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(37135, 4, '2018-08-16 10:56:43', '2018-08-16 14:56:43', '<b>YMCA accepting preschool applications<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nThe YMCA of Beaufort County, located at 1801 Richmond Avenue in Port Royal is now accepting<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>applications for its 2018-2019 Discovery Kids Preschool.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Discovery Kids Preschool accepts 3-and 4-year old children and is a certified preschool teaching the creative curriculum (the same as BCSD). Financial assistance is available. For more information check out the Y website: beaufort-jasperymca.org or stop at the Y front desk.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA adult soccer registration open<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nAdult Soccer Registration for adults age 18 and older is open now through August 20 at the Wardle Family YMCA located at 1801 Richmond Avenue in Port Royal.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Games/practice will start Sept. 9 and run through Nov. 5. Cost: $45 Y member and $55 non-member. Register at the Y or online: beaufort-jasperymca.org. Questions? Contact Mike Woods, Y Sports Director 843-522-9622.\r\n\r\n<b>Sea Turtle Talks<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>continue in August</b>\r\n\r\nEvery Tuesday in August, boys and girls and “children of all ages” are invited to Hunting Island State Park to learn all you ever wanted to know about sea turtles. The Friends of Hunting Island will be at the picnic pavilion near the lighthouse at 10:30 every Tuesday morning to talk about these wonderful creatures and answer all your questions. You’ll learn why and when the mother turtles return to Hunting Island, how they dig their nests and lay their eggs, what happens when the eggs hatch, and what challenges the baby turtles have on their way to the ocean. After the free talks there will be a free optional beach walk to see some nests and how they are kept safe. Sea turtles are so important to South Carolina beaches and learning about them is a first step in making sure they continue to be protected and keep coming back to Hunting Island and other coastal habitats. Please join us! Park admission entry fees apply.\r\n\r\nFor more information, go to the Friends of Hunting Island web-site and to the Facebook page: FOHI Sea Turtle Conservation Project.\r\n\r\n<b>New featured exhibit coming to BAA Gallery</b>\r\n\r\n“Blending Digital Art with Photography” is the title of an exhibit featuring artist Gordon Fritz at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery from Sept. 2 through Oct. 28. An open house and reception will be held at the Gallery on Friday, Sept. 7, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and the public is invited.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA swim team registration open</b>\r\n\r\nThe BYAC Tiger Sharks Swim Team is registering swimmers for the 2018-19 season now through Sept. 10. The Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal offers three levels of swim team depending upon an individual’s skill level. Youth ages 5 and up who meet minimum requirements will be evaluated by swim coaches to determine placement level. For more information visit beaufort-jasperymca.org, stop by the Y at 1801 Richmond Avenue, or call 832-522-9622.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA adds additional CPR training dates<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal will offer four more CPR classes for community members this year. The courses will be held on four Saturdays — Aug. 18, Sept. 8, and Oct. 13 — from 8 a.m. to noon.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nCost is $30 for this YMCA-certified course, and those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact aquatics director Lou Bergen at 843-522-9622 to register or visit beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>CERT releases class schedule for August</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County residents interested in learning more about self-sufficiency during a disaster are invited to participate in the Community Emergency Response Team Program. Participants will learn to provide emergency assistance to their families and neighbors. CERT classes are free of charge. The next series will start Aug. 7. Classes will be held at the Technical College of the Lowcountry campus in Bluffton at 100 Community College Drive in room 125.\r\n\r\nThe course will be taught in four class sessions from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and one Saturday exercise class from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Thursday, Aug. 16 — Disaster Medical II / CERT Organization</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Saturday, Aug. 18 — Fire Suppression /Disaster Search Techniques Exercise</p>\r\nFor more information or to register send an email to cert@bcgov.net or contact Major David Zeoli, Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, at 843-812-8035.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the YA Everlasting Book Club</b>\r\n\r\nIf you are an adult but still enjoy reading young adult literature, this book club is for you. The Young Adult Everlasting Book Club meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. The next title will be “Ghost” by Jason Reynolds (Aug. 8), followed by “The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano” by Sonia Manzano (Sept. 12). For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org.\r\n\r\n<b>August events at Hunting Island State Park</b>\r\n\r\nThere are fun, interesting and educational activities every day hosted by Park Ranger and Lowcountry Master Naturalist Megan Stegmeir.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Monday: Tie Dye at 2 p.m.; Boardwalk Tours and Secrets of the Salt Marsh at 4 p.m.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Tuesday: Sea Turtle Tracks at 10:30 a.m.; Beach Walks at 3 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Wednesday: Alligator Talks at 1 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Thursday: A Sunrise at the Lighthouse at 6:30 a.m. (Aug. 16); Lighthouse Tours at 10 a.m. (Aug. 9, Aug. 23); Feeding Frenzy every Thursday at 3 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Friday: Stepping Stones at 1 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Saturday: Fish Printing at noon; Creatures of the Night (Aug. 11, Aug. 18)</li>\r\n 	<li>Sunday: Reptile Talks at 11 a.m.; Sand/Candy Art at 1 p.m. (Aug. 12, Aug. 19); Full Moon Lighthouse Climb at 8 p.m. (Aug. 26)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<b>Learn to use digital services at the library</b>\r\n\r\nLearn how to instantly access and download free ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, music, and more. Bring your own favorite mobile device (tablet, cell phone, or laptop) and learn how to use the digital services offered by the library.\r\n\r\nTuesday, Aug. 21, 2 p.m.; Monday, Aug. 27, 5:30 p.m.; Thursday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. Free. For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Lowcountry Chorale looking for singers</b>\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Chorale, a mixed-voice community of singers, has begun preparation for its upcoming season. The Chorale has been singing as a group since the spring of 1997, with continuous performances twice a year. Voices needed – no audition necessary, just a love of singing! Rehearsals begin at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 21, at St. John’s Lutheran\r\n\r\nChurch, 157 Lady’s Island Drive, Beaufort. Thirteen weeks of rehearsals will culminate in performances on Friday, Nov. 16, and Saturday, Nov. 17. All who love to sing are welcome to join! The Chorale is led by music director Jordan Plair, a well-known Beaufort area music teacher and choral director. The theme for this concert is “Through The Seasons,“ and includes a variety of songs reflecting the four seasons. There is a $35 membership fee to help defray music and performance costs. Please call Marsha at 207-323-1498 for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Island Girls Night Out </b><b>hits Bay Street this month</b>\r\n\r\nThe August edition of Island Girls Night Out is set for Aug. 23. The event will be co-hosted by Reflections Old and New Antiques, Collectibles, Art and Glass at 928 Bay Street and It\'s Me Fashions, specializing in unique, affordable fashions, at 928 1/2 Bay Street.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the Port<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>Royal Challenge</b>\r\n\r\nThe YMCA Exercise-a-thon is now the YMCA Port Royal Challenge! Join us Saturday, Sept. 9,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Wardle Family YMCA located at 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal and complete as many exercise classes as you can in four hours. From HIIT Circuit, Power 30, and running to Aqua Bootcamp, test your mettle with our Y instructors. All money raised will benefit the annual 2018 Scholarship Campaign, which funds financial assistance for local individuals and families in need. The public is invited to attend. Cost is $10 per person with additional donations welcome. Contact Y Wellness Director, Denice Fanning at 843-522-9622. beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Explore the Medicine of Gone with the Wind</b>\r\n\r\nSome say that Margaret Mitchell’s depiction of the Old South came from her childhood experiences in Beaufort. The beloved novel Gone with the Wind has a lot of characters – and a fair portion of them get sick or wounded. Living historian Dave Smoot has created a new program to share his deep knowledge of mid-19th century medical treatments and practices based upon the medical manuals of the time.&nbsp;Wednesday, Aug. 29, 5:30 p.m., at the Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'August 16th-22nd events around Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'august-16th-22nd-events-around-beaufort', '', '', '2018-08-16 10:56:43', '2018-08-16 14:56:43', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37135', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37137, 4, '2018-08-16 10:57:45', '2018-08-16 14:57:45', '<h4>By Celia Strong</h4>\r\nThe Barossan. Another made-up wine name, but fairly obvious that it refers to a wine from the Barossa Valley area of Australia, an area Down Under that is one of that country’s best-known and best-producing wine regions. And a new wine for us, so even better.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nGrape-growing and winemaking in the Barossa Valley dates back to 1842. It is one of six wine-producing zones in South Australia. Shiraz is its star variety, but other reds, like Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon, also do well. Not only does the valley have a large amount of old vines that are still producing, but also numerous families with generations in the wine industry. The British were the first settlers in the valley, for agriculture but not necessarily for grapes. Prussians followed and gave the area a Germanic flavor. George Fife Angus, a London banker and merchant, owned more than 27,000 acres in the valley and needed workers. He found them with the Silesian Lutherans, who needed to escape religious persecution – settlers who were “solid, god-fearing folk, prepared to pass the weekday hours in honest toil and the sabbath in worship of their creator.” Others, besides Angus, settled in Barossa. For a long time, none of them cared about wine. From the 1800s through the 1960s and ‘70s, wines were developing. Most of them, though, were fortified styles – tawny or sherry-like. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nPeter Lehmann was born in Angaston (a village in the Barossa Valley) in 1930, the fifth generation of one of Barossa’s founding families. Peter was 14 when his father died, and he left school and got a position as apprentice winemaker<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>at Yalumba in 1947. In his years there he became one of the most promising red winemakers. His skills and experiences set the foundation for Peter Lehmann Wines, officially named in 1982. Doug Lehmann joined his father in the business.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nOur particular Lehmann wine is The Barossan, a Shiraz that showcases the superb fruit and power of Barossa. For this wine, high-quality grapes are selected from renowned growers across the valley. Each source brings its own unique qualities to the finished wine. Some bring bright cherry flavors, some dark fruits. Others have sweet chocolate notes and mocha. After harvest, the grapes are fermented and macerated on their skins for up to two weeks. Partial barrel fermentation is done. After processing and clarification, the blended wine is aged in both French and American oak barrels, then bottled after 12 months. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Barossan has aromas and flavors of red and black cherries, blackberries, black currants and blueberries, along with dark chocolate, cocoa powder, molasses and hints of sweet vanilla. All of these are intense and generous, typical of Barossa Shiraz. More than the aromas and flavors, the texture of this wine is extraordinary. Full, juicy, intense, voluptuous, with fine tannins and a soft, supple finish. As they say at the winery, this wine shows the heart and soul of the Barossa Valley, and despite its heritage, quality, and high scores in wine publications, it’s quite a value at $12.99. Enjoy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<i>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</i>', 'Pride of the Valley', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'pride-of-the-valley', '', '', '2018-08-16 10:57:45', '2018-08-16 14:57:45', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37137', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37139, 4, '2018-08-16 10:58:26', '2018-08-16 14:58:26', '<h4>By Bill Rauch</h4>\r\nLast week Congress quietly kicked the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) can down the road three months, to just past the November elections. The program — which for most of us who live near the Carolina coast is the underwriter of our flood insurance — has been kicked around a good bit in recent years.\r\n\r\nIt’s got some dings in it for sure.\r\n\r\nSeeking to cover the claims arising from 2017’s Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, for example, the NFIP had to be bailed out by Congress (President Trump signed the bill) to the tune of the $16 billion it lent the program last year. But that big check notwithstanding, the program is now in hock another $20.5 billion for more recent claims.\r\n\r\nUp until Hurricane Katrina in 2005 the NFIP program was largely self-sustaining — which means aside from a few glitches the premiums generally covered the claims — but as the seas have risen since then Congress has repeatedly had to step in with subsidies in the form of forgiven debts to prop up the program.\r\n\r\nCongress and presidents clearly bridle at writing these big checks. But what to do?\r\n\r\nPremiums went up on average by about 8 percent across the board this year. That’s a big pill, but it’s well under the 18 percent per year residential cap Congress imposed on the NFIP in 2012, after the program took its last run at becoming self-sustaining.\r\n\r\nRecently NFIP officials have begun saying in 2019 they will roll out a new path forward for the program to once again become self-sustaining (they say using “risk-based pricing”) in 2020. They have kept the details of their plan to themselves so far and it is likely their silence will continue through the November midterm elections.\r\n\r\nBut here are a couple of hints.\r\n\r\nWhen he signed the $16 billion check last November, President Trump suggested what he called some “common-sense steps” that NFIP should take to make itself again self-sufficient. The president’s suggestions were: large scale buyouts, stiffer disaster-resistant building codes, requiring that existing buildings be elevated, and financial rewards to communities that devise and implement new and unconventional approaches.\r\n\r\nHere’s another hint. A year ago Brock Long, the president’s appointee who heads the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), suggested regulatory change that would shift the responsibility for preparing for and cleaning up after disasters to states, counties, cities, and homeowners. “I don’t think the taxpayers should reward risk going forward,” he said then.\r\n\r\nThis approach would be consistent with the president’s approach to highway-building: Give the states some money and most of the responsibility. But Congress has so far declined to go along with him.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe executive branch’s NFIP handwriting is pretty clearly on the wall, but will Congress go along?\r\n\r\nThat, it strikes me, is an excellent question to put before Katie Arrington and Joe Cunningham, who are currently running to fill Congressman Mark Sanford’s seat.\r\n\r\nAccordingly, I took the liberty of asking both campaigns the following question: “Do you agree or disagree that the NFIP (federal flood insurance program) be brought to self-sustainability by any, all, or none of the following means?\r\n<ol>\r\n 	<li>More aggressive ‘risk-based’ premium pricing.</li>\r\n 	<li>Large-scale buyouts.</li>\r\n 	<li>Stiffer disaster-resistant building codes.</li>\r\n 	<li>Requiring that existing buildings be elevated.</li>\r\n 	<li>Financial rewards to communities that devise and implement new and effective approaches.</li>\r\n 	<li>Shifting the burden of preparing for and cleaning up after natural disasters to the states, counties, cities and homeowners?</li>\r\n 	<li>More federal subsidies.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nIf you answered ‘yes’ to any of these seven questions, please explain. If you favor another approach, please explain it.”\r\n\r\nNeither campaign responded to my question by my deadline. I’ll keep you posted what I hear.\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.</i>', 'Federal flood insurance program faces uncertain future', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'federal-flood-insurance-program-faces-uncertain-future', '', '', '2018-08-16 10:58:26', '2018-08-16 14:58:26', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37139', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37141, 4, '2018-08-16 11:00:08', '2018-08-16 15:00:08', '<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/SHRIMP-BOAT-DETAIL-23-X-21-100PPI.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37143\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/SHRIMP-BOAT-DETAIL-23-X-21-100PPI-953x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"349\" height=\"532\"></a>Beaufort Art Association (BAA) Gallery presents an exhibit entitled “Blending Digital Art with Photography” featuring artist Gordon Fritz from Sept. 2 to Oct. 28. A reception for the artist will be held at the Gallery located at 913 Bay Street in Beaufort on Friday, Sept. 7, from 5–7:30 p.m.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>The public is invited.\r\n\r\nThe use of Digital Art and Photography has become very popular with the advent of the Giclee printing process and the digital camera. This combination prevents fading of photographic prints. Quality Giclee prints have an archival life of almost 200 years.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>According to artist Gordon Fritz, digital art and photography have now joined the 21st century. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“These new developments in the photographic process have expanded its role as an artist’s tool,” Fritz says. “In the past, a photograph might have been used to capture an image that many artists used as a reference point in creating their final image. Today, it can be a vital part of that final image, which is no more related to a photograph than a watercolor painting is. The end product of the digital conversion of an image via several computer software programs to capture what is seen by the creative eye of the artist may be a mixed media print using digital processes, watercolor paint, acrylics or any medium.”\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/NESTING-EGRET-PAIR-24-X-23-80PPI-Copy-Copy.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37144\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/NESTING-EGRET-PAIR-24-X-23-80PPI-Copy-Copy-1024x988.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"253\" height=\"439\"></a>Fritz describes himself as a biologist, naturalist, teacher, photographer and graphic artist.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>A photographer since his college days, he has used his photographs to study the projected environmental impacts of various Southern coastal real estate developments, such as Kiawah Island, Belle Isle, and Moss Creek Plantation.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>As the photographic process evolved into an art form, he applied it to his work with the hybridization of new varieties of daylilies, creating images of his new cultivars.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Some of those images will be included in the exhibit at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFritz’s work has been described as “stunning imagery” and “cutting edge beauty.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>In reality, he says, he and his creative work are laid back and immersed in the coastal salt marshes and forest of his home overlooking the ACE Basin along the Coosaw River.\r\n\r\nBesides his work, the work of approximately 60 other local BAA member artists will also be on exhibit. Chartered in 1957, BAA is a tax-exempt membership organization with total membership of approximately currently 175 local artists. To find out more, go to www.beaufortartassociation.com, or call 843-521-4444.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', '“Blending Digital Art with Photography” theme of BAA show', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'blending-digital-art-with-photography-theme-of-baa-show', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:00:08', '2018-08-16 15:00:08', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37141', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37146, 4, '2018-08-16 11:00:35', '2018-08-16 15:00:35', 'The Penn Center has announced the opening of the P.A.C.E Enrichment Childcare Center, where it will provide children an opportunity to learn through self-directed play and hands-on experiences.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“We offer a learning environment that enhances and promotes the total social-emotional, physical, cultural, academic, linguistic and creative development of each child in a safe, nurturing and supportive environment,” the organization said in a release.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe income-based center will provide care for children six weeks to 4 years of age. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the childcare center, the group also will offer the P.A.C.E After School Care for head start through eighth grade. The aftercare hours are 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. After care includes a nutritious meal along with homework help. Transportation will also be provided based upon request and space.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Penn Center announces child care program', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'penn-center-announces-child-care-program', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:00:35', '2018-08-16 15:00:35', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37146', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37148, 4, '2018-08-16 11:01:22', '2018-08-16 15:01:22', '<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Featuring more than a dozen local writers honoring Pat Conroy</h3>\r\nNew York Times best-selling writer Pat Conroy (1945–2016) inspired a worldwide legion of devoted fans numbering in the millions, but none are more loyal to him and more committed to sustaining his literary legacy than the many writers he nurtured over the course of his 50-year writing life. In sharing their stories in the forthcoming anthology, “Our Prince of Scribes: Writers Remember Pat Conroy,” Pat’s fellow writers honor his memory and advance our shared understanding of his lasting impact on 20th- and 21st-century literary life in and well beyond the American South.\r\n\r\nFeaturing essays of celebration and remembrance by a pantheon of 67 writers, “Our Prince of Scribes” will be published on Sept. 18 by the University of Georgia Press. The volume was conceived of and edited by Charleston novelist Nicole Seitz and Pat Conroy Literary Center executive director Jonathan Haupt, with all royalties benefiting the Conroy Center and the Friends of Story River Books. The Conroy Center will host a publication day launch event at Bluffton\'s historic Rose Hill Mansion (199 Rose Hill Way) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 18 as the first South Carolina book signing for this new anthology celebrating the writing and teaching life of Pat Conroy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nMore than a dozen of the collection’s Beaufort County-based contributing writers will be on hand for this reception and signing, including co-editors Nicole Seitz and Jonathan Haupt, Will Balk, Alexia Jones Helsley, Stephanie Austin Edwards, David Lauderdale, Bernie Schein, Maggie Schein, Margaret Evans, Debbi Covington, Lynn Seldon, Scott Graber, John Warley, and Ellen Malphrus. The reception will be catered by Debbi Covington and the ticket price includes a copy of Our Prince of Scribes (a $30 value). Additional copies will be available for sale and autographing during the reception along with other books by the participating contributing writers.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nTickets for the September 18 launch at Rose Hill are $55/person or $75/couple and can be reserved at www.rosehill-scribes.bpt.me by Sept. 15. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>ABOUT THE<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>PARTICIPATING WRITERS</b></p>\r\n<b>William A. Balk Jr.</b>, veteran bookseller of the Bay Street Trading Company, is a master gardener who also writes for WeeklyHubris.com. He serves on the board of directors of South Carolina Humanities and on the advisory council of the Pat Conroy Literary Center, where he is the volunteer coordinator.\r\n\r\n<b>Debbi Covington</b> is an award-winning chef, caterer, and writer. A food columnist for Beaufort, South Carolina’s, Lowcountry Weekly, Covington is the author of the cookbooks Celebrate Everything! (Gold Medal Winner of the Benjamin Franklin Award), Dining under the Carolina Moon, and, most recently, Celebrate Beaufort.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nA Beaufort High School classmate of Pat Conroy’s, <b>Stephanie Austin Edwards</b>, a former dancer and costumer, is a novelist, writing teacher, and author consultant, and volunteer at the Pat Conroy Literary Center. Her debut novel, What We Set in Motion, won a Best Submission Award at the Atlanta Writer’s Club Conference.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Margaret Evans </b>is the editor and publisher of Lowcountry Weekly, where she pens her South Carolina Press Association Award–winning column Rants &amp; Raves. She is the former editor of Beaufort magazine and former assistant to Pat Conroy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAuthor and attorney <b>Scott Graber</b> lives and writes in Beaufort, South Carolina, with his wife, the artist Susan Graber. A Citadel classmate and longtime friend of Pat Conroy’s, Graber is the author of the novels Malachi and Ten Days in Brazzaville.\r\n\r\n<b>Jonathan Haupt</b> is the executive director of the Pat Conroy Literary Center and the former director of the University of South Carolina Press. His book reviews and author interviews have appeared in the Charleston Post and Courier, Lowcountry Weekly, Fall Lines, and the Conroy Center’s Porch Talk blog.\r\n\r\nPat Conroy\'s Beaufort High School classmate <b>Alexia Jones Helsley</b> is an American archivist and historian who currently serves as senior instructor of history and university archivist at the University of South Carolina Aiken. She is the author of several nonfiction books, including Beaufort, South Carolina: A History and Wicked Beaufort.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<strong>David Lauderdale</strong> is a columnist and senior editor for the Hilton Head Island Packet and the Beaufort Gazette.\r\n\r\n<b>Ellen Malphrus</b>, the author of the novel Untying the Moon, lives and writes in her native Carolina lowcountry and southwest Montana. A student of James Dickey, she is writer-in-residence and professor of English at the University of South Carolina Beaufort.\r\n\r\n<b>Lynn Seldon</b>, a VMI graduate, is a longtime travel journalist. He has written more than a thousand magazine features and has published six books on travel. His first novel was Virginia’s Ring; his second novel, Carolina’s Ring, will be published in 2019. With his wife and fellow travel writer, Cele, he is co-author of the guidebook 100 Things to Do in Charleston Before You Die.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Bernie Schein</b>, retired educator and Beaufort native, is the author of the novel Famous All Over Town and the memoirs Santini’s Hero (forthcoming) and If Holden Caulfield Were in My Classroom: Inspiring Love, Creativity, and Intelligence in Middle School Kids and, with his wife, Martha Schein, coauthor of Open Classrooms in the Middle School.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Maggie Schein</b> is research director of the Humanities and Liberal Arts Assessment Lab at Harvard University and a Research Fellow at The Citadel. She is the author of Lost Cantos of the Ouroboros Caves, an expanded edition of which includes illustrations by Jonathan Hannah and a foreword by Schein’s godfather, Pat Conroy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Nicole Seitz</b> is the author of seven novels, including The Spirit of Sweetgrass, Trouble the Water, A Hundred Years of Happiness, Saving Cicadas, The Inheritance of Beauty, Beyond Molasses Creek, and most recently The Cage-maker. Seitz’s short fiction, essays, and articles have appeared in numerous publications and anthologies.\r\n\r\n<b>John Warley</b> is a graduate of The Citadel and the University of Virginia School of Law. Now a full-time writer, he is the author of the novels Bethesda’s Child, The Moralist, The Moralist II, A Southern Girl, and The Home Guard (forthcoming), and of the nonfiction book Stand Forever, Yielding Never: The Citadel in the 21st Century.', 'Our Prince Of Scribes book to be launched Sept. 18', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'our-prince-of-scribes-book-to-be-launched-sept-18', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:01:35', '2018-08-16 15:01:35', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37148', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37151, 4, '2018-08-16 11:02:05', '2018-08-16 15:02:05', 'South Carolina’s Constitutional Ballot Commission gave its unanimous approval Thursday to the wording of a constitutional amendment that will be on November’s ballot. The commission is made up of Attorney General Alan Wilson, Director of the State Election Commission Marci Andino, and Ashley Harwell-Beach, representing the Director of Legislative Council.\r\n\r\nIf the amendment passes, it would change the way South Carolina’s superintendent of education is chosen starting in January 2023. Now, voters elect the superintendent. The amendment asks voters if they want to change that so future governors would choose a superintendent, with the consent of the state Senate.\r\n\r\nThe Constitutional Ballot Commission makes sure that any amendment questions are understandable for most voters. The ballot will list the actual wording of the amendment with an explanation underneath that.\r\n\r\n“The amendment to the Constitution is very long and legalistic,” Attorney General Wilson said. “The explanation is one short sentence. And basically when we meet, we want to distill this down to what is it you’re voting for? And what you’re voting for is do you want to elect the superintendent of education or do you want the governor to appoint the superintendent of education?”\r\n\r\nHere’s the wording of the actual amendment:\r\n\r\n<i>“Must Section 7, Article VI of the Constitution of this State, relating to state constitutional officers, be amended so as to provide that beginning in January 2023, or upon a vacancy in the office of Superintendent of Education after the date of the ratification of the provisions of this paragraph, whichever occurs first, the Superintendent of Education must be appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate; to provide that the appointed Superintendent of Education shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor; and to require the General Assembly to provide by law for the duties, compensation, and qualifications for the office?”</i>\r\n\r\nThe accompanying explanation reads:\r\n\r\n<i>“A ‘Yes’ vote will require the Superintendent of Education be appointed by the Governor with the consent of the Senate. A ‘No’ vote maintains the current method of electing a Superintendent of Education.”</i>\r\n\r\nWithin the last few years, voters have approved constitutional amendments to make the state adjutant general a position appointed by the governor instead of being elected, and to have candidates for lieutenant governor run on the same ticket as candidates for governor instead of running separately.', 'SC Constitutional Ballot Commission approves amendment wording for November', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'sc-constitutional-ballot-commission-approves-amendment-wording-for-november', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:02:05', '2018-08-16 15:02:05', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37151', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37153, 4, '2018-08-16 11:02:28', '2018-08-16 15:02:28', 'Wave Sciences, an audio technology company applying the science of waves to enable better hearing in a noisy world, is the newest resident at the Beaufort Digital Corridor’s BASEcamp.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nWave Sciences builds and licenses hearing technologies to enable hearing everywhere and help solve challenging problems in a variety of environments and situations. Applying these technologies to consumer hearing, smart speakers, audio electronics, and medical applications, they are able to cut through noise to improve hearing more than ten-fold for both people and electronic devices. One of the more intriguing applications is their patented smart garment as a wearable hearing assistive technology to help people hear in noisy conditions and from far away. These technologies can be seen in action at BASEcamp in the coming months.\r\n\r\nFounder and CTO Keith McElveen and his team are excited about expanding their already successful Charleston company to Beaufort.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“The time is ripe for these technologies, particularly in the Lowcountry with its active elderly population, as well as proximity to educational and medical institutions in and around Beaufort County,” McElveen said.\r\n\r\nWave Sciences will consult with chairman Kevin Klingler to help them develop business plans to commercialize their cutting-edge hearing technologies.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“Wave Sciences is a terrific example of the expertise and support the Corridor offers companies wanting to grow their tech businesses in Beaufort,” Klingler said. “By working together we can help them grow, which in turn helps create a stronger economy and higher-paying jobs right here.”', 'Beaufort Digital Corridor welcomes new business', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-digital-corridor-welcomes-new-business', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:02:28', '2018-08-16 15:02:28', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37153', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37155, 4, '2018-08-16 11:02:55', '2018-08-16 15:02:55', 'The National Safety Council (NSC) has honored Beaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority (BJWSA) with a 2018 Industry Leader Award. The award is a component of the NSC\'s member-exclusive Safety Awards Program. The Industry Leader Award benchmarks outstanding safety achievements among member companies based on self-reported data.\r\n\r\nBJWSA is one of 65 companies chosen nationwide for the award, which recognizes the top five percent of member companies, units and facilities meeting the criteria and qualifications for the 2018 Occupational Excellence Achievement Award (based on 2017 calendar year data) from NSC. Winners are selected based on NAICS code, lowest total incidence rate and employee work hours. As of the end of FY18, BJWSA had sustained a record 1,163 days to accumulate 1,047,540 hours without an injury resulting in a lost workday.\r\n\r\nBJWSA General Manager Ed Saxon credits Safety Specialist Steve Lee, along with management staff, for ensuring that employees identify all hazards and the appropriate personal protection equipment is provided and implemented before any work begins.\r\n\r\n“This remarkable record is the result of every employee’s commitment to safety and compliance with our robust safety program,” Saxon said. “We are further committing ourselves to the two million hour goal with a renewed vigilance for recognizing and avoiding safety risks.”', 'BJWSA receives Industry Leader Award', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'bjwsa-receives-industry-leader-award', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:02:55', '2018-08-16 15:02:55', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37155', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37156, 4, '2018-08-16 11:03:13', '2018-08-16 15:03:13', 'USCB Chancellor Dr. Al M. Panu will deliver the opening address at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 16, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Beaufort College Honors Housing Complex at 1109 Boundary Street.\r\n\r\nThe modern apartment-style complex contains 92 beds in two buildings. It will house the university’s first three cohorts of honors students as well as returning students enrolled in the USCB Department of Visual Art &amp; Design.\r\n\r\n“We named the honors program as a tribute to Beaufort College, which was founded here in this city in 1795, and forms a vital part of our heritage,” Dr. Panu said. “This beautiful apartment complex represents a reaffirmation of our commitment to that partnership and to the Beaufort community. The Beaufort College Honors Housing Complex is a new branch grown from a root system that has been deeply planted here since the 18th century. It represents not only a revitalization of our Beaufort Campus, but also a restoration of the incredible importance of this community in both the history and the future of USCB. We proudly return here to launch our first honors programs in Biology, Nursing and Lowcountry Studies.”\r\n\r\nUSCB’s honors scholars will spend their freshmen and sophomore years learning and living together in cohorts dedicated to their field of study. Best practices have shown that students grouped into residential-learning cohorts experience accelerated campus-life engagement, enhanced academic progress, and a greater likelihood of earning a baccalaureate degree in four years.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort College Honors Biology Program will offer opportunities for both experiential learning and undergraduate research in coastal ecology and biomedical studies. After completing their first two years on the Beaufort Campus, the students will transition to the Bluffton Campus to complete the degree requirements.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort College Honors Nursing Program will offer students direct acceptance into the USCB Nursing Program. They also will transition to the Bluffton Campus for their junior and senior years.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort College Honors Lowcountry Studies Program is the only one of its kind in the nation. The program will provide its students with a broad educational and professional foundation in the study of Lowcountry culture, traditions and institutions. Lowcountry honors students will transition to the Bluffton Campus after their freshman year in Beaufort.\r\n\r\n“The need for dedicated teachers and skilled nursing professionals in the Lowcountry is growing ever greater,” Dr. Panu said. “It is our fondest hope that our honors students will remain here after graduation to teach in our classrooms and support the health care needs of those in our region.”', 'USCB to open Honors Housing Complex in Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'uscb-to-open-honors-housing-complex-in-beaufort', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:03:13', '2018-08-16 15:03:13', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37156', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37159, 4, '2018-08-16 11:03:41', '2018-08-16 15:03:41', 'The USCB women’s soccer team will open its season at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 17, when the Sand Sharks travel to NCAA Division I USC Upstate. It will be the first meeting between the Sand Sharks and the Spartans.\r\n\r\nThe Sand Sharks have opened the season on the road twice since the program\'s inception in 2011, having won both contests.\r\n\r\nUSCB will be looking to lean on the leadership of sophomore Allison Schaffer and seniors Brittney Neser and Melissa Fichtner to get off to a strong start to the 2018 season. All three were prominent members of a strong back line last season that held opponents to a program-low 118 shots on goal over the season.\r\n\r\nInterim head coach Jay Harris will be taking the Sand Sharks to the upstate for what will be his first collegiate game as a head coach.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“We know there will not be a much tougher challenge than going to face a good Division I team to start our year,” Harris said. “The team has prepared well over the last couple of weeks, and we are excited to finally get the season started.\"\r\n\r\nUSC Upstate is led by junior midfielder Abbie Ellis, who posted six goals and three assists a year ago. In goal, the Spartans return Samantha Munyon, who saw 360 minutes of action across four matches in the 2017 campaign and held a 0.25 goals-against average while making 16 saves.', 'USCB Sand Sharks travel to Upstate for women’s soccer opener', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'uscb-sand-sharks-travel-to-upstate-for-womens-soccer-opener', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:03:41', '2018-08-16 15:03:41', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37159', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37160, 4, '2018-08-16 11:05:52', '2018-08-16 15:05:52', 'While enjoying a nice breakfast recently at a local waterfront restaurant, I noticed something strange over the door leading out to the screened porch. I did not have my glasses on and could not see it clearly, but I knew right away it was unusual.\r\n\r\nTurning to my husband, I asked, “What is that thing?”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“That,” he replied, “is Captain Pig.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAt least that is what it looked like to him, and turning around I had to agree. It did kind of look like Porky Pig. But after putting on my glasses, I realized that it really did not look anything like a pig. The Captain was actually a recycled decorative ornament with a head made out of a plastic jug.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>The container looked like it might have held boat soap or maybe oil.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Around its neck appeared to be the cord of an old VHF radio. The bulging blue eyes held a warm look and his mouth, in the perfect “O” shape, made him look like he was in the middle of a sentence or calling out into the fog.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Captain-e1534431894390.jpeg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37162\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Captain-e1534431894390-1014x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"353\" height=\"560\"></a>The hat looked like something an old sailor or waterman would wear, and topping it off appeared to be an insignia of some sort. We could not decide if he was also wearing goggles, like the type a World War I pilot might wear.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Captain is the perfect decoration for a waterfront restaurant. The nautical theme adds to the restaurant’s atmosphere. There is also something fun about looking up and seeing him gazing over the room. The restaurant does have other nautical themed items, including a crab made of bottle caps hanging over the bar, which is quite original too. They are all outside of the normal decorations you see in some restaurants. This kind of creativity always amazes me. Seems like people are turning recycled items into art every day.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nWhen I asked the women working in the restaurant where the Captain came from, they said it had been there when the previous owners had the place and had been officially turned over to the new management.\r\n\r\nI suggested they might consider having a contest to name the Captain. It seems a shame to have him overseeing the place and not having people greet him properly.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>To me, my husband’s “Captain Pig” does not give him the proper respect as overseer of the room. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSo, if you are over on Saint Helena Island some day and looking for a place to eat, you might want to go to Sweetgrass Restaurant and check out the Captain. It would be nice to have some creative individual come up with a proper name for the old guy.', 'Captain my Captain', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'captain-my-captain', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:05:52', '2018-08-16 15:05:52', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37160', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(37164, 4, '2018-08-16 11:09:08', '2018-08-16 15:09:08', '<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><i>Show runs from Sept. 4 through Oct. 12</i></h3>\r\nThey found each other on the Facebook group “35 Women of Expressive Abstracts,” dedicated to what they love the most: abstract art. Over the last year, they became each other’s sounding boards, always encouraging one another to express themselves through their art. They bonded through their mentor and teacher Steven Aimone, whose teachings based on his book, “Expressive Drawing,” gave them the tools and exercises to explore their particular art form.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Crowell_Bre_AnotherDayinParadise20x24PastelAndTextureOnBoard2250-3.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-37167\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Crowell_Bre_AnotherDayinParadise20x24PastelAndTextureOnBoard2250-3-1024x854.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"365\" height=\"363\"></a>\r\n\r\nTwenty-five of the women from 12 different states have organized an extensive abstract art exhibition called “Inside Out: Expressing Our Inner Voices,”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>which will run from Sept. 4 through Oct. 12 at USCB’s Center for the Arts, with an opening reception from 5:30-7 p.m. on Sept. 6. The same exhibition showed at North Charleston City Gallery in August.\r\n\r\n“Some of these artists are nationally and internationally known, some are novices,” said Penny Beesley, a member from Beaufort who is organizing the local event. “There will be large, explosive pieces and small intimate ones.”\r\n\r\nAbstract Expressionism is a movement that started in New York in the 1940s. It remained a largely male-dominated scene for decades — sidelining female abstract artists who were coming out of this movement. Those women — Helen Frankenthaler, Joan Mitchell, Lee Krasner, Grace Hartigan, Judith Godwin and more — have inspired many of the women from “Inside Out.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/BeesleyPennyBoundless.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37169\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/BeesleyPennyBoundless-1019x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"380\" height=\"569\"></a>“Inside Out” celebrates female artists at a time when more women are speaking up and being noticed across a wide spectrum of issues.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThrough online group social media pages and in-person workshops, the students of Steven Aimone connect daily with dynamic art that allows them to hone their skills and truly capture their own perspective.\r\n\r\n“We, as artists, thrive from seeing others’ abstract works,” said Melinda Hoffman, a participating artist from South Carolina. “We brainstorm painting surfaces. We talk about ways to hang work. We talk about motivators and share our painting ‘ups and downs’ with each other. We share gallery shows and let everyone see what we are doing in our town.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nPeggy Vineyard, a participating artist from North Carolina, said she hopes that “Inside Out” will help people understand abstract art better — that it’s a unique medium where creative artists work from within to create something “meaningful, thoughtful and beautiful.” Abstract art offers a unique outlet to express an array of emotions — love, fear, freedom, frustration and joy — because there are no rules.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/HolmesMarciaOtganicGrid.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37168\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/HolmesMarciaOtganicGrid-1024x1016.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"489\"></a>“I think the shared language means our love for thinking and painting outside of the box — from deep unconscious feelings and working from our intuition,” said Vineyard.\r\n\r\nParticipating artists are: Andrea Baetti (Georgia); Penny Beesley (South Carolina); Juanita Bellavance (Georgia); Billie Bourgeois (Louisiana); Carolyn Busenlener (Mississippi); Annette Cargill (Ohio); Mary Beth Cornelius (Georgia); Annette Crosby (Georgia); Bre Barnett Crowell (North Carolina); Debbie Ezell (Georgia); Melinda Hoffman (South Carolina); Marcia Holmes (Louisiana); Gayle Hurley (Alabama); Suzanne Jacquot (California); Annette Margulies (Florida); Thyra Moore (Maryland); Wendy Nicholas (Florida); Vicki Overstreet (Mississippi); Kate Pendleton (Georgia); Betty Perry (Georgia); Nancy Perry (South Carolina); Garnet Reardon (Georgia); Kathy Blankley Roman (Illinois); Nell Tilton (Louisiana); and Peggy Vineyard (North Carolina).', 'Women’s Abstract Art Exhibition coming to USCB', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'womens-abstract-art-exhibition-coming-to-uscb', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:09:08', '2018-08-16 15:09:08', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37164', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37166, 4, '2018-08-16 11:07:20', '2018-08-16 15:07:20', '<b>Posting of notice of levy on delinquent properties begins</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Treasurer’s Office began levying delinquent properties this week. This is the process in which a Notice of Levy sign is affixed to a property to notify the owner that the property taxes have not been paid. To avoid a property being posted, the delinquent property owner must sign and return their certified notice or pay the property taxes due.\r\n\r\nOn Sept. 1, 2018, an additional penalty of $50 will be added and personal checks will no longer be accepted.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Delinquent Tax Sale will take place on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018, at the Charles Lind Brown Gymnasium, 1001 Hamar Street, Beaufort. The taxes must be paid by 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018, to prevent the property from being auctioned at the Delinquent Tax Sale. No payments will be accepted for delinquent properties on the day of the auction.\r\n\r\nTo pay or for more information about the delinquency process and the tax sale, visit www.BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com.\r\n\r\n<b>South Carolina Aquarium to distribute reusable grocery bags<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Aquarium will be distributing free reusable bags at three locations before Beaufort County’s single-use plastic bag ban goes into effect on Oct. 14. There will be 150 bags available at each location that will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. The tentative dates and locations are:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Thursday, Aug. 16, 2-9 p.m.: The Outside Foundation’s Keep the Broad Creek Clean Festival (free admission), Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina, 1 Shelter Cove Ln., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928</li>\r\n 	<li>Saturday, Aug. 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Port Royal Sound Foundation STEAM Festival (free admission), Port Royal Sound Foundation Maritime Center, 310 Okatie Hwy., Okatie, SC 29909</li>\r\n 	<li>Thursday, Sept. 27, TBD: Beaufort</li>\r\n</ul>', 'News briefs for August 16th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'news-briefs-for-august-16th', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:07:20', '2018-08-16 15:07:20', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37166', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37171, 4, '2018-08-16 11:09:16', '2018-08-16 15:09:16', 'The Burton Fire District responded to back-to-back cooking fires on Friday, Aug. 10, in which the presence of working smoke alarms played a role in the end result. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Burton-FD_Independant-Mobile_Outside-Wall-Damage_081018.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37172\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Burton-FD_Independant-Mobile_Outside-Wall-Damage_081018.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"727\"></a>Burton and MCAS firefighters responded to the first cooking fire in the Independent Mobile Home Park on Shanklin Road just after 5 p.m. The resident was able to extinguish the flames before the arrival of fire crews, but not before the fire caused damages to his kitchen and surrounding walls. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe homeowner said after he made dinner he placed the pan of grease back on the stove but had forgotten to turn the burner off. The home had no working smoke alarms, and the resident wasn’t aware of the growing fire until he saw the flames. Firefighters used thermal imaging cameras to ensure that the fire was fully extinguished, helped remove smoke from the home, and installed two smoke alarms in the home before they left. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAn hour later, Burton and Beaufort/Port Royal firefighters responded to a fire alarm at a home in the Picket Fences subdivision on Parris Island Gateway. Firefighters arrived and found no flames or damages. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe homeowners were outside on the porch when they heard their smoke alarms and were able to remove a smoldering pot on the stove before the flames erupted. The fire alarms were also connected to a monitored alarm system, which simultaneously alerted firefighters who were immediately dispatched. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBurton fire officials continue to stress the contrast between fire damages, injuries, and deaths in homes with smoke alarms and those without. Residents who need assistance obtaining smoke alarms, or need help or have any questions pertaining to the ones they have, are encouraged to contact their local fire department. Residents in the Burton Fire District can do so by emailing safetyed@burtonfd.org.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Back-to-back fire calls show importance of smoke alarms', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'back-to-back-fire-calls-show-importance-of-smoke-alarms', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:09:16', '2018-08-16 15:09:16', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37171', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37175, 4, '2018-08-16 11:10:06', '2018-08-16 15:10:06', 'The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) will conduct its fourth annual Gateway to Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies Conference (GIGS) from 9:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 14 in the Student Campus Center on the Bluffton Campus at 1 University Blvd.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe conference showcases quality graduate education opportunities that are available to USCB students across disciplines. It lends perspective to the high quality of undergraduate research performed at USCB and connects it to higher education perspectives available to the USCB student body.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe 2017 GIGS Conference had more than 200 registered participants, and an even a bigger turnout is expected in 2018. In a departure from last year’s event, the 2018 conference will be open to the public.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“We decided to open it to the public so we can strengthen the bond between the community and USCB,” says Lukasz Pawelek, an Assistant Professor of Spanish in the university’s humanities department.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nLukasz Pawelek is one of five faculty members, along with Carey Fitzgerald, Jody Thompson, Kasia Pawelek, and Swati Debroy, who are organizing the event.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSpeakers from various universities throughout the region will discuss the benefits of higher education not only at the undergraduate level, but also at the graduate level. Conference attendees will gain a better understanding of the university and its role in the community as well as graduate school application procedures.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe GIGS conference will feature presentations by invited faculty members from area universities, Q&amp;A sessions about diverse graduate programs, scholarships and fellowships offered by area universities, and a graduate school workshop. Speakers at this year’s conference will represent Nova Southeastern University, the Medical University of North Florida, the University of North Carolina, the University of North Carolina Wilmington, and others. In addition, this year’s conference will feature a USCB returning alumni panel that illuminates their pathways to success granted by the academic opportunities available at USCB. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe keynote address will be delivered by Sara Del Valle (PhD.), Deputy Group Leader for the Information Systems and Modeling Group at Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico. Her remarks will be followed by a series of 20-minute presentations and workshops from:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Keynote Speaker: Sara Del Valle, Deputy Group Leader for the Information Systems and Modeling Group at the Los Alamos National Laboratory</li>\r\n 	<li>Shane McDonald, Assistant Program Director and Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesia, Nova Southeastern University</li>\r\n 	<li>Chiradip Chatterjee, Assistant Professor of Economics,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Coggin College of Business, University of North Florida</li>\r\n 	<li>Indranil Ghosh, Associate Professor of Statistics,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of North Carolina Wilmington</li>\r\n 	<li>Vanessa Gant Clark, Medical University of South Carolina<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Carey Fitzgerald, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of South Carolina Beaufort<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Ashlan Prince, Graduate Student in Clinical Psychology M.S. Program, University of South Carolina Aiken</li>\r\n 	<li>Austin Mishoe, Data Scientist, Medical University of South Carolina</li>\r\n 	<li>Christopher Griffin, Computational Science Student, University of South Carolina Beaufort</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nTo register to attend the conference or for more information, contact the conference organizers at 4MTeam@uscb.edu. Review the 2018 conference program at www.uscb.edu/gigs.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'USCB opens Graduate Interdisciplinary Studies Conference to public', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'uscb-opens-graduate-interdisciplinary-studies-conference-to-public', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:10:06', '2018-08-16 15:10:06', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37175', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37178, 4, '2018-08-16 11:12:16', '2018-08-16 15:12:16', 'Burton and MCAS Beaufort firefighters responded to a two-vehicle accident early on Tuesday, Aug. 14, in which a trapped driver was rescued by fire crews. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Burton-FD_MVA-Trapped-Trask_081418.jpeg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37181\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Burton-FD_MVA-Trapped-Trask_081418-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"444\" height=\"635\"></a>Just before 5:30 a.m., Burton and MCAS Beaufort firefighters responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Laurel Bay Road and Trask Parkway. Initial reports were a driver was injured and trapped inside the wreckage.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFire crews arrived to find the male driver of a pickup truck trapped inside. Firefighters from both departments worked to free the driver while paramedics from Beaufort County EMS began treatment. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe driver was removed and transported to Beaufort Memorial Hospital with what appear to be serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the other vehicle was uninjured. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFire officials say this intersection and Laurel Bay Road have been the scene of numerous serious accidents, including fatalities. Burton and MCAS Beaufort fire departments work together routinely on such scenes. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nTraffic at the intersection of Laurel Bay Road and Trask Parkway was delayed for more than an hour while emergency crews rescued the driver and removed roadway hazards.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>The Burton Fire District has responded to approximately 150 motor vehicle accidents in 2018, five of which involved trapped occupants being rescued.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Driver rescued from early-morning wreck', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'driver-rescued-from-early-morning-wreck', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:12:16', '2018-08-16 15:12:16', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37178', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37179, 4, '2018-08-16 11:11:53', '2018-08-16 15:11:53', 'Lise Sundrla helps some of her summer campers under the watchful eye of John Mark Verdier during the Beaufort Historic Foundation’s summer day camp Wednesday in the basement of the historic Verdier House. Ten area children took part in the day camp last week and studied the history of downtown Beaufort as well as its commercial and residential architecture within the Beaufort’s National Landmark Historic District. Photo by Bob Sofaly.', 'Beaufort Historic Foundation’s day camp teaches local history', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-historic-foundations-day-camp-teaches-local-history', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:11:53', '2018-08-16 15:11:53', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37179', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37184, 4, '2018-08-16 11:13:50', '2018-08-16 15:13:50', 'With teachers returning to their classrooms this week, as part of the JACOB Kit program and in partnership with the Beaufort County School District, Beaufort County fire departments plan to meet with teachers to refresh them on this student safety program and aim to expand the program into new schools.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Photo-By-North-American-Rescue.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37185\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Photo-By-North-American-Rescue.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"311\" height=\"764\"></a>Last year, fire departments in Beaufort County launched the JACOB Kit program for local schools. The program is named after 6-year-old Jacob Hall of Townville, S.C., who died from wounds sustained in a school shooting in 2016. The program involves placing bleeding control kits in every classroom and training teachers in techniques on how to stop critical bleeding. In preparation for the new school year, before students arrive, firefighters will refresh teachers on the JACOB Kit program and on bleeding control techniques, as well as expand the program into two new schools in Beaufort County.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nLady’s Island/St Helena Fire District continues to seek funding to expand their program, which they have implemented in St. Peters and Coosa elementary schools. The City of Beaufort-Town of Port Royal Fire Department is working in conjunction with all emergency services partners to ensure all aspects of emergency response, including that of school staff with the use of bleeding control kits, are preparing for any type of incident within the schools of their jurisdiction. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeginning this school year, the JACOB Kit program will be implemented in nine schools in Beaufort County. In addition to Beaufort County, the Ridgeland Fire Department in Jasper County plans to implement the JACOB Kit program at Thomas Heyward Academy and Step of Faith Christian Academy. To date, the program has been funded largely through citizen donations and grants. Citizens wishing to donate to the program can contact their local fire department or email safetyed@burtonfd.org.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County fire officials say the JACOB kit program is critical to saving lives by providing teachers the training and resources to bridge the time gap between a child being wounded and professional medical response.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'JACOB kit program expands', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'jacob-kit-program-expands', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:13:50', '2018-08-16 15:13:50', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37184', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37186, 4, '2018-08-16 11:14:36', '2018-08-16 15:14:36', 'Michaela Ready took the breathtaking photo above in Lands End on St. Helena Island. \"I’m always amazed at the beauty that God creates, even through a storm,\" she said. To submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high-resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37187\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"768\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_0805-e1534432450188.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-37187\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_0805-e1534432450188-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\"></a> Edie Groden spotted this partial rainbow high above the Beaufort High School soccer field.[/caption]', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-life-74', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:16:17', '2018-08-16 15:16:17', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37186', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37190, 4, '2018-08-16 11:00:16', '2018-08-16 15:00:16', '<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Friends of Hunting Island honor former lighthouse keeper</h3>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37192\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"355\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_4785.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37192\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_4785.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"355\" height=\"359\"></a> Mark and Gary Gaillard, great-grandsons of last Lighthouse Keeper Theodore Gaillard and wife, Estelle Ellen, with Ted Panayotoff[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Friends of Hunting Island continued their 25th anniversary celebration with a special ceremony honoring the island’s last lighthouse keeper last week.\r\n\r\nOn Friday, Aug. 10, the group held a ceremony at the Parish Church of St. Helena Cemetery at St. Luke’s Gate on Newcastle Street in downtown Beaufort, honoring former lighthouse keeper Theodore Gaillard and his wife, Estelle Ellen.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nA U.S. Lighthouse Service grave marker was placed on each of their graves with a benediction by Rev. Todd Simonis, and a bugler from the U.S. Coast Guard played Taps. An honor guard of 20 men and women from the Coast Guard was on hand to honor Keeper Gaillard.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37197\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"290\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_4814.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37197\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_4814.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"290\" height=\"353\"></a> Hunting Island State Park Manager JW Weatherford, FOHI Lighthouse Director Ted Panayotoff, FOHI Vice-President Ted Temple[/caption]\r\n\r\nA poster with a photo of Keeper Gaillard and his wife was on display, and Ted Panayotoff of the Friends of Hunting Island gave a summary of Keeper Gaillard’s Lighthouse Service and Coast Guard career.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nTwo great-grandsons of Keeper Gaillard, Mark and Gary Gaillard, were guests at the ceremony.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>The Hunting Island Lighthouse was deactivated in 1933 and is the only formerly-working lighthouse in South Carolina that is open to visitors.\r\n\r\nThe celebration continued on Saturday, Aug. 11, on Hunting Island with the Beaufort Harbormasters presenting a concert of maritime and traditional songs to honor and celebrate the history of the historic lighthouse.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[Modula id=\'13\']</p>', 'Remembering The Keeper', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'remembering-the-keeper', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:46:30', '2018-08-16 15:46:30', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37190', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37202, 4, '2018-08-16 11:20:54', '2018-08-16 15:20:54', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Patrick Mitchell, left, accepts his trophy from Char Cormier, director of golf at Fripp Island, after winning the 21st annual Beaufort City Golf Championship on Sunday at Fripp. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37205\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1020\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9149.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-37205 size-large\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9149-1024x746.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1020\" height=\"743\"></a> Mitchell narrowly avoided disaster when his approach shot to the 18th green rolled off the green and stopped just inches from concrete sea wall during the 21st annual Beaufort City Golf Tournament on Sunday at Fripp Island. Mitchell went on to win the tournament.[/caption]', 'Patrick Mitchell of Dataw claims City Championship', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'patrick-mitchell-of-dataw-claims-city-championship', '', '', '2018-08-16 14:55:25', '2018-08-16 18:55:25', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37202', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37210, 4, '2018-08-16 11:21:34', '2018-08-16 15:21:34', 'Gov. Henry McMaster has signed legislation that revises state litter laws to give officers and the courts greater flexibility in the prosecution of litter cases. The new law also makes it easier to achieve court-ordered community service/litter pick up by removing the requirement for supervision.\r\n\r\nMcMaster signed Act 214 of 2018, amending Section 16-11-700 of the South Carolina Code of Laws which regulates the state’s litter laws.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nLittering in South Carolina has been a popular topic in recent years as social media has given a voice to the many concerned citizens who are frustrated with the amount of trash thrown out on our roadways and the amount of unsecured loads along our highways. Members of the General Assembly and local governments have taken an interest in the subject and are passionately engaging how we address littering in the state.\r\n\r\n“Today, Gov. McMaster opened our law enforcement tool box a little wider for those of us who tirelessly work to protect our state’s beauty and cleanliness”, said Jamie Nelson, Director of Environmental Enforcement for Spartanburg County.\r\n\r\nNelson represented the South Carolina Litter Control Association (SCLCA) during the legislative process. SCLCA is comprised of litter and code enforcement officers specifically assigned to handle litter concerns.\r\n\r\n“We have heard the concerns of law enforcement entities about the fines and from judges in upholding the fines or assigning community service,” said Nelson. “Act 214 takes away those barriers. There are no excuses anymore for not writing the tickets.”\r\n\r\nDefining categories for litter and illegal dumping, assigning appropriate fines and allowing for more litter pickup as the community service requirement is vital for real change in litter control enforcement. Greater discretion for fines to “fit the crime” will allow for more officer participation in enforcing litter laws.\r\n\r\n“We understand that some law enforcement agencies don’t have resources to commit to full-time litter control, but for the sake of our communities and economic opportunities, we can’t afford to not enforce littering violations,” said Sarah Lyles, executive Director of PalmettoPride.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>A Summary of Act 214</b></p>\r\n• Up to 15 pounds — Persons convicted of placing litter, as defined, on public or private property must remove that litter and shall be fined not less than $25 and not more than $100, or up to 30 days in jail, and the court must impose eight hours of “litter gathering or other form of community service.”\r\n\r\n• Between 15 and 500 pounds (illegal dumping) — Persons convicted must be fined not less than $200 nor more than and and $500, or up to 30 days in jail, and the court shall require 16 hours of litter gathering or other community service. Community service increases to 24 hours upon a second conviction, and 32 hours for a third conviction within five years.\r\n\r\n• More than 500 pounds (illegal dumping) — Persons convicted must be fined not less than $500 nor more than $1,000, and up to a year in jail. The violator also may be ordered to remove the dumped litter, pay damages, and perform community service. Fines for dumping more than 500 lbs of litter may not be suspended.\r\n\r\n• Other provisions — This act defines litter and illegal dumping as separate offenses which caused confusion when enforcing violations on both public and private owned properties. The new law makes it easier to achieve court-ordered community service/litter pick up by removing the requirement for supervision. The litter gathering community service portion of the penalty may not be suspended, except the court may, upon request, accept an additional monetary penalty equal to $15 per hour in lieu of the community service. Probation may be granted only due to physical or other incapacities.', 'New law cracks down on littering', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'new-law-cracks-down-on-littering', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:21:34', '2018-08-16 15:21:34', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37210', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37212, 4, '2018-08-16 11:23:46', '2018-08-16 15:23:46', 'OneBlood does something very special to help our community, and others in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. In those states, it distributes nearly 1 million blood products annually, employs more than 2,000 people, operates more than 80 donor centers, and deploys nearly 200 of its signature Big Red Buses for mobile blood drives throughout those service areas. Photo by Ron Callari.', 'DONORS NEEDED', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'donors-needed', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:23:46', '2018-08-16 15:23:46', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37212', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37216, 4, '2018-08-16 11:27:55', '2018-08-16 15:27:55', '<em><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">Photo above: </span>Jason Ricci, left, and J.J. Appleton with Jack Joshua (not shown) played acoustic style Delta Blues on Saturday for the kickoff of the fall series of Port Royal’s Street Music on Paris Avenue. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[Modula id=\'14\']</p>', 'Street Music in Port Royal', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'street-music-in-port-royal-3', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:27:55', '2018-08-16 15:27:55', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37216', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37222, 4, '2018-08-16 11:29:47', '2018-08-16 15:29:47', 'Five classroom teachers have been named as finalists for Beaufort County’s 2018-19 District Teacher of the Year.\r\n\r\nThe finalists are Brittany Carter, science teacher at Bluffton High School; Tamekia Ford, sixth-grade English teacher at Whale Branch Middle School; Cora Lugo, literacy teacher at Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts; Kelly Hall, theater arts teacher at Beaufort Middle School; and Karen McKenzie, eighth-grade social studies teacher at H.E. McCracken Middle School.\r\n\r\nSuperintendent Herb Berg announced the five selections before an audience of more than 1,000 educators at the opening session of 2018 Summer Institute, the district’s annual three-day summer professional development conference. This year’s conference is being held at Bluffton High School.\r\n\r\n“The secret to a school’s success is not really much of a secret,” Berg said. “It’s having a solid corps of bright, capable, dedicated and hard-working classroom teachers. Our five finalists for District Teacher of the Year are terrific examples of the kind of top-quality professionals we want to see in every classroom in Beaufort County.”\r\n\r\nThe District Teacher of the Year will be announced next month at an awards ceremony.\r\n\r\nBecoming District Teacher of the Year is a three-step process that began when school-level teachers of the year were selected in April. Those wishing to compete for District Teacher of the Year submitted detailed applications in July.\r\n\r\nIn the second step, a selection committee consisting of parents, former educators and community leaders from across Beaufort County reviewed the applications and rated them using a numerical scoring system. The five highest-scoring applicants were named as finalists.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nIn the next step, the five finalists will be interviewed by a separate review committee again composed of judges from across the county. The judges will begin by reviewing a video of each teacher doing a classroom lesson. The judges will then score candidates based on how well they respond to questions about their teaching methods as shown in the video, as well as how they respond to questions about current education issues. After those interviews, the panel will select a District Teacher of the Year to represent Beaufort County’s classroom professionals.\r\n\r\nLast year’s Teacher of the Year was Beaufort High School biology teacher Dr. Nancy Ungvarsky.\r\n\r\n<em>Photo at top:&nbsp;Brittany Carter, Bluffton HS; Tamekia Ford, Whale Branch Middle Summer Institute Keynote Astronaut and STEAM Explorer Leland Melvin; Cora Lugo, Hilton Head School for the Creative Arts; Kelly Hall, Beaufort Middle; and Karen McKenzie, H.E. McCracken Middle.</em>', 'BCSD announces finalists for 2018-19 Teacher of the Year', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'bcsd-announces-finalists-for-2018-19-teacher-of-the-year', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:29:47', '2018-08-16 15:29:47', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37222', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37225, 4, '2018-08-16 11:29:33', '2018-08-16 15:29:33', 'The Sea Island Coalition voted last week to endorse a proposal for a 10-acre public park on the Whitehall tract on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\nThe endorsement by the Coalition\'s policy committee came on the heels of assurances from the developer, Sam Levin of Whitehall Point Holdings, that approved plans for the remaining 10-plus acres would not substantially change.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nRegardless of conversion of 10 acres of Whitehall to parkland, plans remain for approximately 20,000 square feet of retail and commercial development along Sea Island Parkway, a 100-unit \"independent living\" facility in the interior of the development, and “cottages and cottage homesites\" along the eastern and southern borders of the development.\r\n\r\n\"Our concern was that with the conversion of the western portion of Whitehall to parkland, the developer would shift higher density multi-story development to other areas of the Whitehall parcel,” Coalition vice president Mary Sommerville said. “This was discussed with Mr. Levin in several meetings this week, and he has committed to a build-out of the remaining acreage substantially as proposed. This resolved one of our major issues with the park proposal.”\r\n\r\nA second concern of the coalition was that the Whitehall acreage after a park-related sale be at least 10.2 acres in area, intended to ensure adequate public review if the parcel was ever sold to a third-party.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n\"This provision does not affect current approvals for the site, but if the developer for some reason could not complete his plans, we want to ensure any subsequent purchase and development would be subject to public review by the Metropolitan Planning Commission rather than a simple administrative action by the City of Beaufort,” Sommerville said. “We see Whitehall as a ‘metropolitan’ resource and not the purview of only a single municipality. The Open Land Trust, which is negotiating the details of the parkland purchase, is fully aware of our concerns, and we are hopeful these conditions will be reflected in any final agreement.”\r\n\r\nThe Coalition’s endorsement adds to a groundswell of support for the project. The Friends of Whitehall Park group’s change.org petition supporting the park has garnered more than 2,200 in just two weeks.\r\n\r\n\"The Coalition has been pushing for a park at Whitehall for more than a year now, and we\'re excited that all the pieces are finally coming together,\" she said. \"The Point at Whitehall is a special site, and it deserves to be conserved and protected.\"<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Friends of Whitehall Park will hold an informational meeting on the property from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 25.', 'Sea Island Coalition endorses Whitehall park proposal', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'sea-island-coalition-endorses-whitehall-park-proposal', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:29:33', '2018-08-16 15:29:33', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37225', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37227, 4, '2018-08-16 11:30:59', '2018-08-16 15:30:59', '[caption id=\"attachment_37230\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"196\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9479.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37230\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9479-705x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"196\" height=\"305\"></a> The Beaufort Plaza Stadium Theater on Robert Small Parkway is slated to be demolished soon to make way for more re-development, including a new Publix grocery store. Photos by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Plaza Stadium Theater on Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort’s only remaining indoor movie venue, is on the chopping block to make way for another Publix grocery store, according to reports. It remains unclear as to when the demolition will begin.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Plaza owner Paul Trask declined to comment on the fate of the theater at this time but said “there will be numerous changes and new businesses at Beaufort Plaza.”\r\n\r\nOne unidentified woman making her way to the theater to watch a matinee show said she was sorry to see the iconic Beaufort building be destroyed. “I’m trying to see as many movies as I can, while I can,” she said. “I guess now we’ll all sit around and watch movies on our devices.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nIf the project goes through, the Highway 21 Drive-In will be the only theater remaining in northern Beaufort County. The nearest indoor theater would be in Bluffton.', 'The End?', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'the-end', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:30:59', '2018-08-16 15:30:59', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37227', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(37229, 4, '2018-08-16 11:44:04', '2018-08-16 15:44:04', '<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Justin Jarrett</h4>\r\nThe Friday Night Lights will soon be shining in the Lowcountry.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe excitement level is at an all-time high in northern Beaufort County, as new coaches have brought renewed enthusiasm at Beaufort High School and Beaufort Academy, a loaded senior class has Whale Branch Early College High School dreaming of a state championship, and a rejuvenated Battery Creek High School program looks to build off last year’s return to the postseason.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High opens its first season under former South Carolina star Devonte Holloman, who takes over for longtime coach Mark Clifford after three seasons as defensive coordinator. The Eagles host A.C. Flora at 8 p.m. Friday, but fans will be outside The Nest at 5:30 p.m. to begin tailgating and lined up at 6:30 p.m. for the Eagle Walk.\r\n\r\n“We are bringing back the old school feel with a new enthusiasm and energy and creating a community feel for Friday Night Lights,” Beaufort High Big Green Booster Club president Ty Reichel said. “We are fresh, and we are pumped.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe other big game in the area on opening night will be in Seabrook, where Whale Branch hosts Battery Creek in the first of two meetings between the crosstown rivals this season. The Dolphins stunned the Warriors 23-0 last year en route to one of their best seasons in recent memory.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy, bolstered by the hiring of Clifford, will have to wait another week to open its season against visiting Clarendon Hall on Aug. 24.\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">MORE BELOW: Check out full team previews for local high schools, provided by LowcoSports.com, below the&nbsp;photos.</h3>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[Modula id=\'15\']</p>\r\n<em>Photos above: Volunteers from the Beaufort High Big Green Booster Club painted parking spots for the pre-game tailgate in preparation for Friday’s season-opener against A.C. Flora. The booster club is selling reserved spaces for $100.</em>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Beaufort High School</h2>\r\nIt’s not too often that a high school football team that graduated more than half of its starters comes back with even more confidence and enthusiasm, but that appears to be the case at Beaufort High School this fall.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/BHS-Smyth.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-37247\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/BHS-Smyth-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"339\" height=\"342\"></a>Energized by new head coach Devonte Holloman, the Eagles are eager to begin the 2018 season and see if they can shake their reputation as a team that plays well in the regular season but bows out early in the postseason.\r\n\r\n“I think it’s changed the program completely,” senior linebacker Will Kelley said of Holloman’s promotion after serving as defensive coordinator the past three seasons. “We’re working a lot harder, we’re in the weight room longer, we practice faster. Everything’s completely different.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe changes have gone beyond the field, too, including more community involvement and team-building.\r\n\r\n“We didn’t really know what to expect, but we’ve got a lot more people out,” senior quarterback Jeffrey Smyth said. “We’ve worked a lot harder, and it’s going to end up with a better result.”\r\n\r\nIndeed, the roster has swollen to nearly 100 players between junior varsity and varsity, giving Holloman plenty of options to replace the six starters lost on each side of the ball. The biggest holes to fill are along the offensive line, where every starter graduated.\r\n\r\n“They’re coming along as expected,” Holloman said. “They’re still going to make some mistakes, but with time they’ll end up being a strength for us, if not this year, then next year.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe offense also has to replace All-Lowco running back Kyliek Middleton, who rushed for 1,260 yards and 15 touchdowns a year ago. Logan Adkins and James Dagin will carry most of the load in the backfield for now, but the Eagles will also open up the offense a bit and let Smyth try to get a talented receiving corps involved more.\r\n\r\n“We’ll be a balanced offense,” Holloman said. “We’re still Beaufort High, so we’ll run the ball and we’ll play great defense, but you’ve got to be able to pass to be successful and compete against the best.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Eagles will find out soon enough how they stack up against top competition. Holloman made a point to beef up the non-region schedule, including home games against Effingham County (Ga.) and Wayne County (Ga.) and a trip to powerhouse Valdosta (Ga.). <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“Something that’s happened to us the past couple years is we kind of walk through the regular season and then we get to the playoffs and kind of get hit with a different atmosphere, a different level of competition,” Holloman said. “It’s something I wanted to put our kids in early, that way when it comes playoff time they’re used to the environment and they’re used to playing strong teams.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>BEAUFORT HIGH<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>EAGLES FOOTBALL</b></p>\r\n<b>Coach: </b>Devonte Holloman\r\n\r\n<b>Record at BHS: </b>0-0 (1st season)\r\n\r\n<b>2017 record: </b>7-3 overall, 3-2 region, lost in first round of Class 4A playoffs\r\n\r\n<b>Returning starters:</b> 5 offense, 5 defense\r\n\r\n<b>Offensive scheme: </b>Spread\r\n\r\n<b>Defensive scheme:</b> 4-3\r\n\r\n<b>Top returners: </b>QB/S Jeffrey Smyth, DT Chase Guynup, LB Will Kelley\r\n\r\n<b>Notable losses: </b>RB Kyliek Middleton, CB Reggie Jones, OL Isaiah Parker, DL Isaiah WIlson, OL Dylan Williams, OL Woods Langehans, LB Kegan Crowell, DL Reid Daughtry\r\n\r\n<b>Breakout candidates:</b> RB James Dagin, WR Trae Heyward, WR Reed Reichel, RB Logan Adkins\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>PLAYER TO WATCH</b></p>\r\n<b>Will Kelley, LB: </b>The offensive stars tend to draw more attention, but perhaps the Eagles’ most exciting player is the leader of the defense. Kelley seems to be in on every play and “hits like a truck,” to quote teammate Jeffrey Smyth.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>BURNING QUESTION</b></p>\r\n<b>Can the young offensive line get the job done?</b> The Eagles lost seven senior offensive linemen. That’s all of them, if you’re scoring at home. How quickly their young replacements can get up to speed could determine how successful Beaufort High is this season.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>REGION AND BEYOND</b></p>\r\nRegion powers Berkeley and Cane Bay are gone and county rival Bluffton moves in, creating a four-team region that appears to be up for grabs. Every region game should be competitive, and the Eagles will be well-prepared by the time region play rolls around.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>SCHEDULE</b></p>\r\n8/17 — vs. A.C. Flora\r\n\r\n8/24 — at Battery Creek\r\n\r\n8/31 — vs. Effingham County\r\n\r\n9/7 — vs. Wayne County\r\n\r\n9/14 — at Valdosta\r\n\r\n9/21 — at Blythewood\r\n\r\n9/28 — Open\r\n\r\n10/5 — at Bluffton*\r\n\r\n10/12 — at May River\r\n\r\n10/19 — vs. Hilton Head High*\r\n\r\n10/26 — vs. Colleton County*\r\n\r\n<i>*region opponent</i>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Battery Creek<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>High School</h2>\r\nDuring his first season at Battery Creek, Walt Wilson talked a lot about the “old Battery Creek” –&nbsp;a mindset the Dolphins were trying to move away from. The transition might not be complete, but the transformation certainly is underway.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/BCHS-Gwyn.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-37248\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/BCHS-Gwyn-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"370\" height=\"384\"></a>After winning four games and reaching the Class 3A playoffs, where they nearly stunned Bishop England on the road, the Dolphins enter Wilson’s second season with a level of confidence not often found in Burton in recent years.\r\n\r\n“Last year we laid the foundation,” senior lineman Myles Middleton said. “This year we know what we need to do. We’re ready to go.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nMiddleton is one of the anchors on a defensive line that figures to be a strength for the Dolphins, who had impressive defensive showings in a shutout of Whale Branch and region wins over Ridgeland-Hardeeville and May River last season.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe offense returns plenty of weapons, including quarterback Jordan Gwyn, running back Trey Booth, and receiver Denarol Brown. The Dolphins averaged 33.7 points in their last three contests and expect to pick up where they left off.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“We’re going to be in the end zone more often,” Gwyn said. “We’re going to surprise a lot of teams this year.”\r\n\r\nBattery Creek won its last two regular-season games last season, then stormed back from a big early deficit before falling 32-26 at Bishop England, showing signs that the culture change is producing results.\r\n\r\n“I always say to be disciplined means to be 5 out of 5,” Wilson said. “When I got there, Battery Creek was 1 out of 5. We got in the middle of the year last year, we moved up and got to about 2 out of 5, and then 3. Right now, we’re about 4 out of 5, but that still isn’t where we need to be. We need to be 5 out of 5 to have that consistency and mindset to understand what it’s going to take day in and day out.”\r\n\r\nIn other words, they’re close to leaving the old Battery Creek behind and putting together their first winning season since 2012.\r\n\r\n“Some people might be shocked because they still have ideas about the old Battery Creek,” junior Brandon Wilson said. “But it’s not about who people come to see, it’s about who they leave talking about. I think they’re going to be talking about us.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>BATTERY CREEK<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>DOLPHINS FOOTBALL</b></p>\r\n<b>Coach: </b>Walt Wilson\r\n\r\n<b>Record at BCHS: </b>4-6 (2nd season)\r\n\r\n<b>2017 record:</b> 4-6 overall, 2-2 region, lost in first round of Class 3A playoffs\r\n\r\n<b>Returning starters:</b> 7 offense, 8 defense\r\n\r\n<b>Top returners:</b> RB/LB/P/K Brandon Benke, TE/DE Brandon Wilson, RB Trey Booth, QB Jordan Gwyn\r\n\r\n<b>Notable losses: </b>OL Byron McClain, DL Ahman Smalls, WR/DE Sayrend Musgrove Jr., WR Trey Chancey, OL Dizayuh Hinton\r\n\r\n<b>Breakout candidates:</b> WR/FS Jordon Wilson-Smalls, OL/DE Myles Middleton\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>PLAYER TO WATCH</b></p>\r\n<b>Jordon Wilson-Smalls, WR/FS: </b>The state champion in the high jump could be a huge weapon on both sides of the ball for the Dolphins. He’s a major downfield threat and an ideal red-zone target for Gwyn.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>BURNING QUESTION</b></p>\r\n<b>How good can the Dolphins be in the trenches? </b>There’s plenty of talent at the skill positions and lots of experience on defense, but the top two offensive linemen were lost to graduation, leaving an inexperienced group up front. If they can jell and hold their own, a winning season is well within reach.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>REGION AND BEYOND</b></p>\r\nDefending region champion Wade Hampton is probably the preseason favorite to repeat, but the Dolphins are among the most likely teams to unseat the Red Devils. We’ll know a whole lot more when Battery Creek hosts Wade Hampton on Sept. 21, which conveniently comes after an open week for the Dolphins, who should be fresh and ready to make a statement.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>SCHEDULE</b></p>\r\n8/17 — at Whale Branch\r\n\r\n8/24 — vs. Beaufort High\r\n\r\n8/31 — vs. Hilton Head High\r\n\r\n9/7 — vs. Woodland\r\n\r\n9/14 — Open\r\n\r\n9/21 — vs. Wade Hampton*\r\n\r\n9/28 — at Creekside Christian\r\n\r\n10/5 — at Lake Marion*\r\n\r\n10/12 — vs. Ridgeland-Hardeeville*\r\n\r\n10/19 — at May River*\r\n\r\n10/26 — vs. Whale Branch\r\n\r\n<i>*region opponent</i>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Whale Branch<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>High School</h2>\r\nThey’re doing their best to avoid getting ahead of themselves, but it’s obvious when talking to members of the Whale Branch football team that something special could blossom in Seabrook this fall.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WB-backs.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-37249\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/WB-backs-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"389\" height=\"371\"></a>With most of their top players back from last year’s region championship squad and a roster loaded with 10 juniors and 15 seniors, the Warriors have high hopes for 2018.\r\n\r\n“I see that we have potential to be something we haven’t been in the past,” coach Jerry Hatcher said. “I’m not going to look that far ahead because the wheels could come off, but athletically and physically, this is the best group I’ve had since I’ve been here.”\r\n\r\nThey felt equally confident going into last season before starting with four straight losses to fellow Beaufort County schools from larger classifications –&nbsp;Battery Creek, Beaufort High, Bluffton, and Hilton Head High. The district lifted the rule that required the Warriors to play all those teams, so the early-season schedule is a bit more favorable, but they’ll make up for it during region play. Whale Branch will compete in a loaded Region 5-2A along with powerhouses Barnwell and Bamberg-Ehrhardt, as well as strong programs in Allendale-Fairfax and Woodland.\r\n\r\nThe Warriors figure to be battle-tested by the time they get to the postseason, but they feel they can compete in the stout new region. They have to replace two key offensive linemen but have tons of talent returning in the backfield, including Wofford commit Irvin Mulligan, who earned first-team All-Lowco honors after rushing for more than 1,400 yards and 23 TDs last season.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Quarterback CJ Brown also is back, and the Warriors can plug in a number of other running backs to help carry the load.\r\n\r\n“Irvin is Irvin, but what we have now is backs in the backfield with him who are very capable,” Hatcher said. “The people who complement Irvin are better than they were last year.”\r\n\r\nThe defense is a work in progress despite returning eight starters, Hatcher said, but there’s enough talent and experience back on that side of the ball to believe things will fall into place by the time region play starts Sept. 28. Until then, the Warriors will be focused on one opponent at a time and trying to build toward a deep postseason run.\r\n\r\n“The goal is to get to Columbia, but we can’t talk about it too much,” senior Kyshon Hipp said. “Last year we talked about it too much and we fell off with that 0-4 start. This year we’re going to go out there and play. We’re not going to do so much talking.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>WHALE BRANCH<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>WARRIORS FOOTBALL</b></p>\r\n<b>Coach: </b>Jerry Hatcher\r\n\r\n<b>Record at WBECHS: </b>37-31 (7th season)\r\n\r\n<b>2017 record: </b>6-5 overall, 5-0 region, lost in second round of Class 2A playoffs\r\n\r\n<b>Returning starters:</b> 7 offense, 8 defense\r\n\r\n<b>Offensive scheme:</b> Split-back\r\n\r\n<b>Defensive scheme:</b> 4-2-5\r\n\r\n<b>Top returners: </b>RB Irvin Mulligan, QB CJ Brown, C Aaron Rhode, G Daquan Griswold, LB Jaheim Fripp, LB Kyshon Hipp, CB Taqui Polite, CB Jaheem Hazel, WR Trevaughn Hipp, S Marion Smalls, DT Jaquan Fripp\r\n\r\n<b>Notable losses: </b>T Anthony McVay, G Carus Epps, CB Jordon Reeves, RB Roscoe Fields\r\n\r\n<b>Breakout candidates:</b> RB/WR Jadon Grant, OT Xavier Chaplin\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>PLAYER TO WATCH</b></p>\r\n<b>Jaheem Hazel, RB/CB: </b>Hazel is overshadowed by fellow Wofford commit Mulligan, but he’s an outstanding two-way player. A lock-down cornerback, he earned All-Lowco honors with nine pass break-ups and five interceptions last season, and he will line up at running back and quarterback at times to give the Warriors another offensive threat.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>BURNING QUESTION</b></p>\r\n<b>Can the Warriors stop the run? </b>Whale Branch’s defense had a bend-but-don’t-break quality last season, but an opportunistic secondary was usually there to come up with a turnover in a big spot. The secondary should be strong again, but there are questions about whether the front seven is ready to stop power running games like they’ll face in the region.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>REGION AND BEYOND</b></p>\r\nNot to belabor the point, but this is a brutal region. Bamberg-Ehrhardt and Barnwell played in the Lower State final last season and will likely begin the year ranked in the top five in the state. Even the third-place team from the region will be capable of doing some damage in the playoffs, and don’t be surprised if three teams from Region 5-2A are among the last four teams standing in the Lower State.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>SCHEDULE</b></p>\r\n8/17 — vs. Battery Creek\r\n\r\n8/24 — at Cross\r\n\r\n8/31 — at May River\r\n\r\n9/7 — vs. Ridgeland-Hardeeville\r\n\r\n9/14 — Open\r\n\r\n9/21 — at Philip Simmons\r\n\r\n9/28 — vs. Woodland*\r\n\r\n10/5 — at Barnwell*\r\n\r\n10/12 — at Allendale-Fairfax*\r\n\r\n10/19 — vs. Bamberg-Ehrhardt*\r\n\r\n10/26 — at Battery Creek\r\n\r\n<i>*region opponent</i>', 'Friday Night Lights', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'friday-night-lights', '', '', '2018-08-16 11:44:52', '2018-08-16 15:44:52', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37229', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37253, 4, '2018-08-18 12:53:26', '2018-08-18 16:53:26', 'A group of local business owners organized a protest in downtown Beaufort on Friday, Aug. 17, to raise awareness about what they say are poor and intimidating business practices by Eat Sleep Play Beaufort. We will have more on this story in this week\'s issue of The Island News due out Thursday.\r\n\r\n[embed]https://vimeo.com/285569589[/embed]', 'Local Business Owners Take Stand', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'local-business-protest-eat-sleep-play', '', '', '2018-08-23 09:07:13', '2018-08-23 13:07:13', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37253', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37278, 4, '2018-08-23 08:35:33', '2018-08-23 12:35:33', '<b>Sea Turtle Talks<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>continue in August</b>\r\n\r\nEvery Tuesday in August, boys and girls and “children of all ages” are invited to Hunting Island State Park to learn all you ever wanted to know about sea turtles. The Friends of Hunting Island will be at the picnic pavilion near the lighthouse at 10:30 every Tuesday morning to talk about these wonderful creatures and answer all your questions. You’ll learn why and when the mother turtles return to Hunting Island, how they dig their nests and lay their eggs, what happens when the eggs hatch, and what challenges the baby turtles have on their way to the ocean. After the free talks there will be a free optional beach walk to see some nests and how they are kept safe. Sea turtles are so important to South Carolina beaches and learning about them is a first step in making sure they continue to be protected and keep coming back to Hunting Island and other coastal habitats. Please join us! Park admission entry fees apply.\r\n\r\nFor more information, go to the Friends of Hunting Island web-site and to the Facebook page: FOHI Sea Turtle Conservation Project.\r\n\r\n<b>Film Society to hold Meet &amp; Greet</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Film Society will hold a Meet &amp; Greet from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 28, at Papaya Thai &amp; Sushi Bar in Beaufort. The event is free and open to the public. Come out to meet your fellow film aficionados and learn about some exciting news regarding South Carolina Film Incentives, local film news, and the upcoming 13th annual Beaufort International Film Festival. For more information about the Beaufort Film Society, please visit beaufortfilmfestival.com.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Drum Circle adds second monthly session</b>\r\n\r\nBy popular demand, the Beaufort Drum Circle has added a second session for each month. We will continue our second Mondays from 5:30-7 p.m. and have added the fourth Thursday each month from 7-8:30 p.m.\r\n\r\nAll are welcome to enjoy some good vibes at our free, family-friendly events. The next drum circle is Thursday, Aug. 23, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Contemplative Garden at Henry Chambers Waterfront Park. (Gazebo for inclement weather.) Bring a chair and your favorite percussion instrument. No experience necessary. Rain or shine.\r\n\r\n<b>Bloody Sunday tourney returns to Parris Island</b>\r\n\r\nThe Bloody Sunday Tournament returns to The Legends at Parris Island on Sunday, Aug. 26. The event is open to all players and ability levels. All males play from the red tees and the females play from 80 percent of that yardage.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nCheck-in at 1:30 p.m. followed by shotgun start at 2 p.m. Entry fee is $20 for Gross Division, $20 for Net Division (must have USGA handicap) or $40 for both divisions, which includes green fees and cart.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nTo sign up, call the Pro Shop at (843) 228-2240 or email Craig Dixson at craig.dixson@usmc-mccs.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Blood drive to<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>be held Aug. 31</b>\r\n\r\nHelp save lives in the local community on Friday, Aug. 31, from 9 a.m. until noon when Helena Place Senior Living holds a OneBlood blood drive. OneBlood is the sole provider of blood to Beaufort Memorial Hospital. All donors will receive a OneBlood beach towel, a wellness checkup and be entered<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>into a raffle to win a Mac Coxwell 24 x 36 canvas print. Reserve your appointment time now at www.oneblooddonor.org using code #31608. Questions can emailed to rewing@enlivant.com or call 843-252-3001. Helena Place Senior Living is an assisted living community located at 1624 Paris Avenue in Port Royal, directly across from the Port Royal Post Office.\r\n\r\n<b>New featured exhibit coming to BAA Gallery</b>\r\n\r\n“Blending Digital Art with Photography” is the title of an exhibit featuring artist Gordon Fritz at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery from Sept. 2 through Oct. 28. An open house and reception will be held at the Gallery on Friday, Sept. 7, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and the public is invited.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA swim team registration open</b>\r\n\r\nThe BYAC Tiger Sharks Swim Team is registering swimmers for the 2018-19 season now through Sept. 10. The Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal offers three levels of swim team depending upon an individual’s skill level. Youth ages 5 and up who meet minimum requirements will be evaluated by swim coaches to determine placement level. For more information visit beaufort-jasperymca.org, stop by the Y at 1801 Richmond Avenue, or call 832-522-9622.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA adds additional CPR training dates<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal will offer four more CPR classes for community members this year. The courses will be held on four Saturdays — Aug. 18, Sept. 8, and Oct. 13 — from 8 a.m. to noon.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nCost is $30 for this YMCA-certified course, and those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact aquatics director Lou Bergen at 843-522-9622 to register or visit beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the YA Everlasting Book Club</b>\r\n\r\nIf you are an adult but still enjoy reading young adult literature, this book club is for you. The Young Adult Everlasting Book Club meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. The next title will be “Ghost” by Jason Reynolds (Aug. 8), followed by “The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano” by Sonia Manzano (Sept. 12). For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org.\r\n\r\n<b>August events at Hunting Island State Park</b>\r\n\r\nThere are fun, interesting and educational activities every day hosted by Park Ranger and Lowcountry Master Naturalist Megan Stegmeir.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Monday: Tie Dye at 2 p.m.; Boardwalk Tours and Secrets of the Salt Marsh at 4 p.m.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Tuesday: Sea Turtle Tracks at 10:30 a.m.; Beach Walks at 3 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Wednesday: Alligator Talks at 1 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Thursday: A Sunrise at the Lighthouse at 6:30 a.m. (Aug. 16); Lighthouse Tours at 10 a.m. (Aug. 9, Aug. 23); Feeding Frenzy every Thursday at 3 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Friday: Stepping Stones at 1 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Saturday: Fish Printing at noon; Creatures of the Night (Aug. 11, Aug. 18)</li>\r\n 	<li>Sunday: Reptile Talks at 11 a.m.; Sand/Candy Art at 1 p.m. (Aug. 12, Aug. 19); Full Moon Lighthouse Climb at 8 p.m. (Aug. 26)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<b>Learn to use digital services at the library</b>\r\n\r\nLearn how to instantly access and download free ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, music, and more. Bring your own favorite mobile device (tablet, cell phone, or laptop) and learn how to use the digital services offered by the library.\r\n\r\nMonday, Aug. 27, 5:30 p.m. and, Thursday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. Free. For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Island Girls Night Out </b><b>hits Bay Street this month</b>\r\n\r\nThe August edition of Island Girls Night Out is set for Aug. 23. The event will be co-hosted by Reflections Old and New Antiques, Collectibles, Art and Glass at 928 Bay Street and It\'s Me Fashions, specializing in unique, affordable fashions, at 928 1/2 Bay Street.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the Port<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>Royal Challenge</b>\r\n\r\nThe YMCA Exercise-a-thon is now the YMCA Port Royal Challenge! Join us Saturday, Sept. 9,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Wardle Family YMCA located at 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal and complete as many exercise classes as you can in four hours. From HIIT Circuit, Power 30, and running to Aqua Bootcamp, test your mettle with our Y instructors. All money raised will benefit the annual 2018 Scholarship Campaign, which funds financial assistance for local individuals and families in need. The public is invited to attend. Cost is $10 per person with additional donations welcome. Contact Y Wellness Director, Denice Fanning at 843-522-9622. beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Maritime Center hosts 2<sup>nd</sup> </b><b>annual STEAM Festival</b>\r\n\r\nThe Port Royal Sound Foundation is gearing up for its second annual STEAM Festival on Saturday, Aug. 25, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Maritime Center in Okatie.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSponsored by Lockheed Martin and the Stanley B. Farbstein Endowment of Coastal Community Foundation, the STEAM Festival will provide hands-on, innovative and super-cool activities for families to enjoy. STEAM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math, is an important initiative for educating and preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s jobs. The festival will showcase demonstrations, simulations, experiments and hands-on activities by area businesses, organizations and schools that are using STEAM to succeed in our highly technical world.\r\n\r\nFeatured vendors at this years’ festival include Lockheed Martin, Beaufort/Port Royal Fire Department, Beaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority, The Sandbox, South Carolina Aquarium, Technical College of the Lowcountry, Coastal Conservation League, SC Department of Natural Resources, Beaufort Memorial Hospital and many more. Each vendor will provide a hands-on and engaging activity for the whole family. Guests are invited to have lunch at the Maritime Center. Food vendors will include Time to Eat, Murican Border, KC Mikes Smokin and Kona Ice.\r\n\r\nThe Maritime Center features many STEAM-based exhibits and offers a variety of STEAM-based programs to educate visitors about the Port Royal Sound.\r\n\r\nThe festival will be a great kick-off to the 2018-19 school year. A comprehensive list of participating vendors, demonstration schedules and parking information will be posted on the Port Royal Sound Foundation’s website and Facebook page. For more information, contact the Foundation office at 843-645-7774.\r\n\r\n<b>Explore the Medicine of Gone with the Wind</b>\r\n\r\nSome say that Margaret Mitchell’s depiction of the Old South came from her childhood experiences in Beaufort. The beloved novel Gone with the Wind has a lot of characters – and a fair portion of them get sick or wounded. Living historian Dave Smoot has created a new program to share his deep knowledge of mid-19th century medical treatments and practices based upon the medical manuals of the time.\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Wednesday, Aug. 29, 5:30 p.m., at the Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></p>\r\n<b>Smoked meats for<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>sale for Labor Day</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sons of American Veterans will be holding a Labor Day sale offering smoked pork butts and smoked chickens. The butts are $30, and chickens are $10. Both are prepared on site in the smokehouse at the post and can be reserved at the Post and must be paid in advance.\r\n\r\nThe pick up date is Sunday, Sept, 2, between 9 a.m. and noon.\r\n\r\nBrunch also will be served at that time, and the public is invited. The brunch cost is $8, drinks included. Breakfast is made to order, and you can have anything on the menu. To reserve or for more information, call the post at 843-524-1494.', 'August 23rd-29th events around Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'august-23rd-29th-events-around-beaufort', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:35:48', '2018-08-23 12:35:48', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37278', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37280, 4, '2018-08-23 08:36:43', '2018-08-23 12:36:43', '<h4>By Celia Strong</h4>\r\nOne of the hottest trends in the restaurant business over the past few years has been “farm-to-table” — getting food as directly as possible from the farm to our table. Imagine a wine that does just that — and has the name to prove it.\r\n\r\nFowles Wine is an Australian company, located near the Strathbogie Ranges region of Victoria. This wine area has the same latitude as Gisborne in New Zealand, Sonoma and Napa valleys in California, Mendoza in Argentina, and Sicily in Italy. So, obviously, a climate for growing good grapes. The Ranges are based on massive granite boulders, formed millions of years ago, with sandy, loam soils. This Australian landscape is harsh, with poor soil nutrients and low water retention. All conditions known for making the grapes work as they grow, in turn making for great flavors and textures in the grapes and their wines. Cool climates joined with tough growing and ripening makes for intensely flavored wines. Farm to Table is one of several labels produced by Fowles Wine, by families who live on their land with their vines, and there are multiple varieties to chose from. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>• Farm to Table Cabernet Sauvignon: </b>These grapes are grown in the Upton Run and Billi’s vineyards in the Strathbogie Ranges. After harvest, they are fermented in stainless steel, with stirring, for maximum color and flavors. The use of neutral yeast strains allows for natural aromas and flavors. This Cabernet is a deep, dense red color with hints of purple. Its aromas and flavors include blackberries, black cherries, and black currants, all mixed with chocolate and baking spices. It is a full-bodied wine with moderate tannins. Good with beef, stews and grilled meats of all kinds.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>• Farm to Table Chardonnay:</b> Grapes for this wine are also from Ranges vineyards, harvested in the evening, in cooler hours, so the must temperature stays lower. Lower temperatures mean more intense fruit flavors in the finished wine. Also fermented in stainless steel, with stirring, with a specific Portuguese yeast strain known for enhancing fresh, fruity Chardonnay flavors. Some aging in new and old French oak adds complexities to this fuller but fresh style Chardonnay. Apples, pears, Meyer lemons and green herbs like thyme and tarragon are all part of this wine. Poultry and fish — baked and grilled — and creamy casseroles go well with this Chardonnay. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>• Farm to Table Sauvignon Blanc:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b> Again, this wine is sourced from the same vineyards and harvested in the evening. What works for the Chardonnay works for the Sauvignon Blanc. Its yeast is chosen from trials done in 2014 that found a strain that really augmented aromas and flavors in Sauvignon Blanc. This wine is pale yellow with light green tinges. Mangos, passionfruit, and kiwis lead its tropical fruit aromas and flavors, followed by some lemon-lime, apple and herb notes. Clean, crisp acidity carries the flavors to the finish. Seafood and shellfish shine with this wine.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>• Farm to Table Shiraz: </b>Like our other wines, these grapes come from the Ranges and are fermented in the same way. Its yeast is chosen to enhance the richness of Shiraz. This is a bright red wine with purple edges. It has vibrant aromas and flavors including dark plums, dark cherries, raspberries and rhubarb. Its palate is very fruit forward with a juicy texture, soft tannins and a long finish. It’s perfect with lamb and anything grilled.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe name says it all. Or most of it. The label adds more information. The cost, $12.99, settles the deal. Good wine. Good food. Good price. Good times. Enjoy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<i>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</i>', 'Farm To Table Works For Wine, Too', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'farm-to-table-works-for-wine-too', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:36:43', '2018-08-23 12:36:43', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37280', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37282, 4, '2018-08-23 08:37:38', '2018-08-23 12:37:38', '<b>Marsh Road&nbsp;</b><b>closing postponed</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Public Works crews are preparing to perform work to repair and improve the stormwater drainage system that runs under the Beaufort County Government Robert Smalls Complex parking lot and Marsh Road in Beaufort. The crews will be removing and replacing damaged sections of pipe that outfall into the adjacent marsh.\r\n\r\nWork had been scheduled to start Aug. 20, but the county now anticipates a start date in early September.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>An update will be issued once a new start date is confirmed.', 'News brief for August 23rd', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'news-brief-for-august-23rd', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:37:38', '2018-08-23 12:37:38', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37282', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37284, 4, '2018-08-23 08:38:08', '2018-08-23 12:38:08', 'The Washington D.C.-based National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA), has awarded its Platinum 6 Peak Performance Award to Beaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority’s (BJWSA) Hardeeville Water Reclamation Facility. Only wastewater treatment facilities with perfect permit performance records for six consecutive calendar years receive this award.\r\n\r\nNACWA further honored BJWSA with seven Gold Awards, presented to facilities with no permit violations for the entire calendar year. Those facilities are: Cherry Point Water Reclamation Facility; Laurel Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant; Palmetto Bluff Wastewater Treatment Plant; Point South Wastewater Treatment Plant; Port Royal Water Reclamation Facility and St. Helena Wastewater Treatment Plant.\r\n\r\n“Our operators and maintenance personnel work diligently and safely to treat wastewater 365 days a year,” said Tricia Kilgore, PE, Director of Treatment Operations. “These awards for perfect compliance are a reflection of their hard work and BJWSA’s commitment to public health and clean waterways.”\r\n\r\nNACWA\'s Peak Performance Awards program recognizes NACWA-member agency facilities for excellence in wastewater treatment as measured by their compliance with their National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits. Each year about 125-150 treatment facilities earn this exceptional honor out of more than 16,000 publicly-owned wastewater treatment plants operating in the United States.\r\n\r\n\"We are very proud to receive these awards, and we appreciate this recognition for<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>the work we do every day to protect public health and the Lowcountry environment,\" said Ed Saxon, PE, General Manager.\r\n\r\nBJWSA was recognized with a formal presentation at an awards ceremony in July during NACWA’s Utility Leadership Conference in Boston.', 'Association of Clean Water honors BJWSA', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'association-of-clean-water-honors-bjwsa', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:38:08', '2018-08-23 12:38:08', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37284', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37286, 4, '2018-08-23 08:38:29', '2018-08-23 12:38:29', 'Housing price-bubble chatter has increased this summer, as market observers attempt to predict the next residential real estate shift, according to the Beaufort County Association of Realtors’ July market report.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nIt is too early to predict a change from higher prices and lower inventory, but the common markers that caused the last housing cool-down are present. Wages are up but not at the same pace as home prices, leading to the kind of affordability concerns that can cause fewer sales at lower prices. At the same time, demand is still outpacing what is available for sale in many markets.\r\n\r\nNew Listings were up 11.8 percent to 284. Pending Sales increased 15.8 percent to 234. Inventory grew 21.5 percent to 1,123 units.\r\n\r\nPrices were still soft as Median Sales Price was down 6.7 percent to $210,000. Days on Market increased 2.4 percent to 85 days. Months Supply of Inventory was up 17.3 percent to 6.1 months, indicating that supply increased relative to demand.\r\n\r\nConsumer spending on home goods and renovations are up, and more people are entering the workforce.\r\n\r\nEmployed people spending money is good for the housing market. Meanwhile, GDP growth was 4.1% in the second quarter, the strongest showing since 2014. Housing starts are down, but that is more reflective of low supply than anything else. With a growing economy, solid lending practices and the potential for improved inventory from new listing and building activity, market balance is more likely than a bubble.', 'Local Realtors release July market report', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'local-realtors-release-july-market-report', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:38:29', '2018-08-23 12:38:29', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37286', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37288, 4, '2018-08-23 08:39:06', '2018-08-23 12:39:06', '<h4>By Lee Scott</h4>\r\nIt was never my intention when I moved to the Lowcountry to open a zoo. It just happened. Maybe I should call it a nature preserve instead of a zoo. It all started with Tommie, my neighbor’s cat, who had set up housekeeping on our front porch before we moved in. She was extremely pleased when the new “gamekeeper” moved in and put a rocking chair on the porch. Every morning she would come over and rock for a few hours.\r\n\r\nThen there are the trapeze artists who string their “ropes” each evening across the front brick path to my car. My neighbors must think I am crazy walking out with an umbrella each morning swinging wildly to destroy the spider webs. I imagine them at night, weaving their ropes and practicing their walks while holding a twig, or swinging over and catching another rope.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nOf course, the herd of deer wander throughout the preserve, jumping down the bank and eating the berries. This is after they have devoured all the flowering plants in the backyard.\r\n\r\nThe bird sanctuary is another section of my animal kingdom. We encourage it by maintaining our birdbath, especially on those very dry days. My spouse even set up our irrigation system so it fills the birdbath.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>I do not mind them drinking the water, but I’m not happy about them trying to nest on the boat at the dock. “Get off there!,” I yelled when I saw a particularly large bird with a branch. There are enough trees and pilings for nest building.\r\n\r\nThe amphibian section includes a variety of frogs. One of them lives in the mailbox. I do not know how often he leaves, but when I grab the mail, I always must shake it off. Sometimes he goes flying, but he still comes back again to his favorite habitat.\r\n\r\nThen there is the reptile section. This is filled with every sort of gecko. One large one likes to hide from the sun in our outdoor umbrella.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>When I close it in the evening he leaps out and shrieks almost as loud as I do. Of course, every so often, one of the resident alligators crosses from the creek into the pond. We call him Houdini because he seems to do a disappearing act very well. One minute he is there, the next he is gone. Although on a nice sunny day, he does enjoy sunbathing.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAll in all, I have quite the little Lowcountry nature preserve. Ruling it all is a senior canine named Brandy who treats all the occupants with total disinterest. She is, after all, the queen of her jungle.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>', 'My Animal Kingdom', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'my-animal-kingdom', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:39:06', '2018-08-23 12:39:06', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37288', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37290, 4, '2018-08-23 08:40:28', '2018-08-23 12:40:28', 'The United Way of the Lowcountry Board of Directors has announced the resignation of President and CEO Tina Lamb Gentry.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Gentry has accepted a position as Chief Advancement and Access Officer with TCN based in North Carolina. Gentry\'s last day will be Sept. 30.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nGentry has led the organization for the past 5 1/2 years through a number of pivotal transitions and challenges. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n\"It has truly been an honor and privilege to lead this wonderful organization,\" said Gentry.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>\"I appreciate the support this community has given us and I am very proud of the work we have accomplished for the people of Beaufort and Jasper Counties.\"\r\n\r\nThe Board of Directors will be forming a search committee for the CEO position in the coming days.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n\"Tina has been an outstanding leader in this organization and in our community,\" says Jon Rembold, United Way of the Lowcountry Board of Directors, Acting Chairman. \"Under her leadership, Tina helped grow the annual campaign, transition the organization fully into Community Impact, relocate the Beaufort office debt-free and expand the Education Impact Initiative significantly with stellar results. Tina also helped implement a call center during the aftermath of two hurricanes within 11 months and worked to repair homes with the Long Term Recovery Group for our residents. Tina will be greatly missed and leaves behind big shoes to fill.\"', 'United Way of the Lowcountry Board of Directors to begin search for CEO', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'united-way-of-the-lowcountry-board-of-directors-to-begin-search-for-ceo', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:40:28', '2018-08-23 12:40:28', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37290', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37292, 4, '2018-08-23 08:42:01', '2018-08-23 12:42:01', '[caption id=\"attachment_37293\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"325\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_20180802_120659479-e1535028105548.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37293\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_20180802_120659479-e1535028105548-727x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"325\" height=\"742\"></a> Rabbi Louis W. Sutker[/caption]\r\n\r\nCongregation Beth Israel in Beaufort welcomes Rabbi Louis W. Sutker, who will be on hand from Sept. 6 through Oct. 4 to conduct High Holiday and Shabbat services. Rosh Hashana services will begin at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 9, and continue at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 10.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>The Rabbi will lead Yom Kippur services on Tuesday evening, Sept. 18; the doors will close promptly at 7 p.m. for Kol Nidre, the traditional prayer of atonement. Services will continue starting at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19, concluding with the breaking of the fast at dusk. For details of the services offered and times, please visit the website at www.bethisrael-beaufort.com.\r\n\r\nRabbi Sutker is a native of Savannah who currently lives in Victoria, Canada.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>He earned a Masters, PhD and a post-doctoral fellowship, and was a practicing psychologist until his retirement.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>In 2005, he completed his semicha through Aleph Alliance for Jewish Renewal.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>He served as Interim Rabbi for Congregation Kolot Mayim Reform synagogue in Victoria.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>From 2015-2017, he served as Interim Rabbi for renewal Congregation Or Shalom in Vancouver and Conservative Congregation El Hal in West Vancouver.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Adept at conducting both traditional and innovative services, Rabbi Sutker has led numerous weddings, brit and funerals, as well as Jewish studies.\r\n\r\nVisitors are welcome. Although the Congregation does not sell tickets to High Holiday services, donations to the historic Synagogue are appreciated. Founded in 1905, Beth Israel Congregation has continuously operated at 401 Scott Street in Beaufort. Barbara Mark, the synagogue’s president, can be reached at 843-525-1052 for further information, or you can learn more about worship services and events at www.bethisrael-beaufort.com. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Visiting Rabbi to lead High Holiday services in Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'visiting-rabbi-to-lead-high-holiday-services-in-beaufort', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:42:01', '2018-08-23 12:42:01', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37292', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(37294, 4, '2018-08-23 08:43:34', '2018-08-23 12:43:34', 'Few terms in personal finance are as important, or used as frequently, as \"risk.\" Nevertheless, few terms are as imprecisely defined. Generally, when financial advisors or the media talk about investment risk, their focus is on the historical price volatility of the asset or investment under discussion.\r\n\r\nAdvisors label as aggressive or risky an investment that has been prone to wild price gyrations in the past. The presumed uncertainty and unpredictability of this investment\'s future performance is perceived as risk. Assets characterized by prices that historically have moved within a narrower range of peaks and valleys are considered more conservative. Unfortunately, this explanation is seldom offered, so it is often not clear that the volatility yardstick is being used to measure risk.\r\n\r\nBefore exploring risk in more formal terms, a few observations are worthwhile. On a practical level, we can say that risk is the chance that your investment will provide lower returns than expected or even a loss of your entire investment. You probably also are concerned about the chance of not meeting your investment goals. After all, you are investing now so you can do something later (for example, pay for college or retire comfortably). Every investment carries some degree of risk, including the possible loss of principal, and there can be no guarantee that any investment strategy will be successful. That\'s why it makes sense to understand the kinds of risk as well as the extent of risk that you choose to take, and to learn ways to manage it.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What you probably already<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>know about risk</b></p>\r\nEven though you might never have thought about the subject, you\'re probably already familiar with many kinds of risk from life experiences. For example, it makes sense that a scandal or lawsuit that involves a particular company will likely cause a drop in the price of that company\'s stock, at least temporarily. If one car company hits a home run with a new model, that might be bad news for competing automakers. In contrast, an overall economic slowdown and stock market decline might hurt most companies and their stock prices, not just in one industry.\r\n\r\nHowever, there are many different types of risk to be aware of. Volatility is a good place to begin as we examine the elements of risk in more detail.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What makes volatility risky?</b></p>\r\nSuppose you had invested $10,000 in each of two mutual funds 20 years ago, and both funds produced average annual returns of 10 percent. Imagine further that one of these hypothetical funds, Steady Freddy, returned exactly 10 percent every single year. The annual return of the second fund, Jekyll &amp; Hyde, alternated — 5 percent one year, 15 percent the next, 5 percent again in the third year, and so on. What would these two investments be worth at the end of the 20 years?\r\n\r\nIt seems obvious that if the average annual returns of two investments are identical, their final values will be, too. But this is a case where intuition is wrong. If you plot the 20-year investment returns in this example on a graph, you\'ll see that Steady Freddy\'s final value is over $2,000 more than that from the variable returns of Jekyll &amp; Hyde. The shortfall gets much worse if you widen the annual variations (e.g., plus-or-minus 15 percent, instead of plus-or-minus 5 percent). This example illustrates one of the effects of investment price volatility: Short-term fluctuations in returns are a drag on long-term growth. (Note: This is a hypothetical example and does not reflect the performance of any specific investment. This example assumes the reinvestment of all earnings and does not consider taxes or transaction costs.)\r\n\r\nAlthough past performance is no guarantee of future results, historically the negative effect of short-term price fluctuations has been reduced by holding investments over longer periods. But counting on a longer holding period means that some additional planning is called for. You should not invest funds that will soon be needed into a volatile investment. Otherwise, you might be forced to sell the investment to raise cash at a time when the investment is at a loss.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Other types of risk</b></p>\r\nHere are a few of the many different types of risk:\r\n\r\n<strong>Market risk:</strong> This refers to the possibility that an investment will lose value because of a general decline in financial markets, due to one or more economic, political, or other factors.\r\n\r\n<strong>Inflation risk:</strong> Sometimes known as purchasing power risk, this refers to the possibility that prices will rise in the economy as a whole, so your ability to purchase goods and services would decline. For instance, your investment might yield a 6 percent return, but if the inflation rate rises to double digits, the invested dollars that you got back would buy less than the same dollars today. Inflation risk is often overlooked by fixed income investors who shun the volatility of the stock market completely.\r\n\r\n<strong>Interest rate risk:</strong> This relates to increases or decreases in prevailing interest rates and the resulting price fluctuation of an investment, particularly bonds. There is an inverse relationship between bond prices and interest rates. As interest rates rise, the price of bonds falls; as interest rates fall, bond prices tend to rise. If you need to sell your bond before it matures and your principal is returned, you run the risk of loss of principal if interest rates are higher than when you purchased the bond.\r\n\r\n<strong>Reinvestment rate risk:</strong> This refers to the possibility that funds might have to be reinvested at a lower rate of return than that offered by the original investment. For example, a five-year, 3.75 percent bond might mature at a time when an equivalent new bond pays just 3 percent. Such differences can in turn affect the yield of a bond fund.\r\n\r\n<strong>Default risk (credit risk):</strong> This refers to the risk that a bond issuer will not be able to pay its bondholders interest or repay principal.\r\n\r\n<strong>Liquidity risk:</strong> This refers to how easily your investments can be converted to cash. Occasionally (and more precisely), the foregoing definition is modified to mean how easily your investments can be converted to cash without significant loss of principal.\r\n\r\n<strong>Political risk:</strong> This refers to the possibility that new legislation or changes in foreign governments will adversely affect companies you invest in or financial markets overseas.\r\n\r\n<strong>Currency risk (for those making international investments):</strong> This refers to the possibility that the fluctuating rates of exchange between U.S. and foreign currencies will negatively affect the value of your foreign investment, as measured in U.S. dollars.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>The relationship between&nbsp;</b><b>risk and reward</b></p>\r\nIn general, the more risk you\'re willing to take on (whatever type and however defined), the higher your potential returns, as well as potential losses. This proposition is probably familiar and makes sense to most of us. It is simply a fact of life — no sensible person would make a higher-risk, rather than lower-risk, investment without the prospect of receiving a higher return. That is the tradeoff. Your goal is to maximize returns without taking on an inappropriate level or type of risk.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Understanding your<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>own tolerance for risk</b></p>\r\nThe concept of risk tolerance is twofold. First, it refers to your personal desire to assume risk and your comfort level with doing so. This assumes that risk is relative to your own personality and feelings about taking chances. If you find that you can\'t sleep at night because you\'re worrying about your investments, you may have assumed too much risk. Second, your risk tolerance is affected by your financial ability to cope with the possibility of loss, which is influenced by your age, stage in life, how soon you\'ll need the money, your investment objectives, and your financial goals. If you\'re investing for retirement and you\'re 35 years old, you may be able to endure more risk than someone who is 10 years into retirement, because you have a longer time frame before you will need the money. With 30 years to build a nest egg, your investments have more time to ride out short-term fluctuations in hopes of a greater long-term return.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Reducing risk through diversification</b></p>\r\nDon\'t put all your eggs in one basket. You can potentially help offset the risk of any one investment by spreading your money among several asset classes. Diversification strategies take advantage of the fact that forces in the markets do not normally influence all types or classes of investment assets at the same time or in the same way (though there are often short-term exceptions). Swings in overall portfolio return can potentially be moderated by diversifying your investments among assets that are not highly correlated — i.e., assets whose values may behave very differently from one another. In a slowing economy, for example, stock prices might be going down or sideways, but if interest rates are falling at the same time, the price of bonds likely would rise. Diversification cannot guarantee a profit or ensure against a potential loss, but it can help you manage the level and types of risk you face.\r\n\r\nIn addition to diversifying among asset classes, you can diversify within an asset class. For example, the stocks of large, well-established companies may behave somewhat differently than stocks of small companies that are growing rapidly but that also may be more volatile. A bond investor can diversify among Treasury securities, more risky corporate securities, and municipal bonds, to name a few. Diversifying within an asset class helps reduce the impact on your portfolio of any one particular type of stock, bond, or mutual fund.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Evaluating risk: where to find<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>information about investments</b></p>\r\nYou should become fully informed about an investment product before making a decision. There are numerous sources of information. In addition to the information available from the company offering an investment — for example, the prospectus of a mutual fund — you can find information in third-party business and financial publications and websites, as well as annual and other periodic financial reports. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) also can supply information.\r\n\r\nThird-party business and financial publications can provide credit ratings, news stories, and financial information about a company. For mutual funds, third-party sources provide information such as ratings, financial analysis, and comparative performance relative to peers.\r\n\r\n<b><i>Note:</i></b><i> Before investing in a mutual fund, carefully consider its investment objectives, risks, fees and expenses, which can be found in the prospectus available from the fund; read it and consider it carefully before investing.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></i>\r\n\r\n<i>This article was written by Broadridge, an independent third party, and provided to you by Hall Sumner, Vice President, Investments, at TLS Wealth Management of Raymond James. Hall Sumner is a Financial Advisor with Raymond James &amp; Associates, Inc., Member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC located at 2015 Boundary Street, Suite 220, Beaufort SC 29902. He can be contacted at 843-379-6100 or<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>hall.sumner@raymondjames.com or visit our website at: www.tlswealthmanagement.com</i>\r\n\r\n<i>This information was developed by Broadridge, an independent third party. It is general in nature, is not a complete statement of all information necessary for making an investment decision, and is not a recommendation or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investments and strategies mentioned may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Raymond James &amp; Associates, Inc. member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC does not provide advice on tax, legal or mortgage issues. These matters should be discussed with an appropriate professional.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>The information contained within this commercial email has been obtained from sources considered reliable, but we do not guarantee the foregoing material is accurate or complete.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Prepared by Broadridge Investor Communication Solutions, Inc. Copyright 2018.</i>', 'Understanding Risk', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'understanding-risk', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:43:34', '2018-08-23 12:43:34', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37294', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37297, 4, '2018-08-23 08:45:06', '2018-08-23 12:45:06', '<b>Beaufort High (1-0) at Battery Creek (0-1), 7:30 p.m. Friday</b>\r\n\r\nThe Eagles have won 12 straight meetings between these crosstown rivals dating to 2003. Going into the season, it appeared the rivalry game might be closer than it has been in several years, but the Dolphins struggled out of the gates in a 31-9 loss to Whale Branch.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High is looking to build off last week’s season-opening 35-21 home win over A.C. Flora in which quarterback Jeffrey Smyth and running back James Dagin had big games and the defense tightened up in the second half.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Whale Branch (1-0) at<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>Cross (0-1), 7:30 p.m. Friday</b>\r\n\r\nThe Warriors are off to a 1-0 start for the first time since 2011 after a convincing 31-9 win over crosstown rival Battery Creek, and they have a great chance to improve to 2-0 when they visit a Cross team that was blanked 26-0 at Burke last week.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nWhale Branch running back Irvin Mulligan started the season with a bang, rushing for 232 yards and two touchdowns, and the Warriors should be able to find more running room this week.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Clarendon Hall (0-0) at Beaufort Academy (0-0), 7:30 p.m. Friday</b>\r\n\r\nComing off a playoff appearance last season, Beaufort Academy opens longtime Beaufort High coach Mark Clifford’s first season at the helm with a home game against the Saints.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nClarendon Hall won last season’s matchup 46-28 in Week 2.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<i>For daily sports coverage, including recaps of every high school football game in Beaufort and Jasper counties, please visit LowcoSports.com.</i>', 'Week 2 High School Football Previews', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'week-2-high-school-football-previews', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:45:06', '2018-08-23 12:45:06', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37297', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37298, 4, '2018-08-23 08:44:23', '2018-08-23 12:44:23', 'United Way of the Lowcountry\'s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a four-star rating from Charity Navigator, America\'s largest independent charity evaluator.\r\n\r\nSince 2002, using objective analysis, Charity Navigator has awarded only the most fiscally-responsible organizations a four-star rating. In 2011, Charity Navigator added 17 metrics, focused on governance and ethical practices as well as measures of openness, to its ratings methodology.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>These accountability and transparency metrics, which account for 50 percent of a charity\'s overall rating, reveal which charities operate in accordance with industry best practices and whether they are open with their donors and stakeholders. On June 1, 2016, Charity Navigator upgraded their methodology for rating each charity\'s\' financial health with CN 2.1. These enhancements further substantiate the financial health of four-star charities.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n\"We value our donors and it\'s important they trust that we\'re using their hard-earned dollars wisely to address the immediate needs of our neighbors and create lasting, positive change in our community, says Tina Gentry, United Way of the Lowcountry President and CEO.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>\"Our four-star Charity Navigator rating demonstrates to our supporters our good governance and financial accountability.\"\r\n\r\nUnited Way of the Lowcountry\'s rating and other information about charitable giving are available free of charge on www.charitynavigator.org. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'United Way of the Lowcountry earns 4-star rating', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'united-way-of-the-lowcountry-earns-4-star-rating', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:44:23', '2018-08-23 12:44:23', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37298', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37301, 4, '2018-08-23 08:45:41', '2018-08-23 12:45:41', 'The Board of Voter Registration and Elections of Beaufort County will be conducting new poll manager training. All persons interested in working the polls for the first time may enroll in one of these sessions.\r\n\r\nThe dates, times and locations of the training sessions are as follows:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Thursday, Aug. 30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hilton Head Library, 11 Beach City Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926</li>\r\n 	<li>Thursday, Sept. 6, 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Disability &amp; Special Needs (DSN), 100 Clearwater Way, Beaufort, SC 29906</li>\r\n 	<li>Saturday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Bluffton Library, 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton, SC 29910</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe sessions will last approximately five hours. It is recommended that you bring a snack to eat/drink during short breaks.\r\n\r\nTo register for the training, please call 843-255-6900 or send an email to include your name, physical/mailing address, the preferred date of the training you wish to attend and a phone number where you can be reached during the day to voter@bcgov.net.', 'Poll managers needed for November', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'poll-managers-needed-for-november', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:45:41', '2018-08-23 12:45:41', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37301', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37303, 4, '2018-08-23 08:46:12', '2018-08-23 12:46:12', '<b>Coastal Stage Productions holding auditions for ‘Streetcar’</b>\r\n\r\nCoastal Stage Productions has put out a casting call for its next production, “A Streetcar Named Desire,” directed by Luke Cleveland.\r\n\r\nAuditions are set for Sept. 4-5 at 7 p.m. each night at 100 Sea Island Parkway in Beaufort. Auditionees will be required to present a prepared monologue from a text of their choosing and must be prepared to read excerpts from the play. They also should bring a list of potential rehearsal date conflicts, a headshot, and a list of theater experience, if applicable.\r\n\r\nPerformance dates are Nov. 16-18, Nov. 23-25, Nov. 30-Dec. 2, and Dec. 8.\r\n\r\nFor more information and character descriptions, contact Cleveland at luke.coastalstage@gmail.com or 843-870-1482.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Chamber to host “Beers &amp; Gears\" Sept. 29</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced the inaugural Beers &amp; Gears, to be held Sept. 29 in Habersham Marketplace.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe event will feature craft beer tastings by breweries local to South Carolina and Georgia and a classic car display. Attendees will also have the opportunity to hear local favorite Deas Guyz from the main stage from 7-10 p.m.\r\n\r\n\"We\'re looking forward to adding this new, unique event to the calendar,\" says Blakely Williams, President &amp; CEO of the Beaufort Regional Chamber. \"We\'re excited to showcase the merchants of the Habersham Marketplace as well as introduce local breweries from the emerging craft beer market to our friends and neighbors. With an emphasis on appreciation, the Chamber\'s Beers &amp; Gears event is a place to experience craft beers. The partnership with area car clubs also offers a fun, vintage spin on this otherwise fresh event.\"\r\n\r\nPre-sale tickets will be available online for $35 and will include unlimited tastings and access to the car display and concert. Day-of tickets can be purchased on-site for $45.', 'Around Town briefs for August 23rd', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'around-town-briefs-for-august-23rd', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:46:12', '2018-08-23 12:46:12', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37303', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37305, 4, '2018-08-23 08:48:27', '2018-08-23 12:48:27', 'Whale Branch claimed the first of two meetings this season against crosstown rival Battery Creek, beating the visiting Dolphins 31-9 on Friday. Irvin Mulligan rushed for 232 yards and a pair of touchdowns on 12 carries, and C.J. Brown, De’Arius Hazel and Jaheem Hazel each added a score for the Warriors. Whale Branch (1-0) travels to Cross next week, while Battery Creek (0-1) hosts Beaufort High. Photo by Darby Kinsey.', 'Warriors run past Dolphins', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'warriors-run-past-dolphins', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:48:27', '2018-08-23 12:48:27', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37305', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37306, 4, '2018-08-23 08:46:54', '2018-08-23 12:46:54', 'The League of Women Voters of Hilton Head Island/Bluffton Area will be holding two public candidate forums during the month of September.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe first public forum will focus on the candidates running for S.C. House Districts 118, 120, and 123.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>It will be held Wednesday, Sept. 12 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Lowcountry located at 110 Malphrus Road in Bluffton.\r\n\r\nThe League’s second forum will feature candidates running for Districts 6, 8, 9, 10 and 11 on the Beaufort County Council. It will be held Sept. 20 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the All Saints Episcopal Church at 3001 Meeting Street on Hilton Head.\r\n\r\nThe League has prepared questions for the candidates, but the public will have an opportunity to ask questions as well.\r\n\r\nThe League is also planning candidate forums in October for Beaufort County Board of Education positions as well as Hilton Head Island Mayoral and Town Council races.\r\n\r\nThe League of Women Voters of Hilton Head Island/Bluffton Area (lwvhhi.org) does not support or oppose any candidate or party. Instead, it encourages active informed civic participation in government and increased understanding of major public policy issues.\r\n\r\nThe League encourages all Beaufort County residents eligible to vote to register. Deadlines for the Nov. 6 general election are as follows: in person by Oct. 5, at the Beaufort County Board of Voter Registration and Elections at 15 John Galt Road, Beaufort; online, by email or fax by Oct. 7; and by mail postmarked by Oct. 8.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>For additional info call 843-255-6900.\r\n\r\nTo learn more about candidates in all local and statewide races visit the League-sponsored VOTE411.org.', 'League of Women Voters to hold candidate forums', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'league-of-women-voters-to-hold-candidate-forums', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:46:54', '2018-08-23 12:46:54', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37306', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37308, 4, '2018-08-23 08:48:39', '2018-08-23 12:48:39', 'Reader Ron Callari sent in this photo and trivia question. Over 100 years old, this majestic mansion at 607 Bay Street with its breathtaking views of the Woods Memorial Bridge is facing a second rebirth, as new owners transform it into Beaufort‘s newest hostelry. Does anyone know the history related to its first renovation back in 1907? Hint: It has something to do with its exterior transitioning from a ‘tabby’ exterior to one of concrete. To submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high-resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-life-75', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:48:39', '2018-08-23 12:48:39', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37308', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37312, 4, '2018-08-23 08:49:07', '2018-08-23 12:49:07', 'This past spring, representatives of Beaufort’s hospitality industry came together to create a local network of lodging, restaurant, businesses and attractions engaged in the hospitality industry in the city of Beaufort and surrounding areas.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Area Hospitality Association (BAHA) officially launched in May with the appointment of a seven-member Board of Directors and the hiring of an executive director, Lise Sundrla.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nA South Carolina non-profit corporation, BAHA provides a unifed voice to local government and the community, while serving and strengthening the local hospitality industry. Beaufort and the Sea Islands have long supported a robust tourism economy that is vital in supporting a healthy and vibrant lifestyle for residents and business owners. The lodging and food service industries in Beaufort generated an estimated $1.6 million in overall property tax revenues to the community in 2017. The bulk of those revenues direct support our local schools. Additionally, combined revenues of $3.8 million derived from the hospitality industry through accommodations taxes and hospitality taxes directly support key City of Beaufort services, operations and staffing.\r\n\r\n“Hospitality is not only a nice greeting or a glass of sweet tea, it’s our way of life, and the economic driver in our community,” said Craig Reaves of Sea Eagle Market and Good Eats. “We need to protect, nurture and strengthen our hospitality industry.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nEngaging a ready workforce for the industry is a primary goal of BAHA. With this in mind, BAHA has included a job board on their website listing local opportunities in the hospitality industry. Updated regularly, this feature is available to BAHA partners for listing their job needs. Features also include Partner Spotlight, Must Do &amp; See and Local Industry info.\r\n\r\nOver the next few months, BAHA will contact area restaurants, lodging and related businesses along with local neighborhood associations and civic groups. Anyone interested in learning more about BAHA, or its mission and goals, may visit the website at bfthospitality.com. To have a representative speak at a civic or social group function, contact Lise Sundrla at info@bfthospitality.com.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>BAHA Leadership</b></p>\r\nExecutive Director: Lise Sundria\r\n\r\nBoard of Directors: Jonathan Sullivan, Chairman, Beaufort Inn; Vimal Desai, Vice-Chairman, Holiday Inn &amp; Suites; Frank Lesesne, Secretary-Treasurer, Anchorage 1770; Dr. Andy Beall, Santa Elena History Center; Chip Dinkins, Plums, Inc.; Esther Harnett; and Craig Reaves, Sea Eagle Market &amp; Good Eats\r\n\r\nAdvisory Seats: William Prokop, Beaufort City Manager; and Robb Wells, President &amp; CEO, Greater Beaufort Port Royal CVB', 'BAHA launches website, job board to support hospitality industry', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'baha-launches-website-job-board-to-support-hospitality-industry', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:49:07', '2018-08-23 12:49:07', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37312', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37315, 4, '2018-08-23 08:52:32', '2018-08-23 12:52:32', '[caption id=\"attachment_37317\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"329\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9085-e1535028684867.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-37317 \" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9085-e1535028684867-810x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"329\" height=\"557\"></a> Volunteers Naomi Greene, Greg Hogan, and Ervin Atkins fill book bags. Photos by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\nHundreds of area school children, parents and volunteers filled The Shed for the second annual Back To School Book Bag Bash Drive on Saturday, Aug. 11, in Port Royal. The “Bash” was sponsored by the non-profit Mentoring Young Minds organization.\r\n\r\nEvent organizer Roger Gray said last year’s inaugural drive gave away more than 400 backpacks. “This year we have 500 pre-registered recipients and another 100 that just walked through the door,” Gray said.\r\n\r\nGray added that the jump castles and a hotdog lunch were also available. The organization also offers mentoring and youth counseling to all children. Gray stressed that all the programs including book bags and lunch were 100% free.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37318\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1020\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9062.jpg\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-37318\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9062-1024x715.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1020\" height=\"712\"></a> Parents and volunteers sort through the items separated by age groups to go into book bags during the Back To School Book Bag Bash Drive.[/caption]', 'Back To School Book Bag Bash Drive', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'back-to-school-book-bag-bash-drive', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:52:32', '2018-08-23 12:52:32', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37315', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37316, 4, '2018-08-23 08:50:25', '2018-08-23 12:50:25', 'The public is invited to celebrate the 102nd birthday of the National Park Service on Saturday, Aug. 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the at the park’s visitor center, located at 706 Craven Street in downtown Beaufort. Activities include the release and book signing of David Bruce Grim\'s second historical fiction book, “Still a Rising Tide,” children\'s activities, ranger-led programs and music by Jan Spencer.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>The event is free of charge.\r\n\r\n“Still a Rising Tide” continues the story of Callie Hewett, introduced in his first book, “Swift Currents,” through the complex period of Reconstruction. Grim will share his experience of writing the book set in the time of Reconstruction with visitors at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. He will also be available throughout the day to talk with visitors and sign books. Both books will be available for purchase on site.\r\n\r\nJan Spencer will share her musical talent from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Spencer is a singer, songwriter and performance artist. She has performed around the globe with such greats as Dizzy Gillespie, Lou Rawls, Aretha Franklin, Bonnie Raitt and Tony Bennett.\r\n\r\nThroughout the day, children will be able to learn about the park by earning a Junior Ranger badge and other interactive activities. Three ranger-led programs on Reconstruction will be offered for the public at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. A museum exhibit on loan from the Beaufort History Museum and entitled “Reconstruction Beaufort: Islands of Hope in a Sea of Distress” will be on display. The exhibit provides an in-depth look at the challenges and successes of Reconstruction.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Reconstruction Era National Monument, established in January 2017, is moving forward with plans to eventually open to the public. While some of the park facilities are in development, there is limited visitor access to some of the park sites in Beaufort and on St. Helena Island. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n\"Celebrating the 102nd birthday of the the National Park Service is a perfect time to remind everyone that there is now a national park site in this community,\" stated Acting Superintendent Dawn Davis. “The National Park Service is looking for opportunities to connect with the public even though it is not fully staffed or operational.\"<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nTo help the park with these opportunities, the park has started to accept applications from the public for volunteers. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Reconstruction Era National Monument is administered by the National Park Service and will be headquartered at the Old Firehouse in Beaufort. Three additional sites include Darrah Hall and Brick Baptist Church, located on St. Helena Island in the Penn Center National Historic Landmark District, and Camp Saxton near Fort Fredrick in Port Royal. The Reconstruction Era National Monument is dedicated to commemorating the period from 1861-1900, when nearly four million African-Americans, newly freed from bondage, sought to integrate into a free society and into the educational, economic, and political life of the country.', 'Birthday celebration planned for National Park Service', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'birthday-celebration-planned-for-national-park-service', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:50:25', '2018-08-23 12:50:25', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37316', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37322, 4, '2018-08-23 08:56:26', '2018-08-23 12:56:26', '[caption id=\"attachment_37326\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"252\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9488.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37326\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9488-690x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"252\" height=\"408\"></a> Suzanne Blank has her “big books” laid out while she sorts through papers in her first-grade classroom Thursday, Aug. 16. Photos by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe first day of school is tough. New ideas, new rules to learn. It signals the end of summer and time to get back to the grind — and that’s just for the teachers.\r\n\r\n“We only have one week to prepare for the first day of school,” said veteran teacher Suzanne Blank, who will be teaching first grade this year at Beaufort Elementary School. This is Blank’s first year teaching in Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nBlank said with only five days to prepare in the classroom, time management is crucial.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“I’m working on work flow and organization,” she said. “Right now time is my biggest obstacle. Not only do we have to get our rooms together, we have meetings on and off throughout the day.”\r\n\r\nA big, broad smile came over her face as she started talking about the 19 kids who would be in her class starting Monday, Aug. 20.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“It’s all worth it on the first day of school,” she said. “After that first day, we’ll be one big family.”\r\n\r\n<em>Photo at top:&nbsp;Sheryl Mack, left, literacy coach at Beaufort Elementary School, gives first-grade teacher Suzanne Blank some of the books she will need throughout the year. Teachers spent all of last week getting ready for the first day of school on Monday, Aug. 20.&nbsp;</em>', 'Back To School', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'back-to-school', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:56:26', '2018-08-23 12:56:26', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37322', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37323, 4, '2018-08-23 08:54:05', '2018-08-23 12:54:05', 'A communication studies major at USCB has been selected to participate in the 2018 South Carolina Washington Semester Program in the fall. Holli Ramirez, a senior from Charleston, will join 11 other students from honors colleges and universities throughout the state in the semester-long program of college courses and government/organizational internships.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37324\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"440\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/MollieB.HolliR.JayneV.jpeg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37324\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/MollieB.HolliR.JayneV-971x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"440\" height=\"627\"></a> From left: Dr. Mollie Barnes, assistant professor of English at USCB; Holli Ramirez; Dr. Jayne Violette, associate professor of Communication Studies in the Department of Social Sciences at USCB.[/caption]\r\n\r\nRamirez will be the second student to represent USCB, and she will be taking courses in political science and theater, while simultaneously serving in an internship. Ramirez was chosen as the sole intern working for Sen. Lindsey Graham in Washington, D.C., for the fall of 2018.\r\n\r\n“Holli’s background has prepared her for this prestigious program,” says Dr. Jayne Violette, associate professor of Communication Studies in the Department of Social Sciences at USCB. “She has previously worked for the U.S. Embassy in Lima, Peru, in various positions, and she grew up surrounded by federal law enforcement and government officials overseas, which encouraged her to pursue a career in diplomacy.”\r\n\r\nUSCB’s faculty assisted Ramirez with the connection to the program. This included Dr. Mollie Barnes, assistant professor of English, who serves as USCB’s liaison to the Washington Semester Program and Violette. Ramirez submitted an application and was invited to interview with a panel of six directors at USC’s Honors College in Columbia.\r\n\r\n“Holli is an exceptional student,” Dr. Violette says. “We are so proud of her and excited to hear from her throughout the semester about her experience.”\r\n\r\nThe 12 students will live in a townhouse within walking distance of Capitol Hill while they take their courses and participate in their respective internships. The semester runs from Aug. 25 until Dec. 15.\r\n\r\n“The internships are tailored to each student’s particular interests,” Dr. Barnes says. “If a student wants to work for a South Carolina Congressman, for instance, then the accepted student is guaranteed a slot. If a student wants to work with an organization, then the student follows the application process. The program works very hard make sure the internship is geared toward whatever educational or professional goals the student has.\r\n\r\n“We are so proud of Holli, not only because of what this accomplishment means to her and the budding tradition of the Washington Semester Program scholars at USCB, but also because we know that this experience promises wonderful opportunities for her professional future beyond USCB and Washington, D.C.,” Barnes added.\r\n\r\nRamirez views the program as the opportunity of a lifetime.\r\n\r\n“I am looking forward to this opportunity, and I am eager to start,” Ramirez said. “This semester I will have the opportunity to work hand in hand with Sen. Graham and his team in serving the constituents of South Carolina. I am honored to be given the opportunity to work on the front lines of history and to serve our nation.”', 'USCB student chosen for internship with Sen. Graham', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'uscb-student-chosen-for-internship-with-sen-graham', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:54:05', '2018-08-23 12:54:05', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37323', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37327, 4, '2018-08-23 08:55:25', '2018-08-23 12:55:25', '<h4>By Bill Rogers</h4>\r\nLet’s make one thing crystal clear – the press is not the enemy of the American people.\r\n\r\nIt is hard to believe any thinking citizen in South Carolina or around the country would actually believe that. Yet some do.\r\n\r\nThese attacks against the media by President Trump – mostly against the national press – have gone on far too long and likely won’t stop. But we as citizens must stop believing them and not let community newspapers be tarred by their brush.\r\n\r\nOur founding fathers stood up for a free press and so should you.\r\n\r\nWe need newspapers in our communities to monitor government spending, cover police activities and report on our utility companies. And to cover our community life: weddings, funerals, school news, sports and more. Newspapers are community builders and watchdogs, not the enemy.\r\n\r\nCries of fake news and hate speech against journalists risk undermining our democracy.\r\n\r\nTo that end, The Boston Globe encouraged newspapers across the country to editorialize on the importance of journalism in democracy — and to the communities we all serve — in their editions on or around Aug. 16.\r\n\r\n“This dirty war on the free press must end,” Globe editors wrote in their call to action.\r\n\r\nThomas Jefferson — who had a notably tempestuous relationship with the press — was a president who still often rose to defend it.\r\n\r\nHe once wrote while serving in Paris as Minister to France:\r\n\r\n“The people are the only censors of their governors: and even their errors will tend to keep these to the true principles of their institution…\r\n\r\n“Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers, or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.”\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina journalists are a dedicated lot. They work long hours and aren’t getting rich doing it. Their purpose is to serve you, the reader, and they need your support, not derision.\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rogers is executive director of the S.C. Press Association, which represents the state’s 15 daily and 85 weekly newspapers. The Press Association has been defending press freedom since 1852.</i>', 'Community newspapers are not a public enemy', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'community-newspapers-are-not-a-public-enemy', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:55:25', '2018-08-23 12:55:25', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37327', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37332, 4, '2018-08-23 09:30:31', '2018-08-23 13:30:31', '[caption id=\"attachment_37335\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"488\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9701.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37335\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9701-1024x750.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"488\" height=\"352\"></a> Beaufort High School’s Jacob Anderson almost gets his hands on the ball as A.C. Flora’s Harper Fordham tries for a field goal during the first quarter Friday night at BHS. Fordham’s attempt missed. Photos by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n<h4>By Justin Jarrett</h4>\r\nThe first one is out of the way.\r\n\r\nBeaufort High School’s football team opened the DeVonte Holloman era with a comeback victory Friday, beating visiting A.C. Flora — and second-year head coach Collin Drafts, a former Battery Creek standout — 35-14 to give the former South Carolina star his first win as a head coach.\r\n\r\nJames Dagin had a huge game for the Eagles, rushing for 76 yards and two touchdowns on seven carries and catching four passes for 54 yards, including a long touchdown reception.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Eagles’ offense was more balanced than it has been in recent memory, as Jeffrey Smyth completed 11 of 20 passes for 252 yards and two touchdowns. Reed Reichel led BHS with four catches for 121 yards.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37337\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"334\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9778.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37337\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9778-1024x909.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"334\" height=\"449\"></a> Beaufort High’s Logan Adkins carries the ball while getting good blocking during the second quarter Friday night at BHS.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Eagles trailed 14-7 at halftime before Smyth hit tight end William Winburn for a touchdown to tie it early in the third. The first of Dagin’s touchdown runs put Beaufort ahead, but the Falcons returned the ensuing kickoff for a touchdown to knot it at 21.\r\n\r\nBeaufort’s Jacob Anderson blocked a potential go-ahead field goal attempt, and Peyton Langford returned it for the go-ahead score, and Dagin capped the scoring with a 29-yard TD run.\r\n\r\nLinebacker Will Kelley led the Eagles’ defense with 10 tackles, while Anderson collected seven tackles, including two for losses. Brandon Smalls had two sacks, and Chase Guynup had five tackles and a sack.\r\n\r\nBeaufort (1-0) travels to Battery Creek next Friday.\r\n\r\n<em>Photo at top:&nbsp;A.C. Flora’s Kayreem Brown gets tackled after a small gain by Beaufort linebacker Will Kelley during the first quarter Friday night at BHS.&nbsp;</em>', 'Eagles rally to give Holloman first win', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'eagles-rally-to-give-holloman-first-win', '', '', '2018-08-29 10:51:23', '2018-08-29 14:51:23', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37332', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37333, 4, '2018-08-23 08:57:42', '2018-08-23 12:57:42', 'South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Kenneth I. Dickson, 62, of<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Beaufort, on three charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office made the arrest.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Investigators with the Attorney General\'s Office, also a member of the state\'s ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.\r\n\r\nInvestigators say Dickson distributed child pornography. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nDickson was arrested on Aug. 11 and charged with three counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, second degree, a felony offense punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment on each count.\r\n\r\nThe case will be prosecuted by the Attorney General\'s Office.\r\n\r\nAttorney General Wilson stressed all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until they are proven guilty in a court of law.', 'Beaufort man arrested on child pornography charges', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-man-arrested-on-child-pornography-charges', '', '', '2018-08-23 08:57:42', '2018-08-23 12:57:42', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37333', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37339, 4, '2018-08-23 08:50:44', '2018-08-23 12:50:44', 'A historic plantation home in Lady’s Island’s Pleasant Point neighborhood was destroyed by fire Sunday, Aug. 19, after apparently being struck by lightning. The homeowners, the Guest family, were unable to call for assistance due to a 9-1-1 outage caused by the same storm. The 7,800-square-foot home had been listed on Zillow for $1.7 million. Photo by Robert Gecy.', 'Up in flames', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'up-in-flames', '', '', '2018-08-23 09:47:30', '2018-08-23 13:47:30', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37339', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(37345, 4, '2018-08-23 09:06:40', '2018-08-23 13:06:40', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #d13434;\">Social media storm sets off protest against\r\npopular local website, owner</span></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>By Justin Jarrett</b></p>\r\nA backlash that began with a Facebook post developed into a firestorm embroiling the owner of a popular local website last week.\r\n\r\nA group of local business owners and supporters organized a protest in downtown Beaufort on Friday, Aug. 17, calling for a boycott of Eat Sleep Play Beaufort and owner Gene Brancho, whom some of the protesters accuse of intimidating business practices and objectionable behavior.\r\n\r\nIn the days following the protest, the Eat Sleep Play Beaufort Facebook page that had garnered more than 70,000 followers went offline. The website remains active but has not had a new posting since Aug. 14.\r\n\r\nBrancho, who was briefly contracted by The Island News to oversee social media, declined to comment for this story.\r\n\r\nNumerous local business owners past and present shared their experiences in social media comments last week, alleging Brancho failed to deliver services for which he was paid and threatened and harassed them.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“He took $1,600 from me, and I say took because he did not deliver the services he promised verbally, along with intimidation tactics that nobody in this town deserves,” said Amanda Patel, former owner of Kalon and Company women’s clothing store.\r\n\r\nIt was Patel’s post on Facebook that prompted an avalanche of comments as others who claim they were victimized came forward. LeeAnn Logan, owner of Exclusively Yours, also said she successfully sued Brancho for most of the $1,150 she paid him for marketing services she says were not provided.\r\n\r\nThe response culminated with a peaceful protest downtown as business owners who said Brancho had taken advantage of them were joined by supporters to raise awareness. A second protest included the group Bikers Against Bullies.\r\n<blockquote>I’m here to support the local business owners who have been taken advantage of and been victims of this unethical behavior by Eat Sleep Play Beaufort,” said Kelly Chelten, owner of the Lowcountry Spotlight marketing service and a former employee of Brancho’s. “I myself have been harassed by (Brancho), so I’m here for support, and we’re going to try to make a change and bring back the beauty of Beaufort.”</blockquote>\r\nOthers say Brancho’s misgivings go beyond business. Lily and Lou owner Alyssa Johnson says she is owed hundreds of dollars worth of advertising she has not received, and she says Brancho often visits her store and makes her feel uncomfortable.\r\n\r\n“He targets people that he knows he can take advantage of, and he tries to catch them at their weakest moments,” Johnson said. “He just needs to stop. … He’s a predator. He targets female owners.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<em>Photo at top: About a dozen victims, business owners and supporters on Friday, Aug. 17,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>held a protest march in the downtown Beaufort area claiming to be fighting back against Eat Sleep Play Beaufort, alleging poor and intimidating business practices. Tempers flared when someone complained about ESPB on Facebook, causing a firestorm of complaints and allegations aimed toward the popular website. Here, protesters make their way down Bay Street trying to convince visitors and downtown businesses to boycott the website.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;Photo by Bob Sofaly.</span></em>', 'Business owners band together', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'business-owners-band-together', '', '', '2018-08-23 09:10:50', '2018-08-23 13:10:50', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37345', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37346, 4, '2018-08-23 09:02:43', '2018-08-23 13:02:43', 'The Beaufort County Council’s Natural Resources Committee agreed Monday night to move to the full County Council the proposal to purchase 10 acres of the Whitehall property on Lady’s Island for the purpose of developing a public park.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe proposal will be evaluated by the full Beaufort County Council on Monday, Aug. 27, and proponents hope for full approval at that time.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Open Land Trust, which administers the county’s preservation program, and Whitehall Development Group, have been in discussions and negotiations since July.\r\n\r\nFriends of Whitehall Park, a nonprofit group started earlier this month with the aim of supporting a 10-acre park on a Lady’s Island property slated for development, will host “A Walk in the Park” from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25.\r\n\r\nThe event is an opportunity for the public and media to tour the property on Whitehall Point and see the potential park first-hand. About 3,000 people have signed online and paper petitions encouraging Beaufort County Council to purchase 10 acres of land currently slated for development, using money set aside for land preservation.\r\n\r\n“A park at Whitehall is, in my opinion, as important now as it was for Henry Chambers to pursue his vision of the Waterfront Park in the past,” Friends of Whitehall Park board member Robert Semmler said. “I imagine Mr. Chambers was thinking of the future generations that would benefit and enjoy the efforts of those who dreamed as well as leaving this place we call home and live in, better than when they arrived. Keeping the vista that Whitehall provides for Beaufort and Waterfront Park plus for those who use the Beaufort River beautiful and as close to natural as possible will become an immeasurable part of the Beaufort experience for our children and their children.” <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe event Saturday will feature a children’s group from Rabinowitz Music Studio, entertainment with “Beek, Vic and Friends” and a chance to tour the property.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Whitehall park project moves a step closer to approval', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'whitehall-park-project-moves-a-step-closer-to-approval', '', '', '2018-08-23 09:02:43', '2018-08-23 13:02:43', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37346', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37370, 4, '2018-08-30 10:34:30', '2018-08-30 14:34:30', 'After being destroyed by fire, the Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce held its grand re-opening of its new three-story “multi-plex” with the traditional ribbon cutting Friday at Prince and Bladen streets in downtown Beaufort. Larry Holman, center, president and CEO of the BCBCC, cuts the ribbon while guests and other elected official look on. The new center boasts large meeting rooms, a full commercial kitchen and office spaces.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>Photo by Bob Sofaly.', 'Beaufort County Black Chamber re-opens', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-county-black-chamber-re-opens', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:34:30', '2018-08-30 14:34:30', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37370', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37373, 4, '2018-08-30 10:35:42', '2018-08-30 14:35:42', '<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">PROVIDED BY STATE FARM</h4>\r\nBrakes are a vital safety feature, so getting acquainted with your car\'s brake system should be a priority.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n\"The braking system on your vehicle is critical in keeping you and your passengers alive and well and your vehicle out of the body shop,\" says James Solomon, Defensive Driving Courses program development and training director with the National Safety Council.\r\n\r\nBrake damage or failure can have numerous culprits, including improper or infrequent maintenance, such as low levels of brake fluid and worn brake pads and/or rotors, undetected damage from an unknown source, and wear and tear from weather extremes, including corrosion from road salt.\r\n\r\nYour brakes could also be compromised if you\'ve hauled a heavy trailer that doesn\'t have trailer brakes. This can overheat the vehicle\'s brakes and cause accelerated brake wear and damage.\r\n\r\nSo how do you know if your brakes are operating as they should be?<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Watch for these warning signs</b></p>\r\nIf you experience any of the following problems, it\'s time to take the car in:\r\n\r\n<b>Odd noises.</b> If tapping on the brakes causes a high-pitched squealing noise, you need to see a mechanic as soon as possible. Other suspect sounds include scratching, scraping, and grinding.\r\n\r\n<b>Irregular movements or feeling. </b>If your vehicle pulls hard to the left or right when you stop, one side of your brakes is working optimally and the other isn\'t, says Solomon. Brakes that sink to the floorboard or pulsate before they function—or a steering wheel that shakes—are also red flags that warrant attention.\r\n\r\n<b>Inability to stop quickly. </b>An increased stopping distance indicates a problem with your brakes.\r\n\r\n<b>Warning lights. </b>Perhaps the most obvious red flag — the brake warning light on your dashboard flashes when something is amiss.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>How to react during brake failure</b></p>\r\nIf your brakes cease to function while you\'re driving, remain calm, keep your focus on the road, and take immediate action:\r\n\r\nActivate your emergency flashers and honk your horn to alert other drivers.\r\n\r\nTake your foot off the accelerator to begin slowing down, and carefully maneuver your vehicle to the right lane or shoulder. Be sure to signal properly and watch for other drivers.\r\n\r\nDownshift to let the engine help slow the vehicle.\r\n\r\nIf your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, press down firmly on the brake pedal. If your car isn\'t equipped with this safety system, pump the pedal.\r\n\r\nOnce you\'ve decreased speed, engage the parking brake slowly and gradually. If you do this too quickly and with too much pressure, your wheels could lock up.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What to look for in a new car</b></p>\r\n\"Before purchasing a vehicle, inquire as to what type of braking system it has and the fail-safe system that backs it up,\" says Solomon, who recommends asking the following questions while shopping:\r\n\r\nAre you required to listen for a noise from the rotors or drums?\r\n\r\nIs there a warning light system that indicates worn brakes?\r\n\r\nIf the yellow brake light on the instrument panel comes on, how long do you have to seek assistance?\r\n\r\nIf the red brake light on the instrument panel comes on, what do you do?\r\n\r\nHow often (in miles and months) should you have the brakes looked at by a certified brake professional?\r\n\r\nIn addition to familiarizing yourself with your brake system, make sure you\'re well acquainted with your vehicle\'s other safety features and never take them for granted.\r\n\r\n<i>The information in this article was obtained from various sources not associated with State Farm. While we believe it to be reliable and accurate, we do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of the information. These suggestions are not a complete list of every loss control measure. The information is not intended to replace manuals or instructions provided by the manufacturer or the advice of a qualified professional. Nor is it intended to effect coverage under our policy. State Farm makes no guarantees of results from use of this information.</i>', 'These Red Flags Can Mean Your Brakes are Failing', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'these-red-flags-can-mean-your-brakes-are-failing', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:35:42', '2018-08-30 14:35:42', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37373', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37375, 4, '2018-08-30 10:41:36', '2018-08-30 14:41:36', '<h4>By Celia Strong</h4>\r\nThis week we’re getting a language lesson along with our wine lesson. Multi-tasking at its best.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nMany wine regions and areas in France are called Côte or Côtes of this or that, Côteaux from wherever, and similar names. It’s the “côte” word we need to look at. The word “cote” with no accent means “side,” like the side of something. The word “côte,” with the accent means “coast.” Linguists say the accent stands for the lost “s” in the pronunciation. Coteau, plural Coteaux, means “hillside, slope or hill.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Relating this all to wine, Côtes du Rhône, the name of our region this week, means the “coasts of the Rhône River,” which translates to mean the vineyards are on the banks of this river.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Côtes du Rhône is an AC region located in southeastern France. The basic wine from the region comes in red, white and rosé. The reds and rosés are usually based on Grenache, and the whites on Grenache Blanc. By far, the majority of Côte du Rhône wines are red. The Rhône vineyards are some of the oldest in the world, having been used for grapes since the Greeks, the Romans and Medieval Popes, and the appellation is one of the first established by French wine laws. The basic regional wines are almost all blends. Winemakers (about 5,000 producers) are allowed to use 21 different varieties. Specific parts of the region’s wine laws allow small quantities of white varieties to be included within the red wines. The climate in the region is more consistent than most others in France, so vintage variations are less noticeable in the wines and price ranges are certainly affordable.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nVidal-Fleury is one of the Rhône’s oldest continuing producers, founded in 1781. Its reputation goes back to a visit by Thomas Jefferson in 1787. He called the wine “justly celebrated.” In their production, Vidal-Fleury has four separate operations — the vineyards, winemaking, aging and bottling.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFor the Côtes du Rhône red, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre and Carignan grapes are grown in shallow soils. Clay, pebbles and stone, and sand make up most of the soils. The vines are planted on hillsides, about 500 to 800 feet above sea level. The grapes are hand and machine harvested and fermented with indigenous yeasts. Temperature controlled tanks are used for fermentation and maceration, which lasts two weeks. Aged on its lees — 70 percent in tanks, 30 percent in barrels — the wine develops complexities before it is bottled. Light filtering and fining, followed by aging in its bottles for three months, finishes its production. The wine is 65 percent Grenache, 20 percent Syrah, 10 percent Mourvedre and 5 percent Carignan. It is a ruby red color with dark cherry, blackberry, black raspberry, roasted nuts, coffee, cocoa and spice aromas and flavors. It has a bold texture, smooth tannins and a lush, juicy finish. About 40,000 cases are made every year. For $12.99.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Côtes du Rhône white is based on Viognier and Grenache Blanc. The vineyards for these grapes have the same soils and elevations as the red wine. They are hand and machine harvested and transported to the winery in small grates. Indigenous yeasts are used for fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. No malolactic fermentation is allowed. The wine is aged on its lees, in its tank for six months. Light filtering and fining, and three months aging in its bottles are all done before release. This wine is 75 percent Viognier, 15 percent Grenache Blanc and 10 percent other varieties (Clairette and Roussanne). It is a light gold color with the classic Viognier aromas and flavors of peaches, nectarines, jasmine flowers, subtle baking spices, pears, citrus and raw almonds and hazelnuts. It is a medium-bodied wine with a silky texture. For $12.99.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFrom a coastal region to a coastal town. Perfect. Enjoy.\r\n\r\n<i>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</i>', 'Coast To Coast', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'coast-to-coast', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:41:36', '2018-08-30 14:41:36', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37375', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37377, 4, '2018-08-30 10:42:09', '2018-08-30 14:42:09', '<h4>By Lee Scott</h4>\r\nThere is a decorating theme I have strongly embraced over the past several years. It is the uncluttered look — a design that dictates that loose items in the home should have their own place and be hidden from sight.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>This requires the purchasing of storage containers like plastic bins, wicker baskets, and canvas bags, all of which are readily available in local stores.\r\n\r\nIn my mind, this storage craze originated with Tupperware parties.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>My mother never succumbed to the urge to buy the plastic containers. She found, with eight children, she could barely get the groceries out of the bags and into the cabinets before one of her children was opening a box of cookies.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Why add a step to the process?\r\n\r\nMy first foray into the storage container world came after pulling out a box of Christmas ornaments only to have the bottom fall out due to moisture.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>What a mess! I bought a couple of bins to pack ornaments and liked them so well I had to return for more. No one can argue that the bins stack well, but there is also the case for throwing away all those old cardboard boxes.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe store also carried specialty bins for fake Christmas trees, and my favorite, Christmas wrapping. It is so frustrating to catch those year-end sales of leftover Christmas paper, only to have it wrinkled and limp 11 months later.\r\n\r\nOh, but my organizing did not stop there. I was lured into stores like Bed, Bath and Beyond with their 20 percent off coupons. We all have stacks of those flyers. I bought organizers for my shoes and wicker baskets for accessories. Why should I just stack towels and sheets on a shelf when I could buy “easy slide out containers” for all the linens? Instead of shoving hats and gloves up in the hallway closet shelf, I found cute HIS and HER lined wicker baskets. I even bought an airtight dog food storage container that reads FIDO. Then, with all the original packaging getting discarded, I needed a new plastic recycle bin. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nMy uncluttered home is wonderful, and everything does have its own place. However, I have discovered one drawback.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Sometimes it is difficult to find things.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nI was out of town recently when my husband called.\r\n\r\n“Where did you hide my cereal?” he asked.\r\n\r\n“It’s not hidden,” I said. “I rearranged the cabinet. Your cereal is in the blue airtight cereal container, next to the orange pasta storage canister and the yellow rice storage jar. I think.”\r\n\r\nThen he said, “Maybe it’s time you bought a new label maker for all these storage containers.” <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“Good idea,” I said. “I may even have a coupon in my coupon bin.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'The Organizer', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'the-organizer', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:42:09', '2018-08-30 14:42:09', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37377', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37379, 4, '2018-08-30 10:44:14', '2018-08-30 14:44:14', '<b>Fripp Island Marina to host Fishing Tournament<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nFripp Island Marina\'s 2018 Kingfish Fishing Tournament will take place Aug. 30-Sept. 1. Fishermen are invited to compete for a payout of more than $5,000 in the traditional Labor Day event. Prizes will include largest in the Kingfish and Spanish Mackeral categories and more. For more information, call 843-838-1517, register at www.frippislandresort.com or email kingfishtournament@gmail.com. Proceeds for the event go to benefit LowCountry Habitat for Humanity.\r\n\r\n<b>New featured exhibit coming to BAA Gallery</b>\r\n\r\n“Blending Digital Art with Photography” is the title of an exhibit featuring artist Gordon Fritz at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery from Sept. 2 through Oct. 28. An open house and reception will be held at the Gallery on Friday, Sept. 7, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and the public is invited.\r\n\r\n<b>Adult Education program offering free classes</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Schools Adult Education Program is accepting registrations from adult learners for free GED, Diploma, ASVAB, Basic Computers and English (ESL) classes.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe main program is located at 1300 King Street, Beaufort, 29902 with several satellite locations throughout Beaufort County. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nESL classes will begin Sept. 10. Day classes are Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Evening classes are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6-8 p.m. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nVolunteer tutors also are needed in reading, writing, math and ESL. Knowledge of other languages is not required. For questions or additional information, visit the website at adulted.beaufortschools.net or contact Rose Lewis at 843-322-2739 or rose.lewis@beaufort.k12.sc.us.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA swim team registration open</b>\r\n\r\nThe BYAC Tiger Sharks Swim Team is registering swimmers for the 2018-19 season now through Sept. 10. The Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal offers three levels of swim team depending upon an individual’s skill level. Youth ages 5 and up who meet minimum requirements will be evaluated by swim coaches to determine placement level. For more information visit beaufort-jasperymca.org, stop by the Y at 1801 Richmond Avenue, or call 832-522-9622.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA adds additional CPR training dates<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal will offer four more CPR classes for community members this year. The courses will be held on four Saturdays — Sept. 8 and Oct. 13 — from 8 a.m. to noon.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nCost is $30 for this YMCA-certified course, and those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact aquatics director Lou Bergen at 843-522-9622 to register or visit beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the YA Everlasting Book Club</b>\r\n\r\nIf you are an adult but still enjoy reading young adult literature, this book club is for you. The Young Adult Everlasting Book Club meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. The next title will be “The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano” by Sonia Manzano (Sept. 12). For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Learn to use digital services at the library</b>\r\n\r\nLearn how to instantly access and download free ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, music, and more. Bring your own favorite mobile device (tablet, cell phone, or laptop) and learn how to use the digital services offered by the library.\r\n\r\nThursday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. Free. For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org.\r\n\r\n<b>‘Sex Please, We’re Sixty!’ opens Aug. 31</b>\r\n\r\nHilarity ensues at The Rose Cottage Bed &amp; Breakfast, as Coastal Stage Productions opens “Sex Please, We’re Sixty!”\r\n\r\nPerformance dates are Aug 31, Sept 1, 7 and 8 at 8 p.m. and Sept 1, 2, 8 and 9 at 2 p.m. at The Shed, 809 Paris Avenue, Port Royal. Reserved seating is $25, general admission is $22, and group reserved seating is $20. Tickets are on sale at www.coastalstageproductions.com or by phone at 843-717-2175.\r\n\r\n<b>September activities&nbsp;</b><b>at Hunting Island</b>\r\n\r\nThere are fun, interesting and educational activities every day hosted by Park Ranger and Lowcountry Master Naturalist Megan Stegmeier.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Mondays: Secrets of the Salt Marsh, 4 p.m.; Full Moon Lighthouse Climb, 7 p.m., Sept. 24</li>\r\n 	<li>Tuesdays: Sea Turtle Tracks, 10:30 a.m.; CCC Video, 1 p.m.; Beach Walks, 3 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Wednesdays: Reptile Talk, 11 a.m.; Lighthouse Tour, 10 a.m., Sept. 26</li>\r\n 	<li>Thursdays: CCC Video, 1 p.m.; Feeding Frenzy, 3 p.m.; Lighthouse Tour, 10 a.m., Sept. 13</li>\r\n 	<li>Fridays: Stepping Stones, 1 p.m., Sept. 7, 21, 28</li>\r\n 	<li>Saturdays: Tie Dye, noon; Creatures of the Night, 2:30 p.m., Sept. 1 and 15</li>\r\n 	<li>Sundays: Alligator Talk, noon</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor a description of these programs and a complete calendar of activities, go to southcarolinaparks.com/hunting-island and click on “Programs &amp; Events.”\r\n\r\nAll are invited to attend these free events, though there is an entry fee to Hunting Island State Park and reservations are needed for lighthouse programs.\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-838-7437 or go to the Friends of Hunting Island website and the Facebook page: FOHI Sea Turtle Conservation Project.\r\n\r\n<b>Smoked meats for<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>sale for Labor Day</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sons of American Veterans will be holding a Labor Day sale offering smoked pork butts and smoked chickens. The butts are $30, and chickens are $10. Both are prepared on site in the smokehouse at the post and can be reserved at the Post and must be paid in advance.\r\n\r\nThe pick up date is Sunday, Sept, 2, between 9 a.m. and noon.\r\n\r\nBrunch also will be served at that time, and the public is invited. The brunch cost is $8, drinks included. Breakfast is made to order, and you can have anything on the menu. To reserve or for more information, call the post at 843-524-1494.\r\n\r\n<b>Sea Island Fly Fishers<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>to meet Sept. 12</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Fly Fishers’ Sept. 12 meeting will feature Erin Levesque, the newly appointed manager of the Waddell Mariculture Center in Bluffton. Ms. Levesque will provide a presentation on her 18 years of saltwater species sampling and testing along the S.C. coast and river basins. The Waddell Center is a field experiment station of the SCDNR and is one of the country\'s largest and most sophisticated facilities for mariculture research. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe meeting starts with refreshments at 6 p.m. before the 7 p.m. program. The event is free and open to the public. Join us at 825 Bay St. in Beaufort. Call Jack Baggette at 843-441-4023 or email jackbaggette@hargray.com for more information.', 'August 30th-September 5th events around Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'august-30th-september-5th-events-around-beaufort', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:44:14', '2018-08-30 14:44:14', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37379', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37381, 4, '2018-08-30 10:45:00', '2018-08-30 14:45:00', 'Thanks to 28 generous Beaufort residents, more than $18,000 has been pledged to improve Beaufort’s airport.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nContributing $12.5 million to Beaufort’s economy in 2017 but not funded by county tax dollars, the airport did not have the funds necessary to increase its secure accessibility, so the Beaufort Aviation Association, through its non-profit, Beaufort Airport Friends and the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, decided in late-April to assist by donating an automatic, code-accessible gate to replace a locked gate.\r\n\r\nBy mid-May, the association secured the funds to donate the gate through the generosity of its members, Secession Golf Club, and a Spring Island resident. The offer to install the gate was accepted that month by the county, similar to donations by the Friends of Hunting Island and Friends of Fort Fremont. The gate is expected to be installed soon and will increase the airport’s security.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe donors include Dan Ahern, Trey Ambrose, James and Sandra Atkins, Tim Brown, Mandy Burgin, Chris Butler, Tom and Bonnie Downs, Keith Guest, Ken and Terri Howell, Steve and Shelley Karol, Frieder Kemmann, Graham Kerr, Kevin McGuire, David Mixson, Derek Richardson, Mike Rainey, Pat Rainey,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Don Sanders, Secession Golf Club, Charles Sprietsma, Jean Sulc, Will Tucker, Tim Verroii, and Wally Wallace.\r\n\r\nFor additional information contact James P. Atkins, President of the Beaufort Aviation Association, at jamesatkins100@gmail.com.', '$18,000 raised in support of Beaufort’s airport', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', '18000-raised-in-support-of-beauforts-airport', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:45:00', '2018-08-30 14:45:00', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37381', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37383, 4, '2018-08-30 10:45:21', '2018-08-30 14:45:21', 'The Technical College of the Lowcountry will host its annual oyster roast along the Beaufort River on Saturday, Oct. 13, at the Beaufort Campus, 921 Ribaut Road.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThis year’s Oyster Ghost Roast is fall-themed and kicks off at 6 p.m. with all-you-can-eat oysters, chili, hot dogs, caramel apples and more. Beer and wine will be available for purchase.\r\n\r\nNew this year, the event will feature a live DJ, karaoke, expanded children’s activities and a costume contest. A cornhole tournament will begin at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nAll proceeds benefit the Student Veterans of America TCL Chapter and TCL’s Student Government Association.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nVisit www.tcl.edu/oysters for more information and to purchase tickets online. Admission is free for children 10 and under.', 'TCL to host fall oyster roast, cornhole tournament', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'tcl-to-host-fall-oyster-roast-cornhole-tournament', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:45:21', '2018-08-30 14:45:21', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37383', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37385, 4, '2018-08-30 10:46:42', '2018-08-30 14:46:42', '<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>High School Girls Golf</b></p>\r\nBeaufort High’s Izzy Stone won medalist honors in a three-team match Aug. 23 at Eagle’s Pointe Golf Club.\r\n\r\nStone shot 40 to claim a two-shot win over May River’s Sydney Bowes and Hilton Head High’s McKenzie Bradley in the Eagles’ first match of the season.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles finished second with a team total of 210, 11 shots behind May River. The same teams were scheduled to play Tuesday, Aug. 28, at Pinecrest Golf Club in Bluffton, Thursday, Aug. 30, at The Golf Club at Pleasant Point, and Tuesday, Sept. 4, at Golden Bear Golf Club.\r\n\r\n<i>May River (199): Sydney Bowes 42, Kylie Bowes 43, Hannah Harris 49, Hailey Aipperspach 65</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Beaufort High (210): Izzy Stone 40, Kyleigh Tokar 53, Amelia McKnight 54, Elissa Hooper 63</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Hilton Head High (219): McKenzie Bradley 42, Morgan Caramello 57, Bridget McMahon 57, Eliza Jane Coulter 63</i>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>High School Girls Tennis</b></p>\r\nBeaufort Academy edged Bluffton 5-4 on Aug. 23.\r\n\r\nThe Bobcats won four of the seven contested matches but only had five available players and had to forfeit No. 6 singles and No. 3 doubles.\r\n\r\nBA (1-0) was scheduled to travel to John Paul II on Tuesday, Aug. 28. The Eagles also host Hilton Head Prep on Thursday, Aug. 30, and travel to Colleton Prep on Tuesday, Sept. 4.\r\n\r\n<i>Singles:</i>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 1: Rachel Riley (BLHS) def. Jayda Scheper 6-0, 6-2</i></p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 2: Lydia John (BLHS) def. Mary Alden Cooper 6-4, 6-4</i></p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 3: Caroline Moss (BA) def. Rachael Richardson, 6-3, 6-4</i></p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 4: Anastasiya Antsyferova (BLHS) def. Ansleigh Pingree 6-2, 7-6</i></p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 5: Leith Gray (BA) def. Olivia Boshaw 6-1, 6-2</i></p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 6: Brycen Ambrose (BA) won by forfeit</i></p>\r\n<i>Doubles:</i>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 1: Riley/John (BLHS) def. Scheper/Cooper 8-2</i></p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 2: Moss/Ambrose (BA) def. Richardson/Ansyferova 8-5</i></p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><i>No. 3: Pingree/Gray (BA) won by forfeit</i></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>High School Volleyball</b></p>\r\nBeaufort Academy won six of eight sets in pool play and beat Wade Hampton in its first game in the Silver Bracket before falling to Colleton Prep in the semifinals of the Colleton County tournament on Saturday, Aug. 25. The Eagles had a rematch with Colleton Prep on Monday, Aug. 27, losing 3-1 (25-20, 19-25, 25-23, 28-26). BA travels to Charleston Collegiate on Thursday, Aug. 30, and plays at Thomas Heyward Academy on Tuesday, Sept. 4.', 'Sports briefs for August 30th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'news-briefs-for-august-30th', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:46:52', '2018-08-30 14:46:52', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37385', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37388, 4, '2018-08-30 10:47:28', '2018-08-30 14:47:28', 'An automated sprinkler system helped prevent widespread damage and save lives in a fire at Parc at Broad River apartments on Wednesday, Aug. 22.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nJust after 6:30 p.m., the Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department was dispatched to an activated fire alarm at the apartment complex in Port Royal. Units from the Beaufort-Port Royal and Burton departments responded to the alarm.\r\n\r\nThe first arriving engine company found an activated alarm, residents evacuating, and smoke coming from a top floor apartment and called for a full structure fire response. Additional units from Beaufort- Port Royal, Burton, and Parris Island responded to add additional personnel, pumpers, and aerial trucks to the assignment.\r\n\r\n“Crews went into action fast and did an excellent job,” said incident commander Battalion Chief David Grabenbauer of the Burton Fire District. “We had the problem identified, the fire department connection supplied with water to supplement the fire sprinkler activation, a line from the pumper pulled to the third floor where the affected apartment was, and a crew gaining access to search the apartment for victims and finish extinguishing the fire within minutes of arriving for the alarm.”\r\n\r\nThe source of the blaze was determined to be a couch that caught fire, and a series of safety measures limited the damage. A smoke alarm detected the smoke from the fire early and transmitted the alarm to the central monitoring station, who notified the dispatch center to send firefighters. The alarm also notified residents to evacuate, and the fire sprinkler kept the flames from spreading beyond the burning couch until crews arrived to shut down the sprinkler system and mitigate water damage to nine affected apartments.\r\n\r\n“From start to finish this incident was mitigated in two hours,” said Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Chief Reece Bertholf. “Thanks to the actions of our building code officials, inspectors, fire marshals, operations personnel and emergency response partners, this business has been built up out of the ground, safely occupied, suffered a fire incident, and can be quickly repaired and re-occupied without a single injury to report, occupant nor firefighter. I couldn’t be more proud of our community efforts in smart, safe, development and emergency response tonight.”', 'Sprinkler saves the day in Port Royal apartment fire', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'sprinkler-saves-the-day-in-port-royal-apartment-fire', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:47:28', '2018-08-30 14:47:28', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37388', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37390, 4, '2018-08-30 10:47:54', '2018-08-30 14:47:54', '<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><i>Beaufort History Museum Lecture Sept. 11</i></h3>\r\nBeaufort History Museum, in partnership with the Beaufort County Library, will present a lecture on the Yamasee Indians and Altamaha Town by noted authority and archaeologist Dr. Eric Poplin. The lecture is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11 at the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott Street.\r\n\r\nThe Yamasee Indians, a multiethnic conglomeration of Native Americans, lived along the lower coastal plain of South Carolina between 1683 and 1715. Altamaha Town, the capital of their settlements, was occupied as early as 1685 until it was abandoned during the Yamasee War. More than 60,000 artifacts were recovered from the site. Poplin will discuss the history of the tribe and life in the village during his presentation.\r\n\r\nPoplin, who earned his PhD at the University of Calgary, is Senior Archaeologist/Vice President with Brockington and Associates, a large southeastern US Cultural Resources Management firm with offices in Atlanta, Savannah and Charleston.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>He has conducted archaeological investigations throughout coastal South Carolina for the last 28 years including some at Altamaha Town, Huspa Town and Pocotaligo Town in Beaufort District.\r\n\r\nAdmission to the lecture is free.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>A donation of $5 is suggested and reservations are required. To sign up visit the BHM website at www.beauforthistorymuseum.com. Please print out the ticket and bring to the event.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Registration opens August 28.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp; </span>(Lectures sell out.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Those with tickets will be admitted first.)<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Funds collected will be used to support ongoing Museum programs and the ongoing renovation of the Exhibit Hall currently underway. Phase I of the renovation was recently unveiled and Phase II is slated for completion late in 2019.', 'Learn about Yamasee Indians and Altamaha Town', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'learn-about-yamasee-indians-and-altamaha-town', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:47:54', '2018-08-30 14:47:54', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37390', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37392, 4, '2018-08-30 10:49:07', '2018-08-30 14:49:07', '<b>Marsh Road closing postponed</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Public Works crews are preparing to perform work to repair and improve the stormwater drainage system that runs under the Beaufort County Government Robert Smalls Complex parking lot and Marsh Road in Beaufort. The crews will be removing and replacing damaged sections of pipe that outfall into the adjacent marsh.\r\n\r\nWork had been scheduled to start Aug. 20, but the county now anticipates a start date in early September.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>An update will be issued once a new start date is confirmed.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort offers free electronics recycling</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Public Works Department Solid Waste and Recycling Office will host two free electronics recycling events for county residents. The events will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the following locations on Saturday, Sept. 8:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Beaufort County Public Works, 9 Benton Field Road, Bluffton</li>\r\n 	<li>Beaufort County Public Works, 140 Shanklin Road, Beaufort<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAny personal computers, laptops, CRT monitors, LCD monitors, CRT televisions, non-CRT televisions, printers, hard drives and miscellaneous electronics (microwaves, cell phones, radios, fax machines, and typewriters) will be accepted. If you have questions about Beaufort County recycling events, please call the Solid Waste and Recycling Office at 843-255-2736 for more information or visit their website at www.bcgov.net/recycle.\r\n\r\n<b>Indivisible Beaufort to discuss healthcare<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nReduced-cost healthcare with broader access and improved outcomes is the subject of the Sept. 8<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Indivisible Beaufort meeting.\r\n\r\nThe public is invited to attend the meeting at the St. Helena Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>starting at 11:30 a.m.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nDr. David Keely, President of the S.C. Chapter of Physicians for a National Health Care Program, will be speaker. He has served as public health director in three counties for the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control and in the National Health Care Corps.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nDr. Keely is a proponent of universal healthcare and supports H.R. 676, the “Medicare for All” bill currently before Congress.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nIndivisible Beaufort is a non-partisan group of local residents who believe this nation embodies rights and respect for all. The group is working to ensure those rights and freedoms remain available to everyone.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'News briefs for August 30th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'news-briefs-for-august-30th-2', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:49:07', '2018-08-30 14:49:07', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37392', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37394, 4, '2018-08-30 10:51:11', '2018-08-30 14:51:11', '<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Eagles claim 13th consecutive victory over rival Dolphins</h3>\r\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Story by Justin Jarrett, Photos by Bob Sofaly</h4>\r\nBeaufort High School continued its domination of rival Battery Creek on Friday with a 48-6 road win — the Eagles’ 13th straight victory over the Dolphins.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES0406.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37396\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES0406-937x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"288\" height=\"506\"></a>The Eagles took control from the outset, as the Dolphins missed a field goal on their first possession and BHS answered with a scoring drive capped by the first of James Dagin’s two rushing touchdowns. Jeffrey Smyth and Trae Heyward hooked up for a touchdown pass later in the first quarter, and Dagin added a second scoring run for a 20-0 halftime lead.\r\n\r\nAfter Dagin had another touchdown run called back on a penalty, Smyth scored on a keeper to make it 27-0 midway through the third quarter. The Eagles’ defense recorded a safety, Amariee Morris tacked on two rushing touchdowns and Jaylin Houseal broke a long touchdown run to make it 48-0 before the Dolphins scored a late touchdown.\r\n\r\nSmyth finished 11-of-15 for 234 yards and a touchdown and added a rushing score. He also made a team-high five tackles, including a sack. Dagin rushed for 74 yards and two scores on 13 carries, and Reed Reichel had five catches for 91 yards.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles’ defense recorded seven sacks and 12 tackles for loss in a dominant performance. Brendan Bowersox had three tackles for loss and forced a fumble.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles (2-0) host Effingham County at 8 p.m. Friday, while the Dolphins (0-2) host Hilton Head High.', 'Lucky No. 13', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lucky-no-13', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:51:11', '2018-08-30 14:51:11', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37394', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37397, 4, '2018-08-30 10:51:52', '2018-08-30 14:51:52', '<h4>By Cherimie Crane Weatherford</h4>\r\nTo write about the ills of social media is but to be an echo, an oscillation of sound with familiar movement. Resembling the enthusiastic warnings of mobile phones, Internet and false idols delivered daily as a finale to porch swing sermons given to me by my grandmother, doubts can arise as to the legitimacy of the caution. Should I fear what I don\'t understand or should I proceed with caution until the unknown is the understood. Societal interrupters are not a novel phenomenon. Arguments can easily be made that the emergence of the Internet, the Blackberry and even instant grits sent ripples of worry, fear and uncertainty to many who felt their purpose was extraneous. The daunting debut of societal interrupters is not new, it just moves much more quickly allowing for little adaptation. We find ourselves amidst the battle with no weaponry, no shield and often no running shoes. Our fight or flight response urges action with little thought, which is perhaps the very essence of social media. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSocial media is the modern day wild card, loose cannon, Moby Dick, the whale that quite possibly has taken off the leg of traditional communication spurring us all in search of logical vengeance. It\'s very inception has caused us to become a pseudo-aware society, inspired toward much of what was completely unknown prior to the opportunity for such astounding connectivity. Seemingly overnight we became passionate about causes that we previously dismissed due to distance. Increasing was our concern for our neighbor — the same neighbor we passed daily yet never acknowledged. We became friendlier, more supportive and in many cases far more attractive. Overnight we became whatever we were able to portray behind the guise of a filter. We also became reclusive, overwhelmed and increasingly unhappy as comparison to the tides of perfection crashed against our own shores of self worth. Social media has become botox for our reputation, smoothing creases and polishing our presentation in a precisely poisonous way. Is it sustainable? Can we continue to offer rose-colored glasses to all those we encounter? Will it become the catalytic agent that forces authenticity or endanger it to extinction? Will we adapt or will we divide?\r\n\r\nAs with any mass event there is collateral damage, for every action an equal yet opposite reaction. For every progress births a new challenge. Social media with all it\'s positive uses has created a subculture. A world free of imperfection, glass castles with polished ceilings and crystal floors presented with the best light to those who applaud its shimmer and shine from the shadows of reality. Identities are measured by popular reaction. What is recognized by followers, fans and digital dignitaries is revered, what’s condemned is contagious and what is violent is often viral. Friends can be purchased, importance inflated and experience exaggerated. A world where anyone can be anything all the while actually doing so little. Everyone is an expert, celebrity, villain and victor.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSocial media is not real just as hair dye, spray tans and instant grits. It\'s another shortcut society has created that appeals to the masses to take the edge off of life\'s little absurdities. Instead of putting in time and effort to establish relationships, instead of building an authentic reputation and instead of learning to face the intricacies of human interaction, social media offers a placebo. It\'s but a temporary tan, semi-permanent color and preservative to extend what was never meant to be extended.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe irony of it all is that there is no avoiding what is real, especially in a small town. There is no filter to improve character. There is no substitute for a reputation built from face to face, day to day, deed to deed. Friends aren\'t measured by number but by action. Social media is but a virtual gathering where everyone gets dressed up, participates in small talk, shares carefully selected highlights of their lives all to eventually return home to what is real, what is comfortable and what can\'t be feigned. As with all new interruptions, we will find its purpose and pitfalls. Collectively we will decide, historically we will learn.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<i>Cherimie Crane Weatherford, owner of SugarBelle boutique, real estate broker and observer of all things momentous and mundane, lives on Lady’s Island with her golfing husband, dancing toddler and lounging dogs.</i>', 'Social media can disconnect us from reality', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'social-media-can-disconnect-us-from-reality', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:51:52', '2018-08-30 14:51:52', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37397', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(37400, 4, '2018-08-30 10:54:26', '2018-08-30 14:54:26', '<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Rotary.jpeg\"><img class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-37404\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Rotary.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"240\"></a>Rotary Club of the Lowcountry Members (from left) Past Club President Bob Bible, Club President Cliff Mrkvicka and Past Club President Alice Howard at Saturday’s Military Appreciation Day at Laurel Bay. Club members helped in the Kids Zone playing games, handing out prizes, chaperoning the bouncy houses and making sure all the children thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Rotary Club of the Lowcountry is a service organization that values service above self, helping the community and building goodwill and better friendships. The club meets Friday mornings at 7:30 a.m. at Golden Corral on Robert Smalls Parkway.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Rotarian smiles all around at Military Appreciation Day', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'rotarian-smiles-all-around-at-military-appreciation-day', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:54:26', '2018-08-30 14:54:26', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37400', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37401, 4, '2018-08-30 10:52:39', '2018-08-30 14:52:39', 'Retailers, restaurants and other businesses across Beaufort County will have to shift to a more eco-friendly way of doing business on Nov. 1, when a law banning single-use plastic bags goes into effect.\r\n\r\nThe Town of Hilton Head Island, Town of Bluffton, Town of Port Royal, City of Beaufort and Beaufort County have all passed an ordinance prohibiting businesses from providing single-use plastic bags to their customers. Instead, businesses are encouraged to provide reusable carryout bags or recyclable paper bags for customers.\r\n\r\nThe ordinance allows exceptions for some plastic bags, including:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Laundry or dry cleaning bags.</li>\r\n 	<li>Meat, produce and bakery bags.</li>\r\n 	<li>Newspaper and door-hanger bags.</li>\r\n 	<li>Pet waste, yard waste and garbage bags.</li>\r\n 	<li>Bags provided by pharmacists or veterinarians to contain prescription drugs or other medical necessities, as required by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).</li>\r\n 	<li>Bags for items sold in bulk such as bulk food and bulk hardware items.</li>\r\n 	<li>Bags or plastic wraps for flowers, potted plants or items where dampness may be an issue.</li>\r\n 	<li>Bags of any type that a customer brings to the store for his or her own use to carry away goods that are not placed in a bag provided by the store.</li>\r\n 	<li>Bags comprised of recyclable plastic, with a minimum thickness of 2.25 mils.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe ordinance also prohibits organizations that host events on Town or City property from distributing plastic bags at their events. Businesses or organizations may receive a notice of violation or a citation for failing to comply with the law.\r\n\r\nThe eco-friendly law aims to improve and protect the environment, especially our waterways and marine life across the region. For more information, businesses and organizations are encouraged to contact the municipality in which their organization resides.', 'Plastic bag ban starts Nov. 1', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'plastic-bag-ban-starts-nov-1', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:52:39', '2018-08-30 14:52:39', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37401', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37403, 4, '2018-08-30 11:02:53', '2018-08-30 15:02:53', 'August’s installment Island Girls Night Out was held in downtown Beaufort at Reflections and It’s Me! on Thursday, Aug. 23. Above, patrons enjoy a pleasant afternoon after shopping in the two stores. Photos by Bob Sofaly.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[Modula id=\'17\']</p>', 'Night On The Town', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'night-on-the-town', '', '', '2018-08-30 11:06:18', '2018-08-30 15:06:18', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37403', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37408, 4, '2018-08-30 10:55:05', '2018-08-30 14:55:05', '<b>Warriors rout Cross, improve to 2-0</b>\r\n\r\nWhale Branch Early College High School continued its impressive start to the season, dominating on both sides of the ball in a 47-0 road win at Cross on Friday.\r\n\r\nIrvin Mulligan went the distance on the Warriors’ first offensive play, setting the tone for the night. Mulligan rushed for 134 yards and three touchdowns on six carries and scored on a 63-yard touchdown reception from C.J. Brown.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nJaheem Hazel added 83 yards and two scores on six carries, and Kyshon Hipp capped the scoring with a rushing touchdown.\r\n\r\nDe’Arius Hazel led the Warriors’ defensive effort with 11 tackles, including one tackle for loss, and forced two fumbles. Jaheim Fripp and Jaquan Fripp added seven tackles apiece, and Marion Smalls had an interception and a fumble recovery.\r\n\r\nThe Warriors (2-0) travel to May River for a matchup of unbeaten teams Friday.\r\n\r\n<b>BA loses shootout in Clifford’s debut</b>\r\n\r\nThe Mark Clifford era at Beaufort Academy began with a wild 52-33 loss to visiting Clarendon Hall on Friday.\r\n\r\n“This 8-man football is crazy,” Clifford said after the game, noting most of his players went both ways and several played every snap.\r\n\r\nDawson Coleman rushed for 153 yards and two touchdowns and threw a TD pass to Will Tumlin, and De’Shaun Epps added 128 yards and two TDs on the ground for the Eagles, who trailed 14-13 at halftime.\r\n\r\nEdward McCormick had eight tackles and a sack, and Daniel Richards added seven tackles to anchor the defense.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles (0-1) travel to Laurens Academy on Friday.', 'Football briefs for August 30th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'football-briefs-for-august-30th', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:55:05', '2018-08-30 14:55:05', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37408', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37412, 4, '2018-08-30 10:57:02', '2018-08-30 14:57:02', 'Ron Callari declared that Beaufort birds have all the luck after finding this birdhouse with a gorgeous view of the Richard V. Woods Memorial Bridge. To submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high-resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-life-76', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:57:02', '2018-08-30 14:57:02', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37412', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37419, 4, '2018-08-30 11:01:47', '2018-08-30 15:01:47', 'It’s that time of year — football season in the South — and that will be the name of the game for the Downtown Beaufort Merchants Association’s next edition of First Friday on Sept. 7.\r\n\r\n“Football in the South” is the theme for this month’s event, which as always will feature art, music, food and family-friendly fun in Downtown Beaufort. South Carolina Gamecocks mascot “Cocky” will make a special guest appearance, and the activities will include cornhole, a cakewalk, and a football toss. Fans are encouraged to wear their favorite team’s shirt or jersey.\r\n\r\nThe Sun City Car Club, Carolina Dreamers Car Club, and Beaufort Classic Car and Truck Club all will be on hand, along with the Beaufort Shag Club.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nA variety of downtown shops, restaurants, galleries and specialty stores will feature special discounts, sales, and promotions to celebrate the monthly event. Some stores plan to have demonstrations, entertainment, and refreshments inside for customers to enjoy.\r\n\r\nMerchants will stay open late, as the event runs from 5-8 p.m., and shoppers can browse the deals while listening to live music from Sweetgrass Blues and other entertainment. T-Bone Jeff Taylor of 104.9 also will do a live remote.\r\n\r\nFirst Friday is a great way to spend the evening downtown taking in the sights and sounds, shopping,&nbsp;eating, and supporting local businesses. It’s a perfect time to get to know the owners, artists, and&nbsp;creative individuals who are part of the downtown business community.\r\n\r\nAll First Friday events are free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Downtown Beaufort Merchants Association at dbmerchantsassociation@gmail.com.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[Modula id=\'16\']</p>', 'FIRST FRIDAY – Football in the South', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'first-friday-football-in-the-south', '', '', '2018-08-30 11:04:46', '2018-08-30 15:04:46', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37419', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37424, 4, '2018-08-30 10:58:51', '2018-08-30 14:58:51', '<h4>By Bill Rauch</h4>\r\nThe Lowcountry lost a good man and a good friend last week.\r\n\r\nSix-term Arizona Senator John McCain won the Lowcountry handily in the 1999 Republican Presidential Primary against George W. Bush, and he won our votes again in 2007 when he beat Mitt Romney and then Barack Obama here.\r\n\r\nIn June 1999, I had just been elected mayor of Beaufort when candidate McCain came calling. I didn’t know much about him, but one-on-one that day now 19+ years ago his manner was so forthright and purposeful, and his message was so right — that he would loosen the grip “special interests” had on Washington — that right there on the spot I decided to give him my support. He was virtually unknown and at 3 percent in the statewide polls that were being taken at the time.\r\n\r\nI never regretted it.\r\n\r\nOne thing he said then that I recounted in my 2004 book, “Politicking,” was, “Mayor, I’m going to run a campaign that will make you and your children proud,” and he did.\r\n\r\nIt wasn’t easy.\r\n\r\nYou can read the book for all the grizzly details, but let me just pick out one.\r\n\r\nSenator McCain’s wife, Cindy, a delightful lady, was then and still is a supporter of Operation Smile, the non-profit cleft palate reconstruction group. On a trip to a Bangladeshi orphanage run by Mother Teresa in about 1990, Cindy McCain was told about a young girl there whose life could only be saved by leaving Bangladesh and being placed for several months in a first-class western hospital and attended to by the best medical professionals. Then would begin a long series of follow-up treatments. The costs of all that would be significant, but in the end the little girl’s recovery would be complete.\r\n\r\nCindy and John McCain decided they would adopt the girl, Bridget, and see to it that the necessary medical care was provided, and they did. They saved the little girl’s life and lovingly raised her as one of their own.\r\n\r\nSix months after our initial meeting, in November 1999, John McCain returned to South Carolina fresh off a surprise 18-point win over George W. Bush in the New Hampshire primary. All of a sudden the senator’s candidacy was very real.\r\n\r\nIn an effort to turn things back around, Bush’s South Carolina campaign operatives took Bridget’s story and turned it into a methodically and professionally spread rumor that was circulated primarily in the Upstate by Christian radio personalities. Their twisted tale, custom-made for South Carolina’s Upstate buckle of the Bible Belt voters was that McCain was the father of an illegitimate African-American daughter, Bridget.\r\n\r\nI was in campaign meetings where the candidate was told about how exactly this was being done, and other dirty tricks that were being played upon his 1999 effort at the time. I heard also McCain’s South Carolina operatives advise him that the only way to fight fire is with fire … that it was time to get loose with the truth going negative on the then still little-known Texas governor.\r\n\r\nAnd I heard with my own ears the candidate say more than once, “If we have to lie to win, I would rather not win.”\r\n\r\nNotwithstanding McCain’s unfortunate flip-flop on the Confederate Flag, neither the candidate nor his campaign did make up ugly stuff about Bush, and he didn’t win. Yes, he won here, but he lost by a 53-42 margin statewide and two weeks later he was out of the race.\r\n\r\nMy impression from conversations during the 2007 effort and in later meetings is that John was good with that. I never heard him look back with anger or spite, and at least with respect to the legendarily ugly and deeply personal 1999 South Carolina Republican Presidential primary that threw his candidacy off the tracks, I would be one of those who might well have been in earshot.\r\n\r\nThe closest he came was regretting he didn’t stand taller on the flag.\r\n\r\nMcCain-Feingold was the rest of the Senator’s reply. That legislation that bears his name, passed in 2002 after he was back on the job on Capitol Hill, limits soft money in campaigns, and there was never any suggestion that McCain’s motives in advancing it were vindictive.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nIndeed, one of the senator’s last requests was that the two guys who beat him for the top job — George W. Bush and Barack Obama — be two who would be asked to speak at his funeral.\r\n\r\nWe lost a good man and a good friend last week.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.</i>', 'McCain won over the Lowcountry', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'mccain-won-over-the-lowcountry', '', '', '2018-08-30 10:58:51', '2018-08-30 14:58:51', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37424', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37433, 4, '2018-08-30 11:00:45', '2018-08-30 15:00:45', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Beaufort High School’s McCayla Willingham tries to block a spike during the Eagles’ first game against the Savannah Country Day during a tri-match including Battery Creek High School on Thursday, Aug. 23, at BHS. The Lady Eagles won the first set but dropped the match 2-1. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37439\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"345\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9841.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37439\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RES9841-1024x710.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"345\" height=\"306\"></a> Beaufort High’s Hailey Lamar, left, and Hannah Merchant block a kill shot from Savannah Country Day’s Maddine Wyunn during their first set Thursday, Aug. 23, at BHS.[/caption]\r\n\r\nBattery Creek volleyball swept a tri-match at Beaufort High on Thursday, Aug. 23, beating the host Eagles and visiting Savannah Country Day.\r\n\r\nThe Dolphins swept Beaufort in two close sets, winning 2-0 (25-21, 30-28) behind eight kills from Dazanni Hinton, five kills and 10 assists from McKenzie Young, and 10 assists from Daniella Ramirez. Laiani McCullough added four kills and two blocks.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek rallied after losing the first set to beat Savannah Country Day 2-1 (18-25, 27-25, 25-23) as Young racked up 15 assists and six kills, Ramirez had eight assists, Hinton had five kills and two blocks, and Page McAuther added four kills.\r\n\r\nBeaufort High lost to Savannah Country Day 2-1 (25-21, 13-25, 25-21) despite Madison Gallion’s seven aces. McCayla Willingham led the Eagles with 11 kills in the two matches, while Hannah Merchant added 10, and Hailey Lamar and Chase Vaigneur contributed six apiece.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek (4-2) was scheduled to travel to Allendale-Fairfax on Tuesday.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Beaufort High School Volleyball</h2>\r\nBeaufort High School’s volleyball team has taken on some tough competition early in the season, providing challenges that the Eagles hope will serve them well when they start region play next week.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles were 5-5 going into Tuesday’s scheduled home match against Wade Hampton, and two of those losses came to private-school power Hilton Head Christian Academy. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nHHCA defeated Beaufort High 2-1 (26-24, 17-25, 18-16) in a thriller in the semifinals of the Gold Bracket at the Colleton County tournament on Aug. 25, as Beaufort won eight of 11 sets overall and finished fourth in the top division.\r\n\r\nHHCA beat the Eagles against Monday, winning 3-1 (19-25, 25-18, 25-17, 25-19).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nChase Vaigneur led Beaufort with 11 kills and McCayla Willingham added eight. Olive Renforth and libero Peyton Polk anchored the defense.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles travel to the St. Vincent’s Academy tournament in Savannah on Saturday, Sept. 1.', 'Battery Creek wins tight matches vs. BHS, SCD', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'battery-creek-wins-tight-matches-vs-bhs-scd', '', '', '2018-08-30 11:00:45', '2018-08-30 15:00:45', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37433', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37445, 4, '2018-08-30 11:02:12', '2018-08-30 15:02:12', '<h4>By Lt. Cmdr. Marie Tillery</h4>\r\nA 1997 Battery Creek High School graduate and Beaufort native has been selected to advance to the rank of chief petty officer in the U.S. Navy aboard Naval Base Guam.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nChief Petty Officer (select) Devin Saunders is a culinary specialist aboard USS Asheville.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37446\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"286\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Saunders_Devin.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37446\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Saunders_Devin-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"286\" height=\"452\"></a> Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jackson Brown.[/caption]\r\n\r\nCulinary specialists receive extensive training in cooking, baking, dining and living area management. Navy culinary specialists provide food service for admirals and senior government executives and run the White House Mess for the President of the United States. Responsible for all aspects of the dining and living areas, culinary specialists work in the “heart of the submarine,” and are vital in maintaining high crew morale on the submarine and every shore base.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“I enjoy having a big impact on the crew,\" Saunders said.\r\n\r\nSaunders credits success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned in Beaufort.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“I grew up working on a farm with my granddad, feeding pigs, chicken, chopping wood,” Saunders said. “I learned that hard work pays off.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nLocated approximately 3,300 miles west of Hawaii and 1,500 miles east of the Philippines, Guam is a U.S. territory where its residents are U.S. citizens. The island is about 36 miles long, 6 to 12 miles wide and in many ways is an all-American community.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nNaval Base Guam is the home of Commander, Naval Forces Marianas, Commander Submarine Squadron 15, Coast Guard Sector Guam and Naval Special Warfare Unit 1 and supports 28 other tenant commands. It is also the home base of three Los Angeles-class submarines and both of the Navy’s submarine tenders, USS Emory S. Land and USS Frank Cable, as well as dozens of units operating in support of U.S. Pacific Command, US Pacific Fleet, 7th Fleet and 5th Fleet.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“I enjoy the camaraderie I have with people here,” Saunders said. “We are like family.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAccording to officials at the U.S. Navy’s Pacific Fleet headquarters in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, the ships, submarines, aircraft and Navy personnel forward-deployed to Guam are part of the world’s largest fleet command and serve in a region critical to U.S. national security. The U.S. Pacific Fleet encompasses 100 million square miles, nearly half the Earth’s surface, from Antarctica to the Arctic Circle and from the West Coast of the United States into the Indian Ocean. All told, there are more than 200 ships and submarines, nearly 1,200 aircraft, and more than 130,000 uniformed and civilian personnel serving in the Pacific.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nA sailor can only be advanced to chief petty officer after review by a selection board of serving senior and master chief petty officers, in effect “choosing their own.” Advancement to the chief petty officer grades marks the most significant milestone within the enlisted naval ranks.\r\n\r\nSaunders is most proud of watching the sailors he trained advance to the next rate.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“It’s not about me, it’s about the sailors on the boat, they come back and say, \'Thanks CSSC select!\'\" said Saunders. “I like helping people, always, because someone helped me.”\r\n\r\nAs a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Saunders and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes, one that will provide a critical component of the Navy the nation needs.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“When people told me I couldn\'t do something, I joined the military,” Saunders said. “I can now sit back and say not how ‘I did it’ but how ‘we did it.’”\r\n\r\n<i>Lt. Cmdr. Marie Tillery is with the Navy Office of Community Outreach.</i>', 'Beaufort native achieves significant milestone with U.S. Navy', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-native-achieves-significant-milestone-with-u-s-navy', '', '', '2018-08-30 11:02:12', '2018-08-30 15:02:12', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37445', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37449, 4, '2018-08-30 11:11:37', '2018-08-30 15:11:37', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Firefighters Michael Causey, left, and Connor Hutto were awarded the Medal of Valor recently by the Hampton County Fire District for their efforts in rescuing five people from a collapsed building that had been struck by lightning during an intense ”microburst” during a thunderstorm in Hampton County on June 20. The two men also are volunteer firefighters with the Burton Fire Department. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nBurton firefighter Michael Causey was recently awarded the Medal of Valor by the Hampton Fire Department at a Hampton Town Council meeting for helping rescue five trapped occupants from a building collapse the evening of June 20. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Burton-FD_Hampton-Bldg-Collapse_Hampton-FD-Photo_a.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37458\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Burton-FD_Hampton-Bldg-Collapse_Hampton-FD-Photo_a-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"315\" height=\"362\"></a>Just before 6:30 p.m. on June 20, during severe thunderstorms, the Hampton Fire Department was dispatched to a reported building collapse at the Badcock Furniture on Elms St. with people reported trapped inside. Michael Causey, a career firefighter with the Burton Fire District as well as a volunteer firefighter for his hometown of Hampton, heard the call while at home and immediately reported to the fire station. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFirefighters arrived on scene and found that the roof of the building, along with a side wall, had collapsed. Upon being told five victims were trapped inside a rear bathroom with water rising around them, and with lightning and heavy rain falling, Causey and fellow firefighter Connor Hutto, a Colleton County firefighters who also volunteers in Hampton, forced their way through a front door, entered the weakened structure, and started a search. The firefighters were able to locate all five trapped occupants and lead them to safety, with one occupant having to be carried. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Burton-FD_Hampton-Bldg-Collapse_Hampton-FD-Photo_b.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37461\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Burton-FD_Hampton-Bldg-Collapse_Hampton-FD-Photo_b-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"431\" height=\"356\"></a>Although Causey’s actions took place while operating with another fire department, Burton Fire Chief Harry Rountree felt it appropriate to recognize his achievement as well as Hutto’s. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“Their actions embody all firefighters to include those here at Burton,” stated Rountree. “After working a 48-hour shift and risking their life at their career department, they go home and volunteer their off-duty time to protect their hometown. That is true selfless sacrifice and dedication to public safety which embodies all firefighters. We are very proud of all of them.” <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBurton Deputy Chief Tom Webb also recently received a Medal of Valor for responding off-duty to rescue two kayakers who overturned in local waterways, and Burton Lieutenant Ethan Webb was recognized for saving a life off-duty by administering CPR. “The men and woman of the fire service don’t simply punch a clock and stop caring at the end of the shift,” Rountree said. “When someone needs help, they act, it’s who they are.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Burton, Colleton County firefighters recognized for heroism', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'burton-colleton-county-firefighters-recognized-for-heroism', '', '', '2018-08-30 11:11:37', '2018-08-30 15:11:37', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37449', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37452, 4, '2018-08-30 11:09:35', '2018-08-30 15:09:35', 'It started raining during the first quarter of the Beaufort at Battery Creek rivalry football game on Friday, Aug. 24, but because the rain was isolated, the giant full moon stayed, treating spectators to a full moon while being drenched…at the same time. Photo by Bob Sofaly.', 'Full Moon Friday Night', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'full-moon-friday-night', '', '', '2018-08-30 11:09:35', '2018-08-30 15:09:35', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37452', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37455, 4, '2018-08-30 11:11:43', '2018-08-30 15:11:43', 'The Beaufort County Council on Monday unanimously approved a motion to proceed with a recommendation to purchase land for a public park on the Whitehall property, subject to due diligence and after defining the maintenance agreements with the City of Beaufort.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeaufort City Council was slated to take up the issue at Tuesday’s meeting, Mayor Billy Keyserling said. While the city is supportive of a park, Keyserling said it’s premature to predict what an agreement will look like, adding that all parties are trying to expedite a process that would ordinarily take at least six months to a year.\r\n\r\nThe County Council called for the City of Beaufort to manage, maintain, and operate a proposed public park on a 10-acre tract of the Whitehall property on Lady’s Island, but Keyserling said the city can’t agree to such an arrangement until it knows more about the long-term vision for the park and exactly what that commitment might entail. The County Council will meet again on September 10, when the topic of Whitehall will be revisited.\r\n\r\nThe Friends of Whitehall Park, a grassroots organization dedicated to supporting the project, has garnered more than 4,200 signatures on a petition in favor of the proposed park. The group also held an event Saturday in which hundreds of residents turned out to learn more about the project.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Walk in the Park event was intended to be a show of support and unity and included representatives from the Developer, County Council and City Council, speaking and working together toward the goal of the park.\r\n\r\nThe event included coffee and muffins provided by LowCountry Produce, golf cart tours provided by Carolina Custom Carts, Entertainment by Beek, Vic and Friends, creative support from Picklejuice Productions, financial donations from Lowcountry Real Estate, Grayco and Hometown Real Estate, and water and collapsible dog water bowls provided by BJWSA.', 'County Council votes to move forward on Whitehall Park proposal', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'county-council-votes-to-move-forward-on-whitehall-park-proposal', '', '', '2018-08-30 11:11:43', '2018-08-30 15:11:43', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37455', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37460, 4, '2018-08-30 11:13:59', '2018-08-30 15:13:59', '<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><i>Veteran paddles 2,000 miles to help fellow Vets</i></h3>\r\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Kat Walsh</h4>\r\nJoseph Mullin, a U.S. Naval Air Reserve veteran with post-tramautic stress disorder (PTSD), has a problem with the number 22. That’s the number of veterans, on average, who die by suicide every day, 365 days a year, every year.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37466\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"280\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Paddle-1.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37466\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Paddle-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"280\" height=\"422\"></a> Joseph Mullin in all of his paddling gear and glory, making his way into the waters of coastal South Carolina.[/caption]\r\n\r\nSo when Mullin retired, he decided to do something big about that number and helping his fellow veterans with the struggles they face. He just didn’t yet know what that big thing would be.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nMullin found his answer in Mission 22, a nonprofit founded by three veterans whose personal battles with PTSD and traumatic brain injury (TBI) led them on their own mission to end veteran suicide in the U.S. It was a mission that Mullin could believe in – all funds the organization raised help pay for treatment programs for veterans with PTSD, TBI and other combat-related injuries.\r\n\r\nMullin figured – correctly – that paddling more than 2,000 miles solo in a kayak would draw attention to Mission 22’s cause. So he spent two years preparing: studying water, winds and currents, researching equipment, gathering charts and plotting courses. In order to not take funds from Mission 22, Mullin is paying for this journey with his pension, and a Go Fund Me campaign helped pay for his equipment.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>A life spent on – and under – water</b></p>\r\nFrom 1970-74, Mullin served in the Navy as a jet mechanic and on an anti-submarine helicopter squadron. He then spent 20 years as part of an underwater recovery team, recovering vehicles, evidence, and human remains.\r\n\r\nThese experiences weighed heavily on him – “I’ve seen my fair share of bodies,” he says - and they still do. There’s always the fear that a place, a voice or music will trigger an episode. His most recent struggle took place at a campground in Myrtle Beach.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“I could hear helicopters going up and down the beach and I am telling myself it’s just a tour, just ignore it,” he says. “But my mind was screaming ‘You gotta get down to the water, they need you!’”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nWhile he has able to make it through the first night, the internal conflict made a longer stay impossible. He cut his stay short and took off on his kayak the next morning.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSo how is it that Mullin finds paddling for up to 10 hours a day on the water so therapeutic? The difference, he says, is that this time he’s on the water. Not under it.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>An Ominous Beginning<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b></p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37467\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"271\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Sensor.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37467\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Sensor-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"271\" height=\"673\"></a> Joseph Mullin shows the sensor that helped the Coast Guard locate him on the fateful first day of his 2,000-mile solo kayak journey to raise awareness for Mission 22, a nonprofit dedicated to helping pay for treatment programs for veterans with PTSD, TBI and other combat-related injuries.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIf most of us had a first day like Mullin’s, there would never have been a second day. His kayaking journey began near the Canadian border at Quoddy Head Lighthouse in Lubec, Maine — the easternmost point in the U.S. — on April 30, 2017.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“I was paddling right along in a cove appropriately-named Baily’s Mistake and was hit broadside by an 8-inch wave,” he sighs, shaking his head. “Eight inches was all it took to capsize.”\r\n\r\nUsing his beacon to alert the Coast Guard, it took an hour to locate Mullin at night in the 38-degree water. He ended up in the hospital with a case of mild hypothermia and a severely bruised ego. Lesson learned, he says. He packed less gear, more common sense, got himself a better boat and got back on the water.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>“Hey, you’re that guy on TV!”</b></p>\r\nMullin’s media presence – he’s made it on several TV stations and into nearly every newspaper in his path – has made him and his mission recognizable to many. He says he usually gets one of two reactions from people when they find out what he’s doing. “Either they think it’s great or they think I’m insane,” he chuckles.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nDepending on the conditions, the 67-year-old paddles anywhere from six to 10 hours a day, covering 20-40 nautical miles in his 17-foot fiberglass kayak. At the end of the day, he looks for a campground or a hotel to spend the night. Occasionally a veteran or a newfound friend will share a meal or give him a place to stay.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAll the unforeseen obstacles and pleasant surprises Mullin has encountered along the way taught him to be flexible in planning. Case in point: his one-night stay in Beaufort became a two-day delay dedicated to repairing a broken rudder cable. What keeps him going, despite it all? Two things. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“I’m no good at worrying and I don’t know the meaning of quit,” he says.\r\n\r\n“We have reduced the number of suicides per day from 22 to 20, but our goal is zero, so we still have a long way to go,” Mullin added. “This is not about me, it’s about the mission. The mission is far greater than the journey.”\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>How to Help</b></p>\r\nFor information or to donate to Mission 22, please visit www.mission22.com. For updates on Mullin’s trip, follow his journey on his blog: www.acske2017.org.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<em>Photo at top:&nbsp;Joseph Mullin loads up the first kayak for the first day of his 2,000-mile solo kayak journey to raise awareness for Mission 22, a nonprofit dedicated to helping pay for treatment programs for veterans with PTSD, TBI and other combat-related injuries.</em>', 'On the Water, On a Mission', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'on-the-water-on-a-mission', '', '', '2018-08-30 11:16:29', '2018-08-30 15:16:29', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37460', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37473, 4, '2018-09-06 21:04:59', '2018-09-07 01:04:59', '<b>New featured exhibit coming to BAA Gallery</b>\r\n\r\n“Blending Digital Art with Photography” is the title of an exhibit featuring artist Gordon Fritz at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery from Sept. 2 through Oct. 28. An open house and reception will be held at the Gallery on Friday, Sept. 7, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and the public is invited.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA swim team registration open</b>\r\n\r\nThe BYAC Tiger Sharks Swim Team is registering swimmers for the 2018-19 season now through Sept. 10. The Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal offers three levels of swim team depending upon an individual’s skill level. Youth ages 5 and up who meet minimum requirements will be evaluated by swim coaches to determine placement level. For more information visit beaufort-jasperymca.org, stop by the Y at 1801 Richmond Avenue, or call 832-522-9622.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA adds additional CPR training dates<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal will offer three more CPR classes for community members this year. The remaining courses will be held on two Saturdays — Sept. 8 and Oct. 13 — from 8 a.m. to noon.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nCost is $30 for this YMCA-certified course, and those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact aquatics director Lou Bergen at 843-522-9622 to register or visit beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the YA Everlasting Book Club</b>\r\n\r\nIf you are an adult but still enjoy reading young adult literature, this book club is for you. The Young Adult Everlasting Book Club meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. The next title will be “The Revolution of Evelyn Serrano” by Sonia Manzano (Sept. 12). For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Learn to use digital services at the library</b>\r\n\r\nLearn how to instantly access and download free ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, music, and more. Bring your own favorite mobile device (tablet, cell phone, or laptop) and learn how to use the digital services offered by the library.\r\n\r\nThursday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. Free. For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org.\r\n\r\n<b>September activities&nbsp;</b><b>at Hunting Island</b>\r\n\r\nThere are fun, interesting and educational activities every day hosted by Park Ranger and Lowcountry Master Naturalist Megan Stegmeier.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Mondays: Secrets of the Salt Marsh, 4 p.m.; Full Moon Lighthouse Climb, 7 p.m., Sept. 24</li>\r\n 	<li>Tuesdays: Sea Turtle Tracks, 10:30 a.m.; CCC Video, 1 p.m.; Beach Walks, 3 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Wednesdays: Reptile Talk, 11 a.m.; Lighthouse Tour, 10 a.m., Sept. 26</li>\r\n 	<li>Thursdays: CCC Video, 1 p.m.; Feeding Frenzy, 3 p.m.; Lighthouse Tour, 10 a.m., Sept. 13</li>\r\n 	<li>Fridays: Stepping Stones, 1 p.m., Sept. 7, 21, 28</li>\r\n 	<li>Saturdays: Tie Dye, noon; Creatures of the Night, 2:30 p.m., Sept. 1 and 15</li>\r\n 	<li>Sundays: Alligator Talk, noon</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor a description of these programs and a complete calendar of activities, go to southcarolinaparks.com/hunting-island and click on “Programs &amp; Events.”\r\n\r\nAll are invited to attend these free events, though there is an entry fee to Hunting Island State Park and reservations are needed for lighthouse programs.\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-838-7437 or go to the Friends of Hunting Island website and the Facebook page: FOHI Sea Turtle Conservation Project.\r\n\r\n<b>Sea Island Fly Fishers<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>to meet Sept. 12</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Fly Fishers’ Sept. 12 meeting will feature Erin Levesque, the newly appointed manager of the Waddell Mariculture Center in Bluffton. Ms. Levesque will provide a presentation on her 18 years of saltwater species sampling and testing along the S.C. coast and river basins. The Waddell Center is a field experiment station of the SCDNR and is one of the country\'s largest and most sophisticated facilities for mariculture research. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe meeting starts with refreshments at 6 p.m. before the 7 p.m. program. The event is free and open to the public. Join us at 825 Bay St. in Beaufort. Call Jack Baggette at 843-441-4023 or email jackbaggette@hargray.com for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Sportfishing and Diving Club meets Sept. 13</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club’s September meeting will be held Thursday, Sept. 13, at the Beaufort Yacht Club on Lady’s Island off Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 p.m. with the meeting at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nThe club will host retired Waddell Mariculture Center manager Al Stokes and introduce new manager Erin Levesque. Al and Erin will help us understand how the changes at WMC will impact such areas as: stocking; the Friends of Waddell; the SC Department of Natural Resources; the future role with Beaufort County fishermen; water quality initiatives; engagement with civic organizations; tour and educational programs; the intern program; renovations; turtle and dolphin rescue efforts; and, many other areas that Al has overseen as SCDNR’s ambassador. The meeting will also give members an opportunity to provide Erin with ideas and input to make the transition easier.\r\n\r\nGuests are welcome, and you do not need a reservation. For additional information contact Captain Frank Gibson at (843)-522-2122 email fgibson@islc.net.\r\n\r\n<b>Yemassee Shrimp Festival returns in September</b>\r\n\r\nThe dates for the 2018 Yemassee Shrimp Festival are Sept 13-15, and the beauty pageant is Sept. 8. Organizers are now accepting applications for the beauty pageant, parades, talent show, shrimp battle cook-off, and craft and food vendors. Visit yemasseeshrimpfestival.com for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Marine Corps League to host golf tournament</b>\r\n\r\nThe Yellow Footprints Detachment #1154 of the Marine Corps League is holding its ninth annual Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, Sept. 15, at 9 a.m. at the Ocean Point Golf Links at Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort.\r\n\r\nThe fundraiser raises money for annual scholarship awards and the Marine and Sailor Family Outreach program.\r\n\r\nLocal businesses and/or individuals are encouraged to sponsor holes for this fundraiser.\r\n\r\nGolfers interested in playing can contact Ron West at 843-707-7866 or at RonUSMC1280@me.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Bring in expired coupons to help soldiers</b>\r\n\r\nDid you know that manufacturer\'s coupons that have expired in the U.S. can still be used by overseas military members? Drop by the Beaufort Branch Library on Sorting Day — Friday, Sept. 21, between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. — to help clip, sort, and bag coupons to prepare for shipping or drop off your unused coupons. Bring in your Smart Source, P&amp;G, and RMN manufacturer\'s coupons any time. Coupons can be up to two months expired. No store-specific or internet coupons, please.&nbsp;Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort.\r\n\r\nFree. For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the Great American Read program discussion</b>\r\n\r\nInspired by the Great American Read campaign sponsored by PBS, come to the library to join in a friendly discussion about The Great American Read program and join the search for America\'s best-loved novel. Did your book make it to the list of Top 100? Or was there a book that made a list that you think shouldn\'t have? Wednesday, Sept. 26, 5:30 p.m., Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort. Visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Learn how to clip coupons from a pro</b>\r\n\r\nJoin us for an in-depth look at everything you can do to save money couponing. Hosted by Jenny Martin, author of SouthernSavers.com, attendees will learn how to cut their grocery and household purchases by at least 50 percent, if not more. Registration encouraged but not required. Please call 843-255-6458 or stop by the Reference Desk to register.&nbsp; Saturday, Sept. 29, 5:30 p.m., Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort. Visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Royal Pites to host Arts and Crafts and Yard Sale</b>\r\n\r\nRoyal Pines will hold a Community Arts and Crafts and Yard Sale event on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 8-11 a.m. Rain date is Saturday, Oct. 6. The sale is being held on Royal Pines Blvd., Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\n<b>Food Truck Festival returning to Town Center</b>\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Jaycees will host the second annual Beaufort Food Truck Festival to raise money for Camp Hope on October 13 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Beaufort Town Center.\r\n\r\nIf you enjoyed last year’s festival this year is sure to please. After surveying a large population of attendees the Jaycees have made some exciting changes this year. The new event location is easily visible from Boundary St. and provides quicker access with plenty of parking. Additionally, food truck vendors will be serving samples of their menus with prices that are more manageable for those hoping to taste treats from more than one or two trucks. With more space for additional food trucks the Jaycees hope to keep the long lines to a minimum.\r\n\r\nThe Food Truck Festival is organized to raise money for Camp Hope, a summer camp held in Pendleton, S.C., for ages 7 and up with cognitive disabilities. The South Carolina Jaycees strive to raise money each year to assist in running the camp. If you or someone you know is interested in participating in the festival as a food truck vendor, craft/artisan vendor, volunteer or sponsor please send email to beaufortfoodtruckfestival@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Night on the Sound tickets on sale now</b>\r\n\r\nThe Port Royal Sound Foundation will host its fourth annual “Night on the Sound” on Oct. 20. The foundation’s signature event has featured guests such as Philippe Cousteau, Dr. Bob Ballard and Jack Hanna. David Gallo, American oceanographer and explorer, will be the speaker at this year’s event. Gallo previously worked as the Director of Special Projects at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. He currently serves as Senior Advisor for Strategic Initiatives at the Center for Climate and Life of the Earth Institute at Columbia University. This annual event includes cocktails, dinner, live entertainment and a silent auction.\r\n\r\nGeneral Admission tickets, including cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres, and seated dinner with presentation are $250. A limited number of VIP tickets, including a 90-minute cruise on the Chechessee River with guest speaker, cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres, and seated dinner with presentation, are available for $750.\r\n\r\nThe Port Royal Sound Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, is dedicated to the betterment and conservation of the waters and lands of our unique salt marsh ecosystem that is the Port Royal Sound estuary system. Their mission is to advance the awareness of Port Royal Sound as a unique ecosystem that contributes to the environmental, cultural and economic well-being of our area, the region and the Atlantic Ocean.\r\n\r\nFor more information, please contact Alicia Powell at 843-645-7774<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>ext. 204 or email at apowell@portroyalsoundfoundation.org.', 'September 6th-12th events around Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'september-6th-12th-events-around-beaufort', '', '', '2018-09-06 21:04:59', '2018-09-07 01:04:59', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37473', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(37476, 4, '2018-09-06 21:05:46', '2018-09-07 01:05:46', '<h4>By Celia Strong</h4>\r\nIt’s always nice to be able to revisit an old friend. Like old pals we haven’t seen for a while, old wine “friends” revisited also can be full of surprises.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFor this visit, we’re going back to Argentina, the fifth-largest wine producer in the world. Although the roots of Argentine wine and food are in Spain, influences from Italy and France have played significant roles. Their most successful and renowned red variety, Malbec, came from France. Their white variety, Torrontés, is a descendant of Italy’s Malvasia.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nGrape growing in Argentina was always successful because the soil and climate were made for it with hot, dry air, low rainfalls, high elevations for vineyards so that the hot grapes could cool during the night, low humidity that kept vine diseases at bay — and experienced immigrants from all the European wine-producing countries to work in the industry, from grape growing to winemaking.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAs the industry grows and learns more about different regions, it is expanding to new areas in Argentina. In November 2010, wine was legally declared the national liquor. Nice!\r\n\r\nTerrazas de Los Andes is a winery founded by Moët-Hennessey in 1996. Its name means “Terraces of the Andes.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>An old winery, from 1898, located in Luján de Cuyo in Mendoza was refurbished. Luján de Cuyo is one of the best high-elevation sub-regions in all of Argentina, and high-elevation wines have led the success of Argentine reds and whites. At Terrazas de Los Andes, each variety is grown at its own best elevation. They have eight vineyards, planted on terraces at various altitudes from 3,000 to more than 4,000 feet above sea level on the eastern slopes of the Andes.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeyond finding the best climatic area for each variety, Terrazas uses precision viticulture techniques, including soil analysis and electro-conductivity mapping, to boost the quality and performance of its grapes. They produce several tiers (price levels) of wines — Altos for everyday, Reserva, and two single vineyard wines from vineyards planted in 1929 and 1945. (One of these is partnered with the famous Bordeaux Ch Cheval Blanc.)<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSince Argentina is known for Malbec, our first wine is Terrazas de Los Andes Reserva Malbec. Like most Argentine Malbecs, this wine has an intense color, deep ruby and purple. It is 100 percent Malbec from the Las Compuertas vineyard in Luján de Cuyo and Paraje Altamuras in the Uco Valley. The grapes are hand harvested, cold fermented, aged in French barrels for about a year, lightly filtered before bottling and released after six months. This wine has floral and black fruit (blackberry, dark currant, plum) aromas and flavors along with herbaceous notes and menthol. It is medium bodied, well balanced and vibrant with juicy textures. For $16.99. (Used to be $20.99, but now you know why we’re revisiting!)<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nTerrazas de Los Andes Reserva Chardonnay is a little lost treasure, because we usually buy our Chardonnay wines from anywhere but Argentina. This wine has a delicate harmony of freshness, brightness and subtle complexities, all from grapes grown at over 4,000 feet elevation. Hand harvested, whole clusters are pressed, and after fermenting (half of it in French barrels and half in stainless steel), it is aged on its lees for eight months. Three months of bottle aging get it to us ready to drink. It is golden yellow with green tinges, and has aromas and flavors of ripe peaches, pineapple, lime zest, coconut, toasted hazelnuts and butter. It is crisp, minerally and smooth in your mouth. Also for the new price of $16.99.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nTerrazas de Los Andes Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon is as stellar as our first two wines. Also made entirely from grapes grown in vineyards owned by Moët-Hennessey, this wine is a combination of fruity, floral and spicy with balance and freshness. These grapes are treated much the same as the Malbec. It is a reddish purple color, and has blackberry, fig, black olive and geranium aromas and flavors. There are soft, balanced tannins and a lingering finish. Very definitely a food wine available at the new $16.99 price.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nLast, and maybe most interesting, is Terrazas de Los Andes Reserva Torrontés. Made from a grape that is unique to Argentina and is good for sipping, aperitifs, and a multitude of food pairings, this wine does not have any barrel aging, so it is crisp and minerally with awesome acidity. Pale yellow with a range of tropical fruit aromas and flavors — mangos, litchi nuts, pineapple, melons, star fruits, jasmine, and white roses. Think shellfish and sushi. For $14.99.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nWhat a great revisit!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>And what great “new” wines for us to enjoy!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<i>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</i>', 'Hello Again', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'hello-again', '', '', '2018-09-06 21:06:53', '2018-09-07 01:06:53', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37476', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37478, 4, '2018-09-06 21:06:20', '2018-09-07 01:06:20', '<h4>By Lee Scott</h4>\r\nIt seems like every time I go to the airport to get on an airplane, I am the random passenger who must be searched. Whether it is my high forehead, my big feet, or maybe my age, suddenly I will hear “Ma’am, can you step over to the side please?”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAgain!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nIt has gotten a bit ridiculous lately. I have stopped wearing jewelry and make sure I have no zippers or metal buttons. I keep glasses in my purse, which goes through the scanner.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>I have no artificial titanium hips or hardware in my body that might trigger an alarm. Yet there I am with the “latex lady,” as I call her.\r\n\r\nWhen it happened two weeks ago, I asked the TSA staff member if there was a reason I am always getting pulled over.\r\n\r\n“No, ma’am, this is totally random,” she said.\r\n\r\n“How could it be when I have been pulled over three times in the past six months?,” I asked.\r\n\r\nMaybe I should be playing the lottery since my odds of getting chosen are so great.\r\n\r\nWhen my husband called me to ask how the flight was, I informed him that I was no longer going to fly. I am tired of being “randomly” chosen.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“Maybe it is your driver’s license that is the problem,” he suggested.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“What does my driver’s license have to do with me getting pulled out of line?,” I asked.\r\n\r\n“South Carolina now has the new Real ID driver’s licenses available and you have the old one.”\r\n\r\nGood point, I had totally forgotten about this issue. South Carolina along with other states fought with the federal government requiring these new licenses. Ultimately, our governor signed a bill into law requiring the new Real ID. We can still use the old licenses for a little bit longer when we fly, but not for long. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSo, this morning, I got in the car and drove over to the Beaufort County Department of Motor Vehicles. I did check to see what I needed to bring before I went. When we moved here in 2014, we had to provide several forms of ID to get our South Carolina license. Fortunately, the DMV had scanned them into the system and I did not have to bring them again. Ultimately, it cost me $25, but I did get the REAL ID, with a new picture, a 2026 expiration date and a big gold star.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nCould my “random passenger” status have been the TSA’s way to urge me to get the Real ID. It will not be difficult to determine. I am flying again in a few weeks, and hopefully I will not have to hear those familiar words:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“Ma’am, will you step over here please?”', 'The Random Passenger', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'the-random-passenger', '', '', '2018-09-06 21:06:20', '2018-09-07 01:06:20', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37478', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37480, 4, '2018-09-06 21:07:13', '2018-09-07 01:07:13', 'In support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the Beaufort Academy football team is taking part in Touchdowns Against Cancer 2018. High school football teams across America are raising funds to help St. Jude Children\'s Research Hospital fight childhood cancer with every touchdown scored. BA is challenging fans to pledge for every touchdown the Eagles score in three home games this month. In years past, Beaufort Academy raised more than $6,000 for St. Jude and finished in the top three in the nation. Visit pledgeit.org/tac18-beaufort-sc-beaufort-academy-eagles for more information or to make a pledge.', 'BA football scoring to defeat childhood cancer this month', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'ba-football-scoring-to-defeat-childhood-cancer-this-month', '', '', '2018-09-06 21:07:13', '2018-09-07 01:07:13', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37480', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37485, 4, '2018-09-20 08:50:49', '2018-09-20 12:50:49', 'Beaufort Memorial will host a job fair next week for experienced Registered Nurses who are interested in joining the organization’s nationally recognized care team. The hospital is specifically looking for nurses to fill positions in the emergency room, intensive care unit, med/surgical unit and float pool, and is offering qualified nurses a $7,500 or $10,000 sign-on bonus, dependent on position and experience.\r\n\r\nThe job fair is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Beaufort Medical &amp; Administrative Center, across the street from the hospital at 990 Ribaut Road.\r\n\r\nAttendees should come prepared to interview. They will have the opportunity to meet members of the hospital team and ask questions about the hospital and employment benefits. Full-time employees at Beaufort Memorial receive benefits that include medical, dental and vision packages; 401k, 457 and South Carolina Retirement System options; generous paid time off, paid holidays and more.\r\n\r\nIn recognition of its nurse-friendly work environment, Beaufort Memorial Hospital has earned the Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). One of only five hospitals in the state to receive the honor, BMH was the first hospital in South Carolina to achieve the designation in 2011.\r\n\r\nEstablished in 2007, the national Pathway program was developed to improve both the quality of patient care and the professional satisfaction of nurses by providing a workplace where they can excel. In order to receive the Pathway designation, a hospital must meet certain practice standards essential to creating and maintaining an ideal nursing practice environment.\r\n\r\nFor more information about this and other job opportunities at Beaufort Memorial, visit BeaufortMemorial.org/careers.', 'Beaufort Memorial Hospital hosting job fair for RNs', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-memorial-hospital-hosting-job-fair-for-rns', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:23:02', '2018-09-26 13:23:02', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37485', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37487, 4, '2018-09-20 08:52:57', '2018-09-20 12:52:57', '<b>Free health screenings to be provided</b>\r\n\r\nMt. Carmel Baptist Church Med-I-Assist program, along with SC DHEC, AccessHealth Lowcountry, and Beaufort Memorial Hospital, will provide free health screenings this weekend for men and women in need. Patients will have access to the following screenings: prostate, glucose (sugar), hypertension, and/or cholesterol. Welvista Prescription Assistance also will be available. The screenings will be done on Saturday, Sept. 22, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 367 Keans Neck Road, Seabrook.\r\n\r\n<b>Only one CPR training date left at YMCA</b>\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal will offer one more CPR class for community members this year. The remaining course will be held on Oct. 13 from 8 a.m. to noon.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nCost is $30 for this YMCA-certified course, and those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact aquatics director Lou Bergen at 843-522-9622 to register or visit beaufort-jasperymca.org.', 'Health briefs for September 20th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'health-briefs-for-september-20th', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:15:38', '2018-09-26 13:15:38', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37487', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37490, 4, '2018-09-20 08:54:34', '2018-09-20 12:54:34', 'Dr. Gregory Glover, a highly-experienced specialist in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology) has recently relocated his practice to Beaufort, teaming with long-time local OB/GYN Glenn Werner, M.D., to create Werner &amp; Glover Women’s Health.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37491\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"282\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Dr.-Gregory-Glover-headshot.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37491\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Dr.-Gregory-Glover-headshot-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"282\" height=\"488\"></a> Dr. Gregory Glover[/caption]\r\n\r\n“We are delighted to have a physician with Dr. Glover’s experience and expertise practicing right here in Beaufort County,” said Dr. Werner, a board-certified OB/GYN who has been providing women’s health services and delivering babies in Beaufort for more than 24 years. “Up until now, women needing treatment for these issues have had to travel to Charleston, Savannah or beyond, but we are now able to offer comprehensive care close to home.”\r\n\r\nUrogynecology is a medical sub-specialty dedicated to the treatment of pelvic floor disorders such as urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Glover was one of the first board-certified sub-specialists in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in the United States and has been an instructor for other physicians in the specialty.\r\n\r\nAbout one in three women will experience symptoms of this condition in their lifetime.\r\n\r\n<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>“For instance, involuntary loss of urine affects at least 40 percent of women over 40, although it can occur at any age,” said Dr. Glover. “There are different types of incontinence, with the more common types being stress incontinence, which is leaking with coughing, laughing, sneezing or exercise, and urge incontinence, such as frequent urination, loss prior to ‘making it’ to the bathroom or having a sudden urge to go. These issues can be improved or cured for most women with medicines, physical therapy, support devices, or surgery.”\r\n\r\nIn addition to treating incontinence issues, Dr. Glover provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for women who suffer from disorders associated with pelvic prolapse and is trained in minimally invasive surgical techniques, having been recognized by the American Institute of Minimally-Invasive Surgery (AIMIS) as one of the 300 top laparoscopic surgeons in the country.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nA member of the Beaufort Memorial Hospital medical staff, he also provides preventative care, including annual exams and PAP smears and menopause management.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nOriginally from Alabama, Dr. Glover completed his undergraduate work in Biology, cum laude, at Birmingham-Southern College, and obtained his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Medicine. Internship and residency followed at the Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation in New Orleans. After completing his medical training, he served with distinction for three years in the National Health Service Corps.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nPrior to relocating to Beaufort, Dr. Glover was in private practice in Knoxville, Tenn., for almost 30 years, where he was recognized by his peers as one of the top doctors in Knoxville every year from 2003-2018.\r\n\r\nWerner &amp; Glover is located at 1264 Ribaut Road, Suite 200, in Beaufort. To make an appointment with either of the physicians, call (843) 524-2466.', 'Urogynecologist now seeing patients in Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'urogynecologist-now-seeing-patients-in-beaufort', '', '', '2018-09-26 08:54:45', '2018-09-26 12:54:45', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37490', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37493, 4, '2018-09-20 09:08:52', '2018-09-20 13:08:52', 'Vandit Sardana, M.D., FRCSC, has joined Beaufort Memorial Orthopaedic Specialists. A skilled, board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Sardana comes to the practice from the prestigious fellowship training program in adult reconstructive orthopaedics at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37495\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Vandit-Sardana-_headshot.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37495\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Vandit-Sardana-_headshot-704x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"782\"></a> Vandit Sardana, M.D., FRCSC[/caption]\r\n\r\nAt Beaufort Memorial, he will work with the the highly experienced team of Dr. Kevin Jones, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, and William Schreffler, a board-certified nurse practitioner. The practice specializes in the assessment, preservation and restoration of joint function, providing care based on best and current evidence in the field of orthopaedics. All three see patients in the practice’s Beaufort and Bluffton offices. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nEducated in Canada, Dr. Sardana earned a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Ottawa and both a Master of Science in physical chemistry and an Honours Bachelor of Science in forensic science from the University of Toronto. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, and is board-certified in orthopaedics by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAs a student, Sardana received an array of academic scholarships and awards at every level of his training. During his residency, he was employed as a clinical skills preceptor for first-year medical students, and he has worked on a broad range of orthopaedic research projects as well. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Memorial Orthopaedic Specialists offers a full range of care for bones and joints, specializing in minimally invasive hip and knee replacement surgery. Its team of specialists treats patients with orthopaedic conditions that range from congenital defects and osteoarthritis associated with aging to trauma and sports injuries. To schedule an appointment in either Beaufort or Bluffton with any of the providers, call 843-524-3015.', 'Vandit Sardana joins Beaufort Memorial Orthopaedic Specialists', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'vandit-sardana-joins-beaufort-memorial-orthopaedic-specialists', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:17:02', '2018-09-26 13:17:02', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37493', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37497, 4, '2018-09-20 08:56:09', '2018-09-20 12:56:09', 'Active investing or passive investing. It’s an ongoing debate, and here, briefly, is what’s behind it.\r\n\r\nActive investing involves the skills of an investment manager who seeks to generate greater returns than a market benchmark or index and may pursue other goals, such as risk reduction and income enhancement.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nA passive manager’s investment strategy, on the other hand, is designed to track the performance of an index, an asset class, or market segment (benchmark) and achieve returns that closely correspond to the returns of that benchmark with low fees. The goal of this type of investing might be, for example, to track the performance of the S&amp;P 500 Index, which means owning a basket of stocks that mirror the composition of the index. Once the basket’s contents are determined, the manager generally steps back and lets market forces do what they will.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nWith this type of investing, the manager will not sell securities to take advantage of changing market conditions and may have less flexibility to react to price declines in the securities but will continue to hold the same securities as the benchmark it is designed to track.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nActive investing includes substantial research and, possibly, a fair amount of trading, and the manager generally passes these expenses on to the investor. On the other hand, expenses for a passively managed fund, such as an exchange-traded fund (ETF), are usually low, making it comparatively inexpensive for investors to own. It is important to note that although these funds trade relatively infrequently, keeping administrative expenses relatively low, the fund’s performance probably will not match the benchmark’s performance exactly.\r\n\r\nThis is the crux of the debate: Is active investing worth the additional expense?\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Active vs. passive snapshot</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Ongoing research and frequent trading</li>\r\n 	<li>Relatively high expenses</li>\r\n 	<li>May focus on, for example:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Large-, mid-, or small-capitalization<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Value vs. growth</li>\r\n 	<li>Dividend-paying (income) companies</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li>No ongoing research and little, if any, trading</li>\r\n 	<li>Relatively low expenses</li>\r\n 	<li>Generally more tax efficient</li>\r\n 	<li>May seek to track the performance of an index, such as the S&amp;P 500</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Active remains popular</b></p>\r\nAccording to Morningstar Direct, U.S. investors have been increasingly drawn to passive funds, but they still have substantially more invested with active managers. One reason may be a potential challenge passive investing faces when the markets are down or flat.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nWhile a passive manager’s hands are essentially tied during these times, an active manager is able to make adjustments to the portfolio in an attempt to improve its performance. Although there’s no guarantee these efforts will prove successful, the active manager – unlike the passive manager – at least has room to maneuver.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Wide range of alternatives</b></p>\r\nBecause there are literally thousands of funds on the market, deciding on active investing opens the door to a wide range of additional choices.\r\n\r\nThere are funds concentrated on a specific level of capitalization, or cap – a term used to describe a company’s size. It’s determined simply by multiplying a company’s stock price by the number of shares in the market. In addition to large-cap, such as those in the S&amp;P 500, there are also mid-cap and small-cap companies.\r\n\r\nIn addition, there are funds focused on different investing styles. Growth funds invest in companies that appear poised to grow faster than their market sector or the market in general, though growth may not be realized. Value funds, on the other hand, look for companies that investors appear to be overlooking for one reason or another and show promise for a comeback, though there is no guarantee such value will be recognized by the overall market.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSome funds look to generate income by investing in companies that pay dividends. Investors can receive that income as cash or reinvest it in additional fund shares. However, keep in mind that reinvested income generally is taxable in the year it’s paid unless it’s held in a tax-advantaged account, such as an IRA.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Remember to diversify</b></p>\r\nThe debate over active vs. passive is somewhat pointless because you don’t have to choose between the two. In addition to spreading your money across a variety of different asset classes (stocks, bonds, and cash), market capitalizations (large, medium, and small), and investing styles (growth and value), you can also diversify by including both passive and active investments in your portfolio. For help with building a portfolio designed to help you reach your goals, consider turning to a professional financial advisor.\r\n\r\n<i>All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. There is no assurance any investment strategy will be successful or that a fund will meet its investment objectives. An investment in an exchange–traded fund (ETF) will fluctuate and shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. ETFs are subject to risks similar to stock including market risk, which is the risk that the value of an ETF’s holdings<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>may fluctuate in response to general economic and market conditions, the prospects of individual companies, and industry sectors. Shares of ETFs are bought and sold at market price in the secondary market, which may differ significantly from the ETF’s net asset value and are not individually redeemed from the fund. Only “authorized participants” or market makers may<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>trade directly with the fund, typically in large, specified blocks of 50,000 shares. Ordinary brokerage commissions for purchases and sales may appl,y which could reduce the fund’s returns.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>There are different types of ETFs such as index-based, sector and industry, investment style, or asset class, each with its own risk and return characteristics<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Index-based ETFs seek investment results that, before expenses, generally correspond to the price and yield of a particular index. There is no assurance that the price and yield performance of the index can be fully matched. Sector- and industry-based ETFs are narrowly focused. Concentration in certain sectors or industries may present more risks for a portfolio than if it was broadly diversified over numerous sectors of the economy. This will increase a portfolio’s vulnerability to any single economic, politica, or regulatory development affecting the sector or industry and may result in greater price volatility. Investment-style ETFs include growth- and value-type<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>ETFs. The growth and value types of investing tend to shift in and out of favor; growth may not be realized; and and a company’s intrinsic value may not be recognized by the overall market. Asset class ETFS include small-, medium-, and large-cap stocks. Investing in small- and mid-cap companies involves additional risks from investing in large-cap companies, such as limited liquidity and greater volatility. Dividend-focused ETFs generally seek to track the investment results of an index composed of dividend-paying equities. The income generated by the ETF’s holdings is dependent upon the dividend policies of the companies in which it invests. Dividend-paying stocks may fall out of favor with investors and may not return more than the overall stock markets. Dividends<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>may be reduced, changed, or eliminated at any time.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Both active and passively managed funds are subject to fees and expenses not applicable to indices which are unmanaged and unavailable for direct investment.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>This article was written by/for Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Whitney McDaniel, CFP®, Associate Vice President - Investments in Beaufort, SC at [843] 524-1114.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Any third-party posts, reviews or comments associated with this listing are not endorsed by Wells Fargo Advisors and do not necessarily represent the views of Whitney McDaniel or Wells Fargo Advisors and have not been reviewed by the Firm for completeness or accuracy.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Investments in securities and insurance products are: NOT FDIC-INSURED/NOT BANK-GUARANTEED/MAY LOSE VALUE</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Wells Fargo Advisors is a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-b</i><i>ank affiliate of Wells Fargo &amp; Company.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>© 2017 Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC. All rights reserved.</i>', 'To Be Active or Passive, That Is the Question', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'to-be-active-or-passive-that-is-the-question', '', '', '2018-09-26 08:57:15', '2018-09-26 12:57:15', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37497', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37499, 4, '2018-09-20 09:07:48', '2018-09-20 13:07:48', '<h4>By Justin Jarrett</h4>\r\nEvery foodie in Beaufort knows all about Breakwater Restaurant and Bar by now, but the downtown favorite stirred up another round of enthusiasm when it started serving lunch on April 30.\r\n\r\nWell, of course The Island News Lunch Bunch had to check it out, just as soon as we could get all of our schedules to coordinate. It finally happened last month, and we all agree – if you enjoy Breakwater for dinner, you’re going to love it for lunch, too.\r\n\r\nIf you follow them on Facebook, you know they always have some mouth-watering lunch specials, including a fresh twist on Taco Tuesday, but we all opted to stick to the tried-and-true menu during our visit.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAs our publishers, Kim and Elizabeth, and I waited for our sales representative Betty to join us, we decided to order some appetizers for the table. We agreed we had to try the Southern Fried Shrimp and the Spicy Calamari, but our server insisted we also opt for the Butter Bean Hummus (a move that would later earn her hero status).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe shrimp were massive and magnificent with just the right amount of perfectly-seasoned breading, and the calamari was equally delicious –&nbsp;lightly breaded and drizzled with hot sauce and served with a smoky tomato ranch dipping sauce to complement the spice.\r\n\r\nBut the Butter Bean Hummus stole the show – or at least the opening act. It was served with grilled pita, chunks of creamy feta, and castelvetrano olives, but even when the pita ran out – because the serving of hummus was so large – more than one of us resorted to eating it with a spoon. That’s how delicious it was.\r\n\r\nWe definitely could have wrapped things up at that point and left satisfied with some semblance of hope for a productive afternoon, but that’s not how the Lunch Bunch rolls.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nWell, Betty did show some restraint, ordering just a cup of She Crab Soup, which she raved about.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nElizabeth also exhibited a bit of discipline, opting for the Summer Vegetable Salad —&nbsp;a romaine and arcadian mix topped with a veritable garden of summer field peas, grilled asparagus and zucchini, goat cheese and honey lime vinaigrette. The grilled salmon fillet she added was a substantial portion that was cooked to perfection.\r\n\r\nKim and I weren’t as responsible with regard to controlling our cravings.\r\n\r\nKim couldn’t resist the Fried Chicken (her favorite fried chicken anywhere, she said), which was served atop a mountain of smashed aligot potatoes with haricots verts and smothered with traditional Southern white gravy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nI was a bit bummed that I didn’t get to try the other two appetizers on the menu – the Pimento Cheese Plate and the Pickled Green Tomatoes – so I remedied that with my lunch order. I opted for the Warm Pimento Cheese sandwich, served on toasted artisan bread with fried pickled green tomatoes, and added bacon (because bacon makes everything better, but especially a pimento cheese sandwich). It was predictably tremendous, and the hand-cut fries were some of the best I’ve had anywhere. I washed it down with a glass of Murphy’s Pucker-Up Lemon-Aid, which tasted as good as the cause it supports — clean water for a school in Africa.\r\n\r\nOur only regret was not saving enough room for dessert, but that just gives us another reason to go back. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">[Modula id=\'18\']</h4>', 'Bounce to Breakwater for a great lunch', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'bounce-to-breakwater-for-a-great-lunch', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:19:48', '2018-09-26 13:19:48', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37499', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37500, 4, '2018-09-20 08:59:06', '2018-09-20 12:59:06', 'Three town hall meetings originally set for last week but cancelled due to Hurricane Florence have been rescheduled to give parents and community members the opportunity to meet with Beaufort County Superintendent Herb Berg and district staff.\r\n\r\nThe school district holds a cycle of informal town hall meetings twice each year to present information to, and answer questions from, parents and citizens.\r\n\r\nThe revised schedule of fall town hall meetings will be:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Sept. 20 – Whale Branch Early College High, 6 p.m. (rescheduled from Sept. 12)</li>\r\n 	<li>Sept. 24 – Hilton Head Island High, 6 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Sept. 26 – May River High, 6 p.m. (rescheduled from Sept. 11)</li>\r\n 	<li>Sept. 27 – Bluffton Middle-Spanish language, 6 p.m. (rescheduled from Sept. 13)</li>\r\n 	<li>Oct. 3 – Battery Creek High (also Islands Academy), 6 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Oct. 29 – Beaufort High, 6 p.m.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe possible 2019-20 adjustment of Bluffton school attendance zones is expected to be a principal focus at several of the upcoming town hall meetings. The school district has seen rapid enrollment growth in the southern section of the county, and several schools in the Bluffton area are already beyond their designated capacities. Last April voters rejected a bond referendum that would have constructed one new Bluffton school and expanded two existing Bluffton schools.\r\n\r\nAt the southern Beaufort County town hall meetings, district officials will initiate a discussion about possible 2019-20 adjustments to school attendance zones by reviewing an outline of a sample proposal presented to the Board of Education on Aug. 11. The purpose of rezoning would be to reduce overcrowding at some schools by moving some of their students to schools with space to accommodate mobile classrooms.\r\n\r\n“The Board of Education wants to ensure that parents and taxpayers have numerous opportunities to provide feedback on any proposals aimed at adjusting attendance zones,” said Robert Oetting, the school district’s Chief Operations Officer.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>“Enrollment growth in the southern portion of Beaufort County shows no signs of slowing down, and Board members are very interested in how their constituents want to meet that challenge.”\r\n\r\nAlthough participants in the three northern Beaufort County town hall meetings may ask questions about rezoning, the board is not currently discussing possible student reassignments there.', 'School board reschedules town hall meetings', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'school-board-reschedules-town-hall-meetings', '', '', '2018-09-26 08:59:31', '2018-09-26 12:59:31', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37500', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37503, 4, '2018-09-20 08:59:59', '2018-09-20 12:59:59', '<h4>By Celia Strong</h4>\r\nAnother weather incident has come and gone, and we were lucky this time. Some thought it better to be safe than sorry and evacuated, while others surely relaxed and escaped into a good wine. Off to Napa Valley we go.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nOberon is a winery in Napa, that makes several wines, all the work of their winemaker, Napa native Tony Coltrin. Tony was born and raised in St. Helena and has spent more than 40 years making Napa wines. As a teenager he worked harvest at a family friend’s winery, and he was hooked. All these years in the Napa wine industry means all kinds of contacts with growers and other winemakers, as well as access to the great grape sources in Napa. At Oberon, which is owned by the Michael Mondavi family, he is able to make wines that express the joy of Napa. As he says, “Being a winemaker is not something I do every day, it’s who I am every day”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nOberon Napa Sauvignon Blanc has a distinctive style. Its grapes are sourced from the Oak Knoll and Carneros areas of Napa. It is from the blending of these two sources that this wine is able to excel. Oak Knoll is located in the most southern part of Napa. It has a cool, maritime climate that results in a longer growing season for the grapes. Sandwiched between the city of Napa and the Stag’s Leap district, the vineyards have deep alluvial soils with plenty of exposure. Long sunny days let the grapes ripen with concentrated fruits and great balance. Carneros is located across the southern end of both Napa and Sonoma counties. This is a cool growing area, with vineyards on low-lying hills. Its soils are predominantly shallow clay, with poor drainage and fertility. Again, vines are forced to struggle but, the season is a long one and the grapes ripen with intense and vivid flavors.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBy combining Sauvignon Blanc grapes from these two areas, Oberon’s wine has bright acidity and layers of fresh flavors including green apple, kiwi, pear and melon. It also has an underlying richness and great complexity. One-third of the grapes are barrel fermented which helps maximize the fruitiness of this wine and add to its creamy finish. For $15.99.\r\n\r\nOberon Napa Cabernet Sauvignon is made with grapes sourced from Rutherford, Oakville, Chiles Valley and Capell Valley. Rutherford, one of the two most important of these, is located north of Oakville. It is a bit warmer than Oakville with alluvial soils. Rutherford wines are uniform in their structure and style — fruit forward and elegant and consistently high-quality. Oakville, the second major source, lies on the valley floor. It has a perfect climate with warm sunshine for the grapes. The sun burns off early morning fogs, then the afternoon breezes come, allowing the grapes hours every day to ripen and develop their fullest flavors. Oakville soils are well-draining alluvial, which encourages the vines’ roots to grow deep, making them work harder. This helps Oakville wines achieve richness, complexity, density and aging potential.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThis Napa Cabernet is made from hand-harvested grapes, fermented in stainless steel with lengthy maceration after the fermentation. Malolactic fermentation is done in French oak and the wine is aged in barrels for 14 months. Again, their winemaker blends grapes to achieve gorgeous flavors — black cherries, black currants, blackberries, baking spices, espresso powder, and dark chocolate — into a deep-colored wine with supple tannins and a long finish. For $20.99\r\n\r\nSo, with 40 years living and working in Napa, Tony Coltrin and Oberon have a lock on making Napa wines. Knowing how the grapes grow and what they taste like from every parcel of land is key, and Oberon’s wines prove it. Enjoy.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<i>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</i>', 'Forty Years and Going Strong', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'forty-years-and-going-strong', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:00:07', '2018-09-26 13:00:07', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37503', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37505, 4, '2018-09-20 09:01:04', '2018-09-20 13:01:04', '<h4>By Lee Scott</h4>\r\nFor some reason, right before Florence came to call, and right before we were advised to leave Beaufort County, the Monarch butterflies came flying en masse to my community. I do not remember seeing so many butterflies in the flower gardens at my community pool as I did that afternoon.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>I am sure some of our South Carolina state butterflies, the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, were present, I just could not see them amidst all the familiar Monarchs. As I sat there admiring them, our resident landscape manager came by.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_0712.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-37506\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_0712.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"313\" height=\"361\"></a>“Why are there so many?,” I asked her.\r\n\r\n“It’s just this time of year,” she said as she hurried to organize her staff.\r\n\r\nI had forgotten about the annual migration going on with Monarch butterflies. They need a temperature above 70 degrees to survive and we have certainly had those temperatures. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFortunately, we have an arborist who understands the importance of butterfly gardens, and the bush daises and zinnias were favorites that day as I watched them swarm around the flowers. I took picture after picture of the Monarchs drinking in the nectar of the flowers, but it is hard to see them in the pictures because their wings seemed to meld into the colors of the flowers.\r\n\r\nAs I sat there looking at the butterflies, I became aware of people coming into the pool area who were not wearing bathing suits. They were employees who came to put away the chairs, tables, and umbrellas along with securing the smaller planters. I am sure they thought it odd that there was one lone swimmer in the pool. But my work was done that day. My husband and I had put our boat in storage. We had cleaned off the screen porch furniture and put it in the living room. The Adirondack chairs were scrubbed and stored in the garage. The car was gassed up, we had water bottles, fuel for our generator (if needed) and I had even gone to the County Convenience Center to get rid of our trash. I had completed my preparations and just wanted to swim.\r\n\r\nBut as I sat there watching the last of the chairs put away, I knew it was time to say goodbye to the pool and the butterflies. They too had to prepare for the coming bad weather. Turns out butterflies hide in tree hollows and go under rocks during storms.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBy the grace of God, I will soon be back in the pool swimming. The chairs, umbrellas and tables will be in place and once again I will sit and admire the latest butterfly migration.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>', 'The butterflies before the storm', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'the-butterflies-before-the-storm', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:01:12', '2018-09-26 13:01:12', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37505', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(37508, 4, '2018-09-20 09:01:27', '2018-09-20 13:01:27', '<b>Enjoy Yoga Under the Stars on Sept. 21</b>\r\n\r\nIn honor of International Day of Peace, join professionally-certified trained yoga instructors, Zen Den Reiki practitioners and the Beaufort Drum Circle at Henry Chambers Waterfront Park, in the Contemplative Garden, from 6-9 p.m. on Sept. 21 for an evening designed to promote physical and spiritual wellness while supporting early childhood literacy in the Lowcountry.\r\n\r\nDonations will be kindly accepted in support of Born To Read. Born To Read Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 non profit charitable organization promoting early literacy in the Lowcountry. Since the inception of the program our volunteers have made more than 18,000 visits to new parents in the local Beaufort County South Carolina Birthing Centers.\r\n\r\nYoga Under the Stars Schedule:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>3 Yoga classes will be hosted by ArtiZen, One Yoga Sanctuary and Effervescence yoga studios and will start at 6:00pm, 6:45pm and 7:30pm. Please bring your yoga mat, water and a small towel.</li>\r\n 	<li>Individual Zen Den Reiki Sessions will run from 6:00-8:15pm.</li>\r\n 	<li>Beaufort Drum Circle will begin at 8:15pm. Please bring your favorite hand percussion, chair or blanket or dancing feet.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor more information, contact Born to Read at borntoread@hargray.com or 843-379-3550.\r\n\r\n<b>New featured exhibit coming to BAA Gallery</b>\r\n\r\n“Blending Digital Art with Photography” is the title of an exhibit featuring artist Gordon Fritz at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery through Oct. 28.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>September activities&nbsp;</b><b>at Hunting Island</b>\r\n\r\nThere are fun, interesting and educational activities every day hosted by Park Ranger and Lowcountry Master Naturalist Megan Stegmeier.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Mondays: Secrets of the Salt Marsh, 4 p.m.; Full Moon Lighthouse Climb, 7 p.m., Sept. 24</li>\r\n 	<li>Tuesdays: Sea Turtle Tracks, 10:30 a.m.; CCC Video, 1 p.m.; Beach Walks, 3 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Wednesdays: Reptile Talk, 11 a.m.; Lighthouse Tour, 10 a.m., Sept. 26</li>\r\n 	<li>Thursdays: CCC Video, 1 p.m.; Feeding Frenzy, 3 p.m.; Lighthouse Tour, 10 a.m., Sept. 13</li>\r\n 	<li>Fridays: Stepping Stones, 1 p.m., Sept. 7, 21, 28</li>\r\n 	<li>Saturdays: Tie Dye, noon; Creatures of the Night, 2:30 p.m., Sept. 1 and 15</li>\r\n 	<li>Sundays: Alligator Talk, noon</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor a description of these programs and a complete calendar of activities, go to southcarolinaparks.com/hunting-island and click on “Programs &amp; Events.”\r\n\r\nAll are invited to attend these free events, though there is an entry fee to Hunting Island State Park and reservations are needed for lighthouse programs.\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-838-7437 or go to the Friends of Hunting Island website and the Facebook page: FOHI Sea Turtle Conservation Project.\r\n\r\n<b>Bring in expired coupons to help soldiers</b>\r\n\r\nDid you know that manufacturer\'s coupons that have expired in the U.S. can still be used by overseas military members? Drop by the Beaufort Branch Library on Sorting Day — Friday, Sept. 21, between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. — to help clip, sort, and bag coupons to prepare for shipping or drop off your unused coupons. Bring in your Smart Source, P&amp;G, and RMN manufacturer\'s coupons any time. Coupons can be up to two months expired. No store-specific or internet coupons, please.&nbsp;Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort.\r\n\r\nFree. For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe.\r\n\r\n<b>Tour Fort Fremont<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>on St. Helena Island</b>\r\n\r\nTravel back in time to the 1890’s and the Spanish American War at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22 at the St. Helena Branch Beaufort County Public Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Road, St. Helena Island.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nView a short documentary and scale model of Fort Fremont as it stood in 1898 and travel to Fort Fremont for a guided walking tour of the fortifications. Tour lasts approximately two hours. No reservations are necessary. Free and open to the public. For more information call the St. Helena Library at 843-255-6487 or visit fortfremont.org.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA to hold Lunch &amp; learn seminar for seniors</b>\r\n\r\nSenior adults, live your best, healthy life! The Wardle Family YMCA will hold a lunch &amp; learn seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 25 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Topics include chronic disease prevention through exercise, senior nutrition, fall prevention and how to get started. The seminar will be led by Y Wellness Director Denice Fanning and her healthy aging team. Free and open to the public, but participants must register at the YMCA front desk: 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal, or call 843-522-9622 by Sept. 24. beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the Great American Read program discussion</b>\r\n\r\nInspired by the Great American Read campaign sponsored by PBS, come to the library to join in a friendly discussion about The Great American Read program and join the search for America\'s best-loved novel. Did your book make it to the list of Top 100? Or was there a book that made a list that you think shouldn\'t have? Wednesday, Sept. 26, 5:30 p.m., Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort. Visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Learn how to clip coupons from a pro</b>\r\n\r\nJoin us for an in-depth look at everything you can do to save money couponing. Hosted by Jenny Martin, author of SouthernSavers.com, attendees will learn how to cut their grocery and household purchases by at least 50 percent, if not more. Registration encouraged but not required. Please call 843-255-6458 or stop by the Reference Desk to register.&nbsp; Saturday, Sept. 29, 5:30 p.m., Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort. Visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Royal Pines to host Arts and Crafts and Yard Sale</b>\r\n\r\nRoyal Pines will hold a Community Arts and Crafts and Yard Sale event on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 8-11 a.m. Rain date is Saturday, Oct. 6. The sale is being held on Royal Pines Blvd., Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\n<b>Pumpkin patch<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>returns this month</b>\r\n\r\nThe pumpkins are coming back to Carteret Street United Methodist Church on Sunday, Sept. 30 at 12:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help unload the truck. Everyone is invited to be part of this exciting time. Pizza will be served after we have unloaded.\r\n\r\nThe patch will be open Monday–Saturday during the month of October from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Sunday from noon-6 p.m. The money raised is used for youth ministries.\r\n\r\n<b>Bring your pup to the YMCA Puppy Plunge</b>\r\n\r\nCanines of all breeds and sizes are welcome to attend the Wardle Family YMCA Puppy Plunge on the first and third Saturday of each month (thru March 2019) beginning October 6, 2018 at the Y outdoor pool (1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal) from 9 am – 11 am. Pups can splash, swim and play in our safe, enclosed outdoor pool area.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>The cost is $10 per pup and all proceeds benefit the Y’s Learn to Swim program, which teaches local children and adults to swim at a reduced cost or for free. Dogs must be well behaved, current on all required vaccines and leashed until inside the pool area. Owners must be present at all times and humans are not permitted to swim in the Puppy Plunge. Visit beaufort-jasperymca.org or call 843-522-9622.\r\n\r\n<b>Exchange Club hosts 26th annual Ghost Tours</b>\r\n\r\nGhostly spirits are expected to take over downtown Beaufort while the Exchange Club hosts its 26th annual Ghost Tours beginning Friday, Oct. 12. Sign up now to take a carriage ride or walking tour through Beaufort’s Historic District while listening to haunting tales of the area. Tours last about an hour and will run in the evenings of Oct. 12-13, 19-21, 26-28, and 30. All proceeds benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) of Beaufort County. Some of Beaufort’s oldest residents have shared stories from their childhood and the Exchange Club of Beaufort brings these stories to life each October. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made online at www.capabeaufort.org or by calling 843-52-GHOST. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'September 20th-26th events around Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'september-20th-26th-events-around-beaufort', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:02:44', '2018-09-26 13:02:44', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37508', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37510, 4, '2018-09-20 09:02:54', '2018-09-20 13:02:54', 'Lowcountry SCORE, in conjunction with the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Hilton Head Island/Bluffton Chamber of Commerce and the United Way of the Lowcountry, will host the 2018 Non-Profit Seminar Series this fall.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nPanelists will include experienced non-profit managers, seasoned board members, and area professionals in revenue generation, grant writing, donor management, capital campaigns, social media, and crowdfunding. The seminar schedule is:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Oct. 18: Effective Grant Writing and Grant Request Evaluation<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Oct. 25: Crowdfunding and Donor Management</li>\r\n 	<li>Nov. 1: Fundraising Using Social Media<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Nov. 8: Foundation Funding and Capital Campaigns<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThese weekly seminars will be held on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bluffton Branch of the Beaufort County Library, 120 Palmetto Way, in the multipurpose room. Registration is required. The charge for each seminar is $15 or $40 for all four seminars. A box lunch will be provided at no additional charge.\r\n\r\nFor more information on this valuable seminar series or to register, go to sclowcountry.score.org and click on “Take a Workshop.”', 'Seminar Series for Non-Profits this fall', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'seminar-series-for-non-profits-this-fall', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:03:23', '2018-09-26 13:03:23', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37510', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37512, 4, '2018-09-20 09:03:41', '2018-09-20 13:03:41', '<b>LWV celebrates National Voter Registration Day</b>\r\n\r\nEvery year millions of Americans find themselves unable to vote because they miss a registration deadline, don’t update their registration, or aren’t sure how to register. The Beaufort chapter of the League of Women Voters wants to help voters avoid that fate.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe purpose of National Voter Registration Day is to make sure everyone has the opportunity to vote. On Tuesday, Sept. 25, many organizations around the country will participate in helping to create broad awareness of voter registration opportunities to reach thousands of voters who may not register otherwise.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe League of Women Voters Beaufort will host a celebration for National Voter Registration Day, Tuesday, Sept. 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Santa Elena History Center, 1501 Bay Street, downtown Beaufort. Volunteers will be on hand to register voters and prepare for the upcoming November elections. All are welcome to come by to learn more about voter registration and enjoy some music, guest speakers, food trucks and fun.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe League of Women Voters Beaufort Area wants to make sure you are able to vote on Nov. 6 by calling upon anyone to register if they are:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Not registered and will be 18 years old by Nov. 6</li>\r\n 	<li>Are already registered but have changed your name</li>\r\n 	<li>Are already registered but have changed your address</li>\r\n 	<li>Are an ex-offender who has completed your sentence, parole and probation</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<b>County election board has vacancy</b>\r\n\r\nThe Board of Voter Registration and Elections of Beaufort County is seeking to fill a vacancy on the board.\r\n\r\nThis member will be responsible for selecting poll workers for precincts in the Bluffton area, in addition to serving the county’s voting population.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nApplicants must be a registered voter in Beaufort County with the ability to become certified by the S.C. State Election Commission within 18 months of appointment by the governor.\r\n\r\nPrevious poll worker experience preferred.\r\n\r\nInterested applicants may contact the Beaufort County Legislative Delegation at 843-255-2260 or send an email to cmaxey@bcgov.net.', 'Political briefs for September 20th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'political-briefs-for-september-20th', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:04:15', '2018-09-26 13:04:15', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37512', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37516, 4, '2018-09-20 09:04:30', '2018-09-20 13:04:30', '[caption id=\"attachment_37519\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"314\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ThunderAndBuddy-e1537967166416.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-37519 \" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ThunderAndBuddy-e1537967166416-1024x670.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"314\" height=\"584\"></a> Thunder and Buddy are ready to evacuate. Photo by Linda Fulton.[/caption]\r\n\r\nAbove: Two horses boarded on Cherokee Farms Road were euphemistically named “Frick &amp; Frack” because you can find them out and about in all kinds of weather, even an impending hurricane. Photo by Ron Callari. To submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high-resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-life-77', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:07:24', '2018-09-26 13:07:24', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37516', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37525, 4, '2018-09-20 09:07:36', '2018-09-20 13:07:36', '<b>Local business to hold grand opening<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nPhoenix Flooring and Design will celebrate its grand opening on Thursday, Sept. 27, from 4 to 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nGuests are welcome to stop in and check out the new store at 14 Savannah Highway in Shell Point Plaza, peruse their selections of furniture and flooring, meet the owners and enjoy complimentary food, beverages and wine, along with prizes, shopping discounts, giveaways and lots more, including a drawing for a special grand prize near the end of the evening.\r\n\r\nThere will also be a ribbon cutting by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce at 4:30 p.m.', 'Business brief for September 20th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'business-brief-for-september-20th', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:07:58', '2018-09-26 13:07:58', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37525', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37527, 4, '2018-09-20 09:09:34', '2018-09-20 13:09:34', 'The University of South Carolina Beaufort Campus’ Center for the Arts in Beaufort will hang abstract artwork through Oct. 12. The art exhibition includes works by 25 women from 12 different states who have organized an extensive abstract art exhibition called “Inside Out: Expressing Our Inner Voices.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Annette Crosby, from left, Nancy Perry, Betty Peery and Penny Beesley celebrate their abstract art at the “Inside Out” opening reception Sept. 6 at the University of South Carolina Beaufort Campus’ Center for the Arts.</em>', '“Inside Out: Expressing Our Inner Voices” runs through Oct. 12', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'inside-out-expressing-our-inner-voices-runs-through-oct-12', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:14:02', '2018-09-26 13:14:02', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37527', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37531, 4, '2018-09-20 09:11:11', '2018-09-20 13:11:11', '<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><i>Area football teams return to action after unexpected week off</i></h3>\r\nAfter a week without high school football, the Friday night lights will return to the Lowcountry this week.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe threat of Hurricane Florence caused the cancellation of two games involving area teams last week, as Beaufort High’s trip to Valdosta (Ga.) was postponed and Beaufort Academy’s home game against Holly Hill Academy was canceled.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBHS will make up its game at Valdosta on Sept. 28, while BA’s game will not be rescheduled after the S.C. Independent Schools Association determined it will not extend the regular season and will determine playoff seeding based on teams’ region records regardless of any games that were not played.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe S.C. High School League’s Executive Committee met via conference call Tuesday morning and voted unanimously to extend its regular season by one week, allowing teams to make up games that were postponed last week either during a mutual bye week or during the week of Oct. 29-Nov. 2.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the football playoffs for all classifications will now begin on Nov. 9, and the state championships will now be scheduled for Dec. 7-8.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThese changes did not affect Battery Creek or Whale Branch, both of whom had open dates on their schedule last week.\r\n\r\nAll four area teams return to action this Friday, but only Battery Creek is at home. The Dolphins will host Wade Hampton to open region play. Beaufort High travels to Blythewood, Whale Branch visits Philip Simmons, and Beaufort Academy travels to Faith/Ridge Christian for a region matchup.\r\n\r\n<em>Photo at top&nbsp;by Andrea Fabian.</em>', 'BACK ON THE FIELD', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'back-on-the-field', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:12:38', '2018-09-26 13:12:38', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37531', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37534, 4, '2018-09-20 09:11:21', '2018-09-20 13:11:21', 'The City of Beaufort has hired Matt St. Clair to the position of Director of Public Projects &amp; Facilities/Military Liaison.\r\n\r\nSt. Clair recently retired from the U.S. Marine Corps with the rank of Colonel after serving with honor for nearly 30 years. His last assignment was as Chief of Staff, USMC Recruit Depot, Eastern Recruiting Region, Parris Island.\r\n\r\n“Matt is an operation expert and performance-based leader with a proven record of building teams, developing employees, managing resources, and improving processes,” City Manager Bill Prokop said. “He will be overseeing the development of a long-term planning for public projects and facilities.\r\n\r\nSt. Clair replaces Neal Pugliese, who will remain engaged with the city and continue to work closely with St. Clair and Prokop on drainage improvement projects and other projects as needed.\r\n\r\n“We are very pleased to have someone with Matt’s background and expertise join our team,” Prokop said.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Retired Marine St. Clair named to city post', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'retired-marine-st-clair-named-to-city-post', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:11:44', '2018-09-26 13:11:44', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37534', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37536, 4, '2018-09-20 09:11:50', '2018-09-20 13:11:50', '<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Walk-facts.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright  wp-image-37537\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Walk-facts.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"373\" height=\"389\"></a>Join the second annual Beaufort Walk for Water at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Live Oaks Park in Port Royal. The Walk for Water promotes awareness of the global water crisis while raising funds to provide sustainable safe water around the world. The fundraising goal for this year’s event is $45,000. All donations benefit Water Mission, a nonprofit Christian engineering organization that builds safe water solutions in developing countries and disaster areas. To sign up for the walk or to make a donation, visit events.watermissions.org/beaufort18 or call 843-769-7395. The event is open to people of all ages and is dog-friendly.\r\n\r\nOn-site registrations open at 8 a.m., opening ceremonies take place at 8.30 a.m., and the walk starts at 9 a.m.\r\n\r\nAfter the opening ceremonies, every participant will be provided an empty bucket and begin to walk the approximately three-mile route. Halfway through the route, walkers fill their bucket with raw water and carry it the rest of the way back to the park to symbolize the walk that millions of women and children make every single day to collect what is often unsafe drinking water.\r\n\r\n“At our inaugural walk last year, we were blown away by Beaufort rising to the challenge and fundraising over $26,000 to benefit Water Mission,” said Jeneane Ryan, chair of the Beaufort Walk for Water committee. “This year we are asking people to rally friends, neighborhood groups, clubs, churches and sports teams to challenge each other to raise $45,000 to help people less fortunate in our world to get access to safe water; something we easily take for granted.”\r\n\r\nPluff Mudd will entertain walkers with live jazz music starting at 8 a.m., while Capitol Coffee hands out coffee to the walkers and Beaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority provides free water. Murphy\'s Pucker-Up will bring the Lemon-Aid stand and sell its homemade lemonade with proceeds going to help end the global water crisis.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFor more information about Beaufort Walk for Water, visit events.watermissions.org/beaufort18, follow&nbsp;the group on Facebook and Instagram @BeaufortWalkForWater, or call 843-769-7395. Sponsorship enquiries may be directed to Robert Lasher at 843-906-8118.', 'Beaufort Walk for Water to impact lives around the world', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-walk-for-water-to-impact-lives-around-the-world', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:13:04', '2018-09-26 13:13:04', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37536', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37539, 4, '2018-09-20 09:13:10', '2018-09-20 13:13:10', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Lowcountry spared as hurricane ravages N.C. coast</h2>\r\nIt was touch-and-go for a few days, but Beaufort fortunately was spared the effects of Hurricane Florence.\r\n\r\nThe unpredictable nature of the storm caused Gov. Henry McMaster to issue an evacuation order for Beaufort County on Monday, Sept. 10, which he rescinded less than 24 hours later. Many residents still cleared out, concerned that some forecast models predicted a southern swing as the system approached the coast.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nFor those who stayed, it made for a quiet, if tense, few days. Many locals made their preparations then enjoyed time on the suddenly less-crowded beaches or took to Hunting Island State Park for unusually favorable surfing conditions.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37541\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"478\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Thibault-Gallery-photo-by-Jayne-Violette.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37541\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Thibault-Gallery-photo-by-Jayne-Violette-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"478\" height=\"426\"></a> Windows of the Thibault Gallery were boarded up in preparation for Hurricane Florence. Photo by Jayne Violette.[/caption]\r\n\r\nSchools and government offices were closed until Monday, Sept. 17, and many businesses boarded up, especially along the downtown waterfront, in expectation for the worst.\r\n\r\nThe worst never came to the Lowcountry, thankfully, but Florence battered the North Carolina coast and dumped massive amounts of rain in the northeastern part of South Carolina, causing extensive flooding.\r\n\r\n“I am very proud of how our city and county organized and responded to the seemingly ever-changing unpredictable hurricane, tropical storm, tropical depression as she slowly and erratically made landfall in North Carolina and then the northeastern part of the state known as the Pee Dee,” Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling said in his email newsletter. “We are fortunate, but others are not so lucky. Our hearts and whatever help we can provide should be extended.”\r\n\r\nWhile some were critical of Gov. McMaster’s early evacuation order, Keyserling lauded the governor for his handling of the situation, and he extended that praise to county officials, who have now had to oversee evacuation proceedings in three consecutive years.\r\n\r\n“Based on three experiences working with Beaufort County, I believe the performance of the emergency management team has improved exponentially,” Keyserling said. “Through engaging with the public with regular news conferences and the use of technology, the citizens of Beaufort County were more informed than any time I can remember. I sat in the room over periods of time witnessing local officials and professionals at their best, making tough calls.”\r\n\r\n<em>Photo at top:&nbsp;Hurricanes always create spectacular beauty when they are far away. Here, Blanche Sullivan, left, of Beaufort, and Lisa Giffin of Summerville watch and photograph an incredible sunset Friday, Sept, 14, near the Broad River boat landing. About two dozen people came out to watch the colorful event. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>', 'So Long, Florence', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'so-long-florence', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:15:28', '2018-09-26 13:15:28', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37539', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37547, 4, '2018-09-13 09:24:03', '2018-09-13 13:24:03', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><i>Promoted Burton Captain deflects attention to children he’s trying to save</i></h2>\r\nBurton Fire District Captain Bobby Davidson was promoted to his current rank during a ceremony last week that was attended by coworkers, family, and friends, but the newly promoted fire officer’s thoughts were not only with his new responsibility for lives in Beaufort County, but the lives of his children abroad. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nDavidson, an Air Force combat veteran, has been a Burton firefighter for a decade now and has progressed through the ranks with the respect, support, and admiration of his chief and peers. His involvement within the department, which includes being the unofficial department chaplain, and his work in the local community, has twice earned him department honors. In 2010, Davidson was selected as Burton’s Firefighter of the Year by the department, and again in 2015, he was selected as the Fire Officer of the Year. While Davidson goes above and beyond for his firefighters and community here in South Carolina, his thoughts and efforts are abroad with the children he also fights to save every day. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nDavidson, and his wife, Kelly, started a local mission here in Beaufort called the Asaph Project, whose goal is “saving lives, one child at a time.” While on a church mission to South Sudan, Africa, Davidson witnessed such suffering and death in a town called Kibera that he called his wife and told her, “People are dying everywhere.” The lifesaving and action-orientated firefighter in Davidson came out and the Davidsons started their local mission here to save the children of Kibera. Davidson and his wife work through a pastor and church in Kibera that houses the homeless and cares for children whose parents have left in search of work.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Davidsons have funded their own travels to Kibera more than a dozen times, bringing donations and help to the local population. During the first year of their mission six children died of malnutrition, and after four years later it has been more than 2 1/2 years since a malnourished child has died. Additionally, several homeless teens are now in school and self-sufficient. Davidson recalls a Kibera mission worker that was near death after a motor vehicle accident and receiving substandard medical care. The Davidsons’ mission paid for that worker’s medical evacuation and for proper medical attention, and the worker made a slow, but successful, recovery. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n“To have such a person and family in our department, who sacrifices so much to save lives here, to then to give of themselves with the awesome challenge of saving lives in another country thousands of miles away, is truly humbling for me,” said Burton Fire Chief Harry Rountree. “There are children alive in Kibera today, and lives made better today, because of Bobby and his family. Our profession is a family calling, and thankfully, the Davidsons answered.” <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Davidsons’ son, Chase, is also a Burton firefighter. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAccording to the Davidsons, $1 equals a day’s pay for the citizens of Kibera, and even small donations can go a long way in making a difference in the lives of the children there. Those wishing to donate to the Davidsons’ mission can do so by visiting any local Regions Bank and donating to the Asaph Project, or visit their Facebook page, “Hope for Kibera Kids,” for more information and a PayPal link.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBurton Lieutenant Alex Murray, a Marine Corps veteran himself who has worked with Captain Davidson since they were both firefighters together, said, “He served in his country, and I have seen him give so much to the people here in Beaufort County, up to and including risking his life. The least we can do is try and support his efforts to save the children of Kibera.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<em>Photo at top:&nbsp;Captain Davidson with children in Africa.</em>', 'Service before Self', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'service-before-self', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:26:58', '2018-09-26 13:26:58', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37547', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37548, 4, '2018-09-13 09:25:45', '2018-09-13 13:25:45', '<b>New featured exhibit coming to BAA Gallery</b>\r\n\r\n“Blending Digital Art with Photography” is the title of an exhibit featuring artist Gordon Fritz at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery from Sept. 2 through Oct. 28. An open house and reception will be held at the Gallery on Friday, Sept. 7, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and the public is invited.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA adds additional CPR training dates<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal will offer three more CPR classes for community members this year. The remaining courses will be held on two Saturdays — Sept. 8 and Oct. 13 — from 8 a.m. to noon.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nCost is $30 for this YMCA-certified course, and those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact aquatics director Lou Bergen at 843-522-9622 to register or visit beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>September activities&nbsp;</b><b>at Hunting Island</b>\r\n\r\nThere are fun, interesting and educational activities every day hosted by Park Ranger and Lowcountry Master Naturalist Megan Stegmeier.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Mondays: Secrets of the Salt Marsh, 4 p.m.; Full Moon Lighthouse Climb, 7 p.m., Sept. 24</li>\r\n 	<li>Tuesdays: Sea Turtle Tracks, 10:30 a.m.; CCC Video, 1 p.m.; Beach Walks, 3 p.m.</li>\r\n 	<li>Wednesdays: Reptile Talk, 11 a.m.; Lighthouse Tour, 10 a.m., Sept. 26</li>\r\n 	<li>Thursdays: CCC Video, 1 p.m.; Feeding Frenzy, 3 p.m.; Lighthouse Tour, 10 a.m., Sept. 13</li>\r\n 	<li>Fridays: Stepping Stones, 1 p.m., Sept. 7, 21, 28</li>\r\n 	<li>Saturdays: Tie Dye, noon; Creatures of the Night, 2:30 p.m., Sept. 1 and 15</li>\r\n 	<li>Sundays: Alligator Talk, noon</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFor a description of these programs and a complete calendar of activities, go to southcarolinaparks.com/hunting-island and click on “Programs &amp; Events.”\r\n\r\nAll are invited to attend these free events, though there is an entry fee to Hunting Island State Park and reservations are needed for lighthouse programs.\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-838-7437 or go to the Friends of Hunting Island website and the Facebook page: FOHI Sea Turtle Conservation Project.\r\n\r\n<b>Sportfishing and Diving Club meets Sept. 13</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club’s September meeting will be held Thursday, Sept. 13, at the Beaufort Yacht Club on Lady’s Island off Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 p.m. with the meeting at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nThe club will host retired Waddell Mariculture Center manager Al Stokes and introduce new manager Erin Levesque. Al and Erin will help us understand how the changes at WMC will impact such areas as: stocking; the Friends of Waddell; the SC Department of Natural Resources; the future role with Beaufort County fishermen; water quality initiatives; engagement with civic organizations; tour and educational programs; the intern program; renovations; turtle and dolphin rescue efforts; and, many other areas that Al has overseen as SCDNR’s ambassador. The meeting will also give members an opportunity to provide Erin with ideas and input to make the transition easier.\r\n\r\nGuests are welcome, and you do not need a reservation. For additional information contact Captain Frank Gibson at (843)-522-2122 email fgibson@islc.net.\r\n\r\n<b>Marine Corps League to host golf tournament</b>\r\n\r\nThe Yellow Footprints Detachment #1154 of the Marine Corps League is holding its ninth annual Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, Sept. 15, at 9 a.m. at the Ocean Point Golf Links at Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort.\r\n\r\nThe fundraiser raises money for annual scholarship awards and the Marine and Sailor Family Outreach program.\r\n\r\nLocal businesses and/or individuals are encouraged to sponsor holes for this fundraiser.\r\n\r\nGolfers interested in playing can contact Ron West at 843-707-7866 or at RonUSMC1280@me.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Bring in expired coupons to help soldiers</b>\r\n\r\nDid you know that manufacturer\'s coupons that have expired in the U.S. can still be used by overseas military members? Drop by the Beaufort Branch Library on Sorting Day — Friday, Sept. 21, between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. — to help clip, sort, and bag coupons to prepare for shipping or drop off your unused coupons. Bring in your Smart Source, P&amp;G, and RMN manufacturer\'s coupons any time. Coupons can be up to two months expired. No store-specific or internet coupons, please.&nbsp;Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort.\r\n\r\nFree. For more information, call 843-255-6458 or visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe.\r\n\r\n<b>Tour Fort Fremont<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>on St. Helena Island</b>\r\n\r\nTravel back in time to the 1890’s and the Spanish American War at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22 at the St. Helena Branch Beaufort County Public Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Road, St. Helena Island.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nView a short documentary and scale model of Fort Fremont as it stood in 1898 and travel to Fort Fremont for a guided walking tour of the fortifications. Tour lasts approximately two hours. No reservations are necessary. Free and open to the public. For more information call the St. Helena Library at 843-255-6487 or visit fortfremont.org.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA to hold Lunch &amp; learn seminar for seniors</b>\r\n\r\nSenior adults, live your best, healthy life! The Wardle Family YMCA will hold a lunch &amp; learn seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 25 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Topics include chronic disease prevention through exercise, senior nutrition, fall prevention and how to get started. The seminar will be led by Y Wellness Director Denice Fanning and her healthy aging team. Free and open to the public, but participants must register at the YMCA front desk: 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal, or call 843-522-9622 by Sept. 24. beaufort-jasperymca.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Join the Great American Read program discussion</b>\r\n\r\nInspired by the Great American Read campaign sponsored by PBS, come to the library to join in a friendly discussion about The Great American Read program and join the search for America\'s best-loved novel. Did your book make it to the list of Top 100? Or was there a book that made a list that you think shouldn\'t have? Wednesday, Sept. 26, 5:30 p.m., Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort. Visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Learn how to clip coupons from a pro</b>\r\n\r\nJoin us for an in-depth look at everything you can do to save money couponing. Hosted by Jenny Martin, author of SouthernSavers.com, attendees will learn how to cut their grocery and household purchases by at least 50 percent, if not more. Registration encouraged but not required. Please call 843-255-6458 or stop by the Reference Desk to register.&nbsp; Saturday, Sept. 29, 5:30 p.m., Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St., Beaufort. Visit beaufortcountylibrary.org/subscribe for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Royal Pines to host Arts and Crafts and Yard Sale</b>\r\n\r\nRoyal Pines will hold a Community Arts and Crafts and Yard Sale event on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 8-11 a.m. Rain date is Saturday, Oct. 6. The sale is being held on Royal Pines Blvd., Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\n<b>Pumpkin patch<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>returns this month</b>\r\n\r\nThe pumpkins are coming back to Carteret Street United Methodist Church on Sunday, Sept. 30 at 12:30 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help unload the truck. Everyone is invited to be part of this exciting time. Pizza will be served after we have unloaded.\r\n\r\nThe patch will be open Monday–Saturday during the month of October from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Sunday from noon-6 p.m. The money raised is used for youth ministries.\r\n\r\n<b>Exchange Club hosts 26th annual Ghost Tours</b>\r\n\r\nGhostly spirits are expected to take over downtown Beaufort while the Exchange Club hosts its 26th annual Ghost Tours beginning Friday, Oct. 12. Sign up now to take a carriage ride or walking tour through Beaufort’s Historic District while listening to haunting tales of the area. Tours last about an hour and will run in the evenings of Oct. 12-13, 19-21, 26-28, and 30. All proceeds benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) of Beaufort County.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSome of Beaufort’s oldest residents have shared stories from their childhood and the Exchange Club of Beaufort brings these stories to life each October. Costumed storytellers spellbind tour participants with the ghostly happenings while traveling the Spanish moss-lined streets of downtown. The oldest ghost in America is said to live in “The Castle,” a 19th century renovated estate located on the river in downtown Beaufort. Beware, ghostly visions have been known to appear on past tours. Walking tour tickets are $12 for all ages and carriage tours are $12 for children ages 3-11 and $22 for adults. All children must be accompanied by an adult. A pet- and stroller-friendly walking tour leaves each night at 7 p.m.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nReservations are strongly recommended and can be made online at www.capabeaufort.org or by calling 843-52-GHOST. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Carteret Street UMC Fall Bazaar coming Oct. 13</b>\r\n\r\nCarteret Street United Methodist Church will hold its Fall Bazaar on October 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come out to visit the pumpkin patch and check out a selection of good “junque,” toys, books, tools, the garden shop, handicrafts, a silent auction, and more. 408 Carteret Street, Beaufort.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Food Truck Festival returning to Town Center</b>\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Jaycees will host the second annual Beaufort Food Truck Festival to raise money for Camp Hope on October 13 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Beaufort Town Center.\r\n\r\n<b>Auldbrass Plantation Tour tickets on sale</b>\r\n\r\nFrank Lloyd Wright’s only home in the South Carolina Lowcountry, Auldbrass, is now on tour every year.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>The privately-owned home was previously only open for public tours every two years, but that’s changed. The Beaufort County Open Land Trust has teamed up with local event planner Ashley Rhodes to host the Auldbrass Plantation Tours annually. The 2018 tours will be held Friday, Nov. 9; Saturday, Nov. 10; and Sunday, Nov. 11; with daily tours from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $175 per person and are being sold through EventBrite.com under “Auldbrass Tours 2018.” Proceeds from the tour benefit the Beaufort County Open Land Trust.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'September 13th-19th events around Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'september-13th-19th-events-around-beaufort', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:26:43', '2018-09-26 13:26:43', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37548', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37551, 4, '2018-09-13 09:26:52', '2018-09-13 13:26:52', 'Last fall’s inaugural Lowcountry Book Club Convention was an informative, empowering day of fellowship among more than 100 readers and writers. The Pat Conroy Literary Center will host a second annual convention on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Technical College of the Lowcountry’s MacLean Hall (104 Reynolds St, Bldg 12) in Beaufort.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe event is free and open to the public, sponsored in part by grants from South Carolina Humanities and a gift from the Pulpwood Queens Book Club, and presented in partnership with TCL.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nOpen to any local book club members — or any reader interested in joining a book club — the Lowcountry Book Club Convention is a day of lively discussions presented as an opportunity to deepen our appreciation for active engagement with the written word and with the stories that shape our lives. Interested attendees are encouraged to register in advance at https://lowcountrybookclubconvention2018.bpt.me.\r\n\r\nKeynoting this year’s Convention will be Annie Spence, acclaimed author of “<i>Dear Fahrenheit 451: Love and Heartbreak in the Stacks,</i>” in conversation with fellow librarian James E. McTeer II, author of the Lowcountry novel “<i>Minnow</i>.” Spence’s heartwarming and hilarious “<i>Dear Fahrenheit 451</i>” is written as a librarian’s love letters and break-up notes to the books in her life. In starred reviews, <i>Library Journal</i> praised the book as. “Perfect for any bibliophile and terrifically funny” and, in the spirit of the book, Booklist wrote, “<i>Dear Dear Fahrenheit 451, </i>thanks for the lovely reminder of the ways we find ourselves in books.”\r\n\r\nThe convention will also feature a “Read Like a Writer” workshop led by author and educator Kasie Whitener, a book club idea exchange moderated by <i>Lowcountry Weekly </i>publisher and columnist Margaret Evans, and a panel discussion among novelists Natasha Boyd, Cassandra King Conroy, CJ Lyons, Ellen Malphrus, James E. McTeer II, and Signe Pike about what it means from the authors’ perspectives to have their work discussed by book club readers.\r\n\r\nBook signings will follow the keynote conversation and the novelists panel, with books available for sale at the convention through the Beaufort Bookstore. Lunch will be available for purchase onsite at the Time to Eat food truck.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>LOWCOUNTRY BOOK CLUB CONVENTION<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;\r\n</span></b><b>SCHEDULE OF EVENTS, Oct. 6</b></p>\r\n<b>10–11 a.m. Read Like a Writer, presented by Kasie Whitener, sponsored by South Carolina Humanities</b>\r\n\r\nReading like a writer means seeking to understanding the writer\'s intentions and learning to appreciate the choices writers can make in characters, scenes, and plot. This workshop is for book club members looking for fresh activities to enliven their discussions and for ambitious readers wanting to take a new journey in reading.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Keynote Conversation with Annie Spence (<i>Dear Fahrenheit 451</i>) and James E. McTeer II (<i>Minnow</i>), sponsored by South Carolina Humanities</b>\r\n\r\nLibrarians and writers Spence and McTeer will discuss Spence\'s debut book, a comic collection of love letters and break-up notes to the iconic and eclectic books in her reading life, as a means of better understanding our connections to literature and to our communities of fellow readers.\r\n\r\n<b>12:30–1:50 p.m. Time to Eat</b>\r\n\r\nLunch will be available for purchase on site through the Time to Eat food truck. This is also your chance to meet and mingle with fellow participants, and to get books signed by Annie Spence and James E. McTeer II.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>2–2:50 p.m. Book Club Idea Exchange, moderated by Margaret Evans</b>\r\n\r\nIt\'s audience participation time! Bring your recommendations for books, approaches to book selection, and discussion formats.\r\n\r\n<b>3–4 p.m. Fiction Writers Panel Discussion, moderated by Ellen Malphrus (<i>Untying the Moon</i>) | Featuring Cassandra King Conroy (<i>Moonrise, The Sunday Wife</i>), Natasha Boyd (<i>The Indigo Girl, Eversea</i>), CJ Lyons (the Lucy Guardino series, Renegade Justice series, Hart &amp; Drake series, Fatal Insomnia series, and more), Signe Pike (<i>The Lost Queen</i>), and James E. McTeer II (<i>Minnow</i>).</b>\r\n\r\nLet\'s talk to our panel of fiction writers representing a variety of genres and ranging from debut novelists to award winners and <i>New York Times</i> best-sellers about their writing and reading lives and what it means to them to have their literary work embraced by book clubs.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>4–4:30 p.m. Book Signing with our Panelists</b>\r\n\r\nBooks will be available for sale in the lobby through the Beaufort Bookstore.', 'Conroy Center Hosts Second Annual  Lowcountry Book Club Convention', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'conroy-center-hosts-second-annual-lowcountry-book-club-convention', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:27:35', '2018-09-26 13:27:35', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37551', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(37554, 4, '2018-09-13 09:27:43', '2018-09-13 13:27:43', '“The Met: Live in HD,” the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live high-definition cinema simulcasts, will begin its 13th season on Oct. 6, with the grand production of Verdi’s<i> Aida</i>, starring one of the world’s most acclaimed sopranos, Anna Netrebko. Once again, the entire series will be broadcast live at Beaufort’s USCB Center for the Arts at 801 Carteret St.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe season features 10 transmissions, including four new productions: <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Oct 20: Saint-Saen’s <i>Samson et Dalila</i>, directed by Darko Tresnjak and conducted by Sir Mark Elder with Elina Garanca and Roberto Alagna in the title roles <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Oct 27: Puccini’s<i> La Fanciulla del West (The Girl of the Golden West), </i>with Eva-Maria Westbroek as Minnie and Jonas Kaufman as Dick Johnson <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Nov 10: The U.S. premiere of Nico Muhly’s <i>Marnie</i>, based on Winston Graham’s suspenseful thriller, with Isabel Leonard as the title character<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Dec 15: Verdi’s classic <i>La Traviata, </i>with Diana Damrau, Juan Diego Florez and Quinn Kelsey<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe second half of the series begins on Jan. 12, 2019 with Cilea’s <i>Adriana Lecouvreur, </i>featuring<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>Anna Netrebro in the title role. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAdditional installments include:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Feb 2: Bizet’s <i>Carmen, </i>starring Clementine Margaine as the alluring gypsy, opposite Roberto Alagna as Don Jose <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Mar 2: Donizetti’s <i>La Fille du Regiment, </i>co-starring Pretty Yende and Javier Camarena as Marie and Tonio<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>Mar 30: the most popular of Wagner’s four epic Ring operas, Die Walkure, featuring Christine Goerke as Brunnhilde <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></li>\r\n 	<li>May 11: Poulenc’s 20th-century masterpiece, <i>Dialogues des Carmelites </i>for the first time in cinemas, conducted by Yannick Nezet-Seguin</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nAll seats are general admission. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for OLLI members, and $10 for students. Order online at www.centerforthearts.com or by calling 843-521-4145. All transmissions will begin at 12:55 PM, except Die Walkure and Dialogues des Carmelites, which will start at noon. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', '‘The Met’ returns to Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'the-met-returns-to-beaufort', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:28:09', '2018-09-26 13:28:09', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37554', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37555, 4, '2018-09-13 09:27:45', '2018-09-13 13:27:45', '<h3>Korean War Veterans Association needs your help</h3>\r\nThere is a national effort afoot to raise funds to have the names of the more than 37,000 Americans killed-in-action (KIA) in the Korean War engraved in a Wall of Remembrance in Washington, D.C.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina had 551 KIA, and Beaufort had nine, one of which was awarded the Silver Star. Our goal for S.C.’s 551 KIAs is $200,000. We have raised more than $$98,000 thus far. My appeal is for the residents of Beaufort to contribute $3,150 to have the names of Beaufort’s nine KIAs engraved on the wall. We are asking each county to raise the money for their KIAs. It is way past time we honored the heroes that sacrificed their lives in that long ago and forgotten war.\r\n\r\nMake checks payable to: KWVA Foothills Chapter #301. In the “for” area write “WOR.” Mail to: KWVA Foothills Chapter #301, PO Box 6903, Greenville, SC 29606. Contact Lewis Vaughn (864) 848-0368 or lvaughn1146@gmail.com. I will be glad to provide any information requested. Donations are tax deductible. We are a 501(c)(19) organization.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b>Lewis Vaughn, SC State Senator, Ret.\r\n</b><b>Past National Director (2015 - 2018)\r\n</b><b>Korean War Veterans Association (KWVA)</b></p>', 'Letter to the Editor - September 13th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'letter-to-the-editor-september-13th', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:30:14', '2018-09-26 13:30:14', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37555', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37557, 4, '2018-09-13 09:28:34', '2018-09-13 13:28:34', 'Ghostly spirits are expected to take over downtown Beaufort while the Exchange Club hosts its 26th annual Ghost Tours beginning Friday, Oct. 12. Sign up now to take a carriage ride or walking tour through Beaufort’s Historic District while listening to haunting tales of the area. Tours last about an hour and will run in the evenings of Oct. 12-13, 19-21, 26-28, and 30. All proceeds benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) of Beaufort County.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nSome of Beaufort’s oldest residents have shared stories from their childhood and the Exchange Club of Beaufort brings these stories to life each October. Costumed storytellers spellbind tour participants with the ghostly happenings while traveling the Spanish moss-lined streets of downtown. The oldest ghost in America is said to live in “The Castle,” a 19th century renovated estate located on the river in downtown Beaufort. Beware, ghostly visions have been known to appear on past tours. Walking tour tickets are $12 for all ages and carriage tours are $12 for children ages 3-11 and $22 for adults. All children must be accompanied by an adult. A pet- and stroller-friendly walking tour leaves each night at 7 p.m.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nReservations are strongly recommended and can be made online at www.capabeaufort.org or by calling 843-52-GHOST. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Exchange Club to host 26th annual Beaufort Ghost Tours', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'exchange-club-to-host-26th-annual-beaufort-ghost-tours', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:31:36', '2018-09-26 13:31:36', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37557', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37559, 4, '2018-09-13 09:28:40', '2018-09-13 13:28:40', 'The History of Tomato Farming in Beaufort County is the first in the Fall Dinner &amp; a Lecture Series sponsored by Historic Beaufort Foundation at the Verdier House, 801 Bay Street. Scheduled for Monday, Sept. 17, from 5:30-7 p.m., the program will feature historic photos and a lecture about farming traditions by Melba Thomas, longtime Beaufortonian.\r\n\r\nTomato farming still supports Beaufort County’s economy today just as it did in the early 20th century, when the Gus Sanders family first began growing tomatoes and other truck crops on St. Helena Island and were later joined by other farm families — the Trasks, the Lipmans, the Dempseys and others. St. Helena Island has a history rich in agriculture since the climate borders on temperate to tropical. Crops that have been grown on St. Helena include citrus, figs, pomegranates, peaches, strawberries, corn, apples, wheat, sugarcane, flax, potatoes, watermelons, tomatoes, cucumbers, and other vegetables. This unique geographic zone provides weather that is very conducive to growing high-quality tomatoes during two distinct seasons. Our farms are near sea level and enjoy late first frosts, early spring warming, and cooler summer temperatures than inland growing areas.\r\n\r\nThomas, who works with the Sanders family at its MacDonald Marketplace in Frogmore, will share stories about and agricultural customs that enabled the Sanders family to now successfully produce between 15 and 20 million pounds of tomatoes a year.\r\n\r\nOther programs in the fall series are “Charleston Architect Albert Simons: A Lowcounty Visionary,” on Oct. 22 and “A New Plantation World: Sporting Estates in the South Carolina Lowcountry from 1900-1940” on Nov. 12.\r\n\r\nDinner &amp; A Lecture is a monthly educational series held from September through May and sponsored by Historic Beaufort Foundation. Reservations are necessary as seating is limited. A wine and hors d’oeuvre reception begins at 5:30 and the program is from 6-7 p.m. Admission for members is $15/$25 per member/couple. Non-member admission is$20/$30 per person/couple. Call 843-379-3331 to make reservations. Reservations for Saltus River Grill’s special for lecture ticket-holders may be made by calling Saltus at 843-379-3474.', 'Verdier House lecture to focus on tomato farming', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'verdier-house-lecture-to-focus-on-tomato-farming', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:28:54', '2018-09-26 13:28:54', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37559', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37561, 4, '2018-09-13 09:30:45', '2018-09-13 13:30:45', '<h4>By Celia Strong</h4>\r\nOne of the interesting things about different wines is the reputation that comes with them. For example, if we bring up a Cabernet and say it’s from Napa Valley, its reputation and the impression we get of it is set right away. Napa Valley is known for making great Cabernet wines. Same thing if we say something about a Malbec from Argentina. The wine, including where it comes from, gives us expectations and a mindset. (Otherwise, there’d be no reason to worry about where any wine came from!) Suppose, though, we started mixing grapes and sources that aren’t usually joined together, like Cabernet and Argentina.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nOpen doors can be dangerous, but fun — and fulfilling. For years now, Chile has had a reputation for great Cabernet wines. Optimal soil, climate and elevation, and similar to Argentina’s conditions. But, as the Argentine wine industry has grown, so has its curiosity with other varieties and the skills and knowledge to make them. Now that their Malbec wines are accepted, and cherished, around the world, maybe their Cabernets can be their next big red.\r\n\r\nAll the vineyard conditions that work so well for Malbec also work for Cabernet. Remember, both varieties lived and prospered together in Bordeaux. Cabernet grown in Argentina ripens well and delivers great varietal character. These wines have power and elegance and unique qualities from where the grapes are grown — Cafayate in the north where they are leaner, intense and minerally, aromatic and pure fruit bombs; Patagonia in the south where Cabernet wines develop red fruit flavors, an earthiness and nuttiness; and Lujan de Cuyo and the Uco Valley in Mendoza where sun-baked days and cold nights give them intense black currant and ripe red fruits, juicy mouth textures and great aging potential. It seems obvious that Argentine Cabernets are going to prove to be as good as their Malbec cousins. World class wines!<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nErnesto Catena is a fourth-generation winemaker. His uncle, Nicolas, was one of the first and most innovative Malbec producers. Before going into the wine industry, Ernesto was a designer and student of Renaissance humanism. He views his vineyards as sculptures and milieus for artists to create and commune with nature., much the same way the Incas and Mayans designed their cities to be enjoyed by their Gods and let them live with harmony in their world. Ernesto is called “poeta del vino.”\r\n\r\nBodega Siesta en El Tahuan is one tier of Ernesto’s wines. Siesta Cabernet is a single vineyard wine from the Vista Flores vineyard in the Uco Valley in Mendoza. This vineyard is 3,281 feet above sea level. The grapes are harvested at the end of April and cold macerated before fermentation for about 25 days. The wine is aged in oak for 14 months and is 80 percent French and 20 percent American. The barrels are 70 percent new, first-time use and 30 percent second- and third-time use. Only about 3,000 cases — six bottle cases — are made each year. This wine has intense red hues with slight hints of purple in its rim. Its aromas and flavors are black and red fruit (blackberries, black cherries, red cherries, dark plums, black currants) as well as cinnamon, vanilla, cocoa powder, espresso, licorice, red peppers and green olives. An extremely complex wine with an unctuous texture. Juicy, fresh, intense and lingering. While it does have its own Argentine style, this wine can compete with Napa Cabernets at much higher prices — another reason to try Argentina’s upcoming star. Because they are not as well-known, they are still reasonably priced at $30.99. Enjoy. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<i>Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.</i>', 'A World Class Surprise', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'a-world-class-surprise', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:30:54', '2018-09-26 13:30:54', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37561', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37563, 4, '2018-09-13 09:30:20', '2018-09-13 13:30:20', '<b>Marsh Road Project Update<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nDue to unfavorable tide conditions predicted this week, repair work on Marsh Road will pause. The County expects work to resume Saturday, Sept. 15, pending weather conditions. An update will be provided later this week.\r\n\r\nAs a matter of public safety, Beaufort County Public Works crews need to repair and improve the stormwater drainage system that runs under the Beaufort County Government Robert Smalls Complex parking lot and Marsh Road. The road will be closed to motorists and pedestrians weekdays from its intersection with Boundary Street to where the road forks at the County Administration Building parking lot. Motorists should use Duke Street (at Ribaut Road) as a detour route. The project is expected to last until early to mid-October.\r\n\r\n<b>Farmers and Forestland Owners encouraged to apply for assistance<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b>\r\n\r\nDistrict Conservationist Brandon King announced that applications to apply for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) are now being accepted for fiscal year 2019.\r\n\r\nNRCS provides financial and technical assistance to help landowners address natural resource concerns, promote environmental quality, and protect wildlife habitat on property they own or lease. EQIP helps farmers improve production while protecting environmental quality through practices such as Livestock rotational grazing, irrigation conversion, prescribed burning, and forest re-establishment just to name a few.\r\n\r\nFor more information on how the NRCS can help, contact the Ridgeland USDA Service Center at 843-726-8148, ext. 3. USDA-NRCS is an equal opportunity employer, provider and lender.', 'News briefs for September 13th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'news-briefs-for-september-13th', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:32:13', '2018-09-26 13:32:13', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37563', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37565, 4, '2018-09-13 09:30:58', '2018-09-13 13:30:58', '<h4>By Lee Scott</h4>\r\nThis time of year reminds me of the fall of 1966, when my older sister, Jacki, left for college. It was a big deal in the household. The oldest child off to college. My parents dropped her off and came back a little somber. It was only when they returned and we all sat down for dinner that my sister’s absence became real. Instead of 10 people at the table, there were only nine. Someone was missing.\r\n\r\nIt seems odd to say that now. When you think of 10 people at a dinner table it sounds like a dinner party. Wouldn’t you think that nine was enough? But I have spoken to other people in large families, who say the same thing when someone leaves. There is a new pattern to get used to and even when the sibling returns for Thanksgiving and Christmas, it is not the same. They will leave again.\r\n\r\nIt was not long after Jacki left that my sister Pat left, then my brother, and then me. Dinners at my parents’ house were much quieter as the younger ones got used to setting the table for six and enjoying more elbow room at the table. Then something inevitable happened, siblings started coming back to the table and bringing more people with them. Spouses were added and then grandchildren. Before long, the crowd outgrew my mother’s Thanksgiving table despite the four leaves she placed in the dining room table. She would set up a long folding table, and the parents of the little ones would be relegated to the “kids’ table.”\r\n\r\nWhen I tell friends I am from a big family there are the usual questions. What was it like with so many siblings? How did you put up with it? Where are you in the lineup? My answers are always the same. First, there was always someone to play with you when you are a middle child. If you got scared during a movie, there was someone willing to snuggle. If you wanted to practice singing songs in front of the mirror, someone was always there to sing along. And when someone was not at the dinner table, it just did not feel right.\r\n\r\nNow, as we get ready to attend the wedding of my niece Kiera, the youngest of the 18 grandchildren and daughter of my baby brother, Tim, I am reminded once more of my parents’ table and that lonely autumn after Jacki left for college. They must have known then that the crowd was ultimately going to get bigger. And although they are not with us anymore, they will be happy to know we have many more tables to fill now.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'The Family Table', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'the-family-table', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:31:42', '2018-09-26 13:31:42', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37565', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37568, 4, '2018-09-13 09:32:15', '2018-09-13 13:32:15', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;After a stellar 3-0 start, the Beaufort High Eagles suffered their first loss Friday, Sept. 7, against non-region opponent Wayne County (Ga.). Here, the team runs through a thick blanket of<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>artificial fog before the start of the game. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Wayne County hands Beaufort High first loss</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High suffered its first loss of the season, as a powerful Wayne County (Ga.) team defeated the Eagles 35-7 on Friday.\r\n\r\nThe Yellow Jackets, led by former Bluffton coach Ken Cribb, led 21-0 after the first quarter.\r\n\r\nJeffrey Smyth hit William Winburn for an 18-yard touchdown pass to cut it to 21-7, but the Yellow Jackets answered with a long touchdown on their next offensive play and added another score for a 35-7 halftime lead.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles (3-1) were scheduled to travel to Valdosta (Ga.) Friday, but that game has been canceled. Beaufort will travel to Blythewood on Sept. 21.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>BA racks up offense<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>in rout of RWA</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy put up huge offensive numbers for a second consecutive game, routing Richard Winn Academy 68-28 on Friday.\r\n\r\nDe’Shaun Epps rushed for 345 yards and six touchdowns, Dawson Coleman was 7-of-10 for 150 yards and four scores, and Edward McCormick had a big night on both sides of the ball to lead the Eagles.\r\n\r\nMcCormick caught two touchdown passes and led the defense with 12 tackles and four sacks. Will Tumlin and Daniel Richards also caught TD passes for BA.\r\n\r\nBA (2-1) was scheduled to host Holly Hill Academy for a region game Friday, but that game will be rescheduled.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n<b>Mulligan, Warriors<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span></b><b>hold off Jaguars</b>\r\n\r\nWhale Branch built an early lead and held off visiting Ridgeland-Hardeeville for a 37-26 win Friday.\r\n\r\nIrvin Mulligan rushed for 126 yards and three touchdowns on nine carries, including two TDs in the second half, to help the Warriors rebound from their first loss last week at May River.\r\n\r\nJadon Grant and C.J. Brown scored rushing touchdowns and Henry Tome booted a field goal to give Whale Branch a 16-0 lead. After a Jaguars score, Mulligan’s first TD of the night made it 23-6 at halftime.\r\n\r\nThe Jaguars twice pulled within 10 in the second half, but Mulligan answered with a touchdown run each time, including a 60-yard burst that made it 37-20 and sealed the win.\r\n\r\nMarion Smalls had three interceptions to go along with seven tackles and two pass break-ups for the Warriors.\r\n\r\nWhale Branch (3-1) has a week off before traveling to Philip Simmons on Sept. 21.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Football Round Up - September 13th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'football-round-up-september-13th', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:36:11', '2018-09-26 13:36:11', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37568', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37569, 4, '2018-09-13 09:32:22', '2018-09-13 13:32:22', 'Monet Lewis, left, grabs some freshly fried chicken wings from Beyonca Major during the annual Lands End Woodland River Festival on Saturday, Sept. 1, on St. Helena Island. Photos by Bob Sofaly.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[Modula id=\'19\']</p>', 'Lands End Woodland River Festival', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lands-end-woodland-river-festival', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:38:08', '2018-09-26 13:38:08', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37569', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37574, 4, '2018-09-13 09:34:34', '2018-09-13 13:34:34', '<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>HS Volleyball</b></p>\r\nBeaufort High volleyball opened region play with a 3-0 (25-13, 25-21, 26-24) win over Bluffton on Thursday, Sept. 6.\r\n\r\nCoach Michael Dixon said the Eagles put together their best team effort of the season with sophomore outside hitters Hannah Merchant (15 kills) and Chase Vaigneur (13 kills) leading the attack. McCayla Willingham and Hailey Lamar each notched five kills and two blocks for the Eagles, and Olive Renforth and Madison Gallion added four kills apiece.\r\n\r\nBeaufort traveled to Simpsonville on Saturday for the Hillcrest Tournament of Champions. The Eagles were competitive in every match but only came away with one victory. Lamar finished the day with 13 kills and was named to the all-tournament team. Merchant had 14 kills, Willingham added 13, and Vaigneur had 10. Setters Gallion and Zyaire Middleton dished out numerous assists and served well for the Eagles.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; &nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n•••\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy volleyball swept rival Thomas Heyward on Tuesday, Sept. 4, winning 3-0 (25-19, 25-13, 25-21).\r\n\r\nAmelia Huebel led the Eagles’ attack with 13 kills and added two blocks, while EmilyAnn Hiers dished out 23 assists to go with seven kills, four aces, and two blocks. Alyssa Patrick anchored the defense with 23 digs and added five kills and two aces, and Gracie Cope contributed 15 digs, five kills, and three aces.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>HS Swimming</b></p>\r\nBeaufort High’s boys finished second and the girls were third among 11 teams at the Hilton Head Christian Academy Invitational on Saturday at Island Recreation Center.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy’s girls finished fifth and the boys were seventh, while Battery Creek’s girls finished eighth and the boys were 11th.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek’s Honoka Nakajima (100 fly, 100 free) was a multiple-event winner, and Beaufort High’s Lily Bostwick (50 free) also won an event. Beaufort High’s boys won the 200 medley relay, and Beaufort Academy had three swimmers qualify for the SCISA state meet — Michela Gianni (200 IM, 100 breast), Ashton Bell (50 free), and Eli Summa (200 free, 100 back).\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>HS Cross Country</b></p>\r\nBeaufort High’s boys finished 18th among 69 teams and Shannon Smith posted a top-five individual finish for the girls at the Coaches Classic on Saturday in Columbia.\r\n\r\nMarlon Belden led the Eagles’ boys, finishing 15th with a time of 17:03, followed by Nash Mills (87th, 18:07), Maxwell Davis (151st, 18:50), Collin Durham (168th, 19:02), Charlie Bennett (176th, 19:07), and Eli Smith (323rd, 20:43).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeaufort’s girls did not have enough runners to post a team score, but Smith finished fifth overall in 20:16, followed by Charlize Anita (65th, 22:51), Anna Brown (120th, 24:00), and Isabel Vega (153rd, 24:38).\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>HS Golf</b></p>\r\nBeaufort High’s girls golf team finished third in two matches last week.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe Eagles shot 229 to finish third among five teams at Golden Bear Golf Club on Sept. 4, as Izzy Stone fired a 42 to earn co-medalist honors. Amelia McKnight shot 60, followed by Chelsea Miley (61), Kyleigh Tokar (66), and Elissa Hopper (69).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High posted a 224 on Sept. 6 at Pinecrest Golf Club. Stone paced the Eagles with a 44, followed by Hopper (59), McKnight (60), and Tokar (61).', 'Sports briefs for September 13th', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'sports-briefs-for-september-20th', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:36:03', '2018-09-26 13:36:03', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37574', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37582, 4, '2018-09-13 09:36:33', '2018-09-13 13:36:33', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">A Digital Town Hall In Your Pocket</h2>\r\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">By Ron Callari</h4>\r\nSouthern hospitality has long been a South Carolinian staple. Our town embraces a traditional charm dating back to the Reconstruction Era. Beaufort is a microcosm of America at large – a melting pot. It\'s a unique blend of the young and old. Many locals have stood the test of time, passing their heritage down from generation to generation. We are home to green-behind-the-ears recruits who transform into polished Marines, right before our very eyes. We attract retirees flocking to our harbors, rivers and marshes from all parts of the country, seeking a pastoral setting for their golden years.\r\n\r\nWhile Southern hospitality might equate to old-world charm, our town is far from being stuck in the past. Beaufort is home to a good number of visionaries who have a discerning eye on our future. To Beaufort\'s demographic gumbo, these city alchemists are wisely adding a pinch of technology to enhance the town’s make-up. This is not to say they’re discarding traditional roots. On the contrary, they\'re building upon it — stirring it up, evolving in the 21st century, as something old, something new, something we might call: “Silicon Hospitality.”\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Tale of Two Cities</b></p>\r\nThis conceptual change began in a larger metropolis to the north. Charleston is home to more than 250 tech companies with a payroll tally of over $14 billion. The city’s affordability, laid-back lifestyle and fledgling tech scene are its selling points – so much so, they’ve earned their own moniker: “Silicon Harbor.”\r\n\r\nAt the College of Charleston, academia has also embraced the advancement of technology. Their ImpactX Accelerator curriculum is an educational initiative that motivates students to transform a tech idea from concept to commercialization. It\'s an opportunity to actively engage in the real world and create a globally scalable, high-tech firm from ground-up.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe program is somewhat competitive in nature, offering prize money in a “Shark Tank” type of setting, presented before a panel of judges. Each “dream team” is comprised of a \"Hipster, Hacker and Hustler,\" representing students in Liberal Arts, Informational Technology and Business curriculums.\r\n\r\nThis innovative idea caught the imagination of our mayor. In an Eat/Sleep/Play Beaufort post, Mayor Billy Keyserling noted: “For the past three years I have followed ImpactX for existing and future Charleston businesses. To witness the presentations at the end of each semester is amazing as it demonstrates what students can accomplish with the right mix of inspiration and support.”\r\n\r\nThis led to a summer live/work/mentorship program supported by the Beaufort Digital Corridor in partnership with the Rotary Club of the Lowcountry and the City of Beaufort.\r\n\r\nAccording to BDC executive director Shelley Barratt, the housing portion of the program was supported in part by City Councilmen Stephen Murray and Mike McFee, who hosted the Charleston students in their homes for several weeks.\r\n\r\nMurray described the sponsorship portion of the program as “a demonstration of regional cooperation in support of students engaged in creating innovative companies.\"\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Nascent Tech Company rising</b></p>\r\nOne of the teams in the College of Charleston’s final pitch competition was subsequently selected to advance its product in incubation space at the BDC. In simplest terms, their app can be described as a “digital town hall in your pocket.” It allows a community\'s constituency to recognize and prioritize local issues of concern while the software allows them to vote up or down.\r\n\r\nIt\'s a win-win for all parties. On the civic end, the town can help test the app during their beta stage and the BDC can assist with the complexities of getting their business launched in Beaufort. Murray adds, \"This bridges the gap that can make the difference between successful start-ups that launch right here and create good-paying jobs [versus] becoming someone else\'s employees elsewhere.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe lead mentor for PollPit is BDC Board of Directors Chairman Kevin Klinger. He rightfully boasts that PollPit is “the first company where we are accomplishing a full cycle [from idea to market] … and a great example of what we can do for a nascent tech company looking to grow in Beaufort.”\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>The Team with the Steam</b></p>\r\nPollpit\'s team consists of three College of Charleston\'s students: Karisha Desai, Culley Deisinger and Bryan Ko. They describe their product as \"an application that allows individuals to easily communicate with those who represent them, as well as giving representatives a way to connect back.”\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_37587\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"367\"]<a href=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/PollPit-Team.jpeg\"><img class=\" wp-image-37587\" src=\"https://staging.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/PollPit-Team-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"367\" height=\"283\"></a> Picture from left: Culley Deisinger, Karisha Desai, and Bryan Ko.[/caption]\r\n\r\nDesai underscores the need for PollPit, based on the limitations of its competition. Surveys, Polls, Facebook, Twitter and even community-oriented networks like NextDoor all fall short in comparison.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nEmail is a perfect example. Desai says it\'s \"an effective way to communicate with numerous constituents, however it is more of a one-way communication system since it doesn\'t accomplish getting input back.\"<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAnother means of reaching the town’s people is through actual town hall meetings, but Desai notes, \"this can be time-consuming since people have to physically be at the meetings which can be at inconvenient times.\"\r\n\r\nChristopher Starr, PhD., one of the lead mentors of COC\'s program noted \"Beaufort, unlike any other city, opened its arms to this young, entrepreneurial team,\" where the Digital Corridor and the city \"set a new bar for university collaboration, community building and economic development for cities in South Carolina.\"<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Boot Strapping it</b></p>\r\nOne of the reasons Silicon Valley remains dominant in the technical field is its ability to attract funding — from ground zero to hundreds of thousands.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>PollPit, on the other hand has less access to the venture capitalists (VCs) and other types of fund-raising. So securing backing will be a challenging task. As of this article, they have raised $14,000, with most of those funds going to the development of the first iteration of the app.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\n\"We bootstrapped the initial cost ourselves with help from the College of Charleston, friends, family, and people from the community,” Desai said. “At this point in time we have 350 subscribers on social media. The user base would be a mix of colleges and cities in the Lowcountry, which will further help us test the app and get us ready to roll it out nation wide.”\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Silicon Hospitality in Beaufort</b></p>\r\nAs far as Beaufort becoming a burgeoning tech metropolis, time will tell. The success of PollPit could be the start of it all. If both Baby Boomers and Millennials gravitate to this app – each seeing advantages from their own cultural vantage points – there is great potential. With the PollPit launch, our Silicon Hospitality welcome mat has officially been laid out for others to follow.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nAs professor Star aptly put it: “Beaufort is quite the jewel. Who wouldn’t want to relocate and grow their technology company in such a beautiful, historical and thriving waterfront city, replete with enthusiastic citizens who offer their resources and expertise to engage the next generation of company founders and business leaders?”\r\n\r\n<i>Ron Callari is the VP Sales &amp; Marketing for HD Hospitality, which will open the innovative Hilton brand Home2 in Beaufort in 2019.</i>', 'Silicon Hospitality', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'silicon-hospitality', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:42:14', '2018-09-26 13:42:14', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37582', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37583, 4, '2018-09-13 09:20:35', '2018-09-13 13:20:35', 'Fritz, clearly a South Carolina Gamecock fan, is excited for football season. Submitted by Debbie Barrett.&nbsp;To submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high-resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'lowcountry-life-78', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:41:34', '2018-09-26 13:41:34', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37583', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37585, 4, '2018-09-13 09:38:25', '2018-09-13 13:38:25', 'Beaufort High School was briefly placed on lockdown Monday, Sept. 10, while law enforcement investigated a possible threat made on social media.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nThe precautionary lockdown was lifted within about 15 minutes after law enforcement determined that the possible threat was referring to a high school in another state.', 'Beaufort High lockdown proves to be false alarm', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'beaufort-high-lockdown-proves-to-be-false-alarm', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:43:45', '2018-09-26 13:43:45', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37585', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37590, 4, '2018-09-13 09:41:46', '2018-09-13 13:41:46', '<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Need expected to intensify after storm</h2>\r\nWhile the food may be ample around many dinner tables,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>the Salvation Army of Beaufort County has had to turn down help to families in desperate need of a meal.\r\n\r\n“Our pantry is extremely low, and we are in desperate need of food for the people of our community,” said Captain Wanda Long, Salvation Army Corps officer.\r\n\r\nWith only three cans of corn, three cans of green beans, and a limited supply of other items available on the shelves of the Salvation Army’s food pantry, to say the need is urgent is an understatement.\r\n\r\nAn estimated 20 heads of households come in each day to seek assistance for a family of at least five, and “that’s on a slow day,” said Amber Hewitt, Social Service Director.\r\n\r\n“We have to say ‘no’ so often, and that bothers me, especially when there are small children involved,” Hewitt said. “We can’t save everyone, but we want to do as much as we can.”\r\n\r\nThe Salvation Army food pantry has been in the community since 1973, and this is one of the worst times it has seen, Long noted.\r\n\r\n“I’ve been here a few months, but I’ve never seen the pantry this low,” she said. “Three cans of green beans don’t go very far when we’re trying to assist families in Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper counties.”\r\n\r\nAn average food bundle for a family may consist of three meals including cans of vegetables, rice, cereal, meats and dry beans, and fresh produce, when available.\r\n\r\nLong says there’s been a dramatic increase in the demand for food assistance in recent weeks, and the need is only expected to increase in the wake of Hurricane Florence.\r\n\r\n“We had a great influx and we’ve had more food going out than we had coming in, she said. “We receive about 250 calls a day asking for assistance. We rely solely on the help of the community to be able to help the families that come through our door because they have nowhere else to turn.”\r\n\r\nThe calls range from regulars to new families that have fallen on hard times or are seeking help for a family member who is recently unemployed, Long said.\r\n\r\nShe encourages individuals, families, churches and civic organizations to help by donating food and dry goods.\r\n\r\n“Search through your own pantry, search through your heart; there is always something to give,” Long said.\r\n\r\nLong and Hewitt say people can assist their efforts by visiting the grocery store and picking up a few extra items to donate. Companies and restaurants can donate their unused food inventory as well, they said.\r\n\r\nLong says she knows personally what it’s like to be in need.\r\n\r\n“I was one of those children that the Salvation Army took care of,” she said. “I was fed from the food pantry. We were the true Angel Tree kids, and for my family it wasn’t a hand out, it was a hand up.”\r\n\r\n“Need knows no criteria of people,” Long said, adding the Salvation Army serves people of all ages, races and socioeconomic backgrounds.\r\n\r\n“Families can utilize the food pantry once a month,” Long noted. “There are guidelines they have to adhere to, but we never want anyone to go hungry. We’re trying to do what we can and have the greatest impact.”\r\n\r\nA growing population of individuals and families are coming from homelessness and turning to the food pantry for their primary source of assistance, she said.\r\n\r\nThere is a need for “pop-top, ready-to-eat cans of food” for homeless men, women and children throughout the four counties, Long said.\r\n\r\n“It’s heartbreaking to have to tell a family, ‘We have to refer you to another agency because we don’t have enough food,’ ” she said.\r\n\r\nThis past year, the Salvation Army helped more than 4,000 people with food, Long said. More than 15,000 items were distributed, including infant and school supplies, and more than 80 families were saved from utility disconnection and eviction this past month alone, she added.\r\n\r\nSecond Helpings is a current donor to the food pantry.\r\n\r\nFree loaves of bread are available at The Salvation Army courtesy of Second Helpings.\r\n\r\nFood items and monetary and gift cards may be donated from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday throughout the year at The Salvation Army, 2505 North Street, Beaufort, SC. To reach the office, call 843-524-3727.', 'Food bank in dire need', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'food-bank-in-dire-need', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:43:03', '2018-09-26 13:43:03', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37590', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37593, 4, '2018-09-13 09:43:19', '2018-09-13 13:43:19', 'South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that the state’s law against price gouging is now in effect, since Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency.\r\n\r\n“With the possibility that [Hurricane] Florence could make landfall in South Carolina, our people have already started making preparations. We can expect normal price increases, but we may see businesses and individuals looking to unfairly take advantage of the situation through price gouging of food, gasoline, lodging, and other commodities as defined by the statute. By our law, that’s a criminal violation and an unfair trade practice,” Wilson said.\r\n\r\nThe price-gouging law (SC §39-5-145) is a general prohibition of unconscionable prices during times of disaster. It is in effect until the state of emergency expires or is terminated. Price gougers can be charged for excessive pricing, a misdemeanor offense punishable with a $1,000 fine and/or 30 days in jail.\r\n\r\nNormal fluctuations in price are to be expected and are not price gouging, but if you feel like you are the victim of price gouging there are certain steps that you can take to help the AG’s office investigate. Please do the following:\r\n<ol>\r\n 	<li>Note the time, place, address, and name of the gas station or business</li>\r\n 	<li>Note the price you paid</li>\r\n 	<li>Note any prices nearby and get the same information on those stations or businesses</li>\r\n 	<li>Take pictures that identify the business, along with the price</li>\r\n 	<li>Provide your name and contact information</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nThe AG’s office will need that information in order to conduct a thorough investigation. Please email any examples or documentation to pricegouging@scag.gov or call 803-737-3953 and leave a message if you have witnessed a likely violation.', 'Price-Gouging Law in effect as  Florence approaches', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'price-gouging-law-in-effect-as-florence-approaches', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:44:49', '2018-09-26 13:44:49', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37593', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37594, 4, '2018-09-13 09:43:21', '2018-09-13 13:43:21', 'Even with Gov. Henry McMaster’s mandatory evacuation order rescinded for Beaufort County, all Beaufort County School District schools will remain closed for the rest of the week.\r\n\r\nAt least 80 percent of classroom teachers and school staff would need to be available for schools to reopen, the district said Tuesday, and a survey of school principals indicated that goal could not be achieved because many teachers and staff left Beaufort County on Monday as soon as the evacuation order was announced.\r\n\r\nDistrict officials said 90-95 percent of school bus drivers would need to be available for schools to reopen, and a survey of drivers indicated that goal could not be achieved, either.\r\n\r\n“Because the projected track of Hurricane Florence remains uncertain, many school staff and school bus drivers are staying away from the coast,” the district said in a release to news media. “In addition, windy conditions and flooding are possible later this week that could make school bus operations hazardous.\r\n\r\n“Because the safety of our 22,000 students and staff is the district’s No. 1 priority, all district schools will remain closed this week.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>All athletic and extracurricular events will remain cancelled and will be rescheduled.”<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>\r\n\r\nA decision on reopening schools will be made this weekend and relayed to parents, employees and news media.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp;</span>', 'Public schools remain closed through Friday', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'public-schools-remain-closed-through-friday', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:44:16', '2018-09-26 13:44:16', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37594', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(37596, 4, '2018-09-13 09:43:55', '2018-09-13 13:43:55', '<h4>By Bill Rauch</h4>\r\nLast week was our wake-up call that the 2018 hurricane season will be an active one, so here’s a little institutional knowledge from a dozen or so years ago.\r\n\r\nIn the days after Hurricane Katrina tore through New Orleans in August 2005, the images of flooding and destruction were all over the television. Everyone was talking about it. Everyone was affected. People would come up to me on Bay Street and say “Mayor, it’s awful. What can we do?”\r\n\r\nI didn’t really know.\r\n\r\nBut after the 20th person said the same thing I got an idea: I’d call the Mississippi Municipal Association and ask whoever picked up the phone if there were any towns like Beaufort — “shrimpers and soldiers” — that needed our help. The guy at the other end of the line said, “Well we haven’t heard anything from them, but from the news reports it looks like Long Beach needs a lot of help. There’s a new mayor there, Billy Skellie. Here’s his number.”\r\n\r\nLong Beach, Miss., is a town of about 15,000 along the Gulf Coast about 50 miles as the crow flies east of New Orleans.\r\n\r\nI called Mayor Skellie’s number several times that day and it just rang and rang. But then Capt. Perry Hall stopped by my office to say he was going down to New Orleans to help out. I said to him, “On your way through Mississippi please stop by Long Beach and see if you can find the mayor there, Billy Skellie, and while you’re standing there with him call me. I want to talk to him.”\r\n\r\nWell, the next day the phone rang and it was Perry Hall standing with Billy Skellie. I said, “Mayor, we want to help. What do you need?”\r\n\r\nHe said, “We badly need gas. When the feds came in here they commandeered all the gas at the convenience stores and there are a bunch of people here who want to leave because their houses are all torn up and there’s no water or sewer, but they’ve got no gas for their cars. And then we need guys with chainsaws, as many as you can send.”\r\n\r\nBeaufort responded gloriously and two days later Long Beach had two gasoline tankers pulled up in front of their main fire station. The next weekend 150 of our finest were camped out in the side yard of the fire station sharpening their chainsaw blades. The Marines loaned us a mess tent. Steve Brown generously brought the groceries and did the cooking. Fire Chief Wendell Wilburn with his brass buttons shined gave us the look of officialness. We went to work clearing Long Beach’s streets and getting to know its people, who graciously came out to cheer us on with bottles of water and kind words.\r\n\r\nShortly after the Chainsaw Brigade — as they came to call themselves — returned from Long Beach, a delegation from Leesburg, Fla. (an historic town of about 15,000 located just north of Orlando) visited Beaufort to look over our Main Street program. In the course of their visit a lunch was arranged at which I was seated between Leesburg’s mayor and city manager. During the lunch the subject turned to hurricanes and I recounted to them the mutually beneficial experience Beaufort had in Long Beach.\r\n\r\nThe gas and the chainsaws were just the beginning. Beaufort’s churches ended up “adopting” their Long Beach counterparts, our Boys and Girls Club adopted their Boys and Girls Club, the Baptist Church of Beaufort provided Christmas presents for all the kids in Long Beach, and more.\r\n\r\nRight there on the spot, Leesburg’s city manager said Leesburg would like to have a similar arrangement with Beaufort wherein if one was hit, the other would at their earliest convenience bring a tent city of volunteers over to help clean up.\r\n\r\nWe shook on it, and the next autumn as Beaufort was evacuating for Hurricane Ernesto I got a call from the Leesburg city manager saying he was having a truck loaded with drinking water, and if Ernesto turned out badly for us to please be in touch with him about what else we needed.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">&nbsp; </span>A couple of hours later I got a similar call from Long Beach expressing their willingness to reciprocate our earlier kindnesses.\r\n\r\nLuckily for us Ernesto went north and I didn’t have to call either town, but knowing they were standing by to help was to say the least reassuring.\r\n\r\nCNN and Fox will be going to Charleston or Savannah, or Orlando, or New Orleans. The FEMA brass will follow them. And it will be the Beauforts, the Blufftons, the Port Royals, the Hilton Heads, and the Leesburgs and Long Beaches that get left to fend for themselves.\r\n\r\nWe best stick together.\r\n\r\nMayor and council, you have my permission to clip this story and send it to the current mayors and councils of Long Beach and Leesburg.\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.</i>', 'Sister Cities for when the chips are down', '', 'publish', 'closed', 'closed', '', 'sister-cities-for-when-the-chips-are-down', '', '', '2018-09-26 09:45:20', '2018-09-26 13:45:20', '', 0, 'https://staging.yourislandnews.com/?p=37596', 0, 'post', '', 0);
