance for all the blessings blindly bestowed below the Mason Dixon.\r\n\r\nAkin to parking tickets and bad hair days, it was simply my turn. Enjoying the fruits of my laboring actuality, I soaked up the sun and the sweetness that is slow southern afternoons. Cautiously abiding by all the summer rules, my guard was down and my sleeves were up. Frolicking from flowerbed to flowerbed, fence to friendly fence, paying no mind to the evil that lurks. Confidently I applied sunscreen; fervently I hydrated and with decided dedication I broke in this year’s flip flops. The trifecta of summer preparations seemed complete. Pride cometh before the fall and Chiggers before the itch. Less than 24 hours later, my body had become a battlefield of bumps burdened by an unbearable itch. Concerned and confused, I Googled it. How could I have been so naive? I had been viciously attacked by the bane of my southern existence.\r\n\r\nLogic fell victim as quickly as appropriate clothing immediately followed by an onslaught of home remedies that although had no scientific grounds, seemed awfully attractive when compared to the alternative. Nail polish, vinegar, bleach and an obscene amount of Epsom salt, did nothing but make me a colorful, mobile, disinfected being with a ravenous itch. Wallowing in a calamine haze of self- pity and summer loathing, I did what any proud southerner would do. We are a strong, defiant, capable population that historically refuses to fall prey to even the most formidable of adversary. Facing my reality, I put aside the Benedryl and I did what needed to be done.\r\n\r\nWith eyes focused straight ahead, doubts comfortably set aside and leaving a wake of collapsed clothing behind me, I jumped in the Morgan River. Appropriate is a subjective term. Could have been the healing waters, the liberating dip in the skinny or maybe the less than warm temperatures of the depths of despair, but a few laps and some strategically placed Pluff Mud afforded more relief than any pharmaceutical could employ. Our comfort and our chaos comes from within. We have all that we need to rise above all that we have that bring us down. It is in our blood, in our up- bringing and in our rivers to heal all that hides in our midst. Triumphant yet unattractive was my rise from the waters. My pride and my itch were left in the salty surrender. God Bless the South.\r\n\r\n<em>Cherimie Crane Weatherford, owner of SugarBelle boutique, Celadon Real Estate Broker and observer of all things momentous and mundane lives on Lady’s Island with her golfing husband, dancing toddler and </em><em>lounging dogs.</em>', 'My pride and my itch were left in the salty surrender', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'my-pride-and-my-itch-were-left-in-the-salty-surrender', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:14:56', '2015-06-05 00:14:56', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23151', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23153, 4, '2015-06-04 20:15:52', '2015-06-05 00:15:52', 'By Lee Scott\r\n\r\nRecently I was at the gym when a friend looked at my arm and said very seriously, “Where did you get that bruise?”\r\n\r\nI looked at my arm and saw the large bruise blossoming from my elbow to my wrist and although I recalled how I got it, I was hesitant about telling her because I was a bit embarrassed. Then I realized she would have thought worse, so I had to tell her the story.\r\n\r\n“Well,” I explained, “I was walking my dogs at a Flying J service station and my husband stepped out of our 24 foot RV, shut the door and then said, “Uh, oh.” “Uh oh.” I replied. “What’s wrong?” “The keys are in the van.” He said.\r\n\r\n“Uh oh!” I responded.\r\n\r\nNow we were about 500 miles from our home and we had no spare key on us. Even if we had one it would have probably been in my purse which was also sitting in the van. As we stood there looking at the RV, I noticed that one of the back windows was open a little bit. He was very pleased because it turned out that it was an emergency exit window and it could be lifted up once he got the screen opened and the latches undone.\r\n\r\nHe looked at me and said, “Come here. I will give you a boost.” “Really!” I said but knew that it was me going through that window or we were going to have to pay for a locksmith.\r\n\r\nHe stood there with his hands locked together so I could step on them and he gave me a boost up. After one attempt up I could not reach the window.\r\n\r\nHe then noticed a ladder leaning up on the side of the building near us so he grabbed it and put it under the window. I proceeded to climb the ladder and then climbed through the window. Unfortunately, as I went over, I got my left arm caught on one of the emergency latches and bruised my elbow on the way down to the couch below. Nothing serious, but as I stuck my head out of the window I said, “Nevermore, dear.”\r\n\r\nI keep forgetting that I am not 25 or even 45. The time for climbing in and out of windows is probably past. But a certain side of me was so proud of the fact that not only I could do it but I did do it.\r\n\r\nAs my friend listened to my story she started to laugh and said.\r\n\r\n“Somewhere out in the Internet is a video on You Tube or Facebook of you climbing in through that RV window. I would love to see it.” “Uh oh!” I replied.', 'Uh oh! ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'uh-oh', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:15:52', '2015-06-05 00:15:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23153', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23155, 4, '2015-06-04 20:17:17', '2015-06-05 00:17:17', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>The Rauch Report</em></h2>\r\nBy Bill Rauch\r\n\r\nWith candidates for the Presidency, including Hillary Rodham Clinton the Democratic Party’s dominate presidential primary figure, crisscrossing the state last week, it’s now clear the 2016 South Carolina “Gateway to the South” bellwether presidential primary season has begun.\r\n\r\nConsistent with recent experiences, it appears the GOP race will be closely fought.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23157\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/VOICES-RAUCH-Shannon-and-Carly-1-e1433463540908.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23157\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/VOICES-RAUCH-Shannon-and-Carly-1-e1433463540908-300x206.jpg\" alt=\"Carly Fiorino, left, and Rep. Shannon Erickson at the House Republican Caucus luncheon in Columbia last week. In her remarks Mrs. Fiorino said: “We must have the strongest military on the face of the earth, and everyone must know it.”\" width=\"300\" height=\"206\" /></a> Carly Fiorino, left, and Rep. Shannon Erickson at the House Republican Caucus luncheon in Columbia last week. In her remarks Mrs. Fiorino said: “We must have the strongest military on the face of the earth, and everyone must know it.”[/caption]\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina’s “favorite son” Senior Senator Lindsey Graham declared his candidacy on Monday. According to recent polls the GOP field, which may number as many as 17 by the time the last contestant enters the race and before the first one withdraws, at the outset is led by former Florida Governor Jeb Bush and Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, who are in what amounts to a statistical dead heat here. Statewide polls taken before his announcement show Senator Graham about five points behind them.\r\n\r\nOn the day of Senator Graham’s announcement, national polls showed the senator at just 1% among GOP voters whom pollsters identified as likely to vote, the Real Clear Politics average of recent polls indicates. That’s not as far back as it may sound. In the same national polls Bush, Walker and Florida Governor Marco Rubio were at just 14, 13, and 12 percents respectively. Walker leads Bush by about 10 points in Iowa (19-9) and Graham is virtually unknown there, the most recent polls also show.\r\n\r\nJudging from the candidates’ early comments, it appears the American response to ISIS, the Islamic State fighters, will be a dominant topic in the GOP race. On that issue Graham and businesswoman Carly Fiorino, each coming out of the camp of 2008 GOP standard-bearer John McCain, appear to be the toughest hawks. Bush, as frontrunners do, equivocates in vague terms, hoping not to offend. Kentucky Senator Rand Paul, who is more dovish than most Democrats, recently blamed the GOP’s hawks for the rise of ISIS, comments that were flatly rejected by Governors Walker and Bobby Jindal of Louisiana. They say it is the White House’s ineptness that caused the vacuum into which ISIS moved. Texas Senator Ted Cruz and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee advocate increased air strikes and arming the Kurds. Former Texas Governor Rick Perry, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, and Florida Governor Marco Rubio have made general statements about the necessity of the United States “projecting strength” etc.\r\n\r\nDid I forget anyone?\r\n\r\nNo one has talked about the obvious yet: that the war against Islamic fundamentalism cannot be won and stay won by bullets and bombs alone. To accomplish this Washington will have to lift an old play out of President Ronald Reagan’s playbook and begin to project once again the American way of life as the “shining city upon the hill.” Those who become suicide bombers have lost hope for a better life in this world. The Free World’s best and probably only option, for finally ending this struggle is to show by example, and by careful communication, to those who are so desperate what we know: that democracy and freedom (including religious freedom) and capitalism offer them and their families the best hope for their seeing light where now they see only darkness.\r\n\r\nIn South Carolina most GOP elected officials and power brokers are still uncommitted in the Presidential race at this time. However two, while being careful not to say they are offering their endorsements, have expressed an early preference. They are State Senator Tom Davis and State Representative Shannon Erickson.\r\n\r\nDavis, who was filibustering last week and couldn’t be reached for a comment, is “openly supporting” Kentucky Senator Rand Paul, according to a story that appeared last week in The Post and Courier. Davis and Paul are each often described as coming out of the libertarian wing of the Republican Party. Paul, who recently revived the Senatorial filibuster as a legislative device, was at 9% nationally in Monday’s Real Clear Politics averages poll.\r\n\r\nRep. Erickson said last week in Columbia at a House Republican Caucus luncheon, “I don’t endorse. But I like Carly a lot.” Former Hewlett-Packard CEO, Carly Fiorino who lives now in Fairfax County, Virginia, got into the race about a month ago. Last week she was in Columbia and critical of Hillary Clinton on several issues including Mrs. Clinton’s missing emails, foreign donations to the Clinton Foundation and her handling as Secretary of State of the Benghazi attack.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina’s GOP presidential primary election will be held February 20, and the Democrats’ presidential primary will follow a week later on February 27th, according to the parties.\r\n\r\nThe way the GOP primary schedule is shaping up, South Carolina will follow New Hampshire on February 9th by a comfortable 11 days during time which the various campaigns and their affiliated super PACs will spend millions on local TV time. The opening round, the Iowa Caucuses, are scheduled for eight days prior to that on February 1. These dates and their sequence are roughly consistent with those of recent presidential primary seasons.\r\n\r\nFollowing South Carolina by three days will be the Nevada GOP primary on February 23 to be followed by the still-emerging “SEC Primary” that will include Georgia and Alabama, and perhaps Texas, North Carolina, Tennessee and more on March 1st. The new “SEC Primary” draws its name from the powerful southeastern football conference and is a clear effort by the state parties involved to increase their national influence by teaming up and going early, thus presumably throwing the SEC states’ combined strength – and maybe the all-important race momentum -- to a candidate or candidates whose views are more aligned with those of voters south of the Mason-Dixon Line.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina’s voters -- who do not register by party -- may choose the primary in which they wish to vote. That means if Mrs. Clinton continues to face scant opposition from within her party’s ranks, it is likely there will be spirited crossover voting in the 2016 South Carolina GOP presidential primary.', 'Presidential primary season is upon us', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'presidential-primary-season-is-upon-us', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:19:19', '2015-06-05 00:19:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23155', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23159, 4, '2015-06-04 20:21:11', '2015-06-05 00:21:11', '<b>By Susan Stone</b>\r\n\r\nWe were so fortunate this year to have an extended spring season with temps remaining below 90 and the humidity below 90%...that time has passed…the heat is on!\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23160\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/GARDENING-WHITEFLY-ON-A-GARDENIA.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23160\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/GARDENING-WHITEFLY-ON-A-GARDENIA-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Whitefly on a Gardenia leaf\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" /></a> Whitefly on a Gardenia leaf[/caption]\r\n\r\nHot dry weather brings us spiders, humid weather brings us fungus, rainy weather brings rot and molds. The aphids have arrived and the whitefly is left over from last year! Ahhhhhhh! It feels like enemies at every turn! Don’t despair…go with the rhythm. Water early in the day to avoid problems with fungus in the first place. Wet leaves and warm nights are breeding grounds for fungi to get a foothold. But it’s nothing that a little garlic juice and dish soap can’t handle. Put a few drops of each into a spray bottle with water and you have an inexpensive, very effective tool against sooty mold and other fungi.\r\n\r\nThe aphids are laying eggs right now…and lots of them! If you catch them on your roses and mandevillas early, you can eradicate them quickly with a few drops of dish soap and water. Re-check them every few days to get the new eggs.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23161\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/GARDENING-APHIDS-ON-A-ROSE.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-23161\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/GARDENING-APHIDS-ON-A-ROSE-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Aphids on a rose\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Aphids on a rose[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe trick to controlling pests and disease is to inspect often and treat early and consistently. The time of day you treat is critical. Depending on your sun exposure, spray soaps and oil mixtures and rubbing alcohol when the plants will not get direct sun for several hours. For you it may be early morning, but for others it may be early evening. Just make sure the plants have time to dry before sundown.\r\n\r\nJune is the month you will want to prune your fruit trees, winter/spring flowering shrubs including azaleas; you have until the first of July to prune azaleas before they set their buds for next spring’s show. If you shear them year after year, you will encourage growth only at the top and eventually there will be no foliage in the middle. I recommend hand pruning instead, removing dead wood as you go. You can find proper pruning tips for your specific varieties by going to www.clemson.edu.com.\r\n\r\n<em>Please send your gardening wisdom and questions to susan@outdoorarchitecture.com if you are asking about a particular disease or pest; please include a photo if possible.</em>', 'The heat is ON!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-heat-is-on', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:21:31', '2015-06-05 00:21:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23159', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23164, 4, '2015-06-04 20:52:32', '2015-06-05 00:52:32', 'By Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nOnce again Mother Nature did her part and provided perfect weather for Saturday’s second installment of the 7th Annual Street Music on Paris Avenue Spring Series of outdoor concerts. The Terry Herron Band from Hilton Island slowed things down with light, easy listening jazz. The concerts, sponsored by the Town of Port Royal, are free to the public and coolers (within reason) are allowed.\r\n\r\nThese are fun and easy so put the next two on your calendar. On June 13th, you will be listening to the Conservation Theory bluegrass band from Tamassee, SC.  All concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. Bring your own chairs, blankets, and libations.\r\n\r\nE.G. Knight, another blues and jazz band, will close out the Spring Series on June 27th. The Summer Series, according to J.W. Rone, will kick off sometime in August, though the exact date hasn’t been set yet and will be announced at a later date.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"23165,23166,23167,23168,23169,23170,23171,23172\"]', 'Easy listening on Paris Avenue', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'easy-listening-on-paris-avenue', '', '', '2015-06-04 21:01:15', '2015-06-05 01:01:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23164', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23173, 4, '2015-06-04 20:29:22', '2015-06-05 00:29:22', 'Sixteen adventurers participated in the 2015 “Steppin’ Out” Girls Golf &amp; Croquet Tournament on Dataw Island this past May. The winners of the “best” Derby Hats were Beth Oliver and Ron Schneider.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"2\" ids=\"23176,23177\"]', 'Derby hats on Dataw', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'derby-hats-on-dataw', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:29:22', '2015-06-05 00:29:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23173', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23179, 4, '2015-06-04 20:30:25', '2015-06-05 00:30:25', 'By Dr. Stephen W. Durham\r\n\r\nThe mouth is where your body meets the outside world up close. It’s where we eat, speak and at least partly, where we breathe. So nature gives us elaborate defenses there. Some of those defenses are tough, like the enamel on the surface of the teeth. And some are delicate, like the margins between the teeth and gums. None of those defenses do well without some care and maintenance.\r\n\r\nWhen your dental defenses are down, an unhealthy mouth can set off immune reactions that are associated with big problems like heart and coronary artery disease, even cancer.\r\n\r\nSo when we visit the dentist only for the toothache we shortchange our\r\nwhole health.\r\n\r\n<strong>Prevention and Early Detection </strong>\r\n\r\nBy “having a look around” with any dental treatment, and especially by getting regular checkups, people save time and money in the long run. The best time to solve a problem is before it comes up, and it’s as true in dental health as in anything else. Maybe more so.\r\n\r\nThere’s a two-way street between appearance and health too, so there’s nothing superficial about working toward and maintaining the best looking teeth you can have. Whiter, straighter teeth, healthy gums and ready smile are good investments in your health and outlook.\r\n\r\n<strong>Qualified to See </strong>\r\n\r\nIt’s a good idea then to make sure the dentist you select is qualified in a wide range of procedures and techniques - from composite fillings to caps and crowns and bridges, to laser periodontal treatment, to cosmetic dentistry, to neuromuscular dentistry that relaxes the neck and jaw and eliminates many headaches. Even oral cancer screening can be part of your dental checkup. Advanced, recent and ongoing training are a good sign your dentist won’t overlook something that is good for you. There’s no substitute for comprehensive ability.\r\n\r\n<em>A recipient of the 2012 Mastership Award from the Academy of General Dentistry, Dr. Stephen Durham, DMD, MAGD, is a graduate of Clemson University and the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine. He is a past recipient of the LVI Fellowship Award for Neuromuscular and Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Durham practices at Durham Dental at Town Center in Beaufort. For more information, visit his website at www.DrStephenDurham.com or call 843-379-5400.</em>', 'Dental health and whole health', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dental-health-and-whole-health', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:30:06', '2018-07-12 15:30:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23179', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23181, 4, '2015-06-04 20:32:03', '2015-06-05 00:32:03', 'Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group continues to expand its primary care services, adding a nurse practitioner to the 18-year-old practice. Veronica Smalheiser, formerly a nurse practitioner for the Bridge to Home Transitional Care Program at Beaufort Memorial Hospital, will be working with Lowcountry Medical Group internists Drs. Nicholas Dardes, F. Carl Derrick III and Robert Parrick.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23182\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/HEALTH-VeronicaSmalheiserANP-BC-e1433464293973.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-23182\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/HEALTH-VeronicaSmalheiserANP-BC-e1433464293973-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Veronica Smalheiser\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Veronica Smalheiser[/caption]\r\n\r\nA First Honor Graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina with a Master of Science in Nursing, Smalheiser earned board certification as an Adult Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner in 2013. She is also board certified as a Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner through the American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine.\r\n\r\nSmalheiser began her nursing career in 2007 at University of Florida, where she served as an intensive care nurse and charge nurse in the hospital’s coronary care unit.\r\n\r\nShe joined BMH in 2010 and went on to earn her certification as a critical care registered nurse. Prior to taking a position with Lowcountry Medical Group, Smalheiser worked for five years in Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department. The last four years, she also was working in the hospital’s radiology/catheterization lab.', 'Smalheiser joins BMH Lowcountry Medical Group', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'smalheiser-joins-bmh-lowcountry-medical-group', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:32:03', '2015-06-05 00:32:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23181', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23184, 4, '2015-06-04 20:33:09', '2015-06-05 00:33:09', 'By Barbara Alexander\r\n\r\nToday I was reminded again of the utmost importance of a well balanced self-care ritual.\r\n\r\nIn this instance, I am referencing the part of self-care that is focused on your emotional well-being. Just think about this for a moment… What do you do to find inner stability and balance?\r\n\r\nHere is how the typical day unfolds. You wake up and within seconds your mind begins to race with all the things that need to get done that day. Sound familiar? Have you ever caught yourself reaching for the cell phone to check Facebook, messages or even email before you get out of bed?\r\n\r\nSome of us think we already have a daily self-care routine. We exercise, try to eat right, cut back on sitting for too long... these things are for the body but what about your emotional self care? Is your mind just running amuck during your exercise and better eating habits?\r\n\r\nAn emotional self-care routine helps you to ground and stabilize your personal energy. The most powerful way I have found to do this is through focusing each day for 15 minutes and actively opening the lines of communication between you and the Divine.\r\n\r\nOne of the key things I noted was the limiting belief that we are in this all alone. Many times we try to do EVERYTHING ourselves, we figure it out, organize it and make it happen. But what if there was something far greater that we could be tapping into? We can choose to do it all on our own – or we take steps to align with a Divine support system and ask for help.\r\n\r\nLet’s get back to your emotionally intelligent self care. Imagine that you have a savings account made up of past thoughts of appreciation and joy. These good emotions, over time, fortify your strength of well-being and in times of need, when life gets too hectic or emotionally unbalanced; your well-being account comes into play.\r\n\r\nBut I have one more point that we often forget in our times of imbalance and stress. I always remember to ask for help.\r\n\r\nMost of us know what it feels like to ask the Divine for help in difficult situations but how about including that in your daily routine? What if you asked each morning that in every situation you encounter today, the Divine support you and work through you in all that you do or don’t get done?\r\n\r\nBut here is the caveat: after you have asked, you must trust, have faith, believe... and then let go of any attachment to the specific outcome. After all, between you and the Divine, who has the greater vision???\r\n\r\nAre you willing to do that? Completely? Go ahead, take a deep breath, and embrace and expand your own daily self-care. Take 15 minutes each day, BEFORE you think of all that you have to get done. Take the time to feel genuine appreciation for something - anything will work (sunshine, your pet, air that you breathe…). Try it for 30 days and I promise you that you will feel the difference all the way to your Soul.\r\n\r\n<em>Barbara Alexander, mentor and life coach, is founder and director of The Sacred You Academy of Epona Ridge, a place for advanced human development through equine experiential programs. Programs for The Sacred You are located near Beaufort, SC and in Asheville, NC. www.SacredYouAcademy.com</em>', 'The art of being present', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-art-of-being-present', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:33:09', '2015-06-05 00:33:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23184', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23186, 4, '2015-06-04 20:35:04', '2015-06-05 00:35:04', 'By Dr. Mark S. Siegel\r\n\r\nThe American Academy of Ophthalmology has declared June as Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the leading cause of treatable vision loss in the United States, and it is the leading cause of blindness in the world. There are 24 million Americans over the age of 40 who are affected by cataracts, so it seems fitting that an entire month should be dedicated to education and awareness.\r\n\r\nIn honor of Cataract Awareness Month, here are some common questions and answers about cataracts:\r\n\r\n<strong>What is the treatment for cataracts?</strong> Even though cataracts are so prevalent, they are very successfully treated. Cataracts are a clouding of the human lens inside the eye, which prevents passage of light into the back part of the eye. The solution to cataracts is cataract surgery, which requires a surgeon to remove the deteriorated lens and replace it with an artificial lens called an intraocular lens or IOL. Over 3 million Americans undergo cataract surgery annually, making it one of the most common surgeries in the United States. In fact, the entire surgery lasts only about 20 minutes, and most people can resume normal activities after surgery fairly rapidly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Is cataract removal safe?</strong> Cataract surgery is a twenty-minute miracle! Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most effective surgeries with a success rate well over 95 percent. Your eye surgeon will remove your clouded lens and replace it with an intraocular lens (IOL). Only a micro incision in the cornea is necessary to do this procedure, and it can be completed in about 20 minutes in an outpatient surgery center. We currently use phacoemulsification, an ultrasonic process that breaks up or emulsifies the cloudy lens and then vacuums it out. We currently have a wide variety of vision improving IOL’s that patients may choose to reduce their dependence upon eyeglasses, thereby improving their lifestyle.\r\n\r\n<strong>Do cataracts only affect seniors? </strong>Cataracts can affect anyone! Although most people do not show symptoms of cataracts until at least the age of 40, cataracts can also affect young adults or even children. Heredity, disease, eye injury and smoking may cause cataracts to develop at an earlier age.\r\n\r\n<strong>Can I prevent cataracts? </strong>There is no proven way to prevent age-related cataracts. However, choosing a healthy lifestyle can slow the progression of cataracts. Some ways to delay the progression of cataracts include avoiding smoking, reducing exposure to UV rays, eating healthy foods, and wearing proper eye protection to avoid eye injury.', 'June is Cataract Awareness Month!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'june-is-cataract-awareness-month-2', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:35:04', '2015-06-05 00:35:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23186', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23188, 4, '2015-06-04 20:36:06', '2015-06-05 00:36:06', '[caption id=\"attachment_23189\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-UUAW-Pres-1-of-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23189\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-UUAW-Pres-1-of-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"The Beaufort chapter of AAUW recognizes outgoing president, Dr. Diana F. Steele, at its May meeting.\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> The Beaufort chapter of AAUW recognizes outgoing president, Dr. Diana F. Steele, at its May meeting.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe incoming president of the American Association of University Women, Dr. Rebecca Cooper, presented outgoing president, Dr. Diana F. Steele with a token of appreciation for a job well done as the Beaufort Chapter President for the past four years. Dr. Steele is credited with implementing a variety of programs and strategies to ensure that the mission and goals of the national organization continue: to empower women and girls since 1881 by “advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research.”\r\n\r\nDr. Cooper says that under Dr. Steele’s leadership the Beaufort chapter continued to be diligent and deliberate in addressing the needs and issues that remain crucial to women and girls in the Beaufort communities. Dr. Steele helped the chapter to identify and focus on benefits needed for local women and girls in their quest to achieve success in educational improvement and employment opportunities.', 'AAUW Beaufort changes leadership', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'aauw-beaufort-changes-leadership', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23188', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23191, 4, '2015-06-04 20:38:54', '2015-06-05 00:38:54', 'The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce congratulates the 2015 Civitas Award nominees and winners. During the Civitas Gala event held at the Dataw Island Club, the Chamber presented more than a dozen awards recognizing outstanding businesses, organizations, and individuals who are exemplary in our region. The Chamber also honored the Teachers of the Year in Beaufort County as well as retired and active duty Military. As part of the annual tradition, the Chamber named the 2015 Chamber Ambassador of the Year, Lynn McCartney who is with Marine Federal Credit Union.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Tourism Leadership</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sponsors: The Brandon Agency, Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport,  South Carolina Lowcountry Resort Islands Tourism Commission</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Cuthbert House Inn</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Outstanding Employee</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sponsor: Parker Hannifin Racor Division</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Ben Duncan – CenturyLink</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Outstanding Lowcountry Young Professional</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sponsor: Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Gloria Duryea</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Outstanding Leadership Beaufort Alumni</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sponsor: AmerisBank</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Charlotte Gonzalez</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Outstanding Non-Profit</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sponsor: United Way of the Lowcountry</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Community Stewardship</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">SugarBelle</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Excellence in Free Enterprise</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Bob Woodman Tire &amp; Motorsports</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Regional Economic Impact</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sponsor: CenturyLink</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Lockheed Martin</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Non-commissioned Officer</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sponsor: Mr. &amp; Mrs. James W. Boozer</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Corporal Anthony C. Yan, USMC</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Junior Enlisted Service Member</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sponsor: CPM Federal Credit Union</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Lance Corporal Scott M. Foster, USMC</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Military Citizenship</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">GySgt. Ron Voegeli, USMC (RET)</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Lifetime of Leadership</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">This award is sponsored by surviving past recipients of the Lifetime of Leadership Award. They contribute their time, talents and resource to create a special award each year. Many thanks to these important leaders in our community!</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Dr. Jane Upshaw</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"></p>', '2015 Civitas Award winners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '2015-civitas-award-winners', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23191', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23193, 4, '2015-06-04 20:48:49', '2015-06-05 00:48:49', 'Ben Duncan, CenturyLink Market Development Manager for Atlanta, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee, recently received the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce Civitas Award as outstanding employee of the year. However, when you ask him about his award, he’s quick to praise his co-workers at CenturyLink.\r\n\r\n“I work with a<i> ton </i>of good employees who are even better people. Next time you see a CenturyLink employee talk to them, ask them questions. We always have time to talk and get to know our community.”\r\n\r\nA Beaufort native, Ben is also a 2014 graduate of Leadership Beaufort. Previously serving as Retail Sales Manager for CenturyLink, Ben says he was looking for a position within the company where he could make the biggest impact. In his current position, he’s responsible for consumer and multi-dwelling unit sales, community events and media relations.\r\n\r\n“Right now this role is exactly what I was looking for,” he says. “I’ve been interested in sales since I was a kid selling sea shells I found at the beach at my little storefront I set up by the road in my neighborhood.”\r\n\r\nIn addition to coordinating CenturyLink’s annual food drive called Backpack Buddies Food Drive which runs between June 1-12th and has raised more than 28 million pounds of food for the needy across the country, Ben has also served as both a Chamber board member and an Alzheimer’s Family Services of Beaufort board member for the last three years.\r\n\r\nBen and his wife Heather are parents to five-year old Dylan and eight-month old Morgan. When he’s not busy with his young family or work, Ben bowls in a weekly league, something he’s done since he was a kid.\r\n\r\nEver the team player, Ben’s believes, “If we all work together, we can achieve great things.” For him, that includes continuing to grow professionally and personally, “by surrounding myself with great people!”', 'Meet Ben Duncan: a people person', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'meet-ben-duncan-a-people-person', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:59:57', '2015-06-05 00:59:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23193', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23194, 4, '2015-06-04 20:41:15', '2015-06-05 00:41:15', 'Furniture Warehouse Design Gallery was honored as “Retailer of the Year” at the 20th Annual Furniture Industry Awards Gala on April 20, 2015. Retailer of the Year is the highest honor given by sales representatives within the retail home furnishings community. It recognizes retailers who have distinguished themselves through industry leadership, business achievement and service to their communities. FWDG is a member of Furniture First, the group recipient of the award. This year is the first in which multiple retailers united as a buying group were honored.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23196\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"168\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-retailer-of-the-year-LARRY-MARK-AND-WIFE.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23196\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-retailer-of-the-year-LARRY-MARK-AND-WIFE-168x300.jpg\" alt=\"Larry Mark and wife honored at the event.\" width=\"168\" height=\"300\" /></a> Larry Mark and wife honored at the event.[/caption]\r\n\r\nFurniture First is a cooperative of 217 family-owned furniture retailers, operating more than 456 stores. These stores work together as a group to bring outstanding values and exclusive products to their communities in 47 states. Because these independent furniture stores work together they can negotiate deals to rival larger corporate retail chain stores. The group’s buying power boosts the furniture values these community and customer-centric retailers offer.\r\n\r\nFurniture First member retailers have a lot in common. The typical member store has been in business for more than 40 years and is run by a second or third generation. Furniture First retailers have a strong connection to the communities they serve, and pride themselves on being good corporate citizens.\r\n\r\nThe qualifications for membership in the national buying group result in a high-quality cooperative. Furniture First only accepts stores that are full-line independents that have been in business for more than five years. Stores are required to have good credit and meet minimum volume requirements. Most members, whether they have a single storefront or a chain of locations, serve the solid middle market of consumers. Members are not in direct competition with each other, adding to the overall willingness to share and collaborate.\r\n\r\nA gala dinner was held April 20 during the High Point Furniture Market to honor the award winners. The award was presented by the International Home Furnishings Representatives Association (IHFRA), an organization of over 2,000 independent manufacturer’s representatives and retailers who work together to support the industry’s educational, financial, regulatory and charitable interests. Furniture First members FWDG were also in attendance at the celebration.', 'FWDG awarded Retailer of the Year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'fwdg-awarded-retailer-of-the-year', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23194', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23198, 4, '2015-06-04 20:44:30', '2015-06-05 00:44:30', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Behind The Scenes with <em>The Beaufort Fund</em></b></h2>\r\n<em>The Beaufort Fund</em> of the Coastal Community Foundation has awarded nearly $7 million to nonprofits in Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper Counties since its founding in 1998. Fred Washington, Chair of the fund’s Advisory Committee, has worked with the fund since its inception. He sat down with us to give us some behind-the-scenes insight on The Beaufort Fund as it enters its eighteenth year of supporting our local nonprofit community.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23199\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"200\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/PHILANTHROPY-Fred-Washington-Headshot.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23199\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/PHILANTHROPY-Fred-Washington-Headshot-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Fred Washington\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a> Fred Washington[/caption]\r\n\r\n<em>What is your favorite part of serving on the committee?</em>\r\n\r\nThe diversity of the group does not diminish the commonness of purpose. We’ve been very fortunate to have people on the committee who get along, but bring different perspectives to the table. They are willing to listen, work and adjust their views to work towards a common good. Additionally, I think it’s great that the committee really values the work of the smaller nonprofits that do important work in the community.\r\n\r\n<em>How has the local nonprofit sector evolved during your time as a committee member?</em>\r\n\r\nBefore, people operated independently in separate tiers. People realize now that there is a need for collaboration and coordination. In the Beaufort community, there’s a big emphasis on coordinating services with groups like the Human Services Alliance. Personally, I think the Beaufort nonprofit sector today is a model for other counties.\r\n\r\n<em>Can you name a common misconception about The Beaufort Fund?</em>\r\n\r\nBecause of the name, many folks believed that the fund only served Beaufort County - in fact, it also funds Colleton, Hampton and Jasper Counties. Years of good communication among nonprofits have mostly dispelled this notion.\r\n\r\n<em>How does The Beaufort Fund support local organizations in a unique way beyond funding?</em>\r\n\r\nEven if we can’t provide funding to a specific nonprofit, the committee tries to give recommendations for improvement. Coastal Community Foundation’s staff helps a lot here - they do a great job distilling the committee’s comments to help improve the operations of these nonprofits.\r\n\r\nFirst-round applications for <em>The Beaufort Fund, </em>due electronically by Friday, August 14th, are available online at http://coastalcommunityfoundation.org/grants/list-of-grants/. Questions about <em>The Beaufort Fund</em> may be directed to Program Officer Ali Titus by calling (843) 723-3635 X101 or emailing ali@coastalcommunityfoundation.org.\r\n\r\n<em>Each week, Coastal Community Foundation highlights organizations, donors and other charitable news in The Philanthropy Corner. If you’re interested in learning more about philanthropy in the Lowcountry, reach out to their regional Stewardship Officer, Gloria Duryea, at Gloria@CoastalCommunityFoundation.org or (843) 379-3400. </em>', 'The Philanthropy Corner for June 4th-10th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-philanthropy-corner-for-june-4th-10th', '', '', '2015-06-04 20:45:09', '2015-06-05 00:45:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23198', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(23202, 4, '2015-06-04 20:45:44', '2015-06-05 00:45:44', 'The Board of Directors of The Literacy Center (TLC) announced it has selected Pamela J. Wall as the organization’s new executive director.\r\n\r\nWall comes to TLC from North Carolina, where she served as executive director of Kidzu Children’s Museum in Chapel Hill. In new her role at TLC, Wall is eager to lead Beaufort County’s only nonprofit adult literacy organization in the next chapter of its growth.\r\n\r\n“Literacy is something that many of us take for granted, but for others in our community it is a gift that can transform lives dramatically,” said Wall. “I welcome the opportunity to bring greater visibility to adult literacy issues in Beaufort County, increasing not only the number of learners we serve, but working closely with community partners and supporters.”\r\n\r\nTLC Board Chair, Bob Taylor, shared that the combination of Wall’s extensive leadership experience, ability to forge community and business partnerships and enthusiasm for literacy and helping people made the nonprofit’s executive director search committee extremely comfortable in extending her an offer to become The Literacy Center’s next leader.\r\n\r\n“Pam’s past accomplishments speak to her unique insight and understanding of the importance literacy plays in vibrant and sustainable communities,” said Taylor. “Our search committee recognized her passion for literacy and the correlation of adult literacy and strong families. We look forward to working with Pam to make our community a better place by improving the literacy skills, and lives, of those we serve throughout Beaufort County.”\r\n\r\nWall brings extensive management experience as well as a proven history of pioneering new ideas and programs to her position at TLC. While executive director at Kidzu Children’s Museum, she successfully raised over $1,000,000 to open a new museum in Chapel Hill’s University Mall. Wall has also served as vice president of Product Development for the Research Triangle Regional Partnership in the Research Triangle Park and executive director of Vision for Asheville-Buncombe County. She was named “Tarheel of the Week” by the News &amp; Observer for her leadership in a land use planning project in partnership with the Urban Land Institute. She holds a master’s degree in Urban Affairs from the School of Public Service at St. Louis University in St. Louis, Mo. as well as a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Psychology from Central Methodist University in Fayette, Mo.', 'Wall joins the Literacy Center as Executive Director', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'wall-joins-the-literacy-center-as-executive-director', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23202', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23204, 4, '2015-06-04 20:48:14', '2015-06-05 00:48:14', 'Fighting for American home and property owners, more than 8,500 Realtors® recently stormed Washington, DC, to urge action on various real estate issues during the 2015 REALTOR® Legislative Meetings &amp; Trade Expo. Scott Bingham, Phillip Nagley and Janet Gresham of the Beaufort County Association of Realtors® joined fellow Realtors® from every corner of the country to attend the meetings and visit lawmakers on Capitol Hill.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23205\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-REALTOR.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23205\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-REALTOR-300x168.jpg\" alt=\"After meeting with SC Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" /></a> After meeting with SC Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe main focus was on several major issues pertaining to both residential and commercial real estate during the legislative meetings. Of top importance was opening access to safe and affordable credit for qualified buyers and protecting real estate-related tax policies, both of which are vital to the growth of homeownership and therefore the national economy.\r\n\r\n“It is crucial that our lawmakers understand the serious issues that face the real estate industry. Realtors® lead the way in advocating for home and property owners in their communities, and we showed we can do the same here in our nation’s capital with our elected officials,” said Bingham. “Investing in policies good for homeowners and property owners not only strengthens our communities and helps families build stable futures but also drives a strong economy.”\r\n\r\nWhile in Washington, Beaufort Realtors® met with Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott as well as Congressman Mark Sanford on Capitol Hill to influence public policy decisions that will directly affect consumers’ ability to buy, sell and own real estate. Specifically, Bingham urged them to preserve current real estate-related tax policies and extend the recently expired Mortgage Forgiveness Tax Relief Act, which stops distressed homeowners from receiving excessive income tax bills on forgiven home loan debt.\r\n\r\nOther pressing matters included patent reform, the creation of nationwide data security standards, and the passage of the Mortgage Choice Act to end discrimination against affiliated lenders. “Congress is set to take up legislation on several issues in which consumers and Realtors® have a real stake, so it is very important our elected officials know the impact they have on our communities and nation as a whole,” said Nagley. “Through the strength of the Realtor® Party, we have made known where we stand on key issues that affect home buyers, sellers and investors right here in Beaufort and Jasper Counties.”\r\n\r\nDuring the week-long conference, Realtors® participated in sessions with a variety of industry experts and government officials who discussed many of the critical housing, mortgage finance and real estate investment issues facing real estate today. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julián Castro provided a housing industry outlook to meeting attendees and referenced credit availability as the biggest hurdle to homeownership. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director, Richard Cordray, discussed changes to loan closing procedures and documents, stating that the new mortgage rules are in place to educate and empower buyers to “know before they owe.”\r\n\r\nIn addition, Realtors® heard from political strategists Donna Brazile and Ed Gillespie, who shared their perceptions on how social media and the 24-hour news cycle impact congressional priorities and play a role in the political gridlock in Washington. Move, Inc. CEO, Ryan O’Hara, spoke about the year ahead for realtor.com® and unveiled a visual rebranding of NAR’s official listing site that included a new advertising campaign. Attendees also heard from senior staff from the Federal Aviation Administration Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration Office about drone technology and from NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, who shared residential and commercial real estate market and economic outlooks.', 'Beaufort Realtors® take key housing issues to Washington', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-realtors-take-key-housing-issues-to-washington', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23204', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23211, 4, '2015-06-04 21:03:06', '2015-06-05 01:03:06', 'The Penn Center Board of Trustees recently announced the hiring of Dr. Rodell Lawrence as the eighth Executive Director for the 153 year old Penn Center.\r\n\r\nDr. Lawrence was born in Apopka, Florida and has Gullah roots in the Lowcountry; his parents are Jasper County, SC natives. He attended South Carolina State University in Orangeburg, SC, and majored in Electrical Engineering and minored in Mathematics. Lawrence left school in 1966, was drafted in the United States Army in 1967 and served in Vietnam. He returned to South Carolina State University in 1969, graduated in 1970. Lawrence received an Honorary Doctorate of Law from SC State University in 1992.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23212\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"165\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-CAN-YOU-LIGHTEN-HIM-UP-SOME-Dr.-Rodelll-Lawrence-Official-Image.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23212\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-CAN-YOU-LIGHTEN-HIM-UP-SOME-Dr.-Rodelll-Lawrence-Official-Image-165x300.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Rodell Lawrence at the Penn Center.\" width=\"165\" height=\"300\" /></a> Dr. Rodell Lawrence at the Penn Center.[/caption]\r\n\r\nLawrence’s first job was at North American Rockwell in Columbus, Ohio as a research engineer where he was credited with a United States patent for his work in the development of a cold gas actuation system for tactical missiles. He then took a job at Xerox Corporation as a test engineer. He spent 22 years at Xerox where he received 16 promotions. In 1990 he was recognized as one of the twenty best minds in the company and became part of its Think Tank for three years. This group was responsible for re-engineering the company and saved $1.2 billion in cost improvements. Lawrence also sat on the Xerox philanthropic board that gave $25-$30 million dollars a year to community agencies as well as to colleges and universities. He was responsible for making sure Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) got their fair share. As a result $5-$6 million dollars was given each year to HBCUs such as SC State University, Florida A &amp; M University, Atlanta University Center, Southern University, North Carolina A&amp;T University, Tuskegee, Howard University and many others. As a development officer, he raised money for Claflin College’s $20 million Capital Campaign, Stillman College, Meharry Medical College, Georgia Southern University and South Carolina State University.\r\n\r\nDr. Lawrence has received numerous awards and recognitions for his service and has a special love for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.\r\n\r\nHe is married to Cedar (Evans) Lawrence and they have five adult children; Christopher, Debora, Ashlyn, Biram and Raegena.\r\n\r\nDr. Lawrence’s vision for Penn Center is clear, steadfast and promising. He plans to shape Penn Center’s future by setting a framework for its sustainability, preserving the unique history, culture and environment of the Sea Islands and by sharing Penn Center’s resources locally, nationally, and internationally.', 'The Penn Center announces new Executive Director', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-penn-center-announces-new-executive-director', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23211', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23215, 4, '2015-06-04 21:19:25', '2015-06-05 01:19:25', 'By Stephen Moscowitz\r\n\r\nMy dad was an artist…he made fur coats during the day and painted with pastels every night. I think I recall at the age of two Dad gave me some of his broken chalks and a piece of paper.\r\n\r\nMy mom encouraged me by giving me the “shirt cardboards” that came with the laundry, to paint on.\r\n\r\nAs early as I can remember, I considered my self to be an artist.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/ARTS-sauce.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23218\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/ARTS-sauce-232x300.jpg\" alt=\"ARTS - sauce\" width=\"232\" height=\"300\" /></a>In third grade, my teacher had me go around the room during “art lessons” to help the other kids do better. Some of the “other kids” did not like me very much. In school, I got into trouble when I was drawing instead of learning.\r\n\r\nSkipping ahead to high school where I really made art a priority. Everyone else had one art class a week, but I had two each day. My parents convinced the principal that I would be better off having art classes instead of algebra, science and French.\r\n\r\nOne of my classes was aimed at “fine art” the other was “commercial art.” My commercial art teacher must have recognized my emerging talent… he exposed me to just about every medium and technique he knew about. With his help, I won Scholastic Art awards year after year. As a senior, I won a scholarship to the Rochester Institute of Technology School of Art &amp; Design.\r\n\r\nI sort of floundered in college. Again, the work I was doing seemed more important than learning to do it better. My fine art teacher said I should not mix brushwork and palette knife work on the same canvas. I dropped his course. I am not sure if I was stubborn or independent. I switched to commercial art and design. I graduated from RIT and immediately went to work doing ads for a retail furniture company. I really enjoyed the mixing of art and words. As well as the salary I took home. I now had a wife and small son to support.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/ARTS-Misty-Web-2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23217\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/ARTS-Misty-Web-2-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"ARTS - Misty Web 2\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" /></a>I stayed in the commercial art field for a number of years. I moved my family to New York. Here was the Mecca of advertising. I took to it like a duck takes to water. I became an Art Director. My drawing skills were very useful in showing clients how nice their ads would look. During this time, I took part time courses at several art schools. During these lessons, I became aware of the many illustrators that had dominated the art world with their work. Having used some illustrators in my advertising, I knew several of the agents that represented illustrators. Through them, I found a position doing drawings for a company. In this job, I met a photo-retoucher who taught me how to use an airbrush.\r\n\r\nNow I am an illustrator. I am painting with an airbrush. I am doing art for large agencies and publishers. Two “agents” around the country and the world are representing me.\r\n\r\nI had arrived…making money at work I loved.\r\n\r\nThen the bottom dropped out. Computers were creating art. The demand for illustrators was being shared with “techies” people who could not draw anything with their hands.\r\n\r\nBoth my agents could only find mostly poor paying work for me.\r\n\r\nJust then, one of my sons bought a motorcycle. “Paint it for me Dad.” I heard that month after month. I was not familiar with painting on metal or curved surfaces. I declined. After a year, I said I would give it a try. I painted his gas tanks. He put the bike on the road and my phone started to ring.\r\n\r\nA new career. I have painted over two hundred motorcycles. Many of them were shown at bike shows. Many of those I painted won awards. I was a bike painter for a number of years. My clients wanted me to paint what they wanted on their bikes. I painted wolves, lions, dragons, eagles and skulls. I did testimonial bikes featuring famous and infamous characters. Guess what, I found out that I could paint. So I started doing that on my own. On canvas. On paper. Pretty soon folks were asking me to do art for them. Fine art. Little by little, regular hair brushes replaced my airbrushes.\r\n\r\nAnother new career. Twelve or so years ago, I moved here to The Lowcountry. I have fallen in love with the scenery and wildlife that make this area home for me. I have been painting here since then. I first joined the Society of Bluffton Artists. I still belong to that group and exhibit there monthly. For the last 10 years, I have been painting weekend evenings at The Studio Restaurant on Hilton Head where many of my paintings are on display.\r\n\r\nLast year, I was thrilled to be asked to join the Thibault gallery--gallery of incredible artists who have encouraged me to expand my scope. I am painting wildlife, real life and most recently, still life. Those famous illustrators, Maxfield Parrish, NC Wyeth and Norman Rockwell opened the door to a world of incredible images and beauty for me.\r\n\r\nMy background as an illustrator shows in my works today. My work tells a story…come see.', 'In my own words', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'in-my-own-words', '', '', '2015-06-04 21:19:25', '2015-06-05 01:19:25', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23215', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23220, 4, '2015-06-04 21:40:34', '2015-06-05 01:40:34', 'By Molly Ingram\r\n\r\nPhotos by SK &amp; Associates\r\n\r\nMother Nature, as she is wont to do, threw the 30 or so volunteers at this year’s 3rd Birthday for the Birds event, a serious little rain storm that started about 8 a.m. when we all arrived to set up, and stopped about 8:58 a.m. giving us all a whopping 2 minutes to get ready for the crowds that were slowly materializing out of the puddles. We are talking a serious downpour where you could hear people mutter over the deluge comments like, “Maybe we should wait to plug in the popcorn machine so we don’t accidentally electrocute someone…” Good idea.\r\n\r\nBut the sun came out and from then on, it was a lovely day for the 300 or so nature lovers to stroll around the rare Bald Cypress Wetlands with its ½ mile of walking trail. Here you could see many shore birds including Snowy Egrets with their yellow feet, Large White Egrets with their yellow bills, Great Blue Herons, Tri-Colored Herons, Cattle Egrets, White Ibis, and who knows what other ducks, cormorants, or visiting birds you just might come across. And should you have questions, there were Master Naturalists stationed around the walk to answer questions or to point out things you might have missed.\r\n\r\nThis wonderful idea of celebrating baby birds is the brain child of the Fripp Audubon Club in conjunction with the Town of Port Royal. Bill Richards, President of the Fripp Audubon Club said, “Watching our community come together to celebrate the birds and the nature at the Port Royal Wetlands was just wonderful. These Cypress Wetlands are a treasure and one of Beaufort County’s most unique natural resources.”\r\n\r\nThe Port Royal Elementary students produced delightful artwork that was displayed throughout the trail. And the children who came each received a scavenger hunt card that encouraged them to identify different types of birds, trees, lizards and even alligators should one be sunning himself as they walked the trail. Then as you sat and dried out at the head of the trail, you could enjoy music by Billy Drysdale.\r\n\r\nBridget Lussier, a professional biologist, reported that the water quality was terrific in the wetlands and that there had been no further drop-off in numbers of birds that found a home in the Cyprus Wetlands. All good news.\r\n\r\nNow that the formal part of the ceremony was over, the children (and most of us adults) sang Happy Birthday to the new fledglings with the accompaniment of a Kazoo. If you have never heard a Kazoo rendition of Happy Birthday, don’t knock it. It is wonderful. Who knows what the birds thought of it, but there didn’t seem to be a mad dash for the exit by the Snowy Egrets.\r\n\r\nAnd of course, what is a birthday party without a cake? Besides the popcorn, and hot dogs, everyone enjoyed some really delicious cake which made the celebration complete.\r\n\r\nFrom listening to comments as families wandered off to their next scheduled event, I think that next year will bring many more families to celebrate this wonderful resource right in the heart of Port Royal. Many thanks to the sponsors of this great event: Applied Technology &amp; Management, Beaufort County, Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, Drysdale Entertainment, Coastal Kingdom, Eat Sleep Play Beaufort, Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail, Fripp Audubon Club, Fripp Island Golf &amp; Beach Resort, Hilton Head Island Audubon Society, Historic Port Royal Foundation, The Island News, Lowcountry Bicycles, Lowcountry Master Naturalists, Murr Printing, Old Village Association, Port Royal Sound Foundation, Sun City Hilton Head Bird Club, Town of Port Royal, YMCA.\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"23222,23223,23224,23226,23229,23230,23231,23233,23234,23235,23236,23238,23240,23241,23242,23243,23244,23245,23246,23248,23249\"]', 'Port Royal is for the birds', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'port-royal-is-for-the-birds', '', '', '2015-06-13 10:33:04', '2015-06-13 14:33:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23220', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23253, 4, '2015-06-11 21:47:57', '2015-06-12 01:47:57', 'By Celia Strong\r\n\r\nSounds good, doesn’t it? And it is. Promise. Just hold on while we take care of our business and you’ll see what I mean. And, you’ll be drinking some too. Or let’s hope you are. Just so you know, lots of surprises this week. A new grape variety, and coming from an unexpected wine area. In the end, though, after all our “work,” we’ll all be happy. As usual.\r\n\r\nI guess, if we start with our new grape, it will be easier. It is Müller-Thurgau. (mule-er tur-gow) And, yes, it does sound like a German grape. In fact, it was created in 1882, by Hermann Müller who lived in the canton (German county, sort of) of Thurgau. Müller made this new variety by crossing Riesling and Madeleine Royale, another white grape that ripens as early as July 22 so it was named for Sainte Madeleine whose feast day is July 22. Müller, who worked at the Geisenheim Grape Breeding Institute, was trying to produce a new variety that would have the complexities of Riesling and still be able to ripen early. In Germany, cool and cold weather often starts before the grapes are all ripe. This can cause loss of crops to some extent, shortages in wine production and low income from a vintage. Trying to get around that, with an earlier ripening variety, made sense. Over all the years since it was created, the popularity of Müller-Thurgau has risen and fallen and risen a bit, again. Today, there are almost thirty-five thousand acres of planted Müller-Thurgau vines. That’s about fourteen percent of their total, making it the number two most planted variety. In 2007, the Geisenheim Institute celebrated the grape’s 125th year. Müller-Thurgau can be grown in a wide range of soils and climates. This made it possible to plant grapes where it had only been profitable to plant sugar beets before. In addition to maturing early, these vines produce large yields. Their wines tend to be lower in acidity, but still fruity. And, mostly, meant to be drunk young. Wines made from Müller-Thurgau are sometimes also labeled Rivaner and Riesling-Sylvaner. (Before DNA testing, it was thought Sylvaner was the second parent of Müller-Thurgau, not Madeleine Royale.)\r\n\r\nHere’s one more interesting tidbit about Müller-Thurgau. In the winter of 1979, temperatures in Germany dropped to twenty degrees Fahrenheit on January 1st. Granted there were no grapes on the vines, but huge numbers of vines died from being frozen. Most of their Riesling survived, because it had thicker and hardier stems. This led to fewer plantings of Müller-Thurgau, as the growers planted more and different varieties to avoid future losses. Besides Germany, there are plantings of Müller-Thurgau in Austria, Hungary, Switzerland, and the United States and, for us this week, Italy.\r\n\r\nHaving told you all about Müller-Thurgau and Germany, here’s a kicker. Our wine this week comes from Italy. Yikes! But, northeastern Italy has a particular history. There are distinct German and Austrian influences in this area. Located in the Southern Alps and Dolomites, the South Tyrol (as the area is known) includes Trentino and Alto Adige. For a long time, this whole area was under the rule of Austria-Hungary and the Holy Roman Empires. This area was not annexed into Italy until the end of the First World War\r\n\r\nWinemaking in the South Tyrol existed before the Romans. Archeological findings, from as early as 400BC, show that winemaking was already three thousand years old. Today, much of the winemaking in the area is done at co-ops, about seventy percent. Only about five percent of their total production now is estate wines - made from grapes grown and wines made on the property. Most of their wines are labeled for the grape variety used to make them - like with German wines. Many of the bottles they use are the tall, thin German-style bottles. And, surprise, many of the producer and winery names on the bottles are German. Or German sounding. The soils and climates here are varied, but, overall, the area gets three hundred days of sunshine each year. Way more than Germany. And warmer days, too. The average temperature during the growing season is about sixty-five degrees Fahrenheit. Nice. The lowest vineyards are at about seven hundred fifty above sea level and the highest are thirty-two hundred and fifty feet. Some of the world’s best Pinot Grigios come from this area. Also Pinot Bianco and Pinot Nero. Then, there are Chardonnays and Sauvignon Blancs. And, from their connection with Germany, Rieslings, Sylvaners, Veltliners, Gewurztraminers and Müller-Thurgau. Which gets us closer to you know what.\r\n\r\nOur wine is the Schreckbichl Colterenzio Müller-Thurgau. A tough name, for sure. Partly Germanic, partly Italian. Schreckbichl is a hamlet, located south of the city of Bolzano, in the Alto Adige, where there is a rich and long history of grape growing. In 1960, a group of twenty-eight growers and estates decided to pool their resources and form a co-op. By sharing grapes from almost eight hundred acres of choice vineyards, they are able to share production and marketing costs and control qauality to make better wines. They are considered to be one of the two or three best producers in the whole South Tyrol area. For our Müller-Thurgau, the grapes come from cool, higher elevation vineyards, in clayey soils with eroded limestone and dolomite. After harvest, the grapes are gently pressed and left to decant naturally. Fermentation is done in stainless steel tanks and the wines are left in the tanks, to sit on their lies, for several months before bottling. This wine has delicate aromas (look for elderflower, muscat and peaches) and citrus flavors along with them. There are greenish nuances in the wine, fresh acidity and floral notes. It definitely shows its connection with Rieslings. For food, our Müller-Thurgau goes well with salads, mildly spicy Thai and other Asian dishes, and deep fried seafood of all kinds. Pretty much what we live on all summer here?\r\n\r\nBut, wait a minute. What does “Best of Show” mean? Well, I was introduced to this wine at the Habersham “Bottles and Barrels” event this year. Where it was judged to be the “Best of Show” white wine! And that means it is my job is to get it to you! And, also, to give you a name for it that we can all pronounce. So, just ask for the “Best of Show” wine. That’s as easy as we can make it. For $12.99. That’s as good as Müller-Thurgau gets. Enjoy.', 'Best of Show', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'best-of-show', '', '', '2015-06-11 21:47:57', '2015-06-12 01:47:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23253', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23255, 4, '2015-06-11 21:49:59', '2015-06-12 01:49:59', '<em>The Island News encourages all our readers to share their thoughts, reactions, and concerns with us about what we publish or the larger world around us and we will share the appropriate ones with you.        </em>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 330px;\"><em> - Molly Ingram, Editor</em></p>\r\n<strong>Dear Editor,</strong>\r\n\r\nMany years ago, when I ran for the South Carolina House of Representatives, I asked an older lady for her vote. “I never vote,” she replied, “It just encourages them!” I think now, perhaps she was right.\r\n\r\nTake, for example, South Carolina’s senior senator, Lindsay Graham, who received only fifty-six percent of his party’s vote in the last election, and who now takes that as a mandate to run for president. Graham never misses an opportunity to zealously advocate a foreign policy that stresses what can only be labeled “nation building,” that is, he wants the United States to go around the world and impose American-style “democracy” on countries, many of which still live contentedly in the 12th century and which have never had any experience with democracy. And if it takes American intervention and the deaths of American boys to do it, no matter.\r\n\r\nI just finished reading a book entitled <em>Descent into Chaos: The United States and the Failure of Nation Building</em>, which recounts the colossal failure of this theory of foreign policy under both Democrats and Republicans. After Bosnia, Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya, Somalia, Yemen, and Egypt, we should have learned that lesson, but apparently too many politicians have not.\r\n\r\nA good example of the wrongheaded bipartisan incompetence that occurs in Washington is the US government’s support of the Free Syrian Army. These “champions of democracy” are enthusiastically embraced by the likes of Hillary Clinton, Lindsay Graham, and most of the current Republicans running for president. An exception is Senator Rand Paul, whose father, Ron Paul, was treated like an escapee from a mental asylum when he suggested that our Iraqi war policy was seriously flawed.\r\n\r\nEarlier this year I was in Beirut, Lebanon, when I picked up a local newspaper and saw a front-page photograph of “Rebel Jihadists,” including the US-backed “Free Syrian Army” and Al-Nusra, the notoriously brutal Al-Qaeda affiliate, embracing in celebration of the capture of a town in Northern Syria. The US has been on <em>their side</em>, supplying them with training and weapons.\r\n\r\nThe last time I checked, the government of Syria was not involved in any terrorist attacks on the United States. It was Al-Qaeda, not the government of Bashar-Al-Assad, that destroyed the World Trade Center in New York on September 11th, 2001. In point of fact, currently the Syrian government kills more jihadists in a month than US air strike forces do in a year.\r\n\r\nWith politicians like ours, the vicious war in Syria will only worsen. If the US is successful in overthrowing the Syrian government, thousands of Christians will die at the hands of US-backed terrorists. So much for the Bush, Clinton, Graham, and Rubio brand of American “nation building.”\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 330px;\">Sincerely,\r\nRichard T. Hines</p>', 'Letter to the Editor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'letter-to-the-editor-15', '', '', '2015-06-11 21:51:39', '2015-06-12 01:51:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23255', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23260, 4, '2015-06-11 21:52:51', '2015-06-12 01:52:51', 'By Lee Scott\r\n\r\nIt is fun as you grow older to recall things that happened in the past. Those amusement parks you went to with a sibling or a friend or the vacation you took with your family. All those childhood experiences that happened or at least your memory’s version of what happened.\r\n\r\nSitting around with my siblings recently and reminiscing, I found it was amazing to discover their version of the same event. “No, they say, Jean was not there. That was Martha.” I laugh when this happens because my father used to ask us as we grew older, “What was your recollection of an event?” He understood that because we were at different ages and stages of our lives that our perspectives of past events might be different. He loved to hear the eight different memories.\r\n\r\nMy oldest sister was six months shy of graduating from high school and off to college when our youngest brother was born. Their memories of the family are so different and their perspective of family gatherings were totally opposite since she was already an adult while he was still in the sandbox.\r\n\r\nRecently, I wrote a piece about the houseboat, The Biofore, that was brought to land and used as a summer rental by our family and sent it out to family members. My siblings and cousins all had their own memories of the place, some correct and some not, but it did not matter. They were all good memories.\r\n\r\nNow I find that it is interesting that when pulling from memories of being four years old, I find that the specifics of the events do not really matter. It is the sentiment. My grandfather used to take me, my brother (one year older) and my little sister (two years younger) to a little candy shop when we would visit. He would buy us candy cigarettes, candy necklaces and some other equally heavily laden sugar products. He would act surprised that I was smoking and suggest that maybe I should kick the habit. He would tell my sister how beautiful she looked in her candy necklace and shake his head at my brother as he sucked down the flavored juice out of a wax figure and then chewed the wax. Whether that memory is exactly as I have presented, does not matter. At some point, I went to the candy store with Grandpa. At some point I was with Sandy and Allison in a candy store and at some point, I thought I was really cool smoking those candy cigarettes. It is my memory.', 'Remember when', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'remember-when', '', '', '2015-06-11 21:52:51', '2015-06-12 01:52:51', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23260', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23262, 4, '2015-06-11 21:54:11', '2015-06-12 01:54:11', '[caption id=\"attachment_23264\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/SCHOOLS-BA-TEA.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23264\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/SCHOOLS-BA-TEA-300x230.jpg\" alt=\"Pictured left to right, front row: Andrea Harry, Natalie Simkins, Julianna Dunphy, Emma Everidge, Taylor Vincent, Somers Cherry. Back row: Katie Gay, Tucker Langehans, Bryanna, Ferry, Bridget Baggerly, Casey Kahn, McKenzie Blake. (Not pictured: Molly Harrop.)\" width=\"300\" height=\"230\" /></a> Pictured left to right, front row: Andrea Harry, Natalie Simkins, Julianna Dunphy, Emma Everidge, Taylor Vincent, Somers Cherry. Back row: Katie Gay, Tucker Langehans, Bryanna, Ferry, Bridget Baggerly, Casey Kahn, McKenzie Blake. (Not pictured: Molly Harrop.)[/caption]\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy’s 47th Annual Senior Tea was held at the home of the Verity family. The tradition was initiated in 1969 when the BA Board of Directors’ wives hosted a tea for the women of the first graduating class. The special tea was their way of honoring these young women by sharing with them the southern tradition of gracious entertaining. In 1973, the Junior Class in conjunction with the Parents’ Association took over the event and continues to carry on the tradition to the present day. Congratulations to the young ladies in the Class of 2015, and kudos to the Class of 2016 and the Parents’ Association on a wonderful event.', 'Annual Senior Tea — A Beaufort Academy tradition', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'annual-senior-tea-a-beaufort-academy-tradition', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:02', '2018-07-12 14:59:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23262', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23266, 4, '2015-06-11 21:56:05', '2015-06-12 01:56:05', 'Dr. Benjamin Rollins, an experienced teacher, school administrator and college professor, is Bridges Preparatory School’s new Head of School and will work to continue the innovative charter school’s academic and enrollment growth.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23267\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/SCHOOLS-Dr.-Benjamin-Rollins-headshot_cmyk.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-23267\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/SCHOOLS-Dr.-Benjamin-Rollins-headshot_cmyk-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Benjamin Rollins\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Dr. Benjamin Rollins[/caption]\r\n\r\n“We are thrilled to have Dr. Rollins as our Head of School at Bridges Prep,” said Dee Matthews, Chair of the Bridges Board of Directors. “He brings an exceptional background, demonstrated success and enormous energy to our school. We look forward to great achievements.”\r\n\r\nBridges Preparatory School, chartered by South Carolina in mid-2012, opened at near capacity in August 2013. Since that time the school has grown and solidified its presence in historic downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe Bridges Board of Directors selected Rollins after an intensive six-month search. He formally starts July 1 but will be in Beaufort this month with his wife and two children.\r\n\r\n“He is a natural fit for our school,” Matthews said. “Dr. Rollins is an amazing teacher and that classroom success helps him connect with both the students and the teachers. He also understands the administrative side of work and is ready to help Bridges Prep move forward.”\r\n\r\nA former college professor, high school principal and educational consultant for independent schools in the Southeast, Rollins has established a proven record of investing students, faculty, parents and the broader community in a school’s mission and values.\r\n\r\nMuch of his research on school leadership focuses on Mortimer Adler’s work with Paideia education – the foundation of Bridges Preparatory School’s educational philosophy.\r\n\r\nAlready, Rollins has provided the Bridges Prep Board of Directors a proposed 100-Day Plan, which centers on three main areas:\r\n\r\n1. Understanding the school culture – becoming familiar with the people, processes, partnerships and communities around Beaufort which represent and comprise Bridges Prep\r\n\r\n2. Analyzing critical issues – identify and analyze primary issues facing Bridges Prep and to establish a priority in moving forward with the charter school’s strategic plan\r\n\r\n3. Communicating effectively and engaging the community – improve communications and community engagement through responsive, open and honest communications practices, and to foster productive relationships with key stakeholders by delivering timely, accurate information and then listening to people.\r\n\r\nRollins brings 14 years of experience in engaging key school stakeholders. Through his work in independent schools and in the University System of Georgia, he has developed a passion for strategic planning, fundraising, curriculum and technology, innovative professional development, and accreditation.\r\n\r\nHe graduated summa cum laude from Berry College with a bachelor’s degree in English and also completed a master’s degree from Berry with a concentration in educational administration.\r\n\r\nRollins ignited his passion for Shakespeare and the Renaissance while studying at Oxford University in England, and he completed a Doctor of Philosophy degree in early modern literature from Georgia State University.\r\n\r\nFrom 2006-2014, Rollins worked at Mount de Sales Academy in Macon, GA. Founded in 1876, the school serves about 600 students in grades 6-12 on a 70-acre campus. At Mount de Sales, Rollins served as Upper School Principal and previously as Dean of Academics, Director of College Counseling and an English teacher. While teaching Advanced Placement English, Rollins’ students had a 3.9 class average on the exam, which is scored from 1-5, and had a 90 percent pass rate on the AP exam with students scoring 3 or higher.\r\n\r\nFrom 2014 until his hiring at Bridges, Rollins worked as an educational consultant specializing in student test preparation and helping schools increase enrollment and find better, more creative ways to evaluate teachers.', 'Bridges Prep names new Head of School', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bridges-prep-names-new-head-of-school', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:02', '2018-07-12 14:59:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23266', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23269, 4, '2015-06-11 22:07:29', '2015-06-12 02:07:29', 'The Beaufort County School District’s Class of 2015 has earned a record $30 million in college scholarships, and its members have acceptance letters in hand from more than 100 colleges and universities across the nation.\r\n\r\nThis year’s record scholarship total represents a $3 million increase over last year and a dramatic improvement from $11.1 million just five years ago.\r\n\r\n“The kind of improvement is encouraging, and it says a lot about the commitment of our students, parents and educators,” said Superintendent Jeff Moss. “It demonstrates our students understand the value of additional education after high school, and also that they’re willing to work hard to get that education and have successful careers.”\r\n\r\nMore than a thousand seniors donned caps and gowns to receive their diplomas during this year’s graduation ceremonies at five high schools across the district.\r\n\r\n“High school graduation is a celebration that focuses on our students, and that’s as it should be,” said Board of Education Chairman Bill Evans. “But as we spotlight our students, we should also acknowledge the support they received from their parents and families, and also from their teachers, school leaders and staff. Congratulations to everyone!”\r\n\r\n· Battery Creek High – 166 graduates and $5,743,872 in scholarships – The class valedictorian is Kierra Breille Grayson, and the salutatorian is Raven Nichole Chapman.\r\n\r\n· Beaufort High – 264 graduates and $8,274,350 in scholarships – The class valedictorian is Alexandra Shae Zapp and the salutatorian is John Stuart Mattison Pike.\r\n\r\n· Bluffton High – 264 graduates and $5,000,191 in scholarships. The class valedictorian is Sean Michael Greiner, and the salutatorian is Thomas Paul Gwozdz.\r\n\r\n· Hilton Head Island High – 270 graduates and $7,868,208 in scholarships – The class valedictorian is Carolanne O’Fee, and the salutatorian is Elizabeth “Lilla” Felix.\r\n\r\n· Whale Branch Early College High School – 95 graduates and $3,722,792 in scholarships – The class valedictorian is Austin Zavier Suarez, and the salutatorian is Rebekah Taylor.', 'Class of 2015 grads awarded $30 million in scholarships', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'class-of-2015-grads-awarded-30-million-in-scholarships', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:02', '2018-07-12 14:59:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23269', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23270, 4, '2015-06-11 22:07:32', '2015-06-12 02:07:32', '[caption id=\"attachment_23272\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"192\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/DSC0006.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23272\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/DSC0006-192x300.jpg\" alt=\"Amy Banks with her 23-inch, 4-pound Red Drum.\" width=\"192\" height=\"300\" /></a> Amy Banks with her 23-inch, 4-pound Red Drum.[/caption]\r\n\r\nBy Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nIt was all smiles as anglers weighed and measured their potentially trophy winning fish at the conclusion of the 60th annual Beaufort Water Festival Fishing Tournament last Saturday.\r\n\r\n“We had 40 boats in the competition this year,” according to Henri Madlinger, the Festival’s Fishing Tournament chairman. “That’s up seven boats from last year.”\r\n\r\nThe Tournament allows up to 10 different species to be caught and weighed. Everything from Flounder and Blue Fish to Red and Black Drum were caught and recorded with the Red Drum or Spot Tail Bass, as they are called in the Lowcountry, being the most unlucky fish of the Tournament.\r\n\r\nSome of the anglers said the weather was perfect for fishing in creeks that feed into the Broad River. Some said it was bit choppy first thing in the morning but nothing of consequence. Men and women of all ages, including nine-year-old Brody Crider, were on hand to weigh their catch. Brody entered his Flounder caught near Laurel Bay which, when we left, was a contender!\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"23273,23275,23274\"]', 'Little fish, big fish, all good fish', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'little-fish-big-fish-all-good-fish', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:29', '2015-06-14 15:17:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23270', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23291, 4, '2015-06-11 22:13:46', '2015-06-12 02:13:46', 'The 14U Badkatz came in 2nd place at the ASA Hall of Fame Qualifier in Spartanburg, SC on the weekend of May 30th. The team finished 3-2 for the weekend with both losses coming against the eventual tournament champions. With the 2nd place finish the team was awarded a berth to the ASA Hall of Fame National Tournament being held in Oklahoma City at the ASA Hall of Fame Complex. Standout performances for the weekend were Alexis Ortiz (.615 Avg., 1 HR, 2 RBI’s, 2 Runs), Emily Crosby (.500 Avg., 1 HR, 4 RBI’s, 6 Runs), Essence Champion (.455 Avg., 2 RBI’s) and McKenzie Young (.429 Avg., 1 RBI, 4 Runs). Congrats to Alisa Depew and Journeigh Doray for also hitting home runs out of the park!', 'Carolina Badkatz finish 2nd', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'carolina-badkatz-finish-2nd', '', '', '2015-06-11 22:14:53', '2015-06-12 02:14:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23291', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(23277, 4, '2015-06-11 22:04:21', '2015-06-12 02:04:21', '<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">By Jim Marks</h3>\r\nLowcountry Giving Day on May 5th left a lasting impression on me. That afternoon I attended a celebration by one of the event’s participating non-profits. It was gratifying to see how our community supported this organization; more than 100 people were present at the event compared to about 30 the previous year.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23278\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/PHILANTHROPY-6.11.15-Jim-Marks-Op-Ed-Photo-e1434074619844.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-23278 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/PHILANTHROPY-6.11.15-Jim-Marks-Op-Ed-Photo-e1434074619844-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"PHILANTHROPY - 6.11.15 Jim Marks Op Ed Photo\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Jim Marks[/caption]\r\n\r\nMay 5th was about more than one non-profit, one day or even one community. The increase in people at that single event spoke volumes about the heightened awareness of Lowcountry Giving Day in our area and the support it enjoyed from our donors. But most importantly, it highlighted the generous spirit of our community that keeps us going year-round.\r\n\r\nPart of that spirit is reflected in the actual numbers. In just 24 hours, Lowcountry Giving Day raised more than $225,000 for 19 non-profits in our region. Some of them are based in Beaufort itself, but others are located south of the Broad River or in Colleton and Jasper counties, benefitting from the generosity of local donors who saw the potential impact of supporting our Beaufort neighbors.\r\n\r\nBeyond dollars, the community support largely resulted from a broader understanding of and appreciation for the power of matching gifts. Members of the Beaufort Listening Network, a volunteer arm of the Coastal Community Foundation, spent the days proceeding May 5th putting up posters at local businesses, community centers and other public locations. Area merchants fully supported and cooperated with their work. Restaurants like Fat Patties donated dollars to the cause while Moe’s and Chipotle provided food for the non-profits who hosted events in connection with the day.\r\n\r\nLowcountry Giving Day inspired our community to support the local causes so deserving of contributions and so important to us. Outside our area, the event raised millions of dollars for other communities along the coast that, like us, were participants in Coastal Community Foundation’s landmark event. Outside the Lowcountry, thousands more donors across the country participated in giving days through the national Give Local America partnership that raised a total of $68.5 million.\r\n\r\nWhile Lowcountry Giving Day focused on matching gifts over one day for qualifying non-profits, the spirit of philanthropy so prominently on display here is what Coastal Community Foundation works on every other day of the year. The Foundation works with local individuals and families to facilitate and advise their giving plans. Staff members provide expert advice about giving plans and options based on more than forty years of experience.\r\n\r\nCoastal Community Foundation also provides vital support for non-profit organizations to create a strong, healthy non-profit sector. The Foundation provides technical support for non-profits on topics like building their own donor bases, annual giving or creating an endowment. Funding is the most critical element in the non-profit world, and through The Beaufort Fund, Coastal Community Foundation has awarded nearly $7 million to non-profits in Beaufort, Jasper, Hampton and Colleton counties since 1998.\r\n\r\nThe 24 hour Lowcountry Giving Day was certainly a great success with our friends and neighbors rallying to support local organizations. Even with that success, Coastal Community Foundation welcomes comments and ideas from all corners as they go through their own evaluation process. You are invited to pass along your comments by email at givingday@coastalcommunity.org or by phone at (843) 723-3635.\r\n\r\nHowever, I also encourage you to use those contacts to learn more about Coastal Community Foundation’s work outside of Lowcountry Giving Day in Beaufort. The other 364 days are just as incredible.\r\n\r\n<em>Jim Marks is a board member of Coastal Community Foundation. Each week, Coastal Community Foundation highlights organizations, donors and other charitable news in The Philanthropy Corner. If you’re interested in learning more about philanthropy in the Lowcountry, reach out to our regional Stewardship Officer, Gloria Duryea, at Gloria@CoastalCommunityFoundation.org or (843) 379-3400.</em>', 'More than 24 hours of generosity', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-philanthropy-corner-for-june-11th-17th', '', '', '2015-09-10 08:44:44', '2015-09-10 12:44:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23277', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23282, 4, '2015-06-11 22:06:18', '2015-06-12 02:06:18', 'Tumlin, Levin, and Sumner Wealth Management of Raymond James recently joined Raymond James &amp; Associates, Inc., member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC located at One Beaufort Town Center.\r\n\r\n“I am pleased to welcome Charles Tumlin, Arthur Levin, Hall Sumner, Carson Bruce, and Heidi Peeples to the Raymond James family,” said Tash Elwyn, President of Raymond James &amp; Associates. “The addition of this team is another indicator that we’re attracting some of the very best to the industry and is further proof of the firm’s commitment to client service.”\r\n\r\nCharles Tumlin, Arthur Levin, Managing Directors, and Hall Sumner, CFP®, Vice President of Investments have a long standing tenure in the Beaufort area, and have created an established name for themselves over the past 20 years. They are proud to be joining Raymond James and to gain the strength and resources offered by the backing of one of the nation’s leading securities companies.\r\n\r\n“We’ve built warm relationships with our clients, and in a small town like Beaufort, your clients become your friends,” stated Tumlin. “We are proud to partner with a firm whose client oriented values are parallel with our own and look forward to providing our clients with even better resources and service moving forward.”', 'Local firm joins Raymond James & Associates', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'local-firm-joins-raymond-james-associates', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:30', '2015-06-14 15:17:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23282', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23284, 4, '2015-06-11 22:07:56', '2015-06-12 02:07:56', 'Alvin Settles recently received recognition from the State of South Carolina for more than 30 years of dedicated service to children and adults in the City of Beaufort and Beaufort County for teaching swimming lessons, training lifeguards and being a swimming pool manager. Thanks Mr. Settles for keeping us all safe in the water.\r\n\r\n<strong>Pictured above from left to right: Gloria Settles, Alvin Settles and Pastor Kenneth Hodges, the pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church and also a State Representative making the presentation on behalf of the State of South Carolina. </strong>', '30 years of service to Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '30-years-of-service-to-beaufort', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:29', '2015-06-14 15:17:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23284', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23290, 4, '2015-06-11 22:22:10', '2015-06-12 02:22:10', 'Charles Wood never saw it coming. By all accounts, the Naval Hospital Beaufort maintenance supervisor was a healthy 59-year-old man.\r\n\r\n“I took no medications whatsoever,” Wood said. “Except for the occasional cold, I was never sick.”\r\n\r\nSo, when his right hand went numb one afternoon while he was working on his computer, he assumed it had just fallen asleep. Within minutes, the numbness had crept up to his elbow and then to his shoulder.\r\n\r\n“It was like my arm wasn’t there,” he said. “I thought, oh shoot, I’m in trouble.”\r\n\r\nBefore he knew what hit him, his eyesight became blurry and his right leg went out on him, causing him to fall to the floor. Hearing him yell for help, his wife Chris came into the room and immediately realized what was happening. She asked him to smile to see if his face was drooping—one of the signs of a stroke.\r\n\r\n“I couldn’t smile or stick out my tongue,” Wood recalled. “I was scared. I knew I was having a stroke.”\r\n\r\nNot 15 minutes after Wood arrived in Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department, he was being virtually examined by a stroke expert from Charleston thanks to MUSC Health’s Telestroke program.\r\n\r\nThe physician was able to ask Wood questions and see his symptoms via an oversized computer screen. After reviewing his brain imaging studies, the neurologist confirmed Wood was having an ischemic stroke. About 87 percent of all strokes are ischemic, caused when a blood vessel to the brain is blocked by a clot.\r\n\r\nAccording to current guidelines published by the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association, clot-busting medication should be started within 180 minutes of symptom onset with a goal of 60 minutes from the patient’s arrival in the hospital. Wood received the life-saving drugs in 48 minutes.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23313\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COVER-TOP-OF-FOLD-Telecart-machine-e1434075710430.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23313\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COVER-TOP-OF-FOLD-Telecart-machine-e1434075710430-300x295.jpg\" alt=\"BMH Emergency Department physicians Drs. Luke Baxley and Stephen Larson with the Telemedicine Cart used to consult with MUSC stroke specialists.\" width=\"300\" height=\"295\" /></a> BMH Emergency Department physicians Drs. Luke Baxley and Stephen Larson with the Telemedicine Cart used to consult with MUSC stroke specialists.[/caption]\r\n\r\n“Two million neurons are lost every minute blood flow is blocked to the brain,” said MUSC Health Telestroke program manager Ellen Debenham. “It can lead to some devastating disabilities.”\r\n\r\nBeaufort Memorial is one of 18 hospitals across the state participating in the MUSC Health Telestroke program, part of a statewide initiative focused on reducing the incidence of stroke and augmenting provision of acute stroke care in South Carolina.\r\n\r\n“The stroke program is one of the first services to offer telehealth,” Debenham said. “It’s really the wave of the future.”\r\n\r\nThe potentially life-saving network connects partnering hospitals with immediate, round-the-clock access to MUSC Health’s stroke care experts. With the activation of this network, almost all of South Carolina is within an hour of expert stroke care. To date, the MUSC Health Telestroke program has provided expert consultative care to some 6,000 stroke patients in South Carolina.\r\n\r\n“We’re averaging 15 patients a month that can now receive an urgent consultation,” said Beaufort Memorial Hospital stroke coordinator Sheri O’Brien.\r\n\r\nBMH Emergency Department physicians are consulting with MUSC experts even in cases where they suspect a patient is having a “mini-stroke” known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA). While TIAs generally do not cause permanent brain damage, they are a serious warning sign that a stroke may happen in the future.\r\n\r\n“If we know a patient has had a TIA, we can get them on blood-thinning medication and recommend lifestyle changes that could prevent another stroke,” O’Brien said.\r\n\r\nThe fifth leading cause of death in the United States, stroke ranks as the No. 3 killer in South Carolina, part of an 11-state region in the United States known as the Stroke Belt.\r\n\r\n“We have three great neurologists in Beaufort, but it’s difficult for them to be available immediately in our Emergency Department 24/7,” O’Brien said. “With the telemedicine cart, we can reach an MUSC Health neurologist within 10 minutes.”\r\n\r\nLess than 48 hours after being wheeled into the BMH Emergency Department on May 3rd, Wood was discharged from the hospital with virtually no deficits. He was back to work in a week.\r\n\r\nSince his initial treatment in the hospital, Wood has continued to receive follow-up care from a Beaufort Memorial neurologist. After seeing a physical therapist, he was able to regain full dexterity in his right hand, allowing him to once again enjoy his favorite hobby—playing the guitar and piano.\r\n\r\n“I feel fantastic,” the Port Royal resident said. “I’m very grateful for what the ER staff did for me that day. They worked like ants. Their fast response saved me from having any permanent damage.”', 'Beaufort is in the \"Stroke Belt\"', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-is-in-the-stroke-belt', '', '', '2015-06-19 15:20:39', '2015-06-19 19:20:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23290', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23297, 4, '2015-06-11 22:19:11', '2015-06-12 02:19:11', 'By Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nEighteen year old James Hammond, of Hilton Head Island, won the 9th Annual Beaufort River Swim last Saturday. This is a repeat for Hammond as he also won it last year. The Beaufort County YMCA sponsors this race to raise money to support their scholarships in their Learn to Swim Program.\r\n\r\nThe 3-Mile Race starts at the Port Royal Landing Marina. The course winds through boats, buoys, and paddle boarders in open water and ends at the Downtown Marina’s boat ramp at the end of the Henry C. Chamber Waterfront Park.\r\n\r\nRace officials said there were 155 contestants for this year’s race plus a dozen more intrepid swimmers registered for the 1-Mile Fun Swim, a non-competitive race which allowed wet suits, swim fins and snorkels. The Fun Swim started at the Beaufort Memorial Hospital dock when all of the 3-Mile racers had passed.\r\n\r\nParticipants started the race at dead low tide and enjoyed an outgoing tide for some of the race. However, as later swimmers neared the finish line the current proved too much and pushed them toward the boats tied at the marina. In the end, everyone made it safely to the finish line.\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"23298,23299,23300,23301,23302,23303,23304,23305,23306,23307,23308,23309\"]', 'Learn to Swim Program benefits from 3-Mile Race', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'learn-to-swim-program-benefits-from-3-mile-race', '', '', '2015-06-14 11:17:29', '2015-06-14 15:17:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23297', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23382, 4, '2015-06-18 08:32:10', '2015-06-18 12:32:10', '<strong>New hours for Burton Wells Gym until August</strong>\r\n\r\nHours of operation will temporarily change this summer at the Burton Wells Gym, from Monday, June 15th to Friday, August 14th. The gym will be open to the public from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The change in hours will occur to accommodate youth summer camp activities. For more information about Beaufort County Parks and Leisure Services, visit www.bcpals.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Boondock’s Restaurant on St. Helena opens Starving Artist Market </strong>\r\n\r\nBoondock’s Restaurant at 1760 Sea Island Parkway on St. Helena will be hosting The Starving Artist Market in its parking lot on Saturday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The market started on Memorial Day Weekend and will be open every Saturday morning—weather permitting—through Labor Day weekend. Local artists will be selling original paintings, drawings, jewelry, photographs, wood burnings and other artistic creations.\r\n\r\nBoondock’s Restaurant will be providing food and beverages for sale as well as music, and Corn Hole play. Their special offerings will be breakfast burritos, Bloody Mary’s and Mimosa’s. The market creates a festive and casual experience in which to enjoy great local art. There will be art demonstrations throughout the day and an occasional FREE ART giveaway. So come join the fun!  Any local fine artist who wishes to participate should call, Jim Torcum, at 843-592-4285 for more information.\r\n\r\n<strong>Sea Island Quilters meet</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Quilters will meet on Thursday, June 18 at 6 p.m. at Praise Assembly, 800 Paris Island Gateway. There will be a demonstration on the No Measure Bargello quilt pattern by Cozy Quilts of California. For details contact Sharon Kimber at 843-838-2870 or skimber76@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Port Royal Baptist Church hosts VBS </strong>\r\n\r\nEveryone is invited to Vacation Bible School at Port Royal Baptist Church at 707 Pinckney Blvd. (Ribaut Road at the Naval Hospital) in Port Royal. Classes are available for ages 3- adults with the adults meeting in the Fellowship Hall from June 28th through July 1st and children from June 28th through July 2nd. All classes meet between 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\nRegistration kickoff will be on Saturday June 27th from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Church. Come join us for fun, games, and refreshments as we prepare for VBS! For more information, phone 853-521-1994.\r\n\r\n<strong>“Protect your Work” legal workshop</strong>\r\n\r\n<em>Basement Bob, the Movie</em> and the Beaufort Film Society invite all writers, readers, artists or anyone else interested in attending this informative “Protect Your Work” workshop to be held at the Holiday Inn of Beaufort, 2225 Boundary Street, on June 30th from 5 to 6 p.m. Learn how to copyright your artwork and written work (books, screenplays, etc.), what to know if somebody wants to option your writing or license your artwork, and what the difference is between a copyright and a trademark. A brief Q &amp; A will follow the workshop. Admission fee is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Register at www.bit.ly/1MwgRRn. The Workshop is presented by Uyen K. Le, producer of <em>“Basement Bob”</em> and legal counsel for RareForm Pictures. Uyen has practiced entertainment and corporate law in California for the past ten years, and is a member of the California and Georgia Bar Associations. For more information contact beaufortfilm@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>Date change: Vietnam Veterans Tribute </strong><b>  </b>\r\n\r\nJoin the members of the Healing Heroes of the Lowcountry Fund at a tribute to Vietnam Veterans on August 8th at 7 p.m. for an evening of music, laughter and more importantly, recognition. The Parris Island Marine Corps Band &amp; Color Guard will be performing and the HHLF is pleased to announce that Medal of Honor and Bronze Star winner, Major General Robert E. Livingston, Jr. US Army Retired, will be the keynote speaker. Location of the event is yet to be determined. HHLF is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization established in 2013, to honor, empower and support our wounded military heroes, first responders and their families/caregivers. For additional information, contact Dick Rooney at 410-991-3780.', 'What To Do the week of June 18th-24th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-june-18th-24th', '', '', '2015-07-03 08:55:10', '2015-07-03 12:55:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23382', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23385, 4, '2015-06-18 08:36:11', '2015-06-18 12:36:11', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PET-OF-WEEK-Zoe.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23387 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PET-OF-WEEK-Zoe-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"PET OF WEEK - Zoe\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Zoe is a sweet and laid back girl who loves gentle affection. She would prefer to be in a quite household, but doesn’t mind spending her time outdoors playing. She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccinations. Come by and visit with Zoe!</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PET-OF-WEEK-Junior.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-23386\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PET-OF-WEEK-Junior-300x177.jpg\" alt=\"PET OF WEEK - Junior\" width=\"300\" height=\"177\" /></a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Junior is a very friendly boy who will always greet you at the door. He is very talkative and loves to warm your lap. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on her vaccinations. Come make friends with Junior today!</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Monday - Saturday from 12 to 7 p.m. Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more information.</p>', 'Pets of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pets-of-the-week-7', '', '', '2015-07-03 08:36:52', '2015-07-03 12:36:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23385', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23389, 4, '2015-06-18 08:37:03', '2015-06-18 12:37:03', 'Manatees have begun returning to their summer haunts along the coast of South Carolina, which means the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is again reminding boaters to be on the lookout to avoid collisions with the endangered animals. Feeding and watering manatees is illegal and encourages them to spend time at docks and marinas, making them susceptible to being hit by a boat, one of the main causes of death for this endangered species. DNR enforcement efforts to prevent the feeding/watering of manatees will be enhanced in South Carolina.\r\n\r\nAlthough Florida manatees are present throughout the year in Florida, they are migratory in South Carolina. Manatees begin their slow migration up the South Carolina coast each spring when water temperatures rise into the upper 60s. They can be found in tidal rivers, estuaries and nearshore marine waters throughout Georgia and the Carolinas throughout the summer months. Manatees return to Florida in September and October as the water temperature cools.\r\n\r\nCollisions between boaters and manatees are more likely to occur in shallow waters, particularly around docks and at the edge of marshes where manatees feed. Following boater safety regulations in these areas can reduce the risk of a collision. Boaters should also watch for manatee backs, tails, snouts and “footprints”—a series of round swirls on the surface caused by a swimming manatee’s tail.\r\n\r\nThe number of manatees along South Carolina’s coastline each year is unknown because the turbid, murky waters near the coast make surveys difficult. South Carolina residents can help biologists learn more about the movements and habitat use of manatees by reporting any sightings and taking photographs. Report a healthy, live manatee at www.dnr.sc.gov/manatee/sight.htm. Please note the date, time, location and number of manatees seen, as well as the coordinates, if possible.\r\n\r\nIf a boat accidentally collides with a manatee, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks that the boater stand-by and immediately contact the U.S. Coast Guard on VHF Channel 16 or DNR at (800) 922-5431. Doing so provides biologists the best chance to help the animal and gather valuable scientific data.\r\n\r\nPhotographs of scars on their backs and tails are especially useful because they can often be used to identify previously known manatees.', 'Don’t feed or water the manatees ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dont-feed-or-water-the-manatees', '', '', '2015-07-03 08:37:42', '2015-07-03 12:37:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23389', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23391, 4, '2015-06-18 08:37:56', '2015-06-18 12:37:56', 'By Dr. Parker T. Barker\r\n\r\nSummer time means frozen treat time. That’s why it is one of my favorite times of the year. Mom takes Peanut, my sister, and me for a long walk every day and I have to admit, I’m not used to the humidity down here so we come back pooped. Then what comes out of the freezer? Something wonderful and cold, and challenging to get at, and oh so delicious. Frozen treats!\r\n\r\nThese are super easy to make and super fun to eat. Your imagination is the only constraint on making something scrumptious! So, how to begin? Find something that will hold food and liquid and go in the freezer. The easiest is ice cube trays. Personally, I would recommend getting trays just for the dog treats, maybe in a different color, or the frozen chicken broth could end up in your soda. Yuck. Mom even found some ice cube trays shaped as a bone. Who knew?\r\n\r\nBasically, if you can freeze in it, you can use it for a frozen treat. Cupcake liners that are made of paper work really well. You need to let them sit for a couple of minutes after they are frozen and the paper comes right off, then into a zip lock bag they go and back to the freezer ready for the next super warm day.\r\n\r\nPeanut’s favorite frozen treat is pretty simple. Low sodium beef broth with some cooked sweet potatoes mashed up in it. My favorite is no-fat plain yogurt with bananas all squished in it with a few berries for color. Seriously, how easy is this? Our Mom crushes some of our favorite dog biscuits and adds them to the mixture to give it a little crunch.\r\n\r\nIf your pup is on a health kick—(I never am – I manage to avoid anything that is green in color just in principle)—try putting his favorite veggies in some low sodium chicken broth and freeze it. Broccoli, string beans, carrots all work great. Or you can just cut up a banana or apples and freeze those and we will be more than happy to munch on them outside as well. Remember NO GRAPES—bad for dogs, very bad for dogs.\r\n\r\nFruit juice also work pretty well on a hot day. Again, go with the low sugar or no sugar added varieties. Apple juice is a wonderful treat for me. And it’s healthy, kind of.\r\n\r\nI went to a birthday party last year- Freddie was turning three, anyway his Mom, who was having the party, got really creative and we had 3-tiered colored ice pops that she had to freeze in layers to get the effect. They were really cool. Red, white and blue, very tasty if I do say so myself. And if you need a stick for a Popsicle, try a long skinny dog treat. Works great.\r\n\r\nAnd don’t leave your furry friend out of the family barbeque. Rather than sit there and drool at all that beautiful food going to someone else, take some old cooked hamburger, add a little cheese, and freeze it in beef broth – low sodium – and voila, there you have a cheeseburger pop just right for the pups. Pops for pups – I love alliteration. Then everyone can enjoy the barbeque! Or you could just give us a steak. No? Thought it was worth a try.\r\n\r\nSo experiment this summer. Work with your Mom to figure out what you like and that is easy to make and store. And above all, stay cool friends.\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Parker T. Barker received his doctorate in Squirrel Chasing and Hoovering from the University of Hartford, CT Rescue Center. He lives on Lady’s Island with his sister, Peanut and their great Mom. Prof. Percy Pussycat is a trained animal behaviourist and received his degree from the Canine and Cat Institute in London. He lives in Shell Point with his brother, Harley and devoted human family.</em>', 'Frozen treats – yummy and easy to make', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'frozen-treats-yummy-and-easy-to-make', '', '', '2015-07-03 08:38:43', '2015-07-03 12:38:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23391', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23393, 4, '2015-06-18 08:39:09', '2015-06-18 12:39:09', 'By Celia Strong\r\n\r\nApparently the heat of summer is here. When we’re inside, with the air conditioner running full force, that doesn’t seem so bad. Outside is another story. Problem is, inside or out, some of us will always like to drink red wines. For the next several months, this can be pretty difficult. Heat on full force outside or air conditioner struggling to keep up inside. So, our mission, if we choose to accept it, is to find some nice red wines that might be drinkable inside and out. Like back and forth, from the kitchen counter to the grill. In the cool, in the heat, back and forth. Possible? Let’s see.\r\n\r\nOur “mission” is going to take us to Spain. A country where many parts have long hot and humid summer weather like we do. Our region is Ribera del Duero. This is a DO (Denominacion de Origen) that is located in northern central Spain. Inland, with no shoreline or ocean breezes. Ribera del Duero is on Spain’s northern plateau, within the Castile and Léon community. The DO is centered around the town of Aranda de Duero, although the better vineyards are located in the western side near Peñafel and Roa de Duero. In 2012, Ribera del Duero was named the wine region of the year by “Wine Enthusiast Magazine.”\r\n\r\nWine has been produced in this region for thousands of years. Recently, a two hundred and sixteen foot long mosaic of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine and other things, was found in the region. This mosaic is over two thousand years old. But, viticulture as we know came with the Benedictine monks from the Cluny Abbey of Burgundy, France, in the twelfth century. The Do Ribera del Duero was established July 21, 1982. (There were rumors it was to be upgraded to DOCa status in 2008, but so far that has not happened. DOCa is an elevated level within the Spanish DO laws.)\r\n\r\nThe region gets its name from the Duero River. (“Ribera” means the “banks” of the Duero.) The Duero Valley was formed during the Miocine period (roughly twenty-three million to five million years ago) and has a flat, rocky, gently undulating terrain. The soils are silty or clay-y sand along with limestone, marl and chalky deposits. All types of soils we’ve heard of in other areas that grow good wine grapes. Most of the valley floor is between 2400 and 2800 feet above sea level. The summers are long and dry with temperatures as high as one hundred and five degrees. Sound familiar? Feel familiar? Winters, though, are much colder than here, with temperatures regularly dropping down to just below zero. The vineyards get about 2400 hours of sunlight every year.\r\n\r\nAlmost all of the wines made in Ribero del Duero are red. The few whites that they do make stay at home, with them. Tinto Fino, the local name for Tempranillo, is the main grape variety. It is also called Tinto del Pais here. Sometimes, it is complimented with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot. There are many similarities between Ribero wines and those of their neighboring region, Rioja, besides the same main grape variety. Both regions produce wines that can age and show great complexities. Wines labeled “crianza” must be aged for two years with at least 12 in oak barrels. Wines labeled “reserva” must be aged at least three years including a minimum of 12 in oak barrels. “Gran Reserva” wines have to be aged for at least five years with a minimum of 24 months in barrels. Same as Rioja red wines. And they can get expensive, for the same reasons. According to the DO regulations for these wines, Tempranillo must be at least 75% of the wine.\r\n\r\nLooking at Tempranillo for a moment, we need to remember some of the things we’ve learned about it in the past. It is a red grape that is native to Spain. Its name comes from the Spanish word for early, “temprano,” because it ripens early. About two weeks earlier than most other red grapes grown in Spain. It thrives in vineyards with chalky soils. It is a thick-skinned grape that grows better at higher elevations. You know, like 2400 feet up. Vineyard pests and diseases can be a problem for this grape, mainly because it has little resistance to either. Its thicker skin doesn’t give any herbaceous notes to its wines, but they do give intense color to the wines. Tempranillo wines tend to be ruby red in color, with berry, plum, tobacco, vanilla, leather, olive and herb flavors. The somewhat neutral character of this grape makes its wines good candidates for barrel aging and for blending with small amounts of other varieties. All of which sounds like it should be growing in Ribera del Duero, right?\r\n\r\nOur winery is Bodegas Viña Vilano. This is actually a co-op, created in 1957. And, today, it is still owned and operated by the children and grandchildren of the founders. The whole purpose of a co-op, for wine production at least, is to be able to gather and mix together as many high quality grapes as possible. Viña Vilano is located in the village of Pedrosa de Duero, in the province of Burgos. (Burgos is considered to be the best vineyard site in the Ribero del Duero DO!) Today, Viña Vilano owns almost 750 acres of vines. In the last few years, the co-op members have been able to install state-of-the-art winemaking equipment. And their aging is done with top quality American, French and Central European oak barrels. All of which gets us to our wine for this week. Bodegas Viña Vilano Arderezo Crianza.\r\n\r\nThis wine is 100% Tempranillo. Arderezo is unoaked and unfiltered. And its grapes come from fifty year old and older vines. Its flavors are concentrated and intense, like you get from older vines. But not too heavy - which you don’t need in really hot weather. It is full of raspberry, plum and blackberry flavors, with hints of smoke and green olives. It has a long, lingering finish with round, smooth, slightly sweet tannins. Pleasant in your mouth so you can sip a second and third time. A second and third glass. And what does the name “arderezo” mean? It means “dressing,” or “adornment,” “seasoning” or “embellishment.” All having to do with food. At the winery, they enjoy this wine with baby lamb. Here? I’m thinking pork and poultry and seafood. I’m also thinking we may have found a great hot weather wine. Intense complex flavors but not heavy. Smooth texture. And, the best part - the price. $9.97. While it lasts. Mission accomplished? Enjoy.', 'Mission impossible?  ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'mission-impossible', '', '', '2015-07-03 08:39:48', '2015-07-03 12:39:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23393', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23395, 4, '2015-06-18 08:42:48', '2015-06-18 12:42:48', 'By Bill Rauch\r\n\r\nNext month South Carolina Electric and Gas will seek approval from South Carolina’s Public Service Commission to impose a 2.8 percent rate hike on the utility’s residential electric customers.\r\n\r\nIf approved, the new rate will take effect in October, 2015 and affect the company’s approximately 650,000 customers, many of whom live in northern Beaufort County.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23396\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Screen-Shot-2015-07-03-at-8.42.05-AM.png\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23396\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Screen-Shot-2015-07-03-at-8.42.05-AM-300x199.png\" alt=\"2005-2014 average consumer bill (per 1000/kWh) and their increases as approved by the South Carolina Public Service Commission for SCE&amp;G (bold line), Duke Progress (dotted line) and Duke Energy (broken line). Source: State of South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff.\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a> 2005-2014 average consumer bill (per 1000/kWh) and their increases as approved by the South Carolina Public Service Commission for SCE&amp;G (bold line), Duke Progress (dotted line) and Duke Energy (broken line). Source: State of South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe hike will be the 27th by South Carolina Electric and Gas (SCE&amp;G) in the past decade, according to the State Government’s South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff records. There have been no reductions.\r\n\r\nAccording to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (USEIA) most recent figures, at $14.19 in 2013, SCE&amp;G had the second highest per kilowatt hour residential rate of a shareholder-owned utility in all of the southeast. First, at $14.27, was Florida Public Utilities that serves the Palm Beach area. If it isn’t there already, the October hike may well secure SCE&amp;G the dubious honor of charging the highest residential rates of any shareholder-owned utility in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky and Tennessee. South Carolina’s other two large utilities, Duke Energy and Duke Progress, were charging $9.71 and $9.97 respectively in 2013, according to the USEIA.\r\n\r\nThe October increase is being requested so that SCE&amp;G can raise an additional $980 million to contribute to the building of the company’s behind-schedule and over-budget new nuclear power plant, “The Nuclear Base Load Generation Facility at Jenkinsville, South Carolina,” generally known as “VC Summer 2 &amp; 3,” that the company is building with state-owned Santee Cooper Power Co.\r\n\r\nThe company now estimates the final cost of the facility will be $9.45 billion, up from the $8.18 billion it was initially projected to cost.\r\n\r\nThe company’s Public Service Commission filings also indicate that when it finally begins operations SCE&amp;G will own 60 percent of the new power-generating facility and 40 percent will be owned by Santee Cooper. The two new reactors are being built near SCE&amp;G’s Virgil C. Summer Nuclear Generating Station on the Monticello Reservoir outside Jenkinsville about 20 miles northwest of Columbia. If the rate increase is approved, seven of the 27 rate hikes will have been requested specifically to support the new nuclear power reactors, the construction of which have now adversely affected SCE&amp;G’s credit and probably made the company the most expensive shareholder-owned residential electric power supplier in the southeastern United States.\r\n\r\nAt the time construction was begun in March, 2013, VC Summer 2 was the first nuclear power reactor building project to be undertaken in the U.S. in thirty years. The contractors are Westinghouse Electric Co. and Chicago Bridge and Iron. The delays and their related costs are “principally due to design and fabrication issues associated with the production of submodules used in the construction of the units,” SCANA Chairman and CEO Kevin Marsh said in a statement. SCANA is SCE&amp;G’s parent company.\r\n\r\nSCE&amp;G’s decision to go nuclear three years ago was a surprise to many at the time. South Carolina presently derives 53.5 percent of its electrical energy from nuclear which is more than twice the 19 percent national average, according to the US Energy Information Administration’s website. When VC Summer 2 &amp;3 finally come on line that number will rise further.\r\n\r\nNuclear power plants use nuclear fission to heat water to make steam to run the turbines that generate electricity. A by-product of nuclear energy production is spent nuclear fuel rods which are highly radioactive and may be disposed of only under extraordinary conditions. Next on the list of sources of South Carolina’s electricity comes coal—to heat water for the same purposes—at 36 percent. A by-product of coal burning, coal ash, is toxic. Typically coal ash is buried in unlined pits thus potentially endangering groundwater. Compared to wind, sun and biomass, each of which South Carolina has in abundance, nuclear and coal are said to be dangerous, dirty and expensive.\r\n\r\nOil and gas rich Texas, by contrast, derived over 10 percent of its electricity from wind last year, according to a February U.S. Energy Administration report. There are no wind farms in South Carolina. However, the state’s offshore wind has the potential to supply all the electricity the residential, commercial and industrial sectors of the state need, according to a recent Southern Alliance for Clean Energy report.\r\n\r\nSCANA Corp’s stock, trading under the symbol SCG, has lost about 22 percent of its value since February.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>What Can You Do?</strong></p>\r\nSCE&amp;G’s residential rate increase request does not require a public hearing, and none is scheduled. To comment on the rate change, however, you may write to The Public Service Commission of South Carolina at the following address: South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff, 1401 Main Street, Suite 900, Columbia, SC, 29201. The comment period closes June 30.\r\n\r\nTo comment on the scheduling delays and the increase in the project budget at VC Summer 2&amp;3 you may attend and speak at The Public Service Commission’s hearing on July 21st at 10:30 a.m. in their hearing room at 101 Executive Center Drive in Columbia. The hearing is expected to last three days. For details call the Commission’s office at (803) 896-5100.\r\n\r\nSCE&amp;G’s right to serve customers within the City of Beaufort is granted via a franchise agreement between Beaufort and the utility that on the City’s part is formalized in the form of an ordinance passed by City Council. The most recent agreement, the term of which is 30 years, was passed in 2013 and went into effect last year.\r\n\r\nThe unincorporated area of Beaufort County that is served by SCE&amp;G was assigned to the utility by The Public Service Commission shortly after the “Territory Assignment Act” state law took effect in 1969. Although many petitions for reassignment have been forwarded to the Commission, only one has been granted, The Office of Regulatory Staff’s spokesman Dukes Scott explained last week, “and that one was overturned by the State Supreme Court.” The applicable state law says regarding reassignments that the Public Service Commission “shall consider among other things the adequacy and dependability of the service of the affected electric suppliers, but may not consider rate differentials between the electric suppliers.”', 'Nukes blast SCE&G rates through the roof ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'nukes-blast-sceg-rates-through-the-roof', '', '', '2015-07-03 08:43:14', '2015-07-03 12:43:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23395', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23398, 4, '2015-06-18 08:44:05', '2015-06-18 12:44:05', 'By Cherimie Crane Weatherford\r\n\r\nFrom time to time I tip toe around those closest to me through my writings, often to best explain my circumstance, lovingly joke at family attributes or define my oddities through the eyes of those that know me best. Filtered and with hesitant hands I type words that fail to paint the portrait clearly seen by my admiring eyes. My preference sits comfortably under the umbrella of humor sheltered by satire and protected from the serious. Like most southern women, it is not what I say that matters most; it is what I leave out that speaks loudest.\r\n\r\nNoting only his careless hair, his immeasurable patience and his affection for a sport I will never understand, I’ve brought my husband into my musings cautiously. Analyzing his inability to pick up his socks, admiring an infallible skill for managing an unmanageable wife and applauding his mastery of the ultimate pot of black coffee is the extent of my description.\r\n\r\nGrowing up in backwoods Mississippi, being a blonde headed tomboy, wasn’t all that rare. It was common place for my days to begin and end in the shadow of my father. Living so far from any sign of civilization, what was and what wasn’t was aptly defined only by what was around. It never occurred to me that little girls weren’t supposed to work on tractors or mend fences. Agitating roosters and chasing cows left little need for princess dresses and Barbie houses. Physical limits were based on pain tolerance not gender. Roles were created and defined by what needed to be done, not what was socially accepted. A day spent dragging a five gallon bucket up and down heat packed garden rows was a day well spent. The days I looked forward to most, where those following the footsteps of my father. Little did I know how important those days were.\r\n\r\nIt is those memories, that way of life, and that example that I now see through my daughters eyes. Different, our setting, yet similar, our sight. She drags her golf clubs, her fishing lures and her dog wherever her Daddy leads. I watch her look to him for acceptance, guidance and approval. She will define her worth, her will and her power through his words, his actions and his hands. Carefully she looks to him when fear sets in awaiting his response so that she can assess her surroundings. Prideful she turns to him when she learns something new. It is the weight of my world he carries and he does so with ease.\r\n\r\nHis wet towels can remain on the floor, his socks may rest exactly where they fall and our remote always tuned precisely to a sport I will never understand as long as he leads our daughter the way a Father should. All too well I know her future is at the mercy of her present. She will expect to be treated the way he treats her. She will be limited only by the limits he allows her to set. Her dreams her goals and her self-image are all being formed as he teaches her how to mow the grass. A love even I can’t articulate grows each time I see her smile at a man that no other will ever compare.\r\n\r\nUnknowingly he is preparing her for a world that will tell her she isn’t enough, limit her at every turn and make her question all she knows. He is preparing her well and just like her mother, she will rise above the obstacles, face any darkness and smile through any storm, all because her father believes she can. He is my husband, my best friend and my biggest supporter, but this week I celebrate his most incredible achievement. He is her father, her compass and her protector. For all the dads that encourage their daughter to fix tractors, mend fences and bait their own hook, the world is a brighter place because of you. Happy Father’s Day to the grass mowers and world changers, you are loved.\r\n\r\n<em>Cherimie Crane Weatherford, owner of SugarBelle boutique, Celadon Real Estate Broker and observer of all things momentous and mundane lives on Lady’s Island with her golfing husband, dancing toddler and lounging dogs.</em>', 'To the grass mowers and world changers', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'to-the-grass-mowers-and-world-changers', '', '', '2015-07-03 08:44:16', '2015-07-03 12:44:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23398', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(23400, 4, '2015-06-18 08:45:21', '2015-06-18 12:45:21', 'By Lee Scott\r\n\r\nIt is that time of year again. The kids are out of school, the mini-vans are packed with luggage and swim gear and families are headed to the beach. We too were headed on vacation when as we were driving out of Beaufort, we realized that we were going in the opposite direction. Instead of the beach, we were headed to the airport and Europe. Like a lot of Americans, we decided that with the Euro so low, it would be a good time to go across “the pond.”\r\n\r\nWe found that traveling to Europe can be a humbling experience. After we landed in Paris, we rented a car and it was not long before we felt like the Griswolds on their European Vacation. It took several loops around the airport to figure out how to get out of Charles de Gaulle airport. Perseverance and patience kept us going. Fortunately we had our GPS with us to assist in navigating around France. But she refused to allow us to use the “voice command” feature. Obviously she knew our pronunciations of the names of cities and streets would be horrible. We tried to manually enter the name of the street we were headed, but Rue de Mare is a common street name in France and she gave us too many suggestions. We then decided to just enter the name of the city, which she accepted and we headed south with her guidance.\r\n\r\nAs we were getting close to our destination, my husband stopped the car and chatted up some locals who were inspecting their vines. They very graciously got in their van and had us follow them to our destination. My respect for Frenchman took leaps and bounds!\r\n\r\nIt is very easy to feel out of place when visiting a foreign country. I try to think of myself as sophisticated but instead felt like Ellie May Clampett from the old sitcom Beverly Hillbillies. I found myself reduced to playing charades when trying to get someone to direct me to a rest room. We found that throughout our tour, most people were willing to help the lost Americans since we attempted to speak French.\r\n\r\nWe did have a particularly fun drive on our way to the Gorges du Verdon. Who knew that France had its own Grand Canyon! Unfortunately, our GPS and me, the navigator, led my spouse off on the backroads through endless fields of lavender. It was beautiful, but the road was basically a one lane farm road and people waved at us like we were locals. Of course they did. Who else would have been on that road!\r\n\r\nBut the real surprise for me was finding jasmine growing along the stone walls. Like Beaufort, this small white flower with its intoxicating fragrance grows all over southern France and I was not expecting to inhale the familiar scent. All in all it was a wonderful trip and I would recommend it to anyone, but it sure feels good to be home now where I can smell the jasmine which grows right here in my own yard.\r\n\r\n<em>Lee Scott, a writer and recent retiree, shares her everyday observations about life after career.  A former commercial banker responsible for helping her clients to reach their business objectives, Lee now translates those analytical skills to her writings. She recently moved to St. Helena Island with her husband and two cocker spaniels. She enjoys boating, traveling and reading. </em>', 'Ellie May goes to France', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ellie-may-goes-to-france', '', '', '2015-07-03 08:45:38', '2015-07-03 12:45:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23400', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23402, 4, '2015-06-18 08:45:43', '2015-06-18 12:45:43', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SCHOOLS-EASY-Frederick-Waddell-competes-in-the-3-3-3..jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-23404\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SCHOOLS-EASY-Frederick-Waddell-competes-in-the-3-3-3.-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"SCHOOLS - EASY --Frederick Waddell competes in the 3-3-3.\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Lady’s Island Elementary School recently hosted the WSSA Memorial Day Stack Contest. This sanctioned sport stacking tournament was the final competition of the school year for the team. In addition to the LIES stackers, competitors came from SC, NC, and GA, including nine members of Team USA. The current world champion and multi-world-record holder, William Orrell of Clemmons, NC was the All Around Champion. Orrell also set a new potential world record in the 3-6-3. The top female stacker was Anna Smith of Lady’s Island Elementary who set four new potential state records. The top LIES stackers were Patrick Myers and Jayla Champion. Other local first-place age-group winners included Frederick Waddell (picture below on left), Antwan Simmons (picture below on right), Arthur Singleton, Jacob Bartlett, Dominick Brown, Kacy Fields, Jaden Baker, Elizabeth Santos, Za’Nieya Wilson, Eli Smith, and Molly Smith.', 'Lady’s Island Elemenary hosts Sport Stacking Competition', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ladys-island-elemenary-hosts-sport-stacking-competition', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:02', '2018-07-12 14:59:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23402', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23406, 4, '2015-06-18 08:53:09', '2015-06-18 12:53:09', 'The Beaufort Academy kindergarten students were welcomed to BA’s main campus recently...as rising 1st graders! Thank you to Kazoobie Kazoos for donating the kazoos that were used in the celebration! <strong>Pictured: Kindergarten teacher Heidi Richards and student Kendall Loret lead the way as the class is welcomed to main campus by the students in first and second grades.</strong>', 'On to first grade at BA', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'on-to-first-grade-at-ba', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:01', '2018-07-12 14:59:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23406', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23410, 4, '2015-06-18 08:54:48', '2015-06-18 12:54:48', 'eCybermission is an Army Educational Outreach Program for competitions designed to engage and guide students interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education! eCybermission is a web-based competition to promote students solving real life problems in their community. Through the program, teams of three or four students are asked to identify a problem in their community related to one of seven following areas:\r\n\r\n•  alternative sources of energy\r\n•  the environment\r\n•  food\r\n•  health and fitness\r\n•  force and motion\r\n•  national security and safety\r\n•  robotics\r\n•  technology\r\n\r\nThis year BA students competed against 4,200 students during the competition to win their awards. After selecting their mission challenge, students work in teams under the guidance of a team advisor to propose a solution. Mrs. Payne was the Team Advisor, who worked with 7 teams in the 6th and 7th grade.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23411\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SCHOOLS-BMS-ecybermission-team.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23411\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SCHOOLS-BMS-ecybermission-team-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Karen Madden and Bill Hager with the winning teams.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a> Karen Madden and Bill Hager with the winning teams.[/caption]\r\n\r\nMrs. Payne’s 1st place team, called the Peanut Butter Fluffs, had three members: Christy Stowe, Hope Locke and Ky McLemore who will each receive a $1,000 savings bond from eCybermission.\r\n\r\nThe project for the winning team analyzed Beaufort Middle School recycling with the goal of trying to make students and teachers more aware for the need to recycle. They advertised with posters in the hallways, went on the morning news program, and encouraged students at lunch to recycle. Did it work? When they started their analysis, the amount of recyclable trash in the bins in the back of their school was approximately 250 centimeters in depth. Since they put up posters around in the hallways and in the classroom, it has increased to approximately 556 centimeters in depth. More than double the amount of recycled materials.\r\n\r\nThe Peanut Butter Fluffs were assisted by Kathryn Madden who is the current Beaufort County Recycling Coordinator and an adjunct professor with USC Beaufort.\r\n\r\nMrs. Payne’s team that placed 2nd in the competition in South Carolina called themselves the 2nd Generation Regular Guys who consisted of Cameron Cook, Carlisle Salapare, Chance Stephens, and Rayed Hamid. Each of these students will receive a $500 dollar savings bond from eCybermission for their project.\r\n\r\nThe 2nd Generation Regular Guys project tackled how to generate electricity during our many local power outages. This enterprising team created a hydropower generator to light a bulb for a limited time – consequently no more total darkness at night when the power goes out. These students were advised by community members: Bill Hager, Local Engineering Manager at SC Electric, John Gilbert, a physicist, and Officer Kenon, a resource officer for Beaufort Middle School.', 'BMS eCybermission takes 1st and 2nd place', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bms-ecybermission-takes-1st-and-2nd-place', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:01', '2018-07-12 14:59:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23410', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23413, 4, '2015-06-18 08:56:55', '2015-06-18 12:56:55', 'Tommy Berrigan, Michael B. Bhoi, Schuler Black, Angel Lopez-Akiyama, Madison Maddox, John Mathai and Zack Scott, all from Beaufort County, graduated from the SC Governor’s School for Science &amp; Mathematics (GSSM) on Saturday, May 30, 2015.\r\n\r\nTommy Berrigan, son of Tom &amp; Paige Berrigan, will attend Northeastern University. Michael B. Bhoi, son of Paul &amp; Karen Bhoi, plans to attend Webb Institute. Shuler Black, son of David S. &amp; Kristi M. Black, will attend Vanderbilt University. Angel Lopez-Akiyama, son of Katia Akiyama, plans to attend Armstrong State University. Madison Maddox, daughter of Ron &amp; Greta Maddox, will attend Clemson University. John Mathai, son of Rob &amp; Renee Mathai, plans to attend Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering. Zack Scott, son of Daniel &amp; Cicely Scott, will attend the University of South Carolina in the fall.\r\n\r\nGSSM, recently named one of the Top-Performing U.S. Schools by The Washington Post, specializes in the advanced study of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as an emphasis on economics and entrepreneurship. A statewide public, residential high school for juniors and seniors located in Hartsville, SC, GSSM offers 48 STEM courses annually, including neuroscience, advanced genetics, calculus-based physics, differential equations and robotics.\r\n\r\nThe 111 students in the GSSM class of 2015 represent 28 different counties in South Carolina. Sixty-five percent of the school’s graduating seniors will attend South Carolina colleges and universities in the fall. Notable out-of-state schools they will attend include Duke University, Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Notre Dame, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis and University of Pennsylvania.', 'Seven Beaufort County students graduate from SC Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'seven-beaufort-county-students-graduate-from-sc-governors-school-for-science-mathematics', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:01', '2018-07-12 14:59:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23413', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23415, 4, '2015-06-18 09:04:00', '2015-06-18 13:04:00', '[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"23423,23422,23421,23420\"]\r\n<h2><b>Kickball Tournament</b></h2>\r\nBy Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nThe inaugural Water Festival Kickball Tournament didn’t go quite as according to plan, with only two teams coming to play, as organizers hoped.\r\n\r\n“It was our first kickball event” said Bernie Amay, Water Festival Sports Coordinator. “Hopefully word will get out as to how much fun was being had and more people will show up next year.”\r\n\r\nBut for those two teams that did show up, the action was non-stop. The pitchers were throwing something that resembled a rolling curve ball and then kickers would go for a sideline bunt. This might be followed by the next kicker putting the big, round, squishy ball into the outfield only to have it caught in a diving play. You’re out!\r\n\r\nSince there were only two teams, they had to play the full tournament, best out of five games, consisting of five innings each. By the time it was over, both teams felt they had won.\r\n\r\nThis will definitely be a great addition to the Water Festival line-up for next year. The Island News is already working on a possible team. You should too!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"23416,23417,23418,23419\"]\r\n<h2><b>Volleyball Tournament</b></h2>\r\nBy Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Water Festival held its annual Volleyball Tournament on Saturday and there was lots of action to go around.\r\n\r\nThe tournament had five teams in each of two categories, junior and adult, using a “round robin” style of play giving each team a chance to challenge the other teams twice. Unlike professional volleyball, each team switched sides after a few points so each team had the same handicap looking into the sun, according to Tom Welch Water Festival Coordinator and referee.', 'Covering events at the 60th Annual Beaufort Water Festival', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'covering-events-at-the-60th-annual-beaufort-water-festival', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:04:20', '2015-07-03 13:04:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23415', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23425, 4, '2015-06-18 09:04:43', '2015-06-18 13:04:43', 'By Molly Ingram\r\n\r\nIsland Girls Night Out was, once again, quite an event. Many thanks to our participating merchants: Lulu B’s, Southern Sweets, Oyster Cay Collection, Eliza B’s and Beaufort Pics and also to Irene Goodnight who manages to put this all together. Champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, fabulous dips with all kind of interesting things in them, white wine, brownies, candy, and red wine. Did I mention champagne? Yum twice over! You could shop and nibble from one end of the marketplace to the other. And then it was time for prizes. Some really wonderful items and services were given away – like Botox Treatments to a large bag with “Random Crap” on it (which pretty much defines my pocket book). Remember it is the 1st Wednesday of the month. Don’t miss July. It promises to be a scorcher!\r\n\r\n[gallery ids=\"23426,23427,23428,23429,23430,23431,23432,23433,23434,23435,23436,23437,23438,23439,23440,23441,23442,23443,23444,23445,23446\"]', 'Shopping and friends at their finest', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'shopping-and-friends-at-their-finest', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:12:58', '2015-07-03 13:12:58', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23425', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23448, 4, '2015-06-18 09:13:37', '2015-06-18 13:13:37', 'After serving eight years in the United States Navy, Ree Williams started her post-military career working for larger corporations, including one of the nation’s largest defense contractors.\r\n\r\n“But I didn’t feel at home there,” she says.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23449\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"200\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/R-Williams-1-of-13.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-23449 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/R-Williams-1-of-13-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"R Williams (1 of 13)\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a> Ree Williams[/caption]\r\n\r\nSmall business were a better fit for the Indiana native who relocated to Beaufort a little over a year ago. She now owns The Ree Williams Development Group and specializes in providing entrepreneurs with target-specific business development coaching and growth support and resources. Ree also founded her business called In the Pinc, an online hub that helps women entrepreneurs build their businesses.\r\n\r\n“With In the Pinc, I help women make sense of all their entrepreneurial thoughts and ideas, helping them start, build and grow successful small businesses,” Ree says. “I’ve always been an entrepreneur myself and I understand how important it is for women to shed the fear of falling short.”\r\n\r\nA firm believer that experience is a great teacher, Ree applies her more than 20 years of knowledge acquired through working with small businesses to each client’s specific needs and goals. She loves the risk-taking nature of her clients.\r\n\r\nRee says, “I’ve always wanted to be a teacher, thinking I would work in the traditional classroom. But God had different plans for me. While I’m still a teacher, I teach entrepreneurs. Now I know I was born to be a business owner, without a doubt!”\r\n\r\nWith In The Pinc, Ree’s alliterative mission is to embrace, encourage, educate and empower women entrepreneurs, helping them realize their dreams of becoming successful small business owners. Ree developed a variety of successful events through In the Pinc, including The Black Business Women’s Expo, the Nothing But Small Business Fair and the Beat Black Friday Holiday Bazaar, hosted throughout the U.S. She’s currently working on the 2015 Women Entrepreneurs Expo.\r\n\r\nDescribing her personal philosophy when it comes to providing support to small businesses, Ree says, “It’s not enough to know you want something; you have to know what you want and get into action to get what you want! And never spend your time battling babble! Let people talk about you, you just keep telling yourself, ‘I can do this!’”\r\n\r\nRee and her husband Mark have three adult children. Ree is a Barbie collector and loves frogs. Live frogs.\r\n\r\n“No, not to eat,” she laughs. “As pets.”', 'Navy Veteran coaches women entrepreneurs', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'navy-veteran-coaches-women-entrepreneurs', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:17:33', '2015-07-03 13:17:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23448', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23451, 4, '2015-06-18 09:19:56', '2015-06-18 13:19:56', 'Beaufort Memorial Hospital has added the first midwife to its OB-GYN team, offering expectant mothers more birthing options. Janna Jones Kersh, a certified nurse midwife, has joined Beaufort Memorial Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology Specialists and will be delivering babies alongside board-certified OB-GYNs Drs. Christopher Benson, Gregory Miller, Berniece Redmond and Claude Tolbert.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23452\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"200\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/COMMUNITY-Janna-Jones-Kersh_Non-Labcoat.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23452\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/COMMUNITY-Janna-Jones-Kersh_Non-Labcoat-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Janna Jones Kersh\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a> Janna Jones Kersh[/caption]\r\n\r\n“Having a midwife on staff will enhance our practice on several levels,” said Tolbert, who is serving as Jones Kersh’s supervising physician. “We will be able to offer midwifery care to those patients who prefer it, and with her handling routine pregnancies, we can focus on our high-risk patients.”\r\n\r\nAs a nurse midwife, Jones Kersh specializes in providing a safe, individualized childbirth experience for women with low-risk pregnancies. She is trained to take a more holistic approach to the birthing process, intervening only when necessary. Educated in the two disciplines of nursing and midwifery, she also will see patients needing gynecological and primary care services, including contraceptive counseling, family planning, preconception care, gynecological exams, menopausal management and counseling in health maintenance and disease prevention.\r\n\r\n“It’s a myth that we just care for pregnant women,” Jones Kersh said. “We focus on pregnancy and birth, but we also are trained to treat all the usual gynecological issues.”\r\n\r\nJones Kersh received her B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences from the University of Georgia in 2012. She went on to earn her Master of Science degree in Nursing with a major in Nurse-Midwifery this past December at Vanderbilt University.\r\n\r\nHer clinical experience as a graduate student included primary care in rural health facilities, labor and delivery at Vanderbilt University Hospital and the full scope of midwifery care at a Maine OB/GYN clinic. She also was among the first students to participate in a new volunteer doula program at Vanderbilt.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Memorial Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology Specialists are equipped with the latest screening and diagnostic services, including 3-D and 4-D ultrasound.', 'Janna Jones Kersh hired as first midwife', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'janna-jones-kersh-hired-as-first-midwife', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:22:05', '2015-07-03 13:22:05', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23451', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23454, 4, '2015-06-18 09:20:44', '2015-06-18 13:20:44', '<strong>Catherine F. Carpenter </strong>\r\n\r\nCatherine F. Carpenter, 65, wife of Ronald A. Carpenter, of Beaufort, SC, died Saturday, June 13th, 2015 in Beaufort Memorial Hospital.\r\n\r\nThe family will receive friends on Thursday, June 18th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at The Rotary Community Center, Oscar Frasier Park, 11 Recreation Court, Bluffton, SC. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 19, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. in Carl Anderson Memorial Chapel at Anderson Funeral Home.\r\n\r\nMrs. Carpenter was born on April 5, 1950 in Kinston, NC. She is the daughter of the late Norman Finnegan and Evelyn Quinn Finnegan.\r\n\r\nShe was a Customer Service Representative for the Town of Bluffton and was the pleasant voice you heard greeting everyone who called with, “It’s a great day in Bluffton” since 2004.\r\n\r\nSurviving in addition to her husband, Ronald; are one son, Adam Carpenter; two daughters, Lara Williams (Wayne) and Kelly Champlin (Brian); four grandchildren, Jonathan, Caleb, Connor and Hannah; one brother, Michael Finnegan and two sisters, Judy Hostrup and Pat Blackwell. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Bluffton Self Help Holiday Fund for Children, 39 Sheridan Circle #10, Bluffton, SC 29910 or call (843) 757-8000. Anderson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.', 'Obituary', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'obituary-2', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:28:22', '2015-07-03 13:28:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23454', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23456, 4, '2015-06-18 09:21:31', '2015-06-18 13:21:31', 'By Martha O’Regan\r\n\r\n‘Yea, I know I need to (blank), but I can’t/don’t because (blank)’. ‘Yea, I’m sure I would feel better if I (blank), but (blank) keeps getting in my way.’ We call these limiting beliefs ‘YeaBut’ statements and we all have them. They are the ‘I can’t affords’, ‘there isn’t enough time’, ‘yea, I could do that, but…..’, etc. These limiting beliefs were set up early in life and until we dissolve them, will keep us stuck, contribute to procrastination and self sabotage, and basically stifle our progress in life.\r\n\r\nWhat are your limiting beliefs? If you’re not sure, begin to listen to your thoughts and comments that begin with ‘I can’t, I shouldn’t, and I always do/never have’, etc. With repetition, these type statements become your truth, keeping you stuck in situations that may not serve your highest good. So, if you are working on a specific health, career, relationship, or financial goal that just isn’t lining up with ease, consider asking your family and friends to listen and lovingly kick your ‘yea butt’ when you begin spouting off these limiting statements.\r\n\r\nAs busy ‘being’ humans, we need someone to hold us accountable and keep us on task with our dreams, goals and desires in a kind, non-judgmental, and empowering way. So who is it for you..? your spouse, your children, your best friend, a co-worker? If the answer is “no one” or “myself”, then I ask, how is that working for you? If you answer ‘not so good’, then it might be time to consider having a coach to support you in taking your life to the next level. When I began coaching, there were basically only wellness/health, life and maybe a few career coaches, now there is a coach for everything you can imagine.\r\n\r\nI have the honor to be one of three support coaches in a year- long mastermind program for 24 individuals from around the world who are creating their own coaching business. These individuals have a passion to serve a specific niche which includes such populations as those desiring a yogic lifestyle, same sex couples entering into marriage, veterans and first responders managing PTSD, nurses learning self-care to manage job/life stress, couples wanting to restore/strengthen their relationship, retirees seeking to fulfill their purpose even without a job, parents educating themselves in ways to talk about sex with their children, engineers learning to live and manage their stress from the right brain, you name it, there is a coach for it.\r\n\r\nIt’s often asked ‘what is the difference between coaching and counseling’? Counseling gives us an understanding of how our past has brought us to our present circumstance, allowing us to validate why we feel the way we feel. But, once we have reached that point of understanding, continuing to talk about it can sometimes keep us stuck validating our behavior through our story, and not moving towards anything. Coaches support you in getting from your present life experience to a desired result, by rearranging or dissolving some of your limiting patterns and behaviors that have kept your goals ‘just a nice idea’.\r\n\r\nBecause coaches are not emotionally attached to the outcome, as you are, they can be extremely objective and offer insights that you may be too close to the situation to see. Coaches are trained with a variety of creative solutions to keep you focused on the big picture, while helping you get to the goal quickly and efficiently by cutting through the baggage that can easily slow you down or cloud your judgment. They ask questions, develop action plans, and lovingly kick your ‘yea butt’ when you try to quit, or limit your own ability to live out your dream or purpose on the planet.\r\n\r\nWho do you dream to be? What do you desire to do? Where do you need support? Are you ready for more joy in life? These are the questions a coach will ask, so get your ‘yea butt’ in gear and find yours today. You’ll be so glad you did. Live Awake….Have Fun!\r\n\r\n<em>Martha O’Regan, BEST Life Coach for the Awakened Shift Head, supporting those who are tired of ‘thinking’ their way to health, happiness and success and ready for a Shift of Heart. Contact her at yourbestlifecoach28@gmail.com to discover just how easy it can be to Create Your BEST Life…By Design www.bestlifecoach.net.</em>', 'Who’s kicking your yea but(t)?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'whos-kicking-your-yea-butt', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:21:48', '2015-07-03 13:21:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23456', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23458, 4, '2015-06-18 09:23:12', '2015-06-18 13:23:12', 'By Bob Sofaly\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23459\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"198\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/DSC0021.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23459\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/DSC0021-198x300.jpg\" alt=\"Davey Dempsey is the third generation to own and farm Dempsey Farm on St. Helena Island.\" width=\"198\" height=\"300\" /></a> Davey Dempsey is the third generation to own and farm Dempsey Farm on St. Helena Island.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIt’s that time of year to get fresh, right from the vine, tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, melons and peppers in all sizes and colors. That’s right, Dempsey Farms on St. Helena opened the season on June 7th and according to owner Davey Dempsey, the weather has been perfect for a bumper crop of just about everything.\r\n\r\n“We actually had a spring this year” said the heavily whiskered, barrel chested Dempsey. “Normally we go from winter straight into Hot. In fact, we are still picking strawberries…….in June!” Dempsey said the amount of rain was good and the cool nights helps a lot too, but said if they get any more rain it will be bad for his tomatoes and cantaloupes. “Too much rain takes the sugar right out of the cantaloupes.”\r\n\r\nThe only thing that didn’t go according to plan was the ripening of his tomatoes. “We need another week or so for our ‘maters to get red. But when they turn red, we are going to have a bunch of ‘em.” Dempsey said he plants tomatoes in stages so he has a fresh crop to harvest all through the summer. “We’ll be picking ‘maters until well into August”, he said. “We stay busy.”\r\n\r\nDempsey’s boasts a loyal customer base. “People have been coming here all their lives,” he said. “They come here from all over the state”.\r\n\r\nDebra Floyd and long-time friend Edith Brooks travel every year from Jackson, SC to pick vegetables and fruit. “WE just love it here” Floyd said as she looked over the tomato vines that were taller than she was.\r\n\r\n“People were calling me as early as Memorial Day wondering if we were open yet,” Dempsey said because his big tent wasn’t up. “If you see my U-PICK sign up, we doin’ something. Come on in and see for yourself.”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Dempsey Farms on St. Helena opens for the season', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dempsey-farms-on-st-helena-opens-for-the-season', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:27:08', '2015-07-03 13:27:08', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23458', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23466, 4, '2015-06-18 09:28:00', '2015-06-18 13:28:00', 'Beaufort County Library is a recipient of a grant of $16,400 to host the “Big Read” in Beaufort County. A program of the National Endowment for the Arts, the “Big Read” broadens our understanding of our world, our communities, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Managed by Arts Midwest, this initiative offers grants to support innovative community reading programs designed around a single book.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23468\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"190\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-BIG-READ-Zora-Neale-Hurston-1934-Yale-Collection-of-American-Literature-Beinecke-Rare-Book-and-Manuscript-Library.png\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-23468\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/COMMUNITY-BIG-READ-Zora-Neale-Hurston-1934-Yale-Collection-of-American-Literature-Beinecke-Rare-Book-and-Manuscript-Library.png\" alt=\"Zora Neale Hurston\" width=\"190\" height=\"294\" /></a> Zora Neale Hurston[/caption]\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Library is one of 75 non-profit organizations to receive a grant to host a “Big Read” project between September 2015 and June 2016. The “Big Read” in Beaufort County will focus on <em>Their Eyes Were Watching God</em> by Zora Neale Hurston. This is a 1937 novel and the best known work by African-American writer Zora Neale Hurston. The National Endowment for the Arts website says, “The novel narrates main character Janie Crawford’s “ripening from a vibrant, but voiceless, teenage girl into a woman with her finger on the trigger of her own destiny.” TIME Magazine included the novel in its 2005 list of the 100 best English-language novels published since 1923. The “Big Read” activities will take place in January and February, 2016.\r\n\r\nNEA Chair Jane Chu said, “The “Big Read” is a powerful example of how the arts can bring communities together and help us to connect with one another. These 75 organizations, including Beaufort County Library, are creating valuable opportunities for their communities to share wonderful stories and characters and to have meaningful conversations.”\r\n\r\nThe “Big Read” provides communities nationwide with the opportunity to read, discuss, and celebrate one of 37 selections from U.S. and world literature. These 75 selected organizations will receive “Big Read” grants to promote and carry out community-based reading programs and other activities. The NEA has also developed high-quality, free of charge, materials to supplement each title, including reader’s guides, teacher’s guides, and audio programming, all of which are available to the public on www.neabigread.org.', 'Beaufort County Library receives “Big Read” grant', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-county-library-receives-big-read-grant', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:31:55', '2015-07-03 13:31:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23466', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23471, 4, '2015-06-18 09:39:16', '2015-06-18 13:39:16', '<em>We have something new in store for all our working friends. Whether you are in a corporation, self-employed or working with a non-profit, your friends want to hear about your successes. So do we. Our new section, called Who’s News, will run each week showcasing job changes, promotions and other interesting job related developments that happen in Beaufort. Pictures are welcome and text should be limited to 150 words. Please send your submissions to theislandnews@gmail.com.</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Compliance and privacy officer joins Beaufort Memorial </strong>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23472\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/WHOS-NEWS-Regina-Verde-_-Compliance-Officer-e1435930720624.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-23472 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/WHOS-NEWS-Regina-Verde-_-Compliance-Officer-e1435930720624-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"WHO\'S NEWS - Regina Verde _ Compliance Officer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Regina Verde[/caption]\r\n\r\nRegina Verde has joined Beaufort Memorial Hospital as compliance and privacy officer. Verde served as an ethics and compliance officer for Conifer Health Solutions in Frisco, Texas, before joining BMH in May. She has also served as executive director of compliance at Piedmont Healthcare in Atlanta, and as compliance and privacy officer for both Hilton Head Regional Healthcare and Georgia Regents Health System in Augusta. Prior to focusing her career in compliance, Verde was nurse manager of the Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgical Unit at Emory University Hospital Midtown in Atlanta. She also was an assistant professor in the Department of Nursing at Brenau College in Gainesville, Ga., and served as director of educational services and development for Wellstar Health System in Marietta, Ga.\r\n\r\nIn addition to ensuring BMH meets state and federal mandates, Verde is tasked with developing educational programs and the processes necessary to keep the hospital in compliance with new regulations or changes in the law, and oversees the hospital’s HIPAA Privacy Program, which protects the confidentiality and security of patients’ health information. She also is responsible for investigating issues raised by employees, volunteers or medical staff, as well as patient privacy concerns.', 'Who’s News', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'whos-news', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:39:58', '2015-07-03 13:39:58', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23471', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23474, 4, '2015-06-18 09:41:53', '2015-06-18 13:41:53', '[caption id=\"attachment_23475\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/COMMUNITY-FREE-LIBRARY.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23475\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/COMMUNITY-FREE-LIBRARY-300x280.jpg\" alt=\"Mark and Terri Stokes at the opening of their Little Free Library exchange stand.\" width=\"300\" height=\"280\" /></a> Mark and Terri Stokes at the opening of their Little Free Library exchange stand.[/caption]\r\n\r\nTo honor her lifelong interest in reading, Mark Stokes, made his wife Terri, a “Little Free Library” exchange stand for Mother’s Day this past May. Her job was to decorate it and stock it with books. Complete with a shell-covered roof, the free-standing library now houses books for swapping for both adults and children and is located at the edge of their property on Vaux Road in Broad River Bluff.\r\n\r\nBorn into a reading family, Terri is consumed by the idea of sharing her love of reading and making it available to all. When she heard about the “Little Free Library” program, she knew she needed to bring one to Beaufort. Terri is well aware of the staggering statistics that tell the story of South Carolina illiteracy and non-existent opportunities for children to read outside of school. Terri reports there is a Little Free Library in Port Royal and on the Spanish Moss Trail. She hopes others will be inspired to put one in their neighborhoods and into areas where there is a need for access to books.\r\n\r\nHow did it all start? The Little Free Library movement began in 2009 with inspiration from free book exchanges found in coffee shops and public spaces. Early models were built with recycled materials, each unique – with a shared theme of exchanging books and bringing people together for the love of reading. The main idea is “Take a book, leave a book.” As of January 2015, there are over 25,000 registered Little Free Libraries, worldwide.', 'Not too big, not too little, just right!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'not-too-big-not-too-little-just-right', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:42:09', '2015-07-03 13:42:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23474', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23477, 4, '2015-06-18 09:45:25', '2015-06-18 13:45:25', 'On Saturday, July 25th dragons will invade Beaufort for the Annual Dragon Boat Race Day in conjunction with the 60th Beaufort Water Festival! There will be a maximum of 30 teams competing for medals during the day, with each team racing three times. The teams will be provided with a dragon boat, personal floatation devices and paddles.\r\n\r\nDragon boats originated in China more than 2000 years ago. They are about 42-feet in length and weigh roughly 2,000 pounds. The crew consists of 22 members: 20 paddlers two to a seat, a drummer and a steerer.\r\n\r\nSo what makes for a good dragon boat team? Ideally, it is having all 20 paddlers paddling in sync. The paddle speed can range from 70-90 strokes per minute, give or take a bit. Think great aerobic workout. A non-competitive boat will look like an old caterpillar going down the river and won’t move fast at all. But nobody really cares. It is just plain fun.\r\n\r\nTeams can come from anywhere. Neighborhoods, clubs, dog park friends-- any group can all sign up and compete. This is a wonderful team building opportunity within your company and great way to support the local community at the same time.\r\n\r\nDragon Boat Beaufort is an organization helping cancer survivors hit the RESET button on their lives by providing a stimulus for them to take control of their body and mind by leaving “cancer on the dock.” How? They provide cancer survivors with the opportunity to heal and regain physical and psychological strength and wellness through the camaraderie and competition of dragon boat paddling and racing.\r\n\r\nMoney raised at the Dragon Boat Race Day goes to support cancer patients and survivors with needs not covered by usual means. Examples include paying for patients’ gasoline so they can afford to drive to medical treatments, delivering food to recovering cancer patients, paying for nutritional supplements, daycare, medical supplies, dental work and stipends toward medical insurance.\r\n\r\nThe Dragon Boat Beaufort Fund is housed under the prestigious Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, a 501(c) 3 non- profit organization. For additional information contact Dragon Boat Beaufort at 843-473-4477 or email them at info@dragonboatraceday.com.', 'How fast can your team paddle?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'how-fast-can-your-team-paddle', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:47:13', '2015-07-03 13:47:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23477', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23481, 4, '2015-06-18 09:49:28', '2015-06-18 13:49:28', 'By Danette Vernon\r\n\r\nHave you ever wished you could just quit your job, and run away to the country with your children? You’d plant a garden, and maybe raise a few chickens. Your children would have their own miniature shovels and cute little garden boots. Further, you envision you and your children wandering around in the garden in the early part of the morning, checking on the chickens and pulling rain washed beans off of flower laden shoots. Oh, and the pictures you could send grandma of the kids, and your latest batch of baby chicks! Priceless.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/COMMUNITY-DAY-CARE-5-Elijah-Moore-painting.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23482\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/COMMUNITY-DAY-CARE-5-Elijah-Moore-painting-224x300.jpg\" alt=\"COMMUNITY - DAY CARE 5 Elijah Moore painting\" width=\"224\" height=\"300\" /></a>But, it’s not happening. You can’t quit your job, and your kids are in daycare. You might as well throw away those old copies of Mother Earth News—and since when have your kids ever touched a green bean anyways? They hate them.\r\n\r\nOr do they?\r\n\r\nMy name is Danette Vernon, and at my house on several mornings a week, you can hear the sound of children’s laughter, a hose running, and repetitive, yet affable discussions on, “whose turn is it next?” I’m watering the organic garden behind my house—but the children aren’t mine. I run a small private daycare on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\nThe parents of these children have decided upon an alternative to the standard daycare setting. With the overall “greening” of America, and the bloom of young parents committed to feeding their children organic, parents want continuity. In the 40+ hours a week that their children spend at daycare while they’re at work, some parents want their child to eat just as they do at home—as much organic as possible. But it’s about more than just finding a daycare that offers better food. You can pack your child a lunch if you are that concerned about it.\r\n\r\nIn our world of supervised play dates and iPods, parents are beginning to be stirred by the idea of their children having experiences that are, for the lack of a better word, “real.”\r\n\r\nThis spring the children and I planted seeds, and their parents bought them those “cute little garden boots.” They planted, watered, measured, and then finally a few weeks ago, they tested their crops. They tried green beans. Not everyone liked that first bite, but within minutes, they were sitting together between the rows, pulling off green beans and happily eating them fresh from the garden. The idea of food being free for the taking—outside—astonished them.\r\n\r\nAlong the way, we shoveled and scraped and hammered, following the premises expounded upon by author and patent holder, Gever Tulley. He has taught groups of elementary school age kids in summer camps, since 2005, to build things, and to explore possibilities, activities that became the springboard for his book, “50 Dangerous Things (that you should let your children do).” We operate a bit smaller at Beaufort Babysitting by Serendipity Services. I only keep three children per day, for one thing, and the children are predominantly pre-schoolers. You would still find, however, children feeling competent and affirmed by outside- of- the- box experiences. Four year olds rehearse with bits of wood, and then go on to paint real things, like 6’ flower boxes, or parts of an old bench that we were refurbishing. Two, three, and four year olds have shoveled compost for the garden at my place. On other days they practice watering the worms in our vermicomposting pit, getting the worms moist, but not wet. Children that stay with me for any length of time know where a banana peel goes, the reasons why we put egg shells around our lemon tree, and of course, they have eaten green beans—right out of the garden.\r\n\r\nAnd while the parents that I work for have not been able to quit their jobs, every so often, they take the time to leisurely work their way through a row of vegetables for themselves, munching as they go. And the pictures they have of their children with our baby chicks? Priceless.\r\n\r\nFor more information go to www.childcarebeaufort.weebly.com.', 'The greening of your local daycare', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-greening-of-your-local-daycare', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:51:01', '2015-07-03 13:51:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23481', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23484, 4, '2015-06-18 09:52:30', '2015-06-18 13:52:30', '<em>President of the Friends of Crystal Lake, Peggy Allard, shares her determination to preserve the park</em>\r\n\r\nFirst I was sad now I am angry. However, along with that anger is determination. I am determined that this action, whether deliberate, or a stupid activity that got out of hand, will not stop the progress of this park. Although a setback, it only spurs all the dedicated volunteers and county officials to continue this work so everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of this property. The goal of the Friends of Crystal Lake is to have this 26 acre piece of land provide walking trails, fishing spots, places to sit and relax from daily stresses, and to be able to enjoy the vista of the beautiful lake from our dock. It is this dock that was recently burned down to the water that must be rebuilt.\r\n\r\nFor some things words seem totally inadequate and such is the feeling I get when viewing the burned remains of the dock on Crystal Lake. Why would anyone simply decide to burn down a structure that they were apparently using; it makes no sense. This is our land; we the people of Beaufort County own it. Whoever burned down the dock, was actually destroying something that is essentially theirs. They need to learn to appreciate what they destroyed by putting time and energy back into building this park.\r\n\r\nIt is sad and frustrating that someone has so little regard for the hard work of others, that they just destroy it. But the Friends of Crystal Lake are dedicated and determined. We will complete work on the Lake trails and we will replace the dock and we will find out who did this. And then we can all enjoy this wonderful oasis of tranquility and beauty right in the middle of Lady’s Island.', 'Crystal Lake dock burned down! ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'crystal-lake-dock-burned-down', '', '', '2015-07-03 09:54:34', '2015-07-03 13:54:34', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23484', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(23487, 4, '2015-07-09 18:17:11', '2015-07-09 22:17:11', '<strong>Beaufort Sportfishing &amp; Diving Club to meet  </strong>\r\n\r\nThe July meeting for the BSFDC will be held Thursday, July 9th at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing club located on Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Daniel Nussbaum of the well-known lure maker Z-Man will present a seminar on his companies well known baits. Everyone is encouraged to bring their note pad. The seminar will be based on year round fishing – winter, spring, summer, and fall with preferred baits based on water temperature and the water clarity and sunlight. Guests are always invited and you do not need a reservation. For additional information, contact Captain Frank Gibson 843-522-2122 or fgibson@islc.net.\r\n\r\n<strong>Solid Waste Manager to be LIBPA speaker  </strong>\r\n\r\nMr. Jim Minor, Beaufort County Solid Waste Manager will be the guest speaker at the Tuesday, July 14th meeting of the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association which will be held at 8 a.m. in the Beaufort Realtor’s Association headquarters located in the Palmetto Business Park (behind BB&amp;T Bank on Lady’s Island Drive). The meeting is open to the public. Mr. Minor has served as the Beaufort County Solid Waste Manager since 2002. In the event of a hurricane or other disaster, he is the County’s manager responsible for clearing and disposal of debris. His present duties include the operation of 12 collection facilities in Beaufort County and planning for handling the future waste stream of Beaufort County. Prior to assuming his present position he was appointed by the Governor to serve as the Berkeley County representative on the Charleston Naval Complex Redevelopment Authority which was instrumental in the planning and directing of the reuse of the former Naval Base/Shipyard. Following a 25 year career as a General Foreman and Nuclear Director of the Marine Machine Shop at the Charleston Naval Shipyard he served as the Director of Planning for Charleston Southern University. He has a Master of Business Administration degree from Charleston Southern University.\r\n\r\n<strong>100 Women Who Care to hold meeting   </strong>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Chapter of 100 Women Who Care will hold its quarterly meeting on Tuesday evening, July 14 at 5:30 p.m. The one hour meeting will be held at the First Presbyterian Church Education Building in the basement level of the Fellowship Hall which is located at the corner of North and Church Streets in Beaufort. Currently there are over 140 members, but new members are always welcome. The organization meets four times a year and votes on a charity from three nominations from members. The winning charity receives a check for $100 from each member. So far this year, 100WWC has donated over $26,000 to two local charities. For more information, please visit the Facebook page of 100 Women Who Care Beaufort.\r\n\r\n<strong>Youth shooting clinic on July 16th   </strong>\r\n\r\nThe S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Rocky Creek Sporting Clays is offering a great opportunity for aspiring young hunters of South Carolina to attend a Wing Shooting Clinic July 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in York County. Participants with wing shooting skill levels from beginners to advanced learn how to safely handle and shoot a shotgun. The clinic will introduce all the basic wing shooting skills needed for a successful bird hunt. Target presentations resemble actual field hunting situations. Youth in attendance will have the opportunity to clean, cook, and most importantly sample quail they have prepared. The local game warden will go over basic laws of bird hunting and safety while in the field. We will also have on hand some of the latest gear for bird hunting. There is no charge for the clinic and lunch will be provided. DNR welcomes parents and guardians to stay while their students participate. To register for the clinic, children must be at least 10 years of age and complete a shooting clinic application. If you would like more information or an application to attend, please contact Lt Kim Leverich at Leverichk@dnr.sc.gov or (843) 870-5574.\r\n\r\n<strong>Democratic Club to hold July meeting </strong>\r\n\r\nNorthern Beaufort County Democratic Club will be holding its monthly meeting on Thursday July 16th at the Grand Army Hall, 706 Newcastle Street, at 6:30 p.m. Our Guest Speaker will be Margaret Hammer from Moms Demand Action. The topic is month is “Gun sense for America, and how we can have sensible gun laws and safety in our community and nation.” Please come join us, all are welcome.\r\n\r\n<strong>St. Peter’s Church to have clothing sale</strong><b>  </b>\r\n\r\nSt. Peter’s Catholic Church, 70 Lady’s Island Drive, will be holding its 5th annual clothing sale July 16-18. Hours will be Thursday, July 16 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, July 17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday, July 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call (843) 592-0708 for more information.\r\n\r\n<strong>Annual Turtle Crawl 5K at Fripp Island  </strong>\r\n\r\nIt’s time for the 8th Annual Turtle Crawl at Fripp Island on July 17th at 8:30 a.m. at the Fripp Island Beach Club. A family FUN event, the morning features both a 5K Race as well as a 1 Mile Fun Walk/ Run both starting at 8:30 a.m. Help raise funds and awareness for the Fripp Island Loggerhead Patrol and make the 8th Annual Turtle Crawl the most successful year yet. As always, there will be t-shirts, prizes, food, and fun! $25 entrance fee for both races. Proceeds benefit the Fripp Island Turtle Program, a 501(c) 3 non-profit volunteer nest protection program permitted by the SC DNR and dedicated to the conservation of sea turtles and educating the public about this amazing species. Sign-up today to join the FUN.\r\n\r\n<strong>Integrative Healing Arts Sampler on July 25</strong><b>    </b>\r\n\r\nClinical style delivery of counseling, massage, chiropractic, neuro-emotional, Healing Touch, nutritional, reflexology, and more by licensed volunteer practitioners and team. Event is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is located at 705 Bladen Street, Beaufort, SC. $10 donation for each 20 minute session. Christian healing prayer and scholarships for services also on-site. Registration starts at 9 and spots are limited but free entry to public to visit. Samplers occur on last Saturday of each month. Sponsored by MinistriesforSynergeticWellness.org to raise funds for those who cannot afford holistic mental health and healing arts services. For questions email reneesutton@healthierhealing.com.\r\n<h2><b>Upcoming library events    </b></h2>\r\nTo be held at the <strong>Beaufort Branch Library</strong> at 311 Scott Street, Beaufort.\r\n\r\nEvent: <strong>Poison Pen Mystery Book Club\r\n</strong>Date: Monday, August 10 at 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\r\nDescription: Enjoy a discussion of mysteries over refreshments. For July, we’re reading <em>The Tourist</em> by Olen Steinhauer.\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">Milo Weaver has tried to leave his old life of secrets and lies behind by giving up his job as a “tourist” for the CIA—an undercover agent with no home, no identity. Now he’s working a desk at the agency’s New York headquarters. But when the arrest of a long-sought-after assassin sets off an investigation into a colleague, exposing new layers of intrigue in his old cases, he has no choice but to go back undercover and find out who’s been behind it all from the very beginning.</p>\r\nFor more information, contact Ann Cox at (843) 255-6458 or acox@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\nEvent: <strong>Go Green, Save Green\r\n</strong>Date: Saturday, August 22 at 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon\r\nDescription: Discover how ecological choices can be economical ones, too, from energy to household products.  Learn what you can do as an individual to help the planet and your wallet at the same time. For more information, contact Ann Cox at (843) 255-6458 or acox@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\nEvent: <strong>One on One Computer Help  </strong><b>\r\n</b>Date: Mondays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Please call to confirm availability.\r\nDescription: Need help with computers? Stop by the Beaufort Branch Library on Monday or Thursday evenings; a tech expert will be standing by to assist you with all your technology needs! For more information, contact Stacey Inman at (843)255-6458 or sinman@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\nEvent: <strong>Technology/Resume Open Lab    </strong><b>\r\n</b>Date: Tuesdays in August from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.\r\nDescription: Bring your iPad, tablet, Smartphone, or laptop in for assistance. Need help tweaking your resume? Drop in for one-on-one assistance. A librarian will be standing by to assist you.\r\n\r\n<em>For information on any of the programs, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or call (843) 255-6456.</em>', 'What To Do the week of July 9th-15th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-july-9th-17th', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:37:41', '2015-07-09 22:37:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23487', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23491, 4, '2015-07-09 18:22:20', '2015-07-09 22:22:20', '<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PETS-buddy.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-23492\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PETS-buddy-185x300.jpg\" alt=\"PETS - buddy\" width=\"185\" height=\"300\" /></a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Buddy is a loyal dog who desires attention and loves spending time outdoors. Active and playful, he would be a great walking or running partner. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PETS-Jonesy-2.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-23493\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PETS-Jonesy-2-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"PETS - Jonesy (2)\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Jonesy is a beautiful girl who loves to spend her time laying in the sun. A little shy at first, but will come out of her shell to play! She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Monday - Saturday from 12 to 7 p.m. Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more information.</em></p>', 'Pets of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pets-of-the-week-8', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:22:20', '2015-07-09 22:22:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23491', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23495, 4, '2015-07-09 18:22:51', '2015-07-09 22:22:51', 'TripsWithPets.com has launched a new and enhanced comprehensive directory which allows pet parents to find pet friendly attractions, restaurants, beaches and other pet friendly things to do in the United States and Canada.\r\n\r\nThe new directory allows pet parents to not only use the site to plan extended trips, but to find pet friendly things to do right around the corner. Looking to head out on a day excursion? Find everything from pet friendly wineries to places to pan for gold with your pooch. Just enough time for a quick outing? Find a pet friendly restaurant or a dog friendly beach in an instant. Kim Salerno, the President and Founder of Trips with Pets, Inc., is excited about how the launch of the new directory will make traveling with pets easier.\r\n\r\nMany unexpected venues will allow or even cater to pets but people do not know to ask. TripsWithPets.com has done the research and asked the questions for pet parents to create this new feature, which will educate people of their options and reduce the time and hassle of sniffing out new pet friendly places to explore! To find out more, visit www.tripswithpets.com.', 'Pet friendly attractions for your vacation', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pet-friendly-attractions-for-your-vacation', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:22:51', '2015-07-09 22:22:51', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23495', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23497, 4, '2015-07-09 18:26:11', '2015-07-09 22:26:11', 'By Dr. Parker T. Barker\r\n\r\nAnd you wonder why dogs smell the butts of other dogs. Have you ever gotten an up-close personal whiff of a friend who had too much garlic at lunch and is currently reeking of it? Same thing can happen to dogs. We need a little help to keep our mouths “minty fresh” as they say on TV. Seriously, no dog should have bad breath. But sometimes it isn’t just because we’ve been chewing on something in the yard that is yucky. Sometimes it means we are sick. Here are some things to look for that will let you know if you go for the tooth brush or for the Vet.\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest hints that your dog is having mouth problems is if they suddenly become a chewer of all things with texture. Like a toddler, dogs will want to rub their gums or teeth if they hurt and chewing is a great way to do it. Other things that should make you consider your dog’s teeth might be causing a problem:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PETS-dog-220430.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23498\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/PETS-dog-220430-300x292.jpg\" alt=\"PETS - dog-220430\" width=\"300\" height=\"292\" /></a>1. Foul odor coming from your dog’s mouth\r\n2. Red or swollen gums\r\n3. Bleeding gums\r\n4. Sudden change in eating or chewing habits\r\n5. Pawing at the face or mouth\r\n6. Compulsive nose licking</p>\r\nIf you notice any of the things above, please take ol’ Fido to the Vet as soon as possible.\r\n\r\nAlso, if your dogs breath suddenly has an unusual smell it might be time to see your Veterinarian. The smell might indicate a more severe problem than just teeth. For example:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">• Unusually sweet or fruity breath could indicate diabetes, particularly if your dog has been drinking and urinating more frequently than usual.\r\n• Breath that smells like urine can be a sign of kidney disease.\r\n• An unusually foul odor accompanied by vomiting, lack of appetite, and yellow-tinged corneas or gums could signal a liver problem.</p>\r\nSo now you have ruled out really serious problems, what do you do?\r\n\r\nIf plaque is the culprit, your dog might require a professional cleaning. If it’s an issue of diet, you might have to change your dog’s regular food. If the cause is gastrointestinal or an abnormality in your dog’s liver, kidneys, or lungs, please consult your Vet about steps you should take.\r\n\r\n<strong>What steps should I be taking to keep my dog from getting dental problems?</strong>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">• Feed your dog a high-quality, easy-to-digest food.\r\n• Brush your dog’s teeth frequently —every day is ideal. (Please be sure to use toothpaste formulated for dogs as human toothpaste can upset a canine’s stomach.)\r\n• Provide hard, safe chew toys that allow your dog’s teeth to be cleaned by the natural process of chewing.\r\n• Give your dog well-researched treats formulated to improve breath.</p>\r\n<strong>OK, I’ve decided to brush my dog’s teeth. What do I do now?</strong>\r\n\r\nBrushing your dog’s teeth isn’t the easiest of tasks to accomplish. Ideally, you started when they were just a pup so that seeing a brush coming towards them doesn’t cause panic. But the reality is that few dogs get their teeth brushed when they are old or when they were young.\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">1. Try to brush at the same time every day or every week.\r\n2. The best time for brushing is after walking and feeding but right before bed, when your dog may be most relaxed.\r\n3. Inspect your dog’s mouth before brushing. Make sure the gums are pink and not bleeding, and look for broken or chipped teeth. If you spot any of these signs, take your dog to the Vet for a checkup.\r\n4. Introduce the taste of toothpaste to your dog before you brush. The best way to do this is by applying a small amount of toothpaste to your index finger and allowing your dog to smell and taste it. Did you know canine toothpaste comes in flavors? Chicken is my personal favorite.\r\n5. After your dog has sniffed the toothpaste and is used to its taste, apply more toothpaste to your index finger and carefully touch the gums, so your dog gets used to the feeling.\r\n6. Remember; do not attempt to wipe all of the teeth in the first or second brushing.\r\n7. After you have introduced cleaning and toothpaste to your dog, it’s time to introduce the toothbrush.</p>\r\nExperts say take it slowly. This is like training a dog to do a new trick. You need to make it stressless and fun for your pooch and do it often so they remember.\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">• Apply a small amount of toothpaste to the toothbrush.\r\n• Let the dog lick it off.\r\n• Start by brushing one tooth with a gentle back and forth motion.\r\n• Gradually increase the number of teeth brushed by one tooth per day.</p>\r\nSo that’s it folks. You really do need to clean your dog’s teeth even if they don’t smell like the inside of a garbage can. Bad breath in dogs can be managed, but like all things it will take some effort on your part and some good tasting tooth paste!\r\n\r\n<em>Dr. Parker T. Barker received his doctorate in Squirrel Chasing and Hoovering from the University of Hartford, CT Rescue Center. </em>', 'Does your dog suffer from Howlitosis?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'does-your-dog-suffer-from-howlitosis', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:26:43', '2015-07-09 22:26:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23497', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23501, 4, '2015-07-09 18:30:33', '2015-07-09 22:30:33', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/GARDENING.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23502\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/GARDENING-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"GARDENING\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>By Susan Stone\r\n\r\nJuly is the month we continue weeding, fertilizing roses and other annuals. We are literally enjoying the fruits of our labor and grateful for the frequent rains. Being at mid-season, there is not much to plant other than pumpkins seeds.\r\n\r\nSo this month, let us take a look at our obsession with green lawns and perfect gardens. According to Bill Chameides, former dean of Duke’s Nicholas School of the Environment, we dump over 3,000,000 tons of inorganic fertilizer and 30,000 tons of pesticides on residential lawns and gardens every year. These synthetic chemicals are not only killing bees, aquatic animals and domestic animals, it’s killing us. We carry these poisons back in the house on our feet and paws; contaminating our living space. The runoff in to local water supplies means it’s in our drinking water right now. The problem is so simple to solve, you can begin right away. Stop using them.\r\n\r\nIt is really that simple. Just stop! There are so many alternatives available that there is no reason to keep poisoning the planet. If you have a landscape service, ask them what they are using. If they won’t go green, find someone else. If they want to charge you extra to use non-toxic products, find someone else. The cost of going organic will save you not cost you. The ingredients for organic products are pennies on the dollar compared to synthetic chemicals.\r\n\r\n“Out of the 30 most commonly used lawn pesticides; 19 have studies that point toward carcinogens, 13 are linked to birth defects, 21 with reproductive effects, 15 with neurotoxicity, 26 with liver or kidney damage, 27 are sensitizers and 11 have the potential to disrupt the endocrine (hormonal) system.” Quoted from www.beyondpesticides.org\r\n\r\nI have worked in this industry for over 30 years. Back in 1997 an employer sent me to school to be certified as a spray tech and licensed to store the chemicals. I did complete the training, but refused the certificate because I learned enough to know I would never use them again. And so began my practice of sustainable gardening.\r\n\r\nChanging your products doesn’t mean you give up a green lawn or beautiful garden. You can have both and help the planet at the same time.\r\n\r\n<em>Please send your gardening wisdom and questions to Susan at  susan@outdoorarchitecture.com. If you are asking about a particular disease or pest; please include a photo if possible.</em>', 'It is time to go green with your lawn & garden', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'it-is-time-to-go-green-with-your-lawn-garden', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:30:33', '2015-07-09 22:30:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23501', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23504, 4, '2015-07-09 18:34:53', '2015-07-09 22:34:53', 'By Celia Strong\r\n\r\nOh, boy! Aggressive aren’t we? But, with good reason. Reason being more than another good wine this week. We are all working really hard lately at breaking down some of our own personal wine barriers and hurdles. And, we’re doing really well. Like last week’s excellent Chilean Cabernet in a three liter box. Never thought we’d see that! So, come along for our trip and our lesson, and we’ll all see what we can and can’t this week.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Screen-Shot-2015-07-09-at-6.31.56-PM.png\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23505\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Screen-Shot-2015-07-09-at-6.31.56-PM-175x300.png\" alt=\"Screen Shot 2015-07-09 at 6.31.56 PM\" width=\"175\" height=\"300\" /></a>To begin, we are going to Oregon. Oregon came into the wine business much later than California did. The first wineries there date to the 1840’s, although commercial production didn’t begin until the 1960’s. Today there are almost 400 wineries that produce about two million cases a year. Once the first wineries were started in the nineteenth century, growers dabbled with vinifera grapes, but table fruits were more popular for a long time. In 1979, Eyrie Vineyards from Dundee, Oregon, entered a bottle of their 1975 Pinot Noir in the Wine Olympics. That bottle was rated among the top Pinot Noirs in the world. This international recognition put Oregon firmly into the wine business.\r\n\r\nToday, Pinot Noir is still, by far, their most important variety. Pinot Gris is second, with about a quarter of the vineyard plantings of Pinot Noir, followed by Chardonnay, Merlot, Riesling, and other varieties. There are plenty of Oregon AVAs, several that even overlap into Washington. We have covered them before, but I think we can skip them this week. Only because our wine has a “generic” Oregon appellation. Weather in Oregon includes a lot of cloudy and rainy days. About nine months’ worth. The western third of the state is much wetter than the eastern. In areas like the Willamette Valley, their biggest wine AVA, winters are milder and summers are hot and relatively dry. Good grape growing conditions.\r\n\r\nUnderwood is our winery this week. Part of the Union Wine Company. In 2001, Ryan Harms moved to Oregon. He worked for some of the great Oregon wineries, but ended up not being happy with the higher prices that many Oregon wines sold for. So, he decided he could make quality wines that were more affordable. At the end of the day, wine is just a beverage. Part of a meal, often, but it becomes a great thing when it brings families and friends together. Wine buying should not be hard either. With this type of thinking, Underwood came up with a phenomenal idea. Wine in cans. Because they can! Because this way people, meaning us, can get and drink good wines without a lot of fuss. The hardest part is getting beyond the idea. But we’re beyond boxes after last week and this is the obvious next step.\r\n\r\nUnderwood is not the first company to offer cans of wines. Other United States wineries have made sparkling wines in cans. (One of them, we have sold here for many years.) Underwood is the first still wine in a can. So, here they are. Metal cans with a special spray on lining inside so that the taste of the wine is exactly the same as when it’s from a bottle. Each can is 375 milliliters, exactly half of a bottle. That means two full size glasses in each can. And for exactly half the price of the full bottle. (Underwood Pinot Noir is $11.99 a bottle. The can of the same exact wine is $5.99. So, really you save a penny by buying two cans. Plus, you get to have the fun of having the can.) At Underwood, they say the wine will age better in the cans - no light at all hits it - and the aluminum cans can be recycled more easily than the bottles. Plus, how cool is it to sip wine at the beach that looks like you’re drinking a soda? Cans are easier to carry and to dispose of. Cans are also definitely easier to open. And, yes, they can be six-packed, just like beer. And cans travel well!\r\n\r\nSo, Underwood Pinot Gris is sourced from vineyards across the state. From hillside and valley floor growers. It is clean and crisp with great acidity and lingering flavors of lemons, apples and pears. And a tiny hint of flowers. It a lighter body style white, perfect for the months of hot weather we can still expect.\r\n\r\nThe Underwood Pinot Noir also is made from grapes from across the state. By blending as many sources as they do, this wine has pieces and parts of all the great Pinot styles that come from Oregon. Including the rich juicy textures of Oregon Pinot. It has dark cherry, blackberry, cola and mild earth tones. A really spectacular wine for the price.\r\n\r\nSo, here we have two flavors of portable and very potable wine. For a ridiculously low price. (Think of it this way - what would you pay for two glasses in a restaurant?) And the fun of taking them anywhere, anytime. So, yes! I can if I want to. And so can you. Enjoy.\r\n\r\n<em>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</em>', 'I can, I can if I want!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'i-can-i-can-if-i-want', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:34:53', '2015-07-09 22:34:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23504', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23508, 4, '2015-07-09 18:36:29', '2015-07-09 22:36:29', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SPORTS-BHSWrestlingTeam-e1436481372202.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23509\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SPORTS-BHSWrestlingTeam-e1436481372202-300x213.jpg\" alt=\"SPORTS - BHSWrestlingTeam\" width=\"300\" height=\"213\" /></a>The Beaufort High School wrestling team, the 2015 Region 8-AAA and Lower State champions, placed first out of 14 high schools at the 2015 Newberry College Wrestling Camp with a dual record of 13-1. BHS wrestlers Connor Gruel, Tramon Jenkins, Tramone Jenkins, Kamren Spann, and Will Spann were selected to compete in an all-star tournament by the Newberry College coaching staff. Tramon Jenkins, Tramone Jenkins and Will Spann won their duals in the individual tournament.', 'BHS wrestling shines', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bhs-wrestling-shines', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:36:29', '2015-07-09 22:36:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23508', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23511, 4, '2015-07-09 18:38:19', '2015-07-09 22:38:19', '<b>BA Back to School Kickball Tournament</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy will hold it’s Back to School Kick-Off Kickball Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 4 p.m. Everyone attending the kickball tournament will need to meet at the BA football field. All proceeds from the kickball tournament will benefit Beaufort Academy Blue &amp; White Club.\r\n\r\n<b>Battery Creek High School Class of 2016 </b>\r\n\r\nRising seniors at Battery Creek High School will have Senior Portraits taken July 27th and July 28th by appointment only. Members of the Class of 2016 should call Lifetouch Photographers at 843-851-0009 or 843-851-8700 if an appointment card is not received by July 17th.To register or for more information, contact Andy at hinsonca@usmc-mccs.org, or Steve at sgiammona@bmhsc.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Scholarship winners given royal treatment</b>\r\n\r\nAlpha Delta Kappa, a sorority of women educators, awarded $3000 in scholarships at their annual end-of-year luncheon held at The Tavern at Royal Pines. Courtney Rhett Baynes, a senior at USCB majoring in Early Childhood Education, received the ADK Scholarship, which is awarded to an undergraduate USCB education student. Jordan Plair, a teacher at Beaufort High School, received The Ruth Droge Memorial Scholarship, which is given to an educator teaching and residing in Beaufort County who is pursuing a post-graduate degree in education. Each scholarship winner received $1500 paid directly to their respective universities.', 'School Notes for the week of July 9th-15th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-notes-for-the-week-of-july-9th-15th', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:01', '2018-07-12 14:59:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23511', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23514, 4, '2015-07-09 19:42:35', '2015-07-09 23:42:35', '[caption id=\"attachment_23516\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"221\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SPORTS-Dataw-dAwgs-in-2015-e1436481640470.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23516\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SPORTS-Dataw-dAwgs-in-2015-e1436481640470-221x300.jpg\" alt=\"Dataw dAWGS in 2015 at their reunion.\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a> Dataw dAWGS in 2015 at their reunion.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23517\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SPORTS-Dataw-dAwgs-in-2005_cmyk-e1436485539290.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23517\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SPORTS-Dataw-dAwgs-in-2005_cmyk-e1436485539290-300x187.jpg\" alt=\"Dataw dAWGS in 2005.\" width=\"300\" height=\"187\" /></a> Dataw dAWGS in 2005.[/caption]\r\n\r\nWhen the last ball skittered over the net, Dataw fans erupted in cheers and shouts of “We love you, Dataw Boys!” Our 6.0 Senior Men had won a National Doubles Tennis Championship in Kansas City! That was back in 2005. More than 30 family members and friends traveled to the Midwest to see their beloved dAWGS compete. Earlier this month, ten years to the day, the Little dAWGS gathered for a reunion dinner at the home of Jim and Beth McCornock to reminisce, laugh, and tell stories of that memorable weekend!\r\n\r\nThe road to Kansas City was a tough one, with Dataw successfully defeating more than a dozen local teams in the Hilton Head League. From there it was on to States, Regionals in Birmingham, AL, and finally the National competition.\r\n\r\nAlthough John Putz has moved to Florida, the remaining players: Captain Bob Wishart, Co Captain Terry Lurtz, Shep Raskind, Jim McCornock, Gabe Nagy, Norm George, Lou Laiken, Jim Marks, and Roy Crocker still live on Dataw and play tennis regularly. While gathering on the front steps to take a reunion photo, they declared that the very best part was the camaraderie and enduring friendships.', 'Dataw dAWGS gather for 10 year reunion dinner', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dataw-dawgs-gather-for-10-year-reunion-dinner', '', '', '2015-07-09 19:49:34', '2015-07-09 23:49:34', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23514', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23518, 4, '2015-07-09 18:42:07', '2015-07-09 22:42:07', 'Beaufort County students Marcus Cook, Hannah Hansen, Dominic Monti and Haley Smith were among fifty-three high school rising juniors and seniors from across South Carolina who participated in the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation’s (SCFB) 2015 Youth Leadership Conference in Newberry, SC.\r\n\r\nThe conference, held on the Campus of Newberry College June 14-17, allowed students to gain valuable leadership skills, a better understanding of SC agriculture, and of Clemson University, one of the state’s land grant universities.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_23519\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SCHOOLS-Beaufort_YLC-2015.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-23519\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/SCHOOLS-Beaufort_YLC-2015-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Beaufort County students (from left to right) Marcus Cook, Hannah Hansen, Dominic Monti and Haley Smith attended the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation’s 2015 Youth Leadership Conference.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a> Beaufort County students (from left to right) Marcus Cook, Hannah Hansen, Dominic Monti and Haley Smith attended the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation’s 2015 Youth Leadership Conference.[/caption]\r\n\r\n“Our Youth Leadership Conference, sponsored by the SCFB Women’s Leadership program, allows students to explore opportunities within agriculture while developing their skills to be leaders in the industry,” SCFB Ag Literacy Director, Vonne Knight, said.\r\n\r\nIn addition to emphasizing the understanding of agriculture, the conference also featured a number of workshops focused on leadership and teamwork. The conference operates on a two-year curriculum cycle where students learn about agricultural marketing and promotion one year and about government relations and agricultural advocacy the next. This year’s conference focused on marketing commodities in South Carolina.\r\n\r\nStudents were addressed by industry professionals on leadership, team building and goal setting. Kirby Player, director of college relations for Clemson University’s College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences, introduced the conference by energizing the students and showing them what the agriculture industry has to offer for students. Director of organizational training and leadership development for SCFB, Jessica Cabrera, engaged participants in leadership activities essential for students to develop personally and professionally.\r\n\r\nParticipants heard from commodity experts on turkeys, honey bees, peanuts and collards. The commodity experts included Fairfield County turkey farmer William Coleman, Clemson bee specialist Jennifer Tsuruda, Calhoun County peanut farmer Russell Ott, and Lexington County collard grower Charles Wingard. After learning about their commodities, the students then participated in “Shark Tank” type of competition where they designed a mock project around an agribusiness plan on one of those four commodities and presented in front of a panel of “investors.”\r\n\r\nThis year’s winning team was the turkeys. Judges said their presentation was well thought out and put together and very deserving of the winning title. The team members were Hannah Hansen of Beaufort County, Jacob Taylor of Lexington County, Claire Manuel of Allendale County, Emily Burris of Anderson County, Harrison Tucker of Cherokee County, Julia Smoak of Dorchester County, Briley Lawrimore of Georgetown County, Luke Newton of Greenwood County, Reid Phipps of Horry County, James Hilton of Lexington County, and Mac Werts of Newberry County. The team’s two-fold plan was to clean turkey houses and haul off the waste for a fee. They would then turn the litter into fertilizer and sell it for a profit.\r\n\r\n“South Carolina’s agricultural industry is a vital part of the state’s economy,” SCFB President David Winkles said. “We advocate so our kids and grandkids can farm long after we are gone. Educating our youth on opportunities available to them within the agriculture industry is the first step in involving students so they can have a lasting voice in today’s issues.”', 'Four local students learn leadership and agriculture at SC Farm Bureau Conference', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'four-local-students-learn-leadership-and-agriculture-at-sc-farm-bureau-conference', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:59:01', '2018-07-12 14:59:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23518', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23522, 4, '2015-07-09 18:44:04', '2015-07-09 22:44:04', '<strong>Thank you, Beaufort!</strong>\r\n\r\nWe recently offered two showings of the award winning documentary film “Bag It” to bring public awareness to the ubiquitous presence of single use plastics, such as bags and water bottles, and their effect on our environment. A special thank you goes to the Beaufort Plaza Cinema and the Technical College of the Lowcountry who both provided their space free to the public. Bi-Lo and Publix each donated reusable bags to distribute to the audiences. Even the grocery stores see the advantage of using your own bags rather than plastic! We thank you!\r\n\r\nFinally, we are sincerely grateful for the many participants who came because they want to do something about this insidious problem. After viewing this dynamic film they realize that OUR conveniences become the degradation of our oceans, marine life, and environment.\r\n\r\nWe are open to further showings as well as your feedback; we know there is more we can do!\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 330px;\">Sincerely,\r\nBonnie Wright &amp; Denise Parsick</p>\r\n<em>The Island News encourages all our readers to share their thoughts, reactions, and concerns with us about what we publish or the larger world around us and we will share the appropriate ones with you.          </em><em>– Molly Ingram, Editor</em>', 'Letter to the Editor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'letter-to-the-editor-16', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:44:04', '2015-07-09 22:44:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23522', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23524, 4, '2015-07-09 18:47:55', '2015-07-09 22:47:55', '[gallery columns=\"5\" ids=\"23525,23526,23527,23528,23529\"]\r\n\r\nBy Molly Ingram\r\n\r\nThe editorial staff of The Island News spent seven hours driving around Beaufort proper over last weekend in search of the best patriotically decorated homes to share with our readers. We drove up and down The Point, all around the Historic District, Pigeon Point, all the streets behind Bay Street up to Ribaut Road, the Mint Point area, Picket Fences, Mossy Oaks, and lots of undefined areas of houses.\r\n\r\nWhat we found made us head to the nearest bar. Less than 5% of houses were displaying the American Flag. Granted that was based on me doing the counting but it was hard to find a flag. If anything, the 5% is on the high side.\r\n\r\nOne house and one business displayed the American Flag with the State of South Carolina Flag. One! Beaufort is an historic town, or at least that’s what people tell us. A town that should be incredibly proud of its American heritage. But we sure didn’t show it this past 4th of July weekend.\r\n\r\nOn the good side, we did find one house that took decorating to a new level. The Taub House which is the 4th oldest house in Beaufort and is located on New Street in the Historic District. This was a house that wanted the world to know it got 100% behind the red, white and blue. Now, do we expect every house to look like the Taub House? Certainly not. We found two blocks where the residents all put in some effort and most all of the houses displayed both flags and bunting. And it looked great and made you feel proud. So thanks to all of the families who did manage to wave the flag so to speak and if we missed your house, let us know and we’ll make sure it is on our list of must-see for next year. In 2016, I’m advocating for a parade too!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Beaufort, where was your red, white and blue?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-where-was-your-red-white-and-blue', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:47:55', '2015-07-09 22:47:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23524', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(23531, 4, '2015-07-09 18:49:16', '2015-07-09 22:49:16', 'By Lee Scott\r\n\r\nLast week I went for a walk on the beach with some girlfriends. There were five of us and we had decided to wear our bathing suits under our shorts and t-shirts just in case we wanted to go in for a swim. As we neared the end of our walk, three of the women stripped down to their bathing suits and started to run just like little kids into the pounding waves. At first I was not sure if I was going to swim. I did not bring a towel or a hair brush for afterwards. But as I was watched the women run into the waves, I decided to go for it. Who really cared about how we looked. We were just having fun. I ran into the ocean and joined my friends. As the waves came crashing into us we were howling and laughing like teenagers.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/VOICES-LEE.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-23532\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/VOICES-LEE-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"VOICES - LEE\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>I had forgotten how much fun it was to be playing in the ocean. As I have grown older, I have spent more time looking at the ocean than playing in it. With the current shark attacks along the east coast, everyone is being much more cautious about the beach. It makes you more vigilant. But there still seems to be a draw for people to return to the ocean each year. Maybe there is something in our DNA that makes us want to walk a sandy beach and play in the salty water.\r\n\r\nWhile we played in the waves that morning, I watched as people started to fill the beach. Couples were walking their young children and picking up shells and dog owners were walking their dogs. One black Lab looked overjoyed. He would chase the waves back and forth and then go after his ball in the sandy water. I stood watching him once and got knocked down by a huge wave crashing over me.\r\n\r\nAs we grabbed our shirts and t-shirts and headed back to the car, I realized that living within ten miles from the ocean means I can do this all the time. The salt water dried on our bodies and our hair was stiff by the time we got back to our neighborhood. But as I said goodbye to each of the women, I felt a reconnection to my youth. Amazing what a swim in the ocean can do for you. Just be careful!\r\n\r\n<em>Lee Scott, a writer and recent retiree, shares her everyday observations about life after career.  A former commercial banker responsible for helping her clients to reach their business objectives, Lee now translates those analytical skills to her writings. She recently moved to St. Helena Island with her husband and two cocker spaniels. She enjoys boating, traveling and reading. </em>', 'Surfing with the girls', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'surfing-with-the-girls', '', '', '2015-07-09 18:49:41', '2015-07-09 22:49:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=23531', 0, 'post', '', 0);
