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(16267, 4, '2014-04-30 23:18:43', '2014-05-01 03:18:43', 'A 30-year-old Ridgeland man was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Wednesday, April 23, for shooting his brother-in-law on Lady’s Island in 2013.\r\n\r\nAt the conclusion of a three-day trial, jurors convicted Malcom Brabham of attempted murder and possession of a weapon during commission of a violent crime.\r\n\r\nOn July 15, 2013, Brabham and his brother-in-law, Chadwick Mitchell, were heading home from a bar when they got into an argument about how Brabham had been treating Mitchell’s sister.\r\n\r\nNear the intersection of Holly Hall Road and Little Capers Road, Mitchell got out of Brabham’s car. Brabham also exited the vehicle, removed a pistol from his waistline and shot Mitchell once in the chest. Brabham left Mitchell on the side of the road. Mitchell was able to walk to a nearby house, where the residents called for help.\r\n\r\nHe nearly died at Beaufort Memorial Hospital and was taken by helicopter to the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston for more treatment.\r\n\r\n“That injury not only could have killed him, but it changed his entire life,” said assistant solicitor Mary Jordan Lempesis, who prosecuted the case. “He is lucky to be here with us today.”\r\n\r\nThe victim, who works as a cook in Beaufort, told the court that the injury makes it difficult to use his right arm and hand. He will have a permanent disability as a result of the shooting.\r\n\r\nJudge Roger Young handed down the sentence, of which Brabham must serve at least 85 percent before being eligible for release.', 'Man gets 20 years for shooting brother-in-law', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'man-gets-20-years-for-shooting-brother-in-law', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:18:43', '2014-05-01 03:18:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16267', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16269, 4, '2014-04-30 23:19:24', '2014-05-01 03:19:24', 'The city of Beaufort gives a weekly update about the construction projects taking place downtown.\r\n\r\n• Streetlight project: The installation of new and improved streetlights on downtown Bay Street is expected to be completed this week. The project will next move to the sidestreets for similar work to remove the old “gooseneck” lamps, install new wiring and irrigation beneath the sidewalks, then pour foundations and erect the new lamps.\r\n\r\n• The irrigation system remains to be completed on Bay Street. This work will not start until after The Taste of Beaufort event May 2-3.\r\n\r\n• Parking on Bay Street should return to normal by mid-week.\r\n\r\n• Traffic signal mast arms: The infrastructure has been installed at the following intersections: Charles and Bay, Charles and Craven and Charles and Boundary streets. The lead contractor, Walker Brothers, will return next week to pull electrical wires into the traffic signal mast arms. This work will not impact A Taste of Beaufort.', 'Updates from downtown construction', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'updates-from-downtown-construction', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:19:24', '2014-05-01 03:19:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16269', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16271, 4, '2014-04-30 23:20:23', '2014-05-01 03:20:23', 'Less money coming into the City of Beaufort coffers may mean less money being spent on things such as landscaping and maintaining parks, but the primary effort this spring will be to squeeze as much out of each dollar as possible, Beaufort City Manager Scott Dadson told City Council.\r\n\r\nThe proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2015 is $167,557 less than the current year, which ends June 30. If adopted as presented, the FY2015 city budget would increase taxes on a Beaufort home valued at $150,000 and occupied by the owner would increase by about $32.\r\n\r\n“We realized revenues in this budget year would not meet projections and we have held down spending where and when we could,” Dadson said. “This shortfall is caused by lackluster collections and payments to us in almost every major revenue source, and until we see an improvement in our revenues we must hold our expenses in check.”\r\n\r\nDadson points to a continuing revenue problem from Beaufort County’s reassessment of real property and the county’s tax collection rate.  Further, a decrease in business licenses collected at a state level on behalf of the city, as well as state changes to the business license Industry Rate classifications, has led to a substantial decrease in revenues for Beaufort’s current fiscal year that are projected to continue.\r\n\r\n“As a city, we have made good progress and I think most of us agree that Beaufort is better than it was five years ago, despite the recession,” Dadson said. “We want to stay on the same path — but we realize that future budgets will be even harder to balance, leading to staffing and workload issues. We need to come together to work for a long-term solution to increase revenues so we can maintain services.\r\n\r\n“The future is now and we need to make critical decisions to retain the integrity and momentum of the goals and mission we have established for our city,” he told the council.\r\n\r\nKey points of the FY15 Budget Proposal:\r\n\r\n<b>Revenues: </b>The effects of property reassessment and the decreased rate of property tax collections by Beaufort County result in the City of Beaufort anticipating a revenue shortfall from property taxes of approximately $345,000.\r\n\r\nThis reduction in revenues is estimated to continue into the foreseeable future due to the decreasing value of overall real property in the City of Beaufort. This is happening despite new growth and investment in the city since 2009 — the reassessment of property values wiped out those gains, Dadson said.\r\n\r\n<b>Expenditures:</b> The total recommended expenditures for FY 15 are $167,557 less than the current year and $705,820 less in requested needs from city departments.\r\n\r\n• There is no cost of living increase proposed in the new fiscal year.\r\n\r\n• Dadson provided the City Council with each department’s budget request, but because of revenue shortfalls, he didn’t recommend those requests be filled.\r\n\r\n“I support these requested departmental budget lines however, because of the uncertainty of revenues, have not recommended them to City Council in order to balance the budget. I have recommended a net decrease of $430,950 in operational costs from what was requested by the departments.  This is a net decrease in the FY14 operational budget of $152,674.”\r\n\r\n• The proposed budget includes funds for capital expenditures that are necessary for the continuing needs of the Public Safety and Public Services departments. Dadson recommends that the committed fund balance held in reserve from the proceeds on the sale of the old ladder truck of $281,590 be used along with securing lease-purchase financing to pay for the purchase of a new ladder truck for the Fire and Rescue Operations.\r\n\r\nThis capital transfer is $232,000 less than requested by the departments.\r\n\r\n• Other major capital improvements continuing from FY2014 include stormwater runoff projects; design and construction of a new fire station in Mossy Oaks; and contingency funds for the Boundary Street changes being paid for by a U.S. Department of Transportation grant and local sales tax funds.\r\n\r\n• The proposed Beaufort FY15 budget includes state and federal requirements such as higher workers’ compensation premiums, state retirement contributions, and federally-mandated health care fees.\r\n\r\nAdditional meetings are scheduled for further review of the proposed budget:\r\n\r\n• May 13: Fire, Courts and Public Works Department Budget Presentations\r\n\r\n• May 27: Public Hearing on Budget and First Reading by Council on the FY2015 Budget\r\n\r\n• June 10: Second Reading of the FY2015 Budget.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.cityofbeaufort.org.', 'Beaufort weighs city needs vs budget revenues', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-weighs-city-needs-vs-budget-revenues', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:20:23', '2014-05-01 03:20:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16271', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16273, 4, '2014-04-30 23:21:42', '2014-05-01 03:21:42', '<b>By Jon Verity</b>\r\n\r\nIt is reasonable that citizens ask the city to explain why it is focused on redevelopment of the marina parking lot. Beaufort City Council directed the Redevelopment Commission to pursue the project in 2011 when they approved Sector 1 of the Civic Master Plan. There have been many public meetings, documents and press releases about the project since then.\r\n\r\nFocusing on downtown, the city spends about $600,000 more per year providing services than it collects in revenue. Public safety services alone cost more than $900,000 per year.\r\n\r\nThe Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park is particularly expensive. It is built above the water on a concrete structure.  Every cave-in you see in the park costs about $15,000 to repair. This year, the city will spend about $48,000 per acre on the 13-acre park in operating and debt service costs. A few years ago, the city spent $8 million in repairs and upgrades to the waterfront.\r\n\r\nThis financial situation would be manageable if we had stronger demographics and a healthier business climate. Parris Island graduations and bus tour visitors basically keep the lights on for the majority of businesses.  Downtown businesses have had to focus on the winter season tourists to survive. Most downtown businesses do all right from October to May, struggle through the summer, and hope they end the year with a small profit.\r\n\r\nRents downtown range from about $5-14 per square foot, which is barely adequate for many building owners to maintain their properties.\r\n\r\nBeaufort’s residents can’t do much to help:\r\n\r\n• Beaufort’s population dropped 4.5 percent from 2000 to 2010 and is still not back to the 2000 level of 12,956.\r\n\r\n• Our per capita income dropped 38 percent between 2007 and now, and unemployment has risen to about 8 percent.\r\n\r\n• As much as 20 percent of the properties downtown west of Charles Street to Bladen Street are now either abandoned or vacant, providing minimal tax revenue and no customers for merchants.\r\n\r\nThe solution we are pursuing at the marina is to bring more people into the core of the city as residents and multi-day tourists. We need to manage this transition without harming those who have invested in downtown or damaging the way of life that makes Beaufort special.\r\n\r\nThe Redevelopment Commission believes that in The Furman Company, Chaffin and Light and their planners, Design Workshop, we have found partners who can accomplish these goals while honoring Beaufort’s National Historic Landmark designation, architectural heritage and special sense of place.\r\n\r\nUltimately, the city may choose a more park-like setting than has been suggested in the Civic Master Plan, but the real issue here is how to get the city of Beaufort on a more sustainable economic path. We need more people living in the downtown area and more multi-day visitors to accomplish that goal. We would welcome more discussion about how to achieve that objective.\r\n\r\nThere is a lot of energy about this topic — let’s work to channel that energy into a positive outcome for us all, for both the short-term and long-term future of Beaufort.\r\n\r\n<i>Jon Verity is the chairman of the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission.</i>', 'In support of marina parking lot redevelopment', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'in-support-of-marina-parking-lot-redevelopment', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:21:42', '2014-05-01 03:21:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16273', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16275, 4, '2014-04-30 23:22:45', '2014-05-01 03:22:45', 'Dr. Stephen Hamilton of New York will present the fourth  in a series of Friday organ concerts at noon on Friday, May 2 at the Parish Church of St. Helena, 505 Church St. in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nStephen Hamilton, virtuoso concert organist, has long been prominent on the American organ scene. The New York Times wrote of Hamilton’s performance of the Bach Passacaglia and Fugue in C Minor: “Hamilton, as organist at the Church of the Holy Trinity (Episcopal) obviously knew the instrument’s sonorous capabilities and brought them powerfully to bear in a rousing account.”\r\n\r\nThe Charleston Daily Mail reviewed: “This performance had to be one of the supreme moments of music- making in this year’s or any other year’s Orgelfest offerings.”\r\n\r\nHighlights of Hamilton’s career include the premiere performance of Kenton Coe’s Concerto for Organ, Strings and Percussion with the Festival of Comminges Orchestra, Jean-Pierre Marty conducting, in France; and a performance of the Enrico Bossi Organ Concerto with the Detroit Symphony, David Zinman conducting. He frequently appears with regional orchestras playing concertos of Handel, Albinoni, Hindemith, Piston, Copland, Rheinberger, and Poulenc; and recently appeared with the Austin (Texas) Symphony orchestra, Peter Bay conducting, performing the Barber Toccata Festival.\r\n\r\nDr. Hamilton will perform on the church’s historic Taylor &amp; Boody organ as the fourth guest organist in this year’s series.\r\n\r\nConcerts are free and open to the public. The remaining concert in the 2014 series will be presented May 9 by Kevin Edens of Furman University.  The Featured Young Organist for this year, Edens is a student of Dr. Charles Tompkins, who performed April 4.\r\n\r\nThe Taylor &amp; Boody organ at St. Helena’s is modern (installed in the church in 1985), yet reminiscent of the organ-building practices used during the “golden age” of organ building and organ music, reached in Europe between 1600 and 1750.  The two-manual organ has 19 stops and more than 1,150 pipes housed in a beautifully crafted oak case.\r\n\r\nThe annual concert series is funded by private donations from parishioners and music lovers all over the Lowcountry. To become a Friend of Music at St. Helena’s, send your tax-deductible gift to: Music at St. Helena’s The Parish Church of St. Helena, P.O. Box 1043, Beaufort, SC 29901.\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Marge Barber at 843-525-1316 or barbers@islc.net or visit www.sthelenas1712.org.\r\n<div></div>', 'Church continues organ concert series', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'church-continues-organ-concert-series', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:22:45', '2014-05-01 03:22:45', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16275', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16277, 4, '2014-04-30 23:23:44', '2014-05-01 03:23:44', 'The Indie Film “Hank and Asha” will be shown at USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St., on Monday, May 5 at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nDirected by James E. Duff and starring Andrew Pastides and Mahira Kakkar, “Hank and Asha” was the winner of Best Feature, 2013 Napa Valley Film Festival, and winner of Best Feature at the 2013 Portland Film Festival.\r\n\r\nIn this charming romantic comedy, an Indian woman studying in Prague and a lonely New Yorker begin an unconventional correspondence through video letters — two strangers searching for human connection in a hyper-connected world.  When their relationship deepens, they must decide whether or not to meet face to face. Winner of the Audience Award at the 2013 Slamdance Film Festival, “Hand and Asha” is a film about identity, longing, and the irresistible appeal of entertaining life’s what-ifs.\r\n\r\nGary Goldstein at The Los Angeles Times said, “Uniquely captivating ... A love story for the Skype-and-selfies age, the film’s themes of personal connection, aspiration and destiny remain timeless.”\r\n\r\nTickets are adults $7, seniors $6, and students $7. Contact the box office at 843-521-4145  or email Bonnie Hargrove at bhargrov@uscb.edu, or visit them online at www.uscbcenterforthearts.com. The box office opens an hour prior to the show.\r\n<div></div>', 'The Indie Film Corner: ‘Hank and Asha’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-indie-film-corner-hank-and-asha', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:23:44', '2014-05-01 03:23:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16277', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16279, 4, '2014-04-30 23:24:38', '2014-05-01 03:24:38', 'The Island Gymnastics team has had a busy March and April competing in the last regular season meet and several state meets. Back at the gym after the meets, the girls are recognized for achieving a score of 9.0 or higher on any single event.  They also recognize girls who achieve a top 3 finish or higher in a single event and in the all-around.\r\n\r\nThe National Gymnastics Challenge was the last regular season meet on March 8.  The team’s 9.0 club members for this meet included Addie Davids, Emily Boshaw, Avery Walter, Isabelle Lowe, Erin Bigley, Mackenzie Lee, Harper Reid, Kayla Eosso, Marissa Allgood, and Candace Delmar.  The team’s Top Single Event finishers were Davids, Lowe, Bigley, Lee, and Reid.  The Top All-Around Finisher was Addie Davids.\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina USAG State Championships were spread out between March 22 and March 29.  This meet is the qualifier for the USAG Region 8 Gymnastics Championship.  The team’s 9.0 club members include Addie Davids, Avery Walter, Mills Langehans, Aja Caron, Madison Aivaz, Emma Freiden, Candace Delmar, Kaitlyn Holland, Mackenzie Lee, Emily Boshaw, Erin Bigley, Marissa Allgood, Alex Compton, Harper Reid, and Kayla Eosso. The Top Single Event finishers include Davids, Walter, Langehans, Caron, Lee, Boshaw, Bigley, Allgood, and Reid.  The Top All Around finishers were Davids and Boshaw.\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina AAU State Meet was April 12.  This meet is the qualifier for the AAU National Championship.  The team’s 9.0 club members for this meet included Addie Davids, Mackenzie Lee, Sasha Couch, Avery Walter, Kaitlyn Holland, Madison Aivaz, Jaymes King, Elaina Cullen, and Rachel Goldstein.  The Top Single Event finishers were Davids, Lee, Couch, Walter, Holland, and King. The Top All Around finishers were Davids, Lee, Couch, Walter, and Holland.\r\n\r\nThe team’s USAG Region 8 qualifiers included Addie Davids, Avery Walter, Mills Langehans, Mackenzie Lee, Emily Boshaw, Erin Bigley, Marissa Allgood, Alex Compton.  These girls will be competing at the USAG Region 8 Gymnastics Championships on May 17.\r\n\r\nThe team’s AAU National Championship qualifiers include Addie Davids, Mackenzie Lee, Sasha Couch, Avery Walter, Kaitlyn Holland, Madison Aivaz, Jaymes King, Elaina Cullen, Sophie Chambella, and Rachel Goldstein. These girls will be competing at the AAU Gymnastics National Championships on June 14.', 'Island Gymnastics team competes in a busy spring season', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'island-gymnastics-team-competes-in-a-busy-spring-season', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:24:38', '2014-05-01 03:24:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16279', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16281, 4, '2014-04-30 23:25:19', '2014-05-01 03:25:19', 'The Battery Creek baseball team claimed its 13th win in convincing fashion on Tuesday, April 22, toppling longtime rival St. John’s 19-1 in four innings.\r\n\r\nWith the win, Battery Creek improved to 13-8.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek pitcher Craig Capano earned the win. On the mound, Capano registered six strikeouts and walked two opposing batters in two innings.\r\n\r\nCapano was one of the three Battery Creek pitchers to work innings in the regular-season matchup. Tim Harris and Micheal Jennings each pitched one inning in relief. Harris and Jennings combined to hold St. John’s scoreless.\r\n\r\nHelping his pitching cause at the plate, Capano went 2-for-3 with three RBIs.\r\n\r\nLeading the Battery Creek offensive effort, Connor Yates went 2-for-3 with four RBIs. Zach Mahan followed,. finishing 1-for-1 with a double. Mahan was also hit twice by a pitch during the contest.\r\n\r\nPatient at the plate, Battery Creek drew 15 walks.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek returned to action last Friday when it visited Fort Dorchester.', 'High school baseball: Dolphins sink St. John’s', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-baseball-dolphins-sink-st-johns', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:25:19', '2014-05-01 03:25:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16281', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16283, 4, '2014-04-30 23:26:16', '2014-05-01 03:26:16', 'Battery Creek pitcher Kyleigh Peeples notched the win from the circle on Monday, April 28 as the Dolphins defeated Hilton Head Island 7-3 in eight innings.\r\n\r\nFamiliar foes, Battery Creek and Hilton Head Island met on the softball diamond for the highly-anticipated late-regular-season matchup.\r\n\r\nWith the win, Battery Creek improved to 12-4.\r\n\r\nOffensively, Carol Trent delivered a rally-starting hit for the Battery Creek softball team.\r\n\r\nThe Battery Creek Dolphins thrived on the softball field on Thursday, April 24, toppling Woodland 15-0 in four innings.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek dominated, pulling away to win the mercy-rule shortened game.\r\n\r\nOffensively for the Dolphins, Jessica Shipley delivered a triple, Carol Trent smacked two doubles and Ajahi Parker delivered one double in the victory.\r\n\r\nThanks to the win, Battery Creek claimed the No. 2 seed in Region 6-AA and earned the right to host its first round opponent in the Class 2-A Playoffs.\r\n<div></div>', 'High school softball: Battery Creek sees pair of wins', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-softball-battery-creek-sees-pair-of-wins', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:26:16', '2014-05-01 03:26:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16283', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16285, 4, '2014-04-30 23:26:56', '2014-05-01 03:26:56', 'The offensive play of Miranda Weslake and goalkeeper Carli Cline’s defensive performance allowed Beaufort Academy to pull away from Hilton Head Prep in a girls high school soccer game on Tuesday, April 22. Beaufort Academy managed to defeat Hilton Head Prep 5-2.\r\n\r\nIn all, four different Beaufort Academy players netted a goal. Weslake led with two goals. Pacing Beaufort Academy defensively, Cline recorded 16 saves.\r\n\r\nAiding the Beaufort Academy offensive effort, Mary Keane, Hope Gray and Amanda Kahn netted one goal apiece.\r\n\r\nThanks to the win, near-perfect Beaufort Academy improved to 10-1.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Academy girls’ soccer team remained in the win column on Thursday, April 24, edging Ashley Hall 3-2.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy took the field for its third game in as many days and improved to 12-1.\r\n\r\nTwo Beaufort Academy players combined to net three goals. Miranda Weslake led with two goals, while Mary Keane added one goal for the win.\r\n\r\nDefensively for David Byrne-coached Beaufort Academy, goalkeeper Carli Cline registered 12 saves.', 'High school soccer: BA defeats Hilton Head Prep, Ashley Hall', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-soccer-ba-defeats-hilton-head-prep-ashley-hall', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:26:56', '2014-05-01 03:26:56', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16285', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16287, 4, '2014-04-30 23:27:42', '2014-05-01 03:27:42', 'The Beaufort High boys tennis team blanked two opponents during matches last week. They rolled to a win in Region 8-AAA on Tuesday, April 22, against Ashley Ridge, 7-0.\r\n\r\n<b>Singles: </b>No. 1 Alex Angus def. H. Parvell 6-3, 6-1; No. 2 James Bachety def. M. Marshall 6-1, 6-3; No. 3 Jack Louw def. B. Acherman 6-0, 6-1; No. 4 Quintin Paton def. Z. Roban 6-0, 6-0; No. 5 Owen Stovall def. C. Zeng 6-1, 6-2\r\n\r\n<b>Doubles:</b> No. 1 Angus/Bachety won by forfeit; No. 2 Kam Olin/Daniel Lange def. Duncan/Kackley 6-1, 6-0.\r\n\r\nThen on Thursday, April 24, the Beaufort High boys tennis team also soundly defeated Colleton County 7-0.\r\n\r\n<b>Singles:</b> No. 1 Alex Angus def. Kenny Johnson 6-0, 6-0; No. 2 James Bachety def. Charles Bailey 6-0, 6-0; No. 3 Jack Louw def. Thomas Warren 6-0, 6-0; No. 4 Quinten Paton def. Mathew Crosby 6-0, 6-0; No. 5 Jake Harris def. Nick Fanchette 6-0, 6-0.\r\n\r\n<b>Doubles:</b> No. 1 Alex Angus/Jack Louw def. Kenny Johnson/Charles Bailey 8-0; No. 2 Daniel Lange/Kam Olin def. Joe Sanders/Timothy Barnes 6-2, 6-0.', 'High school tennis: Beaufort High boys blank two opponents', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-tennis-beaufort-high-boys-blank-two-opponents', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:27:42', '2014-05-01 03:27:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16287', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16289, 4, '2014-04-30 23:29:59', '2014-05-01 03:29:59', 'The Beaufort Academy Eagles narrowly defeated the Battery Creek High School Dolphins on Thursday, April 24, with a score of 5-4 during varsity boys tennis action at BA.\r\n\r\n<b>Singles:</b> No. 1 Daquan Robinson (BC) def. William Lindsey 6-2, 6-2; No. 2 Cain Richards (BA) def. Jonathan Wright 7-5, 2-6, 15-13; No. 3 Landon Morgan (BC) def. James Carden 6-4, 6-2; No. 4 Will Dukes (BA) def. James Oatps 6-2, 6-4; No. 5 Daniel Richards (BA) def. Garrett Morgan 3-6, 6-4, 10-8; No. 6 Ryan Ackerman (BC) def. Larry Lindsey 1-6, 6-4, 10-4.\r\n\r\n<b>Doubles:</b> No. 1 Robinson/Morgan (BC) def. W. Lindsey/Carden 8-5; No. 2 C. Richards/Dukes (BA) def. Wright/Oatps 8-5; No. 3 D. Richards/L. Lindsey (BA) def. G. Morgan/Ackerman 10-8.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16290\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/BCHS-Johnathan-Wright.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16290\" alt=\"Battery Creek’s No. 2 singles player Jonathan Wright returns a backhand to Beaufort Academy’s Cain Richards.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/BCHS-Johnathan-Wright-300x236.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" /></a> Battery Creek’s No. 2 singles player Jonathan Wright returns a backhand to Beaufort Academy’s Cain Richards.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16291\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/BA-Cain-Richards.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16291\" alt=\"BA’s Cain Richards keeps his eyes on the ball. Richards defeated Wright 7-5, 6-2,15-13. Photos by Bob Sofaly. \" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/BA-Cain-Richards-300x238.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"238\" /></a> BA’s Cain Richards keeps his eyes on the ball. Richards defeated Wright 7-5, 6-2,15-13. Photos by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'High school boys tennis: BA narrowly defeats Battery Creek', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-boys-tennis-ba-narrowly-defeats-battery-creek', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:29:59', '2014-05-01 03:29:59', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16289', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16293, 4, '2014-04-30 23:31:07', '2014-05-01 03:31:07', '[caption id=\"attachment_16294\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Catch-of-Week-5-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16294\" alt=\"From left, Captain Ralph Worrell, Sam Chesnutt and Captain Frank Gibson show some of their catch from offshore fishing including large vermillion snapper, sea bass and triggerfish.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Catch-of-Week-5-1-300x198.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" /></a> From left, Captain Ralph Worrell, Sam Chesnutt and Captain Frank Gibson show some of their catch from offshore fishing including large vermillion snapper, sea bass and triggerfish.[/caption]', 'Catch of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'catch-of-the-week-10', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:31:07', '2014-05-01 03:31:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16293', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16296, 4, '2014-04-30 23:32:29', '2014-05-01 03:32:29', 'The Wardle Family YMCA’s 8th Annual Beaufort River Swim will be held Saturday, May 31, beginning at 8 a.m. The event is a three-mile open water swim beginning at the Port Royal Landing Marina and finishing at the boat ramp at the corner of the Downtown Marina, adjacent to the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16297\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"201\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/988227_10151670263920240_1812718363_n.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16297\" alt=\"A swimmer reaches the downtown marina at the end of last year’s Beaufort River Swim sponsored by the YMCA. This year’s swim will be May 31.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/988227_10151670263920240_1812718363_n-201x300.jpg\" width=\"201\" height=\"300\" /></a> A swimmer reaches the downtown marina at the end of last year’s Beaufort River Swim sponsored by the YMCA. This year’s swim will be May 31.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe cost to participate is $40 and all proceeds directly benefit the Y’s Learn-To-Swim programs. Inquiries may be sent to aquaticsymca@hotmail.com. Online registration is available at active.com or www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com or www.beaufortriverswim.com.\r\n\r\nThe River Swim is a Lowcountry tradition, with participants of all ages and levels: tri-athletes, recreational lap swimmers and competitive age group swimmers.\r\n\r\nYMCA Senior Program Director Rick Simonds hopes to continually increase the success of this event.\r\n\r\n“The popularity of The River Swim grows each year and plays an integral role in helping people in our community learn to swim. It is vital for children and adults alike to have this life-saving skill. We love having Olympians like Carlton Bruner and master swimmers like Pete Palmer participate in this event each year.”\r\n\r\nIn 2013, the Y was able to generate over $5,400 in scholarship funds through the successful River Swim event, impacting the lives of over 120 children who were able to partake in last summer’s Learn-to-Swim summer program. In 2013, more than 1,400 swim lessons were taught.\r\n<div></div>', 'YMCA to host annual Beaufort River Swim', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ymca-to-host-annual-beaufort-river-swim-2', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:32:29', '2014-05-01 03:32:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16296', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16299, 4, '2014-04-30 23:35:46', '2014-05-01 03:35:46', 'Wells Fargo recently donated $2,500 toward the Beaufort County YMCA’s Summer 2014 Learning Loss Prevention Program. This is the second time the company has supported this specific YMCA program, which is geared toward addressing gaps in academic achievement among the area’s most disadvantaged youth.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16301\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/wells-fargo-donation-2014.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16301\" alt=\"William Achurch, Beaufort market president for Wells Fargo, and Michael Bostwick, CEO of the YMCA.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/wells-fargo-donation-2014-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a> William Achurch, Beaufort market president for Wells Fargo, and Michael Bostwick, CEO of the YMCA.[/caption]\r\n\r\n“We believe helping a child learn and love to read is the best way we can improve that child’s chance of success in school and in life,” said William Achurch, Beaufort market president for Wells Fargo. “We are proud to partner with the YMCA.”\r\n\r\nThe Summer Learning Loss Prevention Program is modeled after a literacy program designed for children in first through third grade who are currently reading below grade level. Results from last summer’s pilot program in Beaufort indicated that students attending gained 5.5 months in reading growth from pre to post-test assessment.\r\n\r\n“We are excited that a company like Wells Fargo understands the importance of offering programs like this,” stated Beaufort County YMCA CEO Michael Bostwick.\r\n\r\nThe Wardle Family YMCA is located at 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal. For more information, call 843-522-9622 or visit www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com.', 'Wells Fargo supports YMCA’s summer learning program', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'wells-fargo-supports-ymcas-summer-learning-program', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:35:46', '2014-05-01 03:35:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16299', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16300, 4, '2014-04-30 23:34:10', '2014-05-01 03:34:10', '', 'Birth annoucement-April baby', 'Caroline Elizabeth Encalade was born April 25, 2014, at 9:50 a.m. at Naval Hospital Beaufort to parents Micha Ortiz and Alex Encalade of Beaufort. She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 inches long. Maternal grandparents are April and Eric Ackerman of Beaufort, Jeremy and Roma Ortiz of Virginia. Paternal grandparents are Villie and Geanna Encalade of Beaufort and Tiffany Harrell of Beaufort. Congrats to the family, and welcome to the world, Caroline Elizabeth!', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', 'birth-annoucement-april-baby', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:34:10', '2014-05-01 03:34:10', '', 16299, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Birth-annoucement-April-baby.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(16303, 4, '2014-04-30 23:36:35', '2014-05-01 03:36:35', 'Allendale County Bank of Fairfax, South Carolina, was closed Friday, April 25, by the South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions, which appoints the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) as receiver. To protect the depositors, the FDIC entered into a purchase and assumption agreement with Palmetto State Bank based in Hampton, S.C., to assume all of the deposits of Allendale County Bank.\r\n\r\nThe five branches of Allendale County Bank will reopen as branches of Palmetto State Bank during their normal business hours. Depositors of Allendale County Bank will automatically become depositors of Palmetto State Bank. Customers of Allendale County Bank should continue to use their existing branch until they receive notice from Palmetto State Bank that it has completed systems changes to allow other Palmetto State Bank branches to process their accounts as well.\r\n\r\nAs of December 31, 2013, Allendale County Bank had approximately $54.5 million in total assets and $51 million in total deposits. In addition to assuming all of the deposits of the failed bank, Palmetto State Bank agreed to purchase essentially all of the assets.\r\n\r\nCustomers with questions about transactions should call the FDIC toll free at 1-800-894-1696.', 'Allendale County Bank to become Palmetto State Bank ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'allendale-county-bank-to-become-palmetto-state-bank', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:36:35', '2014-05-01 03:36:35', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16303', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16305, 4, '2014-04-30 23:38:15', '2014-05-01 03:38:15', 'He may be the newest member of Beaufort Memorial Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology Specialists, but Dr. Claude Tolbert Jr. is no stranger to the Beaufort community. The board-certified OB-GYN has been delivering babies in the Lowcountry for nearly 14 years.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16306\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"200\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Claude-Tolbert-MD.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16306\" alt=\"Claude Tolbert, MD\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Claude-Tolbert-MD-200x300.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a> Claude Tolbert, MD[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe outgoing chief of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health, Tolbert is the fourth physician to join the new BMH practice located in Suite 210 of Beaufort Medical Plaza, 989 Ribaut Road.\r\n\r\nDr. Berniece Redmond, a North Carolina physician with 17 years of experience, began seeing patients Feb. 1. Drs. Christopher Benson and Gregory Miller, longtime partners in a Rock Hill practice, came on board April 1.\r\n\r\nAll four OB-GYNs are board-certified and will be delivering babies exclusively at the Birthing Center at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. The physicians also will begin seeing patients at Beaufort Memorial Bluffton Medical Services in Westbury Park later this spring.\r\n\r\nAmong Tolbert’s professional interests are general obstetrics, diabetes in pregnancy, infertility management and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries.\r\n\r\nA native of Greenwood, S.C., he graduated summa cum laude from Virginia’s Hampton University and went on to earn his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tenn. He moved to Beaufort in the summer of 2000 after completing his medical training at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, where he was named Gynecology Resident of the Year.\r\n\r\nTolbert worked for four years at the Beaufort Jasper clinic before opening his own practice with his wife, OB-GYN Dr. Ardra-Davis Tolbert. In 2009, he returned to Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health to become head of the obstetrics and gynecology department.\r\n\r\nThe couple has two children, 14-year-old Collin Elizabeth and 10-year-old Braxton Myles..\r\n\r\n“I try not to be on call the same nights as my wife,” Tolbert said. “My mother lives with us, so that’s a help, too.”\r\n\r\nEven with careful planning and an extra adult in the house, keeping up with their busy work schedules and the children’s extracurricular activities is no easy feat. Collin Elizabeth models in Charleston and Braxton Myles plays basketball.\r\n\r\n“The weekdays are consumed by homework, modeling auditions and ball games,” Tolbert said. “On the weekends, we try to relax and do something together.”\r\n\r\nOne of their favorite activities is cycling on Cat Island where they have lived for seven years.\r\n\r\n“It’s a beautiful community for biking,” Tolbert said. “We love riding through the golf course after hours.”\r\n\r\nThe family also enjoys making day trips to Savannah, Jacksonville, Charleston and Hilton Head Island, as well as traveling out of state. They have been to New York City more than once to visit the American Museum of Natural History and to see Broadway plays, including the musical, “The Lion King.”\r\n\r\nOther vacations have taken them to Paris, France; Germany; Vancouver Island, British Columbia; and Martha’s Vineyard off the coast of Massachusetts.\r\n\r\nCloser to home, Tolbert and his family love spending time at the beach. They’re also avid movie buffs.\r\n\r\n“We try to find movies that are entertaining, but educational as well,” Tolbert said. “We want to expose our children to as much art, history and culture as we can.”\r\n\r\nThat’s not to say he can’t be convinced on occasion to go to an action flick or computer-animated film with his son. The two recently watched “The Lego Movie.”\r\n\r\n“I stayed up for that one,” Tolbert said of the 2014 release. “If I don’t like the movie, I take the opportunity to sleep.”\r\n\r\nExpectant mothers and other women who are interested in becoming patients of the practice can schedule 15-minute one-on-one “meet and greet” appointments with any of the physicians at the new Beaufort Memorial practice. There is no charge for the introductory appointments. Call 843-522-7820 for information or to schedule a meeting.\r\n<div></div>', 'Dr. Claude Tolbert Jr. joins new OB/GYN practice', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dr-claude-tolbert-jr-joins-new-obgyn-practice', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:38:15', '2014-05-01 03:38:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16305', 0, 'post', '', 1),
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(16308, 4, '2014-04-30 23:42:48', '2014-05-01 03:42:48', 'The Island News would love to give your favorite mom a Mommy Makeover for Mother’s Day! Tell us why you think your mom, or any mom, deserves this makeover, which includes hair and makeup by Lime Lite Salon, dinner for two and more. Please submit your story and a photo to theislandnews@gmail.com with the subject line “Mommy Makeover.” The winning mom will be announced in next week’s paper, just in time for Mother’s Day.\r\n<div> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/mommy-makeover.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16151\" alt=\"mommy makeover\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/mommy-makeover-300x231.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"231\" /></a></div>', 'Last chance for the super mom in your life to win Mommy Makeover!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'last-chance-for-the-super-mom-in-your-life-to-win-mommy-makeover', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:43:12', '2014-05-01 03:43:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16308', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16310, 4, '2014-04-30 23:41:47', '2014-05-01 03:41:47', 'Jon Sharp, whose walking history tour through the city of Beaufort has earned top accolades from TripAdvisor.com and other tourism outlets, will retire May 17.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16311\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Jon-Tour.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16311\" alt=\"Walking history tour guide Jon Sharp.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Jon-Tour-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> Walking history tour guide Jon Sharp.[/caption]\r\n\r\nSharp, a tall man with a mop of white hair is a familiar figure in Beaufort’s downtown area and Old Point neighborhood. He is often seen walking backwards while talking to an engaged group of visitors during the spring and fall tourist seasons.\r\n\r\nSharp is a former Los Angeles actor and television director who arrived in Beaufort following a mishap at sea during an around-the-world solo sailing trip in 1992. He fell in love with the area and decided to change his plans and make Beaufort his home. When first here, he worked as a scuba diver, roofer’s assistant and acting teacher. He also opened a little theatre, The Port Royal Playhouse, and directed and acted in local productions here for several years.\r\n\r\n“In 2005, I found yet another creative outlet as a tour guide. This enabled me to indulge in a life-long passion for history and give back to my adopted little hometown, which has been so very kind and generous to me right from the day I landed here, in the parking lot of Beaufort Memorial Hospital, in a Coast Guard Rescue Helicopter, February 18, 1992,” Sharp said.\r\n\r\nThose who wish to sign up for one of Sharp’s final walking history tours should call 843-575-5775 for reservations.', 'Tour guide to put up his walking shoes', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'tour-guide-to-put-up-his-walking-shoes', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:41:47', '2014-05-01 03:41:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16310', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16314, 4, '2014-04-30 23:44:27', '2014-05-01 03:44:27', '<b>By Wendy Pollitzer</b>\r\n\r\nThe Learning Center Fund is growing exponentially throughout the county, and its greatest reward is a collective assertion from parents, students, teachers and administrators that the program is working for a diverse population of students. In fact, The Learning Center Fund is now serving over 70 children; and, it’s just the beginning of, what could be, the greatest pendulum swing of scholastic success in Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nAll too often, children who possess an alternative to the verbal learning style get frustrated with mainstream teaching methods and abandon their will to learn. Students become apathetic; but, it’s not their fault. They just learn differently than most. The misunderstanding begins when many people can’t figure out why an intelligent person can’t read at their expected level. The mistreating begins when students are simply encouraged to ‘try harder.’\r\n\r\nThe Learning Center Fund offers students the chance to fully engage in a meaningful learning process, effectively utilize their distinctive learning styles and productively pursue ongoing academic achievement. And most importantly, The Learning Center is available to every child in Beaufort County at a variety of locations: Bridges Preparatory School, the Boys and Girls Club, St. Peter’s Catholic School, Penn Center, AMIkids, Saint John Paul II Catholic High School and soon Holy Trinity Classical Christian School. Students are invited to participate at any of these locations, regardless of which school they presently attend in Beaufort County. And, The Learning Center Fund works closely with the Beaufort County School District to identify children in need of assistance.\r\n\r\nSo how did the program get started and how do parents and teachers get more information if they know a student who may benefit from The Learning Center?\r\n\r\nThe Learning Center Fund, Inc. is a specific fund established through the Coastal Community Foundation.  The fund was established by its board in order to distribute grants to Beaufort County nonprofit organizations working directly with area students.  The ultimate goal of TLC is to make resources available to children who learn differently so that they can embrace education with enthusiasm and confidence both in and beyond the classroom.\r\n\r\nTo understand students who learn differently is to understand educational research and the practice of knowing the whole child as a learner.  Research and understanding dictates the need to individualize student learning, wherein educators recognize and build upon a student’s strengths while simultaneously providing remediation and support for areas of weakness.  Based on this knowledge and best practice, The Learning Center recognizes that basically all children can be identified as learning differently-that is what makes each student an individual.\r\n\r\nThe CCF granted funding to each program mentioned above, which were approved by The Learning Center Fund Board, consisting of Malcolm Goodridge, Founder, Charles Kresch, past President of the Beaufort County Board of Education and David House, Board member of Beaufort Memorial Hospital.  Each program qualifies based on specific programming offered at each school. For example, Bridges Preparatory School employs a full time Learning Coach, who develops specific qualifying criteria and procedures for their school-based intervention and advancement team. The Learning Coach, Laura McAlhaney, monitors progress and provides explicit instruction throughout the year.\r\n\r\n“This would not have been possible without the partnership provided though the grant with The Learning Center Fund, Inc. Bridges programming has touched the academic and emotional lives of 30 plus learners by emphasizing the whole child’s success within Bridges learning community,” explains McAlhaney.\r\n\r\nJoe Benning, Principal at St. Peter’s Catholic School agrees, “We’ve already helped 20 kids here at the school. Our teachers, Mrs. Kessel and Mrs. Pesavento, have done a great job.”\r\n\r\nThese teachers are seeing improvements as well. And the bottom line — test scores.\r\n\r\n“The students have made great gains in their reading ability. I can see positive results from 100 percent of the participating students in each of three standardized tests that have been administered this year,” explains Mrs. Kessel.\r\n\r\nRuby Jackson, The Learning Center Coach at Penn Center, echoes these remarks, “We did a survey of students and asked if they are doing better at school. 100% of them said yes. I can see differences, not only academically, but in their attitudes as well. The extra attention is helping their self-esteem, which is necessary for future success.”\r\n\r\nWalter Mack, former Executive Director of Penn Center, adds, “It’s a blessing The Learning Center is available in this rural area. These kids had nowhere else to go before. Now they have a place to get the attention they need to succeed.”\r\n\r\nFor more information about The Learning Center Fund, to donate to the endowment or to inquire about a grant application, please contact Edna Davis at edna@coastalcommunityfoundation.org or call 843-379-3400.', 'The Learning Center Fund: Program making great strides in a variety of locations', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-learning-center-fund-program-making-great-strides-in-a-variety-of-locations', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:44:27', '2014-05-01 03:44:27', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16314', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16316, 4, '2014-04-30 23:46:38', '2014-05-01 03:46:38', 'Main Street Beaufort, USA, is a nonprofit organization devoted to promoting downtown and working as a voice for small business owners. The group also sponsors and organizes various festivals and events throughout the year, including A Taste of Beaufort, which kicks off its 15<sup>th</sup> year this weekend.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16317\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Taste-of-Beaufort-Beth-LaNelle.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16317\" alt=\"Beth Caron and LaNelle Fabian of Main Street Beaufort, USA, get ready for this weekend’s festival.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Taste-of-Beaufort-Beth-LaNelle-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a> Beth Caron and LaNelle Fabian of Main Street Beaufort, USA, get ready for this weekend’s festival.[/caption]\r\n\r\nExecutive Director LaNelle Fabian, who has been at the helm of the organization for the past five years, said she is excited for the community and visitors alike come enjoy downtown during A Taste of Beaufort. “Two hundred 200 volunteers from the community come together to help put this event on and we couldn’t do it without them,” she said.\r\n\r\nEvents and Membership Manager Beth Caron just started at her position last December. Beth said, “I’ve been a volunteer for Main Street Beaufort for the past couple of years. LaNelle and I worked together at The Beaufort Gazette for almost ten years and I was more than happy to fill in when needed in May and June of last year. I believe in Main Street and the mission statement.”\r\n\r\nLaNelle said they started planning A Taste of Beaufort at the end of 2013. “From selling sponsorships, to applying for licenses, securing the location, booking entertainment, contracting vendors, renting infrastructure, putting a call out to Arts &amp; Crafts and restaurant vendors, and getting volunteers, it takes several months to put together the event,” she said.\r\n\r\nThe restaurants participating in this year’s festival include Bruster’s Ice Cream, Common Ground Coffeehouse, Emily’s Restaurant, Gilligan’s of Beaufort , Island Fudge Shoppe, Panini’s on the Waterfront, Papaya Thai &amp; Sushi Bar,  Plums Restaurant, Q on Bay,  Sea Eagle Market, Southern Graces, and Yes! Thai Indeed.\r\n\r\nLaNelle and Beth took time recently to answer some questions:\r\n\r\n<b>What is the most rewarding part of your job? What is the most challenging aspect of it?</b>\r\nLaNelle: I love when big projects (like Branding, and soon WiFi and Wayfinding signage) are completed. To know things that have been talked about for years are finally getting accomplished by MSB, makes me proud to work here. I also love to see people at events having a good time. I love the fact that they have no idea that we’re secretly freaking out inside over issues and that’s the way it should be. I love to know what I do puts a smile on people’s faces. I would say the most challenging aspect is the fact that we do so much. Many people think we just do events and we do so much more. I call what we do ‘spinning plates’ and I’m lucky to have an employee, a board of directors, and volunteers that love downtown as much as I do and help me keep those plates spinning.\r\n\r\nBeth: There’s a couple of things that are rewarding to me. I enjoy selling memberships and sponsorships because I know I’ve built a relationship. It’s a great  feeling when you hear people say how much they enjoyed an event. All the hard work has paid off at that point. The hardest part for me has been learning the logistics of planning an event. You’ve heard the old saying, “it takes a village to raise a child?” It takes a village to have a successful event.\r\n\r\n<b>How did Taste of Beaufort first get started?</b>\r\nA Taste of Beaufort started out as a wine festival. A Taste of Beaufort was suggested because of the success of “Taste of” events in other cities and it provided the opportunity for us to showcase our local restaurants.\r\n\r\n<b>Any other hobbies or interested do you have that might surprise people?</b>\r\nLaNelle: I love to bake. No matter how busy or stressed I am, I love to bake for people. It’s a stress relief for me, when I’m baking, that’s the only thing I’m thinking about at that time. Plus food makes people happy, and I like to make people happy.\r\n\r\nBeth: I play the piano. I used to play in church. I love digging for sharks teeth at the Sands and feeding the ducks at the small pond by Walmart. My daughter and I used to do that when she was young.\r\n\r\n<b>What is your favorite thing to do in Beaufort? What do you like most about our city?</b>\r\nLaNelle: I love to go out on the boat and to the beach. Basically anything to do with water. I love the fact that we can drive to Hunting Island or Fripp Island, stay a weekend in what seems like a different world, and it only takes 20-25 minutes to get home. I love downtown and the vibrancy and pride that the community has for their downtown.\r\n\r\nBeth: My most favorite thing to do in Beaufort is go to the beach. It’s hard to choose just one thing I like most about our town. I love the oak trees, the water, the beautiful historic homes, the waterfront park, and our southern hospitality.\r\n\r\n<b>What are some things the community can expect from Main Street Beaufort in the future? Or, what are some of your goals for the organization?</b> Main Street Beaufort has been working to revitalize downtown for 29 years. We look forward to WiFi in the Park, Wayfinding Signage, promoting downtown through events like A Taste of Beaufort and several others, working with property and business owners to get the right businesses downtown and partnering with several other organizations to make downtown the best it can be.\r\n\r\nSo when you bring your family and friends to enjoy local food and live entertainment in Beaufort’s beautiful Waterfront Park, take comfort knowing that these passionate people are at the heart of this event and are working hard to highlight this special place that we call home.\r\n\r\nFor more information about Main Street Beaufort, visit <a href=\"http://www.downtownbeaufort.com\">www.downtownbeaufort.com</a> or call 843-525-6644 or stop by their office at 101 West Street Extension, Beaufort, SC, 29902, or like Main Street Beaufort on Facebook.\r\n\r\n<strong>Here is a schedule of event for this weekend’s A Taste of Beaufort: Music, Arts &amp; Seafood Festival:</strong>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">FREE ADMISSION</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">Purchase food &amp; drink tickets for $1 each  to use at restaurant, beer/wine and soda booths.  Items cost 2-7 tickets\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>FRIDAY, MAY 2</strong></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>Noon:</strong> Arts &amp; Crafts Market Opens</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>6 - 10 p.m.:</strong> Food &amp; Beverage Booths Open</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">Live Entertainment by <b>The Carolina Soul Band </b>Performing sweet soul sounds of such legendary groups as The Drifters, The Coasters, The Four Tops, The O’Jays, Little Anthony and the the Imperials, Smokey Robinson, The Temptations and many, many more. You’ll be clapping, dancing, and singing along with all your favorite songs of the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s.\r\n\r\n<strong>5:30 – 8 pm:</strong> Art Walk with 13 local galleries on Bay &amp; West Streets\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>SATURDAY, MAY 3</strong></p>\r\n<strong>8 am:</strong> 5K Bridge Run/Walk &amp; Kids Fun Run Register at  ht<a href=\"http://www.active.com/beaufort-sc/running/distance-running-races/a-taste-of-beaufort-5k-bridge-run-walk-and-kids-fun-run-2014?keywords=na\">tp://www.active.com/beaufort-sc/running/distance-running-races/a-taste-of-beaufort-5k-bridge-run-walk-and-kids-fun-run-2014?keywords=na</a> or at Palmetto Running Company in Bluffton or click to download registration here <a href=\"http://www.downtownbeaufort.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/2014-5K-Bridge-Run-Walk-Registration2.pdf\">2014 5K Bridge Run-Walk Registration</a>  Race Packet pick-up Friday 4-6 pm in Waterfront Park (at the entrance from Downtown Marina Parking Lot)  or Saturday morning prior to the race start at the Start/Finish Line\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><strong>11 am – 5 pm:</strong> Food &amp; Beverage Booths,  Arts &amp; Crafts Market and Childrens Area Open\r\n\r\nGet your ‘Taste’ of local music with Live Entertainment All Day on the Pavilion Stage:\r\n\r\n<strong>11 am – 12:30 pm</strong>: Amber and The Fossils\r\n\r\n<strong>1 – 2:30 pm:</strong> Trey’s Alien\r\n\r\n<strong>3 – 5 pm:</strong> Broke Locals', 'A Taste of Beaufort kicks off this weekend', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-taste-of-beaufort-kicks-off-this-weekend', '', '', '2014-05-01 10:20:11', '2014-05-01 14:20:11', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16316', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16320, 4, '2014-04-30 23:49:04', '2014-05-01 03:49:04', '<b>Upcoming events:</b><b>\r\n</b><b>• Thursday, May 8: Business After Hours: </b>5:30 to 7 p.m., hosted by Summit Place of Beaufort, 1119 Pick Pocket Plantation Drive, Beaufort. Free, all are welcome!\r\n\r\n<b>• Friday, May 16: Coffee with Colleagues: </b>Hosted by CAPA’s Closet, 1340 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Free networking opportunity for members. Bring your business cards!\r\n\r\n<b>• Friday, May 30: Civitas Awards and Annual Meeting: </b>The 2014 Civitas Awards will be held at the Dataw Island Clubhouse, 100 Dataw Club Drive, Dataw Island, SC. The cocktail reception starts at 6 p.m., and the dinner and awards begin at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are $50 for members, $65 for non-members. (Pricing goes up after May 16.) RSVP to Tiffany at 843-525-8523 or email Tiffany@BeaufortSC.org.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16321\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Biz-of-Week-5-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16321\" alt=\"Each week, the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce chooses a chamber business to honor and surprises them with a free breakfast courtesy of Sonic. Pictured above is the Business of the Week, South Carolina Bank and Trust. From left: Jean Fowlkes, Samantha Boatright, Rob Lowery, Kristi Compion and Demetria Taylor.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Biz-of-Week-5-1-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> Each week, the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce chooses a chamber business to honor and surprises them with a free breakfast courtesy of Sonic. Pictured above is the Business of the Week, South Carolina Bank and Trust. From left: Jean Fowlkes, Samantha Boatright, Rob Lowery, Kristi Compion and Demetria Taylor.[/caption]', 'The Chamber Corner', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-chamber-corner-18', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:49:04', '2014-05-01 03:49:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16320', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16323, 4, '2014-04-30 23:50:41', '2014-05-01 03:50:41', 'That great summer gardening series, Lunch and Learn, begins Saturday, May 10 in the gazebo at the Port Royal Farmers Market in Naval Heritage Park, and continues each Saturday until September 13. This award-winning series of classes, workshops and lectures is free to the public and no registration is required.\r\n\r\nThe 2014 series will ably be kicked off by noted local landscape designer, J. Weidner, who will show how to have a beautiful garden every season of the year.  Master Gardeners and other professionals share their skills and knowledge to help the Lowcountry gardener meet the challenges of this hot and humid climate. Door prizes are abundant, and chances are good that you’ll go home with a unique plant grown right here in Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nStop at the farmers market for a delicious lunch, and bring it and a folding chair to the gazeebo at noon, and share a little Lunching and Learning with people who love gardening as much as you do.\r\n\r\nThe Master Gardeners will also hold a Plant Clinic at the gazebo during the hour before Lunch and Learn. They will answer questions, and identify plants, pests and diseases. The Plant Clinic and Lunch and Learn are brought to you by the volunteers of the Lowcountry Master Gardener Association.\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<b>2014 Lunch and Learn Program Schedule</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• May 10: A Four Season Garden with J. Weidner:</b> You can have interest and beauty all year long.  It just takes some planning.  J will show you how.\r\n\r\n<b>• May 17: Multiplication by Division with Sandra Educate: </b>No, it’s not the”new math”. It’s kind of a BOGO for plants.\r\n\r\n<b>• May 24: Container Water Gardens with Alice Massey:</b> About as carefree as gardening gets. Alice will have some aquatics to share.\r\n\r\n<b>• May 31: Turf Clinic with Laura Lee Rose: </b>The title says it all. Get answers to your questions from the Clemson Extension Horticultural Agent.\r\n\r\n<b>• June 7: String Gardens with Alice Massey, Sandra Educate and Jenny Staton:</b> There are strings attached to this class.  Be prepared to get your hands dirty if you want to play with us. We’ll provide all materials.\r\n\r\n<b>• June 14: An Artist’s Garden with Sandra Baggette:</b> Garden vignettes you’ll love and copy.  Come and get inspired.\r\n\r\n<b>• June 21: Citrus, Citrus, Citrus with Ned Rahn:</b> If you get a lemon, you should probably talk to Ned. He’s our own citrus guru.\r\n\r\n<b>• June 28: Give Bananas a Hand with Pat Lauzon:</b> Pat harvested six stalks of bananas from her garden last year.  Learn her secrets. Door Prize Bananas.\r\n\r\n<b>• July 5: Butterfly Gardens with Sue Roderus:</b> Invite these dancing flowers into your garden and you’ll get birds and bees, too.  Come take flight.\r\n\r\n<b>• July 12: Palms with Lora Quincey:</b> Get the ABCs of TLC  for these southern aristocrats. They deserve to look regal.\r\n\r\n<b>• July 19: How to Prune Just About Anything with J. Weidner:</b> Prune, snip, lop, clip, saw and whack.  Expert techniques.\r\n\r\n<b>• July 26: Understory Trees and Shrubs with Natalie Bowie and Sue Simmons: </b>Provide the finishing touches to your landscape and add color and texture to your wooded areas.\r\n\r\n<b>• August 2: The Worms Crawl In, The Worms Crawl Out with Joe Allard: </b>These are the critters that make black gold from paper and kitchen scraps. Worm farm starters for door prizes.\r\n\r\n<b>• August 9: Tropicals with Jenny Staton and Sandra Educate:</b> Get that lush, tropical island look with plants that will grow and thrive here in the ground.\r\n\r\n<b>• August 16: Xeriscaping with Betsy Jukofsky:</b> This isn’t just about cacti and gravel.  It’s getting maximum performance with minimum water.\r\n\r\n<b>• August 23: Fall Vegetable Gardening with Laura Lee Rose: </b>Start now and you can harvest ‘till spring.  As always, there will be seeds to share.\r\n\r\n<b>• August 30: A Rose Must Remain with Janet Bura and Becky Guinn: </b>They do promise you a rose garden. Roses that can tough it out in our hot and humid climate.\r\n\r\n<b>• September 6: Landscaping 101 with Lynn Taylor:</b> Landscape mistakes are the costliest ones.  How to avoid them, or if it’s too late, how to correct them.\r\n\r\n<b>• September 13: Keeping it Growing with TV Host Amanda McNulty:</b> A panel of Master Gardeners to answer your questions. On this show, the panel wears the funny hats!\r\n<div></div>\r\n<b> </b>\r\n<div><b> </b></div>\r\n</div>', 'Lunch and Learn summer gardening series returns', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lunch-and-learn-summer-gardening-series-returns', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:50:41', '2014-05-01 03:50:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16323', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16325, 4, '2014-04-30 23:53:52', '2014-05-01 03:53:52', 'Beaufort Art Association is excited to announce a new exhibit of works by acclaimed watermedia artist Polly Swenson which will open at their downtown Gallery, 913 Bay Street,  on May 12 and run through June 21.   Polly has been a member of BAA for many years and has exhibited widely throughout the southeast.  This new exhibit will have a local flavor and carry the title “Highlights of the Lowcountry”.  Her art is representational of the\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16326\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Polly-Swenson-Vanishing-Landscape.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16326\" alt=\"&quot;Vanishing Landscape&quot; by Polly Swenson\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Polly-Swenson-Vanishing-Landscape-300x153.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"153\" /></a> \"Vanishing Landscape\" by Polly Swenson[/caption]\r\n\r\nsubject, giving each a slightly romanticized look at the scene, whether it is capturing the vanishing marsh landscape, a shrimp boat sailing home or birds in their natural habitat.  Polly has gained a national following for her finely detailed wildlife paintings.\r\n\r\nPolly Masters Swenson was born in Quantico, Virginia into a Marine family.  Gifted with a talent for drawing, Polly moved to New York and received  her degree in Fashion Merchandising . Soon she met and married a Marine Lieutenant serving in her father’s command in Hawaii.  On their anniversary in 1968, her husband presented her with every conceivable piece of equipment an oil painter might need to set up a studio .. then he left for Vietnam. Polly found an excellent Paris trained teacher and began to study painting in earnest.  She sold her first painting a year later and has been selling commercially ever since.\r\n\r\nFor years Polly was affiliated with the Undertaking Gallery in Occoquan, Virginia until she and her husband,\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16327\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"296\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Polly-Swenson-Carolina-Wren.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16327\" alt=\"&quot;Carolina Wren&quot; by Polly Swenson\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Polly-Swenson-Carolina-Wren-296x300.jpg\" width=\"296\" height=\"300\" /></a> \"Carolina Wren\" by Polly Swenson[/caption]\r\n\r\nCarter, moved to Beaufort in 1989.  Since then she has been represented by Indigo Gallery in Beaufort.  Her work can be found in private collections from across the United States as well as corporate officers in Chicago and Washington DC. Polly has won many prizes and awards but her most treasured are the People’s Choice awards with which she has been honored over a dozen times.\r\n\r\nBoth original art, and signed and numbered prints will be available for purchase during her exhibit.  An opening reception will be held on Friday evening  May 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The public is cordially invited to attend for light refreshments and to meet the artist.\r\n\r\nFor more information, please check www.BeaufortArtAssociation.com.', 'Highlights of the Lowcountry: An exhibit of paintings by local artist Polly Swenson', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'highlights-of-the-lowcountry-an-exhibit-of-paintings-by-local-artist-polly-swenson', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:53:52', '2014-05-01 03:53:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16325', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16329, 4, '2014-04-30 23:54:44', '2014-05-01 03:54:44', 'The Island News will once again hold the fabulous Island Girls Night Out at The Lowcountry Store, 736 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island. Owner Ed Jerue and his wife will be hosting the event with live music by Tina B. Fripp and great foods with libations. Enjoy the Lowcountry atmosphere of St. Helena Island on their deck and see various handcrafted and designed works from local artists. Irene Goodnight will MC the event and there will be a lot of fun door prizes. Last month’s event brought out more than 120 women to Nuances, and we are excited to have the Lowcountry Store share their lovely space with us.\r\n\r\nIf you are interested in donating a door prize or holding an event, call Irene Goodnight at The Island News, 615-243-4684. The event is free and open to men and women — we just plan on having a grand party time. The event will be Wednesday, May 7, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more information, call Irene at 615-243-4684 or the Lowcountry Store at 843-838-4646.\r\n<div></div>', 'Don\'t miss Island Girls Night Out this month!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dont-miss-island-girls-night-out-this-month', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:54:44', '2014-05-01 03:54:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16329', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16331, 4, '2014-04-30 23:57:13', '2014-05-01 03:57:13', 'A production of “A Piece of My Heart,” a play based on the real experiences of women who served in Vietnam, will show at USCB May 15-25. For a slide show before the play starts, the director,Gail Westerfield, is searching for photos of women who served during the Vietnam war: in-country, Stateside, and elsewhere overseas, in any capacity: military, USO, Red Cross, etc. They can be from anywhere in the world, and they can be photos of the actual submitter, or sent by a child, sibling, friend, or spouse. Please email before May 12 to e.gail.w@gmail.com. All photos must be scanned at least 300 dpi to enlarge well for the screen. Those who prefer not to scan them themselves can take them to the USCB box office from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, or mail them with a self-addressed envelope to USCB CFA, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC 29902, and they will be returned promptly and in excellent condition.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Julie-pic-for-slide-show.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16332\" alt=\"Julie pic for slide show\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Julie-pic-for-slide-show-213x300.jpg\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n<div></div>', 'Send your photos of women who served in Vietnam', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'send-your-photos-of-women-who-served-in-vietnam', '', '', '2014-04-30 23:57:13', '2014-05-01 03:57:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16331', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16334, 4, '2014-05-01 00:01:36', '2014-05-01 04:01:36', 'ARTworks kicks of a weekend full of music on Friday night with a concert by singer/songwriter Rebecca Folsom. A relative of Davis and Kathy Folsom of Beaufort, Rebecca tours all over the U.S. but is sure to make at least an annual stop in Beaufort, where she frequently performs to sold out crowds.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16335\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"199\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Arts-Rebecca-Folsom.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16335\" alt=\"Singer-songwriter Rebecca Folsom\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Arts-Rebecca-Folsom-199x300.jpg\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" /></a> Singer-songwriter Rebecca Folsom[/caption]\r\n\r\nMs. Folsom has been described as a performer who is capable of taking audiences on a musical journey “from subtle ballads to knock-you-to-your-knees blues”. (KUNC Radio) A singer, songwriter, poet and painter, Rebecca’s work focuses on the themes of human heartbreak, redemption, freedom and hope. Possessing a nearly 4 octave range, in some songs her voice evokes “a cross between Joni Mitchell’s lush soul searching folk jazz and the Cranberries mystic pop” (Daily Camera). In other songs, her vocal power and raw emotion draw comparisons to Janis Joplin. Rebecca’s music has been in the top 40 on Roots/Americana and College radio programming. She has performed at such diverse venues as BBC Radio and TV studios in Northern Ireland, Opryland in Nashville, and the Rocky Mountain Folk Festival.\r\n\r\nAlthough her music career has clearly taken her far, Rebecca says that her Beaufort shows are some of her favorite because “having family here and seeing some of the same faces every year makes [performing] a more personal experience.” Rebecca Folsom performs at ARTworks on Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m.\r\n\r\nAs the comedians of Monty Python would say, “and now for something completely different…” In fact, about the only thing missing from Another Roadside Attraction’s zany shows are a comedy troupe. Performing as a husband and wife duo during their stop in Beaufort (they also perform as a multi-piece ensemble), Jordan Rivers and Lucy di los Rios play just about everything except the kitchen sink — but don’t be surprised if parts of that sink get put to musical use. Never at a loss for creativity and inspiration, the performers utilize an assortment of acoustic instruments for their shows, including the guitarron (mariachi bass guitar), ukuleles, kazoos, a musical\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16336\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Arts-Roadside-Attraction.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16336\" alt=\"Roadside Attraction\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Arts-Roadside-Attraction-300x244.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"244\" /></a> Roadside Attraction[/caption]\r\n\r\nsaw, and many quirky homemade instruments.\r\n\r\nAnother Roadside Attraction’s raucous sound and showmanship will draw audiences into a fantasy world which is best described as Tim Burton meets a Coney Island Side Show, meets a traveling carnival, with a dash of cabaret thrown in. The total effect is beautiful, bizarre and sometimes eerie, but always full of cheeky humor. Another Roadside Attraction perform a matinee show on Sunday, May 4 at 3 p.m.\r\n\r\nTickets for both shows are $17, with military and group discounts available. The shows will take place at the ARTworks space in Beaufort Town Center and tickets may be purchased online at www.beaufortcountyarts.com  or by calling the ARTworks box office at 843-379-2787.\r\n<div></div>', 'A medley of music styles at ARTworks this weekend', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-medley-of-music-styles-at-artworks-this-weekend', '', '', '2014-05-01 00:01:36', '2014-05-01 04:01:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16334', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16338, 4, '2014-05-01 00:04:24', '2014-05-01 04:04:24', '<strong>By Lanier Laney</strong>\r\n\r\nLindsay Roberg, BSN, RN, was recently hired as the new director of clinical operations for Friends of Caroline Hospice, a local nonprofit that provides quality care and support for those living with life-threatening illnesses and their families.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16339\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Profile-Lindsay-Roberg-of-Friends-of-Caroline-Hospice.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16339\" alt=\"Lindsay Roberg is the director of clinical operations for Friends of Caroline Hospice.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Profile-Lindsay-Roberg-of-Friends-of-Caroline-Hospice-300x265.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"265\" /></a> Lindsay Roberg is the director of clinical operations for Friends of Caroline Hospice.[/caption]\r\n\r\nLindsay oversees the daily operations of the clinical staff at Friends of Caroline Hospice and is a  part of the clinical team. Her job consists of hiring, scheduling, education and coordinating care to ensure the best patient and family holistic care possible.\r\n\r\n“My job is full of puzzles and everyday is different!” she said. “I love it because it allows problem solving that positively impacts people’s lives. I always say I love the difference that Friends of Caroline Hospice can make in an hour. It’s amazing.”\r\n\r\nLindsay, who was born in Carbondale, Illinois, in southern Illinois, said she was raised all over the U.S. as a military brat. “My family moved every three years so I’ve lived in all types of places including Fargo, North Dakota, and Yuma, Arizona. I’ve spent the majority of my life in Beaufort though — I guess I can officially call myself a local? I’ve been here 19 years.”\r\n\r\nShe “discovered” Beaufort because her father was stationed here twice. After he retired from the Marine Corps after 20 years, the family settled here.\r\n\r\nLindsay met her husband, Jim Spratling, at the Habersham Farmers Market. He was running a French bistro there and Lindsay and her mom were selling goat milk soap at the market. They have been very happily married for four years.\r\n\r\nJim, formerly a chef at Saltus, has been working at the Callawassee Island Club as the executive chef for the past two years.\r\n\r\nLindsay is very proud of the children of her blended family: her daughter, Madisen, 8, attends Riverview Charter School, while her stepson Jaxon, 14, attends Beaufort Middle School, and Miles, 10, attends Bridges Preparatory School.\r\n\r\nHer favorite thing about Beaufort is being outdoors — whether it’s boating, fishing, kayaking or scuba diving. “There is always someway to enjoy the beauty of where we live,” she said.\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to her job, Lindsay said she has always known she wanted to work in the medical field. “My road has been a long tangled one that I believe led me to this career for my purpose,” she says. “After working for South Carolina Department of Natural Resources for 10 years as a biologist, I bit the bullet and went back to school for nursing. I couldn’t be happier about my choice. It was difficult, but so worth it.”\r\n\r\nLindsay describes the critical role that nurses play when it comes to hospice care: “Nurses have the ability to connect with mankind on a very personal level, one that is both the beginning and end of life. The impact that a nurse can have on this journey is one that was intriguing to me. Hospice care is a field of nursing that is misunderstood and continues to carry stigmas. It is important for nurses to advocate for hospice care in end-of-life. The support that a patient and their support system can experience can change the dynamics of end-of-life care.  Once I had the experience of hospice, I knew it was the field for me.  We are able to help people at a time in life that is very important for the human experience.”\r\n\r\nShe said she hopes to change people’s misconceptions about hospice care.  “Generally when people think of hospice care, they immediately think of the bad.  There are a lot of good, happy moments in hospice. It is very rewarding.”\r\n\r\nHer dedication toward her chosen career and her work ethic she learned from her family. Lindsay says, “My parents always taught me that our most important work is to have a purpose.  Whether it is something you are drawn to or a purpose you create, put 110 percent into whatever you are doing.  My dad always said ‘you may not be able to change the world, but you can change your corner.’ That is my mission.  I want to educate this community about hospice care and the importance of taking care of one another.”\r\n\r\nFriends of Caroline Hospice started out as a group of individuals who saw a need for hospice care in Beaufort and wanted to make a difference in the community, and 33 years later the organization continues to full fill that mission. Says Lindsay, “People helping people — that’s what it’s all about.”\r\n\r\n<b>• If interested in volunteering or donating or finding out more about this local nonprofit, contact Friends of Caroline Hospice by calling 843-525-6257 or visiting the office at 1110 13th Street, Port Royal, SC, 29935, or online at www.friendsofcarolinehospice.org.</b>\r\n<div><b> </b></div>', 'Coordinating Care: Friends of Caroline Hospice hires new director of clinical operations', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'coordinating-care-friends-of-caroline-hospice-hires-new-director-of-clinical-operations', '', '', '2014-05-01 00:04:24', '2014-05-01 04:04:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16338', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16341, 4, '2014-05-01 00:05:31', '2014-05-01 04:05:31', '[caption id=\"attachment_16300\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Birth-annoucement-April-baby.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16300\" alt=\"Caroline Elizabeth Encalade was born April 25, 2014, at 9:50 a.m. at Naval Hospital Beaufort to parents Micha Ortiz and Alex Encalade of Beaufort. She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 inches long. Maternal grandparents are April and Eric Ackerman of Beaufort, Jeremy and Roma Ortiz of Virginia. Paternal grandparents are Villie and Geanna Encalade of Beaufort and Tiffany Harrell of Beaufort. Congrats to the family, and welcome to the world, Caroline Elizabeth!\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Birth-annoucement-April-baby-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a> Caroline Elizabeth Encalade was born April 25, 2014, at 9:50 a.m. at Naval Hospital Beaufort to parents Micha Ortiz and Alex Encalade of Beaufort. She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 20 inches long. Maternal grandparents are April and Eric Ackerman of Beaufort, Jeremy and Roma Ortiz of Virginia. Paternal grandparents are Villie and Geanna Encalade of Beaufort and Tiffany Harrell of Beaufort. Congrats to the family, and welcome to the world, Caroline Elizabeth![/caption]', 'Congrats to the family of Baby Caroline', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'congrats-to-the-family-of-baby-caroline', '', '', '2014-05-01 00:05:31', '2014-05-01 04:05:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16341', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16343, 4, '2014-05-01 06:37:52', '2014-05-01 10:37:52', 'Beaufort High’s Freshmen Eagle Scholars recently travelled to Atlanta for an educational field trip. During their adventure, the students toured the Fernbank Museum of Natural History, visited the Martin Luther King Jr. historical site, including the Ebenezer Baptist Church, and topped off their first evening in the big city with a Broadway production of “The Lion King” at the historic Fox Theater. The next day, they were taught how to make their own paper at the Robert C. Williams Museum of Papermaking.  Trip sponsor, Dr. Nancy Ungvarsky, gave a brief tour of the Emory University campus, where she has served on the faculty. The afternoon was spent exploring the Georgia Aquarium, topped off with a Braves game at Turner Field. The students were exposed to a wealth of learning opportunities on this excursion, and seemed to love it.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-Eagle-scholars-5-1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16352\" alt=\"School-Eagle scholars 5-1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-Eagle-scholars-5-1-300x146.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"146\" /></a>\r\n<div></div>', 'Eagle scholars visit Atlanta', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'eagle-scholars-visit-atlanta', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:49', '2018-07-12 15:00:49', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16343', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16348, 4, '2014-05-01 07:22:30', '2014-05-01 11:22:30', 'The community was out in full force last weekend supporting and participating in Relay for Life of Beaufort, the American Cancer Society’s nationwide event that raises money to fight cancer and to find a cure. This year’s event was held at Beaufort High School track and football field from noon to midnight on Saturday, April 26. Co-chairs Christy Cerny and Beth Woodring were enthusiastic about the teams and volunteers who had worked so hard to make this year’s Relay for Life a success. The 12-hour event was filled with activities including local dance performances, music by DJ Wes, a Mr. Relay competition, and the always powerful luminary ceremony. During the ceremony, which happens after nightfall, luminary bags — that have been purchased and decorated in honor of those who have been affected by cancer — lining the track are lit with candles and the soft glow serves as a solemn reminder to those walking the track of the impact cancer has on the lives of so many loved ones. This year’s Relay also saw the first Kidswalk — an idea created by bright and talented students from Beaufort High School to ensure all ages are included in the event. The teenagers created 90 minutes of fun-filled laps — with a superhero theme and a T-shirt designed by Beaufort High student Maria Carrera that says “Put the KA-POW to Cancer!” — so that every child at Relay would have a better understanding of what Relay is, why it’s so important and the awesome impact this event can have on a community. For more information about Relay For Life, visit www.relayforlife.org or call 800-227-2345. Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0059.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16354\" alt=\"DSC_0059\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0059-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0075.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16355\" alt=\"DSC_0075\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0075-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0058.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16356\" alt=\"DSC_0058\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0058-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0063.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16372\" alt=\"DSC_0063\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0063-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16373\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0070.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16373\" alt=\"Relay for Life co-chairs Beth Woodring and Christy Cerny.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0070-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a> Relay for Life co-chairs Beth Woodring and Christy Cerny.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0078.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16374\" alt=\"DSC_0078\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0078-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0056.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16382\" alt=\"DSC_0056\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0056-199x300.jpg\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16383\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0073.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16383\" alt=\"Marine contestants in the Mr. Relay competition.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0073-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a> Marine contestants in the Mr. Relay competition.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0077.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16384\" alt=\"DSC_0077\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0077-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0074.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16385\" alt=\"DSC_0074\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0074-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0065.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16386\" alt=\"DSC_0065\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0065-199x300.jpg\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0057.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16388\" alt=\"DSC_0057\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0057-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Annual Relay for Life raises money to fight cancer', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'annual-relay-for-life-raises-money-to-fight-cancer', '', '', '2014-05-01 07:22:30', '2014-05-01 11:22:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16348', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16392, 4, '2014-05-08 08:17:47', '2014-05-08 12:17:47', '<b>By Susan Stone</b>\r\n\r\nIn February, I was given the opportunity to offer some garden advice for The Island News. Thanks to all the folks who wrote in and requested additional information, I get to write a monthly column!\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16393\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/nurnberg_120320_07053_5567.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16393\" alt=\"Susan Stone\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/nurnberg_120320_07053_5567-300x217.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"217\" /></a> Susan Stone[/caption]\r\n\r\nFirst, a little background on my colorful career:\r\n\r\nMy first garden was a humble little strawberry patch on the edge of my grandmother’s patio. I was about 3 years old. I had my very own miniature set of garden tools and took my responsibility very seriously. I could hoe and fuss for hours. I was one of those kids who loved dirt! To this day I love the way it smells, the way it feels — especially on my feet.\r\n\r\nI was born in the South but the military took our family all over the country. I had spent 26 years in southern Ohio before I came to the Lowcountry in 1996.\r\n\r\nAfter designing and gardening in northern landscapes for nearly 15 years, I was completely unprepared for the adventure of gardening in the South.\r\n\r\nIn the first week at Haig Point on Daufuskie Island, I managed to get into a nest of fire ants (all the way up to my elbows), got chased by an alligator and had a Black Racer (snake) fall out of a tree, just inches from my head. Holy cow. Welcome to the Lowcountry: Not only is it challenging, but potentially dangerous!\r\n\r\nGardening in the Lowcountry is definitely not for the faint of heart. As if the heat, humidity and biting insects aren’t enough, you have to have your wits about you and pay attention to your surroundings.\r\n\r\nAfter 26 years of grey skies and cold winters, the greatest thing about gardening here is the potential for four seasons of color. We can seamlessly move from season to season with a symphony of color and fragrance.\r\n\r\nAs part of my continuing education, I participated in a chemical applicator class. Although I passed and received my license to spray, I had learned enough to know that I didn’t want anything to do with dangerous chemicals. So I began my own study of organic and sustainable practices.\r\n\r\nEverything you need to nurture your plants and keep everybody safe from harm is right in your kitchen pantry or bathroom medicine cabinet. Over the years, Jerry Baker became my best friend. You will hear more about Jerry and other influential gardeners later.\r\n\r\nMy plan for the column is to offer monthly advice that may cover what to prune or what to plant. In addition, I will share recipes I’ve collected over the years to help you kill weeds, eliminate harmful insects, rejuvenate sick plants and treat diseases.\r\n\r\nYour questions and the wisdom you’ve collected concerning the landscape are most welcome.\r\n\r\nAlthough I cannot always guarantee it, I will do my best to publish the questions and advice I receive.\r\n\r\n<i>Please direct your questions and advice to susan@outdoorarchitecture.com.</i>\r\n\r\n<strong>MONTHLY GARDENING TIP:</strong>\r\n\r\n<b>Your Azaleas have finished their show for the year ... and what a show it was! </b>\r\n\r\n<b>It’s time to deadwood and prune. You have until the first of July to accomplish this task. Azaleas set their blooms early. If you prune too late, you will lose next year’s performance. Timing is everything in nature!</b>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>A RECIPE FOR MAY:</strong>\r\n\r\nI would like to thank my dear friend Rita for this wonderful recipe. If you have plants (including grass) that are struggling, this should help a great deal.\r\n\r\n<b>INGREDIENTS:</b>\r\n\r\nA handful of sheetrock mud (about $6 for a small bucket should last you all year) dissolved in a five gallon bucket of water.\r\n\r\n<b>DIRECTIONS:</b>\r\n\r\nSaturate the plant or plants. The calcium in the mud will act like a stint in the arteries to allow nutrients to flow and be absorbed. Following up with an organic fertilizer that now has an open pathway, should “jump” your plant.\r\n\r\n<b>Warning: </b>Overuse of this remedy can cause the opposite effect. You can harden the plant and soil around it if repeated too often.\r\n\r\n<b>Remember, when gardening and so it is with life ... <i>too much</i> of a good thing is still <i>too much</i>!</b>\r\n<div><b> </b></div>\r\n<div><b> </b></div>', 'Greetings from the Garden Guru', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'greetings-from-the-garden-guru', '', '', '2014-05-08 08:17:47', '2014-05-08 12:17:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16392', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16358, 4, '2014-05-01 06:55:28', '2014-05-01 10:55:28', '<b>BEAUFORT ACADEMY</b>\r\n\r\n•  Thursday, May 1: BA is hosting an Emeritus Board Brunch, thank you to all who have served!\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16359\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/oysterreefers.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16359\" alt=\"Fifteen Beaufort High students from Dr. Alex Bota’s classes were on hand and working to rebuild local oyster reefs off Brick Yard Landing on Lady’s Island last weekend.  Concern for the environment and an interest in making a contribution to our community prompted our students to participate last Saturday morning for this worthy cause!\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/oysterreefers-300x146.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"146\" /></a> Fifteen Beaufort High students from Dr. Alex Bota’s classes were on hand and working to rebuild local oyster reefs off Brick Yard Landing on Lady’s Island last weekend. Concern for the environment and an interest in making a contribution to our community prompted our students to participate last Saturday morning for this worthy cause![/caption]\r\n\r\n• Thursday, May 1: Open House for parents of prospective students 2-years old through Kindergarten, 8:30 a.m.  To be held at the PreK/K building on Fairfield Road.  Contact us for more information, 843-524-3393.\r\n\r\n• Monday, May 5: Teacher Appreciation Week begins!\r\n\r\n• Monday, May 5: AP Exams begin – good luck students!\r\n\r\n• Tuesday, May 6: Latin Play, 5th graders\r\n\r\n• Tuesday, May 6: Special Eagles Eat Out for Mothers! Stay tuned for more info.\r\n\r\n• Thursday, May 8: BA Aquila theme revealed\r\n\r\n• Thursday, May 8: BA Sunset Celebration for Major Donor to the Annual Fund.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16360\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BHS-AWQ.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16360\" alt=\"Beaufort High School’s Academic World Quest team sponsored by the WAC-Hilton Head traveled to Washington, DC over last weekend to compete in the National AWQ Competition.  Here, team members stand in front of the Embassy of Singapore as the guests of Ambassador Ashok Kumar Mirpuri. Left to right: Michael Schwartz, Robert Crumley, Ciaran Cordial, and Austin Mix. \" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BHS-AWQ-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> Beaufort High School’s Academic World Quest team sponsored by the WAC-Hilton Head traveled to Washington, DC over last weekend to compete in the National AWQ Competition. Here, team members stand in front of the Embassy of Singapore as the guests of Ambassador Ashok Kumar Mirpuri. Left to right: Michael Schwartz, Robert Crumley, Ciaran Cordial, and Austin Mix.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<b>LADY’S ISLAND MIDDLE</b>\r\n\r\n• The Cougar Cheer Leaders recently had a fund raising event at  our local Arby’s Restaurant.  The plan for the fundraiser is to raise money for going to camp this summer. All the cheerleaders had a great time and worked really hard.\r\n\r\n• Last weekend, LIMS held its first annual community yard sale. Numeracy Coach, Ms Chislom-Jones with a bright and cheery smile, said, “The yard sale was a blast and I was able to clean out my garage and attic. It was very well organized and the students did a great job holding up the signs.”\r\n\r\n<b>MISCELLANEOUS</b>\r\n\r\n• The Governor’s School for Science &amp; Mathematics (GSSM) is bringing its iTEAMS summer camp back to Beaufort County. The camp will be held at Okatie Elementary School from June 23-26. GSSM is currently accepting applications from rising 7th and 8th graders. The online application is available at www.scgssm.org/iteams.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16361\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BHS-Michael-Busby-5-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16361\" alt=\"Congratulations go out to Michael Busby, who recently attended the Student Leadership Conference in Columbia, SC, sponsored by the Upward Bound program. As a result of his community service involvement, he competed against other students across the state and was selected to represent South Carolina at the National Student Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. the week of June 10. While in Washington, Michael will meet with his congressmen, attend leadership classes and enjoy the historical sights of D.C. The Upward Bound Staff at the Technical College of the Lowcountry is so very proud of this young man, and so are we!\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BHS-Michael-Busby-5-1-300x293.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" /></a> Congratulations go out to Michael Busby, who recently attended the Student Leadership Conference in Columbia, SC, sponsored by the Upward Bound program. As a result of his community service involvement, he competed against other students across the state and was selected to represent South Carolina at the National Student Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. the week of June 10. While in Washington, Michael will meet with his congressmen, attend leadership classes and enjoy the historical sights of D.C. The Upward Bound Staff at the Technical College of the Lowcountry is so very proud of this young man, and so are we![/caption]\r\n\r\niTEAMS, or “Innovation, Technology &amp; Entrepreneurship Among Middle Schoolers”, is a day-camp held in districts statewide.\r\n\r\n<b>SCHOOL DISTRICT</b>\r\n\r\nRegistration is open for a wide range of day camps aimed at keeping children actively engaged in learning during their summer vacations. The day camps are for students of all ages and focus on a variety of subjects. Some provide lunches to participants, and costs vary. Some are free to students in particular attendance zones, and some have costs based on parents’ abilities to pay. For information, visit the school district’s website at www.beaufort.k.12.sc.us.\r\n\r\n<b>ST. PETER’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL</b>\r\n\r\n•  Take a break from the kitchen! St. Peter’s Catholic School is hosting a Spirit Night at Moe’s Southwest Grill on Tuesday, May 20. Between the hours of 5 to 9 p.m., 10 percent of the proceeds will go back to the school. All are welcome!\r\n\r\n• St. Peter Catholic School 2014-2015 Discount Cards are now available. Many popular local restaurants and business are included in this year’s card and the cards are a great way to save at many of the places you may already shop and dine. For more information or to purchase cards, please contact the Dee Avard at the school office 843-522-2163.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16362\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Exxon.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16362\" alt=\"Beaufort Academy has received a $500 grant from the ExxonMobil Educational Alliance program to support the school. David Mixson, co-owner of Mixson Oil Company, and a Beaufort Academy parent of alumni, worked with school officials to secure the grants which are available to schools across the country served by Exxon or Mobil stations.  The grants were made possible by funding from the Exxon Mobil Corporation. 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(16366, 4, '2014-05-01 07:15:28', '2014-05-01 11:15:28', '<b>By Lanier Laney</b>\r\n\r\nThe Point Neighborhood Association held its annual Picnic on the Green last Saturday, April 26. Residents of this beautiful historic neighborhood gathered on a lovely spring afternoon to enjoy a variety of delicious potluck dishes, and to have the opportunity to meet new neighbors. Thanks to <b>Mike and Pat Whitehead</b>, along with <b>Conway Ivy and Merritt Chase</b>, for organizing this wonderful event. 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(16395, 4, '2014-05-08 08:44:51', '2014-05-08 12:44:51', 'We received many wonderful nominations for The Island News’ 2014 Mommy Makeover contest, thank you to all the friends and family members who took the time to describe the amazing, deserving moms in your life. It was truly a difficult decision, but the winner of this year’s Mommy Makeover goes to Kathy Bauer. She will get her hair and makeup done at Lime Lite Salon and enjoy dinner for two at Saltus. Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms in our community!\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16396\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Bauer.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16396\" alt=\"Kathy Bauer, winner of The Island News\' Mommy Makeover 2014.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Bauer-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a> Kathy Bauer, winner of The Island News\' Mommy Makeover 2014.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<div> Kathy was nominated by her daughter, Carrie Carper. Here is the entry Carrie wrote to describe why her mother deserved to win Mommy Makeover:\"My mother is 64 years young and has been a fighter her entire life. First for herself and now for her husband.  Her newest battle is standing by him as he battled extensive lung cancer....this is not easy. Fifteen years prior she was his caretaker as he recuperated from an accident that nearly - and should have - taken his life, but left him with totally reconstructed feet and ankles. She held him up when he was weak, period.\r\n\r\nMy mother is chronically ill herself, suffering from Multiple Sclerosis for at least 16 years. She has trouble walking some days, balancing others and on her worst days, talking. She has chronic headaches, blurred vision and hurts constantly. She has proven to be so very strong during her husband\'s fight, and not once has taken a minute for herself. She doesn\'t believe in spending money on herself  and never will. She needs a day, an hour, a minute...to remember that she is loved and is beautiful.\"\r\n\r\n</div>', 'Congrats to the winner of our Mommy Makeover', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'congrats-to-the-winner-of-our-mommy-makeover', '', '', '2014-05-08 08:44:51', '2014-05-08 12:44:51', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16395', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16398, 4, '2014-05-08 08:47:23', '2014-05-08 12:47:23', 'To help meet the ever-increasing demands and challenges of today’s healthcare environment, Beaufort Memorial Hospital has hired its first chief medical officer (CMO), an intermediary between doctors and administrators charged with advocating for cost-effective, high-quality patient care.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16399\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/gambla_kurt_md-2-853x1280.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-16399\" alt=\"Kurt Gambla\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/gambla_kurt_md-2-853x1280-150x150.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Kurt Gambla[/caption]\r\n\r\nKurt Gambla, D.O., an internist in the community for 24 years, was chosen for the position following a national search conducted by an external hiring firm. In addition to serving as a primary care physician, Gambla has been involved with virtually every administrative committee in the hospital.\r\n\r\n“Kurt has always been a person who has looked at the big picture,” said BMH President and CEO Rick Toomey. “He is level-headed, highly respected and has a strong desire to work as a liaison between the medical staff, management and board of trustees.”\r\n\r\nA graduate of the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Gambla spent his first two years in the medical field working for Beaufort-Jasper Comprehensive Health Services. After six years in private practice, he took a position with Beaufort Memorial Primary Care. He also has served the last 16 years as hospice director of THA Healthcare.\r\n\r\nGambla takes over as vice president, chief medical officer, on June 1.\r\n\r\n“The majority of hospitals across the country today have CMOs,” Gambla said. “With all the new regulations and the business of medicine growing more complex every day, you need to have a go-between who can facilitate what doctors need and what the hospital has to do to comply with federal regulations and keep a healthy bottom line.”\r\n\r\nA long-time participant in the governance of the hospital, Gambla is uniquely qualified to serve as the voice of the medical staff. Since joining Beaufort Memorial in 1999, he has served on nearly a dozen hospital committees and was chief of staff from 2003 to 2005. He also served as chairman of the Credentials Committee, responsible for reviewing and evaluating the qualifications of physicians applying for hospital privileges.\r\n\r\n“Over the years, through my experience on various committees, I’ve gained some valuable insights about the culture of the hospital and an appreciation for how the various departments can mesh,” Gambla said.\r\n\r\nIn his new post, Gambla will collaborate with Beaufort Memorial’s medical staff to develop, implement and enhance clinical protocols and patient care services and programs. He will help recruit new physicians and play an instrumental role in developing a strategic plan for the hospital as it continues to expand and improve healthcare services in the future.\r\n\r\nAmong the areas of care the hospital may want to explore, Gambla said, are integrative medicine, non-emergent cardiovascular interventions and palliative care for patients with advanced chronic illnesses.\r\n\r\n“It’s inevitable that we will grow to keep up with the demographics,” Gambla said. “We need to decide where we want to be going as an institution. As CMO, I’ll work with the senior leadership team to make sure we’re all moving in the same direction.”\r\n<div></div>', 'BMH names first Chief Medical Officer', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bmh-names-first-chief-medical-officer', '', '', '2014-05-08 08:47:23', '2014-05-08 12:47:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16398', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16404, 4, '2014-05-14 21:35:54', '2014-05-15 01:35:54', '<b>Sportfishing and diving club has May meeting</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Sportfishing &amp; Diving Club’s May meeting will be held Thursday, May 8 at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club on Lady’s Island, off Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by the meeting at 7 p.m. The meeting will consist of a round robin presentation lead by Captain Frank Gibson, Captain Wally Finney, and Vic Fehner. The topic will be on Spanish mackerel, whiting, and other bait fish of choice for live baiting. You do not need a reservation and guests are always welcome. For more information, contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122.\r\n\r\n<b>Daughters of American Revolution has meeting</b>\r\n\r\nThe May meeting of the Thomas Heyward, Jr. Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 8 at the home of Mrs. Earl Hailston, 205 de la Gaye Point, Islands of Beaufort. The meeting will open with Installation of Officers for 2014-2016 followed by the annual Spring Luncheon. Please contact Regent Charlene Shufelt at 525-0158 for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Hope Haven to hold volunteer training</b>\r\n\r\nHope Haven of the Lowcountry, the Rape Crisis and Children’s Advocacy Center, is accepting applications for volunteers and interns to attend the Child Advocate volunteer training. Hope Haven will be holding a Child Advocate volunteer training on Tuesday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Hope Haven.  Child advocate volunteers will supervise Hope Haven’s lobby to greet families, clients, and other agency representatives visiting the office. When children are present, volunteers will interact with them to help reduce stress and anxiety related to separation from their caregiver, the forensic interview and treatment process. During the first two hours of the training, participants will receive training and certification in the Darkness to Light Stewards of Children child abuse prevention training.  If participants wish to volunteer in Hope Haven’s lobby as a child advocate volunteer, participants may stay for the remaining 1.5 hours to receive specific training related to Hope Haven’s lobby. The training is 3.5 hours long and pre-registration is required.  For more information and to register, please contact Leigh-Ann Shoupe at 843- 524-2256.\r\n\r\n<b>Volunteers can help build local oyster reef</b>\r\n\r\nCoastal Conservation Association (CCA), SC’s Topwater Action Campaign and SCDNR’s SCORE program need help with the Beaufort County Oyster Reef Habitat Build on Thursday, May 15, from 2 to 5 p.m. They will depart from Whitehall Landing on Lady’s Island. The build and restoration part of the SCORE program works with local citizen groups to conduct actual habitat restoration projects and to monitor the success of those efforts. Projects involved building new reefs with recycled shells for recruitment of oyster larvae. As these pilot reefs begin to recruit new oysters and attract other critters of the estuary, they are being used as living classrooms and research platforms. Volunteer citizens are critical to monitoring the reefs to increase our understanding of how best to restore oyster habitats. To volunteer or for more information, contact CCA SC by calling 803-865-4164 or email hsmith@ccasouthcarolina.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Local Colonial Dames chapter holds meeting</b>\r\n\r\nThe Dr. Henry Woodward Chapter of the Colonial Dames XVII Century will meet at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 15.  The meeting will be held at the home of Priscilla Dukes located at 29 Burckmyer Drive, Lady’s Island, SC. The guest speaker is Dr. Travis Folk of Green Pond, SC,  a biologist with Folk Land Management. Please contact Chapter President Anita Henson at 843-524-1256 for more information.\r\n\r\n<b>Program talks mental health in Lowcountry</b>\r\n\r\nThe Mental Health Access Coalition of Beaufort County announces the second in a series of public conversations on “Creating Community Solutions for Mental Health in the Lowcountry”, to be held on Saturday, May 17 at Okatie Elementary School, 53 Cherry Point Road, Okatie, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free but registration is required. The public is invited to participate in a moderated dialogue to discuss how mental health issues affect our communities. To register, contact Sarah Eliasoph at NAMI Beaufort County, 832-681-2200 ext. 1# or nami@hargray.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Historical society to have author as speaker  </b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Historical Society, in a collaborative effort with the Beaufort District Collection at the Beaufort County Library, will bring noted speaker and author Dr. Shepherd McKinley, from UNC Charlotte, to talk about his newest book, “Stinking Stones and Rocks of Gold: Phosphate, Fertilizer, and Industrialization in Postbellum, SC” at the May 15 meeting of the Beaufort County Historical Society. The meeting will be held at the St. Helena Library, off Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (just past Penn Center on the left hand side) at noon and is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Mary Lou Brewton at maryloubrew@aol.com or 912-604-3634 or online at www.beaufortcountyhistoricalsociety.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Volunteer with Friends of Caroline Hospice </b>\r\n\r\nFRIENDS of Caroline Hospice has cared for generations of Beaufort County residents nearing the end of their life’s journey. Volunteers fulfill critical roles providing support to the individuals as well as their families and friends. Friends of Caroline Hospice volunteers serve Beaufort County as patient volunteers, child bereavement team volunteers, drivers, office assistants, fundraising assistants, event planners, sales assistants at The Red Door Thrift Shop, and a variety of community awareness and outreach programs. All volunteers receive training for their roles.  Volunteers work in conjunction with other volunteers and under the supervision and guidance of a staff member. they are in current need of patient and Red Door Thrift Shop volunteers. If you are interested in joining the team, please call Cristin Casper at 843-525-6257 or visit www.freindsofcarolinehospice.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament to be held</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament sponsored by DuPriest Construction Co. will be on Saturday, June 14. It will be held at the Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat Island. This is a 4 person scramble, Captain’s Choice format starting at 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit USC Scholarship Athletes. Entry fee of $100 per player includes a green fee and golf cart, gift bag, sausage or chicken biscuits for breakfast,  awards lunch, beverages (on the course), and hole contests and prizes. If you would like to play or get a team together, please call Linda McCarty at 843-521-1445 or send to Beaufort County Gamecock Club, 2 Carolina Lane, Beaufort, SC 29907.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Citadel Club holds coaches night</b>\r\n\r\nThe annual Beaufort Citadel Club Coaches night will be held on Tuesday June 3 at the Beaufort Yacht &amp; Sailing Club located at 30 Yacht Club Drive (off Meridian Road), Lady’s Island, SC. The new Citadel Football Head Coach Mike Houston will be the guest speaker, along with members of his staff. Houston spent the last three seasons as the head coach at Lenoir-Rhyne, leading the Bears to three consecutive South Atlantic Conference championships. Coach Houston ended 2013 with a school-record 13 wins and a trip to the Division II national championship game. He has earned three straight SAC’s Coach of the Year and was also named the Don Hansen Super Region II Coach of the Year in 2013. The social begins at 6 p.m., followed by a Lowcountry Boil served at 7 p.m. Dress is very casual and cost is $15 per person or $20 per couple. RSVP to Chris Gibson at 843-522-2020; cgibson@insuranceserv.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Church of Christ holding revival</b>\r\n\r\nThe public is invited to the Beaufort Church of Christ, “Where All the Doors Swing Loose on Welcome Hinges to You and to Yours!” for the Gospel Meeting  and Revival, June 8 to 13. The theme is “A Pure Fountain But A Contaminated Stream” Proverbs 3:5-6. Guest speaker will be Brother Samuell Pounds, Minister from Winter Haven, Fla. Sunday, June 8 is Family &amp; Friends Day, services are 11:15 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 9 through Friday, June 13, services will be 7:30 p.m. nightly. Host minister is Dr. Jonas Gadson. All services are held at the Beaufort Church of Christ, 170 Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort, SC, 29906, down the street from the Golden Corral. For more information, email jg@jonasbonus.com or call 843-524-4281 or visit www.BeaufortCoC.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Mentoring group holds Young Men’s Conference</b>\r\n\r\nThe Extra Mile Club (EMC) is a mentoring group in the Beaufort community. The club’s vision is to promote academics, leadership, discipline, self-esteem and sportsmanship in a safe, healthy and enjoyable environment while serving God and our community. EMC would like to extend an invitation to young men (ages 7-21) to attend a Young Men’s Conference on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Dale, S.C. The conference is from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.  There is no charge to attend. The speakers for the conference are: Pastor James E. Moore, Mt. Carmel Baptist Church; Pastor Michael Maybin, Kingdom Seekers Family Worship Center; Minister Kenneth Bush, Mt. Carmel Baptist Church; CDR Willie J. Brown, Director for Administration, Naval Hospital Beaufort; Mr. Aarron Bush, Fellowship of Christian Athletes; and Mr. Freddie Lawton Jr., Assistant Principal at Whale Branch Middle School. The conference is intended to encourage, motivate and inspire our young men to achieve greatness. Please RSVP by May 18 by calling Chris Dantzler at 843-812-3904 or Gaynelle Dantzler at 843-812-2056.\r\n\r\n<b>Habitat for Humanity holds High on the Hog</b>\r\n\r\nThe third annual CBC National Bank High On The Hog BBQ Festival to benefit LowCountry Habitat for Humanity will be held the first weekend in June at the old Whitehall Plantation on Lady’s Island. Friday, June 6, from 6 to 10 p.m., will be “Everything Lowcountry” where teams cook their favorite dishes in the Lowcountry theme. The local band Deas Guys will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Wristbands are $20, active military, $18. There will also be a VIP tent Friday night, sponsored by The Island News. Tickets are $50 per person and include seating under the tent, unlimited samples while they last, two drink tickets per person and a dessert. Saturday, June 7, is the barbecue competition and the South Carolina BBQ Association certified judges will start Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Gates open to the public 12 until 4 p.m. Broke Locals will entertain. Wristband price is $15, active military $14, kids under 12 free. Two-day ticket price is $30, active military $27. For more information, visit www.highonthehogbeaufort.com. For more information on sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, or build partnerships, call Habitat at 843-522-3500.\r\n<div></div>', 'What To Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-136', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:35:54', '2014-05-15 01:35:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16404', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16409, 4, '2014-05-14 21:37:46', '2014-05-15 01:37:46', '<b>By Tracie Korol</b>\r\n\r\nMy friend called me recently for first aid advice for his dog, William, who had caught a dew claw in the back seat car upholstery.  Blood was involved but the dog was otherwise all right.  However, he did need a little first aid. My friend had some of the supplies needed to care for his Best Friend, but not all and none in the same place! First aid kit instructions were emailed post haste.\r\n\r\nAs a pet owners, we need to make sure to have basic first aid supplies for occasions such as this. Even the best-cared-for dog may become sick or get injured at some point in his life. If your dog falls victim to illness or accident, you will need to do what you can to get him out of immediate danger and keep him comfortable until you can get him to a veterinarian. You should also be prepared to care for you dog in the event of weather disasters occasional in this area.\r\n\r\nOf course, you can always buy a pre-made K9 Crash Kit but I’ve found that personalizing a kit for my Best Friend — because who knows him better? — gives me a level of confidence when crisis hits.  I don’t want to be rummaging through myriad glassine packets looking for a particular item when time might be a factor.\r\n\r\nYour dog’s personal kit needs to be distinctive, easy to find, easy to transport and easy to use. I’ve had the same Huckleberry Hound metal lunchbox for just about as long as I’ve had dogs.  Once a year I update the contents.  I also have a smaller-size snap-lid box kit I keep in the car.\r\n\r\nTaped to the inside lid of my big kit is a card with the phone number of my current vet, the closest emergency vet clinic (address and directions) and the Animal Poison Control Center (888-4ANI-HELP or 888-426-2235). At the bottom of the box I include a copy of pertinent medical records (in a Ziploc and a current photo (in case he decides to run at an inopportune moment). Tucked along the side is a lightweight slip lead. Along the other side I keep the Dog Only digital thermometer. Mine is a kid version with a blue dog head handle that I found at the grocery store. You do not want to confuse your people thermometer and your dog thermometer.\r\n\r\nNext, I load the actual medical supplies: rolls of gauze — in a size relational to the size of the dog — for wrapping wounds or muzzling a panicked pet; a pair of blunt scissors; tweezers; nail clippers; and a Tick Key.  Then, non-stick pads in a couple of sizes to control bleeding and protect a wound.  I include a roll of adhesive tape AND a roll of duct tape for securing the gauze wrap.  A dog may be able to tear through the adhesive tape in record time but duct tape will slow him down marginally.  Also, a self-cling bandage that stretches and sticks to itself but not to fur.  I also throw in a couple of baby-size sweat socks just in case I need to protect a paw or two.\r\n\r\nGrouped together in another Ziploc is a tube of OTC antibiotic ointment, liquid diphenhydramine (Benadryl), saline solution (to clean a wound or flush grit out of eyes), travel bottles of Betadine, hydrogen peroxide (to induce vomiting if directed by Poison Control only), Milk of Magnesia (to absorb poisons) and a 10 cc syringe (no needle) to administer liquids.  In the same bag I also include a bottle of arnica tablets (to reduce swelling), aconitum (for shock), calendula cream (for skin irritations) and bottle of Rescue Remedy that at a time of trauma we both can use.\r\n\r\nIn the category of You Never Know: a travel bottle of Dawn dishwashing liquid to clean off oil or something sticky, an emergency foil blanket, a penlight (because emergencies happen at night, too), and a pair of needle nose pliers — there was that one time my lab thought touching a porcupine was a good idea.\r\n\r\nWhen you personalize your own kit you can include items specific to your dog: karo syrup for a diabetic emergency or an EPI pen if your pet has a severe reaction to stinging insects. And finally, take a pet first aid and CPR class to learn more.  And remember — the life you save may be your dog’s!\r\n<div></div>', 'Do it now: Make a doggie first aid kit', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'do-it-now-make-a-doggie-first-aid-kit', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:37:46', '2014-05-15 01:37:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16409', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16411, 4, '2014-05-14 21:39:57', '2014-05-15 01:39:57', '<b>Frederick Norris</b>\r\n\r\nFredrick W. Norris, Sr., 90, widower of Rosa V. Norris, formerly of Ridgeland, SC, died Monday, April 28, 2014 in Pensacola, FL.\r\n\r\nGraveside funeral services were held on Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 1 p.m. in Grahamville Cemetery in Ridgeland, SC.\r\n\r\nAnderson Funeral Home is serving the family.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Louis “Pee Wee” Rivers</b>\r\n\r\nLouis “Pee Wee” Rivers, Sr., 73, of the Scott community on St. Helena Island and husband of Gloria Yates Rivers, died Thursday, May 1, 2014 at the Beaufort Memorial Hospital.\r\n\r\nArrangements by Chisholm Galloway Home for Funerals.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Celeste Wills</b>\r\n\r\nCeleste Anastasia Wills, 12, of Beaufort, SC, died Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at her residence.\r\n\r\nThe family received friends on Sunday, May 4, 2014 from 2-4 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home.\r\n\r\nMemorial services were held on Monday, May 5, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church.\r\n\r\nCeleste was born on October 8, 2001 in Beaufort. She is the daughter of Dale and Clarissa Wills.\r\n\r\nShe was an honor student at Robert Smalls Middle School. She was a loving and happy child, with a love of music, arts and animals. There will be an empty void in our hearts and lives forever.\r\n\r\nSurviving in addition to her parents are two sisters, Raven and Zoe Wills of Beaufort, SC.\r\n\r\nAnderson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.\r\n<div></div>', 'Obituaries', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'obituaries-48', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:39:57', '2014-05-15 01:39:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16411', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16413, 4, '2014-05-14 21:40:33', '2014-05-15 01:40:33', '<b>By Celia Strong</b>\r\n\r\nWith all the new wines that are introduced every week, we have compiled quite the pile of information about wines. Most of the time, that information relates specifically to the featured wine of the week. But this week, I’m thinking we can discuss some more general topics that we can apply not only to this week’s one wine, but to many more wines to come.\r\n\r\nThe idea for our discussion came to me because our wine is a blend from California. As we’ve looked at other wines, we’ve learned than in some places blends are normal — not only normal, but mandatory. European countries have wine laws that dictate what varieties grow where and what wines they make and what the wines are called. Some of these laws determine minimum or maximum percentages of grapes, for example Chianti from Tuscany, Rioja from Spain, red and white Bordeaux and Côtes du Rhône from France.\r\n\r\nIn California, we’ve talked about blends many times, and a long time ago, about the name “Meritage” that was “invented” for higher priced, special blends using Bordeaux varieties only. Originally, this name and idea was limited to Napa, but now the Meritage Alliance has more than 250 members, not all just in California.  While “official” Meritage wines are higher priced and limited in the grapes that can be used to make them, the idea of better wines being possible when made with an assortment of grapes took hold and grew and grew. Now, a majority of wineries in California make at least one blended wine.  Since not all these blends qualify as “official” Meritage wines, we are going to look at the label regulations that let us know what’s in a wine bottle.\r\n\r\nWine labels are the way we get to know as much as we can before tasting a wine. Label laws (and we’re talking California here) help inform the consumer what is inside the bottle. All wine labels have to show the brand name — the winery name. The exact detail here means the party responsible for the bottling, mostly, that is a winery. Vintage dating on the label means a minimum of 85 percent of the grapes had to be harvested in the year marked. Alcohol content has to be shown all labels as well as the volume of wine in each bottle. “Contains sulfates” is a mandatory marking if 10 parts per million or greater are present. Health warning statements are mandatory. And, various phrases, almost always fine print on the back label, tell us how much control the bottler had in the whole process of getting wine into his bottle — growing the grapes, making the wine, aging the wine, bottling the wine, etc.\r\n\r\nFinally, what type of wine it is has to be on the label. Besides the brand name, this is probably the most important piece of information. In the United States, our wines are mostly labeled for the grape variety in them. This is called a “varietal” wine. The current legal minimum is 75 percent of one grape to name the wine for that grape. A “Cabernet” has to be at least 75 percent Cab. The extra 25 percent can be Cabernet, or some of it, some of whatever else is needed, according to the winemaker, to make the wine taste better, an allowance for style and pricing.\r\n\r\nWhile that may seem like an easy formula, it can get more complex. A “California” Cab has to be 100 percent California grown grapes — no matter what percentages of different varieties. From smaller than a state designation, like counties (Napa Valley Cab), AVAs (Spring Mountain District Cab), specific vineyards (Three Palms Vineyard Cab), more precise rules with more restrictions come into play. All of this is done to help us know what we are buying.\r\n\r\nBacking up a bit, we have to look at what happens if a winemaker likes the wine he is making better if it is not falling into these label laws. Like, it tastes better with 74 percent Cabernet and some other grapes. And, further, if the wine does not fall into the guidelines of the Meritage Alliance. The winemaker has a blend, obviously, and is allowed to call it whatever he chooses. Hence, some of the names we have on some of our favorite wines — The Prisoner, Claret, Red Splash, Rouge, and on and on. All different blends of different grapes at different prices. We’re the lucky ones, though, because we get a much wider assortment of wines to choose from — one for every single whatever.\r\n\r\nAll of which gets us to this week’s wine: Buehler Vineyards Bon Marché. Buehler is a Napa Valley winery, which is why I used Napa references. The winery was founded by John Buehler, Sr.  His retirement was buying a hillside Napa property, and having his son, John, Jr., get into grape growing with him. In 1978, Buehler hand crushed his grapes and produced his first 700 cases of wine. Good results with that vintage led to increased production, until 1982, when he hired Heidi Barrett as winemaker. Heidi became a superstar in Napa winemaking and moved on in 1988, but Buehler was firmly established with a superb reputation. Today, Buehler’s vineyards include 30-year-old Cabernet vines, 30-year-old Zinfandel vines, and Russian River (Sonoma) Chardonnay vines.\r\n\r\nSince this week’s wine is a blend, you’ve got to really love the name they chose for it: Bon Marché, a French phrase. “Bon” is French for “good” and “marché” means “market.” These two words together take on a new meaning, not literally “good market,” but “great deal,” meaning a deal for us!\r\n\r\nThis wine is a blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot and Malbec. The exact percentages of each are not known, for us anyhow. We are allowed to know them from largest percentage to smallest percentage, but that’s all. Really, I’m not sure knowing the exact numbers will change how much I like this wine.\r\n\r\nBon Marché is aged in American and French oak barrels, which is good to know because that explains the toasty vanilla flavors. The textures are juicy and mouth-filling. Dark red and black fruits bounce out at you — cherries, blackberries, plums, black currants. And mocha and cocoa and vanilla and cinnamon and, if you taste really, really hard, a little bit of black licorice. Which we all know I love!\r\n\r\nThis new wine is very limited in South Carolina and it is a perfect name for what it is — a great deal in an everyday red wine at only $11.99. A great find for the coming months of grilling and salads and burgers and poultry and seafood and beef and pizza and cheeses and evenings on the docks and days on the boats.\r\n\r\nEnjoy!\r\n<div></div>', 'Bon Marché: A great deal for all', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bon-marche-a-great-deal-for-all', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:40:33', '2014-05-15 01:40:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16413', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16415, 4, '2014-05-14 23:03:22', '2014-05-15 03:03:22', '<b>By Pamela Brownstein</b>\r\n\r\nLocated on Sea Island Parkway on St. Helena Island, The Foolish Frog fulfills all the requirements of a memorable restaurant with beautiful views of the water and the marsh, indoor and outdoor seating, friendly staff, the option of a fun bar with a generous wine and drink selection, and above all, a commitment to quality ingredients and delicious food.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16502\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0150.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-16502\" alt=\"Flash fried calamari appetizer\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0150-150x150.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a> Flash fried calamari appetizer[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe three of us gathered for Lunch Bunch sat at a little table by the big windows, and decided a glass of wine would be the appropriate way to enjoy our lovely surroundings.\r\n\r\nWe ordered the Flash Fried Calamari and the Fried Okra appetizers and both tasted amazing. The plates were enormous, and I couldn’t stop eating the perfectly crisp little pieces of calamari dipped in sweet Thai chili dipping sauce.\r\n\r\nFor an entree, Irene had the healthy, colorful Asian tuna salad with greens, mandarin oranges, cucumbers, peanuts, red onions, thick slices of tuna on top and a ginger rice wine vinaigrette.\r\n\r\nNikki ordered the Mahi BLT — blackened Mahi Mahi with lettuce, tomato, bacon with Cajun remoulade on a crusty baguette — and she said it was an excellent sandwich.\r\n\r\nI tried the Fried Green Tomato BLT special with sweet potato chips, and it was very tasty.\r\n\r\nWhen our friendly server Tom asked if we were interested in dessert, we all felt so full, but we couldn’t pass up the homemade creme brulee. I love that “tap, tap, tap” sound on the top layer to reveal the creamy custard underneath. There’s a reason Chef Will McLenagan was voted Favorite Chef for The Island News’ 2014 Favorites awards.\r\n\r\nThe locally owned restaurant also often features live music on the weekends as well as a spectacular Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.\r\n\r\nThe Foolish Frog is at 846 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island. Lunch is Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; dinner is Tuesday through Saturday, 5 to 10 p.m. Call 843-838-9300 or visit www.thefoolishfrog.com.', 'Hop on over for fabulous views, fun vibes and fantastic food at The Foolish Frog', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'hop-on-over-for-fabulous-views-fun-vibes-and-fantastic-food-at-the-foolish-frog', '', '', '2014-05-14 23:03:22', '2014-05-15 03:03:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16415', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16417, 4, '2014-05-14 21:42:27', '2014-05-15 01:42:27', '<b>MAY 10: Annual Croquet Picnic fundraiser:</b><b> </b>The 23rd Croquet Picnic at Brays Island benefits AMIkids Beaufort, a facility in Dale that helps young men turn a troubled past into a brighter future. The tournament will be Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The entry fee for teams is $400; a $50 spectator fee made out to AMIkids Beaufort is required for the croquet picnic. A silent auction helps raise money for the program. For more information, call Dr. Mike Harris at 843-524-3770 or Mike Ingram at 843-846-3149 or visit www.amikidsbeaufort.org.\r\n\r\n<b>MAY 10: Run Hog Wild: </b>On May 10,  from 4 to 10 p.m., The Run Hog Wild event on Cat Island will benefit Lowcountry Montessori School. The event will kick off with a Kids Hog Jog, 5K and 10K, followed by post race concert and BBQ. The band Cranford Hollow will take the stage at 7 p.m. for a lively, family friendly concert. Treat yourself to a cold craft beer from River Dog Brewery. Catering being provided by Cat Island Grill with Big Pig BBQ or Little Hog Dog option. Concert is free, $20 for the Big Pig BBQ Platter or $10 for the Little Hog Dog. Find out more at www.lowcountrymontessori.com<b>.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>MAY 10-11: Book signings:</b><b> </b><b>Author </b>John Warley will be signing copies of his Southern saga “A Southern Girl” on Saturday, May 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Beaufort Bookstore located in Beaufort Town Center, near BiLo, on Boundary Street. For details, call 843-525-1066.\r\n\r\nWarley will be also be signing copies of “A Southern Girl,” his newest novel, on Sunday, May 11, from 1 to 3 p.m. at McIntosh Book Shoppe on Bay Street in downtown Beaufort. He will be joined by author Cassandra King signing her new book, “Same  Sweet Girls’ Guide To Life.” For more information, call 524-1119.\r\n<div></div>', 'Best bets in Beaufort this weekend', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'best-bets-in-beaufort-this-weekend-4', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:42:27', '2014-05-15 01:42:27', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16417', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16419, 4, '2014-05-14 21:43:00', '2014-05-15 01:43:00', 'A Walking Tour of Sacred Sites in the Old Commons Neighborhood will be held Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Old Commons Neighborhood Association, the tour will open eight churches, a synagogue, and four historic churchyards to the public. Sacred music specific to each faith represented will be provided at four of the sites. A fish fry lunch will be served by members of the Sons of Beaufort Lodge #36, and its circa 1880 meeting hall will be open for the tour.\r\n\r\nThe tour is a fundraiser to erect an historical marker at Berean Presbyterian Church at 803 Carteret Street, now the newly restored USCB Art Studio. The church, erected in 1881, will be open on the tour. Built as an African-American church, it was converted to use as a meeting hall and library in the 1930s and used as such until integration of the public library. Its Gothic revival architecture is typical of late 19th, early 20th century religious structures in Beaufort including Tabernacle Baptist, First African Baptist and Beth Israel Synagogue.\r\n\r\nOthers sites on the tour include Beth Israel Synagogue, circa 1905; St. Peter’s Historic Chapel and graveyard, circa 1846; the Tabernacle Baptist Church and graveyard, circa 1893; the Baptist Church of Beaufort and churchyard, circa 1844; the Carteret Street Methodist Church; the Wesley United Methodist Church and churchyard, circa 1849; the contemporary Beaufort Bible Chapel; and the Sons of Beaufort Lodge.\r\n\r\nMusic will be provided by the Wesley United Methodist Church Choir at 11 a.m.; by Ben-Zion Bronstein, cantorial soloist at Beth Israel at 11:30 a.m.; by Mike McFee, soloist, at Carteret Street Methodist at noon; and by the Youth Bell Choir at the Baptist Church of Beaufort at 1 p.m.\r\n\r\nThe fish fry, at $9 per person, will be at 607 West Street starting at 11 a.m. Parking is also at 607 West Street. Tickets for the tour are $15 and will be available the morning of the tour along with a walking tour guide at 607 West Street. Call Jerry Stocks at 524-6997 for more information.\r\n<div></div>', 'Take a Walking Tour of Sacred Sites downtown', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'take-a-walking-tour-of-sacred-sites-downtown', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:43:00', '2014-05-15 01:43:00', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16419', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16421, 4, '2014-05-14 23:05:32', '2014-05-15 03:05:32', 'On Wednesday, April 23 the Heritage Society of Beaufort held its 24th Annual Spring Luncheon at the Dataw Island Club. The Heritage Society brings together Beaufort’s five National Heritage Societies twice a year to discuss and plan for individual society community offerings such as scholarships, JROTC awards and the placement of historical markers. Outgoing President Wayne Cousar introduced this year’s guest speaker, David Reuwer of Camden, president of the American Revolution Association, editor of “Patriots of the American Revolution” magazine and adjunct professor of Historic Preservation at the College of Charleston.  Seventy-five members and guests of the Colonial Dames XVII Century, Daughters of the American Revolution, Sons of the American Revolution, United Daughters of the Confederacy and Sons of Confederate Veterans listened to Reuwer discuss the American Revolutionary War battles and skirmishes fought in the Lowcountry.  New officers were elected for the 2014-2015 year and are as follows: Nancy Crowther, president; Charlene Shufelt, vice president; Connie Tootle, secretary; and Nancy Hailston, treasurer.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div></div>', 'Heritage Society meets', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'heritage-society-meets', '', '', '2014-05-14 23:05:32', '2014-05-15 03:05:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16421', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16423, 4, '2014-05-14 21:45:47', '2014-05-15 01:45:47', 'Thumbs Up, Inc. Children’s Learning Center recently received a $4,000 educational grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to support literacy for its after-school program for elementary and middle school children in northern Beaufort County.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16424\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/100_0980.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16424\" alt=\"Educators teach elementary and middle school children how to use hand-held computer tablets to improve reading skills during the after school program at the Thumbs Up Children’s Learning Center in Beaufort. \" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/100_0980-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> Educators teach elementary and middle school children how to use hand-held computer tablets to improve reading skills during the after school program at the Thumbs Up Children’s Learning Center in Beaufort.[/caption]\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the grant, titled “The Digital Reading Launch Pad,” provides funds for new hand-held computer tablets and apps for an online library of hundreds of books to improve the reading skills of struggling students.\r\n\r\nThumbs Up students have been working with Jill Brown, a teacher from Beaufort Elementary School, on using “Google Docs” in the classroom, soon to be introduced in all elementary schools by next year.\r\n\r\nThumbs Up Director Rosalyn Browne said, “The grant from Dollar General has greatly helped to level the playing field by giving access to today’s technology to disadvantaged children who do not have computers in the home. We have seen the children enjoy using their tablets to do more homework and reading.”\r\n\r\nCelebrating its 20th anniversary in 2013, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation is proud to support initiatives that help others improve their lives through literacy and education.\r\n\r\nRick Dreiling, Dollar General’s chairman and CEO said,  “At Dollar General, we are passionate about our mission of serving others and it’s exciting to see the real difference literacy and learning makes in people’s lives.”\r\n\r\nThumbs Up, Inc. was founded in 1995 by Sister Mary Trzasko, who started a small after-school homework assistance program for children whose parents were mentally disabled. These children were at risk of failing and “falling through the cracks” because they parents lacked the skills to help them with homework.\r\n\r\nOver the last 19 years, Thumbs Up has been led by a volunteer Board of Trustees and operates a year-round learning center that offers educational and social services for children and families in northern Beaufort County at no cost.\r\n\r\nThumbs Up is funded by private donations, the United Way of the Lowcountry and Coastal Community Foundation of the Lowcountry. It was also one of 10 local non-profit organizations to be selected for “Lift the Lowcountry,” part of a national philanthropy day on May 6.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.thumbsupbft.org.\r\n<div></div>', 'Thumbs Up receives grant for technology', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'thumbs-up-receives-grant-for-technology', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:45:47', '2014-05-15 01:45:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16423', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16426, 4, '2014-05-14 21:48:46', '2014-05-15 01:48:46', 'Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. held a graduation party for the AT Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona- SC campus at the Holiday Inn in Beaufort on March 29. The party was a celebration of the successful match of all nine fourth-year medical students to residency programs and their upcoming graduation on June 9.\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16427\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Photo-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16427\" alt=\"Lindsay Schroeder and Sana Waseem, second year students.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Photo-1-300x204.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"204\" /></a> Lindsay Schroeder and Sana Waseem, second year students.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16428\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Photo-6.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16428\" alt=\"Regional Directors Eve Ashby, far left, and Faith Polkey, far right, pose with graduates Kelli Harper, Vikash Patel and Charles Simerman. Photos by Bob Sofaly.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Photo-6-300x198.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" /></a> Regional Directors Eve Ashby, far left, and Faith Polkey, far right, pose with graduates Kelli Harper, Vikash Patel and Charles Simerman. Photos by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16429\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Photo-4.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16429\" alt=\"Family medicine doctor Sumai Supan with Pete Supan, third year medical student.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Photo-4-300x209.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"209\" /></a> Family medicine doctor Sumai Supan with Pete Supan, third year medical student.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n</div>', 'Graduation party held for medical students', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'graduation-party-held-for-medical-students', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:48:46', '2014-05-15 01:48:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16426', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16431, 4, '2014-05-14 21:50:32', '2014-05-15 01:50:32', 'Waters Edge Methodist Church created a lofty goal of raising 4,080 canned goods during the season of Lent from March 5 through April 19 to benefit the local nonprofit HELP of Beaufort.  This small Beaufort-based church set a goal larger than the congregation of 75 families could ever have raise on their own knowing they would have to get help from the community.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16432\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"168\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/We-Can.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16432\" alt=\"Steve Curless, left, of HELP of Beaufort, and Lane Glaze, pastor at Waters Edge Methodist Church, hold a sign to show the church met its goal of 4,080 canned goods.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/We-Can-168x300.jpg\" width=\"168\" height=\"300\" /></a> Steve Curless, left, of HELP of Beaufort, and Lane Glaze, pastor at Waters Edge Methodist Church, hold a sign to show the church met its goal of 4,080 canned goods.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe goal of 4,080 canned goods was inspired from the size of Beaufort’s iconic Hunting Island Lighthouse. By stacking canned goods 10 cans wide, it would take approximately 4,080 cans to build a tower as high as the lighthouse.  In order to achieve this lofty goal, the Waters Edge congregation reached out to schools, neighborhoods and work places asking for further help in gathering canned goods.\r\n\r\nIn 40 short days during Lent, a time in which Christians focus on tending to those in need, Waters Edge Methodist Church was able to make their goal.\r\n\r\n“We talk a lot at Waters Edge about being a church that exists for our community, not so much for ourselves. Working together to build a tower of food as high as the Hunting Island Lighthouse has been an exciting challenge for our congregation, especially knowing how many people in our community need help with food every day. We are grateful to be able to partner with agencies like HELP of Beaufort that do so much to care for all who call this beautiful area home,” states Lane Glaze, pastor at Waters Edge.\r\n<div></div>', 'HELP of Beaufort benefits from canned food drive', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'help-of-beaufort-benefits-from-canned-food-drive', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:50:32', '2014-05-15 01:50:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16431', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16434, 4, '2014-05-14 21:51:03', '2014-05-15 01:51:03', 'Join the Town of Port Royal, the Fripp Audubon Club and other local birding clubs for the Second Annual Baby Shower for the Birds to celebrate the birth of hundreds of wading birds on Saturday, May 17 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Port Royal Rookery and Cypress Wetlands Trail located on Paris Avenue in Port Royal.\r\n\r\nThe event will feature a guest speaker, music by Billy Drysdale, a fun scavenger hunt, tours of the wetlands, birthday cake, snacks, beverages, and of course a lot of fun for everyone.\r\n\r\nVolunteers will be on hand to assist with identifying birds and other wildlife along the trail so this is also a wonderful educational opportunity. One of the unique things about this trail is that it allows the possibility to witness a huge rookery up close. Bring binoculars for an even closer look, but they are not required due to the proximity of the birds from the trail. Walking along the boardwalk of this trail is amazing, not only because of the number of birds, but also because of the beauty all around.\r\n\r\nDon’t miss this outstanding free opportunity to help celebrate the wonderful wildlife our area has to offer — especially the birds. John Muir said, “In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.” The goal is that this event will help adults and children walk with nature and come away with more than they ever imagined.\r\n\r\nThe event is sponsored by the Town of Port Royal, Fripp Audubon and other area bird clubs, Lowcountry Master Naturalists, the YMCA, Applied Technology &amp; Management, Port Royal Sound Foundation, Old Village Association, Historic Port Royal Foundation, Beaufort Chamber of Commerce, Lowcountry Estuarium, Drysdale Entertainment Unlimited, The Arts Council of Beaufort County, Murr Printing Beaufort  and The Island News.\r\n<div></div>', 'Come celebrate a baby shower for the birds', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'come-celebrate-a-baby-shower-for-the-birds', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:51:03', '2014-05-15 01:51:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16434', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(16436, 4, '2014-05-14 21:51:48', '2014-05-15 01:51:48', '<b>Friday Organ Concert Series:</b> Kevin Edens of Furman University will conclude this year’s series of free Friday organ concerts at noon on Friday, May 9 at the Parish Church of St. Helena, 505 Church St., Beaufort. Edens serves as organist and choral accompanist for the chancel, youth, and children’s choirs at Lee Road United Methodist Church in Taylors, SC. Visit www.sthelenas1712.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Spring Lowcountry Chorale Concert:</b> The Spring Lowcountry Chorale Concert will be performed at St. John’s Lutheran Church on Lady’s Island on Friday, May 16 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 17 at 3 p.m. The theme is “From Sea to Shining Sea”. The chorale will provide a musical potpourri for all tastes with rousing anthems such as “America the Beautiful”, soul searching spirituals represented by “We Gather at the River”, a little Western, some blues and jazz and a very contemporary surprise. For tickets, call 843-522-9948 or 843-368-6544 or visit www.lowcountrychorale.com.\r\n\r\n<b>“Highlights of the Lowcountry” exhibit:</b> Beaufort Art Association presents a new exhibit of works by acclaimed watermedia artist Polly Swenson at the BAA Gallery, 913 Bay Street from May 12 through June 21. This new exhibit is called “Highlights of the Lowcountry.” An opening reception will be held on Friday, May 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend for refreshments and to meet the artist. For more, visit www.BeaufortArtAssociation.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Featured artist Steve Weeks at USCB Center of the Arts:</b> Steve Weeks is the featured artist at The University of South Carolina’s Center for the Arts in Beaufort. An oil painter, Steve’s exhibit includes over 40 paintings that range from the Lowcountry to Equine, Maine, and all the way to Italy. The exhibit opening will be held Friday, May 8, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Painting has been a constant throughout Steve’s life. After graduating from University of Pennsylvania, he studied at Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art and University of the Arts. He lived in the art museum district and joined ME Gallery in Philadelphia. For the past eight years, Steve has lived in Beaufort where he enjoys abundant subject matter and soft coastal light. He paints in his open-to-the-public second floor studio at Atelier on Bay, 203 West Street, Beaufort, in the restored Lipsitz Building. Steve’s work will be exhibited through May at the USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St. For more information, call 843-521-4145 or visit www.centerforthearts.com. A preview of Steve’s work can be viewed at www.weeksart.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Gullah Celebration:</b> In keeping with history and tradition, the Corner Community on St. Helena Island is gearing up to celebrate Memorial Day weekend with an array of activities to recognize a holiday the people of St. Helena Island have always celebrated as part of their American heritage. The Red Piano Too Art Gallery is hosting a special art exhibit on May 24, featuring the work of well-known Lowcountry artist Diane Britton Dunham. The theme of this show is “The Gullah Creole Caribbean Connection.” Gullah Creole is the term coined by Dunham because it best describes her artwork blending elements of her colorful Louisiana Creole roots with the rich historical Gullah culture of the Sea Islands. She will discuss the Gullah Creole Caribbean art connection and related history during the exhibit. Noted Beaufort musician and Dunham’s husband, Phil Griffin, will provide music for the Gullah side of the event from noon until 2 p.m., playing classic Southern Blues and traditional Gullah music. A collection of Gullah-themed needlework hangings by Bridget Murray will also be exhibited. These pieces emphasize the detail Murray incorporates in her work. The Red Piano Too Art Gallery will also present the East of the River Steel band from Washington, D.C. This band is made up of young people ages 6 to 19, in a program that enhances lives, builds confidence and fosters resiliency as it also develops a love and appreciation of the arts. The band will present a special concert from 2 to 3 p.m. This is a must see performance, according to longtime Caribbean resident Elayne Scott. An additional exhibit of Lauren DeLoach’s Lowcountry paintings celebrating regional natural beauty will be presented at Bella Vita and Octopuses, which are across the street and next door to the Red Piano Too Art Gallery. All activities are free and open to the public.  For more information, contact the Red Piano Too Art Gallery, located at 870 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island, S.C., 29920, by calling 843-838-2241.\r\n<div></div>', 'Arts Events', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'arts-events-67', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:51:48', '2014-05-15 01:51:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16436', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16438, 4, '2014-05-14 21:52:55', '2014-05-15 01:52:55', '<b>By Alan Schuster</b>\r\n\r\nThe Met Opera: Live in HD  will present Rossini’s “La Cenerentola” on Saturday, May 10 at 12:55 p.m. at USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16439\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"221\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Arts-Opera-LaCenerentola.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16439\" alt=\"Don Magnifico’s crazy dream.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Arts-Opera-LaCenerentola.jpg\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" /></a> Don Magnifico’s crazy dream.[/caption]\r\n\r\nIn searching for an assessment of this comic masterpiece that would easily surpass my best efforts, I came upon this fine expression written by Bryce Westervelt, a professional opera singer and author of numerous articles about the great composers. “A classic Rossini comedy with a heart, ‘Cinderella’ is an irrepressible take on the traditional fairy tale we all know and love. Rossini  conjures up a handsome prince, a beastly stepfather, bickering stepsisters, a beautiful heroine — and sheer magic in the music. True love, goodness, and forgiveness win out with an unabashedly happy ending — even for the wicked stepsisters! ‘Cinderella’ brims with Rossini’s most brilliant coloratura writing and exuberant ensemble pieces. With its effervescent music and irresistible tunes, this zany romp is as much fun as opera can possibly be.”\r\n\r\n<b>Act I: </b>Cenerentola (a.k.a. Cinderella, Angiolina) sings a tale about a king who chooses a bride for love and goodness while her stepsisters, Clorinda and Tisbe, ridicule her. Alidoro, Prince Ramiro’s tutor, appears disguised as a beggar. Cenerentola kindly feeds him, after which news arrives that the prince will pay a visit and will escort the ladies to a ball at which he will choose a wife. The stepsisters’ excited reactions awaken their father, Don Magnifico, who enters, telling them that he had a dream in which they would become queens. Learning that the prince is coming, he’s convinced that this will happen.\r\n\r\nThe scene shifts as Prince Ramiro arrives — disguised as a valet — curious to see the ladies since Alidoro had said that one of them is worthy of being his bride. When he encounters Cenerentola, they are immediately attracted to each other. The charade continues as Dandini, Ramiro’s valet, makes a pompous entrance posing as the prince, leading the sisters to fawn all over him. As they prepare to leave for the palace, Cenerentola pleads with Magnifico to let her go as well but he rebuffs her, telling his guests that she’s just an annoying servant. All depart except Alidoro who invites her to the ball, but only if she tells no one who she is.\r\n\r\nAt the palace, Dandini tells the prince that neither sister is worthy to be his bride. Suddenly, a commotion erupts when the veiled Cenerentola, dressed in a gown, appears. While Magnifico notices a resemblance to Cenerentola, she and Ramiro share loving gazes as the act ends.\r\n\r\n<b>Act II: </b>Although they agree that the unknown lady looks a lot like Cenerentola, Magnifico remains convinced that the prince will marry Clorinda or Tisbe. When Dandini courts Cenerentola, she gently refuses him, declaring that she loves the prince’s valet. Overhearing this, the disguised Ramiro joyfully comes forward and declares his love as well. But she hesitates, giving him one of her bracelets and telling him to learn who she really is by finding who wears the one that matches it. Now Magnifico presses Dandini to choose one of his daughters, forcing him to reveal himself as a mere valet, leaving Magnifico furious. Cenerentola is home when the others return and observe her suspiciously. In a thunderstorm, the prince’s carriage overturns and he and Dandini, no longer disguised, come to Magnifico’s home, seeking shelter. Ramiro and Cenerentola joyfully connect the bracelets and she agrees to marry him.\r\n\r\nAt the palace, the wedding is taking place as her family watches  grudgingly. Cenerentola asks Ramiro to forgive them, and as everyone praises her, she rejoices the end of her many years of heartache.\r\n\r\n<b>The music: </b>The opera starts with a first-class overture which brings forth Cenerentola’s pleasant ballad, “Una volta c’era un re” (Once there was a king). Dandini’s grand entrance “Come un ‘ape” (Busy as a bee) leads to a magical ensemble with plenty of patter and buffonery, ending in a thrilling crescendo. Cenerentola’s “Signor, una parola” (Signor, a word) opens an extraordinary stretch of Rossini magic as she pleads to attend the ball, and ends with a brilliant ‘thinks’ quintet. “Zitto, zitto, piano, piano” (Hush, hush, softly, softly) is a catchy tune shared by Ramiro and Dandini as they evaluate the sisters’ qualifications — slim to none. Then Ramiro is off to find the matching bracelet in a three-part aria, “Si, ritrovarla io giuro” (I swear to find her...), impassioned with a generous run of high notes.\r\n\r\nNow comes one of the liveliest things Rossini ever composed. It’s a glorious sextet “Questo e un nodo avviluppato” (What a tangled knot) in which the singers display great comical fun with the Italian rolled ‘r.’  It’s not only strikingly original, but rarely if ever copied in its unique style. The grand finale begins when Cenerentola sings “Nacqui all’affanno” (I ascend the throne). It’s an affecting aria which turns into a splendid concerted rondo among the guests.\r\n\r\nTwo outstanding Rossini virtuosos star in the leading roles, mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato as Cenerentola and lyric tenor Juan Diego Florez as the Prince. And two prominent basses, Alessandro Corbelli and Luca Pisaroni, sing the roles of Magnifico and Alidoro, respectively. Fabio Luisi will conduct.\r\n\r\nTickets are $22 for adults, $18 for OLLI members, $15 for students under 18. All seats are assigned and the box office opens one hour before curtain time. Call 521-4145 or visit www.uscbcenterforthearts.com.', 'A preview of Rossini’s ‘La Cenerentola’ (Cinderella)', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-preview-of-rossinis-la-cenerentola-cinderella', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:52:55', '2014-05-15 01:52:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16438', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16441, 4, '2014-05-14 21:53:47', '2014-05-15 01:53:47', 'The Indie Film “Visitors” will be shown at USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St., on Monday, May 12 at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nThirty years after “Koyaanisqatsi,” director Godfrey Reggio — with the support of Philip Glass and Jon Kane — once again leapfrogs over earth-bound filmmakers and creates another stunning, wordless portrait of modern life. Presented by Steven Soderbergh in Black and White digital 4K projection, “Visitors” reveals humanity’s trancelike relationship with technology, which, when commandeered by extreme emotional states, produces massive effects far beyond the human species. The film is visceral, offering the audience an experience beyond information about the moment in which we live. Comprised of only 74 shots, “Visitors” takes viewers on a journey to the moon and back to confront them with themselves.\r\n\r\nTickets are adults $7, seniors $6, and students $7. Contact the box office at 843-521-4145  or email Bonnie Hargrove at bhargrov@uscb.edu, or visit them online at www.uscbcenterforthearts.com.\r\n<div></div>', 'The Indie Film Corner: ‘Visitors’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-indie-film-corner-visitors', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:53:47', '2014-05-15 01:53:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16441', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16443, 4, '2014-05-14 21:55:01', '2014-05-15 01:55:01', 'The York W. Bailey Museum at the historic Penn Center on St. Helena Island presents, “In the Footsteps of My Ancestors,” a beautiful and soul-stirring original art collection created by watercolorist and painter William Kwamena-Poh. The museum will introduce the artist and his collection at a “Meet-the-Artist” wine and cheese reception on Friday, May 16 at 6 p.m.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16444\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Serenity.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16444\" alt=\"Serenity by William Kwamena-Poh.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Serenity-300x224.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" /></a> Serenity by William Kwamena-Poh.[/caption]\r\n\r\nWilliam Kwamena-Poh is a native of Ghana, West Africa, who came to the United States in the early 1980’s and has lived in Savannah since 1995. He is an incredibly gifted self-taught artist who paints beautiful, vibrant and skillful works of art.\r\n\r\n“When looking upon William’s work, you notice immediately that he is greatly influenced by his Ghanaian culture and the love of his people and homeland,” states Victoria Smalls, Director of History, Art and Culture at Penn Center. Smalls says, “Cultural traditions look to the past for authenticity as cultural traits are handed down generation to generation. The Ghanaian, West African and Gullah Geechee cultures are one in the same and that fact is so evident in William’s work. This artist expresses his culture and has manifested it in many forms, perhaps in the cloth — a woman adorns on her body or as a headdress, in work — as a fisherman sews his cast net to catch fish for his family, in a name — on the side of the bateau a man builds to cross the water or in the sweetness expressed on a child’s beautiful brown face.  William Kwamena-Poh does this wonderfully well and as if you are viewing a beautiful photograph or postcard from Ghana.”\r\n\r\nWilliam states that “The sun’s strength is ever present, providing a colorful environment which is strongly reflected in Ghana culture..” When he visits Ghana, he takes several photographs of the places he grew up and then creates sketches that depict the natural and original feel of the scenes. He then transfers the drawing onto watercolor paper, manipulating the colors to add beautiful textures and emotional qualities of the scene.\r\n\r\nKnown internationally for his series images of women, fishermen, children and market scenes, William’s work has been featured in numerous museums and galleries. His work is collected by private and well-known public figures in the U.S. and abroad, and his award-winning works have even graced the sets of TV’s “The Cosby Show,” “Moesha,” “Living Single,” “Motown 30” and “South Central.”\r\n\r\nWilliam’s father was aware of his artistic talent; however, wanted William to follow in his footsteps in sharing the history of his people as a historian, a wish and desire William did not possess. In time, divine intervention saw both a father’s wish and a son’s protest through an altered lens.   William’s art is a gift and he shares the history and culture of his homeland and people through his paintbrush.\r\n\r\n“In the Footsteps of My Ancestors” will be on exhibit at the York W. Bailey Museum from May 16 through June 21.   The York W. Bailey Museum is located at 16 Penn Center Circle West, St. Helena Island. For more information about the museum and the exhibit, contact Penn Center at 843-838-2432 or 838-2474 or info@penncenter.com.', 'Penn Center presents ‘In the Footsteps of My Ancestors’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'penn-center-presents-in-the-footsteps-of-my-ancestors', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:55:01', '2014-05-15 01:55:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16443', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16446, 4, '2014-05-14 21:56:41', '2014-05-15 01:56:41', 'Based on interviews with 26 women, “A Piece of My Heart” intermingles the stories of women who served in the Vietnam War. The play explores their lives before, during, and after their service.\r\n\r\nThough originally written for six women and one man to play multiple characters, the abundance of talent at the auditions led director Gail Westerfield to add a chorus/ensemble to join the six named characters, and cast two All-American guys to play the men in the show — love interests, military brass, wounded GIs, and more.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16447\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/A-Piece-of-My-Heart-cast.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16447\" alt=\"The local cast members from “A Piece of My Heart.” Front row, from left: Margy Oehlert, Maria Combess, Carol Miller. Middle row: Kay Owen, Eddie Watson, Joellen Hirschey, Anne Helm. Back row: Karl Wells, Heather Szeder, Jill Sheldon, Jessica Lopes. Photo by Captured Moments Photography. \" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/A-Piece-of-My-Heart-cast-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a> The local cast members from “A Piece of My Heart.” Front row, from left: Margy Oehlert, Maria Combess, Carol Miller. Middle row: Kay Owen, Eddie Watson, Joellen Hirschey, Anne Helm. Back row: Karl Wells, Heather Szeder, Jill Sheldon, Jessica Lopes. Photo by Captured Moments Photography.[/caption]\r\n\r\nEnsemble member Carol Miller said she finds it challenging “to try to create a number of completely different characters,” among them a child with Agent Orange disease, a backup singer in a USO show, an experienced war nurse, and an idealistic young Registered Nurse.\r\n\r\nMiller, whose older brother was a Recon Marine who did two tours in Vietnam, has had many memories resurface “about that time and emotions that have been buried for a long time.” She says she’s gained new insight into how women who served were affected in the same way as their brothers in arms. Seeing the play, she feels, “will help heal some, honor others, and give some insight into women who also played a real role in the Vietnam War.”\r\n\r\nJoellen Hirschey, one of the play’s younger cast members, said, “I wanted to do this play for my grandfather,” who served in Vietnam but, like most vets, spoke little of his experience there. “When the audience applauds, I want the vets in the audience to consider that applause to be for them, because they deserve it,” she said.\r\n\r\nHirschey plays a sweet, naïve, but ultimately powerful nurse, Sissy. She feels her biggest challenge as an actor is imagining herself in a war zone. “Trying to find that fear and chaos inside yourself is a wonderful challenge and an exhausting task. My character watches men die right in front of her; getting yourself to that place without forcing it and seeming dishonest is a very difficult job.”\r\n\r\n“My character is a perfect example of how the human psyche can heal itself,” she continues. “Sissy, like many others, experienced hell on earth in Vietnam. She came out damaged in mind and body, but her inner strength is so beautiful, and I believe that inner strength is in us all: to adapt, to overcome. That is what is so beautiful about this show: we are reminded of how strong we can be.”\r\n\r\nKay Owen, who is fairly new to the stage, said she is up for the task of playing Mary Jo Kincaid, lead singer of the Sugar Candies All-Girl Band, in a play that has it all: “Romance, treachery, good guys, bad guys, drama, comedy, music, interesting characters based upon real people, and, at least for some of us, it brings back memories.”\r\n\r\nShe recalls her own opposition to the U.S. presence in Vietnam during the war, but says the play offers a sense of closure about “such a polarizing event that went on for so many years with tragic results all around.” Owen finds it “quite moving that the entire cast and crew is of one mind to tell the story of the characters’ lives truthfully and respectfully ... As my minister says, ‘You do not need to think alike to love alike.’ We all love our country.”\r\n\r\nMargy Oehlert, who is new to Beaufort but not to the stage, said she finds the play’s cast stellar. “They all have a professional attitude and have been a delight to work with. Without our fabulous teamwork, we could not be effective in telling this amazing story that needs to be told,” she said.\r\n\r\nOehlert’s character, Martha O’Neill, is a Navy nurse — a take-charge officer who finds herself unprepared to handle the devastation of the war. An educator for 30 years, Oehlert stresses the importance of learning about “a history that is not often taught.” The child of a WWII vet and the sister of a Vietnam vet who returned from service only to die young of what was likely Agent Orange disease, Oehlert finds herself now “overwhelmed with the love and duty to our country by so many veterans who have been forgotten.” She states with pride that, as Martha says, “A Piece of My Heart goes out to each one of them.”\r\n\r\nLike Oehlert, Anne Valle Helm’s favorite thing about “A Piece of My Heart” is her castmates. “The play provides a wonderful opportunity to work with an interesting, diverse group of talented people,” she says.\r\n\r\nHelm plays Whitney, a wealthy, well-educated young woman looking for an adventure who signs up with the Red Cross to be a “Donut Dolly.” Noting that the women on whom her character is based are now her age, Helm says she was moved to learn about the brave and accomplished women who served in Vietnam. “In 1968, I was carefree and hitch hiking through Europe, while she was concentrating on staying alive in a very controversial war.”\r\n\r\n“A Piece of My Heart” has further strengthened her love of her country, Helm says. And while she has found that those who served have some terrible memories of their time in Vietnam, “most of them also have stories of bonds with people and experiences that changed their lives for the better.”\r\n\r\nLike the play’s other actors, Maria Combess admires her character, a feisty former hippie-turned-nurse, Leeann, for both her strong will and her vulnerability. “I love the fact that it is a true story,” she adds. “People need to know about the women who served in Vietnam and how they were such an important part of the war, in spite of the terror and dismay they experienced.”\r\n\r\nCombess notes that, while the women who served can’t forget what they suffered, in the play they ultimately find a sense of peace. As a mother of a son, she finds it especially easy to empathize with her character’s pain and sadness at the fates of the men and boys she tries to save. While telling Leeann’s story in “A Piece of My Heart,” Combess finds satisfaction in channeling her sometimes overwhelming feelings in order to portray her.\r\n\r\n“They took care of our sweet boys,” Combess continues. “These women were the last people that some of these guys saw or talked to before they died. You couldn’t have that experience and be the same person ever again.”\r\n\r\n<b>“A Piece of My Heart” will be presented Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 18 and Sunday, May 25 at 3 p.m. at the USCB Center for the Arts, 805 Carteret Street, Beaufort. On Thursday, May 15, a special performance will honor active duty military and veterans and their families with $15 tickets with a military ID. Tickets for other performances range from $15 - $22. For more information or for tickets, call the box office at 843-521-4145 or visit www.uscbcenterforthearts.com.</b>\r\n<div><b> </b></div>', '‘A Piece of My Heart’: This play tells the stories of women who served in the Vietnam War', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-piece-of-my-heart-this-play-tells-the-stories-of-women-who-served-in-the-vietnam-war', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:57:21', '2014-05-15 01:57:21', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16446', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16450, 4, '2014-05-14 21:58:11', '2014-05-15 01:58:11', 'Four Beaufort Academy boys soccer players combined to score five goals as the Eagles shut out Northwood 5-0 in the playoffs on Monday, May 5.\r\n\r\nDrummond Koppernaes led Beaufort Academy with two goals, while George Sanford, Reyn Robinson and Clay Melville added one goal apiece.\r\n\r\nOn the defensive side, Beaufort Academy goalkeeper Ashton Guest earned the shutout. Thriving, Guest recorded three saves in goal to get the shutout during his team’s win.', 'High school soccer: Beaufort Academy blanks Northwood', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-soccer-beaufort-academy-blanks-northwood', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:58:11', '2014-05-15 01:58:11', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16450', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16452, 4, '2014-05-14 21:59:43', '2014-05-15 01:59:43', 'The Battery Creek Dolphins owned a sizable advantage in the hits column but couldn’t survive elimination versus Barnwell in the baseball playoffs on Monday, May 5. Productive Barnwell managed to double up Battery Creek, defeating the Dolphins 10-5.\r\n\r\nDespite falling and being eliminated from the postseason, Battery Creek outhit Barnwell 12-9.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek, however, couldn’t take advance of its offensive opportunities against a sound Barnwell team.\r\n\r\nFour different Battery Creek batters turned in multi-hit performances. Offensively for Battery Creek, William Powell was 3-for-4, Mark Hedrick was 2-for-3 with a double, and Michael Jennings and Zack Mahan finished 2-for-4 from the plate,\r\n\r\nWith the season-ending setback, Battery Creek dropped to 15-10.', 'High school baseball: Battery Creek boys ousted from playoffs', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-baseball-battery-creek-boys-ousted-from-playoffs', '', '', '2014-05-14 21:59:43', '2014-05-15 01:59:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16452', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16454, 4, '2014-05-14 22:00:39', '2014-05-15 02:00:39', 'The Whale Branch baseball team pulled away to win in the Class 1-A Playoffs on Monday, May 5, defeating familiar foe Hemingway 7-4.\r\n\r\nBy winning, Whale Branch improved to 14-7 overall and remained alive in the post-season.\r\n\r\nOn the mound, Whale Branch starting pitcher Ryan Green only gave up two runs on two hits. Green registered 11 strikeouts for the Warriors.\r\n\r\nIn addition to Green’s stout performance on the mound, Whale Branch also flourished offensively. More than one Whale Branch batter provided a big at-bat in the win.\r\n\r\nAt the plate, seventh-grade Sam Stewart was 2-for-2 with two RBIs while Jamar Scott was 2-for-3 with a double and a triple.', 'High school baseball: Whale Branch knocks off Hemingway', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-baseball-whale-branch-knocks-off-hemingway', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:00:39', '2014-05-15 02:00:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16454', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16456, 4, '2014-05-14 22:01:15', '2014-05-15 02:01:15', 'The Beaufort High softball team suffered a season-ending loss on Monday, May 5, falling to Lexington. In a high-scoring high school softball game, Lexington pulled away to defeat the Eagles 13-11.\r\n\r\nFollowing the loss, Beaufort High fell to 16-12, concluding the campaign with a solid winning record.\r\n\r\nBut the team had an offensive-heavy effort with Savannah Mullen, Mari Cook, Krislynn Coolong and Molly Clark delivering three hits apiece.', 'High school softball: Beaufort High Lady Eagles suffer season-ending loss', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-softball-beaufort-high-lady-eagles-suffer-season-ending-loss', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:01:15', '2014-05-15 02:01:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16456', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16458, 4, '2014-05-14 22:01:49', '2014-05-15 02:01:49', 'The Whale Branch Lady Warriors rolled in the 1-A Playoffs earlier in the week, defeating Charleston Math and Science 31-10 on Monday, May 5.\r\n\r\nDominant Whale Branch pulled away from Charleston Math and Science early on in the contest. Following the win, Whale Branch improved to 10-11.\r\n\r\nWhale Branch, making the most of its opportunities at the plate, used 12 hits and 25 walks to secure the lopsided win.\r\n\r\nThe Lady Warriors thrived both offensively and defensively.\r\n\r\nWhale Branch starting pitcher Olivia Walker earned the win. In a strong outing, Walker allowed just one hit and one earned run for the Lady Warriors.\r\n\r\nAt the plate, Walker went 4-for-5 as the team excelled in an offensive onslaught. Karen Rivers was 3-for-5 while Shanelle Webb and Autumn Moon were each 2-for-3.', 'High school softball: Lady Warriors level Charleston Math and Science ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-softball-lady-warriors-level-charleston-math-and-science', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:01:49', '2014-05-15 02:01:49', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16458', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16460, 4, '2014-05-14 22:02:24', '2014-05-15 02:02:24', 'On the softball diamond, Battery Creek survived in the Class 2-A, District 5 Playoffs on Monday, May 5, outlasting visiting Edisto 13-12 in nine innings.\r\n\r\nIn the circle, Battery Creek pitcher Kyleigh Peeples posted the win. Peeples recorded six strikeouts in nine innings for the Dolphins. The Battery Creek pitcher allowed 14 hits and two walks.\r\n\r\nEdisto pitcher Kayla Phillips suffered the loss. Phillips fanned four in the setback. The Edisto hurler walked one and hit five in the postseason matchup.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek edged Edisto 4-3 in the ninth inning to earn the win.\r\n\r\nThe Dolphins plated 13 runs on as many hits.\r\n\r\nEdisto scored 12 runs on 14 hits in the setback.\r\n\r\nOffensively for Battery Creek, Jessica Shipley and Michaux Gee each had three hits. Contributing at the plate for Battery Creek, Julianne Greer went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBIs for the Dolphins.\r\n\r\nBattery Creek notched its second win over Edisto. The Dolphins defeated Edisto 4-1 in the opening game.\r\n\r\nTaylor Proctor went 4-for-5 with a home run and six RBIs for Edisto in the loss.\r\n\r\nThe two high school softball squads combined for nine errors. Edisto committed six errors in the loss.\r\n<div></div>', 'High school softball: Dolphins outlast Edisto 13-12 in nine innings', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'high-school-softball-dolphins-outlast-edisto-13-12-in-nine-innings', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:02:24', '2014-05-15 02:02:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16460', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16462, 4, '2014-05-14 22:17:09', '2014-05-15 02:17:09', '<strong>By Lanier Laney</strong>\r\n\r\nOver the past few years, Grayco Hardware has been undergoing a dramatic transformation into Grayco Home and Hardware with the addition of beautiful decorative objects for home, garden and entertaining.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16463\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Profile-Maleia-Everidge-in-the-new-Lowcountry-Living-Showroom-at-Grayco.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16463\" alt=\"Maleia Everidge is seen in The Lowcountry Living Showroom at Grayco on Lady’s Island.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Profile-Maleia-Everidge-in-the-new-Lowcountry-Living-Showroom-at-Grayco-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a> Maleia Everidge is seen in The Lowcountry Living Showroom at Grayco on Lady’s Island.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe creation of this transformation has been a result of the hard work of Marjorie Gray and Maleia Everidge, Grayco’s in-house designer. Maleia, a North Carolina native, says, “Thanks to Marjorie, Grayco is a family owned local hardware store that has taken on a new image — not only as a place where you can find the tools to build or repair a home but beautifully decorate it as well.”\r\n\r\nThe now-gorgeous home department that was started by Marjorie as a few humble shelves in the middle of the store four years ago has expanded to an entire furniture and lamp department in the back of the store. Maleia currently oversees and buys for this “Lowcountry Living Showroom.”\r\n\r\nMarjorie hired Maleia as her co-buyer and in-house designer two years ago.\r\n\r\n”Maleia has been a very successful designer in Beaufort for years; I saw her work and loved it and what a wonderful fit it has been for us,” Marjorie said.\r\n\r\nMaleia got her design experience early, working in some of the best designer showrooms at the famous North Carolina furniture market in High Point during college.\r\n\r\nShe started her first design business in the early 2000’s, a few years after graduating from the University of North Carolina.  She also gained experience building and renovating numerous homes of her own and for friends and clients over the years. She’s a former associate of Beaufort’s prestigious M Home and Garden store on Bay Street, where she further refined her craft.\r\n\r\nMaleia “discovered” Beaufort through her good friends Francis and David Cherry. She and her husband moved here and raised three wonderful children. Zach, 21, is now at the College of Charleston; Addie, 19, attends Clemson University; and Emma, 17, goes to Beaufort Academy.\r\n\r\nSays Maleia about Beaufort, “I just love the sense of community we all have here and our beautiful setting on the coast.”\r\n\r\nMaleia has volunteered for more than 10 years with Historic Beaufort Foundation and has been an active contributor to many of the beautiful decorations at the organization’s annual soiree and other events. She is also very involved with St. Peter’s Catholic Church’s “Homes for the Holidays,” where she has decorated five acclaimed show houses.\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to her style, Maleia says, “Some people call it ‘Coastal Chic’, to me it’s more of a ‘Refined Rustic.’ For example, I’d put an elegant, modern, white lamp on a table with a driftwood finish. I love clean, modern, simple, sophisticated, and to me, the rustic part makes it approachable, warm and inviting, by using lots of natural materials and finishes and more casual and easy living for our seaside lifestyle. I like to make people feel good in a room and that it shows a part of their personality.”\r\n\r\nWith so many people redoing their beach rentals this time of the year, Maleia specializes in the “quick refresher.” She keeps up with the trends in home design and says you can do it easily (without spending a fortune) with some new graphic pillows, a pair of modern lamps and maybe a mirror.\r\n\r\nIn the Lowcountry Living Showroom, Maleia has worked hard to give customers a high-end chic look, at a great price. She points to a mirror and says, “That mirror on the wall looks exactly like a Mitchell Gold which retails for almost $1,000. Our version is $299.”\r\n\r\nThe showroom also exclusively carries one of Maleia’s favorite High Point furniture collections called Braxton and Culler, made in the USA. (It’s proved to be so popular they can barely keep it in the store!) She brought modern graphic wallpaper and fabric to the store and several new lamp lines, to name just a few. She also loves the new Benjamin Moore paint line that Grayco owner Herb Gray has added “because of their beautiful coastal colors.”\r\n\r\nIf a customer brings a picture of a room or a paint swatch to the store, Maleia will gladly give advice there. For larger jobs, she has a successful interior design business called ME Design where she does large and small residential and commercial projects.  She recently did a very beautiful re-do of Dr. Karen Eller’s office in Port Royal.   She’s been a great resource too for other top interior designers in the Lowcountry who visit her often for suggestions and help.\r\n\r\nIt’s rare to find a place like Grayco that can meet all your decorating needs — from nails to designer sofas — under one roof. And with Maleia Everidge on the team as the in-store designer, the store has hit a “home run.”\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<strong>CONTACT MALEIA: </strong><b>Call her interior design business ME Design at 843-812-1814, visit her at Grayco Hardware and Home, 136 Sea Island Parkway, Lady’s Island, SC, 843-521-8060, or email meveridge@graycoinc.com.</b>\r\n<div><b> </b></div>\r\n</div>', 'Refined Design: Meet Maleia Everidge, Grayco’s in-store home designer', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'refined-design-meet-maleia-everidge-graycos-in-store-home-designer', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:17:09', '2014-05-15 02:17:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16462', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16465, 4, '2014-05-14 22:30:07', '2014-05-15 02:30:07', '<b>BATTERY CREEK HIGH</b>\r\n\r\nBattery Creek High School’s Spring Band and Chorus Concert will be Thursday, May 15, at 7 p.m. in the John J. McVey Performing Arts Center at the school.\r\n\r\n<b>BEAUFORT ACADEMY</b>\r\n\r\n• Thursday, May 8: AP Exams continue\r\n\r\n• Thursday, May 8: Sunset Celebration for Major Donors to the Annual Fund\r\n\r\n• Friday, May 9: PreK/K Hoedown\r\n\r\n• Friday, May 9: Middle School Social\r\n\r\n• Tuesday, May 13: Middles School and Upper School Academic Awards Assemblies\r\n\r\n• Wednesday, May 14: Lower School Variety Show\r\n\r\n• Thursday, May 15: Seventh graders perform Latin plays\r\n\r\n• Save the Date for Friday, May 16: Annual Lower School Spring Fling.\r\n\r\n<b>BRIDGES PREP</b>\r\n\r\n• Exit Realty will be sponsoring all of the awards for the Bridges Sports Camp program this summer. Exit Realty has sponsored several sporting events held in Beaufort over the last four years working jointly with Bridges Athletics Director Stephen Aldred. Greg and Shelia Bennett are “very excited to assist with our inaugural summer camp and are very proud to partner with Bridges Preparatory School.” The summer camps are open to the community and for grades K-8 offering the following sports: Badminton, basketball, chess, dance, soccer, swimming, table tennis, tennis, and also a supervised camp with learning and fun activities.\r\n\r\nFor sign up information and forms, visit www.bridgesprep.org. Bridges will be using Basil Green Sports Complex, Bridges Preparatory School (1100 Boundary Street), Community Tennis Courts on Boundary Street and the Charles Lind Brown Swimming Pool.\r\n\r\n<b>COOSA ELEMENTARY</b>\r\n\r\nCAMP INVENTION is coming back. In partnership with the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Coosa Elementary School is pleased to offer the nationally-acclaimed Camp Invention program to children entering grades one through six. It’s an exciting, weeklong summer adventure in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) that’s all about big ideas. Children will work together to seek innovative solutions to real-world problems and sharpen critical 21st century learning skills as they rotate through four modules that reinvent summer fun.\r\n\r\nThis unforgettable week begins on July 7, when Karyn Levesque will direct the Camp Invention MORPHED!™ program at Coosa ES. Availability is limited, so visit www.campinvention.org or call 800-968-4332 to reserve your child’s spot today.\r\n\r\n<b>LADY’S ISLAND MIDDLE</b>\r\n\r\nLady’s Island Middle School is sponsoring its annual Spring Carnival fundraiser Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be fun for all ages and lots of food for sale.  Free games and activities such as a bounce house and a dunking booth. Baskets will be for sale for silent auction.  Free face painting and free health screening for adults. Admission will be $4 per person, or $20 for families with more than 5 people.\r\n\r\n<b>TCL</b>\r\n\r\n<b>TCL announces May ceremonies</b>\r\n\r\n• Health Sciences Pinning &amp; Recognition Ceremony\r\n\r\n(honoring graduates of the associate degree nursing and physical therapist assistant programs)\r\n\r\n1 p.m., Thursday, May 8, MacLean Hall Auditorium, TCL Beaufort Campus.\r\n\r\n<b>TCL announces 2014 Commencement speaker</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry is pleased to announce Brigadier General Lori E. Reynolds, Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and the Eastern Recruiting Region, will deliver the 2014 Commencement address. Commencement will be held at 6 p.m., Friday, May 9 at the All Weather Training Facility on Parris Island. TCL will honor nearly 330 graduates receiving associate degrees, diplomas and certificates in arts and sciences, business technologies, health sciences and industrial technologies.\r\n\r\n<i>Send information and pictures about events taking place at your school to </i>\r\n\r\n<i> theislandnews@gmail.com.</i>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16466\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"211\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BCHS-band-5-8.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16466\" alt=\"Battery Creek High School band students Jaleah Frazier and Gloria McCreary received a superior rating at solo and ensemble on Saturday, May 3, at a competition at Daniel Island Elementary School in Charleston.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BCHS-band-5-8-211x300.jpg\" width=\"211\" height=\"300\" /></a> Battery Creek High School band students Jaleah Frazier and Gloria McCreary received a superior rating at solo and ensemble on Saturday, May 3, at a competition at Daniel Island Elementary School in Charleston.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16467\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Mrs.-Erickson1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16467\" alt=\"The Beaufort Academy third graders recently toured the SC Statehouse to supplement their curriculum on South Carolina history. During the tour, they were invited to view the House of Representatives by Rep. Shannon Erickson of Beaufort since it was in session. Rep. Erickson introduced the class to the House of Representatives and discussed what she does and how the House is run. The group took part in a guided tour to learn about the history of the Statehouse, then they viewed the chambers. Pictured above are the BA third graders, their teacher Mrs. Aivaz and Rep. Shannon Erickson on the steps of the Statehouse in Columbia, SC.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Mrs.-Erickson1-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a> The Beaufort Academy third graders recently toured the SC Statehouse to supplement their curriculum on South Carolina history. During the tour, they were invited to view the House of Representatives by Rep. Shannon Erickson of Beaufort since it was in session. Rep. Erickson introduced the class to the House of Representatives and discussed what she does and how the House is run. The group took part in a guided tour to learn about the history of the Statehouse, then they viewed the chambers. Pictured above are the BA third graders, their teacher Mrs. Aivaz and Rep. Shannon Erickson on the steps of the Statehouse in Columbia, SC.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16468\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Faulkner-Robinson.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16468\" alt=\" BA was so grateful to the 40 Emeritus Board Members who attended the second Emeritus Board Breakfast. It was great to hear their support and enthusiasm about the upcoming 50th year. Pictured: George O’Kelley, Ervina Faulkner and Bill Robinson.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Faulkner-Robinson-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> BA was so grateful to the 40 Emeritus Board Members who attended the second Emeritus Board Breakfast. It was great to hear their support and enthusiasm about the upcoming 50th year. Pictured: George O’Kelley, Ervina Faulkner and Bill Robinson.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16469\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"200\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/LIMS-Citadel-Group.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16469\" alt=\"Sixth grade science teacher Ms. Beach, based on a course she was attending via the Citadel, created “The Citadel Group” at Lady’s Island Middle School. The group, as a part of a term project, created an inclusive project where the students were responsible for the concept, design, implementation and distribution of their project.  The students wanted to raise money to help support the school pantry. They did this by organizing a nursery in the school’s green house and raising seedlings and selling them at the school’s yard sale. Pictured above is Samantha Welty, Sarah Geisler  and Madyson Kytovsky.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/LIMS-Citadel-Group.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"150\" /></a> Sixth grade science teacher Ms. Beach, based on a course she was attending via the Citadel, created “The Citadel Group” at Lady’s Island Middle School. The group, as a part of a term project, created an inclusive project where the students were responsible for the concept, design, implementation and distribution of their project. The students wanted to raise money to help support the school pantry. They did this by organizing a nursery in the school’s green house and raising seedlings and selling them at the school’s yard sale. Pictured above is Samantha Welty, Sarah Geisler and Madyson Kytovsky.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16470\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/5thGrade3DTags.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16470\" alt=\"The 5th grade students at Beaufort Academy learned how to use a CAD (computer aided design) application, with help from Ms. Reilly and Mrs. Compton. Tinkercad is a web-based 3D design application that the students used to create bag tags for their book bags or luggage. They mastered many skills, such as measuring in mm, inserting text and shapes, creating negative spaces, grouping objects, and scaling. The 5th graders were very excited about the ability to go from design to print after seeing 3D printing in action at their STARBASE experience last month.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/5thGrade3DTags-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> The 5th grade students at Beaufort Academy learned how to use a CAD (computer aided design) application, with help from Ms. Reilly and Mrs. Compton. Tinkercad is a web-based 3D design application that the students used to create bag tags for their book bags or luggage. They mastered many skills, such as measuring in mm, inserting text and shapes, creating negative spaces, grouping objects, and scaling. The 5th graders were very excited about the ability to go from design to print after seeing 3D printing in action at their STARBASE experience last month.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16471\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BHS-Maureen-ButlerEdline.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16471\" alt=\"Beaufort High School is proud to announce the selection of Maureen Butler as “Support Staff Person of the Year.”  Ms. Butler had been serving as attendance clerk, and streamlined the attendance processes over several years. She now works as the registrar. She is seen above with Dean of Students Herb Glaze, and Principal Corey Murphy.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BHS-Maureen-ButlerEdline-300x146.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"146\" /></a> Beaufort High School is proud to announce the selection of Maureen Butler as “Support Staff Person of the Year.” Ms. Butler had been serving as attendance clerk, and streamlined the attendance processes over several years. She now works as the registrar. She is seen above with Dean of Students Herb Glaze, and Principal Corey Murphy.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16472\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"200\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-LIMS-car-wash2.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-16472\" alt=\"The Lady’s Island Middle School Cougar Cheerleaders recently held a car wash fundraiser at Arby’s in order to raise money for cheer camp this summer. All the cheerleaders had a great time and worked hard. Pictured at left: Faith Houston, Aby Freeman, Leigha Greene and Katherine Larrow. Other girls who attended were Emily Merritt, Sydney Weiland, Dominique Barnes and Bella Gregory.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-LIMS-car-wash2.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"150\" /></a> The Lady’s Island Middle School Cougar Cheerleaders recently held a car wash fundraiser at Arby’s in order to raise money for cheer camp this summer. All the cheerleaders had a great time and worked hard. Pictured at left: Faith Houston, Aby Freeman, Leigha Greene and Katherine Larrow. Other girls who attended were Emily Merritt, Sydney Weiland, Dominique Barnes and Bella Gregory.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16473\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Chess-Jr-high-nationals-2.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16473\" alt=\"The Beaufort Academy chess team placed 24th at the United States Chess Federation National Junior High Championship, held in Atlanta from April 25-27. 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(16470, 4, '2014-05-14 22:21:50', '2014-05-15 02:21:50', '', '5thGrade3DTags', 'The 5th grade students at Beaufort Academy learned how to use a CAD (computer aided design) application, with help from Ms. Reilly and Mrs. Compton. Tinkercad is a web-based 3D design application that the students used to create bag tags for their book bags or luggage. They mastered many skills, such as measuring in mm, inserting text and shapes, creating negative spaces, grouping objects, and scaling. The 5th graders were very excited about the ability to go from design to print after seeing 3D printing in action at their STARBASE experience last month.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', '5thgrade3dtags', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:21:50', '2014-05-15 02:21:50', '', 16465, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/5thGrade3DTags.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(16473, 4, '2014-05-14 22:29:44', '2014-05-15 02:29:44', '', 'Chess Jr high nationals 2', 'The Beaufort Academy chess team placed 24th at the United States Chess Federation National Junior High Championship, held in Atlanta from April 25-27. BA was in the K-9 (Kinder – 9th grade) Under 1,250 division, and the BA team was the only one to have all of their players of elementary school age. Overall, the tournament hosted 3,000 players from 400 teams. Pictured above: Jack McDougall, Kevin Rogers, Whit Suber and Kendra Rogers. Not pictured: G Simmons.', 'inherit', 'open', 'open', '', 'chess-jr-high-nationals-2', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:29:44', '2014-05-15 02:29:44', '', 16465, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Chess-Jr-high-nationals-2.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(16475, 4, '2014-05-14 22:30:45', '2014-05-15 02:30:45', 'The Beaufort County Board of Education approved the selection of a veteran North Carolina principal to take over as the leader of Coosa Elementary School.\r\n\r\nCharles DelForge, principal of Stony Point Elementary School in Stony Point, N.C., is a 20-year educator who began his career teaching second- and third-graders in Raeford, N.C. After two stints as an assistant principal in Raeford and Fayetteville, DelForge took over as principal of Mattamuskeet Elementary in Swan Quarter, N.C., for six years, and was principal of Mt. Gilead Elementary in Mt. Gilead, N.C., for four years. He has been principal at Stony Point Elementary for two years.\r\n\r\nDelForge replaces Carmen Dillard, who was promoted in February to become the school district’s Director of Elementary Academic Assistance.\r\n\r\n“Charles has terrific leadership skills and a solid understanding of what it takes to operate a successful school,” said Superintendent Jeffrey Moss. “He relates well not only to faculty and staff, but also to his students and their parents.  We’re excited to have him.”\r\n\r\nDelForge has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in elementary education from Appalachian State and Western Carolina universities, respectively, a master’s degree in school administration from Fayetteville State University, and an Ed.S. in school administration and supervision from East Carolina University.\r\n\r\nDuring the Coosa Elementary search process, after all applications were screened to make certain that the candidates met the basic qualifications, a screening team reviewed the applications in depth and recommended candidates for personal interviews.\r\n\r\nNext, a six-member interview committee met with the recommended candidates. That committee was comprised of a parent leader selected by the School Improvement Council, the school’s teacher of the year as selected by the faculty, a principal of a similar or “feeder” school, district Chief Instructional Services Officer Dereck Rhoads, district Chief Administrative Services and Human Resources Officer Alice Walton, and Superintendent Jeff Moss.\r\n\r\nAfter each interview, committee members rated the candidate and those ratings were submitted to the superintendent. After the selected candidate’s personal references were called and verified, a recommendation was made to the Board of Education.', 'New Coosa Elementary School principal selected', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-coosa-elementary-school-principal-selected', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:48', '2018-07-12 15:00:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16475', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16477, 4, '2014-05-14 22:32:46', '2014-05-15 02:32:46', 'Some very special Beaufort County School District teachers were treated with gift baskets of flowers, balloons and treats Friday, May 2 as Board of Education members made surprise visits to their classrooms to announce the 2014- 2015 Teachers of the Year.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16478\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BHS-Teacher-of-year-5-8.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16478\" alt=\"Congratulations to Beaufort High School’s Teacher of the Year, Ms. Shelia Cato. Ms. Cato has tirelessly advocated for students at Beaufort High for years by sponsoring the Umoja Ujima Step Team, planning numerous college visits, talent and fashion shows, and playing an integral part in the school’s annual graduation ceremonies. This year, she developed the highly successful Ladies First Club, a girls mentoring group. The school is so proud that Ms. Cato is a Beaufort High Eagle, and she richly deserves this honor. She is pictured receiving her award from Beaufort County School Board Member Michael Rivers, along with other Beaufort High School administrators.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/School-BHS-Teacher-of-year-5-8-300x146.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"146\" /></a> Congratulations to Beaufort High School’s Teacher of the Year, Ms. Shelia Cato. Ms. Cato has tirelessly advocated for students at Beaufort High for years by sponsoring the Umoja Ujima Step Team, planning numerous college visits, talent and fashion shows, and playing an integral part in the school’s annual graduation ceremonies. This year, she developed the highly successful Ladies First Club, a girls mentoring group. The school is so proud that Ms. Cato is a Beaufort High Eagle, and she richly deserves this honor.<br />She is pictured receiving her award from Beaufort County School Board Member Michael Rivers, along with other Beaufort High School administrators.[/caption]\r\n\r\nSchool Teachers of the Year are selected by their peers according to criteria established by the schools, the South Carolina Department of Education and the district’s Teacher Forum. Next fall, the teachers honored today will be eligible for District Teacher of the Year honors.\r\n\r\n“The teachers we’re honoring today have been selected by their peers, which makes their recognitions very special indeed,” said Board of Education Chairman Bill Evans.  “It’s an outstanding group who should serve as terrific representatives and role models for the many wonderful teachers we have across our district.”\r\n\r\n“The board and I look forward to this day each year,” said Superintendent Jeff Moss. “Great teachers are the keys to great students.”\r\n\r\nHere are some of the 2014-2015 Beaufort County Teachers of the Year:\r\n\r\n• Makela Wilson: Battery Creek High\r\n\r\n• Debra Manyin: Beaufort Elementary\r\n\r\n• Sheila Cato: Beaufort High\r\n\r\n• Patricia Fidrych: Beaufort Middle\r\n\r\n• Lt. Col. John Carothers: Bluffton High School\r\n\r\n• Sharon McMahon: Bluffton Middle\r\n\r\n• Debra Graf: Broad River Elementary\r\n\r\n• Nancy Norris: Coosa Elementary\r\n\r\n• Anthony Smith: H.E. McCracken Middle School\r\n\r\n• Annette Lee: Hilton Head Island High School\r\n\r\n• Steven Moe: HHI Middle School\r\n\r\n• Cindy McKain: Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary\r\n\r\n• Lori Baggett: Lady’s Island Elementary\r\n\r\n• Eric Mohrman: Lady’s Island Middle\r\n\r\n• Robin Berkeley: M.C. Riley Elementary\r\n\r\n• Carol Pringle: Mossy Oaks Elementary\r\n\r\n• Maryanne Cherry: Okatie Elementary\r\n\r\n• Caroleen Hodge: Port Royal Elementary\r\n\r\n• Christina Cook: Pritchardville Elementary\r\n\r\n• Michelle Morrison: Red Cedar Elementary\r\n\r\n• Bob Prawel: Robert Smalls Middle\r\n\r\n• Christina Johnson: St. Helena Elementary\r\n\r\n• Michelle Henry: Whale Branch Elementary\r\n\r\n• Amy Simmons: Whale Branch Middle School\r\n\r\n• Yolanda Saunders-Polk: Whale Branch Early College High School\r\n\r\n• Brad Childress: Beaufort Jasper Academy for Career Excellence', 'School board announces 2014-15 teachers of the year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-board-announces-2014-15-teachers-of-the-year', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:00:48', '2018-07-12 15:00:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16477', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16480, 4, '2014-05-14 22:35:29', '2014-05-15 02:35:29', 'In the time it takes you to read this story, five people in the United States had a heart attack. If that doesn’t get your attention, consider this sobering statistic: every minute, someone dies from a heart disease-related event.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16481\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Health-Drs-Shook-Smalheiser.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16481\" alt=\"Drs. Stuart Smalheiser and M. Shannon Shook will be talking about heart health.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Health-Drs-Shook-Smalheiser-300x200.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a> Drs. Stuart Smalheiser and M. Shannon Shook will be talking about heart health.[/caption]\r\n\r\nAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost half of Americans have at least one key risk factor for heart disease.\r\n\r\nTo help you understand your risk, Beaufort Memorial Hospital is presenting “Wholehearted Health: Tips for Your Ticker” on Thursday, May 15 in the Lakehouse at Sun City.\r\n\r\nDuring the free seminar, board-certified BMH cardiologists Drs. Stuart Smalheiser and M. Shannon Shook will talk about medical conditions and lifestyle choices that make you susceptible to coronary disease and steps you can take to improve your heart health.\r\n\r\nThe program will begin with a wine and cheese reception at 4:30 p.m., the presentation at 5, and a time for audience questions after the discussion.\r\n\r\n”Coronary artery disease is the most common type of heart disease,” said Dr. Smalheiser, a cardiologist with Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group. “Your chances of developing the disease increase if you have diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure or if you have a close family member who had heart disease at an early age.”\r\n\r\nYou’re also at greater risk if you’re a man older than age 45 or a woman older than 55. While you can’t do anything about your age or family history, there are interventions you can make to help improve your chances of staying healthy. Eating a nutritious diet, exercising, controlling the stress in your life and managing your blood pressure and weight can help you avoid heart problems.\r\n\r\nLowering cholesterol levels is important because the buildup of cholesterol, called plaque, on the inner walls of your arteries reduces the flow of blood to your heart. Most heart attacks happen when a blood clot suddenly cuts off the heart’s blood supply.\r\n\r\nThe “Wholehearted Health” seminar is free and open to the public, both Sun City residents and non-residents, but seating is limited and registration is required. To register, call 522-5585.', 'Wholehearted health: Cardiologists offer tips for your ticker ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'wholehearted-health-cardiologists-offer-tips-for-your-ticker', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:35:29', '2014-05-15 02:35:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16480', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16483, 4, '2014-05-14 22:37:41', '2014-05-15 02:37:41', '[caption id=\"attachment_16484\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"210\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Bob-n-Melina-picture.jpeg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16484\" alt=\"Bob and Melina Cunningham\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Bob-n-Melina-picture-210x300.jpeg\" width=\"210\" height=\"300\" /></a> Bob and Melina Cunningham[/caption]\r\n\r\nLocal Merry Maids owners Melina and Bob Cunningham are expanding their operations with the purchase of another Merry Maids office in the San Jose area of Northern California. The Cunninghams opened their first franchise in 1985 in Mountain View, Ca. With their move to Beaufort in 2007, they opened the Beaufort office in 2008 and then went on to add offices in Charleston, SC and Gilroy, Ca. Along with their business partner in California, they now have five offices and are the third largest owners in the Merry Maids international franchise organization. Merry Maids is the largest housecleaning company in the U.S. and Canada with over 800 offices.\r\n<div></div>', 'Local Merry Maids expands', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'local-merry-maids-expands', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:37:41', '2014-05-15 02:37:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16483', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16486, 4, '2014-05-14 22:39:15', '2014-05-15 02:39:15', '<b>Upcoming Events\r\n</b><b>Business After Hours: </b>Thursday, May 8, 5:30 to 7 p.m., hosted by Summit Place of Beaufort, 1119 Pick Pocket Plantation Drive, Beaufort. Free, all are welcome. The chamber is collecting books for students at St. Helena Elementary School, so bring your favorite new or gently used children’s books to donate to the school’s library.\r\n\r\n<b>Coffee With Colleagues: </b>Friday, May 16, 8:30 to 9:30, hosted by CAPA’s Closet, 1340 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Free networking opportunity for members. Bring business cards!\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16487\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Biz-of-Week-Corps-store.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16487\" alt=\"Each week, the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce chooses a chamber business to honor and surprises them with a free lunch courtesy of Sonic of Beaufort. The Business of the Week is The Corps Store.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Biz-of-Week-Corps-store-300x223.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"223\" /></a> Each week, the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce chooses a chamber business to honor and surprises them with a free lunch courtesy of Sonic of Beaufort. The Business of the Week is The Corps Store.[/caption]', 'The Chamber Corner', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-chamber-corner-19', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:39:15', '2014-05-15 02:39:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16486', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16489, 4, '2014-05-14 22:40:14', '2014-05-15 02:40:14', '<b>Several vehicle break-ins under investigation </b><b> </b>\r\n\r\nSunday, May 4, Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to four vehicle break-in incidents in the Marsh Hawk Plantation community located on Lady’s Island. iPhones and wallets were stolen. A resident also reported the theft of a white 2010 Honda Accord from the driveway. Aside from the stolen Honda Accord, all of the vehicles were unlocked. These incidents are believed to have occurred overnight.\r\n\r\nTo report crime, citizens can call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC (274-6372) or text the word TIPSC with a message to CRIMES (274637).\r\n\r\n<b>BJWSA has customer appreciation day </b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority  (BJWSA) will hold its annual customer appreciation day on Friday, May 9 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Customers are invited to stop by BJWSA’s main campus at 6 Snake Road in Okatie for hot dogs, giveaways, and a raffle. BJWSA staff will also be on hand to talk about drinking water related issues and visit with customers.\r\n\r\nCustomer appreciation day coincides with National Drinking Water Week, an annual celebration of our most precious natural resource. This year’s Drinking Water Week theme is “What do you know about H20?”.\r\n\r\nFor more information, please contact Matthew Brady, communications manager, at 987-9213 or by email at matthewb@bjwsa.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Sheriff’s Office investigating robbery </b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred May 1 at a Lady’s Island convenience store.\r\n\r\nJust before 11 p.m., deputies responded to the Tiger Express (1 Fairfield Road) in reference to a robbery occurring moments earlier. Upon arrival, contact was made with two employees who advised that the store had just been robbed at gunpoint by two unknown males.\r\n\r\nThe female employee reported that she had been outside smoking a cigarette when two black males, both armed with handguns, suddenly approached her and forced her back inside the store. Once inside, the suspects held her and a male employee at gunpoint and demanded cash.\r\n\r\nAfter taking an undisclosed amount of money from the register, both suspects fled the store in an unknown direction. Neither employee sustained any injuries as a result of the incident.\r\n\r\nThe suspects were each described as black males between 16-19 years of age, both approximately 5’07”-5’11” and approximately 155 lbs. Both were wearing all-black clothing and black bandanas over their faces. One reportedly was wearing a black “skully” cap, and the other had an “afro” style haircut, according to witnesses.\r\n\r\nThe Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information to contact either Investigator Sgt. A. Boland at 843-255-3707 or Crimestoppers.\r\n\r\n<b>SCDMV announces holiday closings </b>\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will be closed on Friday, May 9 in observance of the Confederate Memorial Day and Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day state holidays. Offices that offer Saturday services will be open on May 17.\r\n\r\nPlease remember that the days before and after a holiday are often extremely busy at DMV. Customers may want to choose another time to visit their local DMV office or process their transactions online at www.scdmvonline.com.\r\n<div></div>', 'News briefs', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'news-briefs-84', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:40:14', '2014-05-15 02:40:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16489', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16491, 4, '2014-05-14 22:40:50', '2014-05-15 02:40:50', 'A two-day commemoration will reveal the identity of the only Confederate soldier interred at the Beaufort National Cemetery identified as unknown.\r\n\r\nFriday, May 9 at 6 p.m. outside at the USCB Center for the Arts will be a dry encampment of Confederate re-enactors, live music, and an informal talk on a Civil War era medicine. At  7 p.m. inside the Center for the Arts will be a symposium on the life of Pvt. Haywood Treadwell, the recently identified unknown Confederate soldier. Tickets are $10 and available at 843-521-4145 or www.uscbcenterforthearts.com.\r\n\r\nOn Saturday, May 10, at 10 a.m., there will be an unveiling of the new gravestone for Pvt. Treadwell by Treadwell descendants.', 'Commemoration identifies unknown soldier', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'commemoration-identifies-unknown-soldier', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:40:50', '2014-05-15 02:40:50', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16491', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16493, 4, '2014-05-14 22:41:24', '2014-05-15 02:41:24', 'The Beaufort County Division of Solid Waste and Recycling is holding a special Electronic Goods Collection and Document Shredding event Saturday, May 17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at two locations.\r\n\r\nResidents are encouraged to bring their broken computers, televisions, and other electronic items for recycling.  S.C. Law 48-60, enacted last year, prohibits dumping electronic items in the landfill or at County Convenience Centers. Secure shredding of residential documents will also be provided at no charge.\r\n\r\nThe public can take items to the Public Works North site at 140 Shanklin Road near the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, and the Public Works South site at 9 Benton Field Road off Burnt Church Road, Bluffton.\r\n\r\nIf you have questions concerning the Electronics or Shredding Event, please call Carol Murphy at the Solid Waste and Recycling Division at 843-255-2734 or www.bcgov.net/recycle.\r\n<div></div>', 'County offers recycling, shredding event', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'county-offers-recycling-shredding-event', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:41:24', '2014-05-15 02:41:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16493', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(16495, 4, '2014-05-14 22:47:15', '2014-05-15 02:47:15', 'The May meeting of the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association will consist of a political forum for Mr. Jim Beckert and Mr. George Wright, who are competing in the June 10 primary election to be the Republican candidate for the office of Beaufort County Auditor in the November general election.\r\n\r\nThe present auditor, Sharon Burris, who has held the office since 1997, has not declared her intention to seek re-election and no one has filed to run for the office as a Democrat.\r\n\r\nThe meeting is open to the public and will be at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 13 in the Beaufort County Association of Realtor’s Headquarters in the Palmetto Business Park on Lady’s Island Drive.\r\n<p align=\"center\"><b>JIM BECKERT</b></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><b>Candidate for Beaufort County Auditor</b></p>\r\nI made the decision to offer myself as candidate for the Beaufort County Auditor position because the current office is struggling with priorities, performance, and community creditability.  I possess the experience and background to make a difference in these vital areas.  As an elected official, business leader, and retired reserve officer, I live by three cornerstone principles being fair, honest and transparent.  As a leader, I do my own research to define the critical issues, involve stakeholders for input, and measure performance to build thoughtful plans, analyze results, design improvements for maximum benefit, verify outcomes and keep targeted control over the process for continued improvement.\r\n\r\nAs a community leader on the Beaufort County School Board, I was elected as a change agent focusing on parent choice, fiscal responsibility, accountability and district transparency.  Standing out as one of the most outspoken members, I have been able to shape discussion at the board leadership level on a number of major funding and public policy topics.\r\n\r\nBased on my background and experience with technology, I started the discussion to change the district’s technology plan and built unanimous board support for my proposal that has resulted in over 1,000 additional devices being purchased and made available to students in school year 2015 for the same amount of money.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, I started out as the sole voice focused on changing the capacity of the new elementary school in Bluffton.  The original concept was a K-5 school and I proposed a K-8 school.  This made sense because the school would be at projected capacity within 4 years.  That change now addresses the middle school capacity bottleneck and gives greater capacity for the elementary school age population.  That proposal also passed with a unanimous vote.\r\n\r\nThese examples and others demonstrate my ability to lead, build support, and shape public policy decisions using sound business experience developed over a 25 year business career.  I will bring that same energy and focus to the Auditor’s Office.  I will approach the Auditor’s Office as I have the school board and our family business.  Under my leadership the work will start in the following areas.\r\n\r\n<b>Accountability and Transparency:  </b>Serving as the taxpayer advocate, I will correct the system reliability problems and the integrity of the property information collected and reported on tax bills through that process.  I will develop a strategic plan establishing goals and objectives with time lines for process improvement in the areas of operations, intradepartmental processes, staff development, and leadership.  Starting on day one, I will engage all stakeholders to change the process to reduce duplicated effort and streamline the work process to improve taxpayer service.  As advocate and leader, I plan to have regularly scheduled business hours at all Auditor office locations in the county to hear and address taxpayer concerns.\r\n\r\n<b>Communications:</b>  I will inform, educate and empower the taxpayer with posted easy step by step processes to complete their property reporting.  I will regularly give updates and report the progress of the strategic plan that will improve county operations, service to the taxpayer and government accountability.  I will work closely with all public entities in the county to streamline and improve the mil setting process around the budget and to improve their budget projections.\r\n\r\n<b>Execute the Duties:</b>  As one of three officers needed to ensure adequate checks and balances, I will work to restore and maintain that system in county government.  As Auditor, I will work with the other two offices to detect deficient controls and duplicated effort.  That responsibility includes monitoring the accurate reporting of taxpayer property.\r\n\r\n<b>Operations:</b>  I will run the office like a business.  When there is a problem I will DEFINE the problem, ANALYZE the issue, establish MEASUREMENTS for performance, DESIGN the process to prevent reoccurrence, TRAIN the staff to the higher standard of performance and VERIFY results while continually looking for ways to improve the process. This effort will ensure system reliability and data integrity while collecting the revenue to run our government.\r\n\r\nI have the business experience and reputation as a community leader to effectively create positive change in the Auditor’s office. I will place the taxpayer at the center of any decision making.  It’s time for a new independent strategy from outside of government to come in and address the ongoing issues with a fresh approach.\r\n\r\nOn June 10<sup>th</sup>, I’m asking you to vote for Jim Beckert for Auditor.\r\n\r\n<b>Note</b>: The above article was prepared by Mr. Beckert in response to a request by LIBPA for an article on the subject of his choice as a method of allowing the members of the community to become better informed regarding the candidates for the County Auditor.\r\n<p align=\"center\"></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\"><b>GEORGE WRIGHT</b></p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">Candidate for Beaufort County Auditor</p>\r\n<p align=\"center\">I am George Wright, a retired Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant who has been a resident of Beaufort County for almost 40 years.  I was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. I enlisted in the Marine Corps directly out of high school in 1972.  While serving this great county I trained pilots and support personal on the F-4J/S aircraft.  After retiring from the Marine Corps in 1992 I went to work for Vanguard Enterprises, a plastic tubing manufacturing plant, in northern Beaufort County.  I started in the production department and worked my way up the “corporate ladder” to become the company’s Logistics Manager.  In 2001 the manufacturing plant shut down.</p>\r\n In 2001, I became an employee with the Beaufort County Purchasing Department.  In 2003, I requested a transfer to the County’s Information Technology (IT) Department because of my expertise in training personnel.  I was welcomed by the IT Department to be able to train County employees in basic skills of computer literacy.\r\n\r\nI have worked for Beaufort County for almost 13 years and have extensive experience working with the Auditor’s Office for the last 10 years.  I helped implement the Auditor’s new tax software, performed their daily duties and trained them in their procedural guidelines.  Just recently I developed a process for them to be able to mass input values for watercraft accounts which will save them over 3 months of manual data entry.\r\n\r\nThe current Auditor claims that the problems within the Auditor’s Office stems from the tax software.   There’s nothing wrong with the tax software that the Auditor’s Office uses.   It’s the leadership within the Auditor’s office that really concerns me and it should concern you.\r\n\r\nHow can any organization (office) attempt to successfully complete their mission when they don’t have the proper supervision, reinforcement of the training or the proper tools to do their job? The Beaufort County Auditor’s Office has a leadership problem.   It is totally non-existent!  I will provide that leadership.\r\n\r\nOver a year ago I decided enough was enough and it was time to make a change in the Auditor’s Office.  I started taking note of all the good, the bad and the ugly that was taking place within the Auditor’s Office.  There’s very little good, a whole lot of bad and too much ugly.  I have 4 primary initiatives as County Auditor.\r\n\r\nMy first initiative is <b>“Five Star Customer Service”</b>:  I can only think of two reasons why you should ever have to go to the Auditor’s Office.   <b><i>If</i> </b>you have to contact the Auditor’s Office <b><i>YOU</i></b> will receive prompt and courteous service whether in person, by phone or by email.\r\n\r\nMy second initiative is <b>“Increased Transparency</b>”:  I will publish procedures, policies, forms and instructions how to fill out their forms on line.  You will be able to go on line to handle your business with the Auditor’s Office without even leaving the comfort your home.\r\n\r\nMy third initiative is <b>“Property Account Cleanup”</b>:   Last year the Auditor’s Office was responsible for generating over 330,000 tax bills that had to be collected on.  Think of the postage involved in sending out over 330,000 bills.  That’s almost <b><i>$160,000</i></b> in postage alone!  More than 2% of those tax bills were returned to the Treasurer’s Office because of a bad address.  Why did Auditor’s Office knowingly mail out tax bills with bad addresses?  Is the Auditor’s Office required to send out the bill?  Yes, they are.  But why did the Auditor’s Office not attempt to correct the bad addresses?  Think of the postage wasted.  Also, last year, at least 6% of the tax bills mailed out had to be adjusted throughout the course of the year.  That’s over 17,000 bills that had to be adjusted.  Twenty five percent of those adjustments were a result of the Assessor’s Office applying a new 4% Legal Residence Assessment or other exemptions that the taxpayer qualified for on their real property.  The remaining 75% of those adjustments were a result of the Auditor’s Office applying improper values to accounts that were personal property.\r\n\r\nMy fourth initiative is <b>“Streamlining the Effectiveness between the Auditor, Assessor and Treasurer Offices”</b>:<b>  </b> Currently there is a strained relationship between the Assessor and the Auditor and there is a strained relationship between the Treasurer and the Auditor.  The problem is not the Assessor or the Treasurer.  It is the Auditor!  I will work with the Assessor and Treasurer offices to effectively serve you the taxpayer.\r\n\r\nAs Auditor I will begin implementing new innovative programs.  Here are a few examples of those programs I will implement:\r\n\r\nYou will be able to apply for the vehicle high mileage exemption, if you qualify, without having to come to the Auditor’s Office.  You will be able to apply for the exemption either on line or by mail.\r\n\r\nUnder the Soldiers and Sailors Relief Act military personal stationed in Beaufort County will be able to apply for a personal property exemption without having to come to Auditor’s Office.  Military personnel will be able to apply for the personal property exemption either on line or by mail.\r\n\r\nResidents of Beaufort County who enroll their children into Beaufort County schools will be notified that they have 45 days to register their vehicle in South Carolina and pay Beaufort County taxes if they are driving around with an out-of-state license plate.  They have to realize that the schools get a large part of the tax dollars collected.  It is unfair to other Beaufort County taxpayers for them to send their children to Beaufort County schools and not pay Beaufort County taxes on their vehicle.\r\n\r\nI will enforce within the Auditor’s Office how important it is that in a technological world that you must have a deep understanding of the technology so you can make the right decisions.  As a leader, it’s not enough about hiring people who knows what has to be done, but how it has to be accomplished.\r\n\r\nI look forward to serving you as the Beaufort County Auditor.\r\n\r\n<em><b>Note:</b> The above article was prepared by Mr. Wright in response to a request by LIBPA for an article on the subject of his choice as a method of allowing the members of the community to become better informed regarding the candidates for the County Auditor.  </em>\r\n\r\n<b> </b>', 'LIBPA sponsors forum for candidates for county auditor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'libpa-sponsors-forum-for-candidates-for-county-auditor', '', '', '2014-05-14 22:47:15', '2014-05-15 02:47:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16495', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16505, 4, '2014-05-14 23:25:41', '2014-05-15 03:25:41', '[caption id=\"attachment_16506\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-3.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16506\" alt=\"Debbie and Greg Smith of Lexington, SC, prove that food served up during A Taste of Beaufort was “finger lickin’ good.” Photo by Bob Sofaly.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-3-300x217.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"217\" /></a> Debbie and Greg Smith of Lexington, SC, prove that food served up during A Taste of Beaufort was “finger lickin’ good.” Photo by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16523\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-10.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16523\" alt=\"It was full speed ahead as runners of all ages braved the Richard V. 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Photo by Bob Sofaly.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-4-199x300.jpg\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" /></a> Jennifer Mader of Plums makes a fried soft-shell crab sandwich during the annual Taste of Beaufort last Saturday. Looking on is Chip Dinkins, also of Plums. Photo by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16525\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16525\" alt=\"Members of the Amber and the Fossils band entertain the crowed during the annual Taste of Beaufort on Saturday at the Waterfront Park. Photo by Bob Sofaly.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-1-300x214.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" /></a> Members of the Amber and the Fossils band entertain the crowed during the annual Taste of Beaufort on Saturday at the Waterfront Park. 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Photo by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16527\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-7.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16527\" alt=\"Trophies for A Taste of Beaufort’s  5K run were replicas of Atlantic Blue crabs. Photo by Bob Sofaly. \" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-7-300x163.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"163\" /></a> Trophies for A Taste of Beaufort’s 5K run were replicas of Atlantic Blue crabs. 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Photo by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16529\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"237\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-9.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16529\" alt=\"Mounds of freshly cut watermelon were on hand for participants in the annual Taste of Beaufort’s 5K run on Saturday morning. Photo by Bob Sofaly.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Taste-9-237x300.jpg\" width=\"237\" height=\"300\" /></a> Mounds of freshly cut watermelon were on hand for participants in the annual Taste of Beaufort’s 5K run on Saturday morning. 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(16508, 4, '2014-05-14 23:45:32', '2014-05-15 03:45:32', '<b>By Lanier Laney</b>\r\n\r\n<b>Alison and Dr. Mark Guilloud</b>, who started the Animal Medical Center of the Lowcountry 25 years ago, gave a party last Saturday, May 3, celebrating the milestone for all their clients — both two-legged and four-legged. Dr. Mark credits his wife Alison with the 25 year success of his practice. “Alison has a great deal to do with a smoothly run practice. She does everything from payroll to kennel care. She has always been my biggest cheerleader and motivator.” He also gives credit to his hard-working staff. “Without my superstar staff, our daily routine would be close to chaos. They are always in tune, very obviously they have a way of making everyone feel special.” And he described his new associate, <b>Dr. Wreden</b>, as intelligent and confident.\r\n\r\nThe job is still interesting after 25 years because, adds Dr. Guilloud with a smile, “You never know what’s coming through that door.”\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16509\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1719.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16509\" alt=\"From left: Alison and Dr. Mark Guilloud, Marvin and Campbell Dukes.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1719-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> From left: Alison and Dr. Mark Guilloud, Marvin and Campbell Dukes.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1713.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16549\" alt=\"IMG_1713\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1713-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16550\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1717.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16550\" alt=\"Part of the Animal Medical Center team, from left: Ashley Murdoch, Dr. Mark Guilloud, Stephanie Klonis and Maloney Thull. \" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1717-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> Part of the Animal Medical Center team, from left: Ashley Murdoch, Dr. Mark Guilloud, Stephanie Klonis and Maloney Thull.[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1710.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16551\" alt=\"IMG_1710\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1710-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1709.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16552\" alt=\"IMG_1709\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1709-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1706.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16553\" alt=\"IMG_1706\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_1706-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Animal Medical Center of the Lowcountry celebrates 25 years', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'animal-medical-center-of-the-lowcountry-celebrates-25-years', '', '', '2014-05-14 23:45:32', '2014-05-15 03:45:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16508', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16511, 4, '2014-05-14 23:28:46', '2014-05-15 03:28:46', '<b>By Lanier Laney</b>\r\n\r\nThe second fundraiser for the <b>Spanish Moss Trail</b> held at Breakwater Restaurant on Sunday, May 4, was a sell out. Actually, it over-sold out, showing the popularity of both the Spanish Moss Trail and special events at Breakwater. This one featured dozens of delicious Spanish tapas prepared especially by <b>Chef Beth Shaw</b> along with <b>Sous</b> <b>Chefs Skye and Megan</b> for the occasion.  Plus, several yummy Spanish-themed drinks were served. Money raised will go toward connecting the next segment of the rail trail from 15th street in Port Royal to the existing segments.\r\n\r\nFounder of the nonprofit Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail and volunteer Executive Director <b>Dean Moss</b> said that if all goes as planned and the county finishes their segment on schedule, that everyone will be able to bike, hike or stroll from Port Royal all the way to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort by the end of the summer. What an accomplishment! And big thanks go to Breakwater owners <b>Gary and Donna Lang</b>, Beth Shaw along with the staff of Breakwater, and the great local band <b>Blue Mudd</b>, and to everyone who attended this event for their donations and contributions to the building of this great addition to our community. 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(16537, 4, '2014-05-14 23:40:51', '2014-05-15 03:40:51', '<b>By Lanier Laney</b>\r\n\r\nIn 1862, <b>Laura Towne</b>, a member of the First Unitarian Church in Philadelphia, travelled to St. Helena Island to work with thousands of people newly freed from slavery and helped found Penn Center. During the last decade, <b>Rev. Nan L. White</b>, who founded the Beaufort branch of the Unitarian Universalist Church 15 years ago, has actively engaged members of her faith, both locally, regionally, and nationally, in support of Penn Center on all levels from volunteering to fundraising.  Her church has also been recognized for its volunteer work throughout the Beaufort area, whether tutoring students, feeding the hungry, nurturing local organic farming or cleaning trash from the roads and waterways.\r\n\r\nAfter 15 years, Rev. Nan is moving on to a new congregation in another part of the country, as is the Unitarian tradition. There was a Celebration of Thanks this past Saturday, May 3, at Penn Center as a goodbye party for Rev. Nan for all she has done for the community and several hundred people turned out from all over the region. Rev. Nan and her spouse Sam Ballenger received bricks with their names on them to be included as part of the expanding church building. Nan also received a portrait that will be hung in the church as she was the founding “mother of the church” and its first pastor. She was also honored by Penn Center and inducted into the 1862 Circle last year.\r\n\r\nThank you, Rev. Nan, for all you did for Beaufort. Your big heart will be missed. Here are some pics from the event.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16538\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Key-Hanks-Jerri-Meisner-Rev.-Nan-L.-White-Sam-Ballenger.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16538\" alt=\"Key Hanks, Jerri Meisner, Rev. Nan L. 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(16555, 4, '2014-05-15 07:19:02', '2014-05-15 11:19:02', '<b>Volunteers can help build local oyster reef</b>\r\n\r\nCoastal Conservation Association (CCA), SC’s Topwater Action Campaign and SCDNR’s SCORE program need help with the Beaufort County Oyster Reef Habitat Build on Thursday, May 15, from 2 to 5 p.m. They will depart from Whitehall Landing on Lady’s Island. The build and restoration part of the SCORE program works with local citizen groups to conduct actual habitat restoration projects and to monitor the success of those efforts. To volunteer or for more information, contact CCA SC by calling 803-865-4164 or email hsmith@ccasouthcarolina.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Local Colonial Dames chapter holds meeting</b>\r\n\r\nThe Dr. Henry Woodward Chapter of the Colonial Dames XVII Century will meet at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 15.  The meeting will be held at the home of Priscilla Dukes located at 29 Burckmyer Drive, Lady’s Island, SC. 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For more information, please call 843-522-0476 or e-mail at kkouzmanoff@uhs-pruitt.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Sea Island Quilters will meet at Praise Assembly</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Quilters will meet on Thursday, May 15 at 6 p.m. at Praise Assembly, 800 Parris Island Gateway. Anita Bowen will show attendees how to “Jump Start Your Creativity.” A family picnic is planned for June, a game night at The Haven in July  and an Ice Cream Social at Habersham in August. For details, contact program chairperson Debi Bacon 757-3416.\r\n\r\n<b>Simran Singh’s Rebel Road comes to Beaufort</b>\r\n\r\nTheraVista and ONE Yoga Sanctuary welcome Simran Singh to Beaufort on Sunday, May 18. Have you ever wished to live the adventure of a lifetime? What if that is your true birthright? Are you ready to be a rebel in your own life, diving into the greatest, most courageous unknown parts of you? Simran Singh is sparking this experience everywhere she goes by sharing a mix of story, humor and song, while bringing together individuals within communities to share, inspire and be inspired in an interactive rich experience of community, unity and ONEness. This is the journey of darkness to light and the necessary essence and beauty of both, showing how similar, connected and one we truly are. Simran will speak at the 10 a.m. service at Universalist Unitarian Fellowship on Sams Point Road, followed by the Rebel Road and Panel Discussion from noon to 2:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchase recommended online at www.therebelroad.com/66shows. Reception to follow at TheraVista 263 Brickyard Point Road South. Call 812-1328 or email theravista@gmail.com to RSVP.\r\n\r\n<b>Program talks mental health in Lowcountry</b>\r\n\r\nThe Mental Health Access Coalition of Beaufort County announces the second in a series of public conversations on “Creating Community Solutions for Mental Health in the Lowcountry”, to be held on Saturday, May 17 at Okatie Elementary School, 53 Cherry Point Road, Okatie, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free but registration is required. The public is invited to participate in a moderated dialogue to discuss how mental health issues affect our communities. To register, contact Sarah Eliasoph at NAMI Beaufort County, 832-681-2200 ext. 1# or nami@hargray.com.\r\n\r\n<b>AAUW Beaufort branch meets at Talbots </b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will meet on Tuesday, May 20, at 6 p.m. at Talbots in Newcastle Square. They will award the 2014 Mature Woman Scholarship. Dinner will be catered by Debbi Covington. Talbots will provide wardrobe tips for summer wear and have modeling of some of their newest styles, and members will have private shopping time at the store. All members and new members are invited to join the organization, which works to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. For details, contact Dr. Diana Steele at 843-522-2796 or steele.diana@comcast.net.\r\n\r\n<b>United Way accepts </b><b>home repair applicat</b><b>ions </b>\r\n\r\nThe United Way of the Lowcountry is now accepting applications for the Catholic HEART Work Camp program. Now in its 16th year, this program is conducted by United Way of the Lowcountry in partnership with The Catholic HEART Work camp as an effort to achieve one of its strategic priorities — to provide safe shelter for people who live and work in Beaufort and Jasper counties. From June 23-26, more than 300 high school students from around the country will work on various minor repair projects and yard cleanup from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. each day while being housed in Hardeeville. There are 63 slots available in Beaufort and Jasper counties. Local non-profit agencies, organizations and churches are encouraged to send referrals of people in need of simple home repairs to Bethany Marcinkowski at United Way of The Lowcountry, 843-837-2000 or bethanym@uwlowcountry.org. Volunteers for the program are also needed and the deadline to apply is May 16.\r\n\r\n<b>Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament to be held</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament sponsored by DuPriest Construction Co. will be on Saturday, June 14. It will be held at the Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat Island. This is a 4 person scramble, Captain’s Choice format starting at 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit USC Scholarship Athletes. Entry fee of $100 per player includes a green fee and golf cart, gift bag, sausage or chicken biscuits for breakfast,  awards lunch, beverages (on the course), and hole contests and prizes. If you would like to play or get a team together, please call Linda McCarty at 843-521-1445 or send to Beaufort County Gamecock Club, 2 Carolina Lane, Beaufort, SC 29907.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Citadel Club holds coaches night</b>\r\n\r\nThe annual Beaufort Citadel Club Coaches night will be held on Tuesday, June 3 at the Beaufort Yacht &amp; Sailing Club at 30 Yacht Club Drive, Lady’s Island. The new Citadel Football Head Coach Mike Houston will be the guest speaker, along with members of his staff. Coach Houston ended 2013 with a school-record 13 wins and a trip to the Division II national championship game.. The social begins at 6 p.m., followed by a Lowcountry Boil served at 7 p.m. Dress is casual and cost is $15 per person or $20 per couple. RSVP to Chris Gibson at 843-522-2020; cgibson@insuranceserv.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Church of Christ holding revival</b>\r\n\r\nThe public is invited to the Beaufort Church of Christ, “Where All the Doors Swing Loose on Welcome Hinges to You and to Yours!” for the Gospel Meeting  and Revival, June 8 to 13. The theme is “A Pure Fountain But A Contaminated Stream” Proverbs 3:5-6. Guest speaker will be Brother Samuell Pounds, Minister from Winter Haven, Fla. Sunday, June 8 is Family &amp; Friends Day, services are 11:15 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 9 through Friday, June 13, services will be 7:30 p.m. All services are held at the Beaufort Church of Christ, 170 Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort, SC, 29906. For more information, email jg@jonasbonus.com or call 843-524-4281 or visit www.BeaufortCoC.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Mentoring group holds Young Men’s Conference</b>\r\n\r\nThe Extra Mile Club (EMC) is a mentoring group in the Beaufort community. The club’s vision is to promote academics, leadership, discipline, self-esteem and sportsmanship in a safe, healthy and enjoyable environment while serving God and community. EMC invites young men (ages 7-21) to attend a Young Men’s Conference on Saturday, June 7, at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Dale, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.  There is no charge to attend. The conference is intended to encourage, motivate and inspire young men to achieve greatness. Please RSVP by May 18 by calling Chris Dantzler at 843-812-3904 or Gaynelle Dantzler at 843-812-2056.\r\n\r\n<b>Habitat for Humanity holds High on the Hog</b>\r\n\r\nThe third annual CBC National Bank High On The Hog BBQ Festival to benefit LowCountry Habitat for Humanity will be held the first weekend in June at the old Whitehall Plantation on Lady’s Island. Friday, June 6, from 6 to 10 p.m., will be “Everything Lowcountry” where teams cook their favorite dishes in the Lowcountry theme. The local band Deas Guys will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Wristbands are $20, active military, $18. There will also be a VIP tent Friday night, sponsored by The Island News. Tickets are $50 per person and include seating under the tent, unlimited samples while they last, two drink tickets per person and a dessert. Saturday, June 7, is the barbecue competition and the South Carolina BBQ Association certified judges will start Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Gates open to the public 12 until 4 p.m. Broke Locals will entertain. Wristband price is $15, active military $14, kids under 12 free. Two-day ticket price is $30, active military $27. For more information, visit www.highonthehogbeaufort.com. For more information on sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, or build partnerships, call Habitat at 843-522-3500.\r\n\r\n<b>NAMI offers support for mental illnesses</b>\r\n\r\nThe National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Beaufort County provides support and education for the mentally ill and their families countywide since 1991. Peer support groups that offer support for individuals with mental illness are offered every Monday, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Palmetto Electric, Mathews Drive, on Hilton Head Island; every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m., Room 144, USCB Library in Bluffton; and the second Friday of each month from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Beaufort Medical Plaza, Room 350, Beaufort. Family Support groups for caregivers are available the fourth Tuesday of every month from 10 to 11 a.m., Lowcountry Presbyterian Church, Bluffton; the fourth Thursday of each month, 6 to 7 p.m. at Unitarian Universal Church, Bluffton; and the third Monday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church on Lady’s Island. For more information, call 843-681-2200 or nami@hargray.com.\r\n<div></div>', 'What To Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-137', '', '', '2014-05-15 07:19:02', '2014-05-15 11:19:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16555', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16557, 4, '2014-05-15 07:20:55', '2014-05-15 11:20:55', '<b>By Tracie Korol</b>\r\n\r\nThe perfect spring weather of late is soon to take a sharp turn toward sultry, steamy and mean. We’ll dress down, move slower and drink more iced tea.\r\n\r\nWhen our body temperature rises, because of a hot environment or because we have been exercising, we perspire. It’s fairly obvious. Damp armpits, the wet stripe down the back or a drippy upper lip. Sweating is our way of regulating our temperature; we have sweat glands over most of our body’s surface. Sweat provides a film of moisture over the skin, which evaporates and then cools.\r\n\r\nNot so with dogs which why you have never seen your Best Friend with sweaty pits. A dog’s sweat glands are located around its footpads. Ever notice when your dog is overheated, you’ll occasionally see a path of damp footprints across the kitchen floor?\r\n\r\nThe primary mechanism that a dog uses to cool himself, however, involves panting with his mouth open. This allows the moisture on his tongue to evaporate and/or drool on the floor. The heavy breathing also allows moisture in the lungs to evaporate, too. Despite being sweat gland deficient, dogs have an uncanny ability to vaporize large amounts of water from their lungs and airways, carrying heat away from the body.\r\n\r\nThen, there’s that “covered in fur” component. In reality, fur serves as a sort of insulator or barrier between the dog’s insides and his outsides, not unlike the glass vacuum bottles in old-time thermoses. When it’s cold, fur holds body heat in and in summer acts as a barrier to oppressive heat.  However, in our steamy summers, once an elevated temperature is built up in the body, fur gets in the way of allowing the body to regulate.\r\n\r\nSo, does that mean you should shave old Barney for the summer? No. Shaving pets for the summer can actually predispose them to sunburn, skin cancer and to heat exhaustion/heat stroke. Full coats act as insulation against the sun’s rays and their effects. Coats that are kept well-brushed and mat-free allow for good air circulation through the hair, which in itself can actually have a cooling effect. If you’re not much for dog maintenance know that matted, unkempt hair coats stifle air circulation and do little to help cool the body. In other words, daily brushing is a must during the hot, summer months.\r\n\r\nAt kennel, I would break out a Furminator to thin the coat of my Chow friend, Willy, when he visited in the summer. His mom hated doing dog maintenance; this WAS her son’s dog, after all. Willy loved the attention plus I received great satisfaction filling a garbage bag with orange undercoat. Win/win. By not shaving him we also avoided the embarrassment a full-coated dog feels when most of him is de-nuded save for the silly little puff on the end of his tail.\r\n\r\nHow to manage a heavy-coated dog in a Lowcountry summer? Save longer walks for evenings. Consider applying pet-specific sun block to thinly covered areas like the bridge of your dog’s nose, the tips of his ears and his belly.  Also, keep in mind that dogs with thin coats, as well as those with white or light-colored coats, are especially at risk for sun damage.\r\n\r\nOr, keep it simple: If it’s too hot out for you, it’s too hot for your dog.', 'Do dogs sweat?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'do-dogs-sweat', '', '', '2014-05-15 07:20:55', '2014-05-15 11:20:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16557', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16559, 4, '2014-05-15 07:22:53', '2014-05-15 11:22:53', '<b>Janet Graham Bessinger </b>\r\n\r\nJanet Graham Bessinger, 77, of Grover, SC, widow of Cecil Earl Bessinger, Jr., formerly of Beaufort, SC, died Saturday, May 3, 2014 in Colleton Medical Center in Walterboro, SC.\r\n\r\nThe family received friends on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 from 5-7 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home.\r\n\r\nFuneral services were held on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at 12:30 p.m. in Port Royal United Methodist Church with interment in Beaufort National Cemetery.\r\n\r\nMrs. Bessinger was born on September 18, 1936 in Aynor, SC. She is the daughter of the late Lowry Graham and Vienna Harrelson Graham.\r\n\r\nShe was office manager for many years for Dr. Herbert Keyserling.\r\n\r\nSurviving are one daughter, Susan DeLoach; two sons, Sonny and Benny Bessinger all of Beaufort, SC; one brother, Lory Graham of Aynor, SC; two sisters, Elaine Graham Stacy of Beaufort, SC and Venita Graham Shetzer of Port Royal, SC; six grandchildren, Ben, Justin, Jewel, Janet Bessinger, Hudson and Tucker DeLoach.\r\n\r\nIn lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Agape Hospice of the Lowcountry, 658 Bells Hwy, Walterboro, SC, 29488 or the hospice of your choice.\r\n\r\nAnderson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.\r\n\r\n<b>Doris M. Dietrich </b>\r\n\r\nDoris M. Dietrich, 88, wife of Ray Dietrich, of Beaufort, SC, died Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at her residence.\r\n\r\nThe family received friends on Monday, May 12, 2014 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Anderson Funeral Home.\r\n\r\nGraveside funeral services were held on Monday, May 12, 2014 at noon at Beaufort National Cemetery.\r\n\r\nThe family suggests that donations be made to Victory Baptist Church, 378 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort, SC  29906.\r\n\r\nAnderson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.\r\n\r\n<b>Louis “Pee Wee” Rivers </b>\r\n\r\nLouis “PeeWee” Rivers, Sr, 73, of the Scott community on St. Helena Island and husband of Gloria Yates Rivers died Thursday, May 1, 2014 in the Beaufort Memorial Hospital.\r\n\r\nViewing was from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2014 in Helen Galloway’s Memorial Chapel of Chisholm Galloway Home for Funerals.\r\n\r\nFuneral services were at noon Saturday, May 10, 2014 at the Faith Memorial Baptist Church, 28 Lands End Road, St. Helena Island, SC. Burial was in the St. Helena Memorial Garden, St. Helena Island, SC.\r\n\r\nArrangements by Chisholm Galloway Home for Funerals.\r\n\r\n<b>Stephen Paul Olsson</b>\r\n\r\nThe larger than life Stephen Paul Olsson proved to be just that this past week. Those lucky enough to have known him now have only memories of a voice that was unshakeable, a charm that should have been illegal and a wit that was only challenged by the speed of light.  A man of integrity, a father and friend who leaves behind big shoes to fill.  Might take three men to do the job.\r\n\r\nStephen Paul Olsson, 58, of Beaufort, SC, died Wednesday, May 7, in Beaufort Memorial Hospital.\r\n\r\nSurviving are his three sons, Ted, Pete and Jack of Beaufort, SC; his father, Ted of Dunwoody, GA; two brothers, Bob (Rosemarie) of Jacksonville FL and John (Nancy) of Roswell, GA.\r\n\r\nSteve was born on May 17, 1955 in Port Huron, MI. He grew up in Dunwoody, Ga., and attended Peachtree High School where he excelled both scholastically and athletically.  He graduated from University of Georgia with a B.S. in Environmental Health Science and was a member Alpha Tau Omega fraternity.\r\n\r\nAfter a brief time spent in environmental protection work, he entered the financial services industry where he spent 30 years.  Most recently, he held the position of Managing Director, Fixed Income Sales.\r\n\r\nSteve was a consummate people person. His infectious personality and quick wit were enjoyed by everyone he touched. Steve loved the outdoors and became captivated by the salt marshes of the Lowcountry where he lived with his family for 17 years.  He served on the Beaufort Academy Board of Directors and was involved with the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club. Steve cherished his role as a father. He was a passionate soccer coach and a supporter for all three of his sons. He was selfless in his unending service to his family and their endeavors.\r\n\r\nMemorial services will be held on Saturday, May 17, at 4 p.m. in the Parish Church of St. Helena, Beaufort, SC, with interment in the St. Helena Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Steve Olsson Memorial Education Fund c/o Ruff &amp; Ruff, 17 Professional Village Circle, Beaufort, SC  29907. Anderson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.\r\n<div></div>', 'Obituaries', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'obituaries-49', '', '', '2014-05-15 07:22:53', '2014-05-15 11:22:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16559', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16561, 4, '2014-05-15 07:24:23', '2014-05-15 11:24:23', '<b>By Celia Strong</b>\r\n\r\nEach week, when I introduce a new wine, I like to include a history of the region that makes the wine as well as background information about the winery and the winemaking process. Well, this week’s discussion is going to be a bit different in that the connection between the lesson and the wine is somewhat vague. But there is still a really good, new wine — the Fournier Urban Malbec-Tempranillo 2012 — and some new information about the grapes and its country of origin. After reading this we end up with more knowledge about wines in general, and hopefully, with a glass in our hands.\r\n\r\nWe travel to Argentina this week for a new winery and a new red wine. Although we have discussed the history and development of wine production in this country before, here is a quick rundown: The Spanish colonized Argentina, and the country’s wine industry faced difficulties during its formative years such as no markets, quantity vs quality, indigenous varieties before European grapes came, the building of a national railroad that let the wines come down from the vineyards to get exported from ports, the up and down value of their money, outside investments in their wineries, and economic and political instability.\r\n\r\nBeyond this basic and somewhat dry history, there are some really interesting tidbits about Argentina. While most of us think of Argentina’s Spanish roots, ties, and cultural influences, the country also has a strong connection to Italy. Between 1857 and 1940, almost 45 percent of the immigrants into Argentina were Italians. Today, close to 60 percent of their population has some degree of Italian descent. In the decades before 1900, the majority of Italian immigrants into Argentina came from northern Italy (the regions of Piedmont, Veneto and Lombardy). After 1900, there was a shift toward more southern and rural immigrants — the regions of Campania, Calabria and Sicily. These were mostly male immigrants, aged 14 to 50, many of them agricultural workers and unskilled laborers.\r\n\r\nAfter World War II, with much of Italy in rubble, a huge wave of Italian immigrants came to Argentina, almost half a million. It seems obvious, with these numbers, that a large part of Argentine language, customs and traditions are Italian based or influenced.  Argentine food and wine were hugely influenced by them all. Pasta and pizza can be found easily all over the country. Cheeses like Provolone and Parmesan are common. Raviolis, polenta, tomatoes all have been added to what are now traditional Argentine dishes. Grapes such as Moscato and Bonarda have found homes in their vineyards.\r\n\r\nAlthough our wine is not directly related to Italy, this information about the importation of cultural influences is important because in Argentina all of the food and wine is now connected, regardless of its specific origins. The truth is, our wine is a blend of a French variety, Malbec, and a Spanish variety, Tempranillo. And, the truth is, after we look more closely at it, our wine will go well with many styles of foods because of the background it comes from.  In Argentina, like other European influenced countries, a wine is chosen for a meal because the food and the wine will taste better together — Spanish, Italian or French does not matter. What matters is elevating the meal with a quality wine.\r\n\r\nOur wine this week is from O. Fournier winery. Just the name is typical of Argentina — a French name in a country of many backgrounds. This winery was established in 2000, and it is equipped with the latest technology. They have stainless steel, oak and cement vats that can hold almost 320,000 gallons of wine. Their underground cellar can hold up to 2,800 barrels. They also have their own laboratories for analyzing their grapes and wines. In the near future, they plan on building a luxury hotel so all can go visit and taste.\r\n\r\nAll their grapes are harvested by hand. The grapes are sorted, by hand again, and the stalks removed. Crushing and de-stemming are done by a stainless steel machine. Fermentation is at chilled temperatures to enhance the fruit-forward style of their wines. All of this geared to make Fournier a high quality wine producer at affordable bottle prices.\r\n\r\nThey make several tiers of wines — ours is the “Urban,” specifically the 2012 Fournier Urban Malbec-Tempranillo blend of two grapes with different origins.\r\n\r\nThe Malbec, as we know, is a red variety that has pretty much made the wine industry in Argentina. Malbec originally came from Bordeaux, France, where it is still used to soften the textures of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The grape travelled to Argentina in the mid-19th century when phylloxera invaded the vineyards of France. Luckily, for us, it found a wonderful home where it could thrive in the soil and climate of Argentina.\r\n\r\nWhen the wine industry in Argentina moved from making a high quantity of wine into making high quality wines, Malbec was in the right place at the right time. The Argentine wines from Malbec have structure and a voluptuous smoothness at the same time. And they also have a great potential for aging, a characteristic unique to Argentine Malbecs. These grapes create wines that are characterized by deep color, purple and deep red, intense fruity flavors, plums, blackberries, black cherries, and a velvety texture. Delicious!\r\n\r\nTempranillo, our second grape featured in this week’s wine, originated in Spain. This grape probably came to Argentina in the 17th century with Spanish conquistadors. Tempranillo is a harder variety to grow, and, generally, makes better wines when blended with other grapes. In Spain, it is blended with Garnacha and Mazuelo (Grenache and Carignan). In Argentina? Malbec is ready and willing and able, but we don’t see too many wines made with these two grape varieties. Tempranillo wines have berry, plum, tobacco, vanilla and herb flavors. Tempranillo is often considered to be one of the most food-friendly grapes in the world. On top of its layers of flavors, it also has an earthiness underneath; earthy characteristics and food always go well together.\r\n\r\nOur wine is made from grapes grown at 3,600 feet above sea level, a cooler elevation that allows the grapes to ripen a bit more slowly with layers of developed flavors. They are fermented in stainless steel tanks after 13 days with skin contact. Colors, textures and flavors, the wines are aged in French oak barrels for three months.\r\n\r\nEven though there is no touch of Italian history related to this wine, it actually pairs well with most Italian food — anything with a tomato-based sauce, pasta, meats, seafood, lasagna, as well as any Italian cheeses, sausages and salami.\r\n\r\nThe Fournier Urban Malbec-Tempranillo 2012 is a delicious wine that wine writers have given 90 points and higher. It is an interesting blend of history and flavors that represents our multicultural global society — produced in Argentina, made with French and Spanish grapes, and paired well with Italian food. And now we can add a Lowcountry connection because it is available at Bill’s Liquors on Lady’s Island for only $10.99. Enjoy.\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<b>On Monday, May 19 from 7 to 8 p.m., Bill’s Liquor &amp; Fine Wines on Lady’s Island will have a wine tasting with 12 new wines. It’s a quick but easy way to try 12 wines, and they will be on deal that night. RSVP to Celia at 843-812-8466.</b>\r\n<div><b> </b></div>\r\n</div>', 'Fournier Urban Malbec-Tempranillo a delicious new wine', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'fournier-urban-malbec-tempranillo-a-delicious-new-wine', '', '', '2014-05-15 07:24:23', '2014-05-15 11:24:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16561', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16563, 4, '2014-05-15 07:25:14', '2014-05-15 11:25:14', '<b>By Diane Grooms</b>\r\n\r\nEach year, the Battery Creek High School Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) Club conducts a pre-prom program for all students attending prom and their parents/guardians. This year, the presentation was Thursday, April 24. The SADD Club did an improve skit, depicting a scene on prom night where students at a party made the wrong decision by drinking and driving. This decision resulted in a wreck, with one fatality, one injury and two arrests. Following the skit, a mock funeral was held for the deceased.\r\n\r\nTo make this event possible, I must thank Beaufort County Coroner Ed Allen, Nick D’Angelo and Erik Swanson with the Burton Fire Department, London Ocon and Chris Bolton with Beaufort County EMS, BCHS SRO David Wilkinson, and Beaufort County Drug and Alcohol Department.\r\n\r\nA special thanks goes to Mrs. Suzette Stibitz, mother of the deceased student who participated in the notification process and the funeral procession.  This is a hard role for a parent to play, but an important part of getting the overall message across to those in attendance.\r\n\r\nWhen the skit was over, parents and students signed a Prom Pledge to not drink and drive on prom night. Each student who signed the pledge received a special letter written by elementary school students from Mrs. Horton’s and Mrs. Ruge’s class, Broad River Elementary School,  and from the students in the class of Mrs. Burnes from Shanklin Elementary School.', 'Special thanks to those who helped Battery Creek SADD Club', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'special-thanks-to-those-who-helped-battery-creek-sadd-club', '', '', '2014-05-15 07:25:14', '2014-05-15 11:25:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16563', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16565, 4, '2014-05-15 07:25:47', '2014-05-15 11:25:47', '<b>By Jim Hicks</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Council has recently appointed a six member Capital Projects Sales Tax Commission that is charged with developing a list of projects worthy of being part of a 1% Sales Tax Referendum in November. This list of recommended projects will be provided to County Council for consideration as part of the decision as to offering a 1% Sales Tax referendum on the November ballot. This is the same type of process that was attempted in 2004 and failed to gain voter approval and tried again in 2006 and was approved by Beaufort County voters. The 2006 process resulted in sufficient funds ($152 million) to fix some very serious problems which the county was faced with and was not going to be solved by either the state or federal government.  The widening of U.S. Highway 278 and the additional span of the McTeer Bridge are two examples of such projects.   All of the projects were managed by the Beaufort County Engineering Department in a professional manner worthy of praise and pride by all of us who call Beaufort County home.\r\n\r\nThe completion of these projects pushed the probability of disaster a bit further away from our door. For example with a wider Highway 278, traffic is not going to be so frustrating that tourist will choose to visit elsewhere for their vacation and the new road is much safer for all who travel on it. With the additional span of the McTeer Bridge and a wider Lady’s Island Drive, even in the event of a broken Woods Memorial Bridge and an approaching hurricane the residents of Lady’s Island and adjoining Sea Islands can probably escape prior to the hurricane’s arrival.  Having fixed the absolute worst of Beaufort County’s transportation problems where should we turn to next?\r\n\r\nAlmost everyone has a pet project which they would like to be completed through the use of funding provided by a 1% sales tax. If there are projects that clearly pose a threat to the welfare of our county similar to the Highway 278 overload and the need for a wider McTeer Bridge they should be put on the top of the list.  However, it would be great if, as part of the process, we could fix some things that are not near the point of being a crisis but would simply improve our existing infrastructure.\r\n\r\nIncluded in the 25 Beaufort County projects provided to the Sales Tax Commission are the following Lady’s Island projects that fall into this category:\r\n\r\n1. Rebuild the existing intersection at Sea Island Parkway, Sams Point Road and Lady’s Island Drive using mast arms for the signals to correct failing poles and revise the phasing to improve efficiency. (Estimated cost $2 million)\r\n\r\n2. Provide a pathway between residential areas along Middle Road to Coosa Elementary School and pedestrian facilities on Sams Point Road. (Estimated cost $2 million)\r\n\r\n3. Provide a bike and pedestrian trail along Meridian Road connecting Lady’s Island Drive and Sea Island Parkway. (Estimated cost $1.5 million).\r\n\r\nAs can be seen there are two obvious themes to the projects listed above — pathways and biking trails and intersection improvement. One makes driving on Lady’s Island roads safer and the other makes life a bit more pleasant.  None of them are cheap. Perhaps, after the Sales Tax Commission identifies the projects needed to avert future crisis, we could consider a few that simply improve the existing roads and provide pathways and biking trails to improve the general quality of life when we are not behind a steering wheel.\r\n<div></div>', 'Thoughts on another 1% capital improvement sales tax', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'thoughts-on-another-1-capital-improvement-sales-tax', '', '', '2014-05-15 07:25:47', '2014-05-15 11:25:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16565', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16567, 4, '2014-05-15 08:23:55', '2014-05-15 12:23:55', 'Last weekend, Gail Westerfield celebrated her 50th birthday with a big bash in her backyard complete with a chocolate fountain, champagne, high-heel shaped cupcakes, and a fire eating belly dancer. The festivities lasted late into the night, and all who attended had a blast. Special thanks to Maggy Nordon, Erika Pyle, Allison Stice and Joellen Hirschey for their party planning skills. Gail was recently voted “Favorite Friend” in The Island News’ Favorites awards. She is an accomplished actress, writer, editor and is currently directing “A Piece of My Heart” which will debut at USCB Center for the Arts this weekend.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16568\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSCN6131.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16568\" alt=\"The birthday girl, Gail Westerfield, center.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSCN6131-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> The birthday girl, Gail Westerfield, center.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/10257143_10152032150765178_4802836278792099666_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16569\" alt=\"10257143_10152032150765178_4802836278792099666_n\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/10257143_10152032150765178_4802836278792099666_n-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSCN6120.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-16570\" alt=\"DSCN6120\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSCN6120-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Gail1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-16571\" alt=\"Gail1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Gail1-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>\r\n<div></div>\r\n<div></div>', 'Happy birthday, Gail!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'happy-birthday-gail', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:23:55', '2014-05-15 12:23:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16567', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16573, 4, '2014-05-15 08:25:21', '2014-05-15 12:25:21', 'The local nonprofit Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse, or CODA, is holding a free Men’s Community Breakfast on Tuesday, May 20 with internationally recognized educator and lecturer, Tony Porter. This breakfast will provide men with an opportunity to experience the work of “A Call To Men” in promoting healthy and respectful manhood and the role of men in ending domestic abuse. Participants will have the chance to network with one another and become engaged in local efforts to end domestic abuse in the Lowcountry. The breakfast will be catered by Red Rooster Cafe and held at TCL Building 23, Ribaut Road, Beaufort. From 7:30 - 8 a.m., event check-in and breakfast; 8 to 10 a.m., Tony Porter will speak. Online registration is required by Friday, May 16: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/mens-community-breakfast-tickets-11491879521.\r\n<div></div>', 'CODA: \'A Call to Men\'', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'coda-a-call-to-men', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:25:21', '2014-05-15 12:25:21', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16573', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16575, 4, '2014-05-15 08:27:03', '2014-05-15 12:27:03', 'The Wardle Family YMCA recently received a generous donation from The Bank of America Foundation and Merrill  Lynch in the amount of $3,000, designated toward the Y’s Counselor-In-Training (CIT) educational program initiatives.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16576\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Comm-YMCA-Bank-of-America.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16576\" alt=\"From left: YMCA CEO Michael Bostwick, Bank Of America Banking Center Manager Nataliya Yanovska, and Jack R. Cunningham, associate resident director, Merrill Lynch Global Wealth Management.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Comm-YMCA-Bank-of-America-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a> From left: YMCA CEO Michael Bostwick, Bank Of America Banking Center Manager Nataliya Yanovska, and Jack R. Cunningham, associate resident director, Merrill Lynch Global Wealth Management.[/caption]\r\n\r\n“We are so appreciative of Bank of America and Merrill Lynch for supporting this effort,” stated YMCA of Beaufort County CEO Michael Bostwick. “ We believe in equipping future leaders and being able to offer our CIT program is prime example of how we do this.”\r\n\r\nThe CIT program is open to teens, ages 13-15, interested in pursuing a career working with children. The program will teach job skills, where participants will discover their potential and acquire and refine leadership skills.\r\n\r\nWhen participants reach 16-19 years old they become eligible to apply for YMCA childcare positions.\r\n\r\nIn addition to educational outreach, the YMCA utilizes gifts such as these to help guarantee that regardless of financial circumstance, many can benefit from the YMCA’s values-centered programs like summer camp, youth sports, swim lessons, after school activities and fitness classes.\r\n\r\nFor more information, please contact the YMCA at 843-522-9622 or visit www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com.\r\n\r\n<b>The Wardle Family YMCA, located at 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal, is actively seeking contributions to its 2014 Annual Scholarship Campaign. This campaign plays an integral part in community outreach, ensuring that the YMCA  programs are accessible to all by providing financial assistance and program scholarships to individuals and families most in need. One-hundred percent of funds raised are reinvested in the people the YMCA serves. To contribute, contact the Y at 843-522-9622, visit in person or go to www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com.</b>\r\n<div><b> </b></div>', 'Bank of America, Merrill Lynch donate to YMCA', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bank-of-america-merrill-lynch-donate-to-ymca', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:27:03', '2014-05-15 12:27:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16575', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16578, 4, '2014-05-15 08:28:46', '2014-05-15 12:28:46', '<b>By Martha Cooper-Hudson</b>\r\n\r\nImagine not knowing where you will sleep tonight. Or having a job that doesn’t pay enough to afford a place to live on one hand and on the other hand you make too much money to qualify for any assistance from the government.  Imagine your baby crying and crying because he or she is hungry but you have no money to feed your child. Imagine sleeping in the woods, in abandon cars, or on the\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16579\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Family-Promise-7.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16579\" alt=\"The author’s daughter, at right, spends time with homeless children and families across Beaufort County.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Family-Promise-7-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a> The author’s daughter, at right, spends time with homeless children and families across Beaufort County.[/caption]\r\n\r\nstreets with your children. Imagine having a college degree but can’t find a job, therefore you find yourself in the dark and a very dark place. Imagine people looking at you and treating you as if you did not matter.  Imagine being a person who feels as if the people around you will feed their animals before feeding a human in need. These are the stories I heard from a group of brave woman and their children who now find themselves homeless.\r\n\r\nAs my family and I volunteered to feed and spend time with these remarkable, strong, and courageous women and their adorable children, I began to realize that we, the residents of Beaufort County, must do more to get involved with this growing population of homeless children and families. I was shocked to find out that there are more than 325 homeless children and their families in Beaufort County, but no one talks about it.\r\n\r\nImagine the sorrow and joy I felt this past December as I was leaving Walmart with my daughter when she saw a mother holding a sign that said “I am homeless and I simply want to feed my son.” I watched my daughter go into her purse to find some money to give this mother in need. After she gave the mom the money, she rolled up her window in the car and turned to me with tears in her eyes and a smile on her face and said, “That felt so good, but, mom, we must do more.”\r\n\r\nMore is what the organization Women of Greatness has decided to do. First, by becoming volunteers with Family Promise of Beaufort County where we are dedicated to help where we are needed.\r\n\r\nSecond, Women of Greatness has decided to host an evening of Haute Couture, Embracing Fashion and Community, with a portion of the proceeds going to Family Promise of Beaufort County which is a non-profit organization that feeds and provides shelter for residents countywide.\r\n\r\nThe event will feature designs by SCAD graduate justdorneisha, Jones of NYC and makeup by Bare Minerals. There will be a surprise celebrity guest along with local VIP individuals. Music will be provided Drysdale Entertainment Unlimited, hors d’oevuers served by the Holiday Inn, local business owners as vendors, great networking, and tons of door prizes by White House Black Market, Stein Mart, Bed Bath &amp; Beyond, Grace &amp; Glory, Kay Jewelers, GNC, Buffalo Wild Wings, just to name a few.\r\n\r\nThe community is invited to this evening of Haute Couture that supports Family Promise of Beaufort County on Friday May 30 at the Holiday Inn &amp; Suites, Boundary Street, Beaufort. From 5:30 to 7 p.m., there will be food, shopping, networking and music. Then from 7:30 to 9 p.m. will be a fashion show.\r\n\r\nFor tickets or for more information, visit www.wogfashionexplosion.eventbrite.com or www.marthacooperhudson.com.\r\n<div></div>', 'A helping hand is all we need', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-helping-hand-is-all-we-need', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:28:46', '2014-05-15 12:28:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16578', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16581, 4, '2014-05-15 08:31:25', '2014-05-15 12:31:25', '<b>“Highlights of the Lowcountry” exhibit:</b> Beaufort Art Association presents a new exhibit of works by acclaimed watermedia artist Polly Swenson at the BAA Gallery, 913 Bay Street through June 21. This new exhibit is called “Highlights of the Lowcountry.” Her art is representational of the subject, giving each a slightly romanticized look at the scene, whether it is capturing the vanishing\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16582\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"296\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Polly-Swenson-Carolina-Wren.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16582\" alt=\"Polly Swenson Carolina Wren\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Polly-Swenson-Carolina-Wren-296x300.jpg\" width=\"296\" height=\"300\" /></a> Polly Swenson Carolina Wren[/caption]\r\n\r\nmarsh landscape, a shrimp boat sailing home or birds in their natural habitat.  Polly has gained a national following for her finely detailed wildlife paintings.\r\n\r\nAn opening reception will be held on Friday, May 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend for refreshments and to meet the artist. For more, visit www.BeaufortArtAssociation.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Spring Lowcountry Chorale Concert: </b>The Spring Lowcountry Chorale Concert will be performed at St. John’s Lutheran Church on Lady’s Island on Friday, May 16 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 17 at 3 p.m. The theme is “From Sea to Shining Sea.” The chorale (pictured above) will provide a musical potpourri for all tastes with rousing anthems such as “America the Beautiful”, soul searching spirituals represented by “We Gather at the River”, a little Western, some blues and jazz and a very contemporary surprise. For tickets, call 843-522-9948 or 843-368-6544 or visit www.lowcountrychorale.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Art exhibit at Penn Center:</b> The York W. Bailey Museum at the historic Penn Center on St. Helena Island presents, “In the Footsteps of My Ancestors,” a beautiful and soul-stirring original art collection created by watercolorist and painter William Kwamena-Poh. The museum will introduce the artist and his collection at a “Meet-the-Artist” wine and cheese reception on Friday, May 16 at 6 p.m. William Kwamena-Poh is a native of Ghana, West Africa, who came to the United States in the early 1980’s and has lived in Savannah since 1995. He is an incredibly gifted self-taught artist who paints beautiful, vibrant and skillful works of art.\r\n<div></div>', 'Arts Events this Weekend', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'arts-events-this-weekend', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:31:25', '2014-05-15 12:31:25', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16581', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16584, 4, '2014-05-15 08:32:21', '2014-05-15 12:32:21', 'The Indie Film “Child’s Pose” will be shown at USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St., on Monday, May 19 at 7 p.m. Directed by Calin Peter Netzer and starring Luminita Gheorghiu, this Romanian film with English subtitles was the top prize winner at the Berlin Film Festival. The sharply crafted “Child’s Pose” pivots on a riveting performance by Luminita Gheorghiu as a steely, well-to-­do Bucharest architect determined to keep her 30-­something deadbeat son out of jail after a deadly car crash. How far will she go to convince the police, eyewitnesses and even the victim’s family that her son was not recklessly speeding? A spellbinding drama of social commentary and psychological realism, this caustic look into the corrupt heart of the Eastern European bourgeoisie twists into a brilliantly ambiguous study of obsessive motherly love. Savagely witty and utterly engrossing, “Child’s Pose” is also the Official Romanian Entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the 86th Academy Awards.\r\n\r\nTickets are adults $7, seniors $6, and students $7. Contact 843-521-4145  or email Bonnie Hargrove at bhargrov@uscb.edu, or visit them online at www.uscbcenterforthearts.com. The box office opens an hour prior to the show.\r\n<div></div>', 'The Indie Film Corner: ‘Child’s Pose’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-indie-film-corner-childs-pose', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:32:21', '2014-05-15 12:32:21', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16584', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16586, 4, '2014-05-15 08:43:09', '2014-05-15 12:43:09', 'In keeping with history and tradition, the Corner Community on St. Helena Island is gearing up to celebrate Memorial Day weekend with an array of activities to recognize a holiday the people of St. Helena Island have always celebrated as part of their American heritage. The Red Piano Too Art Gallery is hosting a special art exhibit on May 24, featuring the work of well-known Lowcountry artist Diane Britton Dunham. The theme of this show is “The Gullah Creole Caribbean Connection.” Gullah Creole is the term coined by Dunham because it best describes her artwork blending elements of her colorful Louisiana Creole roots with the rich historical Gullah culture of the Sea Islands. She will discuss the Gullah Creole Caribbean art connection and related history during the exhibit. Noted Beaufort musician and Dunham’s husband, Phil Griffin, will provide music for the Gullah side of the event from noon until 2 p.m., playing classic Southern Blues and traditional Gullah music. A collection of Gullah-themed needlework hangings by Bridget Murray will also be exhibited. These pieces emphasize the detail Murray incorporates in her work. The Red Piano Too Art Gallery will also present the East of the River Steel band from Washington, D.C. This band is made up of young people ages 6 to 19, in a program that enhances lives, builds confidence and fosters resiliency as it also develops a love and appreciation of the arts. The band will present a special concert from 2 to 3 p.m. This is a must see performance, according to longtime Caribbean resident Elayne Scott. An additional exhibit of Lauren DeLoach’s Lowcountry paintings celebrating regional natural beauty will be presented at Bella Vita and Octopuses, which are across the street and next door to the Red Piano Too Art Gallery. All activities are free and open to the public.  For more information, contact the Red Piano Too Art Gallery, located at 870 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island, S.C., 29920, by calling 843-838-2241\r\n<div></div>', '‘The Gullah Creole Caribbean Connection’ exhibit celebrates Memorial Day', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-gullah-creole-caribbean-connection-exhibit-celebrates-memorial-day', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:43:09', '2014-05-15 12:43:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16586', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16588, 4, '2014-05-15 08:46:13', '2014-05-15 12:46:13', '<i>“...They say every time you hear those fiddle strings, a honky-tonk angel is earning her wings.” Lyrics from the song “Earning Her Wings” by Angela Easterling</i>\r\n\r\nSinger/songwriter Angela Easterling returns to Beaufort this weekend for a concert at ARTworks.\r\n\r\nA veteran of the Paris Avenue Street Music series, Angela draws from both her southern heritage and wide-ranging interests to create original songs that music professionals describe as “literate, modern Southern music for the ages.”\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16589\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"208\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/angela-Brandon.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16589\" alt=\"Singer/songwriters Brandon Turner and Angela Easterling.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/angela-Brandon-208x300.jpg\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" /></a> Singer/songwriters Brandon Turner and Angela Easterling.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThis woman is more than your average “Honky Tonk Angel.” In fact, she recently released an album, Mon Secret, performed entirely in French, which she co-wrote with her friend Marianne Bessy, an assistant professor of French at Furman University.\r\n\r\nWhat makes Angela Easterling so special is the mix of musical and cultural influences that she draws from to create her songs. In one album (Black Top Road) she performs a cover of Neil Young’s “Helpless,” in another (Earning Her Wings) she sings an original tribute about the passing of Johnny Cash, and in the latest (Mon Secret) the French lyrics reference Barbie dolls and taillights fading into the distance.\r\n\r\nWhen asked about her need to try new styles and express new ideas in her music, Angela says, “Imagine if all you ever ate was spaghetti, wouldn’t you want some tacos or sushi or a steak sometime?”\r\n\r\nJoining Angela onstage at ARTworks will be Brandon Turner, a resident of Spartanburg who is a talented guitarist, singer/songwriter and the producer of several songs on her Mon Secret album.\r\n\r\nAside from playing in Angela’s band, The Beguilers, Brandon is a musical luminary in his own right. He has recorded studio sessions with Emmy Lou Harris, David Ball, Ricky Skaggs, Lloyd Green, and other notables. He also performs and tours with several bands. Brandon draws from many musical influences as well, citing “Jimi Hendrix, Mark Knopfler, Chet Atkins, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Toy Caldwell” to name a few.\r\n\r\nA product of their diverse influences, together Angela Easterling and Brad Turner produce “songs that are sure to get your toes tappin’, whether they’re in cowboy boots, business shoes or flip-flops,” according to the Montgomery News Ticket.\r\n\r\nLike fries versus pomme frites, the essential themes of love, friends, the joy of a fast car on an open road, or the beauty of the ocean transcend all languages and genres, and translate into pure enjoyment.\r\n\r\nThe performance is Saturday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $17 for adults with discounts for students, children and active military and may be purchased online at www.beaufortcountyarts.com or by calling 843-379-2787. ARTworks is located in Beaufort Town Center on Boundary Street in Beaufort.\r\n<div></div>', 'Angela Easterling: Earning wings as a top performer', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'angela-easterling-earning-wings-as-a-top-performer', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:46:13', '2014-05-15 12:46:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16588', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16591, 4, '2014-05-15 08:47:03', '2014-05-15 12:47:03', '<b>Church to hold annual Fun Run Walk for Christ</b><b> </b>\r\n\r\nTabernacle Baptist Church will host its annual Fun Run/Walk For Christ on Saturday, May 24. Registration is from 7 to 7:45 a.m., and the Run/Walk starts at 8 a.m. There are six age groups for males and females.  Trophies and T-shirts awarded to the top three winners in each group.  Prizes, food and water will be available.  Cost is $10 for 14 and up; $5 for 13 and under.  Registration will be held at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 911 Craven Street, Beaufort.  For more information, call 843-524-0376 or 843-271-1719.  Come and enjoy a tour of Beaufort.\r\n\r\n<b>Team in Training invites locals to run, save lives  </b>\r\n\r\nThe Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training (TNT) program invites individuals interested in fitness and charity to join TNT. TNT participants fight against blood cancers by raising funds and training as a group to run or walk, a full or half marathon. Team in Training is excited to participate in the Rock ‘N’ Roll Savannah Marathon &amp; Half in Savannah on November 8. TNT is a unique program with a local presence, led by coaches Derek Clement and Molly Day. They will train Saturday mornings in Beaufort, and enjoy socials and clinics together. To learn more about Team in Training, please contact Liz Coffey at 803-731-4060 or Elizabeth.coffey@lls.org or visit online at www.teamintraining.org/sc.\r\n\r\n<b>ONE Yoga Sanctuary holds free Yoga Fest</b><b> </b>\r\n\r\nThe teachers of ONE Yoga Sanctuary, located at 73 Sea Island Parkway on Lady’s Island, Beaufort, are hosting Yoga Fest, a day of free and varied yoga and movement classes for all levels on Saturday, May 31. Owner Dragana Pavic-Zappia extends this offer to the community annually in hopes of expanding the reach and benefits of the practice to all.  For more information about the studio and its daily offerings, visit www.oneyogasanctuary.com.\r\n\r\nHere is the schedule for Yoga Fest, Saturday, May 31:\r\n\r\n<b>Studio SUNset</b>\r\n\r\n• 8:30-9:30 a.m.: Core and Flow with Charity and Michelle: Challenging, heat building practice\r\n\r\n• 10 -11 a.m.: Therapeutic Yoga Floorplay with Kathy and Dragana\r\n\r\n• 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Practice Lab with Carol: Skill in Action\r\n\r\n• 1-2 p.m.: Holy Yoga with Carrie: Scriptural meditation, breath, movement\r\n\r\n• 2:30-3:30 p.m.: Qi Gong with Dottie\r\n\r\n<b>Studio SUNrise</b>\r\n\r\n• 8:30-9:30 a.m.: Lil’ Yogis with Erin: Soulful Playtime (in or outside)\r\n\r\n• 10-11 a.m.: Creative Movement for Kids with Carrie (outside)\r\n\r\n• 10-11 a.m.: Vinyasa Flow with Jenna\r\n\r\n• 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.: Kundalini Yoga Gong Bath with Dragana and Nori\r\n\r\n• 1-2 p.m.: Back to the Core with Kevin\r\n\r\n• 2:30-3:30 p.m.: Flow with Laughter with Brittney: Unique blend of laughter and vinyasa.', 'Sports briefs', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sports-briefs-5', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:47:03', '2014-05-15 12:47:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16591', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16593, 4, '2014-05-15 08:48:30', '2014-05-15 12:48:30', 'YMCA Wellness Director Denice Davis and YMCA member Pam Drafts reached their personal bests at the 2014 Boston Marathon, held Monday, April 21. This is the second year both runners qualified and entered the 26.2 mile race.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16594\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Sports-YMCA-Boston-Marathon.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16594\" alt=\"From left: YMCA member Pam Drafts and YMCA Wellness Director Denice Davis. \" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Sports-YMCA-Boston-Marathon-225x300.jpg\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a> From left: YMCA member Pam Drafts and YMCA Wellness Director Denice Davis.[/caption]\r\n\r\nDrafts matched her 2013 time and ran the race in 3:38. Davis improved her 2013 time by two minutes, with a time of 3:25, putting her in the top 5 percent of all participants. Both runners qualify for the 2015 race.\r\n\r\nDavis has over 10 years of experience in personal and group training and has been at the Wardle Family YMCA since 2006. Her certifications include: AFAA Personal Trainer, AFAA Group Exercise, Fitour Indoor Cycling, CPR/AED.  She is a dedicated and passionate runner and in addition to designing programs for runners, has various specialty certifications including Aqua Fitness, Senior Fitness and Bone Health, Pre/Post Natal, Resistance Band Training, Kickboxing and Nutrition Fundamentals.', 'YMCA staff and member reach personal best at  2014 Boston Marathon', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ymca-staff-and-member-reach-personal-best-at-2014-boston-marathon', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:48:30', '2014-05-15 12:48:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16593', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16596, 4, '2014-05-19 20:41:37', '2014-05-20 00:41:37', '<strong>By Lanier Laney</strong>\r\n\r\nEx Libris, Beaufort’s longest running book club, was started in 1994 and is now celebrating 20 years of good friends getting together to discuss literature.\r\n\r\nAfter developing a reading list at the beginning of the year, the women meet once a month to discuss the book — and maybe drink a little wine. They try to include a variety of genres from fiction to biographies to self-help and historical fiction. They have developed a reputation as the serious book club.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16630\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Ex-Libris-book-club-celebrates-20-years.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16630\" alt=\"Members of the Ex Libris book club. Front, from left: Gwen Sanders and Sandra Myrick. Second row: Nancy Brown, Valerie Fisher, Vicki Mix, Rosemary Cuppia and Audrey Montgomery. Third row: Cindy Newman, Mary Sanders, Mary Segars, Priscilla Coleman, Fleetwood Bradshaw. Back row: Kathy Kilgore, Sally Post and Frances Cherry. \" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Ex-Libris-book-club-celebrates-20-years-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> Members of the Ex Libris book club. Front, from left: Gwen Sanders and Sandra Myrick. Second row: Nancy Brown, Valerie Fisher, Vicki Mix, Rosemary Cuppia and Audrey Montgomery. Third row: Cindy Newman, Mary Sanders, Mary Segars, Priscilla Coleman, Fleetwood Bradshaw. Back row: Kathy Kilgore, Sally Post and Frances Cherry.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThere are roughly 25 members; 16 of them have been with the club since the beginning. Some of the original members include Rosemary Cuppia, Gwen Sanders, Frances Cherry, Cindy Newman, Fleetwood Bradshaw, Vicki Mix, Kathy Kilgore, Sally Post, Mary Sanders, Priscilla Coleman, Fran Sanders, Mary Tatum, Sally Shepard, Laura Dukes, Sarah Kern, Robin Koppernaes and Liz Malinowski.\r\n\r\nThey have seen a lot of changes over the years — babies born, high school and college graduations, marriages, and now even grandchildren.\r\n\r\nThe group first came together at Kathy Kilgore’s house after several members had heard about book clubs being formed elsewhere. Those original members have now read and discussed 240 books (one a month for 20 years). Their first book was “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape” and one of their most recent books “The Fault in Our Stars” is also being made into a movie.\r\n\r\nKathy says, “I think our club is dynamic because many of us don’t socialize together any other time except book club. We come together and get one another’s perspective on a whole range of subjects. There are always a few disagreements, but we respect each other’s opinions.”\r\n\r\nThey take turns having the meetings at each other’s homes and each person brings appetizers to go with the wine.\r\n\r\nEven with 25 members, between prior commitments, family events, and other distractions, they usually end up with 12 to 15 people at a meeting, which, as one member said, is the perfect number to be able to discuss the book. That’s why current membership is limited to 25, and there is a waiting list.\r\n\r\nMember Vicki Mix admits that they particularly enjoyed reading the young adult books. “It lets us know what our kids are reading,” she said.\r\n\r\nFleetwood Bradshaw said, “Over the last 20 years, the lives of our members have been interwoven creating a tapestry of friendship. We have gooed over babies and wept over graves. We have cheered each other’s accomplishments and supported each other during times of illness, disappointments and sorrow.  We raised babies, built houses, attended school and church events. We’ve taken our children to college and our parents to nursing homes. We watched our children marry  and now watch as our babies have babies. Who knows what books and what events will take us through the next 20 years. We met over the love of words and we stay for words of love.”\r\n\r\nShe adds, “A wise friend once told me, you will never be lonely as long as you have a book to read.”\r\n\r\nSays Kathy Kilgore, “Personally, this club has encouraged me to read books I may otherwise have not picked up. It provides me with a new perspective on many subjects and it has been a wonderful journey with a fabulous group of women.”\r\n\r\nAs a group they have contributed more than $3,000 to a variety of causes including Literacy Volunteers of the Lowcountry, DSS Adopt a Family, Born to Read, National Wildlife Foundation and Friends of Caroline Hospice.  They pick a deserving organization to give to every year. And every December they invite spouses and guests to an annual Christmas Party.\r\n\r\nThey have also hosted many visiting authors such as Mary Kay Andrews, Lois Battle, Cassandra King and Tommy Hayes. A favorite highlight was hosting Matthew Bruccoli, a professor of English at the University of South Carolina and the preeminent expert on F. Scott Fitzgerald.\r\n\r\nKathy said, “Many people don’t realize that The Matthew J. &amp; Arlyn Bruccoli Collection of F. Scott Fitzgerald constitutes the most comprehensive research collection for the study and teaching of Fitzgerald and is housed at the University of South Carolina in Columbia.”\r\n\r\nThe club’s current “leader” is Sandra Myrick. She says, “I would like to thank the founding members for all their efforts throughout the years in motivating the group to continue for the past 20 years!  What an accomplishment. I would also like to thank all of our members past and present for giving of their time and talents to keep this fine organization of lovely ladies meeting to discuss an open-minded collection of reading and contributing to the many nonprofits over the years. I hope that we will be celebrating our organization many, many more years to come. The past 20 have proven very successful so I am hoping in the next decades to have the same success.”', 'Ex Libris: Beaufort’s longest running book club celebrates 20 years', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ex-libris-beauforts-longest-running-book-club-celebrates-20-years', '', '', '2014-05-19 20:41:37', '2014-05-20 00:41:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16596', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16598, 4, '2014-05-15 08:52:09', '2014-05-15 12:52:09', 'A second federal grant earned by Beaufort will help pay to continue renovations and upgrades to the popular Downtown Marina at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.\r\n\r\nThe Boat Infrastructure Grant (BIG) is for $186,184. The total estimated cost of the project is $304,165. The city committed to a local match of $82,981, part of which will apply to an upgrade of the marina’s fire suppression system that isn’t covered by the grant but is needed, Beaufort City Manager Scott Dadson said.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the federal grant and city contribution, the company that manages the marina, Griffin Enterprises, committed a local match of $25,000 and Beaufort County committed $10,000.\r\n\r\nThe new grant is in addition to the one currently being used to improve Beaufort’s transient boat docks and to install a new mooring field.', 'Beaufort earns grant for upgrades to marina', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-earns-grant-for-upgrades-to-marina', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:52:09', '2014-05-15 12:52:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16598', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16600, 4, '2014-05-15 08:52:34', '2014-05-15 12:52:34', 'Following through with its original intent when the municipal complex was designed, the Beaufort City Council today approved a long-term lease of space in the Municipal Court building to the federal probation office for about $60,000 annually for the first five years.\r\n\r\nThe second five-year term carries a base lease of approximately $50,000 annually. The first term is higher because it factors in costs to renovate to the new client’s needs, said Kathy Todd, finance director for the city of Beaufort.\r\n\r\nTo accommodate the new partner, the Beaufort Police Department’s administrative offices will relocate to the second floor of the courts building.\r\n\r\n“When we designed and built the Municipal Court and City Hall buildings, we designed them with space to lease to tenants or, in the far future, for city needs,” said Beaufort City Manager Scott Dadson. “The General Services Administration of the federal government came to us and said they were interested in long-term use of our space. It’s an ideal partnership.”\r\n\r\nThe U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services System provides probation and pretrial services through the U.S. district courts. Their Beaufort offices have been housed at 1501 Bay Street, the federal courthouse.\r\n\r\nFederal officials announced in 2012 that Beaufort’s 19th century federal courthouse would be one of six throughout the South to close, part of an effort save more than $1 million a year in rent. The federal government’s lease with the county on the courthouse in Beaufort expires in mid-July.\r\n\r\nWith City Council’s approval of the lease, the next step will be to design and renovate the space to meet the federal probation team’s needs, Todd said. The goal is to have the 1,648 square feet renovated and ready by July 1.\r\n\r\nRevenue received through the lease likely will be plowed back into the city’s TIF 2 fund to support other redevelopment in key areas of Beaufort, Todd said.\r\n\r\n“It’s an ideal situation for both parties. We have good space in a great location for them, and they have a need that we can meet,” Todd said. “Our taxpayers and city residents will see their municipal complex used to a higher potential, and we earn money each year from leasing to the federal government.”', 'City to lease part of Municipal Courts building to federal probation office ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'city-to-lease-part-of-municipal-courts-building-to-federal-probation-office', '', '', '2014-05-15 08:52:34', '2014-05-15 12:52:34', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16600', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16602, 4, '2014-05-15 12:23:52', '2014-05-15 16:23:52', 'Last week, local health official Roland J. Gardner, CEO of Beaufort-Jasper-Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. and board member of the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC), was greeted by Vice President Joe Biden at the recent NACHC Policy and Issues Forum in Washington, D.C.\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16609\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Official-White-House-Photo-by-David-Lienemann.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16609\" alt=\"Vice President Joe Biden shakes hands with Roland Gardner. Photo by David Lienemann\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Official-White-House-Photo-by-David-Lienemann-300x214.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" /></a> Vice President Joe Biden shakes hands with Roland Gardner. Photo by David Lienemann[/caption]\r\n\r\n</div>', 'Presidential recognition', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'presidential-recognition', '', '', '2014-05-15 12:23:52', '2014-05-15 16:23:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16602', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(16604, 4, '2014-05-15 09:46:53', '2014-05-15 13:46:53', '[caption id=\"attachment_16605\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_3609.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16605\" alt=\"The Beaufort Academy Boys Varsity Soccer Team won the SCISAA Class 1-A/2-A Championship, edging Oakbrook Prep 2-1 in overtime at Heathwood Hall on Saturday, May 10. Drummond Koppernaes provided the game-winning goal when he found the net with a left-footed shot in overtime. The team captured its first title since spring 1999.  Clay Melville scored first and stayed ahead the whole game until the Knights scored on a free kick in the 58th minute. Pictured at right: the boys team after their victory.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/IMG_3609-300x200.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a> The Beaufort Academy Boys Varsity Soccer Team won the SCISAA Class 1-A/2-A Championship, edging Oakbrook Prep 2-1 in overtime at Heathwood Hall on Saturday, May 10.<br />Drummond Koppernaes provided the game-winning goal when he found the net with a left-footed shot in overtime.<br />The team captured its first title since spring 1999.<br />Clay Melville scored first and stayed ahead the whole game until the Knights scored on a free kick in the 58th minute. Pictured at right: the boys team after their victory.[/caption]', 'BA boys win big', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ba-boys-win-big', '', '', '2014-05-15 09:46:53', '2014-05-15 13:46:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16604', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16611, 4, '2014-05-15 12:26:17', '2014-05-15 16:26:17', '<strong>There’s something for everyone from bird lovers to history lovers to arts lovers</strong>\r\n\r\n<b>MAY 15-18: ‘A Piece of My Heart’: </b>Based on interviews with 26 women, “A Piece of My Heart” intermingles the stories of women who served in the Vietnam War. The play explores their lives before, during, and after their service. It will be presented May 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m., and May 18 and 25 at 3 p.m. at the USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort. On May 15, a special performance will honor active duty military and veterans, and their families. For tickets, call the box office at 843-521-4145 or visit www.uscbcenterforthearts.com.\r\n\r\n<b>MAY 17: A Baby Shower for the Birds: </b>Join the Town of Port Royal, the Fripp Audubon Club and other birding clubs for the Second Baby Shower for the Birds to celebrate the birth of hundreds\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_16612\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Great-Egret-Chicks-300-0186.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16612\" alt=\"These chicks are ready to party!\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Great-Egret-Chicks-300-0186-300x200.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a> These chicks are ready to party![/caption]\r\n\r\nof wading birds on Saturday, May 17 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Port Royal Rookery and Cypress Wetlands Trail on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. The free event will feature a guest speaker, music by Billy Drysdale, a scavenger hunt, tours of the wetlands, cake and fun<b>.</b>\r\n\r\n<b>MAY 17: Walking Tour of Sacred Sites: </b>A Walking Tour of Sacred Sites in the Old Commons Neighborhood will be Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Old Commons Neighborhood Association, the tour will open eight churches, a synagogue, and four historic churchyards to the public. A fish fry lunch will be served by members of the Sons of Beaufort Lodge #36, and its ca. 1880 meeting hall will be open for the tour. The fish fry, at $9 per person, will be at 607 West Street. Tickets for the tour are $15 and will be available that day. Call 524-6997 for details.\r\n<div></div>', 'What are Beaufort’s best bets this weekend?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-are-beauforts-best-bets-this-weekend', '', '', '2014-05-15 12:26:17', '2014-05-15 16:26:17', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=16611', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(16614, 4, '2014-05-22 09:38:08', '2014-05-22 13:38:08', 'The Island News sponsored another exciting Island Girls Night Out on Wednesday, May 7 at The Lowcountry Store on St. Helena Island. More than 100 ladies attended the event and everyone enjoyed the Lowcountry barbecue and Gullah Gumbo provided by the Blue Dog Café, which located inside the The Lowcountry Store and is open for lunch daily. There was great music by Tina B. Fripp and a lot of fabulous door prizes given out. Many thanks to all those who came out and participated, and to all the stores and businesses that generously donated their local goods and services to contribute to this ever-growing awesome networking event. Special thanks to The Lowcountry Store for hosting and to Wendy Pollitzer for taking pictures.\r\n\r\nHere is a list of prizes and winners:\r\n\r\n<b>• Steamer Gift Certificate: Ruth Pierce</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• The Kitchen Gift Certificate: Mary Harris</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Mystic Blu Gift Certificate: Wendy Spears</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Guys and Dolls Hairdresser Gift Certificate: Carla Abendshein</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• The Craftseller Gift Certificate: K. A. Porzacchini</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• What’s In Store Gift Certificate: GG Mack</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Thibault Gallery Lighthouse print: Tina Peterson</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Modern Jewelers Reed Barton Leather Wallet: Katherine Nissan</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• New Beginnings summer scarf: Christy Lee Ward</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Beaufort Lands End Tours Full Moon Paddle: Martha Cooper-Hudson</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Cookie Lee Jewelry: Barb Body</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Total Body Makeover from Christy Lee Ward: Mary Tillson</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Beaufort Chiropractic Gift Certificate: Lydia Simmons</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• G’G’s Zumba Fit 5 free classes: Jeannie Pickle</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Mary Hamby note cards: Alicia Proudfoot</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Coastal Carolina Reiki Session: Margaret Nahrgang</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Lowcountry Store necklace: Tina Fripp</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Lowcountry Store soap: Brenda Powell</b>\r\n\r\nNext month’s Island Girls Night Out will be held Wednesday, June 11 at What’s In Store on St. Helena Island. Everyone is invited to come join us for more fun, food, networking and shopping. 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