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(31825, 4, '2017-03-30 11:50:09', '2017-03-30 15:50:09', '<b>Symphony to benefit&nbsp;</b><b>Beaufort Memorial</b>\r\n\r\nDuke Symphony Orchestra Conductor Harry Davidson will once again be leading some 60 students through the works of well-known and emerging classical composers at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at the USCB Performing Arts Center.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe concert will include Rossini’s Overture “La Gazza Ladra,” Walton’s \"Passacaglia - Death of Falstaff” and Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 “Italian.”\r\n\r\nThe students volunteer their time and talents for this event, which is one of the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation’s major fundraisers.\r\n\r\nThe annual event has raised nearly $285,000 to support BMH’s Healing Arts Program in the Keyserling Cancer Center and other facilities.\r\n\r\nBill and Josie Paddock will serve as the honorary chairs for this 14th annual event. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nGeneral admission tickets are $35.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPatron tickets start at $75 and include premium seating plus an invitation to the special post-concert Conductor’s Reception.\r\n\r\nTo purchase tickets, visit bmhfoundationsc.org or call 843-522-5774.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTicket prices are $5 higher at the door.\r\n\r\n<b>Therapeutic mindfulness&nbsp;</b><b>class coming April 1</b>\r\n\r\nA therapeutic mindfulness class will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 1, at 703 Bladen St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nParticipants will learn how to prevent stress or ease physical discomfort caused by chronic pain, cancer treatments or headaches.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe cost is $15.\r\n\r\nAccording to a press release, “You will come away from class knowing more about the stress, impact of constant or traumatic stress, and how various types of mediations can help with this as integrative approaches to your health journey.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“You will experience more than five types of meditation that may help physically renew the brain. Resources to learn more about integrative and holistic health will be provided.”\r\n\r\nRegister by calling 843-770-9947 or by email to reneesutton@healthierhealing.com.\r\n\r\nThis program is hosted by Ministries for Synergetic Wellness, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.\r\n\r\nIts goal is to provide integrative therapies and education at an affordable cost to those in healthcare crisis.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nApplications for scholarships are available upon request.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.MinistriesforSynergeticWellness.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Blood donors needed&nbsp;</b><b>during April drive</b>\r\n\r\nThe American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood during National Volunteer Month this April. Donating blood is a simple way to make a profound difference in the lives of patients.\r\n\r\nNearly 2.8 million people donated blood through the Red Cross last year.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVolunteer donors are the only source of blood products for those in need of transfusions.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDonors of all blood types are needed this spring.\r\n\r\nMake an appointment to donate blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThose wishing to donate can also attend a blood drive from noon to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Carteret Street United Methodist Church at 408 Carteret St.\r\n\r\nA blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIndividuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHigh school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.', 'Health briefs for March 30th-April 5th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'health-briefs-for-march-30th-april-5th', '', '', '2017-03-30 11:50:09', '2017-03-30 15:50:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31825', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31827, 4, '2017-03-30 11:50:58', '2017-03-30 15:50:58', 'The Beaufort History Museum will present two lectures that are part of the historical series co-sponsored with the Beaufort County Library. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoth lectures take place at the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. Admission is free but reservations are required and space is limited. To reserve a seat, visit www.beauforthistorymuseum.com.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe lectures are:\r\n\r\n• 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 4: Harriet Tubman: A Glimpse into the Life of a Woman of Courage\r\n\r\nHear about Harriet Tubman’s (aka, Araminta Ross) life as a slave, her escape to freedom and her work with the Underground Railroad. You’ll learn how she helped to liberate hundreds of Lowcountry slaves in the Combahee Raid during the Civil War and about her work after the war as a humanitarian, suffragette and friend to the indigent.\r\n\r\nThe lecturer will be Andrea Allen, Beaufort History Museum board member.\r\n\r\n• 2 p.m. Thursday, April 20: Gullah History and Culture\r\n\r\nThe lecture will cover the origin of the Gullah natives primarily located along the coastal areas of South Carolina and tell why they were concentrated in large numbers on various isolated islands such as Dafuskie, Johns Island, Kiawah, Port Royal and Wadmalaw.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSt. Helena has the largest number of Gullah natives (6,500) where a strong culture still exists. Learn about their arrival as slaves through the Port of Charleston, how they were dispersed throughout the state, how their labor contributed to the wealth of the planters and what exactly happened to these natives after the “Big Gun Shoot” (The Battle of Port Royal Sound) on Nov. 7, 1861.\r\n\r\nThe lecturer will be Mary Rivers LeGree, a native of St. Helena Island. Her early years were spent on the Rivers\' family compound among her parents and other relatives. She will share their untold history and their practices from a genuine perspective, having been brought up in the culture.&nbsp;', 'Beaufort History Museum to hold lecture series', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-history-museum-to-hold-lecture-series', '', '', '2017-03-30 11:50:58', '2017-03-30 15:50:58', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31827', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31829, 4, '2017-03-30 11:51:43', '2017-03-30 15:51:43', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nRecently, I had the opportunity to go spiraling down a six-story waterslide called the Howlin’ Tornado screaming at the top of my lungs with a young 7-year-old who had persuaded me to join him.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFirst, we had to climb six flights of stairs and when we arrived at the top we climbed onto a large inflatable raft.&nbsp; Once we were settled and holding on, the attendant pushed us into a swirling tunnel flooding with water.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhat joy and laughter! We landed in a pool at the bottom where we high fived one another.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“What a blast!” I yelled, to which my companion responded, “Let’s try another one of the slides!” and off we went with equal enthusiasm and joy.\r\n\r\nAfterwards, my husband asked, “Aren’t you a little old for water slides? Shouldn’t you be acting your age?”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe remark stunned me because it had never dawned on me not to go on the waterpark slides.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Act my age.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nI had not heard that line in a long time; maybe when I was about 10 years old.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Oh,” I said, “is there a sign on the entrance to the waterslide that says you must be over 48 inches tall and less than 62 years old?” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhat “Aging Life Rule Book” is out with the title “Act your age?”\r\n\r\nThe incident reminded me of an old “Twilight Zone” episode from the early 1960s. (Yes, I am old enough that I remember watching.)&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt was about a group of residents in Sunnyvale Rest Home who snuck out at night and played kick the can, a game of their youth. The main character, Charles Whitley, believed that he has discovered the secret of youth: playing children’s games. When the group walked out through the front gate, they became children again, playing, running and laughing. Yet when they returned to the home, they were old again.\r\n\r\nIt is strange to be thinking of that show now that I am one of those seniors, still wanting to go out and play kick the can, shrieking and laughing like I was with my 7-year-old friend who said, “Come on. Let’s go.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThank goodness it never occurred to my grandson Finn that someone my age should not go on the Howlin’ Tunnel. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs for acting my age, I think I will continue to play “kick the can” until someday when it will be a bucket I kick instead of a can.', 'When should folks start ‘acting their age?’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'when-should-folks-start-acting-their-age', '', '', '2017-03-30 11:51:43', '2017-03-30 15:51:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31829', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31831, 4, '2017-03-30 11:54:35', '2017-03-30 15:54:35', '<b>Sheriff\'s office seeks&nbsp;</b><b>help ID’ing vandals&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Sheriff\'s Office investigators are looking into a series of vehicle vandalisms that occurred on March 18-19 on Lady\'s Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThirteen vehicles were reported to have been struck by golf balls in four Lady\'s Island communities: Pleasant Point Plantation, Marsh Hawk Plantation, Telfair Subdivision and Brickyard Point Road.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDamages to individual vehicles varied, but are estimated to be in the thousands of dollars collectively.\r\n\r\nIt is believed the subjects may be local to Lady\'s Island based on information obtained up to this point in the investigation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nInvestigators are asking for help in identifying those responsible for the vandalisms.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnyone with information is encouraged to contact Sgt. Brandon Disbrow at 843-255-3407 or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Crews battle 2 fires&nbsp;</b><b>endangering structures</b>\r\n\r\nBurton firefighters responded to two brush fires endangering structures recently.\r\n\r\nThe first brush fire was in the vicinity of Delany Circle off Stuart Point Road in Burton. Fire crews arrived to an approximately 10-acre brush fire that was spreading and endangering homes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt took three Burton fire engines and over 1,000 gallons of water, with assistance from the MCAS Beaufort fire department along with South Carolina Forestry, to contain the fire.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFire crews were on scene for over an hour and a half working to contain the spreading flames.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe fire is under investigation. No injuries or damages to structures were reported.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe second brush fire endangering nearby homes was on Big John Road in Burton. Firefighters arrived to a slow-moving brush fire involving less than a quarter of an acre.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTwo Burton fire engines extinguished the fire. No injuries or damages to structures were reported. The fire is under investigation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District has responded to 14 brush fires so far in 2017 and Burton fire officials are reminding residents to check their local burn ordinances. Failure to follow the ordinance can result in fines and other legal action.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Fire causes damages;&nbsp;</b><b>car accident injures 1</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31835\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"720\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/mink-point.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31835\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31835\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/mink-point.jpg\" alt=\"A garage caught fire Mink Road on March 23, but firefighters were able to contain the damages.\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\"></a> A garage caught fire Mink Road on March 23, but firefighters were able to contain the damages.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District was busy on March 23 responding to 13 emergency calls, including a house fire and a motor vehicle accident that resulted in injuries.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJust past 8 p.m. on March 23, Burton firefighters responded to a motor vehicle accident on Joe Frazier Road. Fire crews arrived to a two-vehicle accident with light to moderate damages to both vehicles and with one vehicle in the middle of the road.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA female driver was transported to Beaufort Memorial Hospital with what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTraffic on Joe Frazier Road was slowed for over 30 minutes while firefighters assisted the injured driver and removed roadway hazards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, firefighters were dispatched to a house fire on Mink Point Boulevard just past 9:30 p.m.\r\n\r\nFirefighters arrived and found smoke coming from an attached garage. They were able to extinguish the fire, which was located in a utility closet where the water heater was located and protected the fire from spreading to the home.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDamages were confined to the garage, and while the residents relocated for the evening they were expected to be able to return by March 24. The home had a properly working smoke detector as well as a monitored alarm system.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNo injuries were reported. The city of Beaufort also responded to assist as well as Beaufort County EMS.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton fire officials stress the importance of working smoke detectors and ensuring utility closets containing water heaters are clear of combustibles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District has responded to 15 building fires so far in 2017 including a fire at a Shanklin Road mobile home park involving the death of a female resident on March 6.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Gas pump struck,&nbsp;</b><b>fuel leak contained</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31834\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"336\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/leak.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31834\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31834\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/leak.jpg\" alt=\"A vehicle hit a gas pump at the Oxford BP on Parris Island Gateway.\" width=\"336\" height=\"448\"></a> A vehicle hit a gas pump at the Oxford BP on Parris Island Gateway.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District responded to a fuel leak resulting from a gas pump being struck by a vehicle on March 24.\r\n\r\nJust before 9:30 p.m. the Burton Fire District responded to a fuel leak resulting from a vehicle striking a fuel pump at the Oxford BP gas station at 780 Parris Island Gateway. Burton fire crews arrived to find gas free flowing from a damaged fuel pump.\r\n\r\nFirefighters were able to secure the leak and contain the spill. The Parris Island Fire Department Hazardous Materials unit also responded to assist as did Beaufort County EMS. Emergency crews were on scene for over an hour and a half. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton fire officials stress to fuel station managers to review emergency procedures with employees and to stock appropriate spill supplies on site.\r\n\r\nThe vehicle that struck the fuel pump had left the scene.\r\n\r\n<b>2 graduate from academy;&nbsp;</b><b>one receives top honors</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31832\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"540\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/grad1.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31832\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31832\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/grad1.jpg\" alt=\"Burton Firefighter Andrew Gatlin is congratulated by Burton Chief Harry Rountree.\" width=\"540\" height=\"720\"></a> Burton Firefighter Andrew Gatlin is congratulated by Burton Chief Harry Rountree.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31833\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"674\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/grad2.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31833\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31833\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/grad2.jpg\" alt=\"Charles Wilson\" width=\"674\" height=\"712\"></a> Charles Wilson[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District had two new firefighters graduate from the fire academy recently, with one of the graduates receiving top honors.\r\n\r\nBurton firefighters Andrew Gatlin and Charles Wilson, both Marine Corps veterans, graduated from the grueling 10-week fire academy course that was conducted at the Bluffton Township Fire District’s new training facility in Bluffton.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGraduating candidates are trained to national firefighting standards including hazardous materials response and fire prevention topics.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton Firefighter Charles Wilson received awards for having the highest graduating grade point average and was also selected by his fellow classmates to receive the Brotherhood Award.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Brotherhood Award is awarded to the student determined by his classmates as exemplifying the greatest teamwork and leadership qualities.\r\n\r\nThis is the third fire academy class held at the new Bluffton training facility. Previously new recruits would have to attend the course at the fire academy located in Columbia, which could be costly financially and time wise as new hires would have to wait for classes in Columbia to start.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBy having such a training facility locally it allows area fire departments to efficiently and cost effectively train new firefighters and quickly have them serving their communities.&nbsp;', 'Police blotter for March 30th-April 5th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'police-blotter-for-march-30th-april-5th', '', '', '2017-03-30 11:54:35', '2017-03-30 15:54:35', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31831', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31837, 4, '2017-03-30 11:55:46', '2017-03-30 15:55:46', '<h3>Courtesy of State Farm</h3>\r\nThose of us lucky enough to own boats probably don\'t spend the majority of our time on the water.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThat general lack of familiarity and experience is why when you do set out in a watercraft — whether for fishing, swimming, water skiing or just cruising — it\'s extremely important to familiarize yourself with the rules, requirements and recommendations of boating safety.\r\n\r\nThe following tips and guidelines are compiled from state and national boating safety organizations, including the U.S. Coast Guard.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Wear a life jacket</b></p>\r\nStatistics show that most boating fatality victims weren\'t wearing a personal flotation device (PFD) and that nine out of 10 of those water deaths might have been prevented with a PFD.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA life jacket should be available for each person aboard and be worn or properly stowed. Jackets should fit snugly and be the appropriate size — remember that adult jackets will not work for children. Check the PFD laws in your state, and test your jackets once a year for leaks and buoyancy.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Dress for water temp</b></p>\r\nHunters and fishermen boating during colder-weather months should remember that cold water can kill.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Take swim lessons</b></p>\r\nEven a few rudimentary lessons could someday mean the difference between living and drowning.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Stay with your boat</b></p>\r\nIf your boat capsizes, stay with it. Not only will it provide floatation assistance, but it\'s easier for rescuers to spot.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Keep a clear head</b></p>\r\nBe aware of carbon monoxide. All internal combustion engines produce carbon monoxide , an odorless, colorless and poisonous gas.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPoor cabin ventilation, blocked exhaust outlets and faulty equipment can contribute to the problem, but carbon monoxide emissions can affect the boat\'s swim platform and other areas near the engine.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBe especially careful when moving slowly, idling or stopped, and when you\'re near another boat\'s engine emissions.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nInstall carbon monoxide detectors on your boat and be aware of the early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, such as headaches, nausea, weakness and irritated eyes — that means staying alert for symptoms that might initially seem like simple seasickness or intoxication.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Don’t drink</b></p>\r\nSpeaking of intoxication, don\'t drink and boat. The use of alcohol is involved in about a third of all recreational boating fatalities , according to the U.S. Coast Guard.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoating under the influence (BUI or BWI) is as serious a legal offense as driving while intoxicated.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdditionally, the detrimental physical effects of drinking while boating can be even more severe — the motion, noise, sun, wind and spray on the water is more exhausting than usual, accelerating the intoxicating effects of alcohol.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Plan ahead</b></p>\r\nKnow the rules. Before launching your boat , learn the nautical \"rules of the road\" by taking a boater safety class. They are a large part of boating safety, especially when meeting, crossing or overtaking another boat.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLearning the meaning of buoys and other water markers, maintain a safe speed and keep a watchful eye on the waters for smooth sailing. Check the U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Resource Center for approved boating courses.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Leave a float plan</b></p>\r\nIf you\'re going to be on the water for a couple hours, make sure someone on land knows where you\'re going and when you plan to return.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf you\'re heading out for a longer stretch, leave a written float plan with the marina or a friend that can aid rescuers in case of an emergency. (You cannot file a float plan with the Coast Guard.)&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition to the where and when information, your float plan should include identifying details about your boat, a passenger list and your boat\'s safety and survival equipment, including radio information.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Appoint an assistant skipper</b></p>\r\nDon\'t be the only person on your boat who knows how to operate the vessel and where the safety and first aid equipment are stored. Make sure someone else can get your boat back to shore if you can\'t.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Take a safety class</b></p>\r\nInsurance discounts may be available for approved boating safety courses.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Check the weather</b></p>\r\nConsult local forecasts before heading out, especially during hurricane season. If you do run into dark clouds, increasing winds or sudden extreme temperature drops while on the water, head back to shore. If you do get caught in a storm, put the PFDs on and keep everyone low in the boat.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Have communication options</b></p>\r\nBring a mobile phone sealed in a water- resistant bag, but don\'t rely on it completely. Ideally, you should have a VHF marine radio with DCS (Digital-Coded Squelch) that can give the Coast Guard your position in an emergency.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Get your boat inspected</b></p>\r\nIf you\'re unsure of your boat\'s condition, get a Vessel Safety Check (VSC). A VSC is a free examination of your boat courtesy of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary to verify the presence and condition of all required safety equipment.\r\n\r\nUnlike our automobiles, most of us find ourselves on a boat in order to enjoy some relaxation and recreation. Just don\'t let your quest for fun on the water make you complacent about boating safety. Know and follow the rules so that everyone has a good time and gets back to dry land safe and sound.\r\n\r\n<i>State Farm (including State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is not responsible for, and does not endorse or approve, either implicitly or explicitly, the content of any third party sites hyperlinked from this page.&nbsp;</i>', 'Stay safe on the water with State Farm tips', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'stay-safe-on-the-water-with-state-farm-tips', '', '', '2017-03-30 11:55:46', '2017-03-30 15:55:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31837', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31839, 4, '2017-03-30 12:33:29', '2017-03-30 16:33:29', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;The students who successfully completed Girls On the Run were MiAngel Berbeck, Cecilia Achodot-Oberu, Jamerrah Bellinger, Nyasia Billups, Zamaria Chaplin, Audiyah Gardner, Shakierra Gardner, Janiyah Lynard, Elliott Pence, Tyesha Smalls, Orika Clark, Justice Albury and Dermony Holmes.&nbsp;</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31842\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"906\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Screen-Shot-2017-03-30-at-12.32.08-PM.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31842\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31842\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Screen-Shot-2017-03-30-at-12.32.08-PM.png\" alt=\"St. Peter\'s Catholic School student Harrison Thayer came in first place in the SCISA Regional Spelling Bee and second place in the State Spelling Bee. \" width=\"906\" height=\"1362\"></a> St. Peter\'s Catholic School student Harrison Thayer came in first place in the SCISA Regional Spelling Bee and second place in the State Spelling Bee.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<b>Students participate in Girls On the Run</b>\r\n\r\nLady’s Island Elementary School (LIES) recently participated in Girls On the Run, an after-school physical activity-based positive youth development program for girls.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe girls are taught life skills through dynamic interactive lessons and running games.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe program culminates with the girls being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5K running event, which was held on March 18 at River Ridge Academy.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal of this program is to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe head coaches at LIES were Jalissa Newton, school counselor, and Ashley Walker, a first-grade teacher. Assistant coaches were Catherine Carroll, a kindergarten teacher, and Meredith Rocha and Rachel Grindle, both first-grade teachers.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLIES plans to have two seasons next year because Girls on The Run was so much fun for the coaches and students.\r\n\r\n<b>Students to perform&nbsp;</b><b>original play</b>\r\n\r\nForty students will be performing in an original play entitled “The Lost Isle” at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at Lady’s Island Elementary School.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe play has been underwritten by an Excellence in Education Foundation Grant awarded to theater teacher Carol Dawson and dance teacher Lisa Teneyck.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe play is a result of a student writing project known as “Page to Stage.”\r\n\r\nEach Thursday after school, a group of 10 student writers in grades 2-5 met to create a story that could be produced as a viable children’s play. After five months of writing, rewriting and pitching ideas, the story evolved.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese young writers are now seeing their play produced and watching their words come to life.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The Lost Isle” is about good versus evil in the character of Captain Max and his trusty dog, Salty. Along the way are many adventures that test Captain Max and his patience. Many creatures from the high seas and a deserted island give him just the perspective he needs to see the error of his ways.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere is no admission cost, but donations of a canned good or dry good for the food bank will be collected at the door.\r\n\r\n<b>Veteran executive&nbsp;</b><b>selected as CFO</b>\r\n\r\nA veteran finance manager has been named the Beaufort County School District’s new chief financial and operations officer.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTonya Crosby has been with the school district for 16 years and currently serves as its finance services officer. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nHer responsibilities in that role have included preparing the district’s $215 million annual budget, developing annual financial statements, supervising the district’s general accounting functions and training district and school-level staff in budget preparation.\r\n\r\nAs CFO, Crosby will direct the budgeting, accounting and reporting of all school district funds; take a lead role in long-term financial planning; direct the development of the district’s capital facilities plan; and be responsible for divisions such as technology and food services.\r\n\r\nSuperintendent Jeff Moss said that the school district has a “well-deserved and time-tested reputation for efficient business operations and prudent budgeting.”\r\n\r\nOver the past 17 years, he noted that the district has never had a negative financial finding in any of its annual independent audits and has won numerous awards for excellence in financial reporting. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe district’s bond ratings are Aa1 with Moody’s Investors Service and AA with Standard and Poor’s.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Continuing the district’s long tradition of financial and business excellence made this a very important hire,” Moss said, “and I’m confident that Ms. Crosby will be effective in her expanded responsibilities.”\r\n\r\nCrosby, a graduate of Clemson University, is both a certified public accountant and a certified government finance officer.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCrosby replaces Phyllis White, who retired in December.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Performing arts center&nbsp;</b><b>coming to Whale Branch</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County board of education recently voted to devote a portion of its borrowing capacity to building a performing arts center at Whale Branch Early College High School.\r\n\r\nWhale Branch is the only district high school that does not have a performing arts-style auditorium for student performances and classes. It is also the only district high school that doesn’t have a larger competition gym. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nParents and community supporters had urged the district to build both a performing arts center and a competition gymnasium since the high school opened in 2010.\r\n\r\nThe board voted on Feb. 7 to build a gym and recently voted to build the performing arts center. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoth projects will be funded under a state-authorized provision that allows local school boards to borrow up to 8 percent of their districts’ assessed property value for facilities construction and improvement.\r\n\r\n“Beyond the excitement this will certainly generate among our students, our staff and our surrounding community, the new instructional opportunities are wonderful and plentiful,” said Mona Lise Dickson, the high school’s principal. “We plan to make full use of those opportunities and enhance our kids’ educational experiences, not to mention their artistic and athletic experiences.”\r\n\r\n<b>Bus executive selected&nbsp;</b><b>as transportation head</b>\r\n\r\nA veteran Aiken County school bus executive with a broad range of work experience – including three years behind the wheel – is the Beaufort County School District’s new director of transportation.\r\n\r\nMaria McClure worked in various positions with Aiken County Schools over the last 31 years, starting off as a bus driver. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter being promoted to transportation secretary and later to Area 1 transportation supervisor, she was named as Aiken County’s executive manager of transportation, a position she held for 13 years. She also performed driver exams for Commercial Driver’s License applicants.\r\n\r\n“I’m excited to begin a new chapter in my transportation career, particularly working in such a beautiful place and with such welcoming people,” McClure said.\r\n\r\nIn her new job, McClure will supervise about 175 drivers and staff responsible for transporting more than 11,000 students to or from school each day on about 190 buses that travel more than 11,000 miles each day.', 'School briefs for March 30th-April 5th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-briefs-for-march-30th-april-5th', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:41', '2018-07-12 14:58:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31839', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31846, 4, '2017-03-30 12:35:33', '2017-03-30 16:35:33', '<b>New art studio to&nbsp;</b><b>hold celebration</b>\r\n\r\nJennifer JL Jones Studios will be celebrating its new art studio from 4-6:3 p.m. Thursday, April 6, at 828A Paris Ave. in Port Royal. A ribbon cutting ceremony, hosted by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce will take place at 4:30 p.m.\r\n\r\nThe event will feature light refreshments, a chance to win a painting, an unveiling of new art and an exclusive sale on available art.\r\n\r\nJones is an American artist whose long-established career is highlighted by exhibitions in select national and international galleries, including a 2013 group exhibition in Paris.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.beaufortchamber.org or call 843-525-8500.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Chamber to host&nbsp;</b><b>ribbon cutting</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Carriage Company will be celebrating its second anniversary under new ownership and its newly remodeled storefront at 930 Bay St. in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration, hosted by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, will take place from 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, April 4. The celebration will feature light refreshments and a meet and greet with one of&nbsp; its infamous carriage horses, \"Angus.\"\r\n\r\nSea Island Carriage Company (SICC) has been providing historic carriage tours through downtown Beaufort for the past 15 years.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.beaufortchamber.org or call 843-525-8500.', 'Chamber Corner for March 30th-April 5th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chamber-corner-for-march-30th-april-5th', '', '', '2017-03-30 12:35:33', '2017-03-30 16:35:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31846', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31845, 4, '2017-03-30 12:36:24', '2017-03-30 16:36:24', '<h3>By Bill Rauch</h3>\r\nWhere did all these liberals come from? I don’t recall their saying anything about their liberal proclivities when they were running.\r\n\r\nLast week’s announcement that a Virginia-based solar energy company called Dominion will spend up to $100 million to build two solar generating facilities in Jasper County this year is sure to spark a renewed fight on the Beaufort County Council over whether to join the SouthernCarolina Regional Development Alliance.\r\n\r\nWhy? Because the SouthernCarolina Alliance is credited with putting the Dominion/Jasper solar deal together. And the economic development consortium has long unsuccessfully lobbied Beaufort County to join their group.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTheir defenders will use the good news of the new clean industry in Jasper to ratchet up the pressure on Beaufort County to join.\r\n\r\nThe solar farms will create about 200 one-time construction jobs, according to Dominion’s press release.\r\n\r\nThe SouthernCarolina Regional Development Alliance currently works with five counties — Jasper, Hampton, Allendale, Barnwell and Bamberg. As the fee to join the group is based on each county’s respective population, if Beaufort County joined it would immediately be providing more revenues ($175,000 per year plus a $20,000 origination fee) to the group’s coffers than all the other counties combined.\r\n\r\nDetractors ask: “Would Beaufort County receive in exchange more than half Alliance’s efforts?”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhether to join the SouthernCarolina Alliance has been a quiet but deeply divisive issue on Beaufort County Council for the past several years. Most of County Council’s Southern Beaufort County representatives favor joining the group while all the representatives representing districts north of the Broad River have expressed misgivings.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt has been only Hilton Head Island-based Council Vice Chairman Jerry Stewart, who has said he’s opposed to joining, and Bluffton’s Tabor Vaux who has been on both sides of the issue who have withheld the key votes that have to date stopped the county short of joining.\r\n\r\nBut with the Alliance’s board member State Sen. Tom Davis, Alliance Associates member TCL President Richard Gough, and Alliance Advisory board member Ed Saxon lobbying the county this budget season, that may change.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe glamorous news of the solar farms next door will inevitably be trotted out.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOr the tipping point may ironically be provided by the county’s newest economic development entity, the Beaufort County Economic Development Corp., which was set up to do the work they would instead ask the Alliance to do. They would not, of course, put themselves out of business. They say they will instead wait until their new executive director is hired, and then ask County Council for more funding so that they can bring in Alliance.\r\n\r\nHere’s the hotbed of liberalism. Why? Because traditional conservatives say take the economic development money and roll back business license fees, or property taxes, or a combination of the two.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTake a hard look at unnecessary regulations too. Getting out of the private sector’s way is what will create jobs.\r\n\r\nThe liberal solution is the opposite: increase taxes to pile programs on top of programs intended to find ways to create jobs.\r\n\r\nLet’s do the numbers.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Economic Development Corp. will ask the four Beaufort County municipalities for $10,000 each from their FY ’18 budgets, and they want a $140,000 state Commerce Department grant protected with which to help pay their new director. The county will be asked to pitch in more to support their operations, but we don’t know exactly how much yet. Then they will ask the Beaufort County Council to spend the nearly $200,000 to join up with Alliance in FY’18.\r\n\r\nLest we forget, the local governments already help fund the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce. Moreover, the city of Beaufort owns and operates the failed Beaufort Commerce Park that has been a famous million dollar sinkhole.\r\n\r\nThat’s not all.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRecently the city of Beaufort spent another million-plus dollars to purchase a downtown building into which to put its new Digital Corridor incubator that will be managed, for an additional handsome fee, by Charleston’s Digital Corridor. That effort’s defenders say it’s too soon to judge, but to date results there have been sketchy at best.\r\n\r\nThere is undoubtedly more.\r\n\r\nWith budget season approaching it is reasonable to ask how many tax dollars the local governments ought reasonably be spending to bring in business? Do the past results justify the future expenditures? Would the dollars being spent be more productively spent on essential services like law enforcement, fire, EMS, refuse removal or mosquito control? Or, horrors, tax relief?\r\n\r\nThese are questions to ask our recently-converted liberal friends.\r\n\r\nWhile listening respectfully to their answers watch carefully their hands. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.</i>', 'Jasper\'s new solar farms will cost us bundles ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'jaspers-new-solar-farms-will-cost-us-bundles', '', '', '2017-03-30 12:36:24', '2017-03-30 16:36:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31845', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31849, 4, '2017-03-30 12:38:13', '2017-03-30 16:38:13', 'Thomas Lochen took this shot of a pond on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\nTo submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.&nbsp;', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lowcountry-life-31', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:27:12', '2018-07-12 15:27:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31849', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31851, 4, '2017-03-30 12:38:30', '2017-03-30 16:38:30', '<b>Realtor certified in&nbsp;</b><b>military relocation</b>\r\n\r\nRobert Moul, of Weichert, Realtors-Coastal Properties, has been awarded the nationally recognized Military Relocation Professional Certification by the National Association of Realtors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe certification is presented to Realtors who help military personnel, veterans and their families find housing that lets them make the best use of their benefits and serves the unique needs of military life.\r\n\r\nWhen military staff and their families relocate, the services of a real estate professional who understands their needs and timetables can make the transfer easier, faster and less stressful, according to a press release.\r\n\r\nRealtors who earn this certification know how to work with active duty military buyers and sellers, as well as veterans.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We are incredibly thankful to the current and former members of our military for their service,” said Karen Ryan, owner/broker of Weichert, Realtors-Coastal Properties. “We’re also proud of Robert for earning this certification and going the extra mile to help the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces, both active and retired, with their dreams of home ownership.”\r\n\r\nVisit www.WeichertCP.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Quick sales, low supply&nbsp;</b><b>kick off new year</b>\r\n\r\nThe start of the year ushered in a wave of good news about a hot stock market, higher wages and an active home sales environment, according to the Beaufort County Association of Realtors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAt the same time, housing prices have continued to rise, and the low inventory situation and affordability crunch has been particularly hard on first-time buyers struggling to get into the market.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNevertheless, buyer activity is easily outpacing seller activity in much of the country, culminating in relatively quick sales and low supply. Demand definitely remained strong this month, the release stated.\r\n\r\nNew Listings were up 11.8 percent to 255; Pending Sales increased 1.1 percent to 186; and Inventory shrank 6 percent to 920 units.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPrices moved higher as Median Sales Price was up 2.6 percent to $179,500. Days on Market decreased 1.1 percent to 86 days. Months Supply of Inventory was down 12.3 percent to five months, indicating that demand increased relative to supply.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUnemployment has reached pre-recession levels, and Americans remain optimistic about finding quality employment. This matters because job growth and higher paychecks fuel home purchases.\r\n\r\nUnfortunately, according to the association, that won\'t matter for potential buyers if price appreciation outpaces income growth and if mortgage rates continue their upward trend.\r\n\r\nSellers are getting a generous number of offers in this market. The worry for sellers then becomes that there will not be a generous number of homes to choose from when they become buyers, the release states.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Elliott is named&nbsp;</b><b>services coordinator</b>\r\n\r\nThe Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island, which serves all of South Carolina including the counties of Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, Jasper, and Orangeburg, has promoted Dennis Elliott to Compliance and Internet Data Exchange services coordinator.\r\n\r\nPrior to receiving this promotion, Elliott was a member services associate and handled all HHIMLS technology-based products, maintained relationships with MLS members and assisted new members as well as additional responsibilities.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit hiltonheadmls.com.', 'Real Estate briefs for March 30th-April 5th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'real-estate-briefs-for-march-30th-april-5th', '', '', '2017-03-30 12:38:30', '2017-03-30 16:38:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31851', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31855, 4, '2017-03-30 12:39:04', '2017-03-30 16:39:04', 'One-hundred and forty-nine Beaufort County eighth-graders were honored recently for being named Junior Scholars by the South Carolina Department of Education.\r\n\r\nThe students and their parents were recognized at a Junior Scholars Banquet sponsored by the Beaufort County School District.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“This recognition recognizes your potential to become a success in school and in life,” said Superintendent Jeff Moss. “Whether you live up to that potential is up to you.”\r\n\r\nThe banquet’s featured speaker was Brooke Everly, who graduated as the valedictorian of the Class of 2016 at Whale Branch Early College High School with both a South Carolina high school diploma and an associate’s degree from the Technical College of the Lowcountry. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nEverly is currently a cadet at The Citadel, where she maintains a 3.8 GPA and plans to graduate next spring with the intention of continuing into the Citadel’s Accelerated Master’s program for biology.&nbsp; Her longer-term goals include attending medical school and becoming a surgical oncologist.\r\n\r\nThe Junior Scholars Program was developed by the South Carolina Department of Education to identify eighth-graders with exceptional academic talent and to develop strategies for inclusion into special programs. The program includes a process for screening, identifying and recognizing students with high scholastic achievement and intellectual ability.\r\n\r\nEligible students include those who score 50 or higher on the PSAT (preliminary SAT) in verbal, math or writing, or those who participated in Duke University\'s Talent Identification Program (TIP) during their seventh-grade years.\r\n\r\nStudents from Northern Beaufort County who were honored include:\r\n\r\nNevaeh Babb, Danyelle Bethea, Matthew Bornscheuer, Brody Connell, Esasha Frazier, Ethan Glover, Elizabeth Gray, Kaiya Johnson, Trey Smith and Amyah Todd, all of Beaufort Middle School; Travis Cato, Claire Davis, Karissa Gold, Caleb Henry, Drake Ireton, Mark May, Omarion McKinnon, Lucas Michels, Zoe Pejsa, Jacob Schatzle, Megan Schoener, Aidan Taylor and Ariana Watson, all of Lady’s Island Middle School; Samantha Aguero, Jaykob Aguilar, Jaxon Beebe, Sophia Corey, Sadie Flemetis, Dawson Hatch, Quintin Rowley, Emily Rivard, Hannah Parson and Michael Montanez, all of River Ridge Academy; Owen Dando, Lilah Delbos, Henry Harper, Walker Perryman, Hopi Stewart, Grace Trask and William Winburn, all of Riverview Charter School; Thien Tran and Anthony Dix, both of Robert Smalls International Academy; and Piper Reid of Whale Branch Middle.', 'Students honored at banquet as 2017 South Carolina Junior Scholars', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'students-honored-at-banquet-as-2017-south-carolina-junior-scholars', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:41', '2018-07-12 14:58:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31855', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31857, 4, '2017-03-30 12:39:44', '2017-03-30 16:39:44', '<em>Photo above: The overflow crowd gathers at Something For Everyone gift shop. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nIsland Girls Night Out, an opportunity to socialize, win prizes and meet new friends, was held on March 23 at Something For Everyone on 1002 Bay St.&nbsp;This free event was sponsored by The Island News. Businesses that would like to book an IGNO can call Irene Goodnight&nbsp;615-243-4684.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31876\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3355.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31876\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31876\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3355.jpg\" alt=\"Mary Daise, left, Shirley Martin and Yvonne Park enjoy some light snacks.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"931\"></a> Mary Daise, left, Shirley Martin and Yvonne Park enjoy some light snacks.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31873\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3366.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31873\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31873\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3366.jpg\" alt=\"Shea Dukes, left and Charlotte Diorio mug for the camera.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1276\"></a> Shea Dukes, left and Charlotte Diorio mug for the camera.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31867\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3386.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31867\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31867\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3386.jpg\" alt=\"Jacqueline Jones, left, and sister Mary Clark.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1153\"></a> Jacqueline Jones, left, and sister Mary Clark.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31859\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1072\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3426.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31859\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31859\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3426.jpg\" alt=\"Inez Williams collects her gift certificate for Collectors Antique Mall.\" width=\"1072\" height=\"1400\"></a> Inez Williams collects her gift certificate for Collectors Antique Mall.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31860\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1237\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3422.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31860\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31860\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3422.jpg\" alt=\"Linda Dowling wins a gift certificate to Red Woof Inn for one night of boarding for her dog.\" width=\"1237\" height=\"1400\"></a> Linda Dowling wins a gift certificate to Red Woof Inn for one night of boarding for her dog.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31861\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1170\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3420.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31861\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31861\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RES3420.jpg\" alt=\"Kim Coolican left, accepts her gift certificate to Guys &amp; Dolls.\" width=\"1170\" height=\"1400\"></a> Kim Coolican left, accepts her gift certificate to Guys &amp; Dolls.[/caption]', 'Local ladies find something for everyone', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'local-ladies-find-something-for-everyone', '', '', '2017-03-30 12:48:07', '2017-03-30 16:48:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31857', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31858, 4, '2017-03-30 12:40:20', '2017-03-30 16:40:20', '<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nFourteen video cameras now monitor and record parts of downtown Beaufort 24 hours a day, including the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, to improve safety and security, according to the city of Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe cameras provide video feeds to the Beaufort Police Department and are expected to provide evidence in court as well as deter crime, Beaufort City Manager Bill Prokop said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Police Department demonstrated the system at a Beaufort City Council workshop March 21.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Our downtown area is popular with residents and with visitors, and we want to do everything we can to ensure everyone stays safe,” he said. “We believe this video recording system is an important tool to help our police and our community.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe $71,500 system features 14 cameras placed from Charles Street to Carteret Street, including the Waterfront Park area.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCity officials bought the system using accommodations tax funds and general fund money.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe cameras and other equipment are installed and operational.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdding the surveillance system is yet another component of the community policing concept used by Beaufort, Police Chief Matt Clancy said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“With community policing, we multiply our patrol force by utilizing people sharing their concerns with us about suspicious activity and establishing good relationships across Beaufort,” he said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We use social media to seek public help in identifying suspects. Now we have video recording to help us monitor key locations, and that will be a big help.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“At the end of the day, our goal is to provide the highest level of public safety possible,” Clancy said. “This video system will greatly expand our ability to provide that service.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort’s move to video recording mirrors that of Bluffton, where the town bought and installed a 22-camera system in 2015 to boost public safety.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“This is an important investment in community safety and will be a strong tool for our police and the courts if needed,” Clancy said.', 'Cameras installed in parts of downtown', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'cameras-installed-in-parts-of-downtown', '', '', '2017-03-30 12:40:20', '2017-03-30 16:40:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31858', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31864, 4, '2017-03-30 12:43:53', '2017-03-30 16:43:53', '<em>Photo above: Volunteers plant bushes, grasses and other plants to beautify Duke Street in downtown Beaufort. Photo provided.</em>\r\n<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nDozens of Beaufort volunteers, including master gardeners, joined the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission recently to plant hundreds of flowering bushes, ornamental grasses and groundcover to beautify Duke Street in downtown Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe work is part of the Redevelopment Commission’s Street-by-Street Infill Initiative, which is focused on Duke Street through Dec. 31. The program includes incentives for property owners to improve properties and build on vacant lots. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Seeing people coming together for a common cause, even something as simple as planting bushes, reminds us of how special Beaufort is,” said Mike McFee, a Beaufort City Council member and chair of the Redevelopment Commission’s Infill Initiative Group. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We’re basically helping to make over sections of downtown Beaufort with new paint, new landscaping, a small pocket park and other touches,” he said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe work on March 27 centered on Duke Street near the Beaufort Housing Authority’s duplexes and the Beaufort Police Department substation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe project is a partnership between the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission, Beaufort Housing Authority, Clemson Extension and the Lowcountry Master Gardeners.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal is to create a “model street” and showcase what can be done through public-private partnerships and lots of volunteer effort, Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe planning committee began work on this part of the project during the summer of 2016 and expects to be finished by May.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn July 1, the project will expand to Washington Street, with some continuation of Duke Street work until the end of 2017.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“After that, we will focus on a new street each year in the area between Carteret Street and Ribaut Road,” Keyserling said. “This is a wonderful way to reenergize a neighborhood.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBefore the volunteers showed up, most of the prep work had been done, including having the gardens designed; bed edging installed; beds weeded, tilled and mulched; plants chosen and ordered; unsightly utility lines removed and placed underground; sidewalks improved; brush cleared and trees trimmed; and a small “pocket park” laid out with benches, lawn space and new trees.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The volunteers are really the ones who make this happen. We work behind the scenes and bring in any city resources we can, but overall, the volunteers are driving this,” said Jon Verity, chairman of the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo date, hands-on volunteers for the Street-by-Street Infill Initiative include neighbors and residents; Beaufort Housing Authority staff, board members and contractors; Clemson Cooperative Extension horticultural agent Laura Lee Rose; Lowcountry Master Gardeners, led by Sheila Drouin who designed the landscaping; Cub Scout Pack #1; and the city of Beaufort, including the Redevelopment Commission, mayor and city council, planning department, public works department, police and fire departments.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThose who have donated goods and services to the effort include Allison Ramsey Architects; Hargray; CenturyLink; Easy Rentals; Lowe\'s; J.Weidner Landscaping; Padgett Tree Service; and Scott Sonoc and Marsha Williams providing services of Buds &amp; Blooms Landscaping.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31870\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2000\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/duke2.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31870\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31870\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/duke2.jpg\" alt=\"Police and fire volunteers help with the plantings on Duke Street on March 27. Photo provided.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"3008\"></a> Police and fire volunteers help with the plantings on Duke Street on March 27. Photo provided.[/caption]', 'Volunteer work to beautify city', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'volunteer-work-to-beautify-city', '', '', '2017-03-30 12:44:59', '2017-03-30 16:44:59', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31864', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31878, 4, '2017-03-30 12:45:57', '2017-03-30 16:45:57', '<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nGeismar, an international manufacturer and distributor of railway maintenance equipment, is launching its new operations in Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nIt will be the first manufacturing facility in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe development is expected to bring $2.9 million in new capital investment and lead to the creation of 50 new jobs.\r\n\r\n\"We are very excited to call Beaufort, South Carolina, our new North American headquarters and our first manufacturing facility in the U.S.,” said Geismar North America President Alan Reynolds.\r\n\r\n“After an extensive search and much research, we chose this location based on the state and local commitment to supporting a new manufacturing facility. The local workforce, proximity to major highways and ports, the ability to expand the facility as we grow and the pro-manufacturing attitude made the difference in our decision.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\nServing the North American railroad industry for more than 40 years, Geismar offers a range of tools for track works, including hand-held machinery and heavy equipment.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe company features a product catalog for the rail industry that includes a variety of saws, drills, grinders, track motor cars, loaders and more.\r\n\r\nLocated at 134 Parker Drive in Beaufort, Geismar North America will be constructing specialty rail cars and new railway maintenance equipment.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"Beaufort County is proud to be a business-friendly county that is attracting internationally successful manufacturing companies to establish new operations,” said Blakely Williams, of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce.\r\n\r\n“While a $2.9 million investment that creates at least 50 new, good-paying jobs is enough to celebrate, we\'re proud that Geismar will also establish North American headquarters right here in Beaufort and we look forward to working with their team for many years to come.\" &nbsp;\r\n\r\nHiring for the new positions is projected to begin in the second quarter of 2017, and interested applicants should contact USJobs@geismar.com.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, the governor weighed in on the company coming to Beaufort.\r\n\r\n\"Our state\'s workforce has proven that it\'s one of the best in the world, and that\'s why we know a company like Geismar will succeed here,” said SC Gov. Henry McMaster. “When a company chooses to call South Carolina its home, we commit to having its back every step of the way, and we\'re excited to see what the future will hold for this new partnership.\"&nbsp;', 'First manufacturing facility coming to Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'first-manufacturing-facility-coming-to-beaufort', '', '', '2017-03-30 12:45:57', '2017-03-30 16:45:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31878', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31881, 4, '2017-04-06 11:28:37', '2017-04-06 15:28:37', '<b>Tubman, Smalls topic of free lecture on April 6</b>\r\n\r\nDr. Andrew Billingsley will lecture at Tabernacle Baptist Church on the topic of \"Harriet Tubman and Robert Smalls in South Carolina during the Civil War\" at 6 p.m. Thursday, April6.\r\n\r\nThe lecture is free and the public is invited to attend.\r\n\r\n<b>Shrimp, grits cook-off&nbsp;</b><b>to be held April 8</b>\r\n\r\nThe 4th Annual Bridge Block Party-Shrimp and Grits Cook-off, will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 8, on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. In addition to the cook-off, there will be music, raffles, a kids zone, artisans, food and beer.\r\n\r\nThe event is being presented by Ameris Bank and is a fundraiser for Bridges Prep.\r\n\r\n<b>ArtWalk is coming&nbsp;</b><b>to downtown Beaufort</b>\r\n\r\nAn ArtWalk featuring more than 400 artists will be held from 5-7:30 p.m. Friday, April 7, in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nMore than a dozen galleries will be open featuring varied styles and mediums of art.&nbsp;Refreshments will be offered.\r\n\r\n<b>Writing discussion&nbsp;</b><b>coming to Beaufort</b>\r\n\r\nThe Pat Conroy Literary Center will host Kelly Egan, who will discuss “On Writing, Living, and Making Meaning: A Discussion on Writing about the Spiritual Life” from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at the Grace Chapel AME Church at 502 Charles St. ($5 donation) and from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Technical College of the Lowcountry Auditorium, Beaufort.\r\n\r\n<b>Santa Elena Center&nbsp;</b><b>offers history programs</b>\r\n\r\nThe following programs will be held at the Santa Elena History Center at 1501 Bay St. Tickets are $10 for each event and can be purchased at santa-elena.org/calendar-of-events.\r\n\r\n• The European Struggle to Settle North America: 3-4 p.m. Saturday, April 8.\r\n\r\nThroughout the 16th and 17th centuries, England, France, and Spain struggled to establish permanent settlements in North America. Most of their attempts failed, but each country finally achieved success. The area that would become South Carolina played an important role in this struggle.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe authors of “The European Struggle to Settle North America: Colonizing Attempts by England, France and Spain, 1521-1608” will delve into settlement efforts in the Southeastern United States and in particular the Port Royal Sound region.\r\n\r\n• Games of the Past: 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, April 11\r\n\r\nDid you ever wonder how people amused themselves before there was TV, computers and tablets?&nbsp; Travel back in time with us and learn about the games our ancestors played. You will have chance to play a variety of them including Nine Men’s Morris, Put and Take, Buck and Mancala just to name a few. Whether you are an adult or kid, you might find them a lot of fun!\r\n\r\n• Indigo Tie-Dyeing with Eliza Lucas Pinckney: 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 12\r\n\r\nIn this family program Pinckney will help guests understand the historical importance of indigo and how it became a valuable cash crop in South Carolina.&nbsp; Participants will have a chance to interact with her and ask her questions before they explore the parts of the plant used to make the dye and then tie-dye their own t-shirts in indigo. Bring a white T-shirt, preferably cotton, on the day of the event.\r\n\r\n<b>Quilters invite public to participate in event</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Quilters will hold a Quilters Day Out from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at the Carteret Street Methodist Church.\r\n\r\n“If you are interested in the art of quilting, you are urged to attend this very special, informative and fun day,” according to a release.\r\n\r\nFor more details, contact Joey Patrucco at mjpatrucco@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Spring tea coming&nbsp;</b><b>to Dataw Island Club</b>\r\n\r\nThe Third Annual Spring Tea, presented by the Beaufort History Museum, will be held from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, May 10.\r\n\r\nReservations must be made by Monday, April 10. Seating is limited.\r\n\r\nThe event, Crowning Glory – Celebrating the Role of Women’s Hats in Southern Culture,” will be held at the Dataw Island Club.\r\n\r\nPatrons are invited to“Strut&nbsp; their Hattitude” as they savor raditional delicacies, sip tea, listen to informative speakers and bid in a silent auction.\r\n\r\nTo make reservations, visit tea.beauforthistorymuseum.com.&nbsp;Proceeds will benefit the projects of the Beaufort History Museum.\r\n\r\n<b>Recycling, coloring&nbsp;</b><b>at Beaufort library</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. is hosting the following upcoming events:\r\n\r\n• Relax and Color @ Beaufort Branch Library - Stop by to color, meet new friends and relax at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 11.\r\n\r\n• How to Recycle Right in the Lowcountry - Recycling differs by region. Learn the most effective ways to recycle in Beaufort County at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 18.\r\n\r\n<b>Women’s conference&nbsp;</b><b>to be held in Port Royal</b>\r\n\r\nLocal women are invited to Lost on a Familiar Road Women\'s Conference from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at Port Royal Baptist Church\r\n\r\nDeadline for registering is Friday, April 14, and groups of women are welcome. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe cost is $10, which includes lunch. Author Kimberly Sowell will be the speaker.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-521-1994, email secretary@portroyalbaptist.org, or visit www.portroyalbaptist.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Fashion show to be&nbsp;</b><b>held on April 20</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Christian Women’s Connection Annual Fashion Show will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at the Hilton Garden Inn at 1500 Queen St.\r\n\r\nReservations must be made by Friday, April 14. The cost of the lunch and program is $18 per person (includes tip and tax). &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFashions will be presented from Nuances of Port Royal and JCPenny. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor reservations, contact Marti Myers at 843-321-0962 or puddlesportia@gmail.com.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Christian women’s group&nbsp;</b><b>to hold luncheon</b>\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Christian Women\'s Connection will hold its April luncheon at the Hampton Hall Clubhouse at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 19. Lunch is $25 and must be prepaid by Wednesday, April 12.\r\n\r\nThe double features will include Linda DePue of Savannah, presenting the latest line of Premier Design Jewelry for purchase and Nicole Smith, owner of Make It Pretty studio in Bluffton, who will give a presentation on floral design and demonstrate seasonal do- it-yourself ideas. The key speaker will be Susan Schreer Davis, of Kennesaw, Ga. She is a singer, songwriter and author of the book, \"The Great Undoing and My Journey Home.”\r\n\r\nMake checks payable to \"CWC Bluffton\" and mail to: Kathy Walters, 10 Evening Tide Way, Bluffton, SC 29910', 'What To Do the week of April 6th-12th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-april-6th-12th', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:28:37', '2017-04-06 15:28:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31881', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31883, 4, '2017-04-06 11:29:27', '2017-04-06 15:29:27', '<h3>By Celia Strong</h3>\r\nJust as there are many Chardonnays, or any other variety or category of wine, there are many rosés.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey come from different countries, from different sources within one country, from different grape varieties, different winemakers and oOn and on.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSo, just because we just recently found a new rosé, doesn\'t mean we can\'t have another new one, one that is totally different, but still delicious.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOur new rosé comes from a brand new wine area (for us, anyhow): the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFormerly, this small area was part of Provence.&nbsp; It is located in very Southeastern France, with part of its eastern border being Italy. It is an area of plateaus, valleys and hills with tourism (skiing) as its main industry.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe area\'s population is under 200,000 with most living on the valley floors. But, a third of the housing is second homes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt’s great for skiing in the winter, but summers are warm with thunderstorms and wind. White rocks are scattered all over the area in a thin layer of topsoil.&nbsp; Some mountain flowers grow and there are some stunted trees. Deforestation and flooding has resulted in minimum of fertile soil. Small quantities of wine are made, but it is good wine.\r\n\r\nMost French wines we\'ve had have had AC designations, the top legal level of this country\'s wines. A second level is IGP, or Indication Geographique Protégée. This level was known as Vin de Pays before the EU.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese wines come from designated areas with slightly fewer restrictions and controls that the AC wines. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOur wine this week is an IGP from the official Alpes de Haute Provence designation. It is called Les Hautes Palteaux and is made from 40 percent Syrah, 40 percent Grenache and 20 percent Cinsault. These are all typical varieties for this part of France and all grown in the designated area for the IGP. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nA quick look at these pieces of our wine might help us enjoy it more.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSyrah rosés are usually deeper colored wines. They are bolder wines and can be served a bit warmer to enhance the style.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey have white pepper, green olive, strawberry, cherry and peach aromas and flavors, and they tend to pair well with slightly spicy foods. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nGrenache rosés are more brilliant rose in their color. These have more acidity so they do well served more cold to add zip and freshness. They have ripe strawberry, orange, hibiscus and baking spice (allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon) notes. These wines pair well with traditional Greek food and flavors. Think feta cheese! &nbsp;\r\n\r\nCinsault rosés are more pale colored with coral tones, and they are fuller bodied, heavier wines. They have floral notes (violets, roses) with cherries, plums and herbs. Grilled meats and seafoods go well with them. Each of these varieties brings their share to our rosé.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLes Hautes Plateaux (which translates to mean the high plains) is salmon colored. It has an intense nose, with gooseberry and tart red fruits in the front. It shows purity and freshness with vibrant red fruit flavors, floral notes, a racy minerality and acidity. It is mouthwatering and juicy. Totally delicious, but still structured and food friendly.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nUsually it\'s about $10. But Bill\'s Liquor has it for only $7.99. Enjoy!', 'A rosé by any other name is not just any rosé', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-rose-by-any-other-name-is-not-just-any-rose', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:29:27', '2017-04-06 15:29:27', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31883', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31885, 4, '2017-04-06 11:30:04', '2017-04-06 15:30:04', '<h3>By the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association&nbsp;</h3>\r\nThe 2016-17 Beaufort County Transportation Plan includes a change in the method used to determine which county dirt roads are paved. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn the past, the Beaufort County Transportation Committee (CTC) selection of which roads are to be paved was based on a rather sophisticated formula that placed emphasis on the amount of use of the road and to determine the need for its paving. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith this formula many roads on Lady’s Island have been paved since the inception of the CTC program in 1994 was the recipient of a significant amount of paving of its dirt roads. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nHowever, obtaining the necessary right of way often posed a problem and on numerous occasions even required legal action against the property owner in order for Beaufort County to secure the right to pave the road.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nToday, Lady’s Island has 12 of the 92 miles of the remaining unpaved county dirt roads in the Beaufort County system. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor these dirt roads the new system for selection of which county roads are to be paved is set forth in the County Transportation Plan which states as follows:\r\n\r\n1. A recognized representative of the requesting dirt road residents wishing to have their road paved shall submit a road&nbsp; improvements request document as provided by the County Engineer’s office with all supporting documents provided by property owners, stating that individual property owners adjacent to the subject roadway will provide signatures of willingness to assist in securing the necessary right of ways to permit the construction of a roadway based upon the design standards of Beaufort county.\r\n\r\n2. Such a neighborhood-based request should be submitted during the first calendar quarter of each calendar year and the County Engineer will present their technical recommendations to the CTC during the second calendar quarter of each year of all dirt roads requested to be improved upon request submitted.&nbsp; The CTC or their agent shall notify the neighborhood representative of the findings during the third calendar quarter of the recommendations based upon the discussions of the CTC.\r\n\r\n3. Approved projects shall be programmed based upon the annual master plan of the County Engineer as presented to the CTC based on the work program and funding for such construction projects.\r\n\r\nIt is recognized that the past system of prioritizing roads for paving (based on a point system for such things as the number of houses, churches, businesses and cost to maintain) did require the county to assume the added burden of taking the lead in acquiring the necessary right of way. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nHowever, the new system would appear to rely on the initiative of the individual property owners residing beside a dirt road to not only initiate the request for paving, but also obtain verification that each property owner along the roadway will grant the necessary right of way.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAs a result of the growing costs and time associated with the legal actions often necessary to secure right of way, we seem to have taken the selection of which county roads to pave from an objective rating system based on need and merit, to a “do it yourself” system based on individual property owner’s initiative and neighborhoods desire to have their road paved. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdmittedly, this makes the process of acquiring right of way much easier, but may not result in those roads with the most need for paving being selected. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nPerhaps we have missed something in regard to this subject, but when viewed from a citizen’s perspective it does appear this way.&nbsp;', 'There’s a new approach to paving county’s dirt roads', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'theres-a-new-approach-to-paving-countys-dirt-roads', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:30:04', '2017-04-06 15:30:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31885', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31887, 4, '2017-04-06 11:31:02', '2017-04-06 15:31:02', '[caption id=\"attachment_31888\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"561\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/contest.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31888\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31888\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/contest.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by Dianne Appell.\" width=\"561\" height=\"448\"></a> Photo by Dianne Appell.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe first week of spring is an occasion reflected in the #LoveBeaufortCounty photo contest’s new theme: “Gardens, Gates and Blooms.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSubmissions for the photo contest can be submitted through Monday, April 10.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe contest is based on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and is open to residents and visitors of Beaufort County.\r\n\r\n“Our new photo contest allows any resident with a camera or smartphone to participate,” said Beaufort County Communications Coordinator Carizma Brown. “Our goal is to host a welcoming contest that allows us to showcase the beauty and history of our county from diverse perspectives.”\r\n\r\nThe contest will run continuously throughout the year. The three-step process can be done on a computer or smartphone:\r\n\r\n• Take a photo that illustrates the unique beauty of Beaufort County’s sceneries. Use the current theme.\r\n\r\n• Like or follow Beaufort County on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook.\r\n\r\n• Upload your photo on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook using the hashtag #LoveBeaufortCounty.\r\n\r\nA panel of county staff will rank the photos. The highest ranked photos will be featured on the county’s Instagram page and website.\r\n\r\nThroughout the year, there will be specific themes and categories that participants should follow.\r\n\r\nParticipants can enter photos at any time during each theme’s submission period. Individuals can also submit photos of their choice during periods in which there is no theme using the three-step process.\r\n\r\nTo receive updates about the #LoveBeaufortCounty photo contest, like or follow Beaufort County on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.', 'New theme for photo contest', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-theme-for-photo-contest', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:31:02', '2017-04-06 15:31:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31887', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31890, 4, '2017-04-06 11:33:50', '2017-04-06 15:33:50', '[caption id=\"attachment_31891\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2136\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/track.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31891\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31891\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/track.jpg\" alt=\"The annual Beaufort Track Classic was held at Beaufort Stadium on April 1. Here, Hilton Head High School’s Isabel Meulmani held the lead during most of the girls 1600-meter run ahead of team mate Tori Herman, seen just behind Meulmani. With only 50 meters left in the race, Herman overtook Meulmani to win the event with a time of 5 minutes 20 seconds. Photo by Bob Sofaly.\" width=\"2136\" height=\"2958\"></a> The annual Beaufort Track Classic was held at Beaufort Stadium on April 1. Here, Hilton Head High School’s Isabel Meulmani held the lead during most of the girls 1600-meter run ahead of team mate Tori Herman, seen just behind Meulmani. With only 50 meters left in the race, Herman overtook Meulmani to win the event with a time of 5 minutes 20 seconds. Photo by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>BOYS\' HIGH&nbsp;</b><b>SCHOOL TENNIS</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy&nbsp;</b><b>shuts out May River&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy blanked May River 6-0 in a boys\' high school tennis match on March 29.\r\n\r\nWilliam Lindsay, James Carden, Daniel Richards, Lawrence Lindsay and Jeffrey Hiestand claimed singles wins for the Beaufort Academy boys\' tennis team.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe duo of Kevin Williams and Chris Boggs notched a doubles for for the Eagles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nComplete results from the Beaufort Academy-May River boys\' tennis match follow.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Beaufort Academy 6, May River 0&nbsp;</b></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Singles</p>\r\n1.&nbsp; William Lindsay defeated Caldwell Tarleton 6-0, 6-0\r\n\r\n2. James Carden defeated Liam Beckler 7-5, 6-0\r\n\r\n3. Daniel Richards defeated Dom Rodriguez 7-5, 6-3\r\n\r\n4. Lawrence Lindsay defeated Kyle Polites 2-6, 6-0, 10-7\r\n\r\n5. Jeffrey Hiestand defeated Eden Mastermiliu 6-2, 6-1\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Doubles</p>\r\nKevin Williams/Chris Boggs defeated Will Shropshire/Charlie Griswold&nbsp; 6-1, 6-1&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>BOYS\' HIGH&nbsp;</b><b>SCHOOL GOLF</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy&nbsp;</b><b>places third in match</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Academy boys\' golf team placed third among five teams in a match at Belfair on March 30.\r\n\r\nHilton Head Prep turned in a 147 to win the five-team match, placing in front of Hilton Head Christian (152) and Beaufort Academy (175) as well as two other opponents.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJohn Paul II (181) and Thomas Heyward (228) placed fourth and fifth, respectively.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA pair of St. Andrews golfers also participated as individuals in the match.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nResults for the Beaufort Academy boys\' golf team follow.\r\n\r\nAt Belfair - Beaufort Academy (175): Joe Stone, 39; Cal Harvey, 42; Jaxon Spratling 50; Jack Worrell, 53; Trey Dean, 44.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort High outlasts&nbsp;</b><b>Colleton County, 11-10</b>\r\n\r\nWith Savannah Mullen delivering one big swing of her bat, Beaufort High outlasted Colleton County 11-10 in a high school softball game on March 31.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High and Colleton County hooked up in one of the area\'s highest scoring high school softball games late last week.\r\n\r\nMullen, who drilled a two-run homer, smacked a walkoff double in the seventh inning to lift the Eagles to the high school softball win.\r\n\r\nEssence Champion scored the game-winning run for the Beaufort High softball team.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles battled back to win after facing a four-run deficit early.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High pitcher Mary Claire Sumner tossed a complete game and earned the win. Finishing strong, Sumner held Colleton County scoreless over the game\'s final two innings.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High plated two runs in the bottom half of the seventh inning to move to within one run of the Colleton County softball squad.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNumerous Beaufort High players contributed at the plate. Mullen, Powell and Bricen Riley delivered three hits apiece for the Eagles in the victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCaroline O\'Hara added a home run of her own as Beaufort High prevailed.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Whale Branch beats&nbsp;</b><b>Burke, 21-10</b>\r\n\r\nWhale Branch pulled away to beat longtime counterpart Burke 21-10 in five innings in a high school softball game on March 30,\r\n\r\nBoth Chyla Simmons and Tanasia Campbell homered and collected four RBI for the productive Warriors in the dominant performance.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhale Branch moved ahead early and never faltered. The Warriors took a 3-0 lead on a two-run homer by Campbell in the first frame.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing the early outburst, Whale Branch erupted for six runs in the second inning.\r\n\r\nThe Warriors enjoyed another six-run inning during their third plate appearance behind a three-run homer from Simmons.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nContributing at the plate for Whale Branch, Melodi Bardo and Cristen Chassereau drove in three runs apiece.\r\n\r\nWhale Branch forced Burke to play from behind during multiple innings.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Warriors excelled both offensively and defensively. Veteran pitcher Jenna Shipley recorded six strikeouts to help the Whale Branch win.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Battery Creek cruises past Beaufort High</b>\r\n\r\nEmily Crosby smacked a grand slam and provided six RBI to lead Battery Creek past Beaufort High 15-4 in a high school softball game on&nbsp; March 28.\r\n\r\nJourneigh Doray was also active at the plate, homering and drive in five runs for the Dolphins in the win.\r\n\r\nBeaufort High took a 4-2 lead but couldn\'t remain out in front.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBattery Creek shook off a slow start and eventually plated 15 runs on as many hits.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBella Greer added two hits for Battery Creek in the victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlong with Doray, Michaux Gee and Kyleigh Peeples chipped in two hits apiece for the Dolphins.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High plated all of its runs in the second inning.\r\n\r\nEssence Champion paced Beaufort High offensively, accounting for two of the Eagles\' four hits in the lopsided loss.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Higuet leads Creek over Ridgeland-Hardeeville</b>\r\n\r\nDallas Higuet drove in three runs on two doubles to lead Battery Creek past rival Ridgeland-Hardeeville 13-3 in a high school baseball game on March 31.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBattery Creek forced Ridgeland-Hardeeville to play from behind throughout the contest.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the win, Battery Creek swept its latest three-game series with familiar foe Ridgeland-Hardeeville.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHiguet delivered at the plate for Battery Creek throughout the high school baseball matchup. He provided a two-run double to cap a five-run second inning for the Dolphins. Higuet had an RBI double for the Battery Creek baseball team during a four-run third inning.\r\n\r\nContributing on the mound, Higuet pitched two innings for the Dolphins. He allowed only two hits and recorded five strikeouts in his team\'s convincing victory.\r\n\r\nRidgeland-Hardeeville wasn\'t without some highlights in the 10-run setback.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDerald Nelson led the Jaguars offensively. Nelson scored twice and legged out an RBI triple, which allowed Karim Waddy to cross home plate during the third inning.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort High doubles up May River, 6-3</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High doubled up newfound rival May River 6-3 in a high school baseball game on March 30.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWith the win, Beaufort High moved to 10-0.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKyle Stavac and Paul Winland combined to throw a three-hitter for the Beaufort High baseball team.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOffensively, Jeffrey Smyth led the Eagles with three hits.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn the mound, Stavac pitched the first four innings. May River managed to push across three runs versus the Beaufort High starting pitcher in the fourth inning.\r\n\r\nThen Winland took over.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFinishing strong, Winland worked the last three innings for the Eagles, registering four strikeouts.\r\n\r\nMichael Smyth added two hits, including an RBI double.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nExcelling at the plate for May River, Jack Hegan provided a two-run single in the fourth frame.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWallace hits grand slam in Beaufort High\'s 13-2 win against R.B. Stall: Rome Wallace launched a grand slam and drove in six runs to lead Beaufort High past R.B. Stall 13-2 in a high school baseball game on March 28.\r\n\r\nThe victory allowed Beaufort High to move to 9-0.\r\n\r\nWallace accounted for three extra-base hits in Beaufort High\'s victory. He finished a single short of hitting for the cycle in Beaufort High\'s win.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWallace’s grand slam was a part of a six-run third inning for the Eagles. He had an RBI triple in the first inning and an RBI single in the second frame.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nClayton Ruff drove in three runs for the Eagles. Ruff delivered a two-run single in the third inning.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOn the mound, Ruff combined with Drew Luckey to hold R.B. Stall to just one hit over five innings.\r\n\r\n<b>Whale Branch levels&nbsp;</b><b>Burke, 23-1 in 4 innings</b>\r\n\r\nWhale Branch leveled foe Burke 23-1 in four innings in a high school baseball game between two familiar rivals on March 30.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIrvin Mulligan led the way for the Warriors in the convincing victory. Mulligan delivered a triple, a double and drove in five runs as Whale Branch won easily.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDominant Whale Branch scored multiple runs in all four innings of the regular-season matchup.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMilligan drilled an RBI double in Whale Branch\'s five-run first inning. He had a sacrifice fly in the second inning and legged out a bases-loaded triple in a nine-run fourth frame.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut Mulligan wasn\'t the only Warrior to thrive offensively.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRyan Murray-Green drove in three runs and scored four runs as he banged out three hits for the hard-hitting Whale Branch baseball club.\r\n\r\nMulligan also dominated on the mound, allowing only two hits over the game\'s first three innings.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTyler Smith pitched the final frame for the Warriors.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>GIRLS\' HIGH&nbsp;</b><b>SCHOOL LACROSSE</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort High defeats&nbsp;</b><b>May River, 10-6</b>\r\n\r\nThree players scored two goals apiece to lead Beaufort High past May River 10-6 in a girls\' high school lacrosse game on March 30.\r\n\r\nAlyssa Martinez, Taylor Savage and Anna Grace Walters scored two goals apiece to lead Beaufort High to the victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeven different Beaufort High players scored at least one goal in the winning effort. Aiding the Eagles\' attack, Ellie Stone, Symphany Sampson, Sara Glancy and Sarah McMullen netted one goal apiece for the Eagles.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDefensively for Beaufort High, Nicole March made six saves and Anne McKenzie contributed six saves in the triumph.\r\n\r\nBoys\' High School Lacrosse - May River 12, Beaufort High 3: Beaufort High dropped a boys\' high school lacrosse game as May River pulled away to win 12-3 on Wednesday.\r\n\r\nC.J. Wajszczuk led May River with a game-high four goals. Following Wajszczuk in the May River scoring column, Clayton Boyles netted three goals for the Sharks in the win.\r\n\r\nHelping to lead May River to the victory, Joan Boan scored two goals and distributed four assists.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeth Eaton, Luke Boan and Trey Iacovelli supplied May River with one goal apiece in the winning effort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDefensively for the May River boys\' soccer team, goalkeeper Sean Morris posted\r\n26 saves.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>FISHING</b></span></p>\r\n<b>April club meeting&nbsp;</b><b>features Capt. Michalove</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club\'s April meeting will be held on Thursday, April 13, at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club on Lady\'s Island off of Meridian Road.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe social begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nCapt. Chip Michalove, of Outcast Sport Fishing, will be the presenter. He will discuss catching and tagging small and large sharks in the coastal area and what has been discovered through tagging and science.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn other club news, Lucienme Bigbee won the monthly $50 weigh-in drawing sponsored by Chris Butler at Butler Marine.\r\n\r\nGuests are welcome at club meetings; reservations are not necessary.\r\n\r\nFor additional information, contact Capt. Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>SPECIAL OLYMPICS</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Special Olympics regional&nbsp;</b><b>comes to May River High</b>\r\n\r\nThe Special Olympics South Carolina Area 8 Regional Spring Games will be held at May River High School in Bluffton on Friday, April 21.\r\n\r\nThe event will kick off with a brief Opening Ceremony at 10 a.m. at the high school track.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOver 350 Special Olympics athletes of all ages from Bluffton, Hilton Head and Beaufort will compete in track and field events.\r\n\r\nSpecial Olympics sports offer many levels of competition for athletes with different abilities, allowing athletes to improve skills and gain experience. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo register to be a volunteer at the event, visit bit.ly/2nMJqHR.', 'Sports briefs for April 6th-12th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sports-briefs-for-april-6th-12th', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:33:50', '2017-04-06 15:33:50', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31890', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31893, 4, '2017-04-06 11:35:29', '2017-04-06 15:35:29', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Members of the Taylor Festival Choir warm up prior to their performance at St. Helena Episcopal Church. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nThe Taylor Festival Choir from Charleston presented a free concert of classical choir music dedicated to those who are currently fighting or lost their battle with cancer.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe concert was held April 1 in St. Helena Episcopal Church.\r\n\r\nAccording to a press release from the church, the Taylor Festival Choir is a professional chamber choir based in Charleston. Founded and conducted by Robert Taylor, the choir is inspired by the life and career of Bob Taylor, the conductor’s late father and a noted choral musician and pedagogue.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSince its inception in 2001, the Taylor Festival Choir has toured and been heard in venues and festivals throughout the U.S. It was one of only two American adult chamber choirs featured at the 2009 American Choral Directors Association National Convention and 50th anniversary celebration.\r\n\r\nFor a video of a portion of the performance, visit www.facebook.com/theislandnews.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31897\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2429\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4132.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31897\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31897\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4132.jpg\" alt=\"Robert Taylor praises the singers prior to their performance at St. Helena Episcopal Church. \" width=\"2429\" height=\"1989\"></a> Robert Taylor praises the singers prior to their performance at St. Helena Episcopal Church.[/caption]', 'Making beautiful music', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'making-beautiful-music', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:35:29', '2017-04-06 15:35:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31893', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31899, 4, '2017-04-06 11:36:35', '2017-04-06 15:36:35', 'The Fourth Annual Bridges Prep Block Party Shrimp and Grits Cook-off is set for Saturday, April 8, in downtown Port Royal.\r\n\r\nThe event is presented by Ameris Bank and is scheduled from noon until 5 p.m. at Paris Avenue in Port Royal. The event features local chefs competing for top honors with their shrimp and grits, as well as live music, artisans, raffle baskets and family-friendly activities. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nChefs will prepare their recipes for the Shrimp and Grits Cook-off at 12:30 p.m. on Paris Avenue and will be ready to serve guests starting at 1:30 until 3:30 PM (or until all is gone). &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTickets or ballots for the cook-off will be available to purchase the day of the Block Party for $20 each. The ballot allows each guest to sample participating chefs’ dishes and then vote for the People’s Choice Award for top shrimp and grits recipe in the Lowcountry.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event also will feature other food vendors. Draft beer and a great selection of boutique wines will be available along with non-alcoholic beverages. Music will be provided by The Walker Harris Band and Night Train.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“If you have an eye for unique crafts will have local artisans set up selling their wares,” said Amy Painton, vice president of the Bridges PTO. “And of course, our event wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Kids Zone. We will have the Kids Zone set up with bouncy houses and other kid-friendly activities such as a rock climbing wall.”\r\n\r\nBridges Block Party Shrimp and Grits Cook-off is the key fundraising event for the fast-growing and academically strong state charter school in Beaufort. Bridges Prep was named one of South Carolina’s top three charter schools for its academics. Bridges Prep is open to all area students and there isn’t any tuition.\r\n\r\n“Our goal is to bring our community together for a day filled with fabulous food and family fun,” Painton said. “We want to raise awareness of our school and gain support to benefit our students and their adventures in education. Proceeds from this year’s event will be earmarked for the media center when our new campus opens in Port Royal.”\r\n\r\nFor more information on the Block Party or to make a donation, email organizers at pto@bridgesprep.org.&nbsp;', 'Shrimp and Grits Cook-off to benefit Bridges Prep', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'shrimp-and-grits-cook-off-to-benefit-bridges-prep', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:36:35', '2017-04-06 15:36:35', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31899', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31901, 4, '2017-04-06 11:39:37', '2017-04-06 15:39:37', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Above, Vice Commander Paul Sweet presents the Rev. John Dortch, founder of Circle of Hope Hospitality House, a certificate of appreciation.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31904\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1600\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/legion.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31904\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31904\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/legion.jpg\" alt=\"American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Above, Post 9 Commander Chuck Lurey presents Larry Kizer of Zippy Lube with his certificate.\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\"></a> American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Above, Post 9 Commander Chuck Lurey presents Larry Kizer of Zippy Lube with his certificate.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<b>Firm wins ad award for Second Helpings brand </b>\r\n\r\n<b><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/group46-Addy.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31903\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-31903\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/group46-Addy.jpg\" alt=\"group46-Addy\" width=\"3872\" height=\"2592\"></a>&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nLocal ad agency group46 took home an award at the American Advertising Federation’s 2017 ADDY Awards on March 30 in Savannah.\r\n\r\nThe work done by group46 graphic designer Aaron McCarthy on Second Helpings’ collateral was distinguished as exemplary among its competition and received a Bronze medal in the Public Service: Brand Element category. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We are delighted to hear group46 has won an ADDY Award for the work done for our organization. As a non-profit that collects and distributes over 2.8 million pounds of food every year, their talents have helped us fight hunger in the Lowcountry. We are very grateful for their work on our behalf,” said Lili Coleman, Executive Director of Second Helpings. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSecond Helpings is a nonprofit food rescue and distribution whose focus is to eliminate hunger in the Lowcountry. They provide their resources from local grocery stores to local food pantries and soup kitchens. group46 did a branding study into the core of their organization to understand their main goal and produce effective marketing materials. Based on their findings, group46 designed a new logo, brochure, truck wrap for their refrigerated trucks and a billboard.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>County has new company&nbsp;</b><b>to collect delinquent taxes</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Treasurer’s Office will begin using a third party collection agency, American Financial Credit Services (AFCS), to assist in the collection of delinquent business personal property taxes.\r\n\r\nIn the past, the Annual Tax Sale was the primary and only delinquent collection program.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn 2014, with support from Beaufort County Council, the Treasurer\'s Office initiated the Setoff Debt Program.&nbsp; his program has yielded positive results over the past three years but does have limitations.\r\n\r\n“In general, businesses cannot be submitted through the Setoff Debt program,” said Maria Walls, CPA, Beaufort County Treasurer. “The program requires the use of a Social Security number, an identifier most businesses do not have.&nbsp; Pursuing and collecting delinquent taxes is a sensitive subject, but it is part of my role as treasurer, so we utilize programs that fulfill our responsibility with professional and personalized services.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“AFCS’s collection services are unique, in addition to pursuing the taxes owed, they will assist delinquent taxpayers who are found to have been taxed incorrectly, by educating them on the proper documentation to file so the tax does not continue to be assessed each year.”\r\n\r\nVisit BeaufortCountyTreasurer.com.\r\n\r\n<b>New wedding collective&nbsp;</b><b>to serve Lowcountry</b>\r\n\r\nBill Winans, owner of Meeting Dynamics, Inc. and Carolina Weddings has recently started The Carolina Wedding Group Collective under the direction of marketing coordinator, Vanessa Leite.\r\n\r\nThe collective will serve as a resource for couples planning their weddings in the Lowcountry of South Carolina or the Coastal Empire of Georgia.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Carolina Wedding Group Collective is an expanding conglomerate of wedding professionals. Many destination and local brides in the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire need help in locating wedding vendors that fit their needs, both in style and in pricing, according to a release.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;“The Carolina Wedding Group Collective website has become a portal to find everything about Lowcountry Weddings,\" said Christina Vicaro, owner of Lowcountry Bride and Gown and member of the Carolina Wedding Collective. “From furniture rentals to photographers, florists to spas, we are hoping to be a boutique style one stop shop for local and destination couples and their families.“\r\n\r\nVisit www.CarolinaWeddingGroup.com. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Parker’s makes $20,000&nbsp;</b><b>donation to local schools</b>\r\n\r\nA local convenience store company recently donated $20,000 to Beaufort County schools as part of an ongoing promotion at its outlets.\r\n\r\nParker’s, which operates 48 convenience stores in Georgia and South Carolina, said the proceeds came from its “Fueling the Community” program. That promotion gives 1 cent of every gallon of gas sold on the first Wednesday of each month to local schools.\r\n\r\nSome of the Parker’s donation goes to support the school district’s annual “Support Person of the Year” recognition program, which honors school nurses, social workers, bookkeepers, office managers, teacher assistants, school secretaries and technology and data specialists.&nbsp; Other funds go to specific schools designated by Parker’s “Pump Pal Club” customers when they purchase their gasoline on the first Wednesday of each month.\r\n\r\n\"At Parker\'s, we believe education has the power to transform lives,\" said President and CEO Greg Parker. \"We are grateful to the teachers who work hard every day to educate students throughout Beaufort County and are delighted to honor and support their efforts.\"\r\n\r\nParker’s launched its charitable initiative in 2011 and has donated money to public and private schools in every community where Parker’s does business. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSuperintendent Jeff Moss accepted the donation on behalf of the school district.\r\n\r\n<b>Library is helping&nbsp;</b><b>businesses, job seekers&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Library system is now offering to its cardholders free access to ReferenceUSA, a trusted source of business and residential information for reference and research.\r\n\r\nWith the most up-to-date data available in the market, ReferenceUSA can help users find jobs by job skills, location and industry; find business opportunities; locate companies nationwide; research business executives; view historical market trends; track down addresses and phone numbers, discover news articles for research and more.\r\n\r\nLibrary cardholders can access the ReferenceUSA website at any time; however, their active Beaufort County Library account number is required for access. Get started at www.beaufortcountylibrary.org/reference-usa.\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Library cards are free to Beaufort County residents and property owners. Visit www.beaufortcountylibrary.org.', 'Business briefs for April 6th-12th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'business-briefs-for-april-6th-12th', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:39:37', '2017-04-06 15:39:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31901', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31907, 4, '2017-04-06 11:40:19', '2017-04-06 15:40:19', '<h3>By Dr. Mark S. Siegel</h3>\r\nStem cell therapies are getting headlines for their potential to cure diseases, including those that affect vision. But an important message is missing: the therapies are not yet proven to be safe and effective for your eyes.\r\n\r\nStem cell treatments appear to offer hope to people with few options to recover vision. This includes people with forms of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and Stargardt disease.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSome clinics across the United States offer \"stem cell therapy\" to people outside of clinical trials. But the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved the treatments they offer. These treatments often use unproven products that may be ineffective or dangerous. These products may carry serious risks, including tumor growth.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Questions to ask</b></p>\r\nIt is important that you know that there are no stem cell products approved by the FDA for eye disease right now.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf you want stem cell therapy, look for a clinical trial and discuss the matter with your ophthalmologist. A clinic should not expect you to pay thousands of dollars for an unproven, unapproved therapy. Your health insurance will not cover the cost of an unapproved treatment.\r\n\r\nBefore agreeing to a stem cell treatment, ask:\r\n\r\n• Is the stem cell treatment approved by the FDA?\r\n\r\n• Is the stem cell treatment part of an FDA-approved clinical trial?\r\n\r\n• Is the stem cell treatment covered by your health insurance?\r\n\r\nIt is frustrating and frightening to face the loss of vision while waiting for potential treatments. However, choosing to pursue an unproven treatment in an unlicensed clinic is an unacceptable risk to your vision and your overall health.\r\n\r\n<i>Dr. Mark S. Siegel is the medical director at Sea Island Ophthalmology on Ribaut Road. Visit www.seaislandophthalmology.com.</i>', 'Avoid unlicensed clinics offering unapproved stem cell therapy', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'avoid-unlicensed-clinics-offering-unapproved-stem-cell-therapy', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:40:19', '2017-04-06 15:40:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31907', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31909, 4, '2017-04-06 11:41:22', '2017-04-06 15:41:22', '<b>Cynthia Gregory-Smalls wins school board seat</b>\r\n\r\nCynthia Gregory-Smalls has been declared the winner of the Beaufort County School District board of education District 3 seat.\r\n\r\nAccording to the Board of Voter Registration and Elections, she won the seat by just three votes.\r\n\r\nOut of 9,264 eligible voters, 939 cast their ballots. Gregory-Smalls had 339 votes; William Smith had 336; Buryl Garnett Sumpter had 59; and Fred Washington Jr. had 198.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe special election for the seat was held March 28.\r\n\r\nThe seat was vacated when Michael Rivers was elected in November to the SC House of Representatives, his seat on the Beaufort County School District board of education was left open.\r\n\r\n<b>Water authority observes&nbsp;</b><b>Safe Digging Month</b>\r\n\r\nEvery 6 minutes an underground utility line is damaged because someone decides to dig without first calling 811, according to a release from the Beaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority (BJWSA).\r\n\r\nThat’s why the water supplier, in conjunction with South Carolina 811, is observing National Safe Digging Month in April.\r\n\r\n“Emergency repairs due to carelessness waste time and money,” said Joe DeVito, director of field operations for BJWSA. “Additionally, it pulls our crews off other projects and involves other departments as we work to notify customers in the area, and answer calls from those affected by a water shutdown. All of this can be avoided by calling 811 BEFORE you dig.”\r\n\r\nSubmitting a locate request to have underground utility lines marked is a free service for digging projects of any size.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor a normal notice, a locate request must be entered into the system three full business days, not including the day the notice was submitted, before digging may begin.\r\n\r\nContact South Carolina 811 by dialing 811. Contractors and homeowners can also submit a locate request online at www.sc811.com.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.bjwsa.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Report: Millions of&nbsp;</b><b>security breaches in SC</b>\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) has released its most recent Security Breach Report, outlining data from scams, online breaches and identity thefts that occurred from January 2012 through December 2016.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDuring that time, the SCDCA received 185 security breach notices affecting 7,534,618 South Carolina consumers.\r\n\r\nWhile the full report contains detailed information about the types of reported breaches and number of consumers affected, a few notable highlights include:&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Forty-five breaches were reported in 2016, more than any other year.\r\n\r\n• Reports of retail and food service industry breaches more than doubled from 2015 to 2016, affecting 67,149 residents. While only nine breaches in the healthcare sector affected 202,745 residents in 2016.\r\n\r\n• The healthcare sector reported the most individual people affected by breaches in years 2014, 2015 and 2016.\r\n\r\nConsumers who believe they are the victim of a security breach, scam or identity theft are encouraged to call the Identity Theft Unit at 844-TELL DCA (835-5322) or fill out an ID Theft Intake form by clicking on Report Identity Theft at www.consumer.sc.gov.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>BJWSA launching new phone system</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority (BJWSA) is implementing a new phone system in mid-April and all direct lines to employees and departments are changing. The main number for BJWSA, 843-987-9200, will remain in place.\r\n\r\nBJWSA will close early, in advance of the switchover, at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 13, in order for CenturyLink to provide system testing.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdditionally, BJWSA will be closed Friday, April 14, in observance of Good Friday.\r\n\r\n<b>Sheriff Tanner to speak&nbsp;</b><b>at LIPBA meeting</b>\r\n\r\nSheriff P.J. Tanner will be the guest speaker at the Tuesday, April 11, meeting of the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association to be held at 8 a.m. in the Beaufort Realtor’s Association Headquarters in the Palmetto Business Park (behind BB&amp;T Bank) on Lady’s Island Drive. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe meeting is open to the public.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTanner was elected sheriff of Beaufort County in 1998 and reelected in 2002, 2006, 2010 and 2014.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Two free legal clinics&nbsp;</b><b>coming to county</b>\r\n\r\nThe SC Bar Pro Bono Program will sponsor two free legal clinics in Beaufort County in April:\r\n\r\n• Wednesday, April 7: Landlord and Tenant Law Issues, presented by Eric J. Erickson. The clinic will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Burton Wells Senior Center at 1 Middleton Recreation Drive in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Monday, April 10: Wills, Estates and Probate, presented by James A. Grimsley III. The clinic will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. at the St. Helena Island Branch Library at 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Road on St. Helena.\r\n\r\nThese seminars are free for anyone who would like to attend. The format typically consists of an overview followed by a question-and-answer session.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA schedule of other upcoming seminars throughout the state is available online at www.scbar.org/clinics.', 'News briefs for April 6th-12th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'news-briefs-for-april-6th-12th', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:41:22', '2017-04-06 15:41:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31909', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31911, 4, '2017-04-06 11:42:51', '2017-04-06 15:42:51', '<em>Photo above: Hunting Island State Park is currently closed due to damages from Hurricane Matthew. Officials hope to reopen the park by the end of May. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nMy friend Bonnie was over the other day and mentioned she was suffering from “Beach Deprivation.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Can’t you sleep?” I asked. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nShe shook her head and said, “Beach deprivation, not sleep deprivation.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOf course!&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWe are all suffering from lack of beach. It has been six months now since we all scooted out of town and left poor Hunting Island State Park to take the beating.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHow many of us are suffering the same affliction as Bonnie?&nbsp; We were so used to just jumping in the car and running down there for a walk. Or getting up early and having the beach to ourselves? How many of us took it for granted that our beach was always going to be there?\r\n\r\nBut it is deeper than just missing the beach. My father used to say that one must stand on a beach at least once a year and breathe in the ocean air.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere is something so fulfilling about looking out at the ocean. Originally from Rhode Island – the Ocean State - I have such an affinity for beaches. Maybe this is the reason why during the past six months, I have had the need to visit other beaches.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn a way, I am cheating on Hunting Island, but the roads are closed and the signs are up, and so I had no other choice.\r\n\r\nThere was the trip up to Kiawah Island to “watch a marathon,” but truthfully, I just wanted to walk the beach. Then there was the trip to the Florida Panhandle with a quick overnight stop at Miramar Beach. Oh, even the Gulf of Mexico breeze felt good that day as I walked barefoot through the sand. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThose were fun walks, but I miss Hunting Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI miss watching the sunrise when I was out turtling. I miss seeing the old trees that look like sculptures spread out in the sand.\r\n\r\nYes, Hunting Island State Park. I am as beach deprived as Bonnie Wright, past President of the Friends of Hunting Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut we volunteers will be there once again, when the gates open to help support in any way we can and try not to take you for granted ever again. We have shovels, chainsaws and whatever other tools are needed to clean up the park. We just want to get in there again!&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn the meantime, like Bonnie, we all remain beach deprived.', 'Beach deprivation is hard on the soul', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beach-deprivation-is-hard-on-the-soul', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:42:51', '2017-04-06 15:42:51', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31911', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31914, 4, '2017-04-06 11:44:50', '2017-04-06 15:44:50', '<b>Bridges Prep among&nbsp;</b><b>top ‘School of&nbsp;Distinction’</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31918\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"4496\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bridges.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31918\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31918\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/bridges.jpg\" alt=\"Teacher Michael Glaze conducts class at Bridges Prep.\" width=\"4496\" height=\"3000\"></a> Teacher Michael Glaze conducts class at Bridges Prep.[/caption]\r\n\r\nBridges Prep’s academics and academic growth earned it the “School of Distinction” award from the S.C. Charter School District and is one of only three in South Carolina recognized for excellence in both student achievement and academic growth.\r\n\r\nThe State Charter School District cited Bridges for its “exemplary work” improving student academic growth and its strong performance ranking.\r\n\r\n“We are extremely proud of this honor and we are equally proud of the hard work that went into earning it, hard work by our teachers, our staff, our students and our families,” said Dee Matthews, chair of the Bridges Prep board of directors.\r\n\r\nBridges Prep is one of eight schools in South Carolina to be named a School of Distinction, and is one of three in the state to be recognized for both high student achievement and strong rates of academic improvement. The other two state charter schools recognized are in Greenville and Rock Hill.\r\n\r\nMore than 62 percent of Bridges middle schoolers met or exceeded state standards in English/Language Arts and 53 percent of Bridges elementary students met or exceeded standards for ELA.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;In math, more than 56 percent of Bridges elementary students met or exceeded standards with 49 percent of its middle school students reaching that level.\r\n\r\nAs a state charter school, Bridges Prep is open to all students in the Lowcountry without tuition.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.bridgesprep.org or call 843-982-7737.\r\n\r\n<b>Holy Trinity talent show&nbsp;</b><b>set for Friday, April 7</b>\r\n\r\nStudents, teachers and even some canine performers will show off their talents during the Second Annual Student Talent Show conducted by Holy Trinity Classical Christian School on Friday, April 7, at the Praise Assembly of God Church in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and the curtain will go up at 6 p.m. at the church at 800 Parris Island Gateway. The Rev. Chad E. Lawrence, the school headmaster, will serve as master of ceremonies.\r\n\r\n“This is an extraordinary opportunity for students to showcase their talents outside of the classroom environment,” Headmaster Lawrence says. “I was awestruck by last year’s performances and I can’t wait to see what this year has in store.”\r\n\r\nHoly Trinity’s 275 students in grades preschool through nine study Latin, the great works of poetry, literature, art, music, history, phonics and mathematics, all within the framework of a Christ-centered learning environment. Students have come to eagerly anticipate the now annual, talent show.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“This year’s talent show is amazing,” says Cricket Harter, the lead parent talent show organizer. “The students really understood the importance of preparing for auditions. We had 34 acts sign up and we had to narrow it down to 16 for the show. It was so difficult to choose that we had to have callbacks for the upper school students.”\r\n\r\nAdmission is $5. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.\r\n\r\n<b>Women’s group sponsors&nbsp;</b><b>program for STEM girls</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW), along with the University of South Carolina and Beaufort County Public Schools, held the first ever STEM career day recently. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe 48 middle school girls from Beaufort County who attended had a fun day of activities with presenters from STEM careers, which include Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.\r\n\r\nThe keynote speaker was Marie McClune who is a retired engineering geologist.\r\n\r\nDuring the day each girl participated in three hands-on technical activities of her choice from STEM-related careers where they solved a crime using blood testing, built the tallest tower from paper, followed a Lego specification, built electrical circuits, learned about computer programming and developed mathematical equations with cubes. In addition, all of the technical session leaders explained how fulfilling a career in STEM could be as they gave real-life examples of their own experiences. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile the girls were in the workshops their parents/guardians attended discussions with experts in STEM education about how they could support their daughters in pursuing STEM careers.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Senior Scholars recognized at banquet</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County School District recently honored 42 high school seniors for outstanding academic achievement at the 2017 Senior Scholars Banquet.\r\n\r\nSenior Scholars have maintained a cumulative 3.5 grade-point average or higher, are ranked in the top 10 percent of their graduating classes and have earned the equivalent of a 3.5 GPA in all quarters of their high school courses.\r\n\r\n“These students have worked incredibly hard, they are excellent role models, their potential is off the charts, and they are outstanding in every sense of the word,” said Superintendent Jeff Moss.\r\n\r\nThe banquet speaker was Jurnee Jones-Holcombe, a 2017 Senior Scholar who is May River High School’s student body president. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Senior Scholar banquet honorees were Sam Aerni; Matthew Ball; Isabelle Boatright; Robin Bridgers; Emily Bruce; Jonathan Buck; Sophia Bursch; Michael Caramello; Hannah Cherewko; Taylor Christie; Maxwell Crisologo; Ariana Diaz; Phillip Evans; Thomas Felver; Shae Gantt; Ashton Giammona; Walter Gnann; Trevor Guynop; Savannah Heitmann; Allison Hughes; Olivia Jackson; Jurnee Jones-Holcombe; Holly Kerr; Isabella Kimbrell; Vinit Krishna; Karah Kurtz; Isabelle Lieblein; Meleena Lin; Juliette MacMurray; Briona Millidge; Ajhia Parker; Gracie Pietz; Madeline Prince; James Roberts; Carolyn Rosenblum; Virginia Scott; Clinton Taylor; Alice Ward; Haley Weber; Jonathan Witt; Dylan Yarborough; and Jorge Torres Villalva .\r\n\r\n<b>Local students win science fair awards</b>\r\n\r\nMore than 300 Beaufort County students, all top finishers at individual school science fairs across the county, competed for honors at the 2017 Sea Island Regional Science Fair.\r\n\r\nSix Beaufort County School District students won first-place awards in their respective categories, including one middle school student who earned “Best in Show” honors:\r\n\r\n• Jackie O’Riordan (H.E. McCracken Middle): Zoology/Medicine – “Antibiotic Resistance” earned Best-in-Show honors&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Alora Orr (River Ridge Academy): Botony/Microbiology – “Powerful Nuts”\r\n\r\n• Calvin Bernstein (Hilton Head Island Middle): Math/Engineering – “Building a Life-Size BB-8”\r\n\r\n• August Rios (Bluffton Middle) Physics: “The Effect of the Water-to-Air Ratio in a Submarine to its Buoyancy”\r\n\r\n• Luke McGuire (Beaufort High) Zoology/Medicine: “Listening to Differences: Analyzing Bat Feeding Behavior.” This project earned the Rob &amp; Melani Walton Sustainability Solutions Initiative as well as the Intel Excellence in Computer Science Award.\r\n\r\n• Maile Paulmeier (Bluffton High) Math/Engineering: “A Comparative Analysis of Alternative Heating Methods of an Artificial Nylon Muscle”\r\n\r\nMcGuire and Paulmeier will travel to Los Angeles in May to compete in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair. O’Riordan will also make the trip as a middle school-level observer.\r\n\r\nThe Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, with more than $4 million in college scholarships and prize awards, is expected to draw more than 1,700 student competitors from 75 countries.&nbsp; More than 7 million students competed at the local level.\r\n\r\n<b>Board of Education revises school calendar</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Board of Education has revised the 2017-18 academic calendar to change the first day of school from Monday, Aug. 21, to Thursday, Aug. 17.\r\n\r\nBy state law, no South Carolina public school can begin classes prior to the third Monday in August, which this year is Aug. 21. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut legislation recently approved by the General Assembly allows school districts to begin the 2017-18 year on Aug. 17 because of the solar eclipse that will affect much of South Carolina on Aug. 21.\r\n\r\nUnder the newly revised 2017-18 calendar, students will not attend school on the date of the solar eclipse although it will be a work day for teachers and staff.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe 2017-18 calendar still includes a longer winter break, a preference indicated by parents and district employees in online surveys last month. The version approved by the board adds an additional day to winter break, which will now begin on Thursday, Dec. 21.\r\n\r\n<b>Local students named to Dean\', Chancellor lists</b>\r\n\r\nJordan Fields and Sarah Wilson, both of Beaufort, have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of South Carolina Upstate.\r\n\r\nTo be eligible for the Dean\'s List, freshmen students must earn a 3.25 or higher and be enrolled in at least 12 course hours and upperclassmen must earn a 3.5 or higher and be enrolled in at least 12 course hours.\r\n\r\nMatthew Morgan of Beaufort has been named to the Fall 2016 Chancellor\'s List at the University of South Carolina Upstate.\r\n\r\nTo be eligible for the Chancellor\'s List, students must earn a 4.0 and be enrolled in at least 12 course hours.', 'School briefs for April 6th-12th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-briefs-for-april-6th-12th', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:41', '2018-07-12 14:58:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31914', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31920, 4, '2017-04-06 11:52:13', '2017-04-06 15:52:13', '<b>More than meets eye&nbsp;</b><b>happening at Crystal Park</b>\r\n\r\nOver 16 years in the making, Crystal Lake Park has recently passed another milestone with the renovation of the existing building and landscaping of the entrance to the park.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe building, which was the former headquarters of Butler Marine, will serve as the new home for the Open Land Trust and the Soil and Water Conservation District. It will also provide public restrooms for park visitors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe newly renovated building will serve as an example of what is possible in energy efficiency when considering new construction or renovation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor example, the building includes a solar array for generation of electricity, an advanced remote energy management system, a very high efficiency HVA unit, LED light fixtures and closed cell insulation in the walls and roof (in lieu of fiberglass).&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition to renovation of the building, a new viewing dock, to replace the one which was destroyed by fire, is scheduled for completion as part of the present phase of construction.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nInstallation of a state of the art security system will accompany the dock construction. The finishing touches on a new parking lot and general landscaping are presently underway. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe next and final phase is construction of a wooden walkway around the 6-acre lake and is in the design phase.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nConceived in 2000, donated by a private citizen to the county for a park, and funded as part of the Rural and Critical Land program, Crystal Lake Park should be complete in January 2018. &nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b>Peggy Allard\r\n</b><b>President, Friends of Crystal Lake</b></p>', 'Letter to the Editor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'letter-to-the-editor-23', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:52:13', '2017-04-06 15:52:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31920', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31922, 4, '2017-04-06 11:15:23', '2017-04-06 15:15:23', '<b>Two shot, killed&nbsp;</b><b>on Hilton Head Island</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31924\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"192\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/melton.jpeg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31924\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31924\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/melton.jpeg\" alt=\"Malcolm Melton \" width=\"192\" height=\"240\"></a> Malcolm Melton[/caption]\r\n\r\nTwo men were shot and killed on April 2 on Hilton Head Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAccording to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, a suspect is in custody. No motive for the crime has been released.\r\n\r\nThe two victims of the shooting at 54 Muddy Creek Road have been identified as Marcol McNair, 25, and Quincy King, 20. All three men lived at the residence.\r\n\r\nForensic autopsies were scheduled to be performed at the Medical University of South Carolina.\r\n\r\nMalcolm Melton, 30, was arrested near the scene, who was located using a Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office K-9 track, according to a release.\r\n\r\nThe sheriff’s offices said Melton had a semi-automatic handgun and a small amount of marijuana when he was arrested.\r\n\r\nHe was charged with simple possession of marijuana, interviewed and transported to the Beaufort County Detention Center without incident.\r\n\r\nOn April 3, investigators obtained warrants for Melton’s arrest on two counts of murder and two counts of possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime.\r\n\r\nThe handgun found in Melton’s possession will be subjected to forensic examination to determine if it is in fact the murder weapon.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnyone with information is encouraged to contact Cpl. Seth Reynells at 843-255-3709 or CrimeStoppers 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for possible reward.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Burton Fire District contains second brush fire&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District responded to its second large brush fire endangering homes in just over one week in the Seabrook area late on March 28.\r\n\r\nJust before 4 p.m., firefighters responded to a report of a brush fire off Creekmoor Lane in Seabrook.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFire crews arrived to find an approximately 3-acre brush fire endangering nearby homes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt took three Burton fire engines and over 3,000 gallons of water, as well as assistance from the SC Forestry, to contain the fire. Crews were on scene for over two and a half hours and hampered by heavy rainfall.\r\n\r\nOn March 20, the Burton Fire District, along with units from the MCAS Fire Department and SC Forestry, contained an approximately 10-acre brush fire off of Delany Circle in Seabrook that was also endangering nearby homes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District has responded to over 20 brush fires so far in 2017; 10 of those brush fires have occurred in the Gray’s Hill – Seabrook area.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Walterboro man gets 10 years for sexual assault</b>\r\n\r\nA 58-year-old Walterboro man was sentenced March 29 to 10 years in prison for sexually assaulting a teenage girl in 2015.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMichael Anthony Bodison was found guilty of third-degree criminal sexual conduct following a one-day trial at the Colleton County Courthouse in Walterboro.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBodison sexually assaulted the 16-year-old girl in August 2015 while the girl was in his care.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe victim was able to record Bodison “saying some disgusting things in preparation” for the assault, according to the case’s primary prosecutor, Assistant Solicitor Reed Evans. “We were able to play that recording for the jury.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe jury deliberated about 25 minutes before returning a guilty verdict.\r\n\r\n“We are so proud of the victim in this case,” Evans said. “She did a great job in her testimony.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCircuit Court Judge R. Lawton McIntosh handed down the 10-year sentence, the maximum for this charge.\r\n\r\n<b>Sheriff\'s Office: Man wanted on several charges</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31923\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"237\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/lynard.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31923\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31923\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/lynard.png\" alt=\"Lucas Lamont Lynard\" width=\"237\" height=\"240\"></a> Lucas Lamont Lynard[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Lucas Lamont Lynard, who is wanted for fleeing to evade, operation of an uninsured vehicle, habitual traffic offender and failure to stop for blue lights.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLynard is 27 years old, 5 feet, 11 inches tall and approximately 170 pounds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnyone with information is encouraged to contact Cpl. J. Difalco at 843-521-7530; Beaufort County Dispatch at 843-524-2777; or, to remain anonymous and collect a possible reward, call CrimeStoppers at 1-888-274-6372.', 'Police blotter for April 6th-12th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'police-blotter-for-april-6th-12th', '', '', '2017-04-06 11:54:43', '2017-04-06 15:54:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31922', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31926, 4, '2017-04-06 12:04:18', '2017-04-06 16:04:18', 'Chris Hook of Cat Island took this photo. “It depicts the vivid colors of nature, the natural beauty of spring in the Lowcountry and spring growth … it shows newly sprouted leaves of a dwarf maple tree against the backdrop of a vivid blue sky. We should all admire the awesome beauty of nature which surrounds us in the Lowcountry,” he said.\r\n\r\nTo submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.&nbsp;', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lowcountry-life-32', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:27:12', '2018-07-12 15:27:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31926', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31956, 4, '2017-04-14 08:20:52', '0000-00-00 00:00:00', '<b>Women’s conference&nbsp;</b><b>to be held in Port Royal</b>\n\nLocal women are invited to Lost on a Familiar Road Women\'s Conference from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at Port Royal Baptist Church\n\nDeadline for registering is Friday, April 14, and groups of women are welcome. &nbsp;\n\nThe cost is $10, which includes lunch.\n\nAuthor Kimberly Sowell will be the speaker.&nbsp;\n\nFor more information, call 843-521-1994, email secretary@portroyalbaptist.org, or visit www.portroyalbaptist.org.\n\n<b>Bird walk to be held&nbsp;</b><b>at Donnelley area</b>\n\nThe Fripp Audubon Club is conducting a bird walk at Donnelley Wildlife Management Area on Saturday, April 15. &nbsp;\n\nThis is a peak time for the spring migration. Songbirds, shore birds, ducks and late winter birds should be present.\n\nBird walks are designed for folks with a serious interest in birds, their behavior, habitat and identification.&nbsp;\n\nThe trip will begin with a brief orientation before departure.&nbsp;\n\nBring binoculars and bird guide. Beginners are welcome.&nbsp;\n\nParticipants will meet in the parking lot adjacent to the Lady Island McDonald’s. Departure is at 8 a.m.; orientation begins at 7:45.&nbsp;\n\nParticipants should bring lunch, binoculars, bug spray, sunscreen, water, etc. &nbsp;\n\nVisit www.islc.net/audubon.\n\n<b>Recycling program&nbsp;</b><b>at Beaufort library</b>\n\nThe Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. is hosting How to Recycle Right in the Lowcountry.\n\nRecycling differs by region. Learn the most effective ways to recycle in Beaufort County at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 18.\n\n<b>USCB author series to feature Barb Schmidt</b>\n\nThe University of South Carolina Beaufort Lunch with Author series continues at noon Wednesday, April 19, at the Country Club of Hilton Head with author Barb Schmidt.&nbsp; &nbsp;\n\nA practitioner of mindfulness and meditation for over 30 years, Barb Schmidt is the author of the internationally bestselling book “The Practice: Simple Tools for Managing Stress, Finding Inner Peace, and Uncovering Happiness.”\n\nTickets are $42 and must be purchased in advance.&nbsp; &nbsp;\n\nCall the USCB Center for the Arts 843-521-4145 or online uscbcenterforthearts.com.\n\n<b>Women’s group to hold&nbsp;</b><b>fashion show, lunch</b>\n\nThe Beaufort Christian Women’s Connection will hold “Fashions and Lunch” from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at the Hilton Garden Inn at 1500 Queen St. in Beaufort.\n\nThe guest speaker will be Susan Davis, who will speak on “She Lives Empowered as a Prisoner of Hope.”\n\nTickets are $18, which includes taxes and tip. Reservations or cancellations must be made by Friday, April 14.\n\nContact Marti Myers at 843-321-0962 or puddlesportia@gmail.com.\n\n<b>Sea Island Quilters&nbsp;</b><b>to meet on April 20</b>\n\nThe Sea Island Quilters will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at Carteret Street United Methodist Church.\n\nFor more information, email Joey Patrucco at joeypatrucco@yahoo.com.\n\n<b>Celebrate Poetry Month </b><b>at Annual Poetry Gala</b>\n\nIn celebration of Poetry Month in April, the Beaufort poetry group Otram Slabess will hold its 10th annual poetry reading at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Charles Street Gallery, 914 Charles St., Beaufort.\n\nFeatured readers will be Warren Slesinger, Quitman Marshall, Jacquelyn Markham, Olivia Stiffler, and Emily Davis-Fletcher, followed by an open mic for guests.&nbsp;\n\nRefreshments, poetry, music, and inspiring conversation will flow. The event is free and open to the public.\n\nVisit otramslabess.wordpress.com.\n\n<b>Letter writing campaign&nbsp;</b><b>coming to library</b>\n\nWhat are you doing to honor Earth Day? Bring your kids and join the folks at Letters For Hope at 2:30 p.m. on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, at the St. Helena Island Public Library’s conference room. &nbsp;\n\nThe focus of the event is to urge politicians to safeguard the environment.\n\nThis Letters For Hope event is co-sponsored by MomsRising Beaufort County Circle, a local hub that represents the national MomsRising Advocacy group.&nbsp;\n\nSpecial activities for children are planned — including color-your-own postcards. This is an educational opportunity for elementary school students who are just learning how to write, as well as high school students who are looking to become more involved in their community. A tutor will be available to help those who are having trouble constructing their letters. Worksheets with tips on how to write a letter, along with addresses for local politicians, also will be provided.\n\nThis event is family friendly. Parents are encouraged to bring children. For more information, call 843-415-3490 or e-mail heather@braggmedia.com. For more information about Letters for Hope, visit www.lettersforhope.org.\n\n<b>Symphony to hold&nbsp;</b><b>last concert of season</b>\n\nThe Lowcountry Wind Symphony will present its final public concert of the 2016-2017 season at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 23, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 157 Lady’s Island Drive in Beaufort.\n\nThe free concert will include compositions of American icons John Williams and excerpts from Aaron Copland’s “Appalachian Spring.” Also on the program are popular tunes of Henry Mancini, a medley entitled “Benny Goodman, King of Swing,” “Gershwin by George” and a march or two by John Philip Sousa. &nbsp;\n\nVisit lowcountrywindsymphony.com.', 'What To Do the week of April 6th-12th', '', 'draft', 'open', 'open', '', '', '', '', '2017-04-14 08:20:52', '2017-04-14 12:20:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31956', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31931, 4, '2017-04-06 12:05:18', '2017-04-06 16:05:18', '<h3>By Dr. Kristie Wallace</h3>\r\nMuch like a Romanian gymnast, perfect balance is what we strive for. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe body by design, craves balance. Balance is harmony. Just as the right leg balances the left, the stomach muscles balance the back muscles. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSo how does a well-balanced body pertain to life? &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSimply put, when your physical and mental health are compromised, your vitality becomes diminished. Ailments such as depression, anxiety and chronic pain feed off of our mind and spirit. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe worse our balance is, the worse we feel. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOur bodies are finely tuned indicators provided we stop long enough to listen. When the oil light comes on in our car, we know to change the oil or bad things will happen. Just like that oil light, our body is the indicator that something needs to be changed with our mind and spirit. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nLet\'s say you wake up one morning with a pain in your back, which gets worse over the course of the week. By the weekend, you are weaker than you were on Monday and unable to enjoy your much-anticipated relaxation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEach day you ignore your body’s indicators your mind and spirit worsen. That\'s fine and dandy, but during this time you are struggling financially as well. Therefore, the mind is consumed with worry and stress, which is increasing the pain in your back.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdding onto that, the spirit gets run down, tired, derailed, depressed. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nNow, you have chronic pain, financial dismay and you are going into overall “fecal matter hitting the fan” mode.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSomething may be out of balance physically, mentally or spiritually.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll of these symptoms are a sign that something is “out of whack” or inflamed. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nLife is stressful, yes! But it\'s how we overcome that stress or our mindset that can counteract the “crazy” that life brings.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhat can you do? &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere are many people out there who are willing to help. It\'s perfectly normal not to do it all by yourself; we all need help. However, here are a few steps you can take on your own to get you started on the path to BMS wellness:&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Balance the body.&nbsp; If you are in pain, try chiropractic, massage, acupuncture, physical therapy, nutrition, visit your primary doctor to find out what the cause is.&nbsp; Whatever the step is, start by taking one. It may take many steps, but eventually you will climb that mountain. Don\'t stop when you are about to reach the peak. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nExercise at least three times a week. Get the heart pumping. Luckily, we have many personal trainers, running groups, yoga studios gyms, and lots of beautiful scenery to enjoy. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nEat better. Cut down on sugar, alcohol and that nightly heavy pasta dish or fast food. Watch your portion size. Increase your greens. Stay hydrated. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nI\'m not saying don\'t live. I’m saying just the opposite. Live longer and please eat, have fun, enjoy life, but do all things in moderation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Balance the mind.&nbsp; Stay sharp. Do crossword puzzles, find creative outlets, get a hobby that challenges your brain. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nStop thinking negative thoughts. You are good enough. You are beautiful in every way. You are here to spread that beauty. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhat our mind thinks or perceives can be detrimental to our health. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor example, “I\'m not good enough for this job” or “I\'m too fat” or “I can\'t do this or that” may lead to a poor self-image and depression or anxiety. Somehow, somewhere a little seed was planted to create a negative thought process. Change it. Life is too short to think you aren\'t worth it. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhy create excess stress to impress others and not love yourself? Love yourself!&nbsp; Start saying, “I love me” every day. It\'s that easy.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt may even make you giggle at yourself doing it, but it is literally the thought that counts. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf your mind becomes overwhelmed with negative thinking, seek an outside source of help, such as a therapist or counselor.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Balance the spirit. Pray, meditate, spend time with positive people, volunteer, do yoga, do good deeds and/or simply be kind. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nReconnect by walking on the beach or through the woods.&nbsp; Take in and appreciate nature. Look around, we have beauty everywhere.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTake a deep breath. Heck, take 10 breaths. Stop thinking, clear your mind for an hour every day; unless you are too busy then do it for two hours. Just 5-10 minutes is enough to increase “happy hormones” such as dopamine and decrease stress levels.\r\n\r\nEnding note:&nbsp; We have this one body, let\'s take care of it. I hope this helps, and I pray that you continue to be blessed.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<i>Dr. Kristie Wallace owns Beaufort Chiropractic and Wellness Center. She offers myriad chiropractic techniques and wellness advise. She is a United States Air Force veteran, who served in Operation Enduring Freedom and the Iraqi War. Beaufort Chiropractic is at 703 Bladen St. Call 843-522-1115.</i>', 'Balance mind, body, spirit for balanced life', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'balance-mind-body-spirit-for-balanced-life', '', '', '2017-04-06 12:05:18', '2017-04-06 16:05:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31931', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31933, 4, '2017-04-06 11:16:37', '2017-04-06 15:16:37', 'The nationwide trash pick-up effort was held Saturday, April 1 and was sponsored by Keep America Beautiful. In Port Royal, residents pitched in to clean up litter in the community.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31935\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1630\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4001.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31935\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31935\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4001.jpg\" alt=\"Benjamin Lewis, 5, helps his mom, Beth, pick up trash near Port Royal Elementary School during the Keep America Beautiful trash pickup in Port Royal. Photos by Bob Sofaly.\" width=\"1630\" height=\"1799\"></a> Benjamin Lewis, 5, helps his mom, Beth, pick up trash near Port Royal Elementary School during the Keep America Beautiful trash pickup in Port Royal. Photos by Bob Sofaly.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31934\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"3216\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES3970.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31934\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31934\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES3970.jpg\" alt=\"Three-year-old Jayne Miller, center, gets some help from her dad Brian as they get ready to pick up trash near Parris Avenue in Port Royal. \" width=\"3216\" height=\"2136\"></a> Three-year-old Jayne Miller, center, gets some help from her dad Brian as they get ready to pick up trash near Parris Avenue in Port Royal.[/caption]', 'Keeping our community clean', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'keeping-our-community-clean', '', '', '2017-04-06 12:09:39', '2017-04-06 16:09:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31933', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31937, 4, '2017-04-06 12:10:17', '2017-04-06 16:10:17', 'Hank Gulbrandsen has been appointed director of development and Karey Green has been named event director/development representative at Holy Trinity Classical Christian School.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey will work together to support Holy Trinity’s faith-based tuition policy, according to a release from the school.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen the school was founded, the board of trustees decided to serve and support families by establishing a faith-based tuition policy. Since inception, net tuition payments have covered approximately 60 percent of the school\'s operating expenses, and donations have covered the remaining 40 percent.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHoly Trinity awarded $353,000 in needs-based financial assistance to the families of 40 percent of its students in the 2016-2017 school year. As enrollment continues to grow, the level of funds raised also must increase to sustain the school’s operating viability.\r\n\r\nA founding board member, Gulbrandsen has no children or grandchildren in the school, but believes strongly in its mission. He has served as president, vice president and treasurer of the board of trustees, devoting his skills to the Finance, Development and Curriculum committees. He is currently a member of the board of governors.\r\n\r\nIn his new position, Gulbrandsen will be responsible for creating strategy for the overall development and stewardship of the school’s annual giving needs and long-term capital expansion needs programs. Further, he is responsible for increasing fundraising through capital, comprehensive and annual campaigns, scholarship and program endowment, major gifts, planned gifts, grants and cultivating future alumni.\r\n\r\n“I have been blessed to have served Holy Trinity since its inception,” Gulbrandsen said. “I am amazed at the impact HTCCS is having on its students and families. This ministry excites me more than any other. I can’t wait to continue to share our story and vision as the school’s first director&nbsp;of development.”\r\n\r\nGreen, currently serving as a teacher assistant, has four children enrolled at Holy Trinity. She has consistently volunteered to support major school events, including the Annual Fund Gala Dinner, the Heritage Hall Dance Society President’s Day Ball, the Feed the Need Fundraiser, Teacher Appreciation Week, the Field Day, the Fun Run and annual school theatrical productions.\r\n\r\nIn her new position, Green is responsible for creating, coordinating and conducting HTCCS events, Development activities, donor correspondence, and managing and reporting donor data.\r\n\r\n“Serving on the Holy Trinity Development Team is a tremendous growth opportunity for me professionally,” she says. “It is an ideal fit for the gifts, talents, skill sets and passions that God has given me. I look forward to serving all of our students, parents and donors, as well as creating memorable events that reflect the amazing things that God is doing at HTCCS.”\r\n\r\nHoly Trinity’s 275 students in grades preschool through nine study Latin, the great works of poetry, literature, art, music, history, phonics and mathematics, all within the framework of a Christ-centered learning environment.', 'Holy Trinity appoints development team', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'holy-trinity-appoints-development-team', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:41', '2018-07-12 14:58:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31937', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31939, 4, '2017-04-06 12:12:47', '2017-04-06 16:12:47', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Participants in the Beaufort County Senior Leadership program enjoyed Military Ties and History Day.</em>\r\n\r\nAsk any of the 35 class members who spent all day with Marines from both Parris Island and the Marine Corps Air Station and they’ll tell you what an outstanding firsthand experience they had, according to press release. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“I never realized how demanding the training is for recruits and how professional the Marines are at every level,” said Mike Chambers, one of the class members. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSponsored by Clemson University Extension Service and the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Beaufort County Senior Leadership program, opened to all citizens, spent the morning at Parris Island recently observing phases of recruit training which lasts 13 weeks and graduates some 20,000 new Marines each year. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nDuring a tour of the Parris Island Recruit Depot, class members experienced initial recruit processing beginning with the famous yellow footprints.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe program’s participants observed rifle range qualification, drill movements on the parade deck and learned about the seven graduation requirements. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nA concert by the MCRD band was followed by a tour of the museum and lunch with some of the active duty Marines.\r\n\r\nThe afternoon was spent touring the Marine Corps Air Station where, after receiving a command briefing by the Public Affairs Office, the senior leaders moved to the flight line and were given a demonstration on the aircraft recovery and firefighting capabilities of the air station Marines. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe noise level increased as the class watched several F-18s and F-35s from some of the seven aircraft squadrons take off and land.&nbsp;', 'Leaders learn about Marines on land, in air', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'leaders-learn-about-marines-on-land-in-air', '', '', '2017-04-06 12:12:47', '2017-04-06 16:12:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31939', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31942, 4, '2017-04-06 12:20:41', '2017-04-06 16:20:41', '<em>Photo above: Connie Hipp was recently named the United Way of the Lowcountry’s Women United Woman of the Year. She is shown here, at left, with Katie Phifer, chair of the Women United Steering Committee.</em>\r\n<h3>By Aileen Goldstein</h3>\r\nA quote from Mahatma Gandhi hangs on the door of Connie Hipp’s refrigerator.\r\n\r\nIt reads: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Hipp lives and breathes these words every single day.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHipp was recently named 2017 Woman of the Year by the United Way of the Lowcountry’s Women United. The award was announced at the annual Power of the Purse, a fundraiser to provide services for children and families of Beaufort and Jasper counties to eliminate financial restraints in education. The event was held at the Dataw Island clubhouse.\r\n\r\nHipp’s volunteer history is long and rich, encompassing a large majority of the 59 years she has lived in Beaufort. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“My husband used to call me a serial volunteer,” Hipp said with a laugh. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlthough she does not volunteer now nearly as much as she used to, she still is very active in the community. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“I do it because I grew up here and there is no reason not to give back,” she said when asked why she volunteers. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter graduating high school, Hipp started working for the federal government. She watched successful women around her and took note of what they did. Eventually, she joined professional women’s club and learned from her elders, a so-called Wisdom Row. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese women encouraged Hipp to try different things and to grow.\r\n\r\nIn the beginning, Hipp was involved in so many volunteer opportunities because she wanted to find what she was best at. It did not take long for her to discover that her passion was leadership. Early on, Hipp was among the first classes of the Beaufort Leadership, a mentoring program through the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOnce Hipp graduated from the program, the directors that were supposed to lead were suddenly unable to perform their duties. Hipp said she was happy to help and the rest is history. This month, she will finish her 30th year directing Beaufort Leadership.\r\n\r\nThe foundation of Hipp’s service with Leadership Beaufort is to help the students realize how easy is to get involved and therefore make a difference.&nbsp; She tells the classes, “Quit saying they need to take care of this or they need to do that, it is time that you figure out when you can be a they.”\r\n\r\nHipp’s resume of volunteerism includes many organizations throughout the county including the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA), Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse (CODA) and the Girls and Boys Club, among others.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nShe currently runs an organization called Transitional Workforce Education Assistance Collaborative, better known as TWEAC.&nbsp; The organization assists military member and their families in finding work during and after their service to our country. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Woman of the Year award came as a surprise to Hipp as she did not even know she had been nominated, and she is honored to be recognized by the United Way. Recognition does not come easily for Hipp, as her comfort place is behind the scenes.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe biggest rewards for Hipp’s years of service come when she learns what alumni of the Leadership Beaufort do after graduating from the program.&nbsp; Oftentimes, past students will reach out to Hipp and tell her that she inspired them to run for public office or join a board of directors for a local charity. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nShe encourages young people to find a role model and watch what makes other people successful, as she did when she was first starting out. She also stresses the importance for everyone to realize how easy it is to get involved.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“I think sometimes people wait until someone asked them to do something,” she said, “and they don’t realize how easy it is to say, ‘How can I help?’ instead.”', 'Volunteerism is a passion for Woman of the Year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'volunteerism-is-a-passion-for-woman-of-the-year', '', '', '2017-04-06 12:20:41', '2017-04-06 16:20:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31942', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31945, 4, '2017-04-06 12:22:04', '2017-04-06 16:22:04', '<h3>By&nbsp;Michael Osteen</h3>\r\nDating back to the first stock market system in the 1400s and 1500s, there has been a number of different approaches over the years. And no, I’m not going to start way back then so don’t worry. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nActually it was recently someone asked me if we used advanced computer algorithmic trading strategies in our research. There are many different approaches when it comes to selecting stocks as investments. Let’s look at a few that come to mind.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOne is often referred to as “Sell in May and Go Away,” also sometimes called the “Halloween Indicator.” Basically, the theory is to buy stocks around Halloween because the market significantly growths stronger between November to April and the sell them in May and take your gains. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/osteen-graph.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31902\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-31902\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/osteen-graph.png\" alt=\"osteen graph\" width=\"532\" height=\"344\"></a>\r\n\r\nThis one above has&nbsp;been around since 1950 popularized by Yale Hirsh.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnother dubbed “October Surprise” that pertains to avoiding the recurring October declines in the market. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile we are talking about the calendar, there is also the “December Loss” that is based on tax loss selling that occurs at the end of the fiscal year in yes you guessed it December.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nDid you know that things like the amount of cloud coverage and temperature offer up their own methods? &nbsp;\r\n\r\nA study by Cao and Wei was done in 1993 that showed from 1927 to 1989 the level of cloud cover outside a stock exchange was correlated to returns for a major stock market. In essence the days with less cloud cover the market performed better because people were in a better mood. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTemperature outside the stock exchange is negatively correlated with return performance in the same study, essentially, the lower the temperature the higher the returns. They believe the lower temperature tends to fuel aggressive risk taking psychologically and vice versa.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLet’s not forget the Hurricane Index introduced by the Chicago Mercantile Exchange in 2007 that is used in relation to Hurricane Derivatives contracts. They look at the maximum sustained winds and the radius of hurricane force winds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere are many more approaches that exist and some have been around longer than others and naturally each one varies in its effectiveness in obtaining higher returns. However, what we find noteworthy throughout many approaches is they are based on actual data. And the data is obtained using research techniques. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe research has correlations that have been back-tested and repeatable, which supports the approach. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhile we don’t use the above mentioned approaches, we do conduct research that looks at various types of data using a proven approach that was founded by Benjamin Graham and David Dodd back in the 1920s called “value investing.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nYou most likely are not familiar with Graham, but you probably have heard of a couple of his students. Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, chairman &amp; CEO and vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway respectively and both use “value investing” methods. It has held up to the test of time for over 85 years as being the most reliable at obtaining above average returns known to date. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor our money, “value investing” works the best. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo learn more about value investing research, contact me today for a complimentary meeting.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<i>Michael Osteen, MBA, is chief investment strategist with Port Wren Capital LLC with a 252 percent 3-year total gain (36.04 percent annualized) performance using independent value investment research.&nbsp;</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Email him at michael@portwrencapital.com.</i>', 'What works when buying stocks?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-works-when-buying-stocks', '', '', '2017-04-06 12:22:04', '2017-04-06 16:22:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31945', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(31947, 4, '2017-04-06 12:24:16', '2017-04-06 16:24:16', '<h3>By Lisa Allen</h3>\r\nPardon the pun, but it doesn’t take a brain surgeon to recognize that healthcare is a growing need in Beaufort County.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort is the 12th fastest growing county in the nation, with 4,000-5,000 new residents moving in every year.\r\n\r\nGiven that many of the new arrivals are retirees, the need is even more acute. Currently, an astonishing 29 percent of the county’s 165,354 residents are aged 60 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.\r\n\r\nTo address that need, the Technical College of the Lowcountry plans to turn its Beaufort campus into a health sciences center and move general education and technical programs to its New River campus in Bluffton and its Hampton location in Varnville, said TCL President Richard Gough.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTCL will create 10,000 square feet of new academic space by\r\n\r\nrenovating Moor Hall on the Beaufort campus and relocating administrative offices for new health sciences offerings.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe school already offers courses in massage therapy, nursing, physical therapist assistant, radiologic technology, surgical technology and medical assisting programs.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on employer requests, TCL wants to add programs for dental assistants, pharmacy technicians and respiratory technicians.\r\n\r\nAccording to the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce Development, nearly 15 percent of Beaufort County’s 68,000 workers are in healthcare, a category that comes in third behind tourism and retail jobs.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe healthcare labor market is expected to grow 2.5 percent each year through 2022.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAbout 70 percent of those jobs don’t require four-year degrees, such as personal care aides, home health aides, nursing assistants, physical therapist assistants, sonographers, medical secretaries, records technicians, surgical technicians and dental assistants.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We know that there is a demand for healthcare-related programs, but we’re space constrained,” Gough said. “The medical assistant program was started in a hallway closet. We need more clinical space and we need to graduate more students. We aren’t meeting demand. There are a lot of technician specialties that don’t have programs yet. We don’t have the facilities to do it.”\r\n\r\nMeanwhile TCL is trying to find a way to pay for a planned $12.5-million expansion to the New River campus. Last year, the state General Assembly agreed to provide only $3.5 million.\r\n\r\n“TCL is not state funded,” Gough said. “Only 18 percent of our budget comes from the state. Beaufort County also provides some support, but the majority comes from tuition and fees.”\r\n\r\nGough calls it a chicken and egg problem. They can’t attract more students — and thus tuition — until they add more programs. They can’t add programs until they can get more tuition.\r\n\r\nBut their students can’t pay high tuition.\r\n\r\n“The school’s mission is open access to all and affordable,” said Mary Lee Carns, vice president for advancement and external relations. She is also executive director for the TCL Foundation.\r\n\r\nTCL has kept tuition to half of University of South Carolina Beaufort, but even that is a stretch for their students.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCarns said while four-year colleges rely on alumni to boost their coffers, community colleges don’t have that resource.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“At four-year colleges and universities, the large majority of their donations come from alumni and a smaller percent from companies and corporations. It’s just the reverse for community colleges. Local employers are the ones who see the value of community colleges.”\r\n\r\nTCL also is careful not to generate more graduates than are needed.\r\n\r\n“We look at the workforce in our four counties,” said Glenn Levicki, dean of health sciences. TCL serves Jasper, Colleton, Hampton and Beaufort counties. “We have to justify adding more programs because after graduation, we want to ensure they will find jobs.”\r\n\r\nOnly 1 percent of the graduates of the six health science programs fail to find a job or continue their studies, Levicki said. The school has to maintain that performance to retain national accreditation granted by each discipline.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We want to meet the needs of the community,” Levicki said.\r\n\r\nIt’s also helpful that the health sciences center will be next door to the county’s third largest employer, Beaufort Memorial Hospital.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“TCL and Beaufort Memorial have had a strong partnership for years. Many of our best staff members are graduates of TCL programs,” said Karen Carroll, Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services. “As our population grows and our community’s medical needs change, both organizations are always looking at ways to best meet the needs of our friends and neighbors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We are thrilled that TCL is expanding their healthcare curriculum, and we will continue to support their programs.”\r\n\r\nCarns and Gough stressed the important role TCL plays in both the lives of its graduates and of the local community.\r\n\r\n“If you think about it, the quality of life in Beaufort County is driven by our graduates,” Carns said. “They are the ones who provide the care and services we all depend on, especially in health sciences.”', 'TCL wants to turn Beaufort campus into health sciences hub', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'tcl-wants-to-turn-beaufort-campus-into-health-sciences-hub', '', '', '2017-04-06 12:24:16', '2017-04-06 16:24:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31947', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31949, 4, '2017-04-06 12:26:58', '2017-04-06 16:26:58', '<em>Photo above: Cpl. Frank Anderson, U.S. Army Air Corps, stands at attention and salutes during the playing of Star Spangled Banner. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31952\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2915\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ridgeland2.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31952\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31952\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ridgeland2.jpg\" alt=\"The Parris Island Marine Band opened last Saturday’s event with the Star Spangled Banner while the Sun City Color Guard “posted the colors” during the 75th anniversary celebration of the end of World War II at the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage in Ridgeland.\" width=\"2915\" height=\"1901\"></a> The Parris Island Marine Band opened last Saturday’s event with the Star Spangled Banner while the Sun City Color Guard “posted the colors” during the 75th anniversary celebration of the end of World War II at the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage in Ridgeland.[/caption]\r\n\r\nWorld War II veterans were honored last Saturday, April 1 during the 75th anniversary celebration of the end of the war at the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage in Ridgeland. The Parris Island Marine Corps Band performed while the Sun City Color Guard \"posted the colors.\"\r\n\r\nOn hand were two veterans from the Greatest Generation who served during WWII. Frank Anderson, 93, of Toms River, N.J., was a corporal in the U.S. Army Air Corps serving in B-26 Marauders in both North African and European theaters. Russel Smith of Sun City, who boasted being \"93-and-a-half,\" served in the U.S. Navy aboard the battleship USS Massachusetts.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31950\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2136\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4033.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31950\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31950\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4033.jpg\" alt=\"Russell Smith, 93, shows off the veteran’s pin on his cap. Smith served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.\" width=\"2136\" height=\"2674\"></a> Russell Smith, 93, shows off the veteran’s pin on his cap. Smith served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.[/caption]', 'A solemn salute', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-solemn-salute', '', '', '2017-04-06 12:33:50', '2017-04-06 16:33:50', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31949', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31957, 4, '2017-04-13 08:21:46', '2017-04-13 12:21:46', '<b>Women’s conference&nbsp;</b><b>to be held in Port Royal</b>\r\n\r\nLocal women are invited to Lost on a Familiar Road Women\'s Conference from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at Port Royal Baptist Church\r\n\r\nDeadline for registering is Friday, April 14, and groups of women are welcome. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe cost is $10, which includes lunch.\r\n\r\nAuthor Kimberly Sowell will be the speaker.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-521-1994, email secretary@portroyalbaptist.org, or visit www.portroyalbaptist.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Bird walk to be held&nbsp;</b><b>at Donnelley area</b>\r\n\r\nThe Fripp Audubon Club is conducting a bird walk at Donnelley Wildlife Management Area on Saturday, April 15. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis is a peak time for the spring migration. Songbirds, shore birds, ducks and late winter birds should be present.\r\n\r\nBird walks are designed for folks with a serious interest in birds, their behavior, habitat and identification.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe trip will begin with a brief orientation before departure.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBring binoculars and bird guide. Beginners are welcome.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nParticipants will meet in the parking lot adjacent to the Lady Island McDonald’s. Departure is at 8 a.m.; orientation begins&nbsp;at 7:45.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nParticipants should bring lunch, binoculars, bug spray, sunscreen, water, etc. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.islc.net/audubon.\r\n\r\n<b>Recycling program&nbsp;</b><b>at Beaufort library</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. is hosting How to Recycle Right in the Lowcountry.\r\n\r\nRecycling differs by region. Learn the most effective ways to recycle in Beaufort County at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 18.\r\n\r\n<b>USCB author series to feature Barb Schmidt</b>\r\n\r\nThe University of South Carolina Beaufort Lunch with Author series continues at noon Wednesday, April 19, at the Country Club of Hilton Head with author&nbsp;Barb Schmidt.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nA practitioner of mindfulness and meditation for over 30 years, Barb Schmidt is the author of the internationally bestselling book “The Practice: Simple Tools for Managing Stress, Finding Inner Peace, and Uncovering Happiness.”\r\n\r\nTickets are $42 and must be purchased in advance.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nCall the USCB Center for the Arts 843-521-4145 or online uscbcenterforthearts.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Women’s group to hold&nbsp;</b><b>fashion show, lunch</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Christian Women’s Connection will hold “Fashions and Lunch” from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at the Hilton Garden Inn at 1500 Queen St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe guest speaker will be Susan Davis, who will speak on “She Lives Empowered as a Prisoner of Hope.”\r\n\r\nTickets are $18, which includes taxes and tip. Reservations or cancellations must be made by Friday, April 14.\r\n\r\nContact Marti Myers at 843-321-0962 or puddlesportia@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Sea Island Quilters&nbsp;</b><b>to meet on April 20</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Quilters will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at Carteret Street United Methodist Church.\r\n\r\nFor more information, email Joey Patrucco at joeypatrucco@yahoo.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Celebrate Poetry Month&nbsp;</b><b>at Annual Poetry Gala</b>\r\n\r\nIn celebration of Poetry Month in April, the Beaufort poetry group Otram Slabess will hold its 10th annual poetry reading at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Charles Street Gallery, 914 Charles St., Beaufort.\r\n\r\nFeatured readers will be Warren Slesinger, Quitman Marshall, Jacquelyn Markham, Olivia Stiffler, and Emily Davis-Fletcher, followed by an open mic for guests.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRefreshments, poetry, music, and inspiring conversation will flow. The event is free and open to the public.\r\n\r\nVisit otramslabess.wordpress.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Letter writing campaign&nbsp;</b><b>coming to library</b>\r\n\r\nWhat are you doing to honor Earth Day? Bring your kids and join the folks at Letters For Hope at 2:30 p.m. on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, at the St. Helena Island Public Library’s conference room. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe focus of the event is to urge politicians to safeguard the environment.\r\n\r\nThis Letters For Hope event is co-sponsored by MomsRising Beaufort County Circle, a local hub that represents the national MomsRising Advocacy group.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpecial activities for children are planned — including color-your-own postcards. This is an educational opportunity for elementary school students who are just learning how to write, as well as high school students who are looking to become more involved in their community. A tutor will be available to help those who are having trouble constructing their letters. Worksheets with tips on how to write a letter, along with addresses for local politicians, also will be provided.\r\n\r\nThis event is family friendly. Parents are encouraged to bring children. For more information, call 843-415-3490 or e-mail heather@braggmedia.com. For more information about Letters for Hope, visit www.lettersforhope.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Symphony to hold&nbsp;</b><b>last concert of season</b>\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Wind Symphony will present its final public concert of the 2016-2017 season at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 23, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 157 Lady’s Island Drive in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe free concert will include compositions of American icons John Williams and excerpts from Aaron Copland’s “Appalachian Spring.” Also on the program are popular tunes of Henry Mancini, a medley entitled “Benny Goodman, King of Swing,” “Gershwin by George” and a march or two by John Philip Sousa. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit lowcountrywindsymphony.com.', 'What To Do the week of April 13th-19th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-april-13th-19th', '', '', '2017-04-14 08:29:23', '2017-04-14 12:29:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31957', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31959, 4, '2017-04-13 08:22:32', '2017-04-13 12:22:32', '<h3>By the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association</h3>\r\nBeaufort County has received from Mobilitie, a telecommunications infrastructure company, a request to install a 120-foot monopole (tall steel pole) in the right of way of a road (Star Magnolia Drive) leading from Holly Hall Road (S-7-112) into the Magnolia Court community. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe pole, which would serve as a communications tower, would have a 3-foot lighting rod on top of it and be 4-foot wide at the base and capable of withstanding up to 90 mile per hour winds. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAssuming the developer of Magnolia Court has turned the road over to Beaufort County, the decision whether to approve the request could be done at county level versus using the Sams Point right of way, which would involve the South Carolina Department of Transportation. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBased on an October 2016 article by Jim Therrien for VTDIGGER.ORG Mobilitie applied to install a similar telecommunications tower in the town of Bennington, Vt., and their representative provided the following information at that time.\r\n\r\n• Mobilitie is the largest privately held telecommunications infrastructure company in the United States.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Their business model is to be in the public rights of way and they are asserting themselves as a public utility.\r\n\r\n• Sites selected for the installation of these utility poles are based on areas where the demand is expected to surge. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis approach of calling itself a public utility similar to sewer and electrical utilities and asking to use the public right of way on which to install 120-foot tall communication towers is a different approach from the usual request for installation of cell towers and will pose some interesting zoning and permitting challenges throughout the United States.&nbsp; The regulations regarding installation of an electrical pole are usually simpler and less restrictive than those for construction of a cell tower.&nbsp; &nbsp; For example, on Lady’s Island, in the Community Preservation District (residential area) where the new tower is being proposed the present zoning clearly states “Commercial communications towers are restricted to the expansion or replacement of an existing tower”. There is an existing 150 foot tower with apparent capacity for additional use located within a mile of the proposed new tower.&nbsp; To provide some idea of what a 120 foot tall utility pole would look like consider the fact that the electrical poles along Sams Point Road are 85 foot tall.\r\n\r\nBennington, Vermont chose to deny the request for a Mobilitie tower in their town. Beaufort County has very specific regulations regarding communication towers but for a company to claim it is a public utility and request to install their tower in the public right of way is a new approach and will require a review of the potential engineering, legal, air traffic safety, zoning and visual impact prior to responding to the request.&nbsp; Beaufort County will give the request such a review.&nbsp; Most likely the municipalities in Beaufort County will receive a similar request from Mobilitie to install a 120 foot tall steel utility pole in a city or town owned right of way.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn today’s world we all want and need a good and solid communication’s infrastructure.&nbsp; If technological advances in the communications field occur to a degree requiring our zoning and permitting regulations to be modified then, as a county and a community, we should be open to discussion of such changes.&nbsp; However, it is a bit difficult to believe putting a 120 foot tall steel pole in the right of way of a road in the Magnolia Court community falls into that category. Rather, it would appear to be an effort to avoid the cost of using existing towers and to bypass local zoning regulations relating to installation of cell towers. The request should be disapproved.&nbsp;', 'Lady’s Island targeted for new cell tower', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ladys-island-targeted-for-new-cell-tower', '', '', '2017-04-14 08:30:00', '2017-04-14 12:30:00', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31959', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31961, 4, '2017-04-13 08:23:03', '2017-04-13 12:23:03', '<b>New head of school&nbsp;</b><b>at Beaufort Academy</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31963\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"683\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/durbin.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31963\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31963\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/durbin.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Daniel Durbin\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\"></a> Dr. Daniel Durbin[/caption]\r\n\r\nDr. Daniel Durbin has been appointed the next Head of School for Beaufort Academy. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis appointment concludes an extensive national and international search process launched by a qualified Head of School Search Committee to identify a successor for outgoing Headmaster Stephen Schools.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe search included over 70 applicants and was narrowed to three contenders in three states.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nDurbin, presently the director of Youth and Family Ministries at Sea Island Presbyterian Church, will begin his tenure at Beaufort Academy on Monday, April 17. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe will work in conjunction with outgoing headmaster for the remainder of the school year.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAccording to Chilton Grace Simmons, president of the board of trustees of Beaufort Academy, “Since we began the search and asked for input from faculty, staff, parents and the community, Dr. Durbin’s name has continuously been brought to us by people both inside and outside of BA.&nbsp; Many of those voices were those of teachers. &nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“He has an extremely dynamic and comprehensive knowledge of education, and is beloved by teachers and students alike. Importantly, he also knows the Beaufort community well, including being active in Sea Island Rotary, Sea Island Presbyterian Church, and American Legion. BA is thrilled to embark upon its future under Dr. Durbin’s proven leadership and passion for education.”\r\n\r\n<b>Local sorority attends&nbsp;</b><b>leadership event</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31962\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"468\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/mupizeta.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31962\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31962\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/mupizeta.png\" alt=\"Members of Mu Pi Zeta with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority’s International president, from left, are Kimberly Bush, event photographer; Tina Johnson, executive board chair; Dr. Mary Breaux Wright, international president; Shai Tyson, escort to president; Ruth Naomi James and assistant secretary. Photo provided.\" width=\"468\" height=\"353\"></a> Members of Mu Pi Zeta with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority’s International president, from left, are Kimberly Bush, event photographer; Tina Johnson, executive board chair; Dr. Mary Breaux Wright, international president; Shai Tyson, escort to president; Ruth Naomi James and assistant secretary. Photo provided.[/caption]\r\n\r\nZeta Phi Beta Sorority held its South Carolina Leadership Conference in Myrtle Beach March 31 and April 1. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nMu Pi Zeta, Beaufort County graduate chapter, Tau Upsilon, undergraduates at University of South Carolina Beaufort and Zeta Amicae Auxiliary of Beaufort were recognized at the conference in the presence of the sorority’s international president, Dr. Mary Breaux Wright. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nMu Pi Zeta was awarded Lowcountry 2 Model Chapter of the Year for 2017. This is the second consecutive win for the graduate chapter. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nChaqueria Vereen, a junior at USCB and member of Tau Upsilon, was one of the Top 10 honorees for highest grade point average of all undergraduate members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority in the state. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFirst place for March of Dimes donations and Z-HOPE (Zetas Helping Other People Excel) was awarded to Zeta Amicae Auxiliary of Beaufort.\r\n\r\nIn addition to chapter recognition, two members were installed as state officers. The local president, Tina Johnson, is the executive board chair, and the undergraduate advisor, Ruth Naomi James, is the assistant secretary. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nMarlena Smalls, honorary member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, provided musical entertainment for the opening ceremony.\r\n\r\nSimultaneously in Columbia, Briona Millidge, a youth participant for the sorority, received the Richard W. Riley Award on April 1 from South Carolina Education Association. Bernadette Hampton, SCEA president and member of Mu Pi Zeta, presented the award at SCEA’s awards luncheon.\r\n\r\nA scholarship fundraiser will be held 7 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at the USCB Center for Performing Arts featuring classical musicians Time for 2, Kearston and Kendall Gonzales. Proceeds will benefit graduating seniors. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe cost is $30 per adult and $15 per youth.\r\n\r\n<b>Art, science merge&nbsp;</b><b>in ‘River of Words’</b>\r\n\r\nThe complex ecology and peaceful beauty of Port Royal Sound serves as the inspiration for a new collection of art and poetry by Beaufort County School District students.\r\n\r\n“River of Words:&nbsp; Musings on Port Royal Sound through Poetry and Art 2017,” was unveiled at a reception recently at the Port Royal Maritime Center. The annual student publication is the culmination of an interdisciplinary learning experience about the sound’s watersheds.\r\n\r\n“We live in an extraordinary landscape,” said Heather Brabham, the project’s coordinator. “ ‘River of Words’ lets teachers and students become an active part of that environment, learn from it and be inspired by it. The creativity of our students is really amazing.”\r\n\r\nBrabham said that first- through 12th-grade students from 17 district schools accepted the “River of Words” challenge last fall to extend learning beyond their classroom walls and into neighboring marshes, beaches and maritime forests. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nScience, English language arts, math, gifted and talented and visual arts teachers joined forces to design interdisciplinary units of study that examined local watersheds from multiple perspectives.\r\n\r\nStudents and teachers equipped with binoculars, cameras and sketchbooks experienced first-hand the intricate ecology of Port Royal Sound. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey tested water quality, studied stormwater run-off and discussed the effects of pollution and population growth. They kayaked in area rivers, embarked on virtual field trips, toured the Port Royal Sound Foundation Maritime Center and explored the Lowcountry’s natural history and cultural heritage at Coastal Discovery Museum.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBrabham said that while students observed, measured, tested, researched and documented, they also heightened their senses and attuned them to the sights, sounds and smells of the natural world. Following their scientific discoveries, students were charged to transform their new knowledge into poems and art.&nbsp; “River of Words” was the result.\r\n\r\nNow in its seventh year, “River of Words” enables students to use humor and haiku, free verse, figurative language, vivid vocabularies and heartfelt advocacy along with paint, pencil and digital images to demonstrate their understanding of Port Royal Sound and to make their voices heard.\r\n\r\nThis year’s cover art, a painting of a pelican, was created by fifth-grader Julianna Vega from Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts.\r\n\r\nParticipating schools this year were: Battery Creek High, Beaufort Middle, Bluffton Middle, Hilton Head Island Elementary, Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts, H.E. McCracken Middle, Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary, Mossy Oaks Elementary, May River High, Okatie Elementary, Pritchardville Elementary, Red Cedar Elementary, Riverview Charter, River Ridge Academy, Robert Smalls International Academy, Michael C. Riley Elementary and Whale Branch Middle.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“River of Words” can be purchased online for $15 by visiting amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com and typing “River of Words” into the search engine.\r\n\r\n<b>Students attend&nbsp;</b><b>scholarship event</b>\r\n\r\nAs the end of another school year is fast approaching so do the deadlines for graduating seniors to apply for scholarships and grants.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn Beaufort, the Greek letter organizations and several stakeholder groups collaborated to form the LowCountry Scholarship Group.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe scholarship chairs of each granting organizations and the groups that reach out/mentor youth made up the organization.\r\n\r\nThe mission of the LowCountry Scholarship Group was to come together to develop a scholarship program that reaches out to the community, making eligible students aware of the opportunities that abound in Beaufort county that few are taking advantage of.\r\n\r\nEach of the scholarship granting organizations was asked to submit a digital version of their scholarship application packages. When it was all said and done, over 45 scholarship applications and over 75 links to other educational opportunities were given to each student on a personal thumb drive. Also each student was given a folder with vital financial aid information.\r\n\r\nThe scholarship workshop was held on March 4 at Whale Branch Early College High School. There was a registration of over 58 students and parents representing 22 high schools, four counties and Georgia.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Day of Learning&nbsp;</b><b>coming to TCL</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry is hosting A Day of Learning and Conversation from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday, April 21, at its Beaufort campus.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFaculty, staff and community members will lead a series of conversations in the humanities such as in art, history, culture and literature.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe program is free and includes three hour-long sessions followed by lunch with TCL faculty, community partners and leadership. Reservations are required and space is limited.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo register, visit www.tcl.edu/conversation or contact Jessica Bridges, assistant vice president for Institutional Advancement, at 843 525-8294 or jbridges@tcl.edu.\r\n\r\n<b>Public invited to&nbsp;</b><b>college fair at TCL</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry will host a college fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, April 13, in the MacLean Hall Student Center at the Beaufort Campus. The event is free and open to the public.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;TCL and four-year colleges and universities from around the state and beyond will provide enrollment and transfer information.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Melanie Gallion, TCL Career and Transfer Services manager, at 843-525-8224 or mgallion@tcl.edu.', 'School briefs for April 13th-19th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-briefs-for-april-13th-19th', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:41', '2018-07-12 14:58:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31961', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31965, 4, '2017-04-13 08:29:36', '2017-04-13 12:29:36', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Joey Patrucco of the Sea Island Quilters, sews the binding edge of her twin-size quilt during the monthly Quilters Day Out on April 8 at Carteret Methodist Church. The Sea Island Quilters meet every other month. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Quilters, a not-for-profit organization created to promote the art of quilt-making, will hold a quilt show, Southern Comforts on Friday, May 5, and Saturday, May 6,&nbsp;at the Holiday Inn.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“This will be a very special show for us since we will be celebrating our 30th anniversary. Our group was founded in 1987 and some of us have been stitching together ever since,” according to a press release.\r\n\r\nFor more information, contact Joey Patrucco at mjpatrucco@gmail.com.', 'Quite the quilts', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'quite-the-quilts', '', '', '2017-04-14 08:31:14', '2017-04-14 12:31:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31965', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31968, 4, '2017-04-13 08:31:33', '2017-04-13 12:31:33', '<b>Allendale County man&nbsp;</b><b>gets 35 years for murder&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nAn Allendale County man was convicted April 5 and sentenced to 35 years in prison for the 2015 shooting death of a romantic rival.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe jury deliberated less than 30 minutes before convicting Jaycoby Terreak Williams, 30, of murder in the May 26, 2015, slaying of James Spellman, who was 29 at the time of his death. Spellman was struck by a single gunshot while talking to a cousin outside of Allendale’s Pinewood Apartments, where his girlfriend lived.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe shooting was “a crime of opportunity,” according to Brian Hollen of the Fourteenth Circuit Solicitor’s Office, who prosecuted the case.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The defendant and victim had been involved with the same person and had some feuds previously. This was an ongoing fight,” Hollen said. “Despite the fact it was broad daylight and despite the fact there were multiple witnesses standing around, Williams walked up and, without saying a word, fired a single shot.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe bullet pierced Williams’ heart and lungs, Hollen said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlthough the murder weapon was never recovered, a ballistics expert from the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division said the bullet was likely fired from a 40-caliber Smith &amp; Wesson handgun.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJudge Perry Buckner III presided over the three-day trial and handed down the 35-year sentence.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWilliams’ criminal history includes a 2015 conviction for misdemeanor marijuana possession in Allendale, and three 2010 felony convictions in Florida on drug possession and distribution charges.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Burton deputy fire chief&nbsp;</b><b>rescues two kayakers</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31970\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"453\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Burton-FD_Deputy-Chief-Tom-Webb.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31970\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31970\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Burton-FD_Deputy-Chief-Tom-Webb.jpg\" alt=\"Tom Webb\" width=\"453\" height=\"604\"></a> Tom Webb[/caption]\r\n\r\nBurton Deputy Fire Chief Tom Webb rescued two kayakers in distress on April 8 from the Harbor River.\r\n\r\nJust past 7 p.m., the Burton Fire District was alerted to four kayakers overturned in the water at the end of Harding Street in the Harbor River. Initial reports stated the kayakers couldn’t swim and were in distress.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton firefighters arrived on scene and located two kayakers, a male and female, still in the water approximately 75 feet from the dock. Only the female was wearing a lifejacket.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton Deputy Fire Chief Tom Webb, who responded from home, walked through the marsh and entered the water, swimming to the kayakers and keeping the male afloat while holding onto the female.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton firefighters threw 100 feet of rescue rope from the dock to the deputy chief, who helped bring the two kayakers to shore. All four kayakers, two males and two females, were treated on scene but were not transported. Beaufort Marine Rescue also responded and assisted in recovering the two kayaks.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Explorer Program&nbsp;</b><b>seeks participants</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff\'s Office is seeks participants between 14 and 21 years of age for its Explorer Program.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nProgram benefits include opportunities to ride along with patrol officers, education and hands-on training for those who may be interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Explorer Post meets bi-weekly from 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays.\r\n\r\nThose interested in applying are encouraged to contact Explorer Program Coordinator Kiera Morris at 843-255-3316.\r\n\r\n<b>Two men shot&nbsp;</b><b>at ball field</b>\r\n\r\nAt approximately 6:35 p.m. on April 9 a shooting incident occurred at the ball field near the Grays Hill Community Center off of Bruce K. Smalls Drive.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTwo men were wounded, one remained at the scene, while the other was driven to the Beaufort Memorial Hospital.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe gunshot victim was transported to Beaufort Memorial by EMS.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFurther details were unavailable.\r\n\r\n<b>Call leads to recovery&nbsp;</b><b>of shotgun, 3 arrests</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31971\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"192\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/doville.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31971\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31971\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/doville.jpg\" alt=\"Christopher Doville\" width=\"192\" height=\"240\"></a> Christopher Doville[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31969\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"192\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/frazier.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31969\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31969\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/frazier.jpg\" alt=\"Joshua Frazier\" width=\"192\" height=\"240\"></a> Joshua Frazier[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31973\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"192\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/williams.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31973\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31973\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/williams.jpg\" alt=\"George Williams III\" width=\"192\" height=\"240\"></a> George Williams III[/caption]\r\n\r\nShortly after 6:30 p.m. on April 8, Beaufort Count Sheriff\'s Office deputies responded to the parking lot of the Hilton Head Gardens apartments off of Southwood Park Drive on Hilton Head Island to a report of a suspicious vehicle.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen they arrived deputies located the vehicle, a Dodge Charger with three men inside. The deputies said they could smell marijuana coming from inside of the vehicle and saw a man in the back seat had a sawed-off shotgun on his lap and several shotgun shells next to him. All three subjects were called out of the vehicle and detained.\r\n\r\nThe sawed-off shotgun and shotgun shells were safely recovered by deputies, and following a K-9 sniff of the Charger, marijuana was found.\r\n\r\nIn addition, when deputies searched the subject from the back seat, Christopher Doville, of Ridgeland, they said they found marijuana in his pockets. A criminal history check on Doville revealed he was a convicted felon.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe was charged with possession of a sawed-off shotgun, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and simple possession of marijuana.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe other two men, Joshua Frazier, 28, of Savannah, and George Williams III, 26, of Ridgeland, were charged with simple possession of marijuana.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Bluffton man arrested&nbsp;</b><b>for indecent exposure</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_31972\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"153\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/lessig.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31972\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-31972\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/lessig.jpg\" alt=\"Robert Lessig\" width=\"153\" height=\"191\"></a> Robert Lessig[/caption]\r\n\r\nA man was arrested for indecent exposure, open container and littering after he was seen driving in Old Town Bluffton while exposing his genitals to bystanders, according to a police report.\r\n\r\nAt approximately 4:30 p.m. on April 6, a call was made to police in reference to a man driving around Dubois Park in a white Chrysler Sebring convertible naked.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAn officer immediately responded to find Robert Lessig, 63, parked at the end of Lawrence Street next to the park. The officer also found beer bottles inside and outside the vehicle, a report states.\r\n\r\nDuring questioning, Lessig gave conflicting statements on what he was doing there, police said. Based on Lessig’s and witness statements, Lessig was taken into custody and transported to the Beaufort County Detention Center.\r\n\r\nAnyone with additional information about this incident can call the Bluffton Police Department Investigations Division at 843-706-4560.\r\n\r\n<b>Seven fires occur&nbsp;</b><b>within one afternoon</b>\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District responded to seven fires on April 1, four of which were outdoor fires and three of which were possible building fires.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBetween 1130 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Burton Fire District responded to four outdoors fires resulting from residents not following the Beaufort County Outdoor Burn Ordinance or burning in an unsafe manner. Burton fire officials are urging citizens to read and comply with the county ordinance to avoid fines and other legal actions.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNo damages or injuries resulted from the illegal outdoor burning fires.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District also responded to three possible building fires.\r\n\r\nThe first fire was reported Capehart Circle when a gas cooking grill caught fire on a back porch next to the home. The resident was able to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher and remove the grill from the porch before firefighters arrived. No damages or injuries resulted.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe second fire was reported just past 8:30 p.m. at the BI-LO shopping center in Port Royal. The small kitchen fire was extinguished by employees prior to arrival of firefighters. Beaufort and Parris Island Fire Department also responded to the scene. No damages or injuries resulted.\r\n\r\nWhile firefighters assisted BI-LO employees another house fire was reported on Falls Road in the Shell Point area. Firefighters responded but found no fire at the residence.\r\n\r\n<b>Body found in pond&nbsp;</b><b>at Burton Wells Park</b>\r\n\r\nThe body of a man was found in Burton Wells Park pond on April 6.\r\n\r\nAt about 8 a.m., Beaufort County Sheriff\'s Office deputies responded to a report of a dead person submerged in the pond.\r\n\r\nThe Sheriff\'s Office Dive Team and Coroner\'s Office responded and the body was removed.\r\n\r\nThe remains were later identified as Javonte Colleton, 22, of Burton. He was reported missing by family members at around 11 p.m. on April 7. They told investigators that he took a bus on the afternoon of April 7 to go to Burton Wells Park and had not returned to his Shanklin Road home as expected at 5 p.m.\r\n\r\nA forensic autopsy was conducted at the Medical University of South Carolina, and no signs of trauma were found.\r\n\r\nAnyone with information that may assist in the investigation is encouraged to contact Cpl. Jennifer Snider 843-255-3421 or CrimeStoppers 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for possible reward.&nbsp;', 'Police blotter for April 13th-19th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'police-blotter-for-april-13th-19th', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:31:18', '2017-04-14 14:31:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31968', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31975, 4, '2017-04-13 10:32:40', '2017-04-13 14:32:40', '<em>Photo above: American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Here,&nbsp; Post 9 Commander Chuck Lurey presents Chris Fermin of Foolish Frog with a certificate for displaying the flag at the restaurant.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Fridays @ the Corridor discusses mobile apps</b>\r\n\r\nFriday’s @ the Corridor, a one-hour interactive forum meant to engage and inform Beaufort\'s knowledge-based community, will be held at 8:30 a.m. Friday, April 21, in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nDr. Brian Canada, Assistant Professor of Computational Science at USCB, will introduce the core fundamentals for building a mobile app. As a case study, Canada will walk through how he and a student developed the official USCB campus safety app, which you can download for free by searching for “USCBsafety” on the App Store and Google Play.\r\n\r\nAttendance at the Fridays @ the Corridor event is limited to 25 guests, with priority seating for Digital Corridor members. The nonmember fee is $10 and can be paid at the door.\r\n\r\nMetered and free street parking is available in and around BASEcamp at 500 Carteret St.&nbsp;', 'Business briefs for April 13th-19th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '31975-2', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:32:59', '2017-04-14 14:32:59', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31975', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31979, 4, '2017-04-13 10:33:59', '2017-04-13 14:33:59', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/13-EnvironDay2.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31980\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-31980\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/13-EnvironDay2.jpg\" alt=\"13 EnvironDay2\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\"></a>\r\n\r\nThe 2017 Beaufort County Senior Leadership class recently spent a morning at the Port Royal Sound Foundation\'s Maritime Center.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAfter an introduction to the facilities and the Port Royal Sound, Jody Hayward, Rachel Jones and Kristen Mattson of the Lowcountry Institute talked about the high salinity, high tidal ranges, significant depth and low inflow of fresh water, all characteristics that make the Port Royal Sound so unique, biologically rich, diverse and productive.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTony Mills, also of the Low Country Institute and of Coastal Kingdom fame, then entertained the class by showing some of the animals and reptiles that are found in the area.\r\n\r\nThe afternoon lectures took place at the Beaufort/Jasper Water and Sewer Authority. Rikki Parker of the Coastal Conservation League illustrated the issues of erosion on the coast. Eric Larson, storm water utility manager for Beaufort County, presented the unique storm water issues faced by our coastal communities and Jim Minor, Solid Waste manager for Beaufort County, talked about the solid waste facilities and volumes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTricia Kilgore, director of Treatment Operations for the Beaufort/Jasper Water and Sewer Authority described the steps carried out to treat drinking water and the day ended with a tour of the water treatment plant.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDoug Schuler, one of the students, said, \"We take for granted our water quality and it was interesting to see how our drinking water is actually treated.”', 'Leaders get lessons on Port Royal Sound', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'leaders-get-lessons-on-port-royal-sound', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:35:07', '2017-04-14 14:35:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31979', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31982, 4, '2017-04-13 10:35:22', '2017-04-13 14:35:22', '<i>Editor’s Note: This article is in response to an annual invitation by LIBPA to each of the principals of the schools (public and private) on Lady’s Island to provide an article describing their school.</i>\r\n<h3>By Stephen Schools\r\nHeadmaster, Beaufort Academy</h3>\r\nIf you are reading this with your own high school education deep in the rear view mirror, then you will remember that when we were in school there were not very many choices. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSchools were created in the industrial age and modeled after factories: we put the youngest students in on one end of the building and they came out of the other end older, larger, and with more brainpower.\r\n\r\nCurricula were fairly prescriptive: We learned to read in the first grade, to multiply in the second grade, state history somewhere in the middle grades, biology in ninth grade, and trigonometry at some point that most of us would rather forget. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn the end, this form of education served us fairly well. We were able to succeed in college if we so chose and we were able to succeed in the workplace. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWe now know that our education also stamped out most of the creativity and original thinking that we once possessed. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThankfully, the educational world has advanced, and we are faced with quite the buffet of options today.\r\n\r\nThere are many terms that describe different types of education these days: Paideia, Classical, Montessori, Experiential, STEM, and on and on.&nbsp; All of these terms represent legitimate and potentially rigorous academic environments. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAt Beaufort Academy, our form of educating children is harder to describe with a single term or methodology. We cannot put our form of education in a box and label it.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAt Beaufort Academy, we deliver an educational experience that is broad, robust and challenging for all of our students. We recognize that each of us learns in a unique way and with unique skills and unique hurdles to cross. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf you walked the halls of our classroom buildings and peeked in to multiple classes over the course of the day, you would see techniques that could be used in any one of the environments listed above. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOur goal is to prepare our students for their future not for our past. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nPart of that goal is to produce students who have learned in multiple ways and who are able to understand different perspectives and a variety of points of view. We have Paideia-style discussions, traditional lectures, experiential opportunities and many other educational practices in our classrooms. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThrough this multifaceted approach, we can reach every student and provide each student with the opportunity to reach his or her full potential. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn our small classes, we are able to know and understand each child, and we are able to guide them educationally, morally, and socially to be prepared for their next step in life. That next step may be first grade or a large university, but in any case, we will have aimed to prepare them well for all that is in front of them.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the usual five subject core academic offerings, we teach computer coding and critical thinking to grades 1-9, we offer a range of seven Advanced Placement courses to our upper school students, and we take advantage of the area in which we live and allow our students to experience the Lowcountry by visiting area attractions and by engaging members of our community to come to the school and share ideas and experiences. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdditionally, we allow our students to express creativity through various art, drama, and creative writing classes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe satisfaction in knowing that we have reached our goals comes when our graduates come back to visit the school and consistently speak of their strong feelings of being well prepared for college level work.\r\n\r\nWe are proud of our variety of educational styles and lack of a specific label. The elements described above are the guiding elements of an independent school education. Beaufort Academy is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWe are the only school in Northern Beaufort County that belongs to these organizations, and we take pride in studying and following their guidelines for best practices in developing a rich and rewarding educational experience in the classroom and beyond.&nbsp;', 'BA prepares students for future', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ba-prepares-students-for-future', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:36:10', '2017-04-14 14:36:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31982', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31984, 4, '2017-04-13 10:36:25', '2017-04-13 14:36:25', '<b>Coffee with Colleagues&nbsp;</b><b>at Salvation Army</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce will host a free Coffee with Colleagues from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, April 21, at the Salvation Army at 2505 North St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nParticipants are invited to network while having coffee, light pastries and a chance to win a door prize.\r\n\r\nThe Salvation Army has been active in North and South Carolina since 1887 and currently operates hundreds of facilities and services in over 50 \"commands\" in the Carolinas.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Volunteers, sponsors,&nbsp;</b><b>hosts, more are needed</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Beaufort, USA, produce several events each year.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese events are structured to enhance the quality of life for our residents, showcase our region to visitors and potential residents, celebrate our local businesses, and thank our military. The organizations are inviting people to consider being a sponsor, a host, a vendor, a volunteer or an attendee.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCall 843-525-8537 or email LaNelle@BeaufortSC.org to schedule a meeting.\r\n\r\n<b>Online auction benefits </b><b>Palmetto Animal League</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Regional Chamber of Commerce is encouraging people to bid in an online auction to benefit the Palmetto Animal League. The online auction will take place from 8 a.m. Friday, April 21, to 10 p.m. Monday, April 24.\r\n\r\nGo to www.PALauction.org, register. All proceeds help Palmetto Animal League save abandoned, abused and neglected animals.\r\n\r\nVisit beaufortchamber.org.', 'Chamber Corner for April 13th-19th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chamber-corner-for-april-13th-19th', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:37:13', '2017-04-14 14:37:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31984', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31986, 4, '2017-04-13 10:38:25', '2017-04-13 14:38:25', '<em>Photo above: Certified beekeeper Robert Landrum uses a glassed in display case to show what goes on inside a modern Langstroth hive on April 5 at the Beaufort library on Scott Street. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<h3>By Bob Sofaly</h3>\r\nRobert Landrum is not only a history professor at The University of South Carolina Beaufort, he’s also a certified beekeeper and was on hand for a “backyard beekeeper” lecture on April 5 at the Beaufort branch of the Beaufort County Library.\r\n\r\nCave paintings in Northern Europe indicated wild honey and bee’s wax have been gathered for 15,000 years.\r\n\r\nGathering wild honey gave way to beekeeping at about 3000 BC in Egypt with invention of man-made hives.\r\n\r\nThe square Langstroth hive was invented in 1852 and is still being used today around the world. The superior design allows beekeepers to harvest honey without damaging the hive.\r\n\r\nLandrum said the invasive European honey bee, Apis Mollifier, once called called “white man’s flies” by Native Americans, is in sharp decline.\r\n\r\nLandrumn said industrial and over-the-counter use of certain pesticides has caused neurological disorders in bees.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“They fly out of the hive and can find the flowers but they can’t find their way back,” Landrum said. “The hive doesn’t get fed and eventually dies,” which is known as colony collapse disorder.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLandrum said in 1990 the disorder was linked to certain pesticides. Those pesticides were banned in Europe in 2013. Landrum said the ban was blocked by lobbyists in the United States and their use continues today.', 'Getting the buzz on bees', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'getting-the-buzz-on-bees', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:38:42', '2017-04-14 14:38:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31986', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31989, 4, '2017-04-13 10:39:12', '2017-04-13 14:39:12', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/leescott.Ceramic-Frog--e1492180814544.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-31990\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-31990\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/leescott.Ceramic-Frog--e1492180814544.jpg\" alt=\"leescott.Ceramic Frog\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\"></a>\r\n<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nIt has begun! Spring has arrived and with it the annual ritual known as the “yard sale.”\r\n\r\nThis tradition has been going on for years. There may be some serious bird watchers who will disagree with me and say the sightings of the first ruby-throated hummingbird or the black-and-white warblers are the real indications of spring. But they are wrong. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt is the sighting of the first yard sale sign. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOh, the beauty of the large black letters outlining the address, date and time; and better yet, the signs that read “Neighborhood Yard Sale.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSpring is the time of year for people to come out of their winter hibernation.&nbsp; Neighbors and friends vie to get the best bargain, especially at those large block yard sales.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThese community sales make sense as neighbors combine forces for advertising and pull in many customers, like me. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut I have learned through the years that the advertised hours at most yard sales are rarely honored. A recent yard sale I attended which was supposed to have started at 9 a.m. was already well in progress when I arrived a few minutes after 9. People were walking off with $25 bicycles, $10 Christmas trees and $5 lamps. I also noticed some serious shoppers double teaming so they could spread out and do reconnaissance for one another. Man, I wish I had thought of that idea.\r\n\r\nAs it is, there is nothing I really need, but the pull of the yard sign sale is too much for me. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nOne week ago, I found myself turning my bicycle around the moment I spotted the yard sale sign.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Oh,” I said to myself, “I’ll just browse.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe ceramic frog sitting in my front garden is evidence that I did not just browse. How could I say no to a $5 item? And it did not matter that I was without cash on me because my girlfriend Chris was right there willing to loan me the $5. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nKarma. I was destined to own that frog. Even my spouse was seduced recently when he spotted a yard sale sign that said “All tools must go.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSo, despite the migrating birds, Passover and Easter, the true universal sign of spring is here. Grab some cash, take your car, and get out there. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut be careful when driving around neighborhoods. There are cars making sudden U-turns and stopping abruptly, and after all, that car may be yours.', 'Yard sales are a sign that spring has sprung', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'yard-sales-are-a-sign-that-spring-has-sprung', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:40:43', '2017-04-14 14:40:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31989', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31992, 4, '2017-04-13 10:40:56', '2017-04-13 14:40:56', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Rebekah Wolfram and Tom Lancaster seem to be enjoying their shrimp-n-grits during the Bridges Block Party Shrimp and Grits Cook-off last Saturday on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nThe Fourth Annual Bridges Block Party Shrimp and Grits Cook-off was held under perfect skies on April 8 in downtown Port Royal. Thousands of people came out to taste the Southern delicacy, listen to live music and support the family-oriented fundraising event for Bridges Prep School.', 'Shrimp-n-Grits Goodness', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'shrimp-n-grits-goodness', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:42:08', '2017-04-14 14:42:08', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31992', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(31995, 4, '2017-04-13 10:42:22', '2017-04-13 14:42:22', '<b>Alcohol, drug abuse&nbsp;</b><b>program is accredited</b>\r\n\r\nCARF International announced that the Beaufort County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Department has been accredited for a period of three years for its Outpatient Treatment: Alcohol and Other Drugs/Addictions (Adults); Outpatient Treatment: Alcohol and Other Drugs/Additions (Children and Adolescents); Prevention: Alcohol and Other Drugs/Addictions (Adults; Prevention: Alcohol and Other Drugs/Addictions (Children and Adolescents) programs.\r\n\r\nThe latest accreditation is the seventh consecutive Three-Year Accreditation that the international accrediting body, CARF, has given to the Beaufort County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Department.\r\n\r\n“Meeting the benchmarks and standards for this accreditation is a comprehensive process,” said Bud Boyne, Beaufort County Alcohol and Drug Abuse director. “This accomplishment is a true reflection of our team’s dedication and commitment to offering quality services to our residents.”\r\n\r\nThis accreditation decision represents the highest level of accreditation that can be given to an organization and shows the organization’s substantial conformance to the CARF standards. An organization receiving a Three-Year Accreditation has put itself through a rigorous peer review process. It has demonstrated to a team of surveyors during an on-site visit its commitment to offering programs and services that are measurable, accountable, and of the highest quality.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBCADAD is a component of Beaufort County Government with offices in Beaufort and Bluffton. It has been providing services to help individuals and families troubled by alcohol, tobacco or other drug related problems in Beaufort County since 1974.\r\n\r\nCARF is an independent, nonprofit accrediting body whose mission is to promote the quality, value, and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process and continuous improvement services that center on enhancing the lives of the persons served.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.carf.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Dataw members battle it out for cancer fundraisers</b>\r\n\r\nThrough a series of recent events, Dataw Island Club members are battling it out on the golf course, tennis courts, croquet lawn and even through a battle of the bands in an effort to fight an even bigger battle, the “Battle for Life.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe 15th annual Battle for Life cancer fundraiser is a volunteer-driven event that has become an institution on the island. Since 2002, about 300 Dataw members each year have been dedicated to supporting the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation to benefit the Keyserling Cancer Center, a cancer treatment facility Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe center reports that without donations like the ones from Dataw, the&nbsp; Cancer Center would not have been possible.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Nearly 10 percent of all contribution received by the BMH Foundation over the past 30 years have come from the Dataw community” reads the 2014-2015 BMH Keyserling Foundation report “Giving Well; Recognizing Our Supporters.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe events comprise a golf tournament with a raffle; a tennis tournament; and even a croquet tournament.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Dataw is a giving, active community that is always ready to help,” said Bruce Stevenson, Croquet Club of Dataw Island president.&nbsp; “Beaufort Memorial Hospital and Keyserling are favorite benefits that we have fun supporting. Helping enterprises that help others is what it is all about.\"\r\n\r\nThis year, a new addition to the series is a Battle of the Bands, in which four local bands performed and members “voted” for their favorite band by stuffing their donation jars. The band with the most money at the end of the evening won big – not only earning bragging rights and half of their “take,” but they also won knowing that they were able to raise the most money for the Battle for Life, as the other half of the funds will be donated to the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation along with the rest of the event donations. Battle of the Bands competitors included The Debbie McDaniel Band, the Sometimes Later Band, The Rose Family Band and 503, a group of high school seniors who walked away the winners.\r\n\r\nDonations to Beaufort Memorial can also be made online by visiting&nbsp; bmhsc.org/bmh-foundation/give-online.\r\n\r\nVisit www.dataw.com.\r\n\r\n<b>New assisted living&nbsp;</b><b>facility to open in May</b>\r\n\r\nA new independent and assisted living facility will open in Ridgeland in May.\r\n\r\nCanterfield of Bluffton, owned and developed by Atlanta-based Medical Development Corp., will be located at 567 N. Okatie Highway. Construction of the luxury assisted living project, situated on 7.25 acres, has been underway since the middle of 2016. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe three-story assisted living building will include 91 assisted living apartments along with 22 secure memory care units. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nCanterfield of Bluffton belongs to the Canterfield Senior Living Communities signature brand that is establishing its footprint throughout the southeast region of the United States. In addition to the assisted living building, the Canterfield of Bluffton campus will feature nine independent living villas, to be built as three triplex units. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll Canterfield Senior Living Communities offer social model assisted living, which utilizes the \"neighborhood\" concept to accommodate various stages of acuity. Neighborhoods are designed to allow residents as much independence as possible, with numerous onsite amenities and programs to promote social interaction. For those who need more care, there is a higher acuity neighborhood that contains a larger ratio of nursing aides to residents.&nbsp; The specialized memory care neighborhood features a secure environment with its own private garden and dedicated activities.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.canterfieldofbluffton.com or call 843-783-3599.', 'Health briefs for April 13th-19th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'health-briefs-for-april-13th-19th', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:44:07', '2017-04-14 14:44:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31995', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31997, 4, '2017-04-13 10:44:29', '2017-04-13 14:44:29', '<h3>By Bill Rauch</h3>\r\nIt is always a pleasure to hear from readers, especially when they get what you’re writing about and add to it a new dimension.\r\n\r\nThat happened last week.\r\n\r\nAfter reading my recent column about the proposed Jasper County wind farm and its possible effects upon upcoming economic development efforts in Beaufort County a reader sent me the Palmetto Promise Institute’s April 2017 South Carolina Enterprise-friendly Cities Report, a first-of-its-kind analysis that ranks the state’s 50 most populous municipalities from the point of view of their attractiveness as a place to start or relocate a business.\r\n\r\nThe report is an eye-opener.\r\n\r\nIt finds Bluffton to be the state’s most enterprise-friendly city. Hilton Head is No. 7, right between Greenville and Spartanburg, and Port Royal comes in a respectable 14th behind Lexington. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhere’s Beaufort? Way back in the pack at No. 33.\r\n\r\nYes, Southern Living named Beaufort “The South’s Best Small Town for 2017.” Their reasoning was full of squish like “enchantment” and “intoxicating” and “can’t turn a corner without swooning.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMoreover, the great contemporary Southern writer, Cassandra King, who wrote the Southern Living piece reminds her readers that love, home and family — all abundant in Beaufort — are what matter most.\r\n\r\nThe Palmetto Promise Institute is not convinced. These guys are all business. They looked at the numbers. And one in particular is not at all enchanting.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOf South Carolina’s 50 most populous cities, according to the report, Beaufort ranks third in “per-capita violent crime.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf 100 is a perfect score, Beaufort got a dismal 9.51 in this category and that way-worse-than-failing grade dragged Beaufort’s “Community Allure” and overall scores way down.\r\n\r\nIn all the areas Beaufort was graded as a business-friendly town, “per-capita violent crime” was by far its worst.\r\n\r\nRegular readers of this column will recognize this issue. Beaufort now has the same number of sworn police officers it had in 2007, but they are being asked to respond to three times the dispatch call volume they were a decade ago.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThat means the officers on duty have no time to engage in what policing experts call “community policing,” which is when police officers get out of their cruisers and proactively talk to people and get to know who’s who and what’s up. In fact, the Beaufort PD now isn’t even getting to some of their dispatch calls, police brass who are familiar with the particulars say. They are instead calling on Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office deputies to cover for them, especially on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\nBeaufort was the drug-dealing capital of Beaufort County in the mid-1990’s when Mayor David Taub and City Manager Gary Cannon insisted that enough officers be hired so that a community policing program could be instituted under Chief Bill Neill. Over the next few years the drug-dealers — and the violent crime that follows them — were run out of Beaufort. But in the past half dozen years, however, both have returned.\r\n\r\nSouthern Living may not know that yet, but the bean counters at The Palmetto Promise Institute do.\r\n\r\nIf, as the City Council says, making the city attractive to new businesses is high on its priorities list, then it’s time to stop spending the city’s tax dollars on real estate and new programs, and time instead to start hiring police officers.\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.</i>', 'Business watchdog faults Beaufort on crime', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'business-watchdog-faults-beaufort-on-crime', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:45:07', '2017-04-14 14:45:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=31997', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(31999, 4, '2017-04-13 10:48:11', '2017-04-13 14:48:11', '<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>GOLF</b></span></p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32001\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2380\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/first-tee.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32001\"><img class=\"wp-image-32001 size-full\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/first-tee.jpg\" alt=\"WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - FEB:  during a shoot for The First Tee Success Stories with Sergio Garcia at The First Tee of the Palm Beaches held on February 23, 2015 in West Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Robert Duyos/US PGA TOUR)\" width=\"2380\" height=\"3575\"></a> First Tee of the Lowcountry has plans to expand into Beaufort and on Parris Island.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<b>First Tee of Lowcountry&nbsp;</b><b>to hold grand opening</b>\r\n\r\nAvid golfers will tell you, there’s no finer place than a golf course for kids to gain life skills and the leadership abilities they’ll need to make their mark on the world.\r\n\r\nKnowing this, and knowing the challenges involved with creating affordable community-based junior golf programs, The PGA Tour of America helped created The First Tee in 1997.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBlending instruction on the game’s fundamentals with an eye on showing young players who those fundamentals apply to their lives, The First Tee spread quickly.\r\n\r\nAt last, this invaluable program which has touched so many young lives, has reached the Lowcountry. Operating out of the Joseph B. Fraser Golf Learning Center at 151 Gumtree Road next to the Boys &amp; Girls Club, The First Tee of The Lowcountry is taking the successful blueprint of The First Tee and applying it on Hilton Head Island and beyond, with classes in Bluffton, Ridgeland and Parris Island.\r\n\r\nOn area golf courses, local youth will learn how the skills learned on the course apply to their everyday lives through nine core values: honesty, integrity, sportsmanship, respect, confidence, responsibility, perseverance, courtesy, and judgment. Instruction goes beyond 18 holes, with the program keeping one eye on the greens and one eye on the student’s future.\r\n\r\n“It’s really about giving these kids the tools they need to develop their own leadership skills,” said The First Tee of The Lowcountry Executive Director Brady Boyd. “We’ve seen what tremendous value this program brings to other areas, and we’re very excited to replicate this model here.\r\n\r\nThe First Tee of the Lowcountry will host a Community Grand Opening from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, April 23, at its new facility.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe entire Lowcountry is invited to enjoy the facility built by the community, for the community, with disc golf demos, fishing, golf demos and music by Cranford Hollow. Food and beverage will be available for purchase from Local Pie.\r\n\r\nVisit www.thefirstteelowcountry.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Bill Verity tourney&nbsp;</b><b>to be held May 8</b>\r\n\r\nThe 9th annual Bill Verity Cup, a charity golf tournament to be contested on Monday, May 8, will be held at the Sanctuary Golf Club on Cat Island. All proceeds will benefit Boys &amp; Girls Club programs in the Beaufort area.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSupporters and golfers are invited to participate in this year’s competition. The charity tournament begins at 11:30 a.m. with registration, practice and lunch followed by a shot gun start at 1 p.m.\r\n\r\nAn awards reception will be held at 5 p.m.\r\n\r\nParticipant donations are $150 per golfer or $600 per team of four. Participant donations include access to the practice range, lunch&nbsp; provided by Boys &amp; Girls Club sponsor Chick-fil-A, complimentary beverages, greens fee, golf cart, gifts, reception and awards.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information or to register, contact Anne Littlejohn 843-379-5430 or Alittlejohn@bgclowcountry.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Hilton Head tops Beaufort </b><b>High, Elbert County</b>\r\n\r\nTwo in-state boys\' high school golf teams and a squad from neighboring Georgia met for a three-team match at an area course last week. Hilton Head Island beat Beaufort High and Elbert County (Ga.) in a boys\' high school golf match at Dataw Island on April 4.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Seahawks turned in a 150 to win the three-time match. Finishing second behind Hilton Head Island, the Eagles turned in a 154.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High standout Matthew Campbell emerged as the medalist, turning in a 1-under 35 to win the event.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJohn DiGenova led Hilton Head Island to the victory. DiGenova shot an even-par 36 to lead the way for the Seahawks.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition to DiGenova, Brooks Dyess, Travis Mitchell and Charlie Farrell delivered 38s for the Hilton Head Island boys\' golf team in the winning effort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTommy Holloway ranked as Beaufort High\'s second-leading golfer, finishing with a 38. The Eagles\' other golfers finished over 40 for the three-team event. &nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>FISHING</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Fishing club to&nbsp;</b><b>meet on April 13</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club\'s April meeting will be held Thursday, April 13, at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club located on Lady\'s Island off of Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nCapt. Chip Michalove from Outcast Sport Fishing, will be the presenter. His successes have been published in several local papers. He will discuss catching and tagging small and large sharks in the coastal area and what has been discovered through tagging and science.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis will include the various species of sharks he encounters on a daily basis from the dangerous tiger shark to the mysterious and legendary great white.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGuests are welcomed and you do not need a reservation. For additional information, contact Capt. Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.\r\n\r\n<b>Fly fishers to&nbsp;</b><b>meet on May 10</b>\r\n\r\nThe Sea Island Fly Fishers meeting speaker on Wednesday, May 10, will be Michigan guide Kevin Morlock.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMorlock guides for steelhead, carp and smallmouth. He will be speaking on the world famous carp fishing on the fly on Beaver Island, Mich. He says “carp on the fly has quickly become popular worldwide and Lake Michigan’s crystal clear flats around Beaver Island are especially good. Many have judged them the best in the world.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe club meets at 825 Bay St. inf Beaufort. There will be a social hour at 6 p.m. and the program will be at 7 p.m. The event is free to the public and refreshments are available. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit seaislandflyfishers.com.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>RUNNING</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Holy Trinity athletes&nbsp;</b><b>set three school records&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nHoly Trinity Classical Christian School athletes set three new school track records recently when the school conducted its 5th Annual Fun Run at the Beaufort Middle School. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nMore than 150 Holy Trinity students registered to participate in this annual event.\r\n\r\nParker Smith, a ninth grader, set a new school record by completing a mile in 5 minutes and 42 seconds. Fourth-grader Carson Hurst set a new record for the half-mile, clocking 3 minutes and 7 seconds, and first-grader Leah Ashmore set a new record for completing a quarter-mile in 1 minute and 39 seconds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The Holy Trinity Classical Christian School Annual Fun Run commenced the first year the school opened to encourage students to compete for the mile run as part of the Presidential Physical Fitness Test, and it has been a tradition ever since,” says Amy Patrick, the school’s athletic director. “I love watching families experience joy in the fact that their children are actually delighting in running the mile!”\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL&nbsp;</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Eagles suffer 10-run&nbsp;</b><b>loss to Cane Bay</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High plated three runs in the first inning in a mid-season high school softball game on April 7 but couldn\'t maintain a lead over Cane Bay. Productive Cane Bay plated nine runs over the next three innings to defeat the Eagles 13-3.\r\n\r\nEmily Cook drove in two of the Beaufort High softball team\'s three runs in the 10-run loss.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMary Claire Sumner delivered three hits for the Eagles in the setback. Sumner is one of the area\'s most experienced high school softball players.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSavannah Mullen, Bricen Riley and Lillian Sumner added one hit apiece for Beaufort High in the setback\r\n\r\nSumner suffered the loss. The Beaufort High pitcher recorded two strikeouts for the Eagles in the losing effort.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Whale Branch&nbsp;</b><b>comes up short</b>\r\n\r\nWhale Branch fell behind early and couldn\'t recover in a high school baseball game versus Academic Magnet last week. Academic Magnet held off a late rally to defeat the Warriors 8-6 in a high school baseball game on April 4.\r\n\r\nWhale Branch had a rally fall short in the seventh inning. The Warriors weren\'t without their share of highlights in the prep softball matchup. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nJaren Cantorn provided three hits and scored two runs for Whale Branch in the setback.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAcademic Magnet led 8-2 before Whale Branch battled back. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Warriors plated four runs in the seventh inning. Cantorn (RBI single) and Marquell Moultrie were both pivotal for Whale Branch in the late rally.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>BOYS\' HIGH&nbsp;</b><b>SCHOOL&nbsp;TENNIS</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort High blanks&nbsp;</b><b>Berkeley, 6-0</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High blanked longtime rival Berkeley 6-0 in a boys\' high school tennis match on April 6.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMerritt Patterson and Chris Hoogenboom turned in dominating performances in singles matches, winning 6-0, 6-0.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High doubles team of Ben Straut and Brian Rhatigan also won 6-0, 6-0.\r\n\r\nIn other singles matches for Beaufort High, Mitchell Russel won 6-2, 6-3; Griffin Stone prevailed 6-1, 6-0 and Jaco Neimond finished out in front 7-5, 6-2.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High boys\' tennis team has excelled throughout the 2017 season. 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(32003, 4, '2017-04-13 10:52:35', '2017-04-13 14:52:35', '[caption id=\"attachment_32004\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"499\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Untitled1.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32004\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32004\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Untitled1.png\" alt=\"Peggy Hubright, Janet Gregory, Sue Satterfield at Thumbs Up Port Royal.\" width=\"499\" height=\"373\"></a> Peggy Hubright, Janet Gregory, Sue Satterfield at Thumbs Up Port Royal.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Lowcountry Alumnae Club of Pi Beta Phi distributed 765 new books at four events to promote literacy in the Lowcountry for its Fraternity Day of Service.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDuring the month of March, the group organized events to celebrate the 150th birthday of Pi Beta Phi and the birthday of Dr. Seuss. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey read the Dr. Seuss book “Happy Birthday to You”; celebrated with cupcakes, colored goldfish crackers and juice; donated books to their classroom libraries; and gave all the students their own book to take home to read with their families.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Pi Beta Phi Foundation was able to secure a book for every student at St. Helena Elementary School for this special year. Additional events were held YMCA, and the after-school programs, Thumbs Up Beaufort and Thumbs Up Port Royal.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey again presented the CAR – Champions Are Readers – program with the pre-kindergarten classes at the YMCA. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nPi Beta Phi has been dedicated to making an impact on literacy for over 100 years and the Lowcountry Alumnae Club has been involved with these programs since they were organized in 2006. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey believe that access to new, age appropriate books will help change these children’s lives.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPi Beta Phi is helping put books into the hands of children in partnership with First Book, a nonprofit providing new books to its national network of schools and programs. Over the past several years, Pi Beta Phi has donated $1 million to literacy causes and given one million books to children in need.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe goal is to impact one million lives through its philanthropy Read &gt; Lead &gt; Achieve by the time Pi Beta Phi celebrates its 150th anniversary this summer.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women was founded in 1867 at Monmouth College in Illinois. Pi Beta Phi has installed 204 collegiate chapters including active chapters at Clemson and the University of South Carolina and nearly 300 alumnae clubs worldwide.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit www.pibetaphi.org.', 'Women’s group donates 765 new books to local children', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'womens-group-donates-765-new-books-to-local-children', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:54:03', '2017-04-14 14:54:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32003', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32006, 4, '2017-04-13 10:52:47', '2017-04-13 14:52:47', '<h3>By Jay Bender&nbsp;</h3>\r\nWhere does your tax money go?&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn most instances it supports direct government activities such as schools, police, housing, public health and the like. But in many instances your tax money is transferred to nonprofit corporations that have convinced government leaders that they perform a service worthy of public support. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nMuseums, festivals, parks and tourism promoters are common nonprofit recipients of public funds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere is a bill, H.3931, pending in the SC House of Representatives, that would exempt nonprofit organizations getting public funds from the Freedom of Information Act.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe bill is being promoted as a way to make nonprofits accountable to the governments that provide funding by requiring filing of general statements about how your money is being spent.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf you believe that nonsense, I have some beachfront property in Walhalla for sale. In too many instances, those doling out your money are benefiting from the use of those funds to hire their relatives or worse. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf this bill passes, we will never know.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSome legislators have been told nonprofits are not subject to the Freedom of Information Act, and this bill will add \"transparency.\"&nbsp; Nonprofits receiving or spending your money are already subject to the open government law, and you are entitled to see their records. All you have to do is ask.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn 1974 the General Assembly enacted the Freedom of Information Act, based on a finding that it was vital in a democratic society that public business be conducted in an open and public manner.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Supreme Court of South Carolina has repeatedly ruled that this law exists to prevent secret government activity.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOne mechanism used to hide government activity has been through the use of nonprofit corporations.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe University of South Carolina for years hid a presidential slush fund behind a nonprofit foundation. When the public and press demanded an accounting of the foundation\'s activities through Freedom of Information Act requests, the foundation refused to provide access, saying the law did not apply to it because it was a nonprofit corporation.\r\n\r\nThe S.C. Supreme Court said otherwise. The court looked to the definition in the law of those organizations to which the law applied. These organizations are identified in the law as \"public bodies.\" &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIf an entity is a public body it is required to disclose certain records and conduct its meetings in a prescribed manner.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA \"public body\" includes \"any organization, corporation, or agency supported in whole or in part by public funds or expending public funds.\" &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe USC Foundation met this definition, and, as a consequence, was required to account for how it spent its money. When exposed to public scrutiny many of the expenditures, such as gifts to elected officials and lavish speaking fees, were questioned and protested.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIs there value in knowing how a nonprofit organization that gets tax money spends that money? Most of us think so. If you know where the money is going, you have grounds to tell your representatives in government that you approve or disapprove of the way your money is being spent.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWe should be past the point where we will accept an assurance such as, \"Trust me. Great things are being done with your money.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere is too much evidence to the contrary that trust is not enough. In Richland County alone we\'ve had a recreation commission paying inflated salaries to relatives who probably shouldn\'t have been on the payroll in the first place. We\'ve had the records of a high school booster club requested by the Attorney General who is investigating charges that much of the money is not accounted for.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTwo festival organizers are being questioned about what they have done with the public money they have received to conduct festivals that seem not to have happened.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI suspect certain nonprofit organizations across the state would be exposed to scorn or prosecution if their activities were subjected to public scrutiny. There are allegations in several parts of the state that tax money is being laundered by nonprofit corporations to fund political contributions.&nbsp; The only thing transparent about H.3931 is the desire of organizations supported by or spending your money to do it in secret. This bill should be defeated. If not, your tax dollars will go down a rabbit hole never to be heard from again. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTell your House member you want true accountability and defeat the bill.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<i>Jay Bender is a retired media law professor and an attorney for the S.C. Press Association.</i>', 'Nonprofits should be open to scrutiny', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'nonprofits-should-be-open-to-scrutiny', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:53:37', '2017-04-14 14:53:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32006', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(32009, 4, '2017-04-13 10:53:57', '2017-04-13 14:53:57', '<b>Various city offices&nbsp;</b><b>to offer walk-in help</b>\r\n\r\nThe city of Beaufort Planning, Building Codes and Business License offices will be open to walk-in customers from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, May 1.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nStaff will continue to be available by phone and e-mail until 5 p.m.\r\n\r\n<b>Boundary boardwalks&nbsp;</b><b>get new cable railing&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nOpening up the view across Battery Creek’s marshes on Boundary Street, crews are putting up a steel cable safety railing after removing the wooden slats originally installed.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Boundary Street construction project remains on budget and on schedule. Changing the safety railing to steel cables is costing about $144,000, but that funding was built into the project’s contingency budget.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA benefit of the steel cable is that it will last longer than the wood slats and won’t require as much maintenance, said Neal Pugliese, senior project manager for the city of Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Our goal is to improve safety for everyone on and along Boundary Street, and also to improve the aesthetics so people can better appreciate the entrance to our historic city,” he said.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Taking down the wooden siding was the right thing to do, and on the upside, not only will the new steel cabling let people enjoy the marsh views, but it will last longer than wood.” &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe cable project includes retrofitting one section that had wooden slats already installed, and adding cabling to two other boardwalk sections that are still underway.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe $33-million Boundary Street project started in January 2016 and is expected to be completed in early 2018. Work currently is concentrated on a utility bank on the north side of the street near Kmart and Sea Eagle. When the duct bank is completed, overhead power and communications lines will be taken off the aerial poles and placed underground.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn related work, demolition of three structures on the south side of Boundary is expected in coming months. The former Huddle House, former Sea Eagle seafood market and an abandoned fire shed all are slated for removal, further improving the views near the historic Battery Saxton site beside Wendy’s restaurant.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Libraries to close for&nbsp;</b><b>staff development day</b>\r\n\r\nAll branches and departments of the Beaufort County Library system will be closed Wednesday, April 19, for Staff Development Day.\r\n\r\nThe system will reopen with normal operating hours on Thursday, April 20.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort County to&nbsp;</b><b>hold cleanup event</b>\r\n\r\nResidents are invited to show their love and appreciation for the beaches, roads and waterways of Beaufort County, by participating in the 2017 Beaufort County Cleanup event.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn celebration of Earth Day, Beaufort County is holding a county-wide cleanup event all day Saturday, April 22.\r\n\r\nIndividuals, families, businesses, civic groups and others can participate in the cleanup day and improve the local ecosystem by picking up litter throughout Beaufort County.\r\n\r\n“This is an opportunity for us to unite together in a collaborative effort to enhance and preserve the beauty of our County,” said Caroline Jordan, Beaufort County Solid Waste and Recycle volunteer coordinator. “The benefits are two-fold. We’re addressing concerns about litter and celebrating the beauty of our county.”\r\n\r\nVolunteers are encouraged to dress to work outdoors, wear hats and gloves and use bug spray and sunscreen. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGroups of two or more individuals can register online at www.bcgov.net/cleanupday. Once registered, groups can pick up supplies and information at Beaufort County Public Works at 120 Shanklin Road, Beaufort.\r\n\r\nGroups are asked to pick up litter for a minimum of two hours. At the conclusion of the day, each group is asked to report details of their pickup efforts, including number of bags filled, hours worked, and number of volunteers, by emailing cjordan@bcgov.net. All bags should be disposed of by each group.\r\n\r\nFor more information contact Caroline Jordan at cjordan@bcgov.net or 843-255-2734. Visit www.bcgov.net/cleanupday to register.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Gullah/Geechee center&nbsp;</b><b>celebrates grand opening</b>\r\n\r\nA Gullah/Geechee Visitor’s Center has opened at 1908 Boundary Street in the city of Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe new space will offer visitors to the area seeking information on Gullah/Geechee businesses, events, history and culture.\r\n\r\nCall 843-535-9006 or email GullGeeCo@aol.com. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>DNR: Residents warned not to adopt fawns</b>\r\n\r\nIf a deer fawn is found alone in the woods, leave it there, advises a state wildlife biologist. Its mother has not abandoned it; she is probably nearby.\r\n\r\nRemoving a fawn from the forest is also illegal because the animal is being taken outside the legal season for taking deer, which is the hunting season.\r\n\r\n\"Many people who come upon a solitary spotted fawn in the woods or along a roadway mistakenly assume the animal has been deserted by its mother and want to take the apparently helpless creature home to care for it,\" Charles Ruth, Big Game Program coordinator for the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), said. \"Young fawns like this have not been abandoned but are still in the care of a doe.\"\r\n\r\nThe apparently \"helpless\" deer fawns born during April, May and June in South Carolina will begin daily movements with their mothers in about three or four weeks. Human handling and disturbance of fawns can cause a doe to shy away or even desert her offspring. Also, a bleating response by the fawn can summon nearby predators.\r\n\r\n\"It’s part of nature’s plan for a doe deer to leave her fawn or fawns alone for their first few weeks of life,\" Ruth said. \"The reason for this unusual maternal action is that the fawn at this age is better protected away from the doe. The presence of the doe nearby would attract predators because the doe lacks the protective coloration of the fawn, and the older and larger doe has a much stronger odor.\"\r\n\r\n\"Each spring and summer the SCDNR gets many calls from people who have discovered these ‘lost’ deer,\" Ruth said. \"Young fawns are without a doubt cute and cuddly, but if taken into captivity they grow into semi-tame adult deer that can become quite dangerous.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAdult buck deer, no matter how they were raised, are especially dangerous during the breeding season. Even does raised by humans are unpredictable.\r\n\r\n<b>Treasurer mails unclaimed </b><b>property notices</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Treasurer has announced the start of an Unclaimed Property program. The purpose of the program is to create awareness and return to citizens and taxpayers unclaimed funds currently being held by the Treasurer’s Office.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe mailing of unclaimed property notices marks the beginning of this program, which were mailed on April 3.\r\n\r\n“There are many types of unclaimed property, but the most common for the Treasurer’s Office is undeposited checks,” said Maria Walls, Beaufort County treasurer. “It’s the taxpayers’ money and we are going to do everything we can to get it back into the hands of the people who earned it.”\r\n\r\nAfter Monday, April 17, any unclaimed property will be remitted to the State Treasurer’s Office and taxpayers may search for and claim their funds through the State Treasurer’s Office.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEach year, millions of dollars are transferred to the State Treasurer’s Office by organizations that cannot locate the intended recipient.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nVisit treasurer.sc.gov/unclaimed-property.\r\n\r\n<b>Join foundation,&nbsp;</b><b>get free trees</b>\r\n\r\nNational Arbor Day is Friday, April 28, and the Arbor Day Foundation is offering 10 free shade trees to new members.\r\n\r\nBy joining the foundation in April, new members receive the following trees: red oak, sugar maple, weeping willow, baldcypress, thornless honeylocust, pin oak, river birch, tulip tree, silver maple and red maple.\r\n\r\nThe free trees are part of the foundation’s Trees for America campaign.\r\n\r\n“These trees provide shade in the summer and vibrant colors throughout the fall,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Through the simple act of planting trees, one person can make a difference in helping to create a healthier and more beautiful planet for all of us to enjoy.”\r\n\r\nThe trees will be shipped postpaid with enclosed planting instructions at the right time for planting in April or May. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge.\r\n\r\nTo become a member of the Foundation and receive the free trees, send a $10 contribution to TEN FREE SHADE TREES, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by Sunday April 30, or visit arborday.org/april.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Boating club offers&nbsp;</b><b>safety tips, help</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Sail &amp; Power Squadron (the local chapter of the United States Power Squadrons) is offering free Vessel Safety Checks (VSC) for recreational boats under 65 feet. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIncluded are powerboats, sailboats, personal watercraft, kayaks, canoes, jon boats, and paddleboards. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nEndorsed by the United States Coast Guard and state boating authorities, this service is free to the public. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nVessels that pass the Vessel Safety Check will receive a decal to display prominently on their vessel. This will help water enforcement officials know you have proper equipment onboard. Any vessel not passing the check, will know which items need attention. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nContact Tom Hurley at 843-838-1432 or email tchurley@islc.net.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort County Republican Party to hold 2017 County Convention</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Republican Party will hold its 2017 County Convention from 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Sun City Pavilion.\r\n\r\nRegistration will start at 8:30 a.m.\r\n\r\nBusiness will include the election of County Republican officers and the selection of delegates and alternatives to the Republican Party State Convention.\r\n\r\nThe keynote speaker will be SC Lt. Gov. Kevin Bryant.\r\n\r\nVisit www.BeaufortGOP.com.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Hurricane assistance&nbsp;</b><b>tops $269 million&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nSix months after Hurricane Matthew struck South Carolina’s coast, disaster survivors and communities in the Palmetto State have received more than $269 million in grants from FEMA, settlements from FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program and low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration.\r\n\r\nMore than 11,000 applications from homeowners and renters have been approved in the 24 disaster-designated counties since the presidential disaster declaration on Oct. 11, 2016.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNearly $32 million in Individual Assistance grants provided temporary housing assistance and critical disaster-related home repairs. Another $6.9 million helped survivors repair or replace essential personal property damaged during Matthew as well as storm-related medical and dental expenses.\r\n\r\nBusinesses, homeowners and renters received more than $57 million in low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration to repair, rebuild and replace damaged property and contents. Disaster loans cover losses not fully compensated by insurance or other sources.\r\n\r\nPolicyholders received more than $146.6 million in insurance settlements from FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program, to repair and rebuild flood-damaged property.\r\n\r\nFor more information about the disaster recovery operation, visit fema.gov/disaster/4286.\r\n\r\n<b>Good Friday closings</b>\r\n\r\nApril 14 is Good Friday, is not a national holiday, so federal, state and local offices will be open.\r\n\r\n<b>Jennings Road sidewalks&nbsp;</b><b>temporarily closed</b>\r\n\r\nPortions of the sidewalks along Jennings Road is closed for repairs, which should reopen on Thursday, April 13.\r\n\r\nThe affected area is about 680 feet of sidewalks on Jennings Road between the Battery Creek High School campus entrance and Broad River Boulevard. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSigns will be placed indicating the temporary sidewalk closing and notifying the public of the hazard. Drivers are encouraged to use extra caution when approaching work zones.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Hilton Head Island Airport&nbsp;</b><b>earns international award</b>\r\n\r\nHilton Head Island Airport earned its seventh consecutive Airport News and Training Network (ANTN) Digicast Excellence in Airport Training Award, presented&nbsp; by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAEE).\r\n\r\nThe award signifies that employees at the Hilton Head Island Airport have completed a specified amount of federally mandated, airport-specific training using ANTN Digicast’s web-based training system.\r\n\r\n“Receiving this recognition from AAAE is an honor that signifies our commitment to safety, which is our top priority,” said Beaufort County Airports Director Jon Rembold. “One of our top focus areas is improving the passenger experience, which is accomplished by building a team that is adequately trained in airport operations, aircraft rescue, security and high-quality service.”\r\n\r\nHilton Head Island Airport is a component of Beaufort County Government and is governed by the Beaufort County Airports Board.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Broad River Road&nbsp;</b><b>undergoing paving work</b>\r\n\r\nThe Lane Construction Corporation will conduct asphalt paving operations on Broad River Road between Parris Island Gateway to Robert Smalls Road through Friday, April 14.\r\n\r\nPlease be advised that this work could be intermitting during these times due to unfavorable weather conditions and unforeseen mechanical failures. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will be lane closures, but traffic will be maintained through the use of traffic control devices. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nMotorists are asked to use caution when driving through the work zone. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Sanford staff to&nbsp;</b><b>hold office hours</b>\r\n\r\nU.S. Rep. Mark Sanford’s district staff will be conducting April satellite office hours at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at St. Helena Branch Library at 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road.\r\n\r\nSatellite office hours are conducted around the district by the representative’s staff in order to be as accessible as possible to constituents who require assistance with federal agencies, including Medicare, Veterans Affairs, Social Security, the Internal Revenue Service or even help processing a passport. Additionally, anyone wishing to express an opinion or ask a question is welcome to stop by.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Tea Party </b><b>to meet on April 17</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Tea Party will meet on Monday, April 17, at Fuji\'s Restaurant at 97 Sea Island Parkway on Lady\'s Island across from the Shell Station in the Hamilton Village.\r\n\r\nGuest speakers will include Ben Ludwig of Concerned Veterans For America and Americans For Prosperity and Jonathan Hanen, of the&nbsp; Federation for American Immigration Reform (FairUS.org).\r\n\r\nAccording to a release from the Beaufort Tea Party, “The Beaufort Tea Party is not an arm of the Republican Party. However, we can exert our influence within the Republican Party by becoming active in it and retaining our autonomy as a Tea Party.”\r\n\r\nOn a separate note, the organization is looking to fill the positions of precinct president and executive chairperson.\r\n\r\nFor more information, email BeaufortTEAParty@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>CORRECTION</b>\r\n\r\nA headline on page A1 on March 31 incorrectly stated that Geismar was the first manufacturer in the city of Beaufort. Some of those past manufacturers were located at National Water Life on Parker Drive and Beaufort Industrial Park. Among others, there was Parker White on Parker Drive; Minster Machine Automation; Two Stroke International; and Parker Racor.', 'News briefs for April 13th-19th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'news-briefs-for-april-13th-19th', '', '', '2017-04-14 10:56:02', '2017-04-14 14:56:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32009', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32015, 4, '2017-04-13 10:56:56', '2017-04-13 14:56:56', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;The 2017 Trivia Night Winning Team was the Tidal Creek Turtles.</em>\r\n\r\nMore than 250 people attended the second annual William Trask and Holly Konoza Trivia Night fundraiser recently in support of Beaufort Young Life, an organization that serves hundreds of area teens.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event honored Beaufortonians Holly Konoza and William Trask, founders of Beaufort Young Life in 2005.\r\n\r\nThis year’s event was the most successful ever, raising funds through ticket sales, sponsorships and a silent auction, according to a release.\r\n\r\nAccording to Area Director Alex Holroyde, “Trivia Night is a unique fundraiser in Beaufort. It involves mind-stimulating questions, being adventurous by dressing up in fun costumes, and of course lots of laughter.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTrivia Night featured 25 themed teams, who enjoyed some friendly, yet intense competition amongst their friends and neighbors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;“In a way, this event showcases what Young Life is about,” said Holroyde. “We invite teenagers in through adventure, laughter and relationships.”\r\n\r\nWhile each rounds\' points were tallied, competitors strolled the 90-item silent auction and enjoyed donated cuisine.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe silent auction included tickets to Disney and other family events, vacation homes, gift certificates to area restaurants and businesses, etc. Jewelry, fitness training, dock parties, golf foursomes, home decor items, etc., were among the many items donated.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCorporate sponsors included: Moe’s, Beaufort ENT, Carolina Sportscare, Durham Dental, Chick-fil-A, Southern Tree Service, Palmetto Pulmonary Medicine PA, Southern Palmetto Landscaping, Clark Troutman Group Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Keith’s Plumbing, and Aesthetic Dentistry.&nbsp; Additional sponsors were Palms on Parkway, Modern Jewelers, Coastal Pride Seafood, Carpet One, Southern Carpet Wholesale, Fat Patties and Bay Street Outfitters.\r\n\r\nYoung Life reaches teens in Beaufort every week through three missions - Wyldlife for middle school, Young Life for high school, and Young Lives for teen moms and their babies. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo learn more, contact Alex and Ali Holroyde at 843-321-8441 or visit www.beaufort.younglife.org.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32018\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1628\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Trivia-TraskFamilyandFriends.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32018\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32018\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Trivia-TraskFamilyandFriends.jpg\" alt=\"The William Trask Family Team and Friends is shown here.\" width=\"1628\" height=\"1221\"></a> The William Trask Family Team and Friends is shown here.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32017\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"816\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Trivia-MoesSponsorTeam.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32017\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32017\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Trivia-MoesSponsorTeam.jpg\" alt=\"Here is the team from Moe\'s, the Trivia Night Platinum Sponsor.\" width=\"816\" height=\"612\"></a> Here is the team from Moe\'s, the Trivia Night Platinum Sponsor.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32016\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"4000\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Trivia-KonozaTennisTeam.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32016\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32016\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Trivia-KonozaTennisTeam.jpg\" alt=\"The Holly Konoza tennis team competed to honor their friend and teammate.\" width=\"4000\" height=\"3000\"></a> The Holly Konoza tennis team competed to honor their friend and teammate.[/caption]', 'Trivia contest helps support students', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'trivia-contest-helps-support-students', '', '', '2017-04-14 11:00:15', '2017-04-14 15:00:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32015', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32021, 4, '2017-04-13 11:00:28', '2017-04-13 15:00:28', '<em>Photo above: Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling, center, explains the process of building something for the community from an idea, land acquisition, funding and final construction to a group of middle schoolers at the Spanish Moss Trail. Later the students were asked to make recommendations as to how the popular trail might be improved upon. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<h3>By Kat Walsh</h3>\r\nThe Young Leaders of Beaufort get what they ask for.&nbsp; Just ask the mayor. The group, composed of seventh- and eighth-graders from the nine Beaufort County middle schools north of the Broad River, meet monthly to engage in a civic-minded activity.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“One of our regular stops is the Spanish Moss Trail,” says Mayor Billy Keyserling, who played a key role in creating the group three years ago. “Last year they recommended that we put historical markers on the trail, and sure enough, different groups were able allocate the money needed to do so.”\r\n\r\nFor their April excursion, the group walked a section of the Spanish Moss Trail and then planted 20 trees in the city’s new tree farm at Southside Park.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The lesson for the day was to show the students some of the wonderful things in our community didn’t just fall out of the sky,” said Keyserling. “We talked about how it’s much more efficient for the city to grow their own trees now instead of buying fully grown trees in the future. And we also talked about how in the future, they will be able to ride the trail as adults and perhaps show their own children what they did.”\r\n\r\nAt the end of their day, the Young Leaders met for a brainstorming session to answer the question, “What would you recommend to improve the Spanish Moss Trail?” &nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32023\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/DSC8288.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32023\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32023\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/DSC8288.jpg\" alt=\"Students, teachers and administrators walked part of the Spanish Moss Trail recently. Here, the make their way through the old rail loading station along the trail.\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1105\"></a> Students, teachers and administrators walked part of the Spanish Moss Trail recently. Here, the make their way through the old rail loading station along the trail.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe recommendations, recorded by Lady’s Island Middle School students Brandon Garcia, Myracle Seay and Kaitlyn DuBois, included posting more maps (both on the trail and leading to it), adding trash cans and water fountains along the trail, and posting security cameras in specific spots.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTime ran out during their discussion, but the Young Leaders were in favor of vendors – ice cream, coffee shops and bike rentals were mentioned – operating along the trail.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnd they’re not the only ones.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn 2014, Nick Gregoire was looking for a home for his new coffee shop and bike rental business and thought one of the buildings around the Depot Building, across from the Depot Road trailhead, would be a perfect spot. But when he approached the City Council about renting, he was told that the area was zoned Limited Industrial District, preventing retail rentals.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHowever, progress was being made.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn September 2015, the Beaufort City Council, citing the area’s “potential to foster businesses and economic activity that supported trail users and enhanced trail activity,” passed a Unified Development Ordinance to permit “trail-related” uses and artisan workshop in the Depot Road Limited Industrial use area.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe ordinance allows for two types of businesses: an artisan studio/workshop and a restaurant/retail that caters to users of the trail, specifically the sale, rental, repair of outdoor recreation equipment, goods or clothing.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeyond its legislative growth, The Spanish Moss Trail has also grown in popularity (it welcomed 36,500 users last year) and length (it opened 4 more miles of completed trail).&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“My bike rental customers think the trail is wonderful. I get lots of good feedback,” says Gregoire, who went on to find an ideal location for Pluff Mudd Coffee and Bike Company on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. “But they do comment that places to eat or drink along the trail would be nice.” &nbsp;\r\n\r\nHe says at least 70 percent of his in-store renters already know about the trail and intend to ride it, but almost 100 percent of them need help finding the closest trailhead on Smilax Ave.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“I have small maps as well as a big map on the wall. And the staff has pretty much memorized the turn-by-turn directions.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAn avid cyclist himself, Gregoire believes that the trail has become not only a destination, but also a highway for locals to commute to work.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“I ride my bike here every chance I get. When traffic is heavy, I can be at work quicker biking on the trail than driving.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnd the trip is much more peaceful.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“For 2017-2019, the objectives for the trail are the construction is the much-anticipated extension of the trail from Ribaut Road to the Sands Beach in Port Royal and then from Clarendon Road to the Whale Branch River,” said Libby Anderson, director of planning for the city of Beaufort. And, if the recommendations of the Young Leaders are taken as seriously as they were last year, it might not be too long before we also see a few more maps leading to the trail and a few businesses along it.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>About the trail</strong></p>\r\nThe Spanish Moss Trail ‒ The Lowcountry’s Rails to Trail ‒ is a nearly 7-mile greenway located in Northern Beaufort County, according to spanishmosstrail.com. The trail is a 12-foot wide, paved path dedicated to those who want to walk, run, bike, fish, skate, scoot or stroll ‒ offering Lowcountry water and marsh views, coastal wildlife viewing, and historic points of interest as it meanders through Spanish moss-draped neighborhoods.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSince 2013, four phases of the 10-Phase Master Plan have been completed and are open for public enjoyment, connecting the city of Beaufort and the town of Port Royal. When the trail is fully developed, it will be approximately 14 miles in length. Funding for the Spanish Moss Trail is made possible by public funding and private donations.', 'Youth group works to make trail even better', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'youth-group-works-to-make-trail-even-better', '', '', '2017-04-14 11:02:40', '2017-04-14 15:02:40', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32021', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32025, 4, '2017-04-13 11:03:07', '2017-04-13 15:03:07', '<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nThere’s lots of fun to be had this weekend, from Easter egg hunts to the annual Soft Shell Crab Festival.\r\n\r\nHere are the details:\r\n\r\n• Beaufort’s Community Bible Church, 638 Parris Island Gateway, will be hosting its annual <b>Easter Eggstravaganza</b> from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 15. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nActivities for the whole family will be featured, including egg-hunts, inflatable jumpers, face painting and pony rides. There will be lunch and Easter treats along with contests and prizes. Everything is free and the event will be hosted rain or shine.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor more information, call 843-525-0089 or visit communitybiblechurch.us.\r\n\r\n• The Beaufort Inn is hosting an <b>Easter Eggstravaganza</b> for children ages 10 and under beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 15, in the Tabby Garden at the inn. The Easter Bunny will also be in attendance for photos.\r\n\r\n• The <b>14th Annual Soft Shell Crab Festival</b> will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 15, on Paris Avenue in Port Royal.\r\n\r\nLocal chefs will be on hand serving up all of your favorite soft shell crab dishes as well as plenty of other culinary delights. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nLive music will be performed by The Bull Grapes, Broke Locals and Trey\'s Aliens.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThere will also be plenty of artisan craft vendors and an expanded kids\' fun zone, and the Beaufort’s Classic Car &amp; Truck Club will be on hand showing off their collection of vehicles.\r\n\r\nPets are not allowed at the event.\r\n\r\nAt 3 p.m., the Rotary Club of Beaufort will be having its annual crab race down Battery Creek, with an available top prize of $40,000 to one possible winner and 10 chances to win $5,000.\r\n\r\nMore information about the crab race is available at www.portroyalcrabrace.com. For more details or inquiries about the Soft Shell Crab Festival, visit www.oldvillageportroyal.com.', 'Easter weekend holds \'eggs\'tra fun events', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'easter-weekend-holds-eggstra-fun-events', '', '', '2017-04-14 11:03:38', '2017-04-14 15:03:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32025', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32027, 4, '2017-04-13 11:03:52', '2017-04-13 15:03:52', '<em>Photo above: Cadets from the Low Country Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol served as pallbearers for World War II veteran, Flying Ace Capt. Albert Schlegel, who was memorialized and laid to rest in the Beaufort National Cemetery. Photo provided.</em>\r\n<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nAfter 70 years of being buried in a grave marked only as X-73 in Europe, a fighter pilot has come home and finally been laid to rest in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nCapt. Albert Schlegel, an ace pilot with the Mighty Eighth Air Force during World War II, was memorialized and buried in the Beaufort National Cemetery recently.\r\n\r\nThe Cleveland native was declared killed in action after flying a mission over France; he was 25 when he died. Schlegel’s remains were buried in an American cemetery in France, unidentified until recently. Family members believed he was killed in action as reported. However, the truth unveiled a much more sinister story: Schlegel was executed.\r\n\r\nOn Aug. 28, 1944, Schlegel was flying his P-51D with his squadron over France when he was shot down. When he was spotted parachuting to the ground, he was captured and executed by the Germans.\r\n\r\nHe was buried for more than 70 years before forensic anthropologists identified the body as that of Schlegel.\r\n\r\nThe flag-draped coffin holding the remains arrived at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth in Pooler on March 29 in a gray hearse, escorted by Patriot Guard riders.\r\n\r\nAs the guests awaited the arrival of Col. Perry Nuhn (Ret., USAF), nephew of Schlegel and the only relative to remember him personally, cadets from the Low Country Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol stepped into formation and assumed their duties as ceremonial guardsmen over the coffin.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe six cadets escorted the coffin into the Chapel of the Fallen Eagles, where they stood guard in rotating pairs until the start of the memorial service.\r\n\r\nDuring the service, Schlegel was awarded the Purple Heart posthumously, and attendees were provided with a eulogy of the life and air exploits of Schlegel.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFollowing the memorial, the body was escorted by the Civil Air Patrol Honor Guard cadets, who remained motionless and at attention for 26 minutes while awaiting a flyover with a lone P-51 followed by a flyover of 4 F-15s in the Missing Man Formation.\r\n\r\nSchlegel’s body was then escorted to Beaufort on March 30, where he was buried in the Beaufort National Cemetery. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe ceremony included an Army Honor Guard, remarks by Nuhn, a flag-folding ceremony and 21-gun salute.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32029\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2117\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fullsizeoutput_399e-1.jpeg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32029\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32029\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fullsizeoutput_399e-1.jpeg\" alt=\"The Low Country Civil Air Patrol cadets who served as pallbearers wore a unique Honor Guard uniform with an ascot, officer’s cap and gloves when they handled the casket of Capt. Schlegel. Photo provided.\" width=\"2117\" height=\"1694\"></a> The Low Country Civil Air Patrol cadets who served as pallbearers wore a unique Honor Guard uniform with an ascot, officer’s cap and gloves when they handled the casket of Capt. Schlegel. Photo provided.[/caption]', 'WWII fighter pilot honored, memorialized', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'wwii-fighter-pilot-honored-memorialized', '', '', '2017-04-14 11:07:13', '2017-04-14 15:07:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32027', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32032, 4, '2017-04-13 11:00:35', '2017-04-13 15:00:35', '<h3>&nbsp;</h3>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32033\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1024\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Screen-Shot-2017-04-14-at-11.08.23-AM.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32033\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32033\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Screen-Shot-2017-04-14-at-11.08.23-AM.png\" alt=\"This is the first cover of what was then the Lady’s Island News that has now morphed into the Island News. The publishers, Kim Harding and Elizabeth Newberry, are shown having a bit of fun.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1534\"></a> This is the first cover of what was then the Lady’s Island News that has now morphed into the Island News. The publishers, Kim Harding and Elizabeth Newberry, are shown having a bit of fun.[/caption]\r\n<h3>Staff reports</h3>\r\nThe Island News officially turns 10 years old!\r\n\r\nIn honor of its 10th anniversary, the owners would like to express their gratitude to all of the readers and advertisers who make the paper possible.\r\n\r\nWhen the paper started as the Lady\'s Island News, it was mostly black and white and the size format was much smaller. About a year later, the business expanded to cover all of Northern&nbsp;Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nSince then, the paper has grown into the publication it is today with mostly color pages, quality design and all local articles, and more than 9,000 copies distributed weekly.\r\n\r\nThe Island News has also won 18 South Carolina Press Association awards for everything from photos, page design, headline writing, column writing, and ad design.\r\n\r\n\"When my sister, Kim (Newton), and I started the paper on Lady\'s Island, we saw a need for a publication that focused on the people and events that make our community so unique,” said co-publisher Elizabeth Newberry. “Fast forward nine years, and we\'re still honored to be serving the area by covering all kinds of local news — from schools and sports to businesses and festivals — and all the residents who represent the best of Northern Beaufort County.\r\n\r\n\"Certainly, the paper could not happen without the amazing staff and their hard work and dedication to the community. We have been fortunate to work with so many talented people and are thankful for all of their efforts, as well as the local businesses that have supported us over the years.\r\n\r\n\"I have so many great memories and experiences with the paper, and it means a lot to me to share with readers this place that I love and am proud to call home.\"', 'The Island News celebrates 10 years', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-island-news-celebrates-10-years', '', '', '2017-04-14 11:10:05', '2017-04-14 15:10:05', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32032', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32035, 4, '2017-04-27 08:54:29', '2017-04-27 12:54:29', '<b>Literacy group to&nbsp;</b><b>hold free workshop</b>\r\n\r\nBorn To Read is hosting a free parent reading workshop with librarian Madeline Helser-Howard from 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, April 27, at the St. Helena Island Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena Island.\r\n\r\nThere will be free literacy materials and books, the Beaufort County School District\'s traveling preschool bus, door prizes and light refreshments.\r\n\r\nFor more information, email borntoread@hargray.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Caw Caw center focus&nbsp;</b><b>of guided field trip</b>\r\n\r\nFripp Audubon is sponsoring a guided walking tour of the Caw Caw Interpretive Center on Thursday, April 27.\r\n\r\nThe Caw Caw Interpretive Center is rich in natural, cultural and historical resources. The area includes over 6 miles of trails and elevated boardwalks through wetlands, former rice fields, sites of the Stono Rebellion, and thousands of naturalized tea plants from a 20th century tea farm.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNoted for its rich bird life, Caw Caw is a birding hotspot for coastal South Carolina. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis is a walking tour scheduled to begin at 9:45 a.m. and end at 11:45 a.m.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nParticipants should bring binoculars, bug spray, sunscreen, water, snacks, etc.\r\n\r\nA spotting scope will be available, but participants are also welcome to bring their own.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe tour is limited to 24 people.\r\n\r\nTo sign-up, send an e-mail to: frippaudubonclub@gmail.com\r\n\r\nThe cost of this guided tour is $12 per person.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nParticipants will meet at the parking area adjacent to McDonald\'s on Lady\'s Island for an 8:15 a.m. departure. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Ella, Ellington tribute&nbsp;</b><b>set for April 28 at USCB</b>\r\n\r\nThe 21-piece Odyssey Jazz &amp; Swing Orchestra will present a musical birthday tribute concert, “Ella &amp; Ellington” at 7 p.m. Friday, April 28, at the USCB Center for the Arts, 805 Carteret St., Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe Odyssey Jazz &amp; Swing Orchestra, conducted by Don Jemella, will perform music of Duke Ellington and will feature vocalists Gina René and Penney Lynn Smith performing some of Ellington and Fitzgerald best-loved hits.\r\n\r\nTickets are $28 for adults and $23 for seniors.\r\n\r\nThey are available online at www.uscbcenterforthearts.com or at the box office by calling 843-521-4145, and at the door before the concert.\r\n\r\n<b>1893 hurricane to </b><b>be center of discussion</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort District Collection will revisit the most devastating natural disaster in Beaufort’s long and storied history in May.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;“Tide of Death: The Hurricane of 1893” will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, at the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. in Beaufort\r\n\r\nBDC Manager Grace Cordial will share first-person accounts, photographs and other rare materials of the night in 1893 that death came to call in Beaufort County.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe co-sponsor of the event is the Beaufort History Museum. Space is limited and registration is required.\r\n\r\nThis event is free. To register, visit beauforthistorymuseum.wildapricot.org.\r\n\r\n<b>HELP of Beaufort to&nbsp;</b><b>hold ‘Beach Party’</b>\r\n\r\nHELP of Beaufort will hold a “Beach Party” from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, May 6, at The Shed in Port Royal.\r\n\r\nThere will be live and silent auctions, music, dancing, food, beer, wine, door prizes and more.\r\n\r\nTickets are $40 per person; a table of eight is $300; and a table of 10 is $350.\r\n\r\nThis is the seventh annual fundraiser for HELP of Beaufort, a nonprofit organization that helps the needy with food, clothes, household items, rent, mortgage, electricity, water and the elderly homebound with a healthy meal Monday-Friday through its Mobile Meals program.\r\n\r\nFor tickets, visit helpofbeaufort.org or call 843-252-4105.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort History Museum&nbsp;</b><b>to celebrate women’s hats</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort History Museum’s Third Annual Spring Tea will focus on “Crowning Glory – Celebrating the Role of Women’s Hats in Southern Culture.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nPatrons are invited to wear their favorite hat and to “Strut their Hattitude” as they savor traditional delicacies, sip tea, learn about the allure of fashionable hats from celebrity speakers and enjoy a Parade of Hats.\r\n\r\nThe museum is also hosting a silent auction at the tea, which will include trips, dinners, cooking classes, tastings, luxury services and other items available for bidding. A preview of the auction items will be posted on the museum’s website with a “Buy it Now” option.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGuests will also be able to view the items, choose the ones they like and then bid with cash or credit cards at the event.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe principal speaker at the tea will be celebrity shoe designer and milliner Etu Evans, who will be coming to Beaufort from New York.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHis grandmother and mother, both of whom had extensive collections of church hats, jewels and shoes, influenced Evans’ path in the fashion industry.\r\n\r\n“Hats are really the stars this year,” said BHM Board President Carol Lauvray.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We’ll take a look back at how meaningful church hats were and are, especially in the African-American community, where they held a special significance. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“We will also spotlight other occasions where hats play a key role, such as South Carolina’s legendary steeplechase thoroughbred horse races in Elloree, Aiken and Camden.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"Southern women just know how to dress for a party. We are encouraging everyone to wear a beautiful hat and join in the festive spirit of the tea.”\r\n\r\nThe tea will be held from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, May 10, in the Dataw Island Club’s Carolina Room.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIndividual tickets are $60 and tables of 10 are available for $500.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSeating is limited.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nReservations can be made at tea.beauforthistorymuseum.com. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nProceeds benefit the projects of the Beaufort History Museum. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort History Museum is in the historic Arsenal at 713 Craven St.\r\n\r\nVisit www.beauforthistorymuseum.com.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Birthday for the Birds&nbsp;</b><b>comes to Port Royal</b>\r\n\r\nThe town of Port Royal is celebrating its fifth Birthday for the Birds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis event allows the town to showcase one of Beaufort County’s most unique and wonderful natural resources.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe birthday celebration will focus on the large and diverse number of nesting birds, their hatchlings and the habitats that make this unique boardwalk so special.\r\n\r\nThis year Port Royal is planning to have the first “Birthday for the Birds Parade” which will start from the Port Royal Elementary School on 12 Street and Paris Avenue and is a short walk to the Cypress Bird Sanctuary.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event will be held from 8:30 a.m. (when the parade starts) to 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 13.', 'What To Do the week of April 27th-May 3rd', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-april-27th-may-3rd', '', '', '2017-04-27 08:54:29', '2017-04-27 12:54:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32035', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(32037, 4, '2017-04-27 08:55:17', '2017-04-27 12:55:17', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nOne of the most uncomfortable situations for many us is attending an event and not being able to remember the names of the people you see.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nYou walk into the room and right away someone greets you by your first name and your mind is a blank.\r\n\r\nBut there is good news!&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMany people are in the same boat. We find ourselves struggling to come up with a person’s name knowing full well we cannot recall it. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFortunately, my spouse and I have our “I don’t know their name routine.” (I know other couples have their own method.) If I am chatting with someone and do not introduce him right away, he will put out his hand and introduce himself. This gives the other person a chance to introduce himself while I stand there innocently playing the “Oh, I thought you two had already met” look on my face. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nTo complicate the problem of forgetting people’s names, I have added another twist. I assign names. There are so many men and women who remind me of someone else. My girlfriend Donna looks like Jennifer Gray from the old “Dirty Dancing” movie.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJoanne, my mail carrier, was Jackie to me for a long time until one day when she corrected me. How embarrassing.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHowever, I was lucky when it came to my spouse’s name. The first time I saw him, years ago, he was in a tuxedo at a black-tie dinner with a young blonde on his arm. I thought he looked like “Bond. James Bond.” Fortunately, his name is James and the young blonde is long gone.\r\n\r\nAccording to medical websites, some doctors believe we do not remember names because we are so busy during the introduction observing the person’s features, body language and other characteristics that we dismiss the name part. Maybe that is why I am so quick to assign a name. I am too distracted focusing on who they look like and miss hearing their actual name.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBut my favorite assigned name was Alice, whose real name was Maureen. She was a waitress at a restaurant we frequented for many years in Annapolis. She went along with her new name, although it would confuse other customers. Maureen was always “Alice” to us and would serve my spouse a mean martini saying “Bond, James Bond. Shaken, not stirred.”&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSometimes, you can have fun forgetting someone’s name.&nbsp;', 'Ummm … what was your name again?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ummm-what-was-your-name-again', '', '', '2017-04-27 08:55:17', '2017-04-27 12:55:17', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32037', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32039, 4, '2017-04-27 08:57:14', '2017-04-27 12:57:14', 'The Sea Island Quilters will present its annual Quilt Show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 5, and Saturday, May 6, at the Holiday Inn at 2225 Boundary St. in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe event will feature vendors, more than 100 quilts, a silent auction, demonstrations, items for sale and door prizes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nA drawing for “Song of the Sea Islands” quilt, shown at right, will take place at 4 p.m. Saturday (the winner need not be present to win). Admission is $6; children under 12 are free. For more information, visit seaislandquilters.blogspot.com.', 'Quilt show', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'quilt-show', '', '', '2017-04-27 08:57:14', '2017-04-27 12:57:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32039', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32042, 4, '2017-04-27 08:59:31', '2017-04-27 12:59:31', '<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>BOYS\' HIGH&nbsp;</b><b>SCHOOL TENNIS</b></span></p>\r\n<b>BA defeats Charleston Collegiate, 6-1</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy dominated familiar rival Charleston Collegiate in a boys\' high school tennis match on April 20.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe experienced Eagles pulled away to win 6-1 in the boys\' high school tennis match.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJames Carden and Lawrence Lindsay led the Beaufort Academy boys\' tennis team to the win. Both Carden and Lawrence won in dominant fashion, recording 6-0, 6-0 wins in singles matches.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe only loss for Beaufort Academy was in a No. 5 singles match.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDaniel Richards won at No. 3 singles for the Eagles, prevailing 6-0, 6-1.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWilliam Lindsay and Preston Aivaz were additional singles winners for Beaufort Academy in the match versus Charleston Collegiate.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy excelled in both singles and doubles matches.\r\n\r\nThe duo of Carden/Richards won in a doubles match for Beaufort Academy boys\' tennis program.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>GIRLS\' HIGH&nbsp;</b><b>SCHOOL SOCCER</b></span></p>\r\n<b>BA shuts out&nbsp;</b><b>First Baptist, 9-0</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Academy Eagles were back in the win column following a triumph in a girls\' high school soccer regular season match last week. Beaufort Academy blanked First Baptist 9-0 in a girls\' high school soccer game on April 20.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles set the tone early. Beaufort Academy moved ahead with little time gone off the clock and never faltered as it pulled away to win easily.\r\n\r\nNumerous Beaufort Academy players contributed both offensively and defensively.\r\n\r\nA pair of Beaufort Academy players registered hat tricks. Abby Dalton and Mary Keane netted three goals apiece for the Eagles in the victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAmelia Huebel paced Beaufort Academy defensively, excelling from her goalkeeper position.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles returned to the field following a two-week layoff.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Eagles edge&nbsp;</b><b>Thomas Heyward</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High used a strong pitching performance from Mary Claire Sumner to edge Thomas Heyward 3-2 in a high school softball game on&nbsp; April 19.\r\n\r\nSumner threw a five-hitter as Beaufort High outlasted Thomas Heyward.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles plated three runs on seven hits.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High turned in a solid all-around effort against longtime rival Thomas Heyward.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn addition to her pitching, Sumner provided two hits for the Eagles in the thrilling victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlong with Sumner, Savannah Mullen added two hits for Beaufort High.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Eagles plated all of their runs in the third inning. Beaufort High proved to be productive during its third plate appearance, making the most of some offensive opportunities.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIvy Bryan belted a home run for Thomas Heyward in the setback.\r\n\r\n<b>Battery Creek&nbsp;</b><b>blanks Bluffton, 10-0</b>\r\n\r\nBattery Creek pitcher Alexis Ortiz tossed her second no-hitter in less than one week as Bluffton blanked Battery Creek 10-0 in a high school softball game on April 21.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn a dominant performance, Battery Creek posted its ninth straight win.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOrtiz was strong from start to finish, registering 12 strikeouts against the Bluffton softball squad. The Battery Creek pitcher retired the final 10 batters she faced. Ortiz walked one Bluffton batter and another opposing player reached base on an error.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Battery Creek pitcher worked five strong innings to earn the win.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOffensively, several players delivered for Battery Creek in the victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLeading Battery Creek at the plate, Journeigh Doray provided three hits and three runs.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAiding the Battery Creek offensive attack, Michaux Gee added two hits and Julianna Greer connected for two RBIs in the Dolphins\' winning effort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBattery Creek has been one of the area\'s top high school softball teams over the past month.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Whale Branch&nbsp;</b><b>falls to Woodland</b>\r\n\r\nWhale Branch allowed its opponent to plate seven runs in the fifth inning as Woodland pulled away to win 15-5 in a high school softball game on April 20.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThriving throughout the contest, offensive-heavy Woodland plated 15 runs via 16 hits.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAlicia Davis and Rikia Singleton led Whale Branch with two hits apiece. The productive Davis drilled a double and legged out a triple for the Warriors in the setback.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>BOYS\' HIGH&nbsp;</b><b>SCHOOL GOLF</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Beaufort High finishes&nbsp;</b><b>third in county match&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High finished third in a four-team county boys\' high school golf match at Oyster Reef on April 20. Hilton Head Prep won the four-team boys\' high school golf match.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHilton Head Island finished second and had a winning streak snapped.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHilton Head Prep won the match with a team score of 156. The Dolphins finished five shots ahead of Hilton Head Island.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJonathan Griz led Hilton Head Prep with a 1-under par 35. Directly behind his teammate, Aidan McCloskey turned in a 36 for the Dolphins.\r\n\r\nChris Lifvergren paced Hilton Head Island with a 39. Ending the event one shot behind his teammate, Charlie Farrell turned in a 40.\r\n\r\nMatthew Campbell led Beaufort High with a 39.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMay River finished fourth in the final team standings but featured two golfers with scores under 38. Drew Weary led May River with a 36 and Brandon McBride added a 37 for the Sharks. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nArea high school golf teams are headed into the postseason.&nbsp;\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><b>HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL</b></span></p>\r\n<b>Eagles edge&nbsp;</b><b>Hilton Head Island</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High baseball team halted a six-game losing skid early last week, outlasting Hilton Head Island 8-6 on April 18.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nConnor Clancy led a six-run Beaufort High fifth inning, delivering a bases-loaded triple.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRome Wallace and Jeffrey Smith helped to pace Beaufort High with two-out singles in the fifth frame.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHilton Head Island missed offensive opportunities in more than one inning.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWallace and Smith led the Beaufort High offensive attack, supplying two hits apiece for the Eagles in the winning effort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKoty Brigham led Hilton Head Island with three hits. Another Seahawk, Shane Clark, collected two RBIs in Beaufort High\'s hard-fought victory.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Bluffton shuts out&nbsp;</b><b>Battery Creek, 14-0</b>\r\n\r\nBehind a strong pitching duo, Bluffton beat familiar rival Battery Creek 14-0 in a high school baseball game on April 21.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBluffton notched its second shutout win over Battery Creek in three days.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Bluffton pitching duo of Cody Eldridge and Sean Sutay combined to pitch a five-hitter for the Bobcats.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTrenton Dailey provided the biggest lift at the plate for Bluffton, driving home four runs on a single and a fielder\'s choice grounder.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHartley Smith provided two RBIs and scored three runs for the Bobcats in the win.\r\n\r\nAlso contributing offensively, Hunter Eldridge and Jimmy Nowakowski banged out two hits apiece for the Bobcats.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBluffton carried a 4-0 lead out of the fifth inning. Excelling late, Bluffton erupted for four runs in the sixth inning.\r\n\r\nExcelling during its final plate appearance, Bluffton finished even stronger, scoring six more runs in the seventh frame.&nbsp;', 'Sports briefs for April 27th-May 3rd', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sports-briefs-for-april-27th-may-3rd', '', '', '2017-04-27 08:59:31', '2017-04-27 12:59:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32042', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32044, 4, '2017-04-27 09:00:27', '2017-04-27 13:00:27', '<h3>By Chris Suddeth</h3>\r\nIn this timely, + <i>Perspectives</i>, I would like to explore the hot button issues that push our collective buttons. It hardly matters what “side of the aisle” you find yourself on, if we can just agree that our buttons have been mashed.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt’s OK. It happens to the best of us, this button mashing.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIn these times, it’s never been easier to be heard given the social media engines at our collective fingertips. A big question that we need to start asking with social media is, “Just because we can add to the cacophony, should we?”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLet’s assume that most of us have nothing but the best of intentions.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI intend to make a fine, but important, point. However, before I do that, please know I’m not endorsing any sort of violence, immorality or –ism.\r\n\r\nPrevious paragraph said, let’s take a step back from the vitriol of hot button issues, not because you’re wrong about a certain issue, but careful consideration is needed as there are 1,500 newspapers, 1,100 magazines, 9,000 radio stations, 1,500 TV stations and 2,400 publishers owned by six corporations.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSIX CORPORATIONS control, that’s right, control all those media outlets. The power rests in the hands of an elite few that likely weren’t elected to any office.\r\n\r\nDo you really think that propaganda died on Sept. 2, 1945, aboard the USS Missouri? Of course not, it’s just gotten more sophisticated.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNow, we invite propaganda as gospel, 24/7/365.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIs it all garbage? No, but the best way to manipulate is to have at least a kernel of truth in what you’re propagating.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI barely passed, or remember, my college course in statistics, but one thing that has always stuck with me is that statistics can be made to say almost anything. Ponder that as you lap up and vehemently spew stats at whoever you perceive to be in the wrong.\r\n\r\nGood questions to ask are before any contact with others: “Is it helpful? Is it kind? Is it true? Is it necessary?”&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Fine Sutty, I hear ya, but I have to do something. I have to vent. Movements start with one voice.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nYou’re right, of course, but that voice is heard more effectively with love, compassion and acceptance of our neighbors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor starters, pray and send good thoughts to a situation. Naïve, you say. Well, I disagree, but I submit that naïve is thinking the media doesn’t have an agenda that sells the masses on vaccines, for instance, or can’t get a president elected.\r\n\r\nIt only took the media playing Howard Dean’s yelp on a loop to derail his 2004 campaign. \'Memba that? That’s where the “real” power lies.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nRegardless of what we feel about a question like gun control, let’s start asking questions like, “What monster is actually being fed when all the media at our fingertips rallies against guns and 2015 broke records for gun sales?”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nEven if you like guns, is putting the latest Sig Sauer .45 on a charge card fear-driven when you’ve got a dozen other firearms to protect against a home invasion? Or are you feeding into the media madness?\r\n\r\nDo you fancy yourself a modern day Gore Vidal or William F. Buckley Jr.? In case you don’t know, they were pundits who tore each other apart on live television before it was fashionable. As a matter of fact, their displays during the 1968 presidential election year probably saved ABC from becoming a footnote in television history when referencing “The Flying Nun.” The insults in one particular exchange followed these distinguished gentlemen to their graves.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nControversy sells. Why? Because we buy it and feed into it. We crave it. We have to make New Year’s resolutions to cut back on it, but alas, we want what we want. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nDoes it have to be this way? No, it starts with one person deciding to starve the media machine of mayhem and fear that affects both sides of the aisle. A synonym of mayhem in this case could be division. It’s the old divide-and-conquer routine that works only as long as we allow it. We’re more alike and connected than the elite few would have us believe.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAll I ask is that you pay attention to what you’re doing while you’re doing it.\r\n\r\nThis is the heart of meditation.\r\n\r\n<i>Chris “Sutty” Suddeth was born in Greenville in 1975 and has lived his whole life in various locales within the state of South Carolina. He graduated from the University of South Carolina in 1998 with a minor in English literature. Writing began its siren song for him at the age of twelve while sitting on the rocks of Fripp Island, where he now lives with his wife and daughter. Sutty is a full-time Mr. Mom with his own holistic health business. He has been a practicing Reiki master for over six years and uses his passion and proficiency with energy work to inform his writing. Visit www.energynovelist.com.</i>', 'Taking break from information can calm the soul', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'taking-break-from-information-can-calm-the-soul', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:00:27', '2017-04-27 13:00:27', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32044', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32047, 4, '2017-04-27 09:01:12', '2017-04-27 13:01:12', 'We like politics, and we love investing. But we run from anything conflating the two.\r\n\r\nEarlier this week Bloomberg reported that Americans recently broke the American Psychological Association\'s anxiety meter for a record level of stress. You read that right. No, this is not from late 2008. This is from January 2017:\r\n\r\n<i>\"The results of the January 2017 poll show a statistically significant increase in stress for the first time since the survey was first conducted in 2007,\" the APA said in a report on the survey of 1,019 adults living in the U.S., conducted from Jan. 5 to Jan. 19 by Harris Poll.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Americans\' stress levels in January were worse than in August, in the middle of the angriest, most personal campaign in recent memory, when some believed the anxiety would abate after the election. At 57 percent, more than half of respondents said the current political climate was a very or somewhat significant source of stress. Stressors for everyone, including Republicans, were the fast pace of unfolding events and especially the uncertainty of the current political climate, said Vaile Wright, director of research and special projects at the APA.</i>\r\n\r\nWhat is it that has everyone so worked up? Politics. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nHow many people do you know that invest their politics? &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen the resident of the Oval Office is of their same political party, do they tend to be more bullish, and when the opposite is true, do they tend to be more bearish?\r\n\r\nWhen we read that article we couldn\'t help but think back to something that The Motley Fool wrote last year as it relates to the problem of conflating politics and investing:\r\n\r\n<i>“Economics is a close cousin of politics, which is dangerous because politics is a close cousin of emotional decisions detached from reality.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>“Not only do most of us have emotional opinions about who should/shouldn\'t run the country, but we unfailingly overestimate how much influence presidents have over the economy and stock market. When presidents do impact the economy, good luck guessing how markets will respond. Lots of smart people predicted that Barack Obama\'s spending plans meant surging interest rates and a collapsing dollar.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>“Growing the economy means getting everyone to win, whereas politics by definition means getting the opposing party to lose. Rationality melts when you set up this kind of my-team-versus-yours dilemma. Psychologist Geoffrey Cohen showed that Democratic voters supported Republican proposals when they were attributed to fellow Democrats more than they supported Democratic proposals attributed to Republicans, and vice versa. Imagine the same part of your brain analyzing investments. It\'s a disaster.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>“We like politics, and we love investing. But we run from anything conflating the two.”</i>\r\n\r\nThus, the power of an emotionless method of investing. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nSo despite all of the stress, things continue to look pretty good to us.\r\n\r\n<i>This article was written by Dorsey Wright and Associates Inc., and provided by Arthur Levin, managing director, TLS Wealth Management of Raymond James.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>Arthur Levin is a financial advisor with Raymond James &amp; Associates, Inc., Member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC located at 2015 Boundary St., Suite 220, Beaufort SC 29902.&nbsp;</i>\r\n\r\n<i>He can be contacted at 843-379-6100 or arthur.levin@raymondjames.com or visit our website at: www.tlswealthmanagement.com.</i>\r\n\r\n<i>The information contained herein has been prepared without regard to any particular investor\'s investment objectives, financial situation, and needs. Accordingly, investors should not act on any recommendation (express or implied) or information in this material without obtaining specific advice from their financial advisors.</i>', 'Politics and investing', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'politics-and-investing', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:12:20', '2018-07-12 15:12:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32047', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32049, 4, '2017-04-27 09:03:51', '2017-04-27 13:03:51', '<em>Photo above: An accident on April 15 on the Richard V. Woods Memorial Bridge caused lane closures for repairs on April 19-20. Here, part of the concrete barrier hangs from the Richard V. Woods Memorial bridge after a pickup truck hit a guard rail, injuring both the driver and a passenger in the truck. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>2 charged in&nbsp;</b><b>Subway robbery</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32053\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"192\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fludd.jpeg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32053\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32053\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/fludd.jpeg\" alt=\"Elijah Fludd\" width=\"192\" height=\"240\"></a> Elijah Fludd[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32054\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"192\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/jones.jpeg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32054\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32054\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/jones.jpeg\" alt=\"Jhylil Jones\" width=\"192\" height=\"240\"></a> Jhylil Jones[/caption]\r\n\r\nA former employee of a Subway on Lady’s Island and an accomplice have been arrested after an investigation into an armed robbery that occurred on the morning of April 14 at the restaurant, according to a Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office report.\r\n\r\nAccording to that report, Elijah Fludd, 22, who had worked at the Subway on Sams Point Road, and Jhylil Jones, 18, have been arrested in connection with the robbery.\r\n\r\nSearch warrants were obtained for Fludd’s Lady’s Island residence, and the Toyota Rav4 he allegedly used to get to and from Subway on the morning of the armed robbery.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen investigators and patrol deputies served the search warrants at his Venice Court residence, they found Fludd and his Toyota Rav4. Also present was Jones, 18, who investigators suspected stood lookout for Fludd at the back door of Subway.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nInside Fludd’s residence, investigators say they found the hooded sweatshirt and bandana he wore and the handgun he pointed at the clerk during the robbery.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDuring the search of Fludd’s Toyota Rav4, investigators say they located a suitcase belonging to Jhylil Jones. Inside the suitcase they found a small amount of marijuana and a handgun with an obliterated serial number, according to the report.\r\n\r\nJones was taken into custody and charged with simple possession of marijuana and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number. During an interview with the suspects, Jones said he was involved in the robbery with Fludd, according to the report.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJones was then charged with robbery while armed with a deadly weapon in addition to the marijuana and firearm charges.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFludd and Jones were transported to the Beaufort County Detention Center.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFludd’s bonds were set at $40,000 for robbery while armed with a deadly weapon and $20,000 for possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBonds for Jones were set at $40,000 for robbery while armed with a deadly weapon, $10,000 for possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number and $615 for simple possession of marijuana.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFludd posted bond and was released from the jail, while Jones remained incarcerated.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnyone with information regarding the Lady’s Island Subway armed robbery is encouraged to contact Staff Sgt. Adam Zsamar at 843-255-3408 or CrimeStoppers at 888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward.\r\n\r\n<b>Sheriff’s office is&nbsp;</b><b>searching for suspect</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32051\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"207\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/brown.jpeg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32051\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32051\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/brown.jpeg\" alt=\"Michael Brown\" width=\"207\" height=\"240\"></a> Michael Brown[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate Michael Brown regarding a shooting incident that occurred on Round About Loop on April 17.\r\n\r\nAnyone with any information about Brown can call Investigator Draisen at 843-255-3409, Beaufort County Dispatch at 843-524-2777 or CrimeStoppers at 888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward.\r\n\r\n<b>Burton FD answers&nbsp;</b><b>19 calls in one weekend</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32052\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2016\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Burton-FD_Shadow-Moss-Fire_042217.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32052\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32052\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Burton-FD_Shadow-Moss-Fire_042217.jpg\" alt=\"A fire that began in a waste container up against a home spread to the side of the residence in Shadow Moss. \" width=\"2016\" height=\"1512\"></a> A fire that began in a waste container up against a home spread to the side of the residence in Shadow Moss.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District didn’t get a break over the weekend of April 22 after responding to 19 emergency calls which included two motor vehicle accidents, a vehicle fire, two brush fires, a house fire and a hazardous materials concern.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton and MCAS Fire Department responded to a house fire in the Shadow Moss development just after 11 a.m. on April 22. A fire which began in a waste container up against a home spread to the side of the residence.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe homeowner and a neighbor were able to extinguish the fire with a garden hose before firefighters arrived. Burton firefighters checked the residence with thermal imaging to ensure the fire was out and the home was safe. A battalion chief from the city of Beaufort Fire Department also responded.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe first motor vehicle accident occurred just before 4 p.m. April 22 at the Parris Island Gateway and Magnolia Bluff intersection. The two-vehicle accident resulted in damages but no injuries and delayed traffic for approximately 30 minutes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe second motor vehicle accident occurred just before 11 a.m. April 23 on Robert Smalls Parkway at the entrance to Walmart. The two-vehicle accident resulted in damages but no injuries. Traffic was delayed for approximately 30 minutes.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nJust before 4 p.m. April 23, Burton firefighters were summoned to a residence in Seabrook when a homeowner had a hazardous materials concern involving a fuel container. Burton firefighters assisted the homeowner and ensured the container and fuel was safe.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBurton firefighters also extinguished two brush fires and a vehicle fire in the Gray’s Hill area of Burton on April 23. All fires were minor and caused no damages to structures and only minor damages to an SUV. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Burton Fire District has responded to almost 1,100 emergency calls so far in 2017.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Firefighters respond&nbsp;</b><b>to small shed fire&nbsp;</b>\r\n\r\nFirefighters with City of Beaufort/Town of Port Royal Fire department responded to a report of a fire in the dockage of the Port Royal Landing Marina at about 11:30 p.m. April 17.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe fire was apparently reported by multiple passersby.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Firefighters were right across the street at an activated fire alarm at the River Oaks Assisted Living Facility, and were able to clear and arrive on scene within moments of receiving the call for the fire at the marina,” according to Fire Chief Reece Bertholf.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFirefighters arrived to find a small shed, situated on a small “dock floater” which was tethered to a construction barge, on fire. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe docks are under renovation as a result of Hurricane Matthew.&nbsp; Access was limited to the floater where the fire was due to the renovation construction, and the dock master assisted in transporting fire crews to the barge near the fire with the marina boat.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nCrews utilized a standby fire pump that is kept on site and trained on periodically throughout the year, in order to extinguish the flames. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“All in all, even with limited access, the crews were able to control the fire in under 20 minutes. 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(32056, 4, '2017-04-27 09:05:45', '2017-04-27 13:05:45', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;A fashion show was one of the highlights at the Fashion for Compassion event presented by the Dataw Island Club. Photo provided.</em>\r\n\r\nThe 14th annual “Fashion for Compassion” charity fashion show and auction, benefiting the Friends of Caroline Hospice, was held recently at the Dataw Island Club.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis annual fundraiser includes a fashion show, luncheon and silent auction sponsored by local stores and vendors.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGuest speakers Tim Conroy and Kathy Harvey, siblings of the late Pat Conroy, gave speeches describing a journey of love and care provided to their family from Friends of Caroline Hospice.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The impact that Friends of Caroline Hospice has had on our community was apparent, as many local businesses showed their support by sponsoring the event, donating products and services for the silent auction and 14 stores modeled clothing in the fashion show,” according to a press release.\r\n\r\nVolunteer models of all ages were treated to the full hair and makeup prep before strutting down the runway wearing outdoor apparel, active wear, resort dresses, children’s clothing, lingerie and even secondhand thrift store items.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe first flight showcased the stores Red Door, Lotus, Matilda Jane Clothing, Beaufort Clothing Company, Urban Nest, and Balance Boutique Fitness. The second flight of stores included It’s Retail Therapy, Higher Ground Outfitters, Grayco Hardware &amp; Home (yes they have clothing!), Grace and Glory, Etcetera, Grounded Running and Kalon and Company – accessorized by Circa&nbsp;1910 Jewelry.\r\n\r\nDuring intermission, DJ Jesse played auctioneer, awarding various vacations and getaway experiences, including a cruise, a New York shopping trip and a New Orleans vacation.\r\n\r\nFriends of Caroline Hospice is a nonprofit organization serving Beaufort County and its residents for over 35 years. Friends of Caroline provides quality-of-life care that offers hope and encouragement to those nearing the end-of-life’s journey and support for their family, friends and&nbsp;the community.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32057\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2464\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/auction.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32057\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32057\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/auction.jpg\" alt=\"Attendees browse items to bid on in a silent auction. Photo provided.\" width=\"2464\" height=\"1632\"></a> Attendees browse items to bid on in a silent auction. Photo provided.[/caption]', 'Group celebrates compassion through fashion', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'group-celebrates-compassion-through-fashion', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:05:45', '2017-04-27 13:05:45', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32056', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32060, 4, '2017-04-27 09:07:17', '2017-04-27 13:07:17', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;Walmart\'s coming. So are more F-35\'s and D.R.Horton homes -- as pictured here last week at Oyster Bluff. But where\'s the traffic plan?</em>\r\n<h3>By Bill Rauch</h3>\r\nLast week a pick-up crashed on the Woods Bridge and knocked the bridge out for a day. As Port Royal Town Manager Van Willis likes to say: “When the Woods Bridge is down it’s chaos over here.”\r\n\r\n“Over here” is the Port Royal approach to the McTeer Bridge, the only way on and off the islands when the Woods Bridge is down.\r\n\r\nNever mind that the Beaufort mayor’s blog said the city council was “smelling the roses” last week. Good for them. The rest of us were bumper to bumper in the chaos and smelling one another’s exhaust.\r\n\r\nSure, the 1971 classic swing bridge is going to go down once in awhile, and there’s going to be some chaos. That’s not the problem.\r\n\r\nThe problem is new rooftops are going up fast on Lady’s Island, and there’s no action plan that addresses how the additional 2.4 cars per house will get across the Beaufort River. No plan. Not even a glimmer of a plan. The plan, if you can call it a plan,&nbsp; is that there will be increasing chaos.\r\n\r\nLet’s be clear. This issue is not new. There have been plans. Several.\r\n\r\nForty-six years ago in 1971, for example, the South Carolina Highway Department promulgated the BEAUTS (Beaufort Area Transportation Study) Plan that called for a by-pass — or “ring road,” as they call such things in Europe — all the way around&nbsp; Beaufort, including a bridge at Brickyard.\r\n\r\nBut the powers that be at the time found the Brickyard portion of the plan infeasible. Bridges are costly, right?\r\n\r\nThen, a generation later back in the late 1990s the Beaufort County Council member who then represented Lady’s Island, Mark Generales, got motivated. Standing up for his constituents, he said the afternoon traffic off the Woods Bridge in the afternoons was “intolerable.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe McTeer Bridge, Generales proclaimed, must be four-laned.\r\n\r\nNever mind that the South Carolina Department of Traffic’s engineers, the county’s in-house traffic experts, and the Beaufort City Council all expressed their preference for the bridge at Brickyard instead, Councilman Generales had his way and the parallel bridge at McTeer was built only to find that the experts had been correct and that with the extra lanes available on the McTeer Bridge corridor there was no appreciable effect upon the situation at the Woods Bridge.\r\n\r\nAbout that time Generales exited the scene and the city of Beaufort called for $5 million to be put on Beaufort County’s 2007 penny sales tax referendum for studying, engineering and buying right-of-way for a “third Beaufort River crossing,” wherever the experts that the county hired said it should be.\r\n\r\nThat penny tax measure passed and the county’s traffic consultants got with SCDOT and took another look at the situation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhat they concluded was, surprise, that the solution to the Carteret Street/Woods Bridge/Sea Island Parkway congestion is to build a bridge at Brickyard and an improved corridor that would connect Sams Point Road to U.S. 21 just west of the Air Station.\r\n\r\nWhy? Because many of the occupants of the cars who cross the Woods Bridge are residents who live in Northern Beaufort County’s largest bedroom community, Lady’s Island, and who work at Northern Beaufort County’s largest employer, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThese people twice daily, and the million visitors a year to Hunting Island, and others would take the Brickyard Bridge.\r\n\r\nMoreover, with more jets on the way the area’s largest employer is getting larger all the time.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnd with more houses being built on Lady’s Island there will be more homes there to accommodate the newcomers.\r\n\r\nAll they have to do is get there.\r\n\r\nBy the way, since the current Beaufort City Council has placed its top priority on business development, “traffic counts” are good for business, but traffic is not — which translated means one of government’s key responsibilities to the private sector is to keep the cars moving.\r\n\r\nThe 2009 study cost $500,000 and Beaufort’s mayor and council — in fact some of the same members who were smelling the roses last week — stood by in silence in 2010 while the other $4.5 million of the penny sales tax money that had been allocated to the third Beaufort River crossing was spent on road improvement projects in Bluffton.\r\n\r\nSo where does that leave us now?&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhen there was resolve to build a bridge, for political reasons it was built in the wrong place.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAnd now — irrespective of the pressures that are greater now than then — it appears there is insufficient resolve to put a bridge where for the past 46 years the traffic experts have been saying it should go.\r\n\r\nAccordingly, with respect to traffic in Beaufort, it appears today there is nothing ahead except more. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<i>Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. 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(32063, 4, '2017-04-27 09:08:36', '2017-04-27 13:08:36', '<b>Wheelan to deliver&nbsp;</b><b>keynote at graduation</b>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32064\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"2400\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/wheelan.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32064\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32064\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/wheelan.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Belle S. Wheelan\" width=\"2400\" height=\"3000\"></a> Dr. Belle S. Wheelan[/caption]\r\n\r\nDr. Belle S. Wheelan, the first woman and first African-American president of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, will deliver the keynote address at its 2017 commencement exercises at 6 p.m. Friday, April 28, on the Hilton Head Gateway Campus. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWheelan’s career in education spans more than 40 years and includes roles as college president and secretary of education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. She was appointed by Virginia’s newly elected governor in 2001 to be secretary of education in his administration.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nShe spent three and a half years in the position, handling a variety of education-related issues, before being named to lead the regional organization that accredits nearly 800 educational organizations throughout the South in 2005. She holds that post today.\r\n\r\nIn 2001, Wheelan was named one of Washington Magazine’s 100 Most Powerful Women in Washington D.C. In 2002, she received the Woman of Distinction Award presented by the American Association of University Women. In 2015, she earned the Dr. John Hope Franklin Award from Diverse: Issues in Higher Education magazine. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nUSCB will graduate 398 members of the Class of 2017. This is the largest graduating class in USCB’s history. Visit www.uscb.edu/commencement.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>District finance staff&nbsp;</b><b>earns national awards</b>\r\n\r\nFinance staffers from the Beaufort County School District have earned a pair of national awards for excellence from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.\r\n\r\nThe first award, the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, recognized the school district’s 2016 annual financial report. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nIt was the 27th consecutive year that the school district had earned the national recognition.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nGFOA said the award honors financial reports that demonstrate a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” and that clearly communicate a school district’s financial story and motivate citizens to read the annual report.&nbsp; It said the award represents “the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.”\r\n\r\nThe second recognition, the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, honors government budgets that succeed simultaneously as policy documents, financial plans, operations guides and communications devices.&nbsp; Budget documents must be rated “proficient” in all four of those categories – along with the 14 criteria in each one – to receive the award.\r\n\r\nSuperintendent Jeff Moss credited members of the finance staff for their “superlative efforts,” including Chief Finance and Operations Officer Tonya Crosby; Director of Internal Controls Reggie Murphy; Director of Finance Lori Mock; and Budget Analyst Louis Ackerman.&nbsp; Moss also congratulated Phyllis White, who retired in December as the district’s chief finance and operations officer.\r\n\r\nThe school district’s bond ratings are Aa1 with Moody’s Investors Service and AA with Standard and Poor’s.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>BHS recognized&nbsp;</b><b>as model program</b>\r\n\r\nThe American School Counselor Association has announced that Beaufort High School is now a recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) school.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe RAMP designation is awarded to schools that align with the criteria in the ASCA National Model and are committed to delivering a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program and an exemplary educational environment.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"It has been a comprehensive effort that required a high level of participation on the part of every counselor in our department,\" said Beaufort High counselor, Michelle Dixon. \"Our work is purposeful and important. We truly believe our students are different because of what we do. It has been an extraordinary journey for our department.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSince the RAMP program\'s inception, more than 700 schools have earned the designation.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBeaufort High will be honored at a recognition ceremony at ASCA\'s annual conference in Colorado in July.\r\n\r\n<b>Contract negations underway for&nbsp;</b><b>Whale Branch gym</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County board of education recently voted to proceed with contract negotiations with an architectural firm to design a competition gymnasium and performing arts center for Whale Branch Early College High School.\r\n\r\nMcMillan, Pazdan Smith Architecture – with offices in Greenville, Spartanburg, Charleston, Asheville, Charlotte and Atlanta – emerged as the top choice at the end of a multilayered selection process.&nbsp; The firm has designed school facilities for 29 South Carolina districts, and school design comprises 65 percent of its work.\r\n\r\nMcMillan Pazdan Smith has been named among the nation’s top firms by Architect Magazine and has earned recognitions from the Council of Education Facility Planners in 2005, 2007, 2009 and 2011-2015.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County board of education voted Feb. 7 to build the competition gymnasium at Whale Branch Early College High and voted March 21 to build the school a performing arts center. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhale Branch is currently the only district high school that does not have a performing arts-style auditorium for student performances and classes, and is also the only district high school that doesn’t have a larger competition gym. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nParents and community supporters had urged the district to build both a performing arts center and a competition gymnasium since the high school opened in 2010.\r\n\r\n<b>Local students&nbsp;</b><b>are recognized</b>\r\n\r\nShandy Simpson, of Beaufort, has been named to the Provost\'s List at Troy University for Term 3 of the 2016/2017 academic year.\r\n\r\nThe Provost\'s List honors full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who have a grade point average of at least 3.65.\r\n\r\nAt The Citadel, two local students were honored at the 2017 Joint ROTC Awards. 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(32066, 4, '2017-04-27 09:09:50', '2017-04-27 13:09:50', '<em>Photo above: Nancy Fu and Shawna Doran</em>\r\n\r\nTwo Beaufort Memorial Hospital (BMH) nurses have received the Palmetto Gold Award, a designation bestowed by the South Carolina Nurses Foundation to honor the state’s 100 top registered nurses.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe presentation was made at the 16th Annual Palmetto Gold Gala held April 22 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nNancy Fu, nursing director of the hospital’s fifth floor medical/surgical unit, is being honored for her dedication and commitment to promoting a culture of patient safety. Her nursing unit has earned a number of citations, including the South Carolina Hospital Association’s Zero Harm Award for achieving 100 days with no acquired pressure wounds.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe unit also received BMH’s Shining Star Award for best infection prevention and a certificate of achievement for being in the 80th percentile for patients’ overall rating of the hospital.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nOutside of her job at BMH, Fu works with her congregation’s women’s ministry on a number of outreach programs, including the Franciscan Center for migrant workers, Red Cross shelters and Family Promise for displaced families. Most recently, she hosted two Ugandan children in her home.\r\n\r\nShawna Doran, BMH corporate director of quality, also earned a Palmetto Gold Award for making huge strides in enhancing patient care. Her evidence-based quality improvement initiatives helped the hospital achieve an “A” rating from Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades and the only four-star score among area hospitals in Hospital Compare, a federal program offering information about the quality of care at more than 4,000 Medicare-certified hospitals across the country.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLast year, Doran represented the South Carolina American Heart Association on Capitol Hill, successfully advocating for $3 billion in funding for heart and stroke research at the National Institutes of Health. In addition, she lobbied senators and state representatives for nutritious lunches for South Carolina students.\r\n\r\nLike Fu, she also is actively involved in the community. She has worked in the Washington Park soup kitchen, volunteers with the Annual Beaufort Water Festival and the Beaufort County Healthcare Community Outreach program.', 'Two BMH nurses receive kudos from SC', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'two-bmh-nurses-receive-kudos-from-sc', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:09:50', '2017-04-27 13:09:50', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32066', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32069, 4, '2017-04-27 09:10:27', '2017-04-27 13:10:27', '<b>Chamber is offering&nbsp;</b><b>help with homebuying</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce, a HUD-approved agency, is offering classes for first-time homebuyers.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe classes, if completed, allow a homebuyer a certificate of 18 credit hours that can be presented to their loan officer to purchase a home. The primary objective of the program is to educate families and individuals in order to help them make smart decisions regarding improving their housing situation and meeting the responsibilities of tenancy and homeowership.&nbsp; &nbsp;\r\n\r\nFor the purposes of HUD\'s Housing Counseling Program, education is defined as formal classes, with established curriculum and instructional goals, provided in a group or classroom setting covering topics such as the home buying process; how to maintain a home; budgeting; fair housing; identifying and reporting predatory lending practices; and the importance of good credit. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe next session, “Are You Ready to Buy a Home?,” will be held from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, May 9, at the chamber office at 801 Bladen St. in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nFor additional information, call 843-986-1102.\r\n\r\n<b>Public is invited to&nbsp;</b><b>First Friday event</b>\r\n\r\nFirst Friday After Five, an event sponsored by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, will be held from 5-8 p.m. Friday, May 5, in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThis is an opportunity to explore galleries and downtown shops. There will also be refreshments and live music.', 'Chamber Corner for April 27th-May 3rd', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chamber-corner-for-april-27th-may-3rd', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:10:27', '2017-04-27 13:10:27', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32069', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32071, 4, '2017-04-27 09:12:10', '2017-04-27 13:12:10', '<em>Photo above: A crewman leans over the side of small boat to apply a stain to the hull of the Nina which helps keep corrosive salt water out. Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\nThe Pinta and the Nina, replicas of Columbus’ ships, sailed into Port Royal Sound recently and were open to the public for tours at the Downtown Marina in Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe replica of the Nina was built completely by hand and without the use of power tools. Archaeology magazine called the ship “the most historically correct Columbus replica ever built.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBoth ships tour together as a new and enhanced “sailing museum” to educate the public and school children on the “caravel,” a type of Portuguese ship used by Columbus and many early explorers to discover the New World.\r\n\r\nCrewmen add stain to the deck hatches. One crew member said there is always something to do aboard the replicas of Christopher Columbus’ ships.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32076\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1026\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4291.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32076\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32076\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4291.jpg\" alt=\"This is a replica of the Nina’s crew roster.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"1400\"></a> This is a replica of the Nina’s crew roster.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32072\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"932\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4268.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32072\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32072\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4268.jpg\" alt=\"Replica ships of Columbus’ Pinta, foreground, and Nina visited Beaufort last week at the Downtown Marina. Here, members of press meet some of the crew on April 19.\" width=\"932\" height=\"1400\"></a> Replica ships of Columbus’ Pinta, foreground, and Nina visited Beaufort last week at the Downtown Marina. Here, members of press meet some of the crew on April 19.[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_32077\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"930\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4298.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32077\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-32077\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/RES4298.jpg\" alt=\"Crewmen add stain to the deck hatches. One crew member said there is always something to do aboard the replicas of Christopher Columbus’ ships.\" width=\"930\" height=\"1400\"></a> Crewmen add stain to the deck hatches. One crew member said there is always something to do aboard the replicas of Christopher Columbus’ ships.[/caption]', 'Pinta, Nina sail into town', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pinta-nina-sail-into-town', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:13:47', '2017-04-27 13:13:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32071', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32083, 4, '2017-04-27 09:14:38', '2017-04-27 13:14:38', '<h3>By Tom Davis</h3>\r\nA couple weeks ago, the South Carolina General Assembly passed H. 3726, aka the “Public Employees’ Pension-Reform Bill.” This week it was sent to Gov. Henry McMaster for consideration.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI voted against this bill, and I urge the governor to veto it. Here’s why:\r\n\r\nH. 3726 increases taxpayers’ annual contributions to the public employees’ retirement system by 60 percent. Currently, taxpayers contribute $1.36 billion each year; in FY 2023, after the increase is phased in, that annual contribution will swell by $826 million to a total of $2.18 billion.\r\n\r\nFor some perspective, consider this: In FY 2023, General Fund revenues are projected to be $9.6 billion; of that amount, if the increased taxpayer funding mandated by H. 3726 comes from the General Fund (as proposed in this year\'s budget), then $1.22 billion would be taken off the top to fund the pension. Put another way, 12.75 percent of every dollar paid by taxpayers into the General Fund would go toward the public employees’ retirement system.\r\n\r\nAnd to the extent this increased pension funding doesn\'t come from the General Fund, the cost is shifted to local governments and other public bodies; any way you cut it, taxpayers end up footing the bill.\r\n\r\nBy contrast, H. 3726 increases public employees’ annual contributions to their retirement system by only $40 million. Hiking taxpayers’ annual contributions by $826 million and public employees’ by only $40 million is a tough pill to swallow.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Heartland Institute recently reviewed the pension plans in the 50 states and in Washington D.C. and concluded that: “It seems that a fair rule of thumb would be that government workers should contribute at least as much toward their retirement as taxpayers. Roughly half of all pension plans require taxpayers to contribute more than employees. This is unfair and needs to be changed. Employees should pay, at minimum, half the cost of their own pensions.”&nbsp;\r\n\r\nH. 3726 has taxpayers paying more than double into the pension than public employees do; nevertheless, I would have swallowed this pill and supported the bill if the underlying cause of the current pension-funding shortfall had been addressed – that is, if H. 3726 had honestly taken on and tackled the thorny issue of defined-contribution vs. defined-benefit plans. Unfortunately for taxpayers, however, the General Assembly punted on this.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina’s public employees have the right to participate in a defined-benefit plan, which provides for an exact monthly payment for life in retirement based on the tenure of the employee and his or her salary; historically, this has been the norm with public-sector pensions. In recent years, however, 15 other states have shifted at least one of their pension systems to a defined-contribution plan, where a certain amount of money is set aside each year for each employee’s benefit; in other words, the contribution is defined, but the benefit is not.\r\n\r\nAs noted by the Reason Foundation, this trend tracks what has already happened in the private sector: “Over the past several decades, the private sector has rapidly shifted away from defined-benefit plans toward defined-contribution plan for good reason – traditional plans are expensive, unpredictable and unsustainable in the long run.&nbsp; Defined-benefit plans put virtually no risk on the workers or retirees, because taxpayers must make up any funding shortfalls.”\r\n\r\nI proposed and the Senate approved an amendment to H. 3726 to provide that, once the pension became solvent as a result of the increase in taxpayer funding, all newly hired public employees must be placed into a defined-contribution plan; those who were promised defined benefits would get them, but a sustainable defined-contribution plan would be phased in for new hires.\r\n\r\nThat amendment, however, was subsequently stripped from the bill, with legislative leaders promising that another bill at some other time would be filed to change the pension-plan structure for new hires, and insisting that, right now, the focus must only be on getting more of the taxpayers’ money into the public employees’ retirement system.\r\n\r\nI have heard this before. Almost always – whether it is in regard to roads, healthcare, K-12 education or whatever – the legislative response to a problem is “let’s spend more of the taxpayers’ money now and fix the system flaws later” … and then the reform never happens.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nLet’s not let this happen with the pension bill. McMaster should veto H. 3726 and insist on a bill that both ensures retirees and current public employees receive benefits they were promised and enacts the reforms needed to avoid taxpayer-funded bailouts in the future.\r\n\r\n<i>Tom Davis is an SC state senator representing portions of Beaufort and Jasper counties. &nbsp;</i>', 'Gov. McMaster should veto defective pension bill', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'gov-mcmaster-should-veto-defective-pension-bill', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:14:38', '2017-04-27 13:14:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32083', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32085, 4, '2017-04-27 09:15:36', '2017-04-27 13:15:36', 'The 14th Annual Soft Shell Crab Festival in Port Royal was held recently, and one of the highlights of the day was the Rotary Club of Beaufort’s annual charity crab race down Battery Creek. Here, Blake Althoff, son of Rotary Club of the Lowcountry Past President Jeff Althoff, helps scoop crabs from the boom that caught all 5,000 crabs dropped by Sea Eagle Market owner Craig Reeves\' boat Palmetto Pride. Photo provided.', 'Crab race...', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'crab-race', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:15:36', '2017-04-27 13:15:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32085', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32088, 4, '2017-04-27 09:16:23', '2017-04-27 13:16:23', '<b>McMaster signs order&nbsp;</b><b>reducing regulations</b>\r\n\r\nGov. Henry McMaster was joined by cabinet officials recently to announce that he has issued Executive Order 2017-09, which provides state agencies with guidance on reducing regulations.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe order is designed help maintain and expand the state’s competitive business climate, according to a press release.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Burdensome regulations must never hurt our main street businesses or weaken South Carolina’s competitive edge in economic recruitment,” said McMaster. “This Executive Order demonstrates my administration is committed to a transparent and business friendly regulatory environment that will foster growth and prosperity for all South Carolinians.”\r\n\r\nAccording to the press release, “Recognizing that businesses thrive when regulatory enforcement is transparent, consistent and independent from political influence, Gov. McMaster issued this order that establishes a framework to ensure responsible regulation by taking the following steps:\r\n\r\n• Utilizes a common sense Rotarian style four-part test before promulgating regulations;\r\n\r\n• Identifies current regulations that need elimination;\r\n\r\n• Promotes transparency by posting all information on regulation process online.”', 'Business brief for April 27th-May 3rd', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'business-brief-for-april-27th-may-3rd', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:16:23', '2017-04-27 13:16:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32088', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32090, 4, '2017-04-27 09:17:13', '2017-04-27 13:17:13', 'Hundreds of people took advantage of the perfect spring weather to listen to the Parris Island Marine Band’s free concert on April 23 at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. A video from the concert is available at www.facebook.com/theislandnews. Photo by Bob Sofaly.\r\n\r\nTo submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News. Please submit high resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.&nbsp;', 'Lowcountry Life', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lowcountry-life-34', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:27:11', '2018-07-12 15:27:11', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32090', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32093, 4, '2017-04-27 09:19:08', '2017-04-27 13:19:08', 'Civil Air Patrol cadets and senior members from the Low Country Composite Squadron recently joined professionals for Career Day at the Royal Live Oaks Academy in Hardeeville.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDuring the day, over 100 students visited the classroom where the cadets and senior members discussed the mission of Civil Air Patrol, the ways that cadets and senior members can grow in leadership capability, and how involvement in CAP can lead to a military career or ROTC in college.&nbsp;', 'Cadets talk about military careers', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'cadets-talk-about-military-careers', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:19:08', '2017-04-27 13:19:08', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32093', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32096, 4, '2017-04-27 09:20:50', '2017-04-27 13:20:50', '<em>Photo above:&nbsp;CAPA Presidential Service Award recipients are shown here. Photo by Charmian Hedrick.</em>\r\n\r\nThe Child Abuse Prevention Association held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Night on April 18 and honored 25 volunteers with a President’s Volunteer Service Award.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe award recognizes, celebrates and holds up as role models Americans who make a positive impact as engaged and deeply committed volunteers. Awards are issued for volunteer hours served within a 12-month time period or over the course of a lifetime.\r\n\r\nJessica Chapman, CAPA’s director of development, celebrated the volunteers’ dedicated service and achievements, presenting each with a pin, a letter from the president of the United States and a customized certificate.\r\n\r\nVolunteers gave more than 10,073 hours to CAPA in 2016. &nbsp;\r\n\r\nThey donated their time at the Open Arms Children’s Home, CAPA’s Closet and other CAPA projects.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nBarb Ettl received the gold award for contributing 570 hours. Silver award winners who contributed 250-499 hours each are Arlene Line, Barbara Mullen, Lora Lee Herron and Rosie Robson. Bronze award winners contributed 100-249 hours each. They are: Barbara Norris, Becky Baldwin, Cathy Gross, Cheri Simkins, Christina Oehring, Cynthia Zapatoczny, Dave Collins,&nbsp; Eleanor Bednarsh, Gary Bednarsh, Heather Marquardt, Jean March, Karen Ackerman, Kathy Ehmig, Linda Willingham-White, Mary Collins, Norma Duncan, Pat McKee, Shirley Templeton, VaLois DuBoise and Theo Woods.\r\n\r\nChapman believes volunteers are ordinary people with extraordinary hearts. “Their time and talents support CAPA’s mission of breaking the destructive cycle of child abuse and neglect.”', 'CAPA honors 25 volunteers with award', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'capa-honors-25-volunteers-with-award', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:20:50', '2017-04-27 13:20:50', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32096', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32099, 4, '2017-04-27 09:26:25', '2017-04-27 13:26:25', 'The Special Olympics partnered with the Beaufort County School District to hold a recent event. “Thanks to all of you for helping us make our inaugural event a great success,” said Linc Lyles, of Beaufort High School. “Watching our kids excitement and feeling the stadium energy was unbelievable. … There are too many people to thank personally but you know who you are and I will be calling on you again to help our team be the best in South Carolina!” Photos provided.<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4850.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32103\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32103\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4850.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_4850\" width=\"5183\" height=\"3455\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4839.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32102\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32102\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4839.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_4839\" width=\"3032\" height=\"2021\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4830.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32101\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32101\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4830.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_4830\" width=\"3664\" height=\"2442\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4853.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32106\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32106\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4853.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_4853\" width=\"2458\" height=\"1638\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4878.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32107\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32107\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4878.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_4878\" width=\"5184\" height=\"3456\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4888.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32116\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32116\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4888.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_4888\" width=\"5184\" height=\"3456\"></a>', 'Everyone is a winner!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'everyone-is-a-winner', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:26:25', '2017-04-27 13:26:25', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32099', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(32100, 4, '2017-04-27 09:22:58', '2017-04-27 13:22:58', '<b>City releases new&nbsp;</b><b>draft of codes</b>\r\n\r\nThe city of Beaufort’s Planning Department has been working on an update to its Unified Development Ordinance, which was adopted in 2003. Now, an updated draft is available for public review.\r\n\r\nFrom 2015 through 2017, the city hosted a number of public meetings to review drafts of the Beaufort Code. Comments heard during that time were incorporated into a draft that was released on Jan. 26.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDuring the months of March and April, the Metropolitan Planning Commission met eight times in two- to three-hour work sessions to review the outstanding public comments on the Jan. 26 draft of the code.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Metropolitan Planning Commission has reviewed and discussed the more than 250 comments and proposed a specific recommendation for each. Their recommended changes have been incorporated into an updated version of the Beaufort Code dated April 24.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAn updated Regulating Plan accompanies the draft, both of which can be found at www.cityofbeaufort.org.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort City Council began its review on April 25. It will meet in a special work session at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 2, to work on the proposal.\r\n\r\n<b>Report: Local military&nbsp;</b><b>impact reaches $2.2B</b>\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Military Base Task Force recently released an updated study, which reflects that the Beaufort region\'s military presence boasts an annual economic impact of approximately $2.2 billion that is supported by 19,240 jobs and $993.8 million in generated labor income.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe 2017 study was prepared by Dr. Joey Von Nessen of the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort accounts for $787 million in economic activity annually. The Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island accounts for $739.8 million in economic activity annually. The Naval Hospital Beaufort accounts for $217.4 million in economic activity annually.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina military community collectively creates an economic impact to the state of $24.1 billion.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Palmetto State is home to eight major military installations and numerous facilities, supporting 62,520 in Department of Defense (DoD) personnel with $2.6 billion in payroll. Additionally, $2.1 billion in DoD contracts are currently being executed among 752 firms within the state.\r\n\r\nThe 2017 study reports that the military community represents 8.4 percent of the South Carolina economy, composed of 181,847 jobs, or one of every 12 jobs in the state. The average compensation for jobs supported by the military community is $54,701 per year, 37 percent higher than the average job.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"The significance of the military in Beaufort and Port Royal cannot be overstated,\" said Blakely Williams, president &amp; CEO of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce. \"We are forever grateful for the service and economic engine of military men and women at our local bases and for both the Navy and Marine Corps\' continued engagement in our community.\"&nbsp;\r\n\r\n\"As the study indicates, our local installations are vital to not only our national defense but our state and local economies as well,\" said Jim Wegmann, Military Enhancement Committee chairman. \"The Military Enhancement Committee remains vigilant in their defense of our three military installations and dedicated to improving the quality and value of Beaufort\'s installations.\"\r\n\r\nThe full text of the 2017 report is available on the South Carolina Military Base Task Force website at www.scmilitarybases.com.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit www.beaufortchamber.org or call 843-525-8500.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Lady’s Island preservation&nbsp;</b><b>meeting set for May 1</b>\r\n\r\nThe Lady\'s Island Community Preservation Committee will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, May 1, at the Lady\'s Island Airport Conference Room, to review a proposed project which has been referred to it by the Beaufort County Planning Department.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe nature of the project is a request to build an assisted living facility on the 9.5 undeveloped acres (presently advertised as being for sale) located on the right side of Lady\'s Island Drive near the Meridian Road intersection. The meeting is open to the public.\r\n\r\n<b>In-person absentee&nbsp;</b><b>voting is underway</b>\r\n\r\nIn-person absentee voting for the town of Port Royal Special Election started April 24.\r\n\r\nAbsentee voting is taking place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Beaufort elections office at 15 John Galt Road in Beaufort.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe last day of in-person absentee voting for the special election will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, May 15.\r\n\r\nA sample ballot can be found at www.bcgov.net/vote.\r\n\r\nThe following precincts will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for voting on Tuesday, May 16: Burton 1A (part) at Burton Wells Recreation Center at 1 Middleton Recreation Drive; Burton 2A (part) at Community Bible Church at 638 Parris Island Gateway; Burton 2B (part) at Love House Ministries at 423 Parris Island Gateway; and Port Royal 1 and 1 at Port Royal Town Hall at 700 Paris Ave.\r\n\r\nOnly voters residing within the town of Port Royal town limits may vote in the special election.\r\n\r\nThe filing period closed on March 20 for the Tuesday, May 16, election to fill the seat left by the passing of Port Royal Town Councilman Vernon DeLoach, who died on Feb. 20.\r\n\r\nThe four citizens who filed to run in the election are Patty Crower, Bob Ellis, Marjorie Lamb and Darryl Owens.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce will host a Candidates Forum for the open Port Royal Town Council seat at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 2, at Port Royal Elementary School.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b>Free legal clinics&nbsp;</b><b>are being offered</b>\r\n\r\nThe SC Bar Pro Bono Program will sponsor three free legal clinics in Beaufort County in May.&nbsp;\r\n\r\n• Friday, May 5: Family law issues, including divorce, custody, visitation and support, presented by Eric J. 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(32105, 4, '2017-04-27 09:27:33', '2017-04-27 13:27:33', '<h3>By Lanier Laney</h3>\r\nHundreds of Beaufort\'s best-dressed danced, drank, and bid for charity during a garden-party-under-the-stars fundraiser at the Historic District waterside home of Nancy and Howell Beach recently to raise funds for the much needed repairs to Beaufort\'s historic Verdier House on Bay Street.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThis year\'s chairs were Donna Dehncke and Mary Savage, who coordinated a successful event that took a year in planning and involved dozens of hardworking volunteers. The headline sponsor was O\'Quinn Marine construction and the gold sponsors were J.H.Hiers Construction and CBC National Bank.\r\n\r\n<em>Photos by Jasmina Kimova Photography.</em>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7857.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32117\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32117\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7857.jpg\" alt=\"_JKP7857\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP8022.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32114\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32114\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP8022.jpg\" alt=\"_JKP8022\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1534\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7984.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32113\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32113\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7984.jpg\" alt=\"_JKP7984\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7916.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32112\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32112\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7916.jpg\" alt=\"_JKP7916\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1534\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7899.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32111\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32111\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7899.jpg\" alt=\"_JKP7899\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7884.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32110\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32110\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7884.jpg\" alt=\"_JKP7884\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1534\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7932.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32109\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32109\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7932.jpg\" alt=\"_JKP7932\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1534\"></a> <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7774.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-32108\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32108\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/JKP7774.jpg\" alt=\"_JKP7774\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"></a>', 'Beauty & the Feast', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beauty-the-feast', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:27:33', '2017-04-27 13:27:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32105', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32121, 4, '2017-04-27 09:28:49', '2017-04-27 13:28:49', 'Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade — the most complete picture of patient safety in the U.S. — has awarded Beaufort Memorial an “A” in its spring 2017 report card.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe nonprofit hospital was one of only six medical centers of the 20 in the region to earn the top grade.\r\n\r\n“To achieve an&nbsp; ‘A’ requires a hospital-wide commitment to safety, involving everyone from our housekeeping and food services staffs to the nurses, doctors and technicians on our medical team,” BMH President and CEO Russell Baxley said. “We continue to work hard every day to maintain our ’A’ grade and provide our patients with the highest standards of care.”\r\n\r\nDeveloped under the guidance of an expert panel, Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade uses 30 measures of hospital safety data to assign A, B, C, D and F grades to more than 2,600 hospitals twice a year.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHospitals are graded based on how they scored in five major categories: infections, problems with surgery, practices to prevent errors, safety problems, and doctors, nurses and hospital staff.\r\n\r\nIn the category of infections, BMH scored as well as the best hospitals in the country in four of the five areas surveyed, including MRSA infections, infections in the blood and urinary tract during an ICU stay and surgical-site infections after colon surgery. It also received the top rating in five of the seven categories involving problems with surgery.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina came in at No. 17 among the 50 states, a ranking based on the number of hospitals that earned an “A” compared with the total number of hospitals that operate in the state. Of the 46 hospitals in South Carolina participating in the survey, 18 received the top grade.\r\n\r\nMore than 1,000 people a day are estimated to die from preventable hospital errors. &nbsp;\r\n\r\n“When we launched Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade in 2012, our goal was to alert consumers to the hazards involved in a hospital stay and help them choose the safest option,” said Leapfrog President and CEO Leah Binder. “We also hoped to galvanize hospitals to make safety the first priority day in and day out.”\r\n\r\nTo view individual hospital grades and state rankings, go to www.hospitalsafetygrade.org.', 'Beaufort Memorial earns ‘A’ for patient safety', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-memorial-earns-a-for-patient-safety', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:28:49', '2017-04-27 13:28:49', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32121', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(32124, 4, '2017-04-27 09:29:26', '2017-04-27 13:29:26', '<h3>By State Farm</h3>\r\nMoving day has come and gone. Your furniture is in place, the utilities are hooked up, and your rental unit is starting to look like a home. Is renters insurance next on your to-do list?\r\n\r\nIf you answered no, you\'re not alone.&nbsp;\r\n\r\nAccording to the Independent Insurance Adjusters &amp; Brokers of America (IIABA), almost two-thirds of residential lessees in the United States don\'t carry renters insurance.\r\n\r\nYet a renters policy is more important, accessible and affordable than you might think. But renters are often unclear about what renters insurance is and what it covers.\r\n\r\nHere are the top myths — and the facts — about renters insurance:\r\n\r\n1. The landlord\'s insurance covers your possessions. Don\'t count on it. Most landlords\' insurance covers only the building and damages due to negligence. Coverage for some of the most common causes of property damage and loss, such as theft, vandalism and fire, is entirely up to you. Without renters insurance, you may have to bear the financial burden of a loss on your own.\r\n\r\n2. Renters insurance is expensive. In this case, the numbers speak for themselves. According to the IIABA, the average renters policy costs just $12 a month for up to $30,000 in personal property coverage. That\'s solid coverage for less than the cost of a couple of cups of coffee a week.\r\n\r\n3. Still concerned about price? Your insurer will work with you to find the combination of coverage and costs that suits your needs. You might even qualify for a discount by taking some simple home safety precautions or purchasing another policy, such as auto insurance, with the same insurer.\r\n\r\n4. You don\'t need insurance if your stuff isn\'t expensive. Most renters\' belongings cost more than they think. In fact, the average person has over $20,000 worth of belongings that are probably not covered by a landlord\'s policy.\r\n\r\n5. Think that number is too high? Take a moment to add up the approximate cost of your computer, television, stereo, furniture, jewelry and clothing. If a fire gutted your apartment tomorrow, would you have the cash to replace it all?\r\n\r\n6. Renters insurance covers only your possessions. In fact, renters insurance covers much more than just your personal property: The average policy also includes up to $100,000 in liability coverage. That means in the event of a covered loss your insurer will help cover the costs if you\'re held responsible for injuring another person or damaging another person\'s property, including your landlord\'s. Moreover, this coverage applies whether the incident occurred within your residence or elsewhere.\r\n\r\n7. Renters insurance is hard to get. The Internet makes getting renters insurance easier than ever. You can research providers, compare quotes and even find an agent online. Or, just as easily, you can place a quick call to an insurance representative. Answer a few questions and you\'re likely to get a rate quote almost immediately.', 'Do you need renters insurance?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'do-you-need-renters-insurance', '', '', '2017-04-27 09:29:26', '2017-04-27 13:29:26', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=32124', 0, 'post', '', 0);
